The Hon Bill Shorten MP
Latest Media Releases
People with disability lead independent advice on NDIS reform
The Australian Government has today announced the appointment of El Gibbs and Dougie Herd as the two co-chairs of the newly formed NDIS Reform Advisory Committee. These appointments continue to strengthen the lived and professional experience in key leadership roles in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
More people with disability appointed to the NDIA Board and NDIS Independent Advisory Council
The Australian Government has today announced two appointments to the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) Board and five appointments to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Independent Advisory Council (IAC). These appointments bolster the number of people with disability and bring strong lived and professional experience into key leadership positions for the NDIS.
Disaster recovery allowance available for bushfire-affected Victorian communities
The Albanese Labor Government is activating financial support for Victorians directly affected by bushfires burning in and around the Grampians National Park and Macedon Ranges – through the Disaster Recovery Allowance.
Latest Editorials
The social ban is hard but it’s necessary
Who hasn't heard the saying “if it ain't broke, why fix it”? The fact is, a lot of the time things have been “broke” and needed fixing but as a group, humans generally take solace in the status quo and defer change.
If Ukraine fails, other democracies are weakened and other dictators are emboldened
In February 2022, the world watched in disbelief as Russia invaded Ukraine.
Making myGov even more secure
Fraud and scams have been around since someone figured out that deceit could be monetised.
Latest Speeches
Valedictory Speech
Minister Shorten gave his valedictory speech in the House of Representatives
Opening of the 2024 National Tech Summit
Minister Shorten’s speech for the opening of the 2024 National Tech Summitt
Salvation Army/Diabetes Australia Partnership Launch
Minister Shorten gave a Ministerial Address at the Salvation Army Heritage Centre in Melbourne, outlining the new Project 614 partnership between the Salvation Army and Diabetes Australia.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Shorten doorstop interview
Minister Shorten discusses Federal Court action against AGL for overcharging Centrepay customers and nuclear power
Minister Shorten doorstop interview at Services Australia Sorell
Minister Shorten discusses Official opening of Sorell Services Australia centre; population growth in Lyons; salmon farming policy and Labor’s electoral hopes in Tasmania
Minister Shorten doorstop interview with Brain Injury Association of Tasmania
Minister Shorten discusses ILC rants for disability organisations; NDIS MYEFO funding; music and art supports and NDIS assessments