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The Advertiser
26-05-2025
- Politics
- The Advertiser
War against democracies 'next door' to Australia: envoy
The threat to democracies posed by authoritarian regimes is "so close you cannot even imagine", Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has warned. Addressing a University of Canberra event at the National Press Club, Vasyl Myroshnychenko said if democracy was to survive Ukraine must win the conflict started by Russia. "The reason we're asking for support is because if we fall, you all will crumble," he said on Monday. "Let me tell you Australia, this war is next door. "It's so close that you cannot even imagine." The ambassador said the western world had lost the global south. "Most of the countries don't support us ... globally, and that's a matter of democracy," he said. Mr Myroshnychenko said Australia with its capital, expertise, and technology could help Ukraine mine rare earths. "We should create an alliance of democracies in rare earth and critical minerals," he and Kyiv signed a deal to set up a joint reconstruction investment fund to attract investment for Ukrainian projects in minerals. The European Union's ambassador to Australia Gabriele Visentin said the bloc was watching Australia's decision to set up a $1.2 billion critical minerals reserve "with interest". He said a Memorandum of Understanding signed last year between Australia and the EU on critical minerals was a "no brainer". The EU was working to ensure no more than 65 per cent of any strategic mineral would come from a single supplier, except countries the bloc had a free-trade agreement with or a strategic partnership, which is the case with Australia. Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. In an overnight attack, it launched more than 360 drones and missiles, the highest number in a single night. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the "abhorrent" missile attacks demonstrated Russia wasn't serious about wanting to end its war. "Ukraine's citizens continue to bravely resist Russia's aggression," she said in a post on X. "We grieve the civilian lives lost." The threat to democracies posed by authoritarian regimes is "so close you cannot even imagine", Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has warned. Addressing a University of Canberra event at the National Press Club, Vasyl Myroshnychenko said if democracy was to survive Ukraine must win the conflict started by Russia. "The reason we're asking for support is because if we fall, you all will crumble," he said on Monday. "Let me tell you Australia, this war is next door. "It's so close that you cannot even imagine." The ambassador said the western world had lost the global south. "Most of the countries don't support us ... globally, and that's a matter of democracy," he said. Mr Myroshnychenko said Australia with its capital, expertise, and technology could help Ukraine mine rare earths. "We should create an alliance of democracies in rare earth and critical minerals," he and Kyiv signed a deal to set up a joint reconstruction investment fund to attract investment for Ukrainian projects in minerals. The European Union's ambassador to Australia Gabriele Visentin said the bloc was watching Australia's decision to set up a $1.2 billion critical minerals reserve "with interest". He said a Memorandum of Understanding signed last year between Australia and the EU on critical minerals was a "no brainer". The EU was working to ensure no more than 65 per cent of any strategic mineral would come from a single supplier, except countries the bloc had a free-trade agreement with or a strategic partnership, which is the case with Australia. Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. In an overnight attack, it launched more than 360 drones and missiles, the highest number in a single night. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the "abhorrent" missile attacks demonstrated Russia wasn't serious about wanting to end its war. "Ukraine's citizens continue to bravely resist Russia's aggression," she said in a post on X. "We grieve the civilian lives lost." The threat to democracies posed by authoritarian regimes is "so close you cannot even imagine", Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has warned. Addressing a University of Canberra event at the National Press Club, Vasyl Myroshnychenko said if democracy was to survive Ukraine must win the conflict started by Russia. "The reason we're asking for support is because if we fall, you all will crumble," he said on Monday. "Let me tell you Australia, this war is next door. "It's so close that you cannot even imagine." The ambassador said the western world had lost the global south. "Most of the countries don't support us ... globally, and that's a matter of democracy," he said. Mr Myroshnychenko said Australia with its capital, expertise, and technology could help Ukraine mine rare earths. "We should create an alliance of democracies in rare earth and critical minerals," he and Kyiv signed a deal to set up a joint reconstruction investment fund to attract investment for Ukrainian projects in minerals. The European Union's ambassador to Australia Gabriele Visentin said the bloc was watching Australia's decision to set up a $1.2 billion critical minerals reserve "with interest". He said a Memorandum of Understanding signed last year between Australia and the EU on critical minerals was a "no brainer". The EU was working to ensure no more than 65 per cent of any strategic mineral would come from a single supplier, except countries the bloc had a free-trade agreement with or a strategic partnership, which is the case with Australia. Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. In an overnight attack, it launched more than 360 drones and missiles, the highest number in a single night. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the "abhorrent" missile attacks demonstrated Russia wasn't serious about wanting to end its war. "Ukraine's citizens continue to bravely resist Russia's aggression," she said in a post on X. "We grieve the civilian lives lost." The threat to democracies posed by authoritarian regimes is "so close you cannot even imagine", Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has warned. Addressing a University of Canberra event at the National Press Club, Vasyl Myroshnychenko said if democracy was to survive Ukraine must win the conflict started by Russia. "The reason we're asking for support is because if we fall, you all will crumble," he said on Monday. "Let me tell you Australia, this war is next door. "It's so close that you cannot even imagine." The ambassador said the western world had lost the global south. "Most of the countries don't support us ... globally, and that's a matter of democracy," he said. Mr Myroshnychenko said Australia with its capital, expertise, and technology could help Ukraine mine rare earths. "We should create an alliance of democracies in rare earth and critical minerals," he and Kyiv signed a deal to set up a joint reconstruction investment fund to attract investment for Ukrainian projects in minerals. The European Union's ambassador to Australia Gabriele Visentin said the bloc was watching Australia's decision to set up a $1.2 billion critical minerals reserve "with interest". He said a Memorandum of Understanding signed last year between Australia and the EU on critical minerals was a "no brainer". The EU was working to ensure no more than 65 per cent of any strategic mineral would come from a single supplier, except countries the bloc had a free-trade agreement with or a strategic partnership, which is the case with Australia. Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. In an overnight attack, it launched more than 360 drones and missiles, the highest number in a single night. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the "abhorrent" missile attacks demonstrated Russia wasn't serious about wanting to end its war. "Ukraine's citizens continue to bravely resist Russia's aggression," she said in a post on X. "We grieve the civilian lives lost."
Perth Now
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Perth Now
War against democracies 'next door' to Australia: envoy
The threat to democracies posed by authoritarian regimes is "so close you cannot even imagine", Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has warned. Addressing a University of Canberra event at the National Press Club, Vasyl Myroshnychenko said if democracy was to survive Ukraine must win the conflict started by Russia. "The reason we're asking for support is because if we fall, you all will crumble," he said on Monday. "Let me tell you Australia, this war is next door. "It's so close that you cannot even imagine." The ambassador said the western world had lost the global south. "Most of the countries don't support us ... globally, and that's a matter of democracy," he said. Mr Myroshnychenko said Australia with its capital, expertise, and technology could help Ukraine mine rare earths. "We should create an alliance of democracies in rare earth and critical minerals," he and Kyiv signed a deal to set up a joint reconstruction investment fund to attract investment for Ukrainian projects in minerals. The European Union's ambassador to Australia Gabriele Visentin said the bloc was watching Australia's decision to set up a $1.2 billion critical minerals reserve "with interest". He said a Memorandum of Understanding signed last year between Australia and the EU on critical minerals was a "no brainer". The EU was working to ensure no more than 65 per cent of any strategic mineral would come from a single supplier, except countries the bloc had a free-trade agreement with or a strategic partnership, which is the case with Australia. Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. In an overnight attack, it launched more than 360 drones and missiles, the highest number in a single night. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the "abhorrent" missile attacks demonstrated Russia wasn't serious about wanting to end its war. "Ukraine's citizens continue to bravely resist Russia's aggression," she said in a post on X. "We grieve the civilian lives lost."
