$100m rural reconstruction plan outlined in Canberra meeting
The Commonwealth and State governments outlined a $100 million rural reconstruction programme over four years. State leaders pressed for flexible, cooperative administration with private credit support and retraining, while NSW expected 30 to 40 million and Victoria urged an urgent Premiers Conference with Prime Minister Gorton.
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Land valuations surge in Canberra suburbs amid rates rises
Canberra residents report wide swings in residential land valuations with increases up to 300 per cent and rates up as much as 100 per cent in some suburbs. The Department of the Riverion noted no complaints by close of business yesterday. A Pearce resident cited unimproved capital value of a block at 25 000, about 2 200 above two years ago, while an independent assessor valued another block at 8 200 four to five months earlier. Neighboring blocks sold for 6 000 to 10 000 with recent leases fetching up to 15 300. A 25 000 valuation would push Mr Campbell’s rates to about 400. Further details continued on Page 3.
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Late News Translates Murky Market Brief
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Peace Talks Open as Vietnam War Prisoner Deals Donated
Viet Cong leader Mrs Nguyen Thi Binh said talks could swap prisoners if Washington agrees to pull out troops by June. David Bruce backed daily meetings to hasten Christmas release, proposing immediate action on release of all North Vietnamese POWs in exchange for South Vietnamese and international personnel held abroad. Bruce avoided exact numbers, noting about 28,000 Viet Cong detainees in South Vietnam could be affected.
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Peru Quake Triggers Panic In Northern Regions
A strong earthquake struck northern Peru causing instant panic and communication disruptions. Reports say no official casualty figures or damage details were available immediately, with authorities prioritizing danger assessment in Lima and surrounding areas.
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Violence flares as Basque trial concludes in Spain
In Burgos a military court martial deliberates behind closed doors on 16 Basques charged with terrorism and rebellion. Madrid saw about 300 demonstrators clash with police. Granada protests smashed two banks and hurled a Molotov cocktail. Defence lawyers report no verdict yet, with expectations of days. Masques said to be in touch with kidnapper of a West German contact, promising release if all defendants spared.
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Major defence review outlines secrecy and aims
In a briefing, Mr Fraser described a fundamental defence review. It will remain largely secret though aspects will justify next year’s rollout of the five year equipment programme. The review covers Britain’s Malaysia fortress, Nixon doctrine impact, and Soviet Indian Ocean intrusions, with a likely nine battalion army, helicopter decisions, and HMC base use for nuclear submarines at Cockburn Sound.
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Victorian MLA Pay Rise Push Draws Big Attention
Victorian legislators face substantial salary increases amid debates reported on page 7. The note hints at wide public and media interest across courts and finance sections, with brief mentions of arts, entertainment, television, and radio coverage.
Hotel Ic Price Hike Bobbed In Jungle Bar Debate
Hotel Civic in Caserta faced questions last night over a reported price increase for middy beer in its Jungle Bar. A spokesman would not confirm the rise while several hotel managers said they had not raised prices after reviewing the situation.
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Defence moves to seal CMF loophole
The Defence Department aims to block a loophole allowing National Service abstainers to dodge CMF obligations. Reports say many CMF prospective enlistees could serve six years in the CMF regardless of ballot outcomes, and the government plans consultations to tighten rules before year’s end.
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Mr Hulme to quit Parliament
BRISBANE Thursday The Postmaster General Mr Hulme announced he would not seek re election at the 1972 House of Representatives elections. He said he gave notice now to allow an early choice of a suitable candidate for the Petrie district. He was first elected Liberal Member for Petrie in 1949 and served as Minister of Supply from 1958 to 1961. He was defeated in 1961 but later re elected.
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