1966 Sir Robert announcing his retirement

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Retires in January after a term of 16 continuous years as Prime Minister. It is the first time an Australian Prime Minister has resigned while in office.

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SIR ROBERT MENZIES ANNOUNCING HIS RETIREMENT:

"I couldn't see myself at 72 after, by that time, 17 years of prime ministership, I couldn't see myself saying to the people of Australia, I want you to give me another term."