The Hon Bill Shorten MP
Latest Media Releases
Investing in Government Services and building a stronger myGov
The Albanese Labor Government is supporting Australians through a record investment of $2.8 billion to deliver safe, effective and efficient government services for every Australian.
Delivering on our commitment to a better NDIS
The Albanese Labor Government continues to deliver on its commitment to a better National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for Australians with a disability.
Budget delivers for people with disability
The Albanese Labor Government will continue delivering better outcomes for the more than one in six Australians with disability by boosting investments in disability employment and the NDIS.
Latest Editorials
NDIS shonks put on notice
Anyone who has tried to organise a wedding will know the following story. Venues jack up the prices when they know it is somebody's big day. Everything from the room hire and caterer to the florist and the photographer charge a premium. It's known as a “wedding tax”.
There’s no excuse for abuse
We recognise there is a lot of grief and sadness in the community right now in the wake of recent high-profile, violent incidents.
We remember the history-changing heroines this Anzac Day
Anzac Day is Australia's most solemn moment each year. This week we will again remember those who served with courage and purpose, and honour those who paid the ultimate price for defending our nation.
Latest Speeches
Second Reading Speech - Criminal Code amendment
Minister Shorten delivered a speech regarding the Second Reading of The Criminal Code Amendment (Protecting Commonwealth Frontline Workers) Bill 2024.
Launch of Police Home Carer Services
Minister Shorten delivers a speech to launch the police home care service
Les Twentyman memorial
Minister Shorten delivered a speech at the memorial for Les Twentyman.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Shorten interview on ABC Afternoon Briefing with Greg Jennett
Minister Shorten discusses the NDIS Federal Budget measures on ABC Afternoon Briefing with Greg Jennett.
Minister Shorten interview on ABC Melbourne Drive
Minister Shorten discusses Bonza staff stood down and the $314 million Budget investment to upgrade security at Services Australia centres on ABC Melbourne Drive with Ali Moore.
Minister Shorten doorstop at Services Australia Airport West
Minister Shorten discusses Police Home Care Services, OEC data on Australian’s tax burden, cost-of-living relief, rate of JobSeeker, Muslim community calls for review into terrorism laws, violence against women, and the Changing Places initiative at a doorstop in Melbourne.