The Advertiser
19-05-2025
- Health
- The Advertiser
Aussies asked to step up for dementia research
This is branded content for StepUp for Dementia Research. At 64, Bobby Redman was a busy psychologist in Sydney, juggling 60-hour work weeks, clients, interns, travel and a busy social calendar. Life was full until subtle shifts began to unravel the rhythm of her days. "I started really struggling to follow conversations, and as a psychologist, that's a pretty important part of the role. I was having to write a lot more notes, and then my actual paperwork was getting behind," said Bobby. "I was a very organised person, but suddenly I was finding it really difficult to organise myself." Bobby initially attributed the changes to burnout. But as things worsened post-retirement, close friends back in the UK noticed something deeper was wrong. "They were saying, 'You're not the Bobby we know'," she said. After initial pushback from her GP, Bobby persisted with seeing a neurologist, eventually receiving an official diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia in 2015. The diagnosis understandably came as a shock and has changed Bobby's life dramatically, from struggling with organisation and sequencing, to having trouble following conversations. But it also set her on a new path. "I started to think I either give up and sit at home and do nothing, or I'm going to kick myself into gear and give it a purpose and do something about it," she said. And that's exactly what she did. Bobby, now 76, lives independently on the Central Coast of New South Wales. She manages many of the day-to-day challenges of dementia with the help of technology and pre-recorded prompts. Despite the challenges, Bobby has become a powerful voice in dementia advocacy, speaking publicly, advising researchers, and helping to run dementia-friendly initiatives. Her experience brings a human face to the realities often hidden behind the statistics. There are more than 433,300 Australians currently living with dementia, and dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia, the leading cause for women. Now, a new national survey is aiming to help change the experiences of those living with dementia. Launched via StepUp for Dementia Research and coordinated by the University of Canberra on behalf of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the Living with Dementia Survey aims to collect insights from more than 2000 people living with dementia, as well as their carers. It's the first time the Australian Government is asking people with dementia directly about their experiences -how they were diagnosed, the care they've received, challenges they've faced, and what they believe needs to change. "This survey came from a critical need to hear directly from people living with dementia, and to learn more about their experiences, challenges and unmet needs," said Professor Yun-Hee Jeon, Director of StepUp for Dementia Research. "When it comes to dementia research, data only tells part of the story. By capturing the firsthand perspectives of people living with dementia, we can uncover more about gaps in care, things like social isolation or accessibility issues, that might otherwise go unnoticed in other studies." The survey will run from May to November 2025 and involves a confidential 60-minute phone interview. StepUp for Dementia Research is especially keen to hear from people in regional and rural areas, who have historically been underrepresented in dementia research and often face additional barriers to care. "We encourage anyone living with dementia and their carers to participate, as your voices will shape more person-centred care and services responsive to the needs of people living with dementia," says Yun-Hee. "Every survey response can help drive policy changes and innovative care models. This isn't just data, it's a roadmap for a more inclusive, supportive future for Australians living with dementia." For Bobby, participating in the survey is not just an opportunity-it's a responsibility, and a way to provide hope that future generations will see better dementia services and care. "There's still so much decision-makers get wrong [about dementia]. There are so many different types of dementia, there are different stages. There's the stereotype of what we're supposed to look like, how we're supposed to behave, and what's supposed to be wrong with us. People assume it's just about memory, but it's not for many of us," said Bobby. "They need to recognise that we're all different, and we present differently. They need to see it as not just a statistic, not just data, that we're individuals, that we're human beings." And she hopes others will join her. "If we can get a really wide view from 2,000 people living with dementia on what it's like and what their issues are and how to work with them, it's just going to make such a difference to how things are done," says Bobby. "It's that information can make the difference, not only to the person that completes the survey, but to the hundreds of thousands of people out there living with dementia. We can make things better for them." This is branded content for StepUp for Dementia Research. At 64, Bobby Redman was a busy psychologist in Sydney, juggling 60-hour work weeks, clients, interns, travel and a busy social calendar. Life was full until subtle shifts began to unravel the rhythm of her days. "I started really struggling to follow conversations, and as a psychologist, that's a pretty important part of the role. I was having to write a lot more notes, and then my actual paperwork was getting behind," said Bobby. "I was a very organised