As he enters his second decade as Caulfield's Liberal member in the Victorian Parliament, David Southwick understands and values the importance of hard work and appreciating the little wins. Having worn many different hats in his political career so far, David is currently the Shadow Minister for Police, for Community Safety and for Corrections. An active member of the Jewish community, David's focus remains local to his hometown of Caulfield, where he is now raising his own family. With a background in small business, David is passionate about the community sector, housing, employment, education and young people.

February saw Pfizer faux pas, Facebook fights and fiscal stimulus debates amidst a string of allegations of sexual assault in Parliament House. We unpack Victoria's snap lockdown and management of its hotel quarantine system, the toxic treatment of women in politics and the culture that underpins it, Victoria's planned royal commission into Crown Casino and where to bag the best bagels in David's electorate.