US Navy leaving Indian Ocean for first time since crisis
US Navy warships including the carrier Kitty Hawk are leaving the Indian Ocean, heading toward Subic Bay as part of a planned redeployment. Pentagon officials hope the break cools diplomatic tensions and aids moves toward a fleet base in Diego Garcia, amid objections from Senate critics and several nations wary of increased American presence.
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Murdered woman found in Randwick home
A 21 year old woman was found murdered at her Saint Mark's Road flat in Randwick by her husband on Monday evening. Detectives reported multiple marks on the body suggesting violence, though the exact cause of death was not yet determined.
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Japan Exports Bank Approves Siberia Loan Plan
The Export-Import Bank of Japan approved basic terms for loans totaling 703.5 million dollars. Loans will be repaid over five to eight years after a three to five year grace period, carrying an annual interest rate of 6.375 percent.
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Milhench Charged With Criminal Deception In Forgery Case
Ronald Milhench, 37, an insurance broker tied to an alleged forgery of Prime Minister Wilson’s signature, was charged with criminal deception for trying to obtain about 40,000 dollars from a newspaper. He appeared before magistrates after four days of questioning. further serious charges were expected.
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Pension cheques delayed in Canberra due to postal strike
Canberra pension cheques are arriving late with about 56 000 letters undelivered and deliveries two days behind. APWU cites bans on overtime and splitting rounds, while Post Office and Social Security insist arrangements exist. Union and postal managers clash over timing and staffing measures.
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Country Party Freezes Rural Seats Clash with Liberals
Melbourne report states the Country Party will not contest six Victorian rural seats currently held by Liberals. The move follows Liberal refusals to contest three Country Party strongholds Indi Mallee and Gippsland. Observers note potential Bendigo gains as Bendigo votes and preferences shifted in 1972. Party leaders frame stance as national interest unity between coalitions amid anti-Labor consolidation.
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PM in clash over PS briefings
The Prime Minister Whitlam rejected opposition charges that a briefing offer to opposition spokesmen on departmental matters was empty. He said only one request from Mr Snedden was granted and disputed claims of nonresponse. Snedden warned about confidentiality and demanded details from the Public Service Board head.
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DLP To Field Two Senate Candidates In Tasmania
Tasmanian Democratic Labor Party acting secretary R Mimmo said the party would not contest the Tasmanian House seats but will field two candidates for the Senate election. It sees a good chance to win the sixth Tasmanian seat and cites funds as the main reason for not contesting House seats while having enough money to back the Senate bid.
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Liberal Treasurer post unclear before elections
Sydney reports quote Deputy Leader Mr Lynch saying a Liberal Country Treasurer nominee will not be announced before the elections. He would take the post if offered, but argues it would be unprecedented to name a cabinet before voter returns. Pauses speculation on Mr Anthony as potential treasurer amid party policy on government administration.
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Liberal preselection to choose Fraser candidate tonight
The Liberal Party meets delegates from North Canberra branches to nominate its candidate for the ACT seat of Fraser. The Country Party also meets to nominate for two ACT seats with unclear participation. DLP ACT branch president Terry Christie confirms plans to run candidates in the ACT.
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Wire Journey Through Blood To Lung Revealed
A 23 year old man in New South Wales suffered a 5 cm wire pierce of the toe that entered his bloodstream and reached the right lung after a 20 month journey. Surgeons at St Vincent’s and related institutions recount the case in the Medical Journal of Australia, noting prior instances of foreign bodies traveling to the heart from various injuries. The patient recovered after removal, having endured septicemia and extended pain before treatment.
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Liberal MP Cooke Seeks Reendorsement for Petrie May Election
Brisbane legal brief states Solicitors for Federal Liberal member for Petrie Mr Cooke have briefed Queen's Counsel to argue his case for re endorsement ahead of the May 18 election.
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Land-costs exceed proposed ceiling for capital leases
The Department of the Capital Territory allocated two residential leases above the 410,000 ceiling set when the land allocation list system began last year. Both Chapman blocks sold between SDN twit) and $10,870). Former Minister for the Capital Territory, Sir Priderby, said the sale would establish a price range for residential leases from about 82400 to S10 ei, signaling precedent for higher prices in the future. In the week ended April 11, average lease prices for individuals rose to $6,775, about $1,275 above the intended average, while the overall average for offers under the new system remains slightly under $5,500.
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City plan hearings in Queanbeyan over plan variations
Queanbeyan hearings began yesterday to hear objections to proposed variations in the city plan. More than 20 residents have lodged written objections and will present cases across a series of hearings that could extend up to eight weeks.
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John McManue
National survey plan on recreation outlined by minister
The Minister for Tourism and Recreation Mr Stewart said a task force would be established to plan a national survey on recreation, reported yesterday. The item appears on page 3 under President, Mid-East, Opinion, Straitsman, Health, and Rugby notes.
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