Christian Schools Australia National Leadership Summit - Video Message
Paul Keating used to say a good education was like having the “keys to the kingdom”.A master key that unlocks every door. Every opportunity in life.
Address to the AFR Higher Education Summit
Can I thank the AFR for inviting me to speak today. This is the fifth time I have had this opportunity. And I appreciate it.
Transcript - Q&A
SUBJECTS: Universities Accord; university teaching standards; Paid Prac extension; TEQSA reform
Reforms to the legislation governing the Australian National University
The Albanese Labor Government has commenced consultations on legislative reforms to the Australian National University Act 1991, to be introduced into the Parliament later this year.
Interview - News24 - Politics Now
SUBJECTS: International students; NOM; Superannuation.
Early childhood STEM excellence celebrated in 2026 Little Scientist Awards
Spotted Frog Kindergarten in NSW is this year’s national winner of the 2026 Little Scientists Early STEM Education Awards.
More funding to support early learning where it's needed
The Albanese Labor Government is investing $106.9 million to support 386 early childhood education and care services across Australia.
ARC 25 year anniversary address, Shine Dome, Canberra
Can I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land we’re meeting on today.
Early Childhood Australia's Early Learning Matters Week wrap-up event, Parliament House, Canberra
I begin by acknowledging the Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we gather.
Australian Education Awards 2026 Opening Address
I feel like I've got the best job in the world, but you've got the most important.And that's why I did this.
Interview - ABC Breakfast
SUBJECTS: Gambling reform; Screen limit in schools; NAPLAN writing test
Wage Justice for Early Childhood Education and Care Workers (Special Account) (Extending Support and Strengthening Safety) Bill 2026 Second Reading Speech
Early childhood education and care workers do one of the most important jobs in this country, you wouldn’t know it from what they have historically been paid.