CANBERRA, ACT, Nov. 21 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:
Distinguished guests
Friends
It is a great honour to be here at Freedom Park.
A place dedicated to commemorating those who have fought for a free and democratic South Africa.
And to fostering understanding and reconciliation between all peoples.
Today, we pay tribute to three Australians who embodied these causes - former Prime Ministers Bob Hawke and Malcolm Fraser, and former diplomat Bruce Haigh.
In recognition of their courage and commitment, their names will forever be inscribed here on this Wall.
Malcolm Fraser knew that dividing us by race, diminished us all.
As Prime Minister of Australia, he condemned prejudice - and he backed his...