The High Court of Australia sat for the first time on the 6th of October 1903.
1930
Australian representative cricketer and broadcaster, Richie Benaud, was born in Penrith, New South Wales, on the 6th of October 1930. Benaud played 63 tests for Australia between 1952 and 1964. After retiring from cricket he had a long and successful career in the media.
1972
Professional golfer Jarrod Moseley was born on this day in 1972 in Mandurah, Western Australia.
1978
Singer Johnny O’Keefe passed away on the 6th of October in 1978, aged 43.
Cold Chisel played at Ocean Beach Hotel, Umina on this day in 1978.
1987
Midnight Oil played at Apollo Stadium, Richmond, South Australia, on this day in 1987.
Hunters & Collectors played at ANU, Canberra on this day in 1987.
Spy Vs Spy and Sundogs played at Sydney Cove Tavern, Circular Quay on this day in 1987.
2011
Actress and author Diane Cilento passed away on October 6th 2011 in Cairns, Queensland, aged 78.
2019
The Sydney Roosters beat the Canberra Raiders in the National Rugby League grand final, 14-8 to win their 2nd consecutive premiership on the 6th of October 2019.
