Andrew Leigh 2025

I begin by acknowledging the Ngunnawal peoples, the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet, and pay my respects to Elders past and present. I extend that respect to all First Nations people here today.

Every year, thousands of Australian charities are required to file an Annual Information Statement. These filings keep the public Charity Register accurate, help donors know where their money is going, and underpin trust in the sector. Yet despite regular reminders from the regulator, a persistent number of charities still file late.

When Australian scientists at CSIRO developed the technologies behind modern Wi‑Fi, it was a breakthrough that reshaped how people connect and communicate. The organisation secured some royalties, but the technology never became the foundation for a home‑grown industry.

I acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we meet, and pay my respects to Elders past and present.

1. Unbinding the debate

I acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we meet. I pay my respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all First Nations people here today.

Hamish Macdonald:

Ross Solly:

Stephen Cenatiempo:

It’s time to talk federal politics with the Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury, and the Member for Fenner, Andrew Leigh. Andrew, good morning.

Andrew Leigh:

Good morning Stephen, great to be with you.

Cenatiempo:

Good morning. It is a pleasure to join the Public Sector Data Sharing Network.