Mark Donaldson, VC on Australia’s progress
Posted on 19 September 2011
Mark Donaldson, VC recipient of the Victoria Cross for Australia and Young Australian of the Year 2010, tells us what Australia's progress means to him.
The views expressed in this opinion piece are the personal views of the individuals concerned and they do not represent the views of the ABS. The intention of this opinion piece is to generate debate and discussion about how Australians view progress. These views will assist the ABS in measuring progress in the future. The ABS continues to be independent and objective.
The transcript:
1. What does the phrase “Australia’s progress” mean to you?
I think simply to me it means where we were and where we are now but probably more importantly where we are going to be in the future, not just in the prosperity of the country but across all the facets of Australian life. For more click here
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Mark Donaldson, VC recipient of the Victoria Cross for Australia and Young Australian of the Year 2010, tells us what Australia's progress means to him.
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The views expressed in this opinion piece are the personal views of the individuals concerned and they do not represent the views of the ABS. The intention of this opinion piece is to generate debate and discussion about how Australians view progress. These views will assist the ABS in measuring progress in the future. The ABS continues to be independent and objective.
The transcript:
1. What does the phrase “Australia’s progress” mean to you?
I think simply to me it means where we were and where we are now but probably more importantly where we are going to be in the future, not just in the prosperity of the country but across all the facets of Australian life. For more click here
Return to Home
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