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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 11, 1969

Page

10

Senator Gair Outlines DLP Policy And Leadership Call

Senator Gair warned the government lacks leadership in foreign affairs and defence. He urged the DLP to push a four point program including a defence review, self reliance, expansion of domestic industry, and acquisition of aircraft carriers to strengthen Australia’s defence and foreign role ahead of the anticipated federal election.

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Post-1971 Defence Talks Include Australia New Zealand

Singapore sources say Malaysia weighed a written defence agreement with Australia and New Zealand after 1971. Prime Minister Razak reportedly cast doubt on the post 1971 Anzac commitment while confirming talks with Western allies.

Bishop condemns tongues belief in Malmsbury area

The Bishop of Bendigo Ronald Richards spoke to urge the Tongues movement to die down in Malmsbury area. He warned parishioners and church members about publicity around speaking in tongues and urged calm among several parishes while noting no formal church policy change.

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Prolonged Fight Over land Requisition Sparks Village Unity

In a land dispute involving the Orovana and Arawa villages, residents say they oppose compulsory acquisition of 175 acres for a construction camp and storage areas, with plans to seize up to 640 acres for a park. Activists and officials debate settlement options as protests and police action surface, while a High Court injunction is sought to halt government seizures. Voices from factions include local leader William Bele and Assembly member Paul Lagan amid calls for unity and legal recourse.

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Man charged after alleged mining attempt at CRA garden

Melbourne police report a man charged with disruptive conduct after attempting to stake a mining site in the CRA garden near Collins Street. The incident, connected to a protest outside the CRA building, led to court appearances and a demand that the accused address the charges in Melbourne.

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Fire destroys Cooma Bowling Club in early morning blaze

Firefighters from Cooma battled a blaze that razed the Snowy Mountains district bowling club building about 2 15 am. Police and fire officials investigated the cause as suspicious, with the venue containing poker machines and fittings destroyed in the damage.

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Couple injured in early morning road crash

A couple, Mia Satay-Elizabeth and Ronald Arthur Mill,were injured in a morning crash at Wangjitong Crescent Aranda. Mrs Mill suffered broken wrists and cuts and was taken to Duncanbaneyan Hospital. The hospital said both were stable with treatment ongoing.

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Two Die From Fault in Bus Crash Near Mackay

A broken steering mechanism caused a Redline tour bus to leave the main highway near Alligator Creek heading north. The crash killed two passengers, with 20 others injured and rushed to Mackay Rose Hospital. Among the dead were Allan Byridge and 14 residents of Mackay, while Willan John Keer and Bele Vorm Patterson were among the injured.

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Silver chalice memorial at Jon's Church ceremony

Viscountess Lancossit unveils a memorial land feature a beaten silver chalice and paver at Jon's Church in memory of her husband, the former Governor General of Australia Viscount Thatessit, who died in office in 1961.

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Bandits in Four Robberies Shake Sydney Left Bleeding City

Police probe four Sydney robberies in which thieves struck Bondi Manly North Ryde and Epping, stealing about 530,000. A woman was injured at Bondi Junction, a proprietor injured at Epping, and a director hospitalized with a fractured skull. Investigators name youths involved and urge public tips to catch the attackers.

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US Envoy Signals Australia Sugar Quota Debate Clouding Ambassadorship

US Ambassador-designate Walter L. Rivet told a Senate committee he holds stock in three Australian firms but has not decided what to do with it. He would resign if Rice approved, while Fulbright pressed questions on Australia’s sugar quota and the value of Australian ambassadorships, noting doubts about continued sugar concessions.

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Mission ends talks on F-111 aircraft

A top level Australian defence mission completed intensive talks at the Pentagon on the future of the 24 F-111 fighter bombers ordered for the Royal Australian Air Force. Reuters report from Washington states talks concluded today with the two sides outlining ongoing requirements and potential implications for the RAAF program.

Washington Reuter Pentagon RAAF

Delayed metric measures under attack across nations

Report notes opposition to metric weight schemes with officials from Australia and Britain voicing concerns. References to government schemes, a select committee, and international figures. Mentions planned meetings in San Diego and Canberra with a mission to reconvene and depart by Wednesday.

Revulsion at PNG action in Melbourne ward sparks debate

A chaotic report from Aogainville Island details strong opposition to a proposed conversion plan. Community leaders including Reverend Arthur Preston and others weigh in on the government’s timetable, with fears the transition to metric measures could last up to ten years and raise costs. Arguments cite national identity and regional impact between Papua New Guinea and Australia as the debate intensifies.

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