PRIME MNISTER
FOR MEDIA 17 AUGUST 1988
Her Majesty's announcement of the resignation of Sir Ninian
Stephen as Governor-General of Australia marks the end of a
distinguished term of service by a most highly respected
Australian in this high office.
on behalf of the Government, I place on record our
appreciation of Sir Ninian.' s service to his country and our
deep respect for the outstanding way in which he has c~ rried
out his duties. He has pursued a demanding task with
vigour and energy, combined with good humour and dignity.
The office of Governor-General has, during his occupancy,
enjoyed wide recognition and regard throughout the
community. Sir Ninian will be relinquishing his appointment after
nearly seven years in office. It was a measure of our
admiration for the contribution he was making that the
Government asked if he would be willing to extend his term
for a period of almost 2 years in order to continue in
office through the bicentennial year. Sir Ninian will step
down with the good wishes of us all and our earnest hope
that he and Lady Stephen will continue to enjoy health and
happiness in the years ahead.
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Hawke, Robert
Period of Service: 11/03/1983 - 20/12/1991
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Release Date:
17/08/1988
Release Type:
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