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WWDA wins Australian Human Rights Award
WWDA was named the National Winner of the Australian Human Rights Award. The judges were impressed by the broad base of WWDA’s work and influence and the range of methods used to advocate for women living with disabilities, from lobbying … Continue reading
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The Hon Jackie Kelly MP became the first woman to give birth while serving as a Federal Government Minister
The Hon Jackie Kelly MP became the first woman to give birth while serving as a Federal Government Minister
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First female Australian scientists to work at the South Pole – Jessica Dempsey and Jill Rathbourne
In January 2000, two female graduates of the University of New South Wales, Jessica Dempsey and Jill Rathbourne, became the first female Australian scientists to work at the South Pole.
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Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Act introduced
The Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Act 1999 came into effect. The Act required a range of organisations with more than 100 people to establish a workplace program to remove the barriers to women entering and advancing in … Continue reading
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Carla Zampatti was the first woman to be appointed as Chair of the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS).
Carla Zampatti was the first woman to be appointed as Chair of the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS).
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First paralympian to be named Australian Athlete of the Year –Louise Sauvage
Louise Sauvage became the first Paralympian to be named Australian Athlete of the Year.
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Lowitja O’Donoghue honoured
Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue, was awarded the CBE, AM for public service and leadership to Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
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Hockeyroos became the most successful side in the history of women’s world hockey
The Hockeyroos became the most successful side in the history of women’s hockey after winning their eighth consecutive major title.
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Partnerships Against Domestic Violence (PADV) begins
A Commonwealth program called Partnerships Against Domestic Violence (PADV) committed $50 million dollars for research and resources over a six-year period to 2003. The PADV program was announced by the then Prime Minister, the Hon John Howard MP, in November … Continue reading
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New gun control legislation introduced
Australia’s gun control legislative reform in response to the 1996 Port Arthur massacre was a significant shift in public policy with increased community safety as an objective. Women’s groups in Australia welcomed the legislative reform, which was seen to also … Continue reading
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