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Speeches by Hugh de Kretser

Speeches, statements, articles and opinion pieces by President Hugh de Kretser.

President's message | February 2026

Human rights
Opinion piece
1 February 2026

One key Australian human rights failing is attracting global attention

Opinion piece
29 January 2026

Opening Statement on Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026

Human rights
Speech
14 January 2026

For the common good: Climate justice begins with human rights

Climate change
Opinion piece
7 November 2025

National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Speech
30 October 2025

Building bridges: Advancing refugee protection in a divided world

Asylum seekers and refugees
Speech
23 October 2025

President's message | October 2025

Human rights
Opinion piece
3 October 2025

Alan Missen Oration 2025

Human rights
Speech
26 August 2025

Achieving stronger legal human rights protections in Australia

Human rights
Speech
25 July 2025

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