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SBS50: Fast Facts 1981

Former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser in 1981.

Former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser in 1981.

SBS50: Fast Facts
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Did you know that, in 1981, Australia’s economy was booming, supported by tariff cuts and a unique wage accord with unions which banned industrial conflict.

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