Zoning loophole raises alarm on environmental safeguards
Rachel asked a question on behalf of a constituent, pertaining to a landfill that was approved for placement adjacent to Churchill National Park in Lysterfield South.
Mental health service gaps in Casey and Cardinia
Rachel asked a question to the minister for mental health. With Narre Warren’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub closing in 2024, residents have been transitioned to a Dandenong service. Many suburbs in the Casey and Cardinia catchment area continue to lack easily accessible wraparound public mental health services.
Justice of the Peace shortage in South-Eastern suburbs
Rachel asked a question in parliament on behalf of a constituent, around a shortage of Justices of the Peace in areas of her electorate.
Truck traffic from proposed Hampton Park waste transfer station
Rachel asked a question on behalf of a constituent, regarding the likely increase of trucks travelling through suburban areas as a result of the proposed waste transfer station.
Government action needed on housing crisis
With housing affordability at a record low, Rachel noted a swell of Victorians calling for the declaration of a state of emergency. She asked if the Victorian government will commit to lowering house prices.
No public trust without police accountability
Rachel asked if this government would ensure sufficient resourcing to stamp out abusive and criminal behaviours within Victoria Police.
Road safety in Rowville
Rachel asked the Minister for Roads and Road Safety if this government will commit to implementing safety measures at a dangerous Rowville intersection.
Cannabis regulation for economic growth
Rachel addressed the Treasurer in parliament, asking if this government will consider the economic benefits of the regulation and legalisation of cannabis.
Restore pedestrian access to Rowville trail
On behalf of a Rowville constituent, Rachel Payne MP called on the Minister for Water to restore a walking trail near a Melbourne Water owned detention basin. This trail provided pedestrian access to amenities that are otherwise inaccessible on foot, due to a lack of footpaths on the surrounding arterial roads.
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.