On the 19th of August 1930, the two halves of the arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge meet for the first time. There was a combined error of only 13mm. It was five years after construction started.
1955
Actress and comedian Mary-Anne Fahey was born in Melbourne, Victoria, on the 19th of August 1955. She is probably best known for her Comedy Company character Kylie Mole.
1958
Politician and Director of the Australian War Memorial, Brendan Nelson, was born on this day in 1958.
1978
Jeff St John, Jim Keays Band, and Texas played at Bombay Rock, Brunswick on this day in 1978.
1983
Musician and actress, Missy Higgins, was born in Melbourne, Victoria, on August 19th, 1983.
Mother Goose played at Penrith Leagues Club, Penrith on this day in 1983
