David Southwick | Politician
David Southwick
Phone: +61 3 9527 3866
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24.01.2022 This #WhiteRibbonDay, I encourage all Victorians to continue to stand up, speak out and act to prevent men’s violence against women. Particularly in light of the added hardship many women are facing due to the pandemic, this vital mission of ours cannot be understated. In Parliament last week I was honoured to stand up for victims of sexual assault and their families as our amendments passed to protect these families and allow them to speak openly about their loved ones. Yet... our efforts should extend to the underlying root cause as we aim to stamp out such violence for good. In the lead up to International Day for the Elimination of Violence against women, we need to stand together and make violence against women and children a man’s issue too. #StandUp #SpeakOut #WhiteRibbonAus
24.01.2022 #WATCH: Today’s business shoutout is Reb Legend by Zalman Feiglin. Zalman is an artist and the creator of gift cards that suit all occasions. A Massive Shoutout to Lauren and Rachel from The LMC Group that have mentored Zalman and helped him get his business off the ground. If you want to support a great local talent visit reblegend.com and purchase some great cards! Cards available at - Kosher Kingdom Food Market Golds World of Judaica Chocolatine Boutique Patisserie Lenny's Deli
24.01.2022 Last night, the Victorian Labor Party voted down a motion of no confidence in the Andrews Government following the worst public policy failure in Victorian history. This vote is an endorsement by the Labor party of the failings of Daniel Andrews and his government that have directly resulted in the tragic deaths of 791 Victorians and the destruction of countless livelihoods. Every Victorian is paying the price for the catastrophic decisions of this government in response to... COVID-19. Whether it be the decision to hire private security to manage hotel quarantine, the decision to reject ADF support, the decision to run a contact tracing system using pen, paper and fax machines or the decision to impose the harshest and longest lockdown in the nation. Victoria is not in this situation because of bad luck but because we have a Premier that thinks he knows better, is too arrogant to ask for help and too stubborn to accept it when it is offered. Every Labor MP that voted against this motion has put their own job and that of the Premiers above the interests of their communities, despite a complete failure to take responsibility for the catastrophic decisions that have got us where we are. How can any Victorian have faith in a government that hides from its mistakes, blames others for its failings and forces ordinary Victorians to pay the price for its errors whilst patting itself on the back for a job well done? I and so many in our community have no confidence in this government and will remind all Victorians every day up to the ballot box.
21.01.2022 Join us on as we have a one-on-one chat and Q&A Forum with Simon McKeon AO, featuring insights from Morris Miselowski (The Business Futurist). We will discuss the significant impact of COVID-19 on the Higher Education Sector and the Future of the Jobs Market. Simon will draw on his immense experience as Chancellor of Monash University and as a current Non-Executive Director of the National Australia Bank and Rio Tinto (as well as being the former... Executive Director of the Macquarie Group) to outline what can be done better and what to be wary of as we recover from the pitfalls of this pandemic. With the drastic effect of COVID-19 on university funding & staffing, international student enrolments, dissolution of university courses and many other significant changes to higher education and the future of the job market; we need clarity, we need hope and we need answers. In this panel, hear and ask questions from one of Australia’s most prominent industry and educational leaders as we detail an alternative roadmap to recovery. ? Simon McKeon AO is the Chancellor of Monash University and was also the 2011 Australian of the Year. He has been with the Macquarie Group in a variety of senior roles for more than 35 years, including as Executive Chairman (Melbourne office). He is presently retained as a consultant. He is a Non Executive Director of National Australia Bank and Rio Tinto Group in relation to which he also serves as Senior Independent Director of Rio Tinto Limited. He also previously served as Chairman of AMP, CSIRO and MYOB and was Founding President of the Federal Government’s Australian Takeovers Panel. Simon is Chairman of South East Melbourne, an alliance of eight Councils and Shires representing more than 1 million residents and 25% of Victoria’s GDP. He is also an Australia Day Ambassador for the Victorian Government. He is a member of the Advisory Panel to the Australian Republic Movement and was also Chairman of the Federal Government’s Panel which in 2013 completed a Strategic Review of Health and Medical Research. Simon has had a long involvement in the not for profit sector having chaired a range of organisations including MS Research Australia, Independent Schools Victoria, In2Science, Business for Development and the Australian Industry Energy Transitions Initiative. REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/2SQjHvU
21.01.2022 A new Holocaust centre to remember the past and educate today to combat racism and Anti semitism in the future. Pleasure to join Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and Senator James Paterson with Holocaust survivor Abe Goldberg for the sod turning. Jewish Holocaust Centre
20.01.2022 It’s time to move to a common sense position on masks in Victoria, and common sense dictates when you can’t socially distance - you wear a mask. If people are outside and if they're socially distanced, it doesn't make a lot of sense to have to force people to wear masks. We’re calling on the government to listen to the public health experts and ease some of the restrictions around masks.
