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This month in South Australia’s history

The Adelaide Convention Centre opens

The Adelaide Convention Centre opened on 15 June 1987 and was the first purpose-built convention centre in Australia.

The Town Hall opens

The Town Hall was inaugurated on 20 June 1866 by the Governor. The town hall’s opening banquet that evening was a lavish affair for 800 people and an equally well attended ball was held on 22 June 1866. The opening concert was held on the 26 June 1866.

Funeral of Sir Ross Macpherson Smith

Adelaide came to a standstill for Sir Ross’ funeral on 15 June.