The 1968 Australian Championships was a tennis tournament that took place in the outdoor Kooyong Stadium in Melbourne, Australia from 19 to 29 January. It was the 56th edition of the Australian Championships, the 16th held in Melbourne, and the first Grand Slam tournament of the year. It was also the last Grand Slam tournament to be restricted to amateurs. The singles titles were won by Australian William Bowrey and American Billie Jean King. Australian Open 1968: January 19–29, 1968 at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club. Men's singles: William Bowrey. Women's singles: Billie Jean King — 4th major title. Wiki link