The NDIS minister has revealed he already has his next job post-politics lined up.
The NDIS minister will be stepping back in February after serving in his electorate since 2007, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced in Canberra today.READ MORE:"I have asked Bill to remain in cabinet until he departs in February.""Bill has given it everything, every single day - his determination to make a difference, including to the most vulnerable people," Albanese continued.
"I have experienced some extraordinary political highs in the last 17 years. Let's face it, some extraordinary political lows," he said."Because every day I know how lucky I have been to have the privilege to serve the Australian people.""I am thankful to be leaving parliament while there are still some people who want me to stay," he added.
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