Those living in Adelaide who are keen to understand the political background of the area will probably like to attend a lecture about Donald Dunstan, a previous premier of South Australia.
Dunstan was the premier of South Australia during two periods – from 1967 until 1968 and then from 1970 until 1979. Born in Fiji, he was sent to South Australia as a youngster as it was felt the climate would benefit his health. He was happy to mix with indigenous people and the Indian settlers, which made him unusual at the time.
During his premiership, he was known for his progressive legal, social and cultural reforms which were latterly mirrored by the rest of the country, particularly benefitting minority and ethnic groups, such as the Greek Australians. A long-time admirer of Greek culture and its traditions, Adelaide became known as the Athens of the South during Dunstan’s time in office.
Presented by South Australia’s History Festival in conjunction with Festival Hellenika, the lecture will be presented by speakers who can highlight Dunstan’s innovative policies and how they are still relevant today.
Events that are held in lecture theatres might benefit from poster printing that could be organised locally.
Dunstan’s Children, a lecture, is taking place on Sunday 24th May, from 1pm until 4pm. The venue is the Heztel Lecture Theatre, North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000. Tickets cost $33.08. Tickets sales will benefit the Don Dunstan Foundation.
