Tuesday, 7 March 2023

 Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (14:40): (56) I ask the Minister for Roads and Road Safety: when will increased funding be provided for adequate repairs and maintenance to our roads before more lives are lost? Adrian Leocata from Leocata’s Transport has grave concerns for the safety of his workers and the broader community. The impact from the appalling condition of our roads is also costing his trucking company $10,000 a month in repairs. The Murchison-Tatura Road, which is a major truck route, is dangerously narrow, causing trucks to try and navigate passing each other whilst avoiding potholes. This is one of many unsafe roads in our region. The current works being done are appalling and still leaving roads unsafe. I find it astounding that the minister boasted today about the great works being done – not in my electorate.