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“Because the time has come, well and truly come, for all peoples of our great country, for all citizens of our great commonwealth, for all Australians - those who are indigenous and those who are not - to come together to reconcile and together build a new future for our nation.”

Quote by Kevin Rudd

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Kevin Rudd is a former Prime Minister of Australia, born on September 21, 1957. He served as the 26th Prime Minister of Australia from 2007 to 2010 and again from 2013 to 2014. Known for his focus on climate change and Asia-Pacific engagement, Rudd has a background in international relations and has held various diplomatic roles. more

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