CHIEF Minister Katy Gallagher has paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Labor figure Gough Whitlam.
“Gough Whitlam was a great reformer and an inspiring leader, who leaves a remarkable legacy,” Katy said.
“Gough Whitlam was a statesman who changed our country for the better and set a high standard for all of us in public life, not just those on the progressive side of politics.
“He led our nation at a time of great change and wasted no time in making his mark on Australia.
“He will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with his family at this time,” the Chief Minister concluded.
“Whitlam1955” by “Photo supplied by Mr Whitlam 28.1.1955; Whitlam, Edward Gough (ALP) Werriwa (NSW) 12th ed; Return to Parliamentary Library Canberra” –On reverse. – http://www.nla.gov.au/apps/cdview?pi=nla.pic-vn3512807&fullrecord=yes&referercode=pc. Licensed under Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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