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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 25, 1968

Page

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Gallipoli Veterans Lead Anzac Day Parade

Gallipoli veterans will march in Anzac Day ceremonies with about 1,200 ex-servicemen joining the parade from Blamey Crescent to the War Memorial. Traffic will be diverted along Anzac Parade until services conclude and wreaths will be laid by the acting local RSL president and the French Embassy consul general.

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Paris may get peace talks in Vietnam

Washington reports Paris as the likely site for preliminary Vietnam peace talks. U S officials and diplomats say Paris would be the compromise venue chosen by the United States and North Vietnam, with further talks to relocate as discussions continue. Japan proposed inclusive participation in any peace conference and offered aid to both North and South Vietnam’s rehabilitation efforts.

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Water restrictions ease as Canberra storage improves

Canberra sees best result since December limits as water storages rise. Daily consumption averaged about 84 million gallons over a seven day period, with ongoing efforts to abate waste and promote conservation.

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Perth native welfare calls for return of Aboriginal runner Murphy Simon

Perth welfare authorities urge bringing home 22 year old Aboriginal runner Murphy Simon known as the Black Flash from Victoria. The appeal notes his homesickness and asks support to pay his fare while questioning efforts that may have harmed him. A telegram requests his wife and children be sent to care for him, but officials warn against forcing relocation.

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Woman found alive after four day jungle search

A four day search in the Kokoda region ends with Sybil Dennis located alive. An army message confirms she was found safe near a stream about 34 miles from the Kokoda trail head. A helicopter will transport her to Port Moresby for care.

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Woden police and fire station plans announced for Canberra

Canberra's National Capital Development Commission outlines a new 24 hour Woden police station in Woden Town Centre Phillip near the town square with plans for a Criminal Investigation Branch and proximity to Woden Courts and Library. A separate fire station with two engines and a headquarters will serve the Woden Valley, near the commercial fire hose, expected to be completed this year or early next.

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Whitlam fires back back me or sack me call to caucus

The Labor Leader Mr Whitlam says his re election binds the party to back his battle against the left wing Victorian executive. A leadership challenge may occur as Dr Cass, afflicted with aryngitis, intends to run against Whitlam when the caucus meets at Parliament House. The Victorian ALP executive supports the federal body's competence and warns against sacrificing the branch for expediency.

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Whitlam letter to ALP caucus re endorsing leadership bid

Compromise rejected by Mr Whitlam prompts a push for a special Federal conference to restore Tasmanian representation on the Federal executive and reform the Victorian executive. He accuses leaders of causing a damaging, outside-influenced stand, vows to seek a conference to secure terms and reelects to back his leadership.

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Cairns Faces Labor Leadership Clash With Whitlam

Dr Cairns said he could beat Mr Whitlam for the Labor leadership next Tuesday but would withdraw if constitutional changes were required. He urged party unity and warned against disruptive controversy as Victoria’s NEP issues loomed.

Melbourne Cairns Whitlam

Officials of AWU Back Harradine Support Message

In Sydney the Australian Workers Union Federal president and general secretary sent a telegram to Brian Harradine expressing backing. The message warned that undermining the ALP would invite discipline and could affect the party’s federal and state governance.

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ACTU says no authority to intercede in ALP row

Melbourne dispatch reports ACTU secretary Mr Souter stating the union has no power to intervene in the Australian Labor Party dispute. He notes six ACT elective members sent telegrams to rebuke Federal ALP leaders in the Harradine case.

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Liberals Doubt on Self Rule in ACT Debated

Fragmentary newspaper note references Liberal doubts about self rule for the Australian Capital Territory. Mentions Canberra politics, Mr Nixon, and a page 3 reference with broader items on Anglican matters and Pentagon speculation.

Market Rumors From London Open on Frantic Trade

London reports show chaotic currency and stock chatter with erratic pricing at noon and evening sessions. Traders note fluctuating bids around the 23-46 range and a reference price near 3446 while misprints hint at other assets and unclear futures.

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