The Hon Bill Shorten MP
Latest Media Releases
New digital tool to support Care Sector planning
Disability and aged care providers will have access to new data about supply and demand for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and aged care services thanks to the launch of the Care Sector Demand Map.
Support lists boost clarity for NDIS participants and providers
The Hon. Bill Shorten MP has today released the final lists of what NDIS participants can and cannot spend their funding on.
Changing of the guard at the NDIS Commission
Minister for the NDIS the Hon. Bill Shorten MP has thanked outgoing Acting NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commissioner Michael Phelan APM for his outstanding contribution to the NDIS Commission over the last six months, as new Commissioner Louise Glanville and Associate Commissioner Natalie Wade prepare to take the helm from tomorrow.
Latest Editorials
Vital help passes pub test
The pub test has been part of the Australian vernacular for... well, maybe since the Hope and Anchor opened in Hobart in 1807 and the first bloke to down a schooner regaled the room with his opinion.
Paralympic glory just as exhilarating as a Collingwood flag
A few weeks back I wrote here about the magic of the Olympics and how it captured my attention and imagination since I was kid.
It’s 'not all men'. But it's always a man
Until we stop tiptoeing around this bleak reality, nothing will change.
Latest Speeches
Opening of Guide Dogs Victoria Sensory Campus
Minister Shorten gave an address at Guide Dogs Victoria campus in Melbourne, outlining the Government’s commitment to supporting the work of guide dog organisations and the important role that guide dogs play in the lives of those with vision loss.
National Press Club Speech - Government Services in Australia: the next decade
Minister Shorten gave an address at the National Press Club, discussing the future of Government Services in Australia.
Minister Shorten speech at Stefan Romaniw’s State Funeral
Minister Shorten speaks on behalf the Prime Minister at Stefan Romaniw OAM State Funeral.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Shorten interview on the Today Show with Sarah Abo and Leader of the Opposition, Peter Dutton
Minister Shorten discusses workplace bullying; Trade relationships with China; Federal election.
Minister Shorten interview on Sunrise
Minister Shorten discusses the anniversary of the October 7 attacks and protest permit systems on Sunrise with Natalie Barr.
Minister Shorten interview on the Today Show with Sarah Abo and Leader of the Opposition, Peter Dutton
Minister Shorten discusses planned protests to mark one-year anniversary of October 7 attacks, Australians in Lebanon, and the NRL grand final.