1930 - On This Day In Australia.

6th of October

The High Court of Australia sat for the first time on the 6th of October 1903. Born on this day: Richie Benaud in 1930. Passing today: Johnny O’Keefe in 1978.

19th of August

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. Born today: Mary-Anne Fahey, Brendan Nelson…

30th of June

Don Bradman scored 254 against England at Lords on the 30th of June 1930. Born on this day: Glenn Shorrock, Wayne Swan, Ben Cousins, Murray Cook…