House debates

Wednesday, 24 May 2023

Statements by Members

Albanese Government

1:47 pm

Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid (Robertson, Australian Labor Party) Share this | | Hansard source

I rise to acknowledge the one-year anniversary of the Albanese Labor government. It has been a huge year for the federal government and we are delivering on our policy commitments, from record investments in Medicare to fee-free TAFE, the National Anti-Corruption Commission and re-establishing and repairing Australia's international reputation. This federal government has hit the ground running and we are not slowing down.

On the Central Coast, the government's investments in health care are helping thousands of people access cheaper medicines, and from July cheaper child care will help thousands more afford early childhood and education services. The federal government is committed to building a better future, and across the nation you can see our work making a real difference.

We have now had 12 months of a strong, united, mature government in Canberra. And hasn't that been great! No longer are we seeing blatant pork barrelling, scandal after scandal or mismanagement from federal government departments. With the Albanese Labor government Australians have a government of purpose, forging a clear path for a brighter future.

I want to thank Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and every minister and assistant minister for their competent leadership over the past several months. I look forward to continuing to be part of a dynamic and progressive Albanese Labor government.