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Brett Lethbridge
The fallout from allegations of sexual assault by Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins, and the very public criticism of the Prime Minister by former Australia Post CEO Christine Holgate captured the front pages. Brett Lethbridge points out that unacceptable attitudes towards women will continue to be brought to light by the media.
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