FOR MEDIA 10 March 1985
The President of Ireland, His Excellency Dr Patrick Hillery, will
make a State Visit to Australia from Monday, May 27 to Monday,
June 10, 1985 at the invitation of the Governor-General, Sir
Ninian Stephen. The President will be accompanied by Mrs Hillery.
President Hillery ' s visit to Australia will be the first by a Head
of State of Ireland. The Australian Government warmly welcomes
the visit as a mark of the very strong traditional and historical
ties between Australia and Ireland.
The large community of Irish origin in Australia has made an.
outstanding contribution to the development of this country. The
President's visit will be a timely manifestation of the
relationship that exists between the two countries.
It is planned that Dr Hillery will visit all States, the Northern
Territory and Canberra. Details of the itinerary and program will
be announced following consultation with State authorities.
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Hawke, Robert
Period of Service: 11/03/1983 - 20/12/1991
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