Barton Lecture
The Barton Lecture, first presented by the University of Newcastle in 2008 was established to explore Australian politics and constitutional issues. The lecture is held to honour Sir Edmund Barton, one of the founding fathers of the Constitution and the first Prime Minister of Australia who was elected to the seat of Hunter in 1901.
2012
| 2012 Speaker: |
The Hon. Malcolm Turnbull MP |
| Topic: |
To be Confirmed |
| When: |
Friday 19 October, 5.45pm for 6pm at Newcastle City Hall |
2011
| 2011 Speaker: |
Professor Geoff Gallop |
| Topic: |
In Defence of Multiculturalism |
| When: |
Wednesday 30 March, 5.45pm for 6pm at Newcastle City Hall |
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Images from 2011 Barton Lecture
2010
| 2010 Speaker: | The Hon. Bob Carr |
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| Topic: | Populate and Perish - Things have Changed |
| The Honourable Bob Carr, the longest serving Premierin NSW history, retiring from politics in 2005 after over 10 years as Premier discussed the impact of population on Australia's future. |
