Soviet bugging of Coral Sea reef investigated by Australia
Australian defense experts continue studying a Soviet naval vessel that reportedly dug in electronically to an island on a Coral Sea reef near Papua New Guinea last year. The incident, linked to the Fedor Lake and described as a possible hydrographic survey craft, prompted urgent foreign affairs representations and a weeklong monitoring of signals and data.
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Department of Defence
Grew
RAN
Coral
Tan
Department of Foreign
Canberra
Fedor Lilke
Fire at hostel kills seven men in Pirie Street Adelaide
A hostel fire in Pirie Street Adelaide, the People's Palace Salvation Army building, killed seven men and left many injured. Firemen found bodies while probing wreckage for a missing woman. officials identified several men among the dead. The blaze caused extensive damage to the shell and ceiling as investigators work to determine the cause.
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Adelaide
People's Palace
Salvation Army
Pirie Street
Acelside
Antipod
Guetta
Indonesian minister reports new refugee setback in Saigon crisis
The Indonesian Minister for Immigration Mr Mashari told reporters that refugees from Saigon faced delays in departure as the crisis worsened. He said government efforts to assist evacuees continue, with international aid coordinated through allied partners.
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Jararda
Aumiday
Saigon
Mashari
Whitham
Paca
Paris
Hanoi
Lakeside Road Plan Backed by Committee in ACT
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on the ACT approved plans for a Motangla arterial road linking the southeast edge of Lake Burley Griffin to Ts Seranong Portway. The report notes mixed freeway concepts, retention of Lady Denman Drive, drainage concerns, and five key areas of focus before a final decision.
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Joint Committee On
ACT
Motangla
Conmitittes
Canberra
Tie
Molansia
Give Centre
Saraan Natalversity Cauips
Acton Saddle
Ie Shoces
Lake Burley
Ts Seranong
Sijor
Frentemma
Amendments to West Basin recreation area approval
A fragmented note describes amendments before approval of the toreshore recreation area around West Basin. It mentions potential changes to the scope of the project and the impact on surrounding land. No clear dates or authorities are stated in the readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walte
West Basin
Anist
Somali girl kidnapped in Rome report details unclear
Fragmentary text reports a Somali girl kidnapped in Rome. Names and specifics are unreadable, with references to a Dror and an escort at a cafe and immediate response by authorities.
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Rome
Move on Webster case unanimous
The Senate voted unanimously last night to refer the Webster case to the High Court and to establish a judicial inquiry into constitutional questions arising from the matter. Senator Webster was suspended, and the Government agreed to cover his High Court costs. the decision includes a provision regarding potential costs to others involved.
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Senate
Webster
Vic
High Court
Senta
Waa
Refugee limit set by PM Whitham policy noted
The Prime Minister Mr Whitham announced a limited family reunion policy for South Vietnamese entering Australia. Opposition critics attacked the proposal as half hearted and inhumane, arguing it forgets the parents and prolongs the agony for Vietnamese in residence.
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Australia
Mr Whitham
Pouice
Australisa
Staley
Vic
Australian stance on Vietnam exits and Saigon visa delays
Government sources said Saigon officials limited Vietnamese visa approvals to a few, with bureaucratic delays worsened by military actions and regime changes. Opposition figures urged quicker processing, while Prime Minister Whitlam faced questions on UN inspections and Paris agreements amid international talks.
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Staley
Whitlam
Guizena
South Vietna
Saigon
Canberra
Austria
Australia
Peacock
Vie
Nsw
ACT Housing Fees Rise Sparks Public Debate
Government announces rise in conveyancing fees on ACT housing by up to 140 dollars and 164 percent. The move draws scrutiny from residents as the laws and means test provisions face further amendments, while travel and Canberra area issues surface across pages.
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Act
Department of the Capital Territory
Princess Anne to Visit Canberra and Melbourne
Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips are scheduled to arrive at Fairbairn RAAF Base in Canberra by morning to meet Governor General Sir John Kerr and Prime Minister Whitlam. They will tour government offices and civic sites along College duties in Melbourne and Canberra, with stops at key avenues and locations.
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Princess Anne
Mark Philips
Fairbairn Raaf Base
Canberra
Sir John Kerr
Mc Whitlam
Mix Whitany
Government Howey
Plalligo Avenue
Marsheat Kings’ Avenue
National Circuit
Adelaide Avenue
Dudley Street
Dunrossil Drive
Timor visa denial halts separatist envoy
An envoy of the Republic of the South Maluku separatist group, Mr Chrintixa Ph, was blocked from entering East Timor via Australia. The Australian Foreign Affairs Department cited a false statement on prior criminal history and political tensions in East Timor as reasons. The transit visa was withdrawn and the case sparked protest from Brussels and Canberra officials.
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Republic of the South Malaccas
Chrintixa Ph
Airfases
East Timor
Austrlia
Ritisiak
East’ Timor
Brussels
Canberra
Tismes
Department of Foreign Affairy
Ritiossa
Australia
Times
Mike B. Kisamenupaly
Fist Pereary
Chive Watts
Republic of the Somh Moluccas
Airlassa 1
Althoush
Nias
Australian Foreign Service
South
Asia
Ausralia
Peale
The Queen Sings at Anzac Ceremony Memorial Day
A Canberra memorial service for Anzac Day included the national anthem and God Save the Queen sung by participants. A program copy notes the anthem and protocol, with some text about ordering and attendance.
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James McClelland
Bruce Vogle
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Anowment On Foreign Affairs
Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
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Tireemower
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Amco Cup
Timor
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