1968 in Australia

John Gorton

Jan 10, 1968

10 January – John Gorton is sworn in as Prime Minister of Australia after the disappearance of Harold Holt.

Sydney's Water Supply

Apr 8, 1968

8 April – Fluoridation of Sydney's water supply begins.

Australian Journalists

May 5, 1968

5 May – Three Australian journalists are killed by the Viet Cong in Saigon.

Arresting

Jul 2, 1968

2 July – Fifty students are arrested during an anti-Vietnam War protest in Martin Place, Sydney.

Referendum

Dec 14, 1968

14 December – A referendum is held in Tasmania to allow the granting of Australia's first casino license to the Wrest Point Hotel. The referendum is passed.