Andrew Leigh 2022

Like Aunty Violet Sheridan, I acknowledge the Ngunnawal people on whose lands we meet today, acknowledge all First Nations people present, and commit myself to campaigning for a First Nations Voice to Parliament.

TOM CONNELL:

Joining me live now is the Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury and Employment, Andrew Leigh, thanks for your time.

ANDREW LEIGH:

Pleasure, Tom.

CONNELL:

So blocking the move, what did you make of that?

LEIGH:

The Government is pleased to announce eight appointments to the Australian Charities and Not‑for‑profits (ACNC) Advisory Board.

The ACNC Advisory Board supports and advises the ACNC Commissioner.

Late last year, the Government sought applications from members of the charity sector to join the ACNC Advisory Board.

In the 2023‑24 Budget, we announced funding to enable increased disclosure of the Australian Charities and Not‑for‑profits Commission’s regulatory activities to enhance transparency and accountability in the charity sector.

Today I will speak about the motivations behind this measure and look to provide additional details on the underlying reforms.

TOM CONNELL:

Joining me now for more on this is Andrew Leigh, Assistant Minister for the Treasury. Thank you very much for your time here in the studio, of course.

ANDREW LEIGH:

Pleasure, Tom.

CONNELL:

Introduction

Kia ora and hello.

Australia and New Zealand enjoy a straight‑talking – sometimes playful – but always respectful relationship.

Its benefits reach beyond our borders to support stability, prosperity and security across our region.

HAMISH MACDONALD:

Introduction

I acknowledge the traditional owners of the Yugambeh region, and all First Nations people present here today.

The job of the Reserve Bank is never easy, but it is especially challenging at times when inflation is outside the target band. Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine and major problems with vital supply chains are undoubtably key drivers of Australia's inflation problem.

ANDRE LESLIE: