Bill Shorten

Bill Shorten, the new vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra and former politician, shares insights on the lucrative world of university leadership. He discusses his shift from hopes of prime minister to a salary that could surpass the PM's by threefold. The conversation dives into the high remuneration of vice-chancellors and their increasing reliance on international student fees due to government funding cuts. Shorten addresses the challenges in Australian higher education, the impact of policy changes, and the growing corporate influence on universities.

Bill Shorten, a former Australian politician and opposition leader, discusses his resignation from politics after nearly two decades, culminating a long-held dream of becoming prime minister. Alongside Erik Jensen, editor-in-chief of Schwartz Media, they reflect on Shorten’s legacy, particularly the impactful National Disability Insurance Scheme. They delve into the emotional fallout of Shorten's electoral defeats and the intricate balance of his reformist ambitions versus public perception, shaping a complex narrative of his political journey.