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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 26, 1972

Page

3

Twins join all girl crew in trans-Pacific row attempt

Melbourne reports two Brisbane twins have accepted to join an all girl crew led by trans pacific rower Mr John Fairfax to attempt a round the world voyage aboard the liner Chusan. Fairfax telephoned them and secured berths after meeting in Heirbane. The team includes Miss Seiya Coa and Helen Reals.

Melbourne John Fairfax Mises Helen Mr Fairfax Heirbane Fairfax Seiya Coa

Draft resister claims police raids in Sydney

Associates of draft resister Michiel Matteson claim Commonwealth Police raided homes seeking him. Reports suggest officers questioned residents and sought any sign of Matteson as tensions rise over conscription policy. Matteson, an American citizen by birth, says he has not pledged Australian citizenship and expects arrest under conscription laws.

Sydney Michiel Matteson Commonwealth Police LIS Dleciwn Hil

Universities and law continued from page one

The Nersites and Ste laws were autonomous with authority beyond campus. They conducted themselves with firmness within their areas of responsibility. University authorities have a duty to cooperate on matters involving state or Commonwealth law, and should do so. failure would erode accountability to both students and the Australian community that funds the university.

Fraser Sd University Authines Tuitson

Watchdog on 70mph limit device eyed for Victoria

A machine named Lasutte short for Visual Avenue speed text may be installed in Victoria police vehicles before year end. Police sources say the device could record approaching speeds and be part of a nationwide rollout. Authorities anticipate legislative action to approve use in 70 mph zones.

Metbourse Victoria Povicesary Ulut

Indo China to be top SEATO subject at Canberra talks

A full scale study of Indo-China is seen as a key issue for the SEATO meeting in Canberra in June. Senior military officials from SEATO members will discuss the regional situation ahead of the ministerial talks, with Australia represented by Owen and Fairbairn. UK, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, Pakistan and others are not yet clear on attendance.

South- East Asia Treaty Organisation Canberra Fairbairn Austalia SEATO Briain New Zea An Philippines Shine Thailand Pakistan Bangladesh Cauily i Ise Parliament House

Marchable protest disrupts court public event

A garbled report describes a parade and a court appearance with unclear names. It mentions a person planning to attend or lead a march as part of a dispute linked to a political figure, and a response about timing and conduct. The readable parts suggest tension around a scheduled procession and a magistrate inquiry.

Melbourne Town Hall hosts charity run to Sydney distance

A fragmented report notes a group from Melbourne traveling toward Sydney by road with a charity aim. Petey leads several supporters in the effort, covering about 35 miles toward Sydney while seeking donations from locals along the route.

Melbourne Tuewlay Ten Vallors Jets Melbourne Town Hall Sydney Tr Petey

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