The Journal of Australian Ceramics Vol 52 No 1 April 2013
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Tribute to Janet Mansfield<br />
PRIME MINISTER<br />
CANBERRA<br />
MESSAGE FROM PRIME MINISTER TULIA GILLARD<br />
IN MEMORIAM<br />
JANET MANSFIELD OAM<br />
1934 - <strong>2013</strong><br />
On behalf <strong>of</strong> the Goverrunent and people <strong>of</strong> Australia, I pay a sincere and<br />
respectful tribute to the la te Janet Mansfield.<br />
I did not have the privilege <strong>of</strong> knowing Ms Mansfield as you all did, but I do<br />
appreciate the high esteem in which she was held, and can only imagine the<br />
gap her passing has left among her family and many friends.<br />
Janet Mansfield's long and distinguished life saw her rise to the peak <strong>of</strong> her<br />
chosen field <strong>of</strong> ceramics and represent our country with passion and flair,<br />
putting <strong>Australian</strong> ceramics firmly on the international stage.<br />
Today you remember a woman <strong>of</strong> fine intelligence, creative depth and<br />
generosity <strong>of</strong> spirit who is justly regarded as an international treasure.<br />
I join you in acknowledging Janet's exceptional contribution as an artist, author,<br />
cultural leader and teacher. She leaves a powerful legacy not only in her art<br />
and her writings but in the love and respect you will continue to feel for her.<br />
Thank you for allowing me to share these words <strong>of</strong> farewell to a wonderful<br />
<strong>Australian</strong>. Vale Janet Mansfield.<br />
nourable Julia Gillard MP<br />
Pr' e Minister <strong>of</strong> Australia<br />
4 THE JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIAN CERAMICS APRIL <strong>2013</strong>
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