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Paid Parental Leave introduced
The Federal Government introduced a Paid Parental Leave scheme to provide greater financial support to families, increase workforce participation, and promote early childhood development.
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The National Women’s Advisory Council was established
The National Women’s Advisory Council was established as a new channel of communication between the Women’s Affairs Branch of the Federal Government and the wider community of women. Chaired by Beryl Beaurepaire, its members included Aboriginal, migrant, rural and trade … Continue reading
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Supporting Mother’s Benefit introduced
In 1973 supporting mother’s benefit was introduced for single mothers not entitled to widow’s pension. The new benefit was payable after a six-month waiting period, during which time the States remained responsible for the single mother’s income support under the … Continue reading
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The Female Eunuch is published
In 1970, an Australian author, Germaine Greer, wrote a bestselling book that helped define women’s rights around the world. In the early 1970s, a woman’s role in society was still set by male expectations. While women were expected to work … Continue reading
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