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1966 in Australia

Explore 2 historical events and records for Australia in 1966.

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Historical records for Australia in 1966

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January

18 January 1966

Resignation of Robert Menzies

Menzies, Robert · Canberra · Prime Minister of Australia · Government / Government of Australia

Resigns as Prime Minister of Australia

20 January 1966

Prime Minister of Australia

Holt, Harold Edward · Prime Minister of Australia · Government / Government of Australia

Appointed Prime Minister of Australia

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