person, but suddenly I was finding it really difficult to organise myself." Bobby initially attributed the changes to burnout. But as things worsened post-retirement, close friends back in the UK noticed something deeper was wrong. "They were saying, 'You're not the Bobby we know'," she said. After initial pushback from her GP, Bobby persisted with seeing a neurologist, eventually receiving an official diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia in 2015. The diagnosis understandably came as a shock and has changed Bobby's life dramatically, from struggling with organisation and sequencing, to having trouble following conversations. But it also set her on a new path. "I started to think I either give up and sit at home and do nothing, or I'm going to kick myself into gear and give it a purpose and do something about it," she said. And that's exactly what she did. Bobby, now 76, lives independently on the Central Coast of New South Wales. She manages many of the day-to-day challenges of dementia with the help of technology and pre-recorded prompts. Despite the challenges, Bobby has become a powerful voice in dementia advocacy, speaking publicly, advising researchers, and helping to run dementia-friendly initiatives. Her experience brings a human face to the realities often hidden behind the statistics. There are more than 433,300 Australians currently living with dementia, and dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia, the leading cause for women. Now, a new national survey is aiming to help change the experiences of those living with dementia. Launched via StepUp for Dementia Research and coordinated by the University of Canberra on behalf of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the Living with Dementia Survey aims to collect insights from more than 2000 people living with dementia, as well as their carers. It's the first time the Australian Government is asking people with dementia directly about their experiences -how they were diagnosed, the care they've received, challenges they've faced, and what they believe needs to change. "This survey came from a critical need to hear directly from people living with dementia, and to learn more about their experiences, challenges and unmet needs," said Professor Yun-Hee Jeon, Director of StepUp for Dementia Research. "When it comes to dementia research, data only tells part of the story. By capturing the firsthand perspectives of people living with dementia, we can uncover more about gaps in care, things like social isolation or accessibility issues, that might otherwise go unnoticed in other studies." The survey will run from May to November 2025 and involves a confidential 60-minute phone interview. StepUp for Dementia Research is especially keen to hear from people in regional and rural areas, who have historically been underrepresented in dementia research and often face additional barriers to care. "We encourage anyone living with dementia and their carers to participate, as your voices will shape more person-centred care and services responsive to the needs of people living with dementia," says Yun-Hee. "Every survey response can help drive policy changes and innovative care models. This isn't just data, it's a roadmap for a more inclusive, supportive future for Australians living with dementia." For Bobby, participating in the survey is not just an opportunity-it's a responsibility, and a way to provide hope that future generations will see better dementia services and care. "There's still so much decision-makers get wrong [about dementia]. There are so many different types of dementia, there are different stages. There's the stereotype of what we're supposed to look like, how we're supposed to behave, and what's supposed to be wrong with us. People assume it's just about memory, but it's not for many of us," said Bobby. "They need to recognise that we're all different, and we present differently. They need to see it as not just a statistic, not just data, that we're individuals, that we're human beings." And she hopes others will join her. "If we can get a really wide view from 2,000 people living with dementia on what it's like and what their issues are and how to work with them, it's just going to make such a difference to how things are done," says Bobby. "It's that information can make the difference, not only to the person that completes the survey, but to the hundreds of thousands of people out there living with dementia. We can make things better for them." This is branded content for StepUp for Dementia Research. At 64, Bobby Redman was a busy psychologist in Sydney, juggling 60-hour work weeks, clients, interns, travel and a busy social calendar. Life was full until subtle shifts began to unravel the rhythm of her days. "I started really struggling to follow conversations, and as a psychologist, that's a pretty important part of the role. I was having to write a lot more notes, and then my actual paperwork was getting behind," said Bobby. "I was a very organised person, but suddenly I was finding it really difficult to organise myself." Bobby initially attributed the changes to burnout. But as things worsened post-retirement, close friends back in the UK noticed something deeper was wrong. "They were saying, 'You're not the Bobby we know'," she said. After initial pushback from her GP, Bobby persisted with seeing a neurologist, eventually receiving an official diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia in 2015. The diagnosis understandably came as a shock and has changed Bobby's life dramatically, from struggling with organisation and sequencing, to