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It is a great honour to be here at Freedom Park.

A place dedicated to commemorating those who have fought for a free and democratic South Africa.

And to fostering understanding and reconciliation between all peoples.

Today, we pay tribute to three Australians who embodied these causes — former Prime Ministers Bob Hawke and Malcolm Fraser, and former diplomat Bruce Haigh.

In recognition of their courage and commitment, their names will forever be inscribed here on this Wall.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will today honour three prominent Australians who played an influential role in advocating for the end of apartheid in South Africa.

The names of former Prime Ministers Malcolm Fraser and Bob Hawke, and former diplomat Bruce Haigh, have been inscribed on the Wall of Names in Freedom Park Heritage Site and Museum in Pretoria in recognition of their support for racial equality in South Africa.

JOURNALIST: The Leaders of China and the United States are not attending the G20. Does this undermine the ability of the Summit to achieve a meaningful outcome and do you anticipate a Leaders’ Declaration will be issued at the conclusion of the Summit?

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Well, I'm about to head to the G20 to represent Australia with the world's biggest economies. It’s an opportunity to advance Australia's national interest, to talk about investment. I'll be having bilaterals with colleagues, including Prime Minister Modi of India and it will be an opportunity to put forward Australia's national interest. And one of the things that will happen at the G20 in Johannesburg, no doubt, is that we are the envy of the world.

MARK GIBSON, HOST: Well, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been back in WA this week on his way to the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg. More of a stopover than any major announcements, but there's always plenty to talk about. Prime Minister, welcome back.

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Great to be here, Mark.

GIBSON: You must be the only person flying out of WA. You do realise the Ashes start tomorrow?

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to Johannesburg, South Africa for the annual G20 Leaders' Summit from 20 to 22 November 2025.

The Summit brings together world leaders under South Africa's G20 Presidency and the theme of Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability.

This will be the first time the G20 Leaders' Summit has been held on the African continent.

Discussions at the Summit will focus on advancing inclusive and sustainable growth, reinforcing the G20's contribution to global resilience and championing a fair and just future for all.

OLIVER PETERSON, HOST: Good to have your company here on Perth Live. And standing opposite me in the 6PR studios is the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese. Good to see you.

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Wonderful to be with you, Ollie.

PETERSON: How was Garden Island this morning?

MADELEINE KING, MINISTER FOR RESOURCES AND MEMBER FOR BRAND: Welcome, everybody, to HMAS Stirling here on the remarkable Garden Island here in my home town of Rockingham. I'm really delighted to be here with the Prime Minister, the Deputy Prime Minister, the Minister for Defence Industries, the Premier of Western Australia, and the Minister for Defence Industries as well. And here we are in front of the USS Vermont as part of the SRF West Rotation and the truly nation-building project that is AUKUS.

The Albanese Government is announcing today HIFraser as the first Australian company qualified to supply parts for US Virginia class submarines through the Government-funded Defence Industry Vendor Qualification Program (DIVQ) – supporting advanced manufacturing, creating high-value jobs, and strengthening Australia’s security through the AUKUS partnership.

ROBBIE VON, HOST: The moment has arrived, the Prime Minister has made his way into the building and he joins us on the show right now. Anthony Albanese, hello. Good morning. How you doing?

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. I'm doing very well. It's beautiful day here in Perth.

CARLY PORTCH, HOST: Well, you've been, what is it, 38 times to the state now, just since being Prime Minister.

PRIME MINISTER: I have.