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What was Bill Shorten's first ministerial role?

  • Assistant Treasurer

  • Minister for Health

  • Minister for Defence

  • Minister for Education

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Bill Shorten's first ministerial role was Assistant Treasurer. This role involved assisting the Treasurer in managing the Australian economy, including developing and implementing fiscal policy. Shorten held this position from 2010 to 2013, during which time he was responsible for a range of economic initiatives, including the establishment of the Future Fund and the introduction of a carbon tax.
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