19.01.2022 Join me tonight to hear from prominent leaders in the health and wellbeing industry as we discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and alternative ways forward for this vital sector. This event is the fourth in a series of conversations which will explore a road to recovery and opportunities for the future. THE PANEL Paul J Zaidman: Dance House International Owner... Kirsty Robbie: Managing Director, StudioForty6 Personal Training Sharon Tal: The Soul Alchemist To participate in future events, please visit: https://fb.me/e/1ghsrF0fV For full version of tonight’s discussion, please see: https://youtu.be/1j2w2BfGpmI
19.01.2022 Do you know someone that is in need of some Christmas cheer? A pleasure to join today with Compass Community Care CEO Kym Anderson in support of their holiday hamper initiative. After such difficult year, it is great to see an outstanding local charity working hard to bring joy to families and residents. These hampers will make a real difference to thousands across our local area and help bring friends, family and community together at this important time of year. ... If you need or know someone who could use a support hamper this holiday season, please be in contact at [email protected] or at 9527 3866.
17.01.2022 What do you think? Feel free to share. Year 12 exams are arguably the most stressful period in a young persons life leaving aside the additional challenges of 2020. Shouldn't we be trying to find ways to make it easier for them to sit exams not harder?
17.01.2022 Today’s announcement that the Glen Huntly & Neerim Rd level crossing removals will be finished in 2024 - two years after the next state election - is simply not good enough. These level crossings have been identified as some of the Melbourne’s most dangerous and congested, with the boom gates to be down for 82 percent of the time by 2022. Local residents and I have been calling for these crossings to go for years and Daniel Andrews must stop wasting time and get on with remo...ving these crossings now. https://www.facebook.com/southwickmp/videos/537120607076362/?vh=e&extid=0
16.01.2022 What do you think we need funded for Caulfield and Surrounds? #BUDGETREPLY This week, Victorians needed a budget that delivered jobs, hope and a clear path to recovery. For residents of Caulfield and surrounds, this budget is a missed opportunity to jump-start our local community through great projects like more funding for parks, sports facilities and open space, level crossing removals, a hospital redevelopment and upgrades for our local schools. ... Local residents, families and businesses need a real plan to get back on track. Today I outlined a positive Liberal alternative that would deliver the support and opportunity our community needs to be its best. Have your say below on what measures you would like to see from future budgets. #fightingforcaulfield #Budget2020
15.01.2022 Caulfield & Surrounds #BudgetUpdate $155 Billion on the taxpayer credit card and Nothing for our area. Nothing new for local schools other than already committed funding. ... Nothing for parks and open space including no funds to invest in caulfield racecourse reserve Thanks to the calls of local residents, some funding for a land management plan for Alfred Hospital but no real $$$ to deliver a real health and community response. instead of encouraging more electric vehicles to help the environment Labor are taxing them A new tax on casual employees and jobs This Budget spends big but delivers little locally. Our alternative plan is to build infrastructure, support jobs and get Victoria back to work. https://www.michaelobrien.com.au//2020/10/back-to-work-pla
12.01.2022 ’ : Plans to Reopen or Rebuild Key Police Stations : Plan to return PSOs to platforms : Funding for a Comprehensive Police in Schools Program... : Funding for Tasers despite repeated calls from The Police Association of Victoria : Plans to Fix the most expensive and worst performing prisons in any state : 32/33 Young Offenders Not Getting the Help They Need : Community Confidence in Victoria Police at Decade Lows : Violent crimes against the person, property crimes and contravention of family violence orders above benchmark levels Meanwhile, the Liberal National Plan To Get Victoria Back to Work and Back to Business recognises the importance of getting police back into our communities, keeping justice moving and ensuring a safer community for all Victorians. Details can be found here: https://www.michaelobrien.com.au//10/back-to-work-plan.pdf
