The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP
Latest Media Releases
$89 million renewed commitment to ending gender-based violence in Victoria
The Albanese Labor Government and Allen Labor Government are working together to deliver more frontline critical family, domestic and sexual violence services in Victoria.
Strengthening safety and quality in early childhood education and care
As we work to build the universal early childhood education and care system that works for families and gives children the best start in life, children’s wellbeing and quality early education and care is the top priority.
Expanding early interventions for young men and boys to end gender-based violence
The Albanese Labor Government is strengthening its commitment to ending gender-based violence by providing further support for young men and boys at risk of using violence.
Latest Editorials
Too much at stake to falter over next step for change
We became a step closer to a referendum on a Voice to Parliament last Wednesday with the passing of the Bill through the Lower House.
Labor Delivers Family and Domestic Violence Leave as one way to save lives
More than 11 million employees are now eligible for ten days leave to deal with the impacts of family and domestic violence and whether they ever need it or not, the protection is there.
Minister Rishworth – Opinion piece – Herald Sun
There is a moment I recall with my eldest son Percy whenever I think about gender-norms, family dynamics and respectful relationships.
Latest Speeches
Boosting job opportunities for people with disability - New grants under the Structural Adjustment Fund
Minister Rishworth address at Backed by Bedford, Brooklyn Park, Adelaide
Launch of the What’s My Future national disability support worker recruitment campaign
Minister Rishworth delivered an address at United Workers Union in Adelaide, South Australia, on the launch of the What’s My Future national disability support worker recruitment campaign.
Updated Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031, building a more inclusive Australia
Minister Rishworth gave an address at Deakin University, discussing the release of the updated Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Rishworth Newschat on the Today Show with James Bracey
Minister Rishworth discusses the budget; Teal MP Monique Ryan’s husband removing political signage; Brisbane Olympics.
Minister Rishworth interview on ABC Afternoon Briefing
Minister Rishworth discusses Coalition’s NDIS cuts; Impact of withdrawing super for housing on Age Pension on Afternoon Briefing with Tom Lowrey.
Minister Rishworth interview on ABC Adelaide
Minister Rishworth discusses investing in No Interest Loans to help with cost of living, the NDIS, Foundational Supports, pensions and indexation on ABC Adelaide with Nikolai Beilharz.