light on the hill

Etymology
Used by Ben Chifley and since adopted as a catchphrase by members of the ALP.

Noun

 * 1) * 1949 June 12, Ben Chifley, speech, 2009, Pamela Robson (editor), The Light on the Hill, Great Australian Speeches, unnumbered page,
 * We have a great objective—the light on the hill—which we aim to reach by working for the betterment of mankind not only here but anywhere we may give a helping hand.
 * We have a great objective—the light on the hill—which we aim to reach by working for the betterment of mankind not only here but anywhere we may give a helping hand.