having trouble following conversations. But it also set her on a new path. "I started to think I either give up and sit at home and do nothing, or I'm going to kick myself into gear and give it a purpose and do something about it," she said. And that's exactly what she did. Bobby, now 76, lives independently on the Central Coast of New South Wales. She manages many of the day-to-day challenges of dementia with the help of technology and pre-recorded prompts. Despite the challenges, Bobby has become a powerful voice in dementia advocacy, speaking publicly, advising researchers, and helping to run dementia-friendly initiatives. Her experience brings a human face to the realities often hidden behind the statistics. There are more than 433,300 Australians currently living with dementia, and dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia, the leading cause for women. Now, a new national survey is aiming to help change the experiences of those living with dementia. Launched via StepUp for Dementia Research and coordinated by the University of Canberra on behalf of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the Living with Dementia Survey aims to collect insights from more than 2000 people living with dementia, as well as their carers. It's the first time the Australian Government is asking people with dementia directly about their experiences -how they were diagnosed, the care they've received, challenges they've faced, and what they believe needs to change. "This survey came from a critical need to hear directly from people living with dementia, and to learn more about their experiences, challenges and unmet needs," said Professor Yun-Hee Jeon, Director of StepUp for Dementia Research. "When it comes to dementia research, data only tells part of the story. By capturing the firsthand perspectives of people living with dementia, we can uncover more about gaps in care, things like social isolation or accessibility issues, that might otherwise go unnoticed in other studies." The survey will run from May to November 2025 and involves a confidential 60-minute phone interview. StepUp for Dementia Research is especially keen to hear from people in regional and rural areas, who have historically been underrepresented in dementia research and often face additional barriers to care. "We encourage anyone living with dementia and their carers to participate, as your voices will shape more person-centred care and services responsive to the needs of people living with dementia," says Yun-Hee. "Every survey response can help drive policy changes and innovative care models. This isn't just data, it's a roadmap for a more inclusive, supportive future for Australians living with dementia." For Bobby, participating in the survey is not just an opportunity-it's a responsibility, and a way to provide hope that future generations will see better dementia services and care. "There's still so much decision-makers get wrong [about dementia]. There are so many different types of dementia, there are different stages. There's the stereotype of what we're supposed to look like, how we're supposed to behave, and what's supposed to be wrong with us. People assume it's just about memory, but it's not for many of us," said Bobby. "They need to recognise that we're all different, and we present differently. They need to see it as not just a statistic, not just data, that we're individuals, that we're human beings." And she hopes others will join her. "If we can get a really wide view from 2,000 people living with dementia on what it's like and what their issues are and how to work with them, it's just going to make such a difference to how things are done," says Bobby. "It's that information can make the difference, not only to the person that completes the survey, but to the hundreds of thousands of people out there living with dementia. We can make things better for them."
The Advertiser
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Industry must step up to fund research: Shorten
Industry needs to "lift its game" in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday evening, the former federal Labor leader said in a world with competing priorities for resources, higher education had to explain the benefits of the sector. "The world doesn't owe us at universities a living, we have to make the case," he said. "When universities go to governments, they say, 'We're very good people, fund us'. "That doesn't work any more. "A lot of Australians don't know what universities do." Mr Shorten, now the vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra, said a discussion with industry was needed about them paying for more of higher education. "Industry needs to lift its game in this country. If you want an R&D (research and development) budget, how about you spend some money?" he said. Mr Shorten said universities had to go beyond marketing themselves and ensure they prevented wage theft, in addition to giving domestic and international students a quality experience. "If you want to convince politicians, perhaps you need to convince the people," he said. The former cabinet minister quit politics after a 17-year career in federal parliament, deciding not to contest the May 3 federal election. Mr Shorten held the inner-Melbourne seat of Maribyrnong since 2007, and stepped aside as Labor Party leader in 2019 after he lost the election to the coalition under the leadership of Scott Morrison. Industry needs to "lift its game" in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday evening, the former federal Labor leader said in a world with competing priorities for resources, higher