Thursday, 28 August 2025

Motions

Motions by leave

David SOUTHWICK (Caulfield) (09:36): I move, by leave:

That this house notes that IGA stores across the south-east of Melbourne have been forced to lock their doors against swarming gangs and machete-armed youth, leaving staff traumatised, reflecting the urgent need of the government to deliver stronger protections and tougher penalties without further delay.

Leave refused.

David SOUTHWICK: I move, by leave:

That this house calls on the Minister for Police to urgently meet with retailers targeting the recent crime wave to discuss how the government and Victoria Police can better support them to keep their customers safe.

Leave refused.

Gabrielle DE VIETRI (Richmond) (09:36): I move, by leave:

That this house notes that this Monday 25 August Israeli forces attacked Nasser Hospital, killing at least 21 people, including five journalists, as well as medics and rescue workers, drawing widespread global condemnation, and urges the Victorian Labor government to immediately cut diplomatic, commercial and military ties with Israel.

Leave refused.