What happened in 1976?
22 Mar 2016
In 1976, Probus launched in Australia and clubs began to form all over the country. From space travel to the hottest hits on the charts, here’s what else was happening at the time.
Malcolm Fraser is Prime Minister.
NASA unveils its first space shuttle, the Enterprise.
Random breath testing is introduced in Victoria.
Brett Whiteley wins the Archibald Prize.
The Australian Institute of Sport is established after Australia fails to win gold at the Olympics.
Apple Computer Company is formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak.
Cigarette and tobacco advertising is banned on radio and TV in Australia.
Most popular song Fernando, ABBA
Most popular TV show Charlie’s Angels
Most popular film Rocky
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