Kate McGrath Responds to Comments Regarding Working Mothers in Leadership
Read the full statement of Cr Kate McGrath in response to the “working mum” comment made by Cr Rob Hooke, republished with permission.


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Kate McGrath Responds to Comments Regarding Working Mothers in Leadership
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