Former prime minister John Gorton's private secretary, Ainsley Gotto, has died in Sydney aged 71. Her appointment to the position attracted heavy media attention at the time, amid rumours she and Mr Gorton were romantically involved.
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Ainsley Gotto, a focus of media in Gorton times, dies
Sydney, May 31, 2002 John Gorton's private secretary Ainsley Gotto and Peter Costello at state memorial service for Sir John Gorton . Source: AAP
Former prime minister John Gorton's private secretary, Ainsley Gotto, has died in Sydney aged 71. Her appointment to the position attracted heavy media attention at the time, amid rumours she and Mr Gorton were romantically involved.
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