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Amanda Stoker Sworn in as Queensland’s Child Safety and Domestic Violence Minister
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Core Event: Cabinet Reshuffle and New Portfolios
On October 24, 2026, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli announced that Oodgeroo MP Amanda Stoker will replace Amanda Camm as minister for child safety, domestic and family violence, families, seniors and disability services. Stoker, a former federal senator and assistant minister for finance, trade, employment and training, was sworn in at Government House alongside Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie and new assistant finance minister Natalie Marr.
Background & Context
Amanda Camm stepped down after six weeks of sick leave following major surgery and scrutiny over conditions in child-safety residential facilities and cuts to domestic-family-violence (DFV) prevention funding. The LNP’s 2024 victory had left the child-safety portfolio under intense public pressure, prompting the premier to reshuffle the cabinet to address “hard things” in the sector.
Official Statements & Responses
Premier Crisafulli said the government will not enter the next election without children being adopted out of residential care, linking the appointment to that goal. He emphasized improving call-answer rates for the state’s domestic-violence hotline and maintaining opposition to federal NDIS reforms. Crisafulli added that no further cabinet changes are planned before the 2028 election, describing Stoker’s new responsibilities as a “tough job” that she is “up to”.
Stoker affirmed that keeping anyone experiencing domestic and family violence safe will be a priority for her ministry.
Criticism & Opposition
Opposition Leader Steven Miles criticised the choice, labeling Stoker a “far-right spear-thrower” and arguing that a more senior MP should have been appointed, warning that the lack of experience could delay urgent reforms.
Shadow Child Safety Minister Corrine McMillan said Camm left the two portfolios “in an absolute mess” and warned that women and children are “more at risk than ever”.
Queensland Council of Social Service CEO Aimee McVeigh thanked Camm for her service and urged Stoker to renew focus on families amid rising cost-of-living pressures.
Data & Statistics
The Women’s Safety and Justice Taskforce has issued almost 300 recommendations for reform; Stoker was asked for an update on progress and responded that the issue will receive her attention as a priority.
Verbatim Quotes
- “David Crisafulli's government has a problem with women and Amanda Stoker will only make it worse.” — Steven Miles
- “It requires a commitment to generational change, an openness to innovation and sustained investment in specialist services,” — Ms Arnost, violence alliance CEO
- “I don’t think it’s a shock to say this is a difficult area in which to work,” — Amanda Stoker
- “It’s a tough job, but she’s up to it … and she’s got the pedigree that shows that she can do the job,” — Premier David Crisafulli
What’s Next
Premier Crisafulli indicated that the cabinet will remain unchanged until the 2028 state election. He expects measurable improvements in child adoption rates from residential care and continued pressure on the domestic-violence hotline, while Stoker’s ministry will be tasked with advancing the implementation of the Women’s Safety and Justice Taskforce recommendations.