Media Releases by The Hon Michelle Landry MP
Commemorating the 6th anniversary of the National Apology for Forced Adoptions
This year marks the sixth anniversary of the National Apology for Forced Adoptions. On 21 March 2013, the Government formally apologised to people affected by…
Government takes further step in keeping NT children safe
The Government has today released terms of reference for a Productivity Commission Study on improvements to the way initiatives supporting families and children are funded…
Community Hubs helping migrants make the grade
Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry, joined Woodridge North State School Queensland Community Hub migrants, for English class today. “Migrants, refugee women and…
Access Community Services providing supports for migrants across Queensland
Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry today visited Access Community Services (Access) as part of her visit to Logan, Queensland. “It is wonderful…
Outstanding Alice Springs Women’s Shelter recognised
Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Ms Michelle Landry, today visited the Alice Springs Women’s Shelter to acknowledge their work and success in receiving a…
Children and Families Tripartite Forum meets in Alice Springs
Federal Assistant Minister for Children and Families Michelle Landry today welcomed the progress made to address child protection and detention issues in the Northern Territory.…
New plan for protecting Australia’s children
The Fourth Action Plan of the National Framework for Protecting Australia’s Children (2009-2020) has been launched by the Government today following endorsement by state and…
Early results from anti-violence campaign encouraging with 72 per cent more mindful of respect
The second phase of the ground breaking $30 million Stop it at the Start campaign has reignited community discussions about how we can all play…
Working together and taking action to improve child safety
The Healing Foundation facilitated the first in a series of stakeholders workshops organised by the National Office for Child Safety today. The workshops are aimed…
New data on attitudes towards violence against women
Most people agree violence against women is wrong and are more likely to support gender equality than ever before, according to new research released today…
Continuing critical work of 1800RESPECT
The flagship national domestic and family violence and sexual assault counselling, information and support service, 1800RESPECT, will receive $10.9 million in additional Australian Government funding…
Government continues to seek a home for every child
Permanency reform for children in out-of-home care remains high on the Government’s agenda as affirmed by Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry, today…
Government and Communities Collaborate for Stronger Families
Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Ms Michelle Landry, today affirmed the Coalition Government’s commitment to supporting children, families and local communities at today’s Family…
Ninth anniversary of the National Apology to the Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants
Minister for Families and Social Services, Paul Fletcher, and Assistant Minister for Children & Families, Michelle Landry, today acknowledged the ninth anniversary of the National…
Morrison Government announces ongoing support for migrants in their communities
Federal Minister for Social Services, Paul Fletcher, and Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry, have announced $4.13 million in continued funding for three…
Landry supports “Yesvember” and says Yes to #aHomeForEveryChild
The Federal Coalition Government, state and territory governments, and non-government organisations are committed to improving permanency outcomes for the 48,000 children in out-of-home care and…
National Adoption Awareness Month
November marks National Adoption Awareness Month, a reminder that every child deserves a safe, stable and loving home. Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle…
Free domestic violence alert training for disability workers
The Coalition Government is funding a pilot program to provide domestic violence response (DV alert) training to frontline workers supporting women with disability across the…
End shame and silence this blue knot day
“The time for blame, for turning away, for hiding, for running and denying is over; recovery is possible.” Federal Member for Capricornia and Assistant Minister…
Young and old connect by asking Gran, not Google
A ground-breaking, Morrison Government-supported program encouraging thousands of students to “Ask Gran, Not Google” and forge links with senior Australians is being rolled out across…
MPs Walk for Daniel
Assistant Minister for Children and Families, Michelle Landry, joined Member for Fairfax, Ted O’Brien, and hundreds of Sunshine Coast locals today to walk in the…
Daniel’s Legacy Unites Parliament
On the eve of Day for Daniel, the Australian Parliament will today join local Fairfax MP Ted O’Brien, Assistant Minister for Children and Families Michelle…
Try Something New: Get Online This Week
The call has gone out for all Australians to try one new thing online during Get Online Week. Assistant Minister for Families and Children Michelle…
National Child Protection Week
All Australians are being urged to play their part in keeping children safe during National Child Protection Week this week. Minister for Families and Social…