Tuesday, 5 May 2026

 Nina TAYLOR (Albert Park) (19:09): (1642) My adjournment matter this evening is for the Minister for Emergency Services. The action I seek is for the minister to visit the Port Phillip SES unit to meet with local volunteers and hear directly from them regarding the recent Victorian budget announcement to relocate and deliver a new VICSES facility for the Port Phillip unit.

The Port Phillip SES unit plays a critical role in supporting our community – responding to storms, floods, rescues and a wide range of emergencies. Like many SES units across the state, they are powered by highly trained volunteers who give their time to protect others. The relocation recognises both the growing demand on the unit and the need to ensure volunteers have access to modern, fit-for-purpose infrastructure to safely and effectively carry out their work. Hearing firsthand from the Port Phillip SES members will ensure that this project delivers not just a new building, but the right facility in the right location designed to meet the real demands faced by the unit. I look forward to the minister taking up this invitation and continuing to support the incredible work of our SES volunteers.