12.01.2022 #WATCH As the Victorian Budget Looms, it is clear that we require much needed funding for our local primary schools. Caulfield Primary School, Caulfield Junior College, Caulfield South Primary School and Ripponlea Primary School are just some schools that are in desperate need of funding. Enrolments in these schools are growing, the buildings are old and portable classrooms are not the answer. As the budget approaches, I am calling for more comprehensive funding for our local schools. Given the difficult situations our schools have experienced during COVID, parents and kids are desperate for adequate facilities and a plan going forward. #Budget2020 #VictorianBudget #FundOurSchools
11.01.2022 #WATCH Proud to stand up for victims of sexual assault and their families and see Liberal Victoria amendments passed. Victims cannot and must not be silenced and now their voice has been protected. #LetUsSpeak #letusspeakvictoria
10.01.2022 The no confidence vote and debate will take place in parliament tomorrow. Reports today say Victorian Labor MPs are now calling on Daniel Andrews to go. Watch the vote here: https://parliament.vic.gov.au/... #NoConfidenceLabor www.noconfidence.com.au
10.01.2022 The Bourke St Tragedy should never have happened. Today’s coroners report into the 2017 Bourke Street massacre shows a clear failure of leadership across police, courts and corrections enabled this horrendous crime to occur. Victoria has a legal system, not a justice system and the Premier must urgently address these failures and put community safety first.... Frontline police should not be left second guessing themselves and the Andrews Government must provide them the powers, resources and support they need to keep the community safe. Again, I pay my respects to the victims’ families and those affected by this tragedy.
10.01.2022 As we welcome many students and teachers back to the classroom today spare a thought for many still at home including Uni students that haven’t seen their campus all year. JJ is a local resident and a student at RMIT that has lost confidence in Daniel Andrews and shares his story with us today. Tell us what you think and Share your story. ... www.noconfidence.con.au #NoConfidenceLabor
08.01.2022 Let me know your thoughts? Many kids have missed 6 months of school and been locked up at home. Now that they are back at school it’s time to get them out playing sport again and back to some type of normality.
07.01.2022 #BREAKING: Foreign Minister Marise Payne confirms the release of Kylie Moore-Gilbert. I am extremely pleased and relieved to advise that Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert has been released from detention in Iran and will soon be reunited with her family Great diplomacy work Marise Payne and Scott Morrison (ScoMo) and all involved.
07.01.2022 FREE Access to Ripponlea Gardens for Glen Eira residents! The stunning Ripponlea Estate Mansion and Garden is an iconic landmark in our local community and we have some exciting news. Access to the Ripponlea Estate’s Garden is available to all Glen Eira residents for FREE! Whether it be for a small picnic or just a stroll, the choice is up to you. This weekend, I encourage everyone to enjoy a relaxing afternoon at this beautiful property. For some fresh air, serenity, gorgeo...us gardens and a hallowed history, the Ripponlea Estate is not to be missed. #Ripponlea #Gardens #Picnic #Weekend
06.01.2022 Local Small Business owner Susie from Myfitbody has lost confidence in Daniel Andrews. Next week we will be voting on a No confidence motion to have Daniel Andrews removed from office. Share your story. Tell me what you think? ... Www.noconfidence.com.au #NoConfidenceLabor
06.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY Victoria has had 14 consecutive days of zero cases. Under the Roadmap, this was the trigger to go to the Final Step and ease restrictions.... But Daniel Andrews has changed his mind and said no. Do you think restrictions should be eased similar to the other states?
