Backing for legal aid sought by Australian lawyers group
A special meeting of the Australian Government Lawyers Association called on all parties to publicly support continuing the Legal Aid Office and providing effective legal aid. The executive council was urged to place an advertisement outlining the association’s views. The meeting supported the view that government action and funding are needed.
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Medibank call for clear air amid funding debate
A garbled report cites figures and quotes about health spending and Medibank policy. It references opposition comments on bulk-billing, cost differences, and potential price changes, with mentions of public figures and policy steps.
Socialist Workers League candidate Rod Quinn runs in Senate bid
Rod Quinn, 40, a candidate for the ACT Senate with the Socialist Workers League, has a long history in leftist activism. He has marched against the Korean War, helped organize anti-Vietnam protests in Melbourne in the 1960s and 1970s, and led the Victorian Line in the Moratorium campaign. He now chairs the ACT Friends of Palestine and campaigns for socialist policies including a 35-hour work week with 40 hour pay and automatic monthly income adjustments.
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ACT independents seek Senate seats in Canberra bid
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