Tuesday 21 October 2014

Gough Whitlam dies aged 98; Family says 'loving and generous' father was 'source of inspiration'

Extract from ABC News

Updated
Former Australian prime minister Gough Whitlam has died.
Mr Whitlam led the country through a period of massive social change from 1972 to 1975 before his ousting by governor-general Sir John Kerr.
"Our father, Gough Whitlam, has died this morning at the age of 98," Mr Whitlam's family said in a statement.
"A loving and generous father, he was a source of inspiration to us and our families and for millions of Australians.
"There will be a private cremation and a public memorial service."
More to come.



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