The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP
Latest Media Releases
16 Days of Activism: Uniting for a future free from violence
The Albanese Labor Government is reaffirming its ongoing commitment to a safer, violence-free Australia for all women and children today in recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the launch of the United Nations’ global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
Women and Women’s Ministerial Council
The Women and Women’s Safety Ministerial Council (the Council) was convened virtually today to bring together Commonwealth and state and territory governments to drive national progress on gender equality and gender-based violence.
Negotiations commence for an Australia-Brazil social security agreement
The Albanese Labor Government is entering negotiations with the Brazilian Government on a bilateral social security agreement.
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
Stop Domestic Violence Conference
Minister Rishworth discusses ending gender-based violence
Statement on a Significant Matter: 15th Anniversary of the National Apology to Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants
Minister Rishworth delivered a speech for 15th Anniversary of the National Apology to Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants
Minister Rishworth speech for Bus Stop Films Driving Change Summit
Minister Rishworth delivered a speech for Bus Stop Films Driving Change Summit at Bondi Pavilion.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Rishworth interview on the Guardian podcast with Karen Middleton
Minister Rishworth discusses violence against women in Australia, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the 2025 Election and Senate Abortion Bill on the Guardian podcast.
Minister Rishworth interviewed on Newschat on the Today Show with Sarah Abo
Minister Rishworth discusses Australians hospitalised in Thailand; ACCC supermarket hearings; Cost of living; Shrinkflation; Competition.
Minister Rishworth interviewed on ABC News Breakfast with Catherine Murphy
Minister Rishworth discusses National Redress Scheme; Redress payments; 2025 election; US election; Cost of living; Housing; Home Equity Scheme.