Lisa Darmanin (Victoria, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

My question is to the Minister for Women, Senator Gallagher. Today the Albanese Labor government delivered on its promise and introduced a bill to pay superannuation on paid parental leave—an issue very close to my heart. The government is removing yet another financial barrier for parents, predominantly mothers, who take time out of the workforce to care for their children. With the government scheme reaching 24 weeks next year as the super payment comes online, this scheme will make a real difference to parents in retirement. Minister, can you please explain why the government has taken the decision to provide super on paid parental leave and how it will benefit Australian families?