Australian duo Robertson and Boyd announce engagement
Denise Robertson and Ray Boyd, both top Australian athletes, announced their engagement after a Pacific Conference meet at Bruce Stadium in Canberra. Boyd, 26, from Melbourne, won the men’s pole vault while Robertson, 24, claiming the 145 metre sprint, met her goal amid informal competition. They plan to marry on January 28 and reside in Melbourne after Robertson moved from Brisbane. The couple first met at the 1974 Commonwealth Games in New Zealand, and marriage had been on the cards since then.
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Poll doubts on Senate result in election analysis
Hobart reports an opinion poll shows the Government leading in the House but doubts its Senate control. Figures suggest Liberal National Coalition 44.3 percent, ALP 42.9, Democrats 9.7, DLP 4.6, others 1.5. NSW Coalition 46, Labor 43, Democrats 9. Victoria Coalition 40, Labor 44, Democrats 13. The poll notes possible Labor losses in New South Wales and possible Democrat gains in Victoria.
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Stop the Refos: Darwin refugee influx fuels unrest
In Darwin a broad coalition of unions, residents, and business figures unite against a rising flow of refugees. Officials confirm arrivals carrying gold amid sugar concealment, with further boats rumored. Citizens debate policy, stressing jobs, spending, and security as politicians pledge action in a tense climate.
Peacock voices stance on Vietnamese refugee boat Song Be 12
Australia faces a request from Vietnam to repatriate 181 people aboard Song Be 12 who arrived at Darwin. Foreign Minister Peacock said genuine refugees stay, while those wishing to return may do so. A second vessel, Kien Gang, with about 75 on board, was located and will be escorted to Darwin.
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Vietnam trawler refugees face return and quarantine
Seven say they want to return as immigration authorities in Darwin decide the fate of the Song Be 12 crew and three Vietnamese soldiers. Four crewmen reportedly change their minds and wish to go back to Vietnam, while others receive quarantine and health checks. Most refugees are Vietnamese from Saigon, with few possessions.
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Report urges sweeping changes in sexual morality laws
The five volume Raya commission report recommends decriminalizing prostitution and homosexual acts, restricting living off earnings from prostitution to coercion cases, and allows contraception or abortion for a 14 year old with consent but without parental consent. The proposal, costing about $1 million, drew swift political backlash in Perth from Prime Minister Fraser.
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Major proposals on decriminalising homosexuality and reform
The report urged decriminalising homosexuality and broad social reforms. Prime Minister Whitlam framed terms of reference and appointed commissioners, while Fraser urged examining merits of the royal commission. Recommendations include lowering the age of consent, abortion access as a health service, contraception campaigns, and education reforms across health and sexuality.
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