Australia may overhaul Commonwealth intel services
Review discussed by Defence and Aviation Correspondent Frank Cranston notes major government plans to reexamine all Commonwealth-operated intelligence bodies. A joint inquiry by Army Directorate of Military Intelligence and Joint Intelligence Organisation seeks to justify each unit while probing duplication and potential rationalisation among DMI JIO ASIO and ASTO. Fragmentation of effort cited as a risk based on WW II era parallels.
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Society growing violent and selfish says Australian criminologist
Perth report quotes Judge James Muirhead of the Australian Institute of Criminology warning that society is becoming more dishonest violent and selfish. He cites competitive culture advertising violence on TV and parenting gaps while stressing rehabilitation over harsher sentences and improved police detection.
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Trade Council to press Can derma Racecourse on hiring ban
The ACT Trades and Labour Council decided last night to approach racecourse management over its refusal to employ Roy O'Shaunassy, former secretary of the TL, seeking a remedy for the employment refusal.
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Cambodian Slept Route Attacked Near Phnom Penh
Unclear late news report describes an attack near Phnom Penh with casualty mentions and hospital scene. United Press fielded notes reference an unsettled commotion and possible casualties as details remain fragmentary.
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Fiji faces constitutional crisis as Alliance defies Speaker
In Suva the ruling Alliance Party plans to reconvene the House of Representatives despite Speaker Raofant Patch adjourning the sitting. Government and Opposition leaders clash over authority as protests flare and potential court challenges loom.
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Territory Senators Move to Add Two for ACT and NT
The Government plans to appoint two senators for both the ACT and Northern Territory. Minister Daly prepared a submission for national senators and likely an extra House of Representatives member for the ACT. Cabinet deferred consideration to next week’s meeting. measures await review at the upcoming Cabinet session.
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Government electoral bill passes second and third readings
The Government's electoral reform bill cleared the House after a lengthy session with eight divisions. It sets a limit of 7 percent above or below the average voters per electorate and removes geographic considerations from boundary drawing. The measure now proceeds to the Senate.
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No confidence move brings Senate crisis
Liberal Party Senators pushed a no confidence motion against Senator Murphy over terrorism claims and government handling. They sought support from Country Party and DLP, risking a constitutional crisis and possible rapid elections for the House or half the Senate. The move sparked internal party questions about leadership and strategy.
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Censure motion debate tests Senate authority and cohesion
The no confidence push against Senator Murphy triggers expert views that censure would reshape parliamentary standing. Labor senators weigh withdrawing or defending the motion as the Senate adjourns debate, with 1968’s failed censure on Senator McKellar cited as precedent.
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Former Attorney General Greenwood admits keeping classified documents
Senator Greenwood said yesterday he retained confidential documents from his time as Attorney General and copies of almost all material that passed through his office. He declined to reveal ASIO files but noted the agency would know. He argued keeping records was a matter of justice and a personal memento, while denying possession of any national security sensitive items.
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Ramsey Clark Calls South Africa Greatest Peace Threat
Former US Attorney General Ramsey Clark told a Washington hearing that South Africa poses the greatest threat to world peace. He urged the United States to impose an economic and diplomatic boycott, lower its diplomatic status, and halt all trade with South Africa and Rhodesia. The Smithsonian Institute official defended an observatory near Bloemfontein amid questions about race policies and government interference.
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Canberra appoints fourth magistrate J Dainer
Canberra solicitor Mr J Dainer of Minter Simpson and Company is named Canberra's fourth magistrate. Former Royal Australian Air Force and NSW Police member, he paused legal practice to serve in Malaysia with the RAAF before resuming. Appointment subject to final confirmation.
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Blocks left unsupplied as strike hits ACT servicing
Daily strike by demonstration workers in the ACT continues, with two land blocks left unserviced per the Master Builders Association of the ACT executive director. Vietnam ceasefire warned again by Thieu and Nixon in a joint communique. Dr Stephen Bogden reviews an ACT Biological Centre plan to promote environmental understanding. Wool prices slide further by 10 to 19 percent across major ports after prior drops. Further world news and sport are on pages 4 to 6 and 23 to 25.
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