Tobacco Amendment Bill 2024
Rachel Payne MP made a contribution to the Tobacco Amendment (Tobacco Retailer and Wholesaler Licensing Scheme) Bill 2024.
Justice access for child sexual abuse victim-survivors
The recent High Court decision of Bird v. DP held that the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ballarat could not be held vicariously liable for known historical child sexual abuse because Father Coffey was not an employee.
For many survivors of historical child sexual abuse committed in the church or other non-employment settings like foster care and Scouts, this decision limits their ability to access justice.
Fair, frequent and free bus services
Rachel Payne MP in parliament, proposing improvements to bus services, and free bus travel for Victorians to promote better access.
Hampton Park waste transfer station proposal
Rachel Payne MP asked a constituency question on behalf of residents of Hampton Park, who will be affected by the development of a new waste transfer station.
Leave lawfare out of the hemp industry
Rachel Payne MP spoke in parliament on the use of lawfare as a tool to stigmatise and delay progress in Victoria’s hemp industry.
Inquiry into the State Education System in Victoria
Rachel Payne MP presented a contribution on the Inquiry into the State Education System in Victoria. Rachel is a member of the Legal and Social Issues Committee. Wednesday the 13th of November, 2024Victorian Legislative Council RACHEL PAYNE (South-Eastern Metropolitan): I rise to speak on the…
Government pledge of 800 new mental health staff goes unfulfilled
Rachel presented a question without notice to the Minister for Mental Health. Rachel referred to a memorandum that was agreed upon as part of the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020–2024. The memorandum provided for the delivery of a further 800 new staff…
Motion to refer inquiry – Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health
I rise to speak on this motion to require the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission (MHWC) to inquire into, consider and report on the status and outcomes of the implementation of the Royal Commission into the Victorian Mental Health System recommendations.
LGBTIQA+ legal service launched in the south-east
Rachel Payne MP presented a member’s statement on the launch of Justice Q, a free specialist legal service operated by and for LGBTIQA+ people. Launched in October of this year, Justice Q is an initiative of South-East Monash Legal Service (SMLS), with Rachel having served as a proud member of their steering committee.
Clean up Frankston freeway
Rachel asked for a government commitment to maintaining the cleanliness of Frankston freeway.