India claims gains in fighting with Pakistan across East and West
India said it had made substantial gains against Pakistani forces in East and West Pakistan, seizing Comilla Airport and nearing Dacca while Dandikandi port reached. Pakistan admitted withdrawals from border towns as UN urged both sides to stop fighting and withdraw from occupied areas. India demanded Bangladeshi recognition and release of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, as editorial attacks continued in state papers.
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Indian forces capture Comilla and push toward Dhaka
Military spokesman says Comilla in East Pakistan fell to Indian forces aided by Mukti Bahini guerrillas. Indian troops reached Dowdandi near Dacca and linked with another river port Chandpur about 41 miles from the capital. Reports also mention Pakistani withdrawals along the border and air losses on both sides amid a six day war.
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Late News Trivilege Debate Amid Amendment Fest
An earlier report on this page notes a heated discussion over amendments with partisan clashes and procedural moves. The item highlights the ongoing debate’s cadence and the legislative attention it attracted.
ALP blocks salaries package deal in Parliament
The Labor Party blocked an all or nothing plan on parliamentary salary increases, forcing adjournment and a night of debate as ministers sought strategy. ALP supports basic raises for backbenchers and MPs while opposing extra increases for ministers and public servants amid a Kerr tribunal recommendation of nine thousand five hundred to thirteen thousand, later trimmed to twelve thousand dollars.
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Breach of Agreement Sparks Salary Row in Parliament
David Solomon reports on a government battle over Kerr’s salary recommendations. Parliament faces 26 percent increases amid restraint, with McMahon defending moderation while opposition Labours breach talks and threaten further action. The dispute centers on parliamentary salaries and ministerial pensions.
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Extended report of PMs speech and Kerrs report
A detailed itemized summary covers the prime ministerial address and Mr Justice Kerrs report. The article highlights the main points, context, and implications, with references to pages containing full tables for deeper detail.
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NSW government rejects call for police inquiry
The NSW Government defeated an Opposition move for a parliamentary inquiry into the State's Police Force. The report notes reforms in conciliation and arbitration may shift the political stance away from demobilisation, with opposition leaders criticising the Labour Minister Mr Lynch and the arbitration proposal.
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Ships join mothball fleet amid work shortage
TheNational Vine lines up two more ships to join the Australian mothball fleet as a work shortage bites. The US Navy clarified why Harold E Holt station commander in Western Australia was relieved last month. The ACT Cricket Association action blocks ACT rep Gary Potts from rejoining ANU.
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Travesty of justice on contempt charge debate rages
The Australian Privileges Committee verdict finding Alan Reid and Australian Consolidated Press editors guilty of contempt is attacked as a travesty of justice by Mr Fraser. He says the committee acted like a kangaroo court and warns the decision undermines law and dignity of Parliament amid debate over reporting on quorum disruptions.
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Opera singer dies after fall from London flat
Australian soprano Marie Collier died in London after falling from her second floor flat while reportedly trying to push open a window. Her husband Victor Vorwerg and manager Henry Mathieu were with her. foul play was ruled out. Collier, 44, left four children aged 9 to 16.
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Canberra Life Line invites lonely to join Christmas celebrations
Canberra Life Line coordinator invites lonely people to Christmas Day family celebrations in Canberra. Since opening on August 9, Life Line has logged 1 03 calls seeking support, averaging 61 weekly, with a peak of 125 in a single week. Professor Malcolm Whyte notes high counts of suicide-related inquiries reflect its unique ACT role.
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Australians Buy Rolls-Royce Cars at High Rate
Sydney report notes that Australians likely purchase more Rolls Royce cars per capita than any country except Switzerland and rank third globally in annual Rolls Royce sales. Raymond Salisbury Jones, British marketing manager for Rolls Royce Motors Ltd, announced on arrival in Sydney.
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Missing climbers sighted on Mount Tasman ascent
Two climbers missing on Mount Tasman in the Southern Alps were sighted moving higher on the snow clad peak today amid ongoing search efforts. Timaru New Zealand aid agencies reported the sighting as authorities coordinated to locate the climbers and ensure their safety.
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