East Timor death toll disputed by Indonesian minister
Indonesian Foreign Minister Malik claimed about 50 000 East Timor casualties may have occurred in the civil war, suggesting Australians could have killed more than Indonesian troops. He spoke amid reports of napalm use against Fretilin and noted confusion over the true numbers and who bears responsibility.
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Lester Wollt
Blood on Hands: Senator hits government over Timor
A Liberal senator accuses the federal government of blood on their hands over Timor. Senator Neville Runney of Queensland names Prime Minister Fraser and Foreign Affairs Minister Peacock as guilty, while Labor argues for a select committee to investigate. The debate references past ministers and Indonesian actions amid calls for accountability.
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Alan Missen
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Mirsen Rnin
Bartons get bail in Central Court of Petty Sessions
In Sydney yesterday Alexander Barton and Thomas Barton were granted bail by Mr Hi jerman at $40 000 each plus a matching surety. The court set conditions including surrender of passports and regular reporting. Crown defence by Mr R St John OC and Mr Mateus Fiifeld OC. emotional scenes noted as families reacted.
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Five Million Uncommitted For Housing Loans Scheme
With three months left in the financial year, five million dollars remains uncommitted under the Department of the Capital Territory's housing loans scheme. The department notes carry‑forward from previous years and says available funds come mainly from discharged mortgages, while a portion was set aside for other commitments.
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ACT loan scheme trimmed amid budget row impairs housing aid
Debate over a 5 to 9 percent income test and a 5 million uncommitted fund fuels criticism. Officials insist loan restrictions target the main breadwinner and mortgage affordability. Independent MP Peter Hughes warns the scheme underfunds relief and shifts costs to the least able to bear them.
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Community rally for dying man amid ailing fight for care
A distressed community gathers to support a dying man diagnosed with a serious illness. The rally aims to pressure authorities and explore treatment options abroad as his condition worsens and hope for cure fades. Local groups mobilize funds for medical bills and caregiver support.
Nowra Fire Charge Escaped Sailor Fleeing From Base
Able Seaman Graham John Trent, 19, charged over the Nowra naval base fire that destroyed 12 of 13 Grumman aircraft at HMAS Albatross on December 4, escaped from Sydney HMAS Penguin while awaiting pretrial defence counsel. An urgent search followed. He had been granted use of a telephone for his defence. The arrest was announced January 20 by the Defence Minister.
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Wage increase faces mixed reaction across federal panel
The five point seventy dollar flat wage rise drew varied responses from officials. Sir Juli Moore criticized government policy while Treasurer Lynch called the decision an advance on past practice. Opposition spokesmen warned of disruption as unions brace for changes and debates over indexation and wage guidelines continue.
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Silvet
Hawke criticizes indexation decision in wage debate
The speaker blasts the move to end indexation as poor, noting the government wanted to keep it but failed due to alleged incompetence. He argues Australia should maintain a higher standard of living and warns of potential wage cuts and broader economic impact.
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Bob Hawke
Manly
Unclear fragment hints at AC OA support action and names
Fragmentary text references AC OA support action and various unreadable names and terms. No coherent event or facts emerge from the garbled source.
Territory cases access study moves in SALT talks
Public Service unions face trouble assessing support for industrial action amid talks with the Government. Bruce Juddery notes new efforts planned for May as US Secretary of State Moscow discussions fail to advance wider distribution in SALT.
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Moscow
Maribuana Soccer Two Canberra Citi Players Set to Play
Two Canberra City players Juhony Davies and Korsja are set to feature for the club in the Phil National League at Manuka tomorrow. The team aims to salvage a season showing in today’s match at the Hack Page tournament site.
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Korsja
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