Ousted Liberal MPs suspended in SA House clash
Adelaide Tuesday saw Liberal M heads Hall and Brookman suspended from the South Australian House of Assembly after a heated clash over Question Time procedures. Premier Dunstan moved the suspensions, signaling a rare double punishment amid accusations of partiality by Speaker Hurst.
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Summer heat bakes Canberra with 87 degree start
Canberra opened with a scorching day reaching 87 degrees eight above the monthly average. The low was 52 and a 61 reading by 7am, as the day progressed temps and forecasted warmth continued with a predicted high near 86. Local residents faced a hot morning and sizzling afternoon ahead.
Arid Dead Storm Banl Ok Reported Toll
Authorities say more than 29 people are feared dead after a storm struck southern Holland today causing widespread damage. United Nations and local officials report casualties and evacuations as rescue efforts continue.
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Pope hosts candlelit Mass at Randwick amid windy vigil
The Pope led a Mass at Randwick Racecourse before about a quarter million people in Sydney marking Australia’s bicentenary. Wind gusts blew out many candles as clergy wrestled with vestments. the Pontiff urged spiritual focus, opened to gifts from 39 national groups, and mingled with worshippers after the service amid police protection. The Pope attended a Pan Pacific Bishops conference earlier and warned of materialism while praising unity through pluralism. He appeared tired but steady as another full day awaited him.
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Second-class PS in PNG says head at Port Moresby
Port Moresby. Ger ald Ankles, chairman of the Public Service Board, declared Papua New Guinea has a second-class public service with illegal, unethical and disloyal officers. He cited political manipulation and grace-and-favour appointments, calling the public service association's conduct disgraceful amid a seminar opening. He noted punctuality and discipline woes and joked about visiting Konedobu late.
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Integrity inquiry raises questions on discipline and patronage
Mr Ankles denounces lack of discipline and grace and favour appointments among officers. He accuses several supervisors of lax oversight, disclosure of confidential information, and unethical actions, warning of severities if misconduct continues. Continued on Page 11.
ANU Examination Results Publication Date Set
The Australian National University will publish examination results on Saturday December 12. A copy of The Canberra Times containing the results will be posted to a nominated address for 12c, including postage, with delivery to Canberra City.
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New gasfield indicated in far north of South Australia
ADELAIDE Tuesday report indicates a new gas field in the far north of South Australia. Pursuit Oil NL announced a test flow of one million cubic feet a day from the Szezelecki No 1 well. Mir A J Knights of Santos Ltd, which has a drilling farm-out with Pursuit, said the development enhances prospects.
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Archbishop Ramsey urges change to end apartheid violence
In Johannesburg the Archbishop of Canterbury Michael Ramsey warned that only big changes by white South Africans can remove inhumanities and injustices of apartheid to prevent violent revolution. He spoke during a South Africa tour and said time was short. Ramsey planned to fly to Nairobi next.
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No party but 500 gift from Ready Mixed Concrete Canberra
Ready Mixed Concrete (Canberra) Pty Ltd will donate 500 to Koo Marr Pre-School and Training Centre instead of Christmas parties. Regional manager W. P. Fox said he hopes other firms follow suit, arguing there is no moral justification for corporate entertainment at Christmas for people already well off.
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Papal Bicentenary Mass Draws 250000 at Randwick in Australia
A vast crowd gathered at Randwick racecourse for the Papal bicentenary Mass with 250000 in attendance. The Pope appeared in a Rolls Royce to cheers as thousands filled stands and grounds, amid Gregorian chants, fanfares, and a procession of cardinals and bishops.
Auction planned for Akuna Street city block site
A Canberra site in Akuna Street City offered at auction next year with minimum cost of 2.5 million for an office building and shops. Assessed rating value 950,000 and reserve 712,000. Auction March 23 will include a lease. building to two towers of about 10 storeys with a 16,000 sq ft retail area and basement parking for up to 100. Development must start within 18 months and finish in three years.
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Bridge inquiry cites ignored methods by main contractor engineers
At the royal commission into the West Gate Bridge disaster the section engineer for the designers said contractors and their workmen neglected building methods. He noted repeated concerns about the inexperience of the contractor's staff and criticized supervision and adherence to standards.
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