The day the Australian Labor Party changed itself, and its leader
On this day in 1967, Gough Whitlam replaced Arthur Calwell as leader of the Australian Labor Party.

The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.
The museum respectfully acknowledges the role that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples continue to play in shaping Australia’s democracy.
xCloseOn this day in 1967, Gough Whitlam replaced Arthur Calwell as leader of the Australian Labor Party.