Princess Alexandra Wedding Preparations Stir London
London hustles with bunting and decor as Princess Alexandra and Ogilvy near Westminster Abbey ceremony. Guests are arriving at Windsor Castle while detectives guard entrances and rehearsals proceed. Forecast: showers tomorrow with rain later. stands rise to host thousands along the wedding route.
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Australia to expand defence spending after review
Australia plans to strengthen and expand its armed forces following a cabinet ordered review of the three year defence programme. Top military planners studied the regional strategic situation in South East Asia earlier this month and new measures aim to bring forces to peak preparedness.
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South-East Asia
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Government defence review signals new Air Force orders
The cabinet plans to authorize an overseas Air Force mission to search for a supersonic bomber to replace Canberra jets, order 40 Mirage fighters with an option, and quickly procure 12 STOL troop carriers. It also contemplates a third Regular Army battle group and keeping fixed wing naval aircraft, amid a second three year defence review.
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U S P repares for Laos emergency
U S forces consider deploying troops to Thailand amid Southeast Asia crisis. Admiral Felt and General Harkins meet Thai leaders after Washington talks. Ambassador Young and Lao leaders report mixed gains and Pathet Lao advances near Vang Vieng and the Plain of Jars.
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Pathet Tao
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Khang Khev
Nieng Khouang
Contract For Work On Office Block 128 338
A commission spokesman said the contract for bulk excavation concrete and pile formation work was let to Kipile Australian Ply Ltd. Completion was planned in 12 weeks. The site is bounded by King Edward Terrace King George Varnace Parkes Place and Commonwealth Avenue and will mirror the Administrative Building in size.
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Move to consolidate long service leave under federal awards
Trade bodies in Melbourne moved to create a national three months long service leave after twenty years as NSW government lowers the period to fifteen years. The push targets standardizing federal awards and leaving schemes across jurisdictions.
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Laos Conflict Raises Alarm In Australian Eyes
Australian officials and diplomatic sources say the Pathet Lao push in Laos aims to eliminate Neutralists and gain as many territorial advantages as possible before the June wet season, signaling heightened concern from Canberra.
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Pathet Lao
Underground Opposition in Singapore Aims at Malaysia
Singapore officials warned of Communist underground plans for violence as they oppose the Malaysia federation. A government statement cited protests and a demonstration before the Prime Minister’s office tied to the visit of UN diplomat Narasimhan, and noted eight Barisan Socialist legislators were present.
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Anzac Dawn Services At Canberra War Memorial
Dawn ceremony at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra marks Anzac Day with a 5 30 start. Street lights stay on until dawn for attendees. Ex servicemen join wreaths on the Stone of Remembrance. Major General Cunningham addresses, Last Post, hymns, and anthem follow. Multiple memorials and marches take place across ACT towns with Governor General and Prime Minister attending.
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