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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 12, 1968

Page

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Strike to go ahead despite order by Arbitration Commission

Federal and ACT branches of the Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen's Association plan a four hour strike in Canberra from noon today despite a commission order. They demand higher wages, with a meeting at the Trademen’s Union club to push for increases. Employers resist, noting Canberra workers have long been paid more. the ACT Employers’ Federation has offered smaller raises.

Baween Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen’s Association Canberra Pan Essin Ialervieakuth Tradermens Union Club Hey FEDFA ACT Cunberes Ame Wehose ACT Employers’ Federation Man Turk FEDPA

Withdrawal May Ready Talks With North Vietnam

The Hanoi spokesperson Me Neuve Than Le said today Vietnam would discuss peace with a total of troops from South Vietnam soon at the Paris Conference on Vietnam. United Press service did not confirm the report.

Torie Paris Wednewday Hanoi Me Neuve Than le Asid Voday Nuh Vietnwey Fae

ACT approves extra government aid for independent schools

The ACT government announced expanded aid to independent schools, extending the Commonwealth loan subsidy for approved building projects and continuing interest subsidies. The plan, led by Minister Fraser, shifts repayment of outstanding capital to the government and seeks to ease building programs for Catholic and other independent institutions amid rising running costs.

Act Education and Science Fraser Trig Canberra Gowiburn Tv, Cahill Fraser Inst Angwat Brania Miter DLP Senmor FP McManus Canberri

Milk delay prompts charges from ACT vendors

Mr John Zalt, secretary of the ACT Milk Vendors Association, said yesterday that a delivery fee is pending with government authorities and major milk firms. Mr Fr M Newell, manager of the Gen Co operative Society Ltd, hopes to have the issues fixed by Tuesday as full report continues on page three.

Mune Vengors Waitia Pe Mae Ritg Aviations John Zalt ACT Milk Vendors’ Association Fr. M. Newell Persod Gen Co.operative Society’ Ltd

No end in sight on embassy sit in Canberra

Ankara says it is astonished by the Turkish embassy dispute in Canberra over occupancy of the residence at Mugga Way. The drama centers on lease issues with Mrs Sheila Newland, while police guard the building and External Affairs officials seek a diplomatic solution ahead of the ambassador’s residence lease.

Turkey Australia Mehmet Baydur Canberra Mugga Way Lusury Sheila Nowand Mandy “Gulming BV. Bamsay Ator Newland

Defence basis decided by Prime Minister in 1971 plan

Prime Minister Gorton said Australia has made basic decisions on its future defence role in Southeast Asia after British withdrawal from Malaysia and Singapore, but will not publish them until after Parliament resumes on February 25. He indicated Malaysia and Singapore were informed that no deferral of major defence decisions had occurred, and that post-1971 plans would be outlined to Defence and Cabinet for final approval.

Gorton Australia South-east Asia Malaysia Singapore Gortonaly Austration Visinau Heafer Defence Garton Parliament House Havie Southeast Asia Mahiysia Gorlon House of Representatives Yne Mr Gore Aniow Uhre Hrac South Awit Asia Male Mc Gorton Coxian Gorlo Unites States Nikon Cuscome Vietnam Australi Gore Cartier Australian Equity Stock Exchanges Stock Exchange Ction Ayere Commission Colwul Firth SIALE Inc Counllor CE. Meyer

Australian Defence Policy Unsettled After Parliament Rise

Prime Minister signals possible post 1271 defence options as Cabinet narrows final choices. Gorton disputes claims of final decisions before US trip and Vietnam talks. Focus remains on whether Australia will pursue forward defence or fortress Australia amid Malaysia and Singapore considerations.

Overseas investment policy under review by government

The government began a full re-examination of its overseas investment policy three months ago aiming to replace the capitulatory approach with new controls. Advisors study methods including Australian equity involvement and debenture capital, with results due to Cabinet after January. Prime Minister Gorton noted three recent actions signaling a shift, including blocking overseas control of MLC, seeking tougher listing rules, and reducing Australian equity in the Northern Territory alumina project.

Australia Autralian Teix Gorton Commonwealth Prime Ministers London Legis Lone MLC Australay Stock Exchanges Goverauxite Alumina Northern Territory

Government seeks cautious stance on overseas voting rights

The Prime Minister signaled a wait and see approach to Mock exchanges and overseas voting rights. He warned the proposal could hinder overseas efficiency by protecting weak Australian firms while sparing stronger assets, and noted selective controls might shield Australian companies. Continued on Page 3.

Tre Commonwealthe State Alummneys General Felatingg

Protection body warns consumers of duping schemes

Fragmented newspaper text reports consumer protection concerns about deception and fraud. Mentions council report on fraud and suspicions of money loss. References to new money for a market and peace talks between the US and North Vietnam with reopens of talks.

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Council backs plan for five acre border holdings

Yarrowlimla Shire Council favors creating special zones around the ACT for five acre residential plots. The council voted yes in principle and approved a report by Mr T M Firth showing five acre sites near Hall Si Wangendorf and Ouewabeyan with about 300 acres per area.

Yarrowlimla Shire Nsw Calmeits T M. Firth Sigleis Sydney Hall Si Wangendorf Ouewabeyan Wera Janelwea

Australia to give grants for arts totaling 1.5 million

The government announced 1.5 million Australian dollars in grants for the performing arts. Prime Minister Garton unveiled the fund alongside the Australian Government Tower project in Canberra and Sydney. The plan aims to support arts development and facilities.

Australia Grarts Ars

Russia Soviet union economic woes in annual report

Fragmented OCR notes report Russia and the Soviet Union facing labor and economic troubles. Mentions an annual borussia position, bridge climate, and various page references. Limited legible facts focus on troubled labor and economy with scattered citations to sections and pages.

Russia Bursia

Restoration of Worship Forms in Modern Christianity

Fragmented OCR notes discuss religious observances, worship patterns, and the restoration of church practices. It mentions Abel’s offering, Old Testament worship versus New Testament, and debates on proper ceremonies and church order. The text references Emigration, denominations, and the idea of restoring genuine worship in the 20th century.

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