Comments made by Prime Minister Scott Morrison during the first leaders debate of the 2022 Federal Election that he and his wife were “blessed” that their children didn’t have disabilities sparked a backlash from community representatives and federal politicians. The Prime Minister’s comments were made in response to a question from a mother of a son with autism who was concerned about cuts to NDIS funding. Mr Morrison replied:

Senator Claire Chandler’s bill to protect women’s sport has been given a boost after receiving the backing of Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who was enthusiastic in his support after the issue was raised by reporters at a press conference yesterday: