Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) last night received correspondence from the Hon Melissa Horne MP, the Victorian Minister for Ports and Freight, seeking comment on a Discussion Paper for the Independent Review of the Victorian Ports System.
"The Discussion Paper examines the current legislative framework and relevant instruments and the ports operating environment in other jurisdictions to set out a range of themes, issues and options for consideration and comment by interested parties. In doing so, it incorporates information, ideas and views generated by a significant program of direct stakeholder engagement already undertaken during the review process to date.
The Discussion Paper does not arrive at any final positions or conclusions. Rather, it is intended to stimulate further thought and commentary to assist in the development of useful findings and recommendations for the Government's consideration."
We encourage all members to contribute feedback on part or all elements of the Discussion Paper by via:
Paul Zalai - Director and Co-Founder, FTA / Secretariat, APSA