To have been the first woman premier of Victoria was not only a great opportunity but also a great chance to say to the young women of Victoria - Liberal or Labor - 'You can do it, too.' Joan Kirner chancegreatlabor Change image and share on social
A lot of young women ask me, 'Can you go into politics and maintain your ideals?' Well, I think you can. You might not, in any one interview, tell the whole truth, but to deliberately deceive the public who've elected you is totally unacceptable. Joan Kirner deceivedeliberatelyelect share on social
Mum was an absolutely determined woman. She was determined I would have a good education, and they went without all sorts of things to ensure it. Joan Kirner absolutelydetermineeducation Change image and share on social
I've never had any problem with criticism. I've given a lot, and I've copped a lot. But I believe I've got a role to play by insisting that women be judged by their contribution - not somebody's view of what they should be about. Joan Kirner contributioncopcriticism share on social
Isn't that what we come into politics for? To say to people: 'You can do it, too - there is a chance to serve your community. There is a chance to shape it co-operatively and democratically, without fear or favour.' And that is what I tried to do. Joan Kirner chancecommunitydemocratically share on social