The Hon Kate Thwaites MP
Latest Media Releases
Equipping and empowering vulnerable young mothers to thrive in Brisbane
The Albanese Labor Government is supporting communities across Australia to be strong and resilient.
Boosting participation in netball for Queenslanders with disability
People with disability living in Queensland will benefit from improved access to inclusive sporting programs through $429,100 in funding awarded to Netball Queensland under the Albanese Government’s Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) program.
Community-led initiatives to improve employment outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians
The Albanese Labor Government is partnering with the Victorian Government to deliver several community-driven Aboriginal employment initiatives in Victoria.
Latest Speeches
Opening of the Monash Assistive Technology and Society Centre
Assistant Minister Thwaites gave a Ministerial Address at the Monash Assistive Technology and Society Centre in Melbourne, outlining the Government’s commitment to supporting older Australians and people with disability.
Opening of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for the elimination of violence against women
Assistant Minister Thwaites gave an address at Monash University outlining the opening of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence to eliminate violence against women.
Launch of Get Online Week 2024 and the Economic Benefits of Digital Inclusion Report
Assistant Minister Thwaites speaks at the Launch of Get Online Week 2024 and the Economic Benefits of Digital Inclusion Report
Latest Transcripts
Assistant Minister Thwaites interview on The Women’s Agenda Podcast
Assistant Minister Thwaites discusses Early childhood education reforms, Working for Women, Paid Parental Leave, gender equality targets, women’s health investments, supporting older women, upcoming election.
Assistant Minister Thwaites doorstop interview, Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, Ballarat
Assistant Minister Thwaites discusses the Outcomes Fund partnership in Victoria, supporting Aboriginal employment initiatives, summer preparedness, and Victoria’s Koori Caucus.
Assistant Minister Thwaites interview on ABC Northern Tasmania Drive with Andre Leslie
Assistant Minister Thwaites discusses New Safe Places Emergency Accommodation in Hobart; family and domestic violence prevention; Strong and Resilient Communities (SARC) Program