Thursday 19 June 2008

Gough's birthday bash and fundraiser

The Whitlam Institute, at the University of Western Sydney, will mark the 92nd birthday of former prime minister, Gough Whitlam, at a major fundraising event to support and expand the work of the Whitlam Institute within the university. The institute is a leading national centre for dialogue and debate on public policy, working to strengthen discussion and enrich policy development in Australia. It also houses the Prime Ministerial Collection of Mr Whitlam's personal papers and memorabilia. Senator John Faulkner, Special Minister of State and Cabinet Secretary, will be the keynote speaker. Other attendees include Bob Hawke, Barry Jones, Bob Debus as well as representatives from News Limited, Linfox, Bradcorp and Foxtel. A luncheon will be held at Museum of Contemporary Art Foundation Hall, Circular Quay West, at noon, on July 11. Cost $300. Phone (02) 9685 9187 or http://www.whitlam.org/

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