National Cabinet meeting

Media release
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
Prime Minister

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National Cabinet will next meet in Brisbane on 16 August 2023.

The key priority for the meeting is to discuss progress on housing and planning reforms, including proposals to increase housing supply and affordability.

Consistent with National Cabinet’s 2023 priorities, First Ministers will also discuss health reform ahead of a dedicated health meeting planned for later in 2023.

Quotes attributable to Prime Minister Albanese:

“I am looking forward to meeting with First Ministers this month for positive and constructive discussions on Australia’s national priorities.

“Our key priority for this meeting is increasing housing supply and affordability across Australia.