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Media Release- CPVV partners with Uber
January 19, 2021
CPVV Partners With Uber to Deliver the MPTP… Have They Learned Nothing? Rod Barton MP condemns the Commercial Passenger Vehicles Victoria (CPVV) for partnering with Uber to deliver the Multi-Purpose Taxi Program (MPTP). ...
Read More 1 Reaction ShareState Taxation Acts Amendment Bill 2020
December 09, 2020
This week, Rod highlighted that a tax on electric vehicles is simply illogical. A tax will undoubtedly inhibit the uptake of sustainable and environmentally-friendly vehicles; a set back for Victoria. While the budget is...
Read More Add your reaction ShareRod wins important vote for taxi and hire car industry.
December 09, 2020
Today in Parliament Rod delivered his rebuttal stating that the pain and financial devastation that Taxi and Car Hire licence holders have endured deserves proper recognition. Hansard Speech 9th December 2020 Mr BARTON (Eastern...
Read More 1 Reaction ShareCameras in Rideshare vehicles
December 09, 2020
Tuesday 8th December 2020 This week, Rod asked if it was now time to have cameras in Rideshare vehicles for the safety of drivers and their passengers. Mr BARTON (Eastern Metropolitan) (11:26): My question...
Read More 1 Reaction ShareMedia Release - Transport Matters will continue to be heard
December 04, 2020
Transport Matters will Continue to be Heard! The Transport Matters Party is officially reregistered with the Victorian Electoral Commission. Thanks to your support, Transport Matters will continue to fight for fairness for those in...
Read More 1 Reaction ShareNew Tax on Electric Vehicles Will Stall Emission Reductions in Transport Sector
December 04, 2020
Member for Eastern Metropolitan region, Rod Barton believes that the introduction of a tax on electric vehicles will discourage sales. This financial disincentive will stall efforts to reduce emissions from the transport sector. This...
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