Inquiry sought into Commonwealth Hostels management
Industrial correspondent Valentine Hall reports the Administrative and Clerical Officers Association has demanded a parliamentary inquiry into Commonwealth Hostels Ltd operations. The group says the minister should release detailed financial statements and questions past debits and tariff increases, noting a claimed $400,000 debit misclassification and a 310 000 profit versus a 90 000 loss in recent figures. The minister maintains internal-use statistics suffice and expresses satisfaction with the company’s efficiency. Continued on Page 3, Column L.
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NSW Man Dies in Viet Nam Mine Explosion
An Australian soldier died and two were wounded when a mine exploded during operations in Phuoc Tuy Province South Vietnam Army Headquarters Canberra announced. The dead was Private Richard Edward Sloye 21 of Pelaw Main NSW. Wounded are Private Henry David Jones 19 of Bunbury WA with shock and Private Stephen Perry 20 of Salisbury Queensland with shrapnel wounds.
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Troops Board HMAS Sydney For Vietnam Relief
Sydney dispatch reports about 500 troops aboard HMAS Sydney for Vietnam relief operations. The force includes national servicemen from the Air Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, relieved by the South Battalion at Garden Island transport sunrise assignment.
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Uniform Oil Laws to Be Drafted in Australia
Sydney reports Commonwealth and State governments plan uniform offshore oil drilling and exploration laws. Senior ministers described two days of meetings to complete three years of negotiations. Proposals include a 60/40 royalty split favoring states, a council to coordinate mining policy, and onshore exploration guidelines with similar federal recommendations.
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Officer sacked from force amid theft inquiry at Ainslie club
One of two ACT police constables suspended over alleged liquor theft from the Ainslie Football and Social Club last Saturday has been dismissed by the Interior Minister. The constable, remanded on 100 bail in Canberra Court, faces further appearance on April 17. The Olympic Swimming Pool in Canberra, the city’s only pool, will close in March.
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UN mission quits Aden amid Britain clash at airport
A three man UN fact finding mission left Aden after accusing Britain of withholding needed cooperation. They were held for 105 minutes as luggage searches sparked a clash with Royal Air Force police before flying out aboard a British Airways carrier.
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Afghan envoy says Britain causes world bloodshed
The Associated Press reports a member of the mission, Mr Abulul Sawar Shahzi, says Britain is responsible for more bloodshed than any other. The mission left Aden after the South Arabian Federal Government refused to allow a television policy statement.
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Dogfight over Syria claims clash over Damascus
Damascus reports two Syrian jet fighters shot down by Israel while Syria says an Israeli jet was destroyed in air combat over Damascus. Damascus Radio interrupted programming to warn residents of possible danger as tensions flare in the region.
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Yacht Trials Report From Sydney Amid Air Battles
The Sydney radio reported ongoing yacht trials as crews prepare for the America’s Cup series. The broadcast mentioned Dame Pattie and Gretel in upcoming races while noting tensions in the region and Israeli forces nearby. Miles ahead, the page hints at a tank or sea battle context affecting maritime events.
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Tulloch Horse Sold in Sydney Auction for 13020
Tulloch the champion racehorse was sold at Tuclon today for 13020 dollars. A mystery bidder, acting for Mix Margot Haley, outbid rival trainer A Smith after a spirited display.
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War flare in region reports Syrian front line clashes
scrambled OCR notes claim assaults near the Sea of Galilee with reported bombardments and international responses. fragments reference forces in Sinai and an unnamed eastern theater, but details are unclear.
Pill-clot link eyed by Australian drug committee study
The Australian Drug Evaluation Committee will study a British report linking oral contraceptives to thromboembolism. Dr Forbes said no immediate withdrawal is planned. doctors should guide usage. The committee reviews overseas data, local statistics, and adverse reactions, with no rise in thrombosis since pills became common. Canberra chemists may follow guild decisions on dispensing fees. Washington H Soul Patterson and Co Ltd will stop charging dispensing fees for oral contraceptives from Monday.
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Shires Near ACT Seek Federal Grants
Four shire councils bordering the ACT have applied to the Department of the Interior for federal grants to maintain roads and facilities used by Canberra tourists and industry. They warn that a direct grant could set a precedent and urge pressing New South Wales to address the issue with MPs. Delivering the deputation, leaders agreed to pursue this course.
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Ministers Discuss Migrant Traffic and Kiosk Plan
Representatives from Yarrawonga Tumut and surrounding districts met Minister Anthony to push a plan for a private Kiosk in Parliament and a 26 percent rise in migrant traffic and freight, including timber sand and shale, amounting to about 1 401 000 tons last year. The inquiry will consider site, funding, and possible subsidies to develop tourism and migrant return flows, with emphasis on housing and facilities for returning travelers and local shires.
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Tears and Plastic Tulips at Monaro Mall Flight Ad
Dutchman Peter van Melle recalls childhood memories as Nick Verhage's Dutch street organ advertises a Holland flight at Monaro Mall. Worried locals complain that organ music spoils an Australian trip, while teenagers jeer and parents watch TV. Van Melle hums an operatic overture as his daughter Yolande asks to go home.
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IDLP Endorsement Interest Emerges for ACT Council
Page 3 report notes IDLP may endorse for ACT Council while DIP weighs extelec ACT Advisory Council. Discussion touches on dues and political debates amid campus unrest and student actions since 1964. Includes feature on University of California Regents disruptions and broader U S campus matters.
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