Suspended officials in GPO extension probe
The Commonwealth Director-General of Works and the NSW Director of Works were suspended and charged under the Public Service Act after the Royal Commission report on the Sydney General Post Office extensions. Cabinet sanctioned actions via the Department of the Interior head, with details and charges to be determined by the departmental board.
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Anberra
Commonwealth
M. W. Mehaffey
Commonwealth Director of Works
New South Wales
J. Orwin
Public Service Act
Royal Commission
General Post Office
Sydney
Departsment of the Interior
Mr. Carrous
Ter
Mehaney
Chain
Enattey
Commonwealth Public Service
Monies
Hell Denny
Trason
Royal ¢ Commission
Hartey
Talerior
Carrodus
Folli
Men
Mga
Peraan
Enarge
Tentral
GPO
Sunes Maswellt
Erwig
Sptnion
Mera
Good Spring Outlook From Weather District Report
Weather outlook is bright for spring with light and scattered rain expected in several districts. Reports indicate some heavier falls in Charleville and Le Met Auoin-Wadl areas, but overall precipitation remains low and patrons note rain is unlikely tonight.
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Beir Annel
Charleville
Wnaighter
Miss Lawrence and ABC Policy Sparks Adelaide Debate
Advised not to come to Australia sparked by ABC policy involving Marjorie Lawrence. Adelaide broadcasting officials and ABC managers discuss handling her public appearances amid criticism from music circles and a rights row.
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Adela
Marjorie Lawrence
Australis
Thiause
Maus
Lawrence
Avatary Broadcasting Couniissior UM Movs Anid Unis
Adelaide
Monee
ABC
Mins Tiwrence
A.D M Longden
Mite Uider Orients
Moss
Abe
Hl Lawrence
Australia
Gayl
Bar
Katie Lehmann
Gehnabel
Building Unions To Continue Boycott
Representatives of unions in Melbourne and Tuendup A cont compare decided to maintain the boycott policy. Leaders argue the national tide and trader groups should honor the union demands and align with ongoing pressure.
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Melbourne
Tuendup
Colina
Premier to Open Medical School in Queensland
A Queensland Premier announces the opening of a new medical school at the University of Queensland Herston Campus near Brisbane. The event includes university leaders and aims to train Queenslanders locally in medicine and related subjects to reduce reliance on overseas training. The ceremony at 3 pm highlights the project as a landmark in public medical education.
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Queensland
Parga Smithy
Tur Isbane Hospital
Herston Road
Mualeleige
Australia
Welco
Holialy Mey
Qurensiai Ieee
Miversty
Cabinet Rules On New Wage Tax Exemption
The Premier indicated a new wage tax exemption, applying to incomes up to the level of the basic wage, may be retrospective to the wage rate date. The government debated whether the exemption would affect tax calculations and wage sheets, with opposition remarks emphasizing sticking to prior promises.
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Cyurier
Courier-Mail
Yorgun Smiths
Une Department
Labour
R Leggatt
Fenien
Surf Society Award For Tugun Rescuers
Local surf club honors Tugun rescuers with a society award as community members recognize lifesaving efforts during a dangerous incident. The ceremony highlights courage, teamwork, and the volunteers’ swift response to the emergency at Tugun Beach.
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Surf Society
Tugun
Bydney
Davin” Kerracy Watson
Queenstaners
Benet
For Wheat Conferrence Announcement From Bulcock
Mr Bulcock announced yesterday that the Minister for Agriculture will chair a wheat conference. The event aims to close early with new measures under the Wheat Industry Act. The Federal Council plans drawing and parliamentary timing around August opening, with officials noting movements in Brisbane.
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Nate Rugeney
Will
Inke Dinee
Anon
Cluxig
Willet
Bris
al Nvlnes
Coulrier
Universal Training Opposed by Cabinet
Cabinet discussions reveal opposition to immediate universal military training. Affected policy emphasizes defence program review, with hints of conscription and compulsory training debated amid concerns over instructor supply and feasibility.
