Fires Rage Across Sydney Suburbs Killing and Destroying
Sydney faces deadly bushfires with at least one death and many injuries as eight homes burn in Pennant Hills North Turramurra Bundeenay Fairfield and outer western areas. Firefighters race to contain blazes amid 37 degree heat and 30 knot winds with city rail delays and evacuations.
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Pennant Hills
Turramurra
Sydney
Bundeenay
Fairfield
Iminy
Harbour Bridge
West Thornleigh
Westleigh
Bundeena
Mount Pleasant
Inna
Wilcannia
Blue Mountains
Canberra Storm Triggered Fire Restrictions and Damage
Strong winds in Canberra caused property damage including five downed trees and a demolished shed. Restrictions from the ACT Bushfire Council began mid夜ight and apply until further notice. Power outages occurred as trees fell on lines near Deakin Red Hill and the Australian National University. A weather bureau forecast warned of continued gusty conditions with cooler relief expected today. The day reached 28 degrees, with a fire danger warning in forest areas.
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ACT
Canberra
Grey Street
Deakin
Red Hill
Watson
Bureau of Meteorology
Goulbuen
Cooma
Tariff cuts debated after devaluation and act limits
Government officials and lawmakers debated selective tariff cuts amid the Industries Assistance Commission Act limits. The discussion focused on ministerial authority, across the board reductions, and the inflationary impact of devaluation on import prices. A table illustrated required cuts by industry to restore protection to pre devaluation levels.
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Industries Assistance Commission Act
Fac
Howard Whitever
Fraser
Whitkim
Lynch
Clothing and Industries
Government to convene loan council meeting
Government announced a meeting of the Loan Council after Premiers pressed for a federal discussion on the economy. Treasurer Lynch said the full Premiers Conference should address avenues of policy and unity, with a possible June timing discussed.
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Lynch Iits
Canberra
Maninter
Lynch
Finch
Niger
Retirement age plans revealed by public service
Fragmented notes describe a planned retirement age gesture and actions by separate groups. The text hints at staged discussions and possible policy changes affecting personnel, with unclear specifics on dates or officials involved.
Canberra inner suburb redevelopment plans for 2000 homes
The National Capital Development Commission announced a plan to build about 2,000 houses in inner Canberra increasing population by around 6,000. Half will be medium density and half standard housing in Ainslie, Hackett, O Connor, Yarralumla, Campbell and Deakin with parkland and sports grounds identified. Public comment period runs to March 4 next year.
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Canberra
National Capital Development Commission
Ainslie
Nackett
O'Connor
Yarralumla
Campbell
Deakin
Hindmarsh Drive
Mugea Way
Thes
Commission
Mount Ain Lie Majura Protests Foothill Nature Reserve Threat
Spokesman for the Mount Ain Lie Majura Protection Association argued against the Proposals saying they would alienate foothills bushland of high recreational educational and environmental value. The land supports a viable nature reserve near the national capital and should not be transferred for marginal economic gain. Ron Jackson of the NCDC said the plan avoids town environmental damage and funding for some proposals may be cut next Budget. The commission claimed the land was suitable for residential development with projected sale values and potential revenue this year.
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Mount Ainlie
Majura Protection Association
NCDC
Ron Jackson
Canberra policy eyed for mixed use in residential zones
Canberran housing areas may see four redevelopment proposals allowing shops and services such as bookshops restaurants and antiques within residential zones. The commission cautions against excessive commercial use while permitting select services to enliven communities and support nearby residents and cultural venues.
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Eumanissien
Canberra
Utaque
Ab Sas
Uslul
Hospital extension deferred by capital territory
Canberra defers a 39 million extension at the hospital as the capital territory scan commission delays the project. Volvo Australia reports it has not received a message from the Prices Justification Tribunal about price increases. Other pages note book reviews, a tale of after-racial passion and violent death, and city council discussions on late-night trading.
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Volvo Volo Australia Pty Ltd
SS. Richardson
Maurice Dunlevs
Australia
Nancy Parker
Colin Hughes
Jin McFarlane
Ian Warden
Canberra
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