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‘Ambush’: Gough Whitlam’s Bizarre Decision to Have Steak Lunch at the Lodge After Sacking

Governor-General Sir John Kerr used constitutional reserve powers to resolve a budget deadlock, appointing Malcolm Fraser caretaker prime minister, marking Australia's only government dismissal.

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Moments after being sacked, former PM Gough Whitlam made a “crazy” decision that haunted one broadcaster for years and still has politicians today stumped.

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ABC Australia broke the news in Australia on Monday, November 10, 2025.
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