The Hon Bill Shorten MP
Latest Media Releases
Extension of the Robodebt Royal Commission
The Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), has amended the Letters Patent to extend the Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme.
Strengthening myGov and emergency response capability
The Albanese Government’s second Budget delivers significant investments in myGov and provides greater support to Australians during natural disasters.
Getting the NDIS back on track
The Albanese Labor Government is getting the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) back on track by improving outcomes for participants and ensuring the sustainability of the Scheme for future generations.
Latest Editorials
Vale to three of the greats
It is sometimes argued that Australia's greatest generation were those born in the two decades before World War II. Three of that “greatest generation” passed away this week.
Statement on the passing of Father Bob Maguire
The passing of Father Bob Maguire is incredibly sad news. I first met Father Bob way back in 1983 when I was 15 and at school doing a social work program. I spent a week with him seeing how he helped kids on the street.
It’s time we became better at employing people with disability
Employment of people with a Disability
Latest Speeches
Address to the National Press Club
Minister Shorten gave an address at the National Press Club in Canberra outlining the Government’s vision for the future of the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Address on 2023 International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Para Asian Football Cup in Melbourne
Minister Shorten gave an address on the 2023 International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Para Asian Football Cup in Melbourne.
Address to Meet the Chiefs lunch in Canberra
Digital technology reform
Latest Transcripts
Minister Shorten Doorstop interview to discuss NDIS funding
Minister Shorten discusses NDIS funding with Graham Perrett MP at the BestLife House in Eight Mile Plains, Brisbane
Minister Shorten Interview on ABC Radio Brisbane with John Taylor
Minister Shorten discusses NDIS budget measures and the NDIS Review on ABC Radio Brisbane with John Taylor.
Minister Shorten Interview on Sky News on the Hour with Laura Jayes
Minister Shorten discusses NDIS budget outcomes and Jobkeeper on Sky News on the Hour with Laura Jayes.