06.01.2022 #WATCH Now The No Confidence debate on Daniel Andrews is on now. https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/video-a/live-broadcasting... noconfidence.com.au #NoConfidenceLabor
06.01.2022 Local Small Business owner Jon from Automotive Integration has lost confidence in Daniel Andrews. Jon’s customers come from all around Victoria and the 5km lockdown is killing his business. Today we will be voting on a No confidence motion to have Daniel Andrews removed from office. Share your story. Tell me what you think? ... Www.noconfidence.com.au #NoConfidenceLabor
04.01.2022 ! Now more than ever, it’s time that Victoria had a scheme. We’re the in Australia without one. The Liberal Nationals want to get this done to clean up our environment, boost recycling and boost jobs.... But, the Andrews Labor Government wants to wait 3 more years to 2023, letting more plastic waste damage our environment. We say: ? To read more and support this campaign, click here: https://www.davidsouthwick.com.au/caul/cash-for-containers/
04.01.2022 Amazing how Labor can recall how many press conferences they’ve held but can’t recall who made important decisions that caused the 2nd wave and killed 800 people - Shame on you Daniel Andrews.
03.01.2022 Planet Ark's is as a part of National Recycling Week! It is a day for the community to celebrate National Recycling Week with mindful purchasing by: Buying something secondhand... Buying a product made from recycled materials Celebrating second-hand purchases. I visited Posh Opp Shoppe earlier this year to see the tremendous work that they were doing in this space. This weekend, visit places like the Posh Opp Shoppe and buy both locally and second-hand! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=885771675254393
03.01.2022 #UPDATE Face masks will no longer be required outside in Victoria from midnight tonight, as long as physical distancing can be maintained. The requirement to wear masks inside and on public transport remains. #RestrictionsChanges ... As of midnight tonight the following changes have been announced. 15 visitors allowed in the home per day Outdoor gatherings in public places up to 50 Masks now only required inside - no longer required outside (you will need to carry it with you and wear it if you can’t socially distance) Hospitality can have 100 people inside and total density of 300 (for smaller venues one per two square metre to maximum of 50 - more to come on this point) Gyms to open up for 150 people, groups of 20 Outdoor sport 500 people, groups of 20 Religious ceremonies up to 150 indoors, 300 outside (subject to density) Funerals and weddings up to 150 Cinemas and galleries up to 150 (25% for some specific galleries) Up to 30 people can gather in homes from mid-December, in time for Christmas and Hanukkah. As always if there is anything that I can do please contact me at: [email protected]
02.01.2022 The Bourke St Tragedy should never have happened. We have a broken justice system in Victoria which was highlighted today in the coroner’s report. The 9 recommendations must be implemented by Victoria Police and Daniel Andrews immediately. ... We must put community safety first and I again pay my respects to victims and their families.
01.01.2022 #Watch as Susie, Sam, Spencer, Scott, Tom, Dominic and Angie join the tens of thousands of Victorians who have No Confidence in Daniel Andrews and this shambolic Labor Government. Victorians have been lied to, let down and locked up for too long. There are too many people suffering because Labor has let us down.... Enough is enough. It’s time to take a stand. That’s why when State Parliament returns the Liberal Nationals will be voting No Confidence in Daniel Andrews and Labor. Join us and pledge No Confidence in Andrews and Labor here: www.noconfidence.com.au #NoConfidenceLabor
