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Prof Newnham wins in the 2020 AOTY Awards

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“By the end of the year, Australia will have a program in place to significantly reduce the rate of preterm birth” - Professor John Newnham, 2020 Senior Australian of the Year

In recognition of a life dedicated to saving and improving the lives of women, infants and families, Professor John Newnham, has been named as the 2020 Senior Australian of the Year.

Professor Newnham was recognised along with other national winners as part of the awards ceremony at the National Arboretum in Canberra on the eve of Australia Day 2020.

Watch the Prime Minister annouce Prof Newnham's win and his acceptance speech here.

 
In recognition of a life dedicated to saving and improving the lives of women, infants and families, Professor John Newnham, has been named as the 2020 Senior Australian of the Year.

Professor Newnham was recognised along with other national winners as part of the awards ceremony at the National Arboretum in Canberra on the eve of Australia Day 2020.

Watch the Prime Minister annouce Prof Newnham's win and his acceptance speech here.


 
Prof Newnham wins in the 2020 AOTY Awards

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