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The roll of Sr John was to see that Australia was ruled by a government the could function. The Whitlam Government could not function due to the fact that the appropriation bill did not get past. The option that he faced was does he let Australia come to a full STOP or would he put it to the Democratic vote by the people. He made up his mind with the belief that the people were the only rightful ones to answer the question. They the people had that right to decide in a democracy vote. That is what he did the right thing by the people.The significance of this dismissal was it showed up the arrogance of the labour party and its understanding of the people. they were sent to the corner to sulk.
The people had spoken, after that the people became apathetic to politics and politicians there for losing their rights one at a time until the present day were their now longer had control of governments.
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∙ 15y agoEdward Gough Whitlam became the 21st Prime Minister of Australia on 2 December 1972. It was the first ALP electoral victory since 1946. The Whitlam government embarked on a massive legislative social reform program which was forward-thinking and progressive in many ways. Whilst initially popular, the rapid reforms made the nation cautious, and the economy was beset by high inflation combined with economic stagnation.
These conditions were the catalyst to the Australian constitutional crisis of 1975. The opposition Liberal-National Country Party coalition held a majority in the Senate, the upper house of Parliament. In an unprecedented move, the Senate deferred voting on bills that appropriated funds for government expenditure, attempting to force the Prime Minister to dissolve the House of Representatives and call an election. The Whitlam government ignored the warnings, and sought alternative means of appropriating the funds it needed to repay huge debts. With Whitlam unable to secure the necessary funds, the Governor-General, Sir John Kerr, dismissed Whitlam as Prime Minister on 11 November 1975, and appointed Liberal opposition leader Malcolm Fraser as caretaker Prime Minister.
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∙ 12y agothe impact was big that's for sure, otherwise why would it be in my history assignment?
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How did Gough Whitlam's dismissal affect Australian society?
The dismissal of Whitlam affected Australian society in 2 main ways. One is that it sparked a revival of the republican movement in Australia and two it reminded Australian's that we actually do have a constitution, that we are ultimately governed by the monarchy, and the executive powers of the country lie with the governor-general who is not voted in by public vote like the PM but by a suggestion from the PM which is than approved by the monarch, ie the Queen.
What political party was Gough Whitlam in?
Gough Whitlam was the leader of the Australian Labour Party.
Which Australian prime minister resigned?
William McMahon was the Australian Prime Minister for most of 1972, serving until 5 December, after which Edward "Gough" Whitlam became Prime Minister. Whitlam then served until his dismissal in November 1975.
Who was sir john kerr and what role did he play in the dismissal?
Sir John kerr was the 18th Governor general of Australia who was selected by Edward Gough Whitlam! On the 11th November (Rememberance Day) 1975, Sir John Kerr made Australian history when he dismissed Edward Gough Whitlam (Australian Prime Minister 1972-1975) of his role and duty as P.M of Australia on the Parliament steps. Edward Gough Whitlam belonged to the Labor party. vguthjgniygfjkhlgvjkhnghvbniulkhgvhbnul this is a crap web site
Who ended the white Australian Policy?
Gouth Whitlam
What was the role of John Kerr in the dismissal of the Whitlam Government?
To help you discover the answer, see the Web Links to the left.
What was Gough Whitlam's famous speech?
The main parts of Whitlam's 'God Save the Queen' speech can be seen on the web link to the left. Also, you can listen to it at the second link, 'Whitlam Dismissal - Sound and Video Archives'. On the web link page, scroll down to the 'Whitlam's Kerr's Cur' line. There is a lot of other information there as well.
When did gough whitlam end conscription?
The Australian draft (conscription) ended in December 1972.
How old was gough whitlam when he entered politics?
he was 23 years old :) he was PM from 1972 to 1975
What Australian pm got fired?
Depends how you define 'fired' The most famous case was the Whitlam dismissal in 1975 when the Governor General, Sir John Kerr dismissed the Whitlam government and installed the opposition as caretaker government. Hughes, Menzies, Gorton, Hawke and Rudd were removed as Prime Minister through a party room vote (as the leader of the party in government becomes the PM, the party can change it without election)
A major policy of Gough Whitlam in post-war?
After achieving government in 1972, Gough Whitlam and the Australian Labour Party set about the establishment a national health care system, currently known as Medicare.
What was the impact of the 1970s in shaping Australian identity?
Australian perspectives on immigration, war, sexual morality, the role of women and the environment were undergoing radical change. In 1974, the White Australia Policy was scrapped. Throughout the decade, women won the right to equal pay and maternity leave and Indigenous peoples made progress on land rights. In 1972, Australian troops were withdrawn from Vietnam and in 1975; the nation was rocked by the dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam
