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flag Sir Anthony Mason, a pivotal Australian jurist who shaped native title law and advised on Whitlam’s 1975 dismissal, has died at 100.

flag Sir Anthony Mason, a leading Australian jurist who served 23 years on the High Court including eight as chief justice, has died at 100. flag He played a key role in the landmark Mabo decision, which recognized native title for Indigenous Australians. flag Later revelations showed he advised the Governor-General in 1975 on the dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, a move that sparked lasting controversy. flag Despite this, he was widely respected for his integrity, intellect, and lasting impact on Australian law.

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