Sir Robert Menzies

Posted in 1974

  • In February, Sir Robert and Dame Pattie's second son Ian dies after a long illness.
  • August 11: The Mayor of Kew presents Sir Robert with the "Freedom of the City of Kew" - the only person bestowed the honour. It is granted in recognition of his work for Kew and his electorate of Kooyong.
  • Sir Robert celebrates his 80th birthday on 20th December.