Turbulence in Gazelle Peninsula as Mataungan clashes flare
The conflict around Rabaul on New Britain centers on assaults on Hay's companions during a Papuan admin visit and threats against Gazelle Peninsula Local Government Council supporters. Mataungan Association battles police while hundreds camp in Rabaul park awaiting the release of nine charged with rioting. experts urge balanced, progressive administration.
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Matalua
Malaguna
Gazelle
New Britain
Papua New Guinea
Hay
Gazelle Peninsula
Mataungan
Rabaul
East New Britain
Port Moresby
Tolai
Bougainville
Canberra debates Griffin plan and Capital Hill Ring Road
Readers critique Walter Burley Griffin’s Canberra design, defending its urban unity and transport vision while opposing Russell defence complex siting and monumentality moves. They urge preserving Commonwealth Avenue trees, improving bridges, and public discussion on the Capital Hill Ring Road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth Avenue
State Circle
Capital Hill Ring
Canberra
Walter Burley Griffin
City Hill
Griffin
Russell
Parliamentary Triangle
Parliamentary Complex
Airport
Tarcoola Beach
Niger Poton State Circle
Capital Hill Ring Road
Laurie Virr
Theople
Canerr
Lake Burley Griffin
Molonglo
Jerry Kilmartin
Lennox Crossing
Aspen Island
Regatta Point
John Murray
Give way signs raise traffic safety plea in Braddon
Douglas Cocks of Braddon urges clearer give way signs at Girrahween and Torrens Streets after weekend collision near the corner. He argues every sign should show right of way prominently to prevent more accidents and save national productivity. He notes letters should include full signature and address.
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Canberra
Russell
Anzac Parade
Russell Complex
National Library
Girrahween Torrens
Braddon
Poseidon
California
Cord Ny ‘Ilike
Bret
Douglas Cocks
Clean up drive in Kuala Lumpur ends slum era
A Kuala Lumpur crackdown on squatter slums led to dramatic fires and demolition. Authorities ordered move outs, offered low cost flats, and imposed strict fines to curb littering and street neglect. About 3,000 people were affected as the cleared district prepares for a road and new multi storey development, with broader municipal cleanup spreading to other towns.
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Theational Operations Council
Kuala Lumpur
Pacific Area Travel Association
Ingapore
Rette
Medan
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Tolais
Rauabaul
Burley Griffin
Epier
Canberra Times
Gould of
Sue Power
Susan Conrick
Debra Wallace
Julie Crawford
Sandra Cuell
Margot Nelmes
Martha Alvaros
Helen Beale
Rose Munitano
Elida de Angelis
Jenny Webster
Marea Brennan
Juliene
Marie An
Frances
John Cardiff
Turner
Conservatoria
M. Weeden
NCDC
Seley
Wich
Wevfo
Capital Hill
Angie Parade
Weston Creek
J. H. Webb
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