The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP
Latest Media Releases
Autistic teens to learn about the power of artificial intelligence
The Albanese Labor Government is empowering young Autistic people in Western Australia to improve their education, employment and social engagement through the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Release of the first National Autism Strategy
Today the Albanese Labor Government has launched Australia’s first National Autism Strategy and an associated Action Plan dedicated to improving inclusion, support and life outcomes for all Autistic Australians.
Social enterprises to grow their impact with federal funding injection
The Albanese Labor Government is taking action to tackle entrenched disadvantage by supporting social enterprises working with communities in need, through its Social Enterprise Development Initiative (SEDI) Capability Building Grants.
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
Launch of National Autism Strategy
Minister Rishworth gave an address to launch Australia’s National Autism Strategy at Trinity on Hampton Perth.
Launch of the National Carer Strategy
Minister Rishworth spoke at the launch of the National Carers Strategy.
National Disability Services Executive Leaders Conference
Minister Rishworth gave a Ministerial Address at the National Disability Services Executive Leaders Conference in Adelaide, outlining the Government’s work to reform the disability employment sector.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Rishworth interview on Sunrise with Edwina Bartholomew
Minister Rishworth discusses overseas political interference; cost of living/schooling; citizenship testing.
Minister Rishworth Perth doorstop
Minister Rishworth discusses the National Autism Strategy.
Minister Rishworth interview on ABC Adelaide Mornings with Rory McClaren
Minister Rishworth discusses the National Autism Strategy.