The History of the Australian Liberal Party

There's no other figure that looms larger over the Liberal Party of Australia than Sir Robert Menzies.

Sir Robert Menzies is installed as Warden of the Cinque Ports, during a ceremony at Dover, England, 20th July 1966. Source: Getty

In fact few Australians have gained such fame, or held such influence, over the nation than the former Liberal prime minister.

He created the party, was Australia's longest serving prime minister and is bound to be quoted or referred to by Liberal candidates during the federal election campaign.