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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald
National
Simon McCarthy

Julia Gillard's path to purpose

Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard was granted an honorary doctorate from the University of Newcastle Wednesday, for her career broadening access to education and advocacy for social inclusion.
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard, pictured here with lord mayor Nuatali Nelmes, was granted an honorary doctorate from the University of Newcastle Wednesday. Picture by lord mayor Nuatali Nelmes

Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard has been conferred an honorary Doctor of Letters by the University of Newcastle, recognising her career of achievements in furthering access to education and championing social inclusion both during her time in office and in her public life outside of government.

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