Speeches by The Hon Jenny Macklin MP
Opening remarks at the National Indigenous Labor Network event, ALP National Conference
E & OE – Proof only Thank you Warren [Mundine, Chair of the National Indigenous Labor Network]. I’d like to begin by acknowledging the traditional…
Introduction of Chapter 9, A fair go for all Australians, ALP National Conference 2011
E & OE – Proof only Thank you, Madam President, and can I congratulate you on your election. [Jenny McAllister, National President] Delegates, it gives…
Resolution in support of a National Disability Insurance Scheme, ALP National Conference 2011
E & OE – Proof only Thank you, What a wonderful way to celebrate International Day of People with Disability – recognising your courage, your…
Stronger futures in the Northern Territory Bill 2011 – Second reading speech
**Check against delivery** The Stronger Futures in the Northern Territory Bill 2011, is being introduced alongside its companion, the Stronger Futures in the Northern Territory…
Opening of Inside, Life in children’s homes and institutions – Second Anniversary of the National Apology to the Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants
E & OE – Proof only Thank you, Andrew [Sayers, Director of the National Museum of Australia]. I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners…
Ministerial statement to the United Nations on Australia’s national human rights
E & OE – Proof only Thank you Madame Chair. As this is the first time I take the floor on behalf of Australia I…
Launch of Indigenous Economic Development Strategy – 2011-2018
** Check against delivery ** If I can first join everyone here in acknowledging the Traditional Owners, and particularly acknowledging those elders who are with…
Address to the international forum for child welfare
E & OE – Proof only Thank you, Tony [Charlton, Master of Ceremonies]. Ladies and gentlemen, it’s a great pleasure to welcome you to Australia,…
Launch of Good Shepherd Report: Microfinance and the Household Economy
E & OE – Proof only Thank you, Paul [McDonald, Co-chair Anti-Poverty Week Victoria & CEO Anglicare Victoria]. I would like to pay my respects…
Oxfam Straight Talk Summit
*** E & OE – Proof only *** Thank you very much and it is a really great pleasure to be back with you again…
Address to the full council of the Central Land Council
*** E & OE – Proof only *** I begin by paying my respects to the traditional owners of this country, past and present, whose…
First Voice: launch of social cost benefit analysis of early intervention programs
*** E & OE – Proof only *** Good morning everyone and welcome to Parliament House. Thanks very much to Dimity, it’s great to be…
Address to the Sydney Institute, Building the foundations for change
*** E & OE – Proof only *** I would like to acknowledge the First Australians on whose land we meet – the custodians of…
Social Security and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2011 – Second Reading Speech
This Bill contains a range of measures relating to income support and veterans’ affairs payments, and disability advocacy services. It includes two Budget 2011-12 measures,…
Tackling Disadvantage in the Midst of the Boom
*** Check Against Delivery *** First I want to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land where we meet and pay my respects to their…
Family Assistance and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2011 – Second Reading Speech
*** Check Against Delivery *** This Bill delivers on five measures from the recently announced 2011-2012 Budget, and a minor non-Budget measure. Reform of family…
Address to the No Interest Loans Conference
Today we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the No Interest Loan Scheme. It’s great to be here to help celebrate the work Good Shepherd do…
Contribution to the OECD Meeting of Social Policy Ministers – Paying for the past, providing for the future
Session Three – Paying for the Past, Providing for the Future *** Check Against Delivery *** Like many nations in the OECD, Australia faces the…
Opening remarks at OECD Meeting of Social Policy Ministers – Building a Fairer Future: the role for social policy
Session Two – Doing Better for Families *** Check Against Delivery *** Welcome to this breakout group on integrating service delivery for vulnerable families. I…
Address to OECD Forum: Tackling inequality – drivers and consequences of growing inequalities
*** Check Against Delivery *** Thank you Professor Freeman for your presentation. The gathering here at the OECD over the next two days presents a…
Remarks to National Churches Problem Gambling Forum
Thanks Alistair (Macrae) for your warm welcome. I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we meet today, and pay…
International Women’s Day 2011 – Remarks to the Australian Council of Trade Unions and Victorian Trades Hall Council
It’s great to be here this evening, to join so many fantastic women to celebrate the centenary of International Women’s Day. Thank you Ged for…
Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs and Other Legislation Amendment (Election Commitments and Other Measures) Bill 2011 – Second Reading Speech
*** Check Against Delivery *** This bill delivers on three significant government election commitments to support families and senior Australians. Work bonus for pensioners During…
20th Annual Conference of the National Association for Gambling Studies, Gold Coast
*** Check Against Delivery *** I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we are meeting, the Kombumerri people, and…
LawHelp Launch
*** E & OE – Proof only *** Can I first of all thank Aunty Agnes very, very much for your very warm and generous…