The World Today – ABC
Transcript by Hon Kevin Andrews MPE&OE……………………………… NICK GRIMM: The Federal Minister for Social Services Kevin Andrews says the Government will need to spend at least a billion dollars to rebuild…
Address at the Launch of Parliamentarians Against Family Violence
Speech by Hon Kevin Andrews MP*** CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** Parliamentary colleagues; Vice Admiral Ray Griggs; Ladies and gentlemen. Can I begin by congratulating all those involved in bringing together this…
Ethnic Communities’ Council of NSW Annual General Meeting
Speech by Senator the Hon Concetta Fierravanti-WellsE&OE May I start by adding my acknowledgment of the traditional owners of this land. Can I also acknowledge Minister Dominello, John Robinson, Mehreen Faruqi,…
Address at the Opening of the Stage 2 Extension of the On Luck Chinese Nursing Home
Speech by Hon Kevin Andrews MP***CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** Fred Chuah, JP Song Yumin, Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China Melbourne Parliamentary colleagues – Bruce Atkinson Anna Burke Jenny…
Partnership to Promote a Generous Australia
Media Release by Hon Kevin Andrews MPThe Commonwealth Government will re-establish the Prime Minister’s Community Business Partnership to bring together government, community and business leaders to develop practical strategies to foster…
Opening Address to the Commercial Radio Australia National Radio Conference
Speech by Senator the Hon Mitch Fifield***CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** Introduction Well thank you to Joan Warner for that very kind introduction. For those who know Joan will understand, when Joan asks…
Applications open for Families Expert Panel
Media Release by Hon Kevin Andrews MPApplications are now open for suitably qualified people or organisations to provide services as part of the Government’s Families and Children Expert Panel. Minister for…
Great Lakes FM Community Radio with John Healy
Transcript by Senator the Hon Mitch FifieldE & OE Subject: July 1 changes to aged care HEALY: We have on the line Senator Mitch Fifield, who of course is the Assistant…
Launch of Carers Week 2014, Circular Quay, Sydney
Speech by Senator the Hon Mitch Fifield***CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove, Her Excellency Lady Cosgrove, Councillor Mant, the National CEO of Carers Australia – Ara,…
Carers Week 2014
Media Release by Senator the Hon Mitch FifieldThe Assistant Minister for Social Services, Senator Mitch Fifield today joined His Excellency General the Hon. Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC to officially launch Carers…
ABC NewsRadio
Transcript by Hon Kevin Andrews MPE&OE SANDY ALOISI: (Inaudible) a review of pension recipients aged under 35 has found that 5000 people now receiving the DSP are able to work,…
Launch of the South Australian Innovation Hub Trial, BioSA Conference Centre
Speech by Hon Kevin Andrews MP*** CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** Thank you Carolyn for your warm welcome. I acknowledge the many members of the aged care sector who have gathered this…
Trial aims for less red tape in aged care sector
Media Release by Hon Kevin Andrews MPThe Australian Government has launched a trial in South Australia which aims to cut unnecessary red tape in the aged care sector. Minister for Social…
Interview with Faten El-Dana, Radio 2MFM Sydney
Transcript by Senator the Hon Concetta Fierravanti-WellsE&OE Faten El-Dana: Dear listeners, I would like to welcome to the studios of 2MFM the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Social Services with…
Opening Address to JobSupport’s 600 clients milestone event, Venus Reception Centre, Kogarah
Speech by Senator the Hon Mitch Fifield***CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** Thanks very much Paul. And ladies and gentlemen what a wonderful afternoon it is. Can I acknowledge at the outset my good…
Sky News AM Agenda with David Lipson and the Hon. Dr Andrew Leigh MP
Transcript by Senator the Hon Mitch FifieldE&OE DAVID LIPSON: Let’s get the political reaction immediately. The Assistant Minister for Social Services, Mitch Fifield, and the Shadow Assistant Treasurer, Andrew Leigh join…
Income management making a positive impact
Media Release by Hon Kevin Andrews MPMinister for Social Services Kevin Andrews has welcomed the findings of reports from two evaluations on income management indicating the initiative is having a positive…
Social Services Bills introduced to Parliament
Media Release by Hon Kevin Andrews MPMinister for Social Services Kevin Andrews has today reintroduced all the social services measures announced in the Budget in four separate Bills to Parliament. Mr…
Address to the Australian Food and Grocery Council Industry Leaders Forum
Speech by Hon Kevin Andrews MP*** CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY*** Thank you Enzo for your kind words and thank you for the work you are doing as Chair of Foodbank Australia.…
ABC TV Capital Hill with Lyndal Curtis
Transcript by Senator the Hon Concetta Fierravanti-WellsLyndal Curtis: The Government has put some money and says it’s putting a lot of work into preventing young Australians being radicalised. The Parliamentary Secretary…
ABC 774 Drive with Patricia Karvelas
Transcript by Hon Kevin Andrews MPE&OE PATRICIA KARVELAS: Now while the nation’s eyes are on the terror laws, the Abbott Government has listed two social security budget bills for debate…
5AA Mornings with Leon Byner
Transcript by Hon Kevin Andrews MPE&OE LEON BYNER: Well as you know the Federal Government put through a Federal Budget, most of which has gone through. But some of the…
New Zealand Waiting Period for Benefits
Media Release by Hon Kevin Andrews MPIn New Zealand, a person who applies for unemployment benefits has a 20 working-day period in which to complete required activities like prepare a resume…
Address to Australian Council of Chinese Organisations’ Gala Banquet for 65th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China
Speech by Senator the Hon Concetta Fierravanti-WellsE&OE Thank you Consul General, I will make sure your message is passed on to the Prime Minister and the Foreign Minister. Can I start…
Celebrating 65 years of the People’s Republic of China
Media Release by Senator the Hon Concetta Fierravanti-WellsThe Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Social Services, Senator Concetta Fierravanti-Wells, tonight attended a gala banquet in Sydney to celebrate the 65th anniversary of…