education had to explain the benefits of the sector. "The world doesn't owe us at universities a living, we have to make the case," he said. "When universities go to governments, they say, 'We're very good people, fund us'. "That doesn't work any more. "A lot of Australians don't know what universities do." Mr Shorten, now the vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra, said a discussion with industry was needed about them paying for more of higher education. "Industry needs to lift its game in this country. If you want an R&D (research and development) budget, how about you spend some money?" he said. Mr Shorten said universities had to go beyond marketing themselves and ensure they prevented wage theft, in addition to giving domestic and international students a quality experience. "If you want to convince politicians, perhaps you need to convince the people," he said. The former cabinet minister quit politics after a 17-year career in federal parliament, deciding not to contest the May 3 federal election. Mr Shorten held the inner-Melbourne seat of Maribyrnong since 2007, and stepped aside as Labor Party leader in 2019 after he lost the election to the coalition under the leadership of Scott Morrison. Industry needs to "lift its game" in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday evening, the former federal Labor leader said in a world with competing priorities for resources, higher education had to explain the benefits of the sector. "The world doesn't owe us at universities a living, we have to make the case," he said. "When universities go to governments, they say, 'We're very good people, fund us'. "That doesn't work any more. "A lot of Australians don't know what universities do." Mr Shorten, now the vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra, said a discussion with industry was needed about them paying for more of higher education. "Industry needs to lift its game in this country. If you want an R&D (research and development) budget, how about you spend some money?" he said. Mr Shorten said universities had to go beyond marketing themselves and ensure they prevented wage theft, in addition to giving domestic and international students a quality experience. "If you want to convince politicians, perhaps you need to convince the people," he said. The former cabinet minister quit politics after a 17-year career in federal parliament, deciding not to contest the May 3 federal election. Mr Shorten held the inner-Melbourne seat of Maribyrnong since 2007, and stepped aside as Labor Party leader in 2019 after he lost the election to the coalition under the leadership of Scott Morrison. Industry needs to "lift its game" in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday evening, the former federal Labor leader said in a world with competing priorities for resources, higher education had to explain the benefits of the sector. "The world doesn't owe us at universities a living, we have to make the case," he said. "When universities go to governments, they say, 'We're very good people, fund us'. "That doesn't work any more. "A lot of Australians don't know what universities do." Mr Shorten, now the vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra, said a discussion with industry was needed about them paying for more of higher education. "Industry needs to lift its game in this country. If you want an R&D (research and development) budget, how about you spend some money?" he said. Mr Shorten said universities had to go beyond marketing themselves and ensure they prevented wage theft, in addition to giving domestic and international students a quality experience. "If you want to convince politicians, perhaps you need to convince the people," he said. The former cabinet minister quit politics after a 17-year career in federal parliament, deciding not to contest the May 3 federal election. Mr Shorten held the inner-Melbourne seat of Maribyrnong since 2007, and stepped aside as Labor Party leader in 2019 after he lost the election to the coalition under the leadership of Scott Morrison.
Perth Now
13-05-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Industry must step up to fund research: Shorten
Industry needs to "lift its game" in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday evening, the former federal Labor leader said in a world with competing priorities for resources, higher education had to explain the benefits of the sector. "The world doesn't owe us at universities a living, we have to make the case," he said. "When universities go to governments, they say, 'We're very good people, fund us'. "That doesn't work any more. "A lot of Australians don't know what universities do." Mr Shorten, now the vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra, said a discussion with industry was needed about them paying for more of higher education. "Industry needs to lift its game in this country. If you want an R&D (research and development) budget, how about you spend some money?" he said. Mr Shorten said universities had to go beyond marketing themselves and ensure they prevented wage theft, in addition to giving domestic and international students a quality experience. "If you want to convince politicians, perhaps you need to convince the people," he said. The former cabinet minister quit politics after a 17-year career in federal parliament, deciding not to contest the May 3 federal election. Mr Shorten held the inner-Melbourne seat of Maribyrnong since 2007, and stepped aside as Labor Party leader in 2019 after he lost the election to the coalition under the leadership of Scott Morrison.
