Let's reminisce about what was happening in the world 53 years ago. Discover more interesting anecdotes that  your clients remember and add to the list below. A wonderful reminiscing activity for seniors!


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Nellie 9th Jun 2018 Volunteer Actually Director
Just love all the awesome activities. Thank you
Talita 11th Jun 2018
Thank you Nellie!
Kymberly 23rd Nov 2016 Activities Coordinator
Great resource, thank you. Given my a great idea for 'this week in 19 _ _ ' type of activity :)
Talita 28th Nov 2016
Thank you Kymberly!
Julie 9th Nov 2016
Great resource. Can I add decimal currency was introduced to Australia in February 1966?
Solange 10th Nov 2016 Diversional Therapist
Hi Julie, thank you for your input. We will add it to the article. Best wishes!
Peter 8th Nov 2016 Recreation & Lifestyle Coordinator
Another memorable T.V. event from 1966 was the first episode of 'Play School' on the ABC July 18th
And in sport - St Kilda one it's only VFL/AFL Grand Final defeating Collingwood by 1 point.
Solange 10th Nov 2016 Diversional Therapist
Hi Peter, we appreciate your input. Thank you!
Chris 8th Nov 2016 AIN
Hi, it was the Rolling Stones who toured in 1966. The Beatles toured Australia in 1964, the same year my family emigrated from Scotland. It was the only way my parents could get my then 12 year old brother to agree to leave Scotland :-)
Solange 8th Nov 2016 Diversional Therapist
Hi Chris, What a lovely family story; thank you for sharing. We have rectified the article, we appreciate your feedback.
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