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Wednesday, March 14, 2007

International Women's Day

The image “http://vic.amieu.asn.au/images/upload/607.jpg” cannot be displayed, because it contains errors.Hundreds of women and men rallied in Melbourne to celebrate International Women's Day. With speakers such as Sharan Burrows and Julia Gillard, what women wouldn't be proud of our achievements. Jane Cliffton did a fine job as MC and fun was had by all. Many of the speakers outlined the negative effect that the IR laws have had on women.

It should also be noted that men also came out and supported women in the celebrations of the day.

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