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Iulude
USAR
Seuilin
Premier Drops a Hint on Parliamentary Departures
The text hints Mr Mulch and Mr Boegane Silt discuss upcoming department shifts. It notes Mr Bulcoch’s transfer from Agriculture to Transport and signals an interesting story in introductions to departmental estimates ahead of Parliament's session.
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Mulch Yeas
Boegane
Sail
Bulcoch
Department of Agriculture
Babe entry sparks debate at Australian open championship
In a controversial row surrounding Babe’s participation, critics question the fairness and implications for a woman entering the Australian open. Supporters note her skill, while organizers weigh handicap rules and precedent as local clubs withhold final decisions.
Has Lost Both Legs But Still Smiles 7 in Rosemount
A long wartime injury tale from a hospital in Rosemount describes Alfred Grey who, despite losing both legs, remains hopeful. He recalls Gallipoli service, a shell near his arm, lengthy hospital stays, and eventual amputation to left knee. In Brisbane he becomes a driver as he seeks government recognition of his war injury and plans for a future with wood carving and gardening.
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Alfred Grey
Rosemount Hospital
Plsurs
Gee
Gallipol
Mat Rathrey
Maghiy
Hs Tour Crown-Lp
Change in Control of W.E.A.
A government inquiry led by Premier Ian Smith examines the Workers Educational Association control amid cabinet debate. The report tests whether WEA and its tutorial classes deliver useful social service and are run efficiently, with potential for state funding and university involvement to shape oversight and aims.
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Workers’ Educational Association
Ian Smith
Montine
Glbren
Plewcher
Senile
Belrar Educational
Bose Kinin
Depar
WEA
Link
Wote Associatons
Tno
University Ax Xiven
Tutoria Clasans
Wiveyt
Universi Renate
Cash Taken From City Shoe Store in Burglary
Police report a break in at a city shoe store in Shirley E14 area. About £149 in cash was stolen and the red door pane forced entry suggests the intruder used a key to open the room, with marks indicating forced entry.
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Onal
Brisbane
Balirday
Money Thievan
Feglater
Europe Goes On Holiday Amid Global Tensions
British ministers stay within the country for holidays while ready for recall. Hitler, Goering, and Goebbels are on the coast or at Bayreuth, with Berlin signaling firmness. Chamberlain’s Commons speech cited by German press warns of any aggression, as Europe watches escalating threats and air raid precautions.
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Ondon
Britain
Europe
Herr Hitler
Bayreuth
Baltic
Field-Marshal Goering
Goebbels
Praire
Lebrun
Hue Yan
Monida
Lankmenduer
Merle
Bilal
Bria
Salon Texe
Nde
Danzig
Rumen Hadina
Benaube
Wade Grilan
Europe braces as German forces begin unprecedented maneuvres
Sizeable German military drills unfold near the French Alps and across central Europe as 220 mile fronts advance from the Alps region. The plan includes motorised troops, river and bridge repairs, and potential clashes with allied supply lines. Observers note the action comes amid heightened policing of Poland and Hungary and Britain’s push to understand Germany’s war aims while Moscow’s role remains debated.
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Germany
Budetenland
Silesia
Bohemia
Rantier
French Alps
Verona
Intruders Searched City Office After Open Fanlight Found
An inquiry found a late night search at the offices of Barry and Roberta Pty Ltd on Queen Street. No intruders were located, but drawers were opened and papers disturbed, suggesting an attempted break in. a possible diamond was referenced but not confirmed.
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Barry and Roberta Pty, Ltd
Queen Street
Duarder
Nurses Rescue 130 Patients in Auckland Hospital Fire
A fire at a New Zealand hospital in Auckland forced evacuation of patients including a bedridden group. Nurses guided 130 patients to safety as operating theatres and roof suffered severe damage, prompting plans for a complete roof replacement and temporary disruption to hospital functions.
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N.Z
Auckland
I. Teiaay
Chinntiente
Invercargi
Aeton
Pat HuFies
Atatt
Dalienis
Governor Golfs On Birthday With Messages Arrive
Sir Leslie Wilkes, governor since 1933, marked birthday with golf and a stream of messages arriving at Government House. The day featured telegraphs and cables as well wishers joined the celebration.
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Leslie Wilkes
Dinawold
Government Howe
Leslie
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