Media Releases by The Hon Dr David Gillespie MP
First meeting of Tripartite Forum to ensure greater child protection reforms
Federal Minister David Gillespie and Territory Minister Dale Wakefield today welcomed the congregation of the first Tripartite Forum to discuss both Governments’ response to the…
Federal Coalition seeks input on services for families
The Federal Coalition Government has opened up a process of consultation to ensure that our services continue to best meet the needs of families and…
Donna Ah Chee appointed Chair of Tripartite Forum
A further step towards implementing the recommendations of the Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the Northern Territory has been taken…
Armidale embraces refugee resettlement
Armidale continues to shine as a model of the Federal Coalition Government’s efforts to encourage the settlement of humanitarian migrants into regional communities. Hosted by…
More support for new dads
The Federal Coalition Government recognises the importance of fathers and the positive and significant influence they can have on their children’s lives. That’s why over…
Supporting culturally and linguistically diverse victims of domestic violence
The Federal Coalition Government is taking more action to help tackle domestic violence against women and children with a further investment in programs designed to…
Sport a game-changer for young refugees
The Federal Coalition Government recognises the important role that sport plays in the settlement of young humanitarian migrants. Engagement in sport helps young refugees integrate…
Refugee Week 2018
Refugee Week is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate people who come to Australia through Australia’s Refugee and Humanitarian Program and enrich our society through…
Relaunch of Family Relationships Online
The launch of the redeveloped Family Relationships Online website today further supports the Federal Coalition Government’s commitment to Australian families. The newly refreshed website, launched…
Ministers agree to drive reforms to protect Australian children
Community Services Ministers from the Commonwealth and the states and territories met in Canberra today to discuss the protection and wellbeing of Australia’s children and…
Disadvantaged ACT families to receive support
The Federal Coalition Government today announced it will commit up to $600,000 to improve the lifetime outcomes of families and children in the ACT in…
New online course for interpreters a welcome boost for migrant integration
New online course for interpreters a welcome boost for migrant integration As part of the Federal Coalition Government’s commitment to more effectively integrate newly arrived…
SORTLI app helps young people gain independence
A new mobile app to help young people transition from out-of-home care into more independent living has now launched as part of the Towards Independent…
New action plan to help Aussies feeling the pinch
Australia’s leading companies and not-for-profit organisations have joined forces to improve the support on offer to people experiencing financial hardship. Federal Assistant Minister for Children…
Commemorating the 5th anniversary of the National Apology for Forced Adoptions
This year marks the fifth anniversary of the National Apology for Forced Adoptions. On 21 March 2013, the Australian Government formally apologised to people affected…
New Action Plan to support children with heart disease
The Federal Coalition Government has today pledged its support for the development of a National Childhood Heart Disease Action Plan, to help save the lives…