As Australia’s first woman Governor-General, Dame Quentin crowned a career of several firsts as the country expanded access to women. Today, on Commonwealth Day - with its theme of inclusivity - we explore the role of women, the republican challenge to Australia's constitutional framework, pressures on multiculturalism and women's place in global leadership.

<p>As Australia&rsquo;s first woman Governor-General, Dame Quentin crowned a career of several firsts as the country expanded access to women. Today, on Commonwealth Day - with its theme of inclusivity - we explore the role of women, the republican challenge to Australia's constitutional framework, pressures on multiculturalism and women's place in global leadership.</p>

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