MPs Fly Home in RAAF VIP Squadron Amid Strikes
The Whitlam government used RAAF VIP aircraft to transport struck MPs from Canberra to their electoral seats. At least three aircraft, two BAC One-Eleven jets and a Hawker Siddeley 748, carried Labor Liberal and Country MPs to Brisbane Townsville Melbourne and Berth. A Government spokesman said the Prime Minister authorized the operation to free seats for the public and enable MPs to resume electoral duties amid fuel shortages and air chaos.
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Police arrest 27 at ANU during student protest
Australian National University faced a rare campus disruption as 27 students including 13 women occupied a PABX switchboard after attempting to enter the Chancelry. The protest followed a board meeting that adopted resolutions on reform proposals such as student participation, course design, assessment freedom, smaller class sizes, and a women’s studies course. The vice chancellor promised future discussions while security and campus authorities debated the alleged breakage of a switchroom door and other incidents.
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Minister seeks amendment to remove redevelopment value from rates
The Minister for the Capital Territory Mr Bryant plans to amend the Rates Ordinance to exclude redevelopment potential from rating valuations. If successful, Kingston Griffith residents facing large rate hikes may avoid increases, as valuations and general rates would be reassessed. A review of the ordinance has begun and ratepayers are urged to appeal revaluations. If unsuccessful, some residential properties could see rates exceed $600 in the current financial year, with examples of rises from $131 to $637 and other substantial jumps in leases linked to redevelopment areas.
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Immunity plan for Nixon tied to resignation move
Senator Edward Brooke introduced a Senate resolution offering President Nixon immunity from prosecution if he resigns. The measure faces strong opposition as Brooke and other lawmakers urge Nixon to step down. Separately, the New York Daily News says press chief Raymond Price is drafting a resignation speech for nationwide TV, citing a White House aide.
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Chanel Solitaire review and Himalayan book notes
Coco Chanel is noted for its fashion dicta as Solrun Haaas reviews Chanel Solitaire on page 8. Toni Hagen's new Nepal study by Swiss geologist offers real insights into Nepal and its people, as Harry Black writes on page 9.
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Transport strike disrupts airlines
Melbourne reports a major disruption as the Transport Workers Union launches a strike grounding commercial flights across Australia. About 80,000 Victorians were stood down with 175,000 expected by Monday, as unions pause work across states and oil workers resume normal duties in NSW and Victoria.
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ACT men vote today in Canberra fuel and transport disruption
ACT workers vote on continuing a strike as fuel supplies thin and transport limited. TWU and MSW drivers bring some petrol to depots while NSW union members keep to agreed tasks. bakeries suffer shortages and airline services face delays as Canberran life strains under the disruption.
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Meat-delivery dispute leads to Woolworths strike-break claims
An incident linked to the strike involved alleged delivery of lamb carcasses to a Woolworths store in rented trucks. The Meat Industry Employees Union bans Woolworths over meat sale hours, while the TWU of Australia withholds meat. The NSW TWU reportedly used small hire trucks unfit for meat, prompting a health report. Police cars replace public transport for staff, and Canberra tip sites stay open to handle waste during the stoppage.
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Newsman dies in Cyprus during convoy warning
In Nicosia a British television newsman was killed while warning colleagues of mine danger as a four car convoy entered a fighting zone in northern Cyprus. Five other journalists, two British and three American, were wounded in a series of blows during Turkish artillery fire. Ted Stoddard, a sound recordist with BBC TV, stepped on a landmine as he urged safety.
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Public roadway outside Parliament House ruled public street
Canberra magistrate Mr Pearson held that the road in front of Parliament House is a public street, despite a 1972 statement by the President of the Senate. He found Mr Peter Rees guilty of parking infringement, with $10 costs, noting the area falls within Commonwealth precincts and is open to the public. An appeal to the ACT Supreme Court was considered.
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Biggest July rise in unemployment reported
A government minister will announce the largest July unemployment increase in over two decades. The story notes rising jobless figures and links to broader economic concerns, with reference to ongoing regional and national discussions on labor market health.
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