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SBS50: Fast Facts 2005

AUSTRALIA OBIT HORNE

Donald Horne. Credit: AP

Did you know that in 2005 Sydney-born journalist, writer and social critique Donald Horne died at the age of 84. He is best known for his critical evaluation of Australian society in his book "The Lucky Country". The famous title has become a popular catchphrase to describe Australia as a nation.


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Did you know that in 2005 Sydney-born journalist, writer and social critique Donald Horne died at the age of 84. He is best known for his critical evaluation of Australian society in his book "The Lucky Country". The famous title has become a popular catchphrase to describe Australia as a nation.


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