Canberra poker machines seminar cancelled amid ministerial opposition
A Sydney company planned a Canberra seminar on poker machines but cancelled after ACT Minister Enderby opposed the event The Territory bans on poker machines prompted protests from groups who viewed the machines as illegal The managing director said dispensations were sought but the act’s enforcement would stop the demo The ACT Police Commissioner indicated no machines would be allowed and that penalties for possession or operation could reach 100 pounds Continued on page 10.
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Public Service Board chief defends weekend charges
Public Service Board chairman Alan Cooley met with senior staff to rebut claims the board failed to cooperate with the Government. The discussion reviewed December 16 1971 preparations and post election work to align with Labor policies, with staff noting extensive drafts and departmental co creation.
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Cooley
Whitlam
Hille
Ards Fole
PSB
Sage
Soldier shot dead in Rena donderry incident at fest
A soldier was shot dead during a festival in Rena donderry. Police launched an investigation as witnesses described a chaotic scene with gunfire erupting near the event, prompting authorities to strengthen security and review crowd-control measures.
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Rena Donderry
Inquiry Postponed on Inquiry into Commonwealth Public Service
The Federal Parliamentary Labor Party shelved a proposal for a parliamentary committee inquiry into the Commonwealth Public Service by 41 votes to 33. The plan was referred to the party’s industrial matters committee with hopes it may be reconsidered by Caucus in about a month.
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Bishop
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Vince Martin
Mc Whitlam
Bormann Case Closed as Skeleton Identified
Frankfort authorities announce the Man in Bormann case is resolved with the skeleton found on Invalidenstrasse Railsway bridge identified as Heinrich Himmlers deputy Adolf Hitler. The attorney general orders termination of the 28 year search and lifts the arrest warrant.
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Enderby pushes plan for ACT poker machines board
Enderby seeks to establish a Poker Machines Control Board in the Capital Territory to regulate machine use. He proposes a board with a chairman and council representative to oversee licensing, public voting for club access, annual machine reviews, and monthly club profit returns. Public hearings would decide locations, with machines limited to registered clubs and serviced only by approved personnel.
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Nsw
Four Somerset villages mourn crash victims in Switzerland
Four Somerset villages Axbridge Congresbury Cheddar and their women mourn after a chartered Invicta Airlines day trip crashed in a Swiss mountain blizzard. Ninety six dead mostly wives and mothers with many children. Surviving passengers ranged from 19 from Cheddar and 31 from Axbridge with two survivors. Local vicars spoke of shock and a community fund planned to aid bereaved families. Performers and clubs discussed joint relief efforts as Bristol Airport awaited details and names of survivors.
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Invicta Airways
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Irin
Briel Travel
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Vanguard
Varley guilty of manslaughter
In Sydney Central Criminal Court a 12 jurors found Reginald John Varley not guilty of murder but guilty of manslaughter in the case of Alan David Burton who has not been found. Varley, 35, of Blakehurst, faces sentencing on April 30 after a three month trial described as NSW’s longest murder case.
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Central Criminal Court
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Blakehurst
Alan David Burton
Peakhurst
Nsw
Australia wins fourth Test in Georgetown by 10 wickets
Australia beats West Indies by 10 wickets in the fourth Test in Georgetown to take an unbeatable 2 0 lead in the five match series. Ian Chappell captains as Australia secures its sixth series win under his leadership, with strong all round play and back-page acclaim.
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Georgetown
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Smastridia
West Indies
George
Ti Toda
West Iailies
Australis Med
Atay
Ian Chappell
Mergers Ve yance Labor Party Legislation Passed
A fragmented text indicates yesterday's legislation easing merger rules within a labor party. The measure aims to enable closer cooperation and potential consolidation of competing groups, signaling a shift in organizational alignment.
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Anpraveil
Inkswim
Envoys Families Quit Cambodia Amid Deteriorating Situation
Reported orders for dependants to leave Cambodia come as the envoy presence shrinks and tensions rise. Inside sources note evacuation measures amid ongoing instability and political strain affecting international missions.
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Mm Penh
Cambodi
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