Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — I seek action from the Minister for Public Transport. The action I seek is for the minister to meet with representatives of the Traralgon CBD Safety Committee and outline the specifics of the government’s Homesafe initiative with respect to the Traralgon service. The government had made an election commitment and indeed a commitment…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — On 13 June I had the pleasure of attending the Morwell fire brigade’s centenary dinner. Congratulations to all career and volunteer firefighters who have represented the Morwell fire brigade and have selflessly dedicated their time to protect our community. These men and women cannot do their job without the support of…
Mr NORTHE — I also wish to raise a concern with respect to local mental health advocacy group Barrier Breakers. The coalition previously provided $100 000 in funding to support Barrier Breakers and pledged a further $120 000 if re-elected in November 2014. With current funding due to cease from 1 July 2015, I call upon the Labor government to urgently provide…
MR NORTHE — I would also like to acknowledge the outgoing president of the Morwell Rotary club, Tom Shanahan, for his sterling service over the past 12 months. Tom has provided wonderful leadership whilst in this role, and I am sure his successor, Jen Rowley, will likewise do an amazing job. Congratulations to both, and…
Mr NORTHE — On a more sombre note, I wish to pass on my condolences to the Godden family on the passing of their loving daughter and sister, Cassie. Sadly, 18-year-old Cassie lost her life recently to melanoma. Our condolences go to her loving parents, Brett and Dianne, and to Cassie’s family and friends at this very…
Debate resumed from 10 June; motion of Ms GARRETT (Minister for Consumer Affairs, Gaming and Liquor Regulation). Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — I am pleased to rise this afternoon to speak on the Road Safety Amendment (Private Car Parks) Bill 2015. From the outset, I indicate that whilst the coalition understands the intent of the bill,…
Mr NORTHE — On behalf of my local community, I wish to congratulate a number of local Country Fire Authority (CFA) brigade members on being awarded a National Emergency Medal for outstanding service and sacrifice during the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires. The Black Saturday bushfires were simply devastating across Gippsland and indeed Victoria, and the contribution of…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — (Question 312) My constituency question is to the Minister for Housing, Disability and Ageing. Many constituents in my electorate are extremely concerned with constant and ongoing antisocial activities occurring at 8 to 14 Gwalia Street, Traralgon. This address is home to 40 social housing units that were constructed under the former federal Labor government’s Nation Building…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — I ask the minister to give a brief explanation of the bill.