1960 - On This Day In Australia.

16th of June

Explorer William Lawson passed away on the 16th of June 1850. Born today: Peter Sterling, Mark Occhilupo…

1960 Johnny O’Keefe released the Single She’s My Baby in 1960. It went to number one on this day, the 20th of February. 1961 Composer Percy Grainger passed away on the 20th of February 1961, aged 78, in White Plains, New York, U.S. 1975 Skyhooks played at Luna Park, St Kilda on this day in…

4th of December

Television presenter Bill Collins was born in Sutherland, Sydney, on the 4th of December 1934. Also born today: Glynis Nunn. Passing today: Wayne Duncan, Gerry Humphrys…

20th of November

Jack Brabham won his 2nd Formula One World Championship after finishing 4th in the United States Grand Prix on the 20th of November 1960. Born today: Drew Ginn…

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…

3rd of June

What became known as the Mabo Native Title Decision was decided upon by the High Court Of Australia on the 3rd of June 1972. Born today Forbes Carlile, Tracy…