Farewell to Labor Legend Graham Richardson
Update: 2025-12-09
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese led a state funeral for Labor stalwart Graham Richardson, who passed away at seventy-six. Richardson, a powerful figure in Australian politics, was honored by political leaders including Deputy PM Richard Marles, former PM Tony Abbott, and One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce. Albanese delivered the eulogy, highlighting Richardsons significant contributions to the Labor Party and Australian governance. Richardson, known for installing Bob Hawke and Paul Keating as Prime Ministers, kept a promise to see his son complete his high school exams before passing away. The funeral was moved from St Mary’s Cathedral to St James’ Church, with Richardsons coffin draped in the Australian flag or St George Dragons flag, as per his familys request.
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