MARK DREYFUS MP

Member for Isaacs

Media Releases

Next stage of public sector whistleblowing reform

16 November 2023

The Albanese Government has today commenced the next stage in progressing its commitment to strengthen public sector whistleblowing reforms

Respect@Work: Cost reform to better protect applicants in discrimination matters

15 November 2023

The Albanese Government has today taken another step towards fulfilling its commitment to implement, in full, all recommendations of the landmark Respect@Work report.

Making marriage easier and more accessible

15 November 2023

Amendments to the Marriage Act 1961 introduced today will provide couples with a modern and convenient way to start the legal paperwork for their wedding.

Judicial Immunity

15 November 2023

Federal Parliament has today passed the Government’s legislation to safeguard judicial independence for all federal judges by resolving the uncertainty around the scope of judicial immunity.

Lead reviewer of the Family Relationship Services Program

15 November 2023

I am pleased to announce that Mr Andrew Metcalfe AO will take on the role of lead reviewer of the Family Relationships Services Program (FRSP).

Appointment of the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions

14 November 2023

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Victorian barrister Raelene Sharp KC as the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP).

Government response to Robodebt Royal Commission

13 November 2023

The Albanese Government has today tabled the response to the Robodebt Royal Commission.

The Government has agreed, or agreed in principle, to all 56 of the Royal Commission’s recommendations as part of the ongoing work to restore faith, integrity and trust in government.

Hilary Charlesworth re-elected to the International Court of Justice

10 November 2023

The Australian Government congratulates the Honourable Judge Hilary Charlesworth on her re-election to the International Court of Justice.

Digital statutory declarations to save Australians time and money

09 November 2023

Commonwealth statutory declarations have now entered into the digital age with legislation passed today to make permanent the use of digital execution, electronic signatures and video-link witnessing in place of the centuries old ink and paper.

Australian Human Rights Commission retains ‘A’ status

06 November 2023

I am delighted to announce the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has had its international reputation restored as one of the world’s leading international human rights organisations.