Kate Ellis
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‘It made me live with more purpose’: The turning point in Kate Ellis’ life
Plus the author and former politician discusses her upbringing, career and the men who have influenced her.
- Jane Rocca
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- CBD
- City life
Sex, lies and question time: Spotlight back on the Canberra bubble
Kate Ellis remembers the time she was told: ‘The only thing anyone really wants to know ... is how many blokes you had to f--- to get into Parliament.’
- Samantha Hutchinson and Stephen Brook
'It affects all Australians': Former MP Kate Ellis calls for reform to improve gender equality in Parliament
Former Labor MP Kate Ellis is calling for urgent reform in Parliament, warning female staffers often don't complain about inappropriate behaviour because they fear hurting the party's reputation or harming their own ambitions for a political career.
- Jennifer Duke
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- Sexism
Women from all sides tell Kate Ellis what really happens in politics
Ten years after Julia Gillard's election as prime minister, sexist comments about Gabrielle Williams have renewed focus on the treatment of female parliamentarians.
- Wendy Tuohy