Canberra telecommunication tower project approved by Governor General
The National Capital Development Commission gains approval to proceed with the Black Mountain tower project. Governor General Sir Paul Hasluck chairs a council that endorses continuing planning for Canberra while the Minister for Urban and Regional Development and Cabinet endorse construction. The decision, amid procedural disputes, authorizes immediate work on the tower.
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Fire kills 19 at Spanish furniture factory
A fierce blaze swept through a Sitag osea furniture factory today, killing 19 workers and injuring two more. Fire officials say the cause is under investigation as rescue teams continue to search the scene.
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Spas
Christmas Spirit Shattered as Gifts Stolen from Family Home
In a Brownsport incident, a family awoke to a break in Friday morning around 2:30 AM. Christine, 18, sustained a minor eye injury during the burglary, as the thief seized five Christmas presents intended for relatives including David 16 Marion 13 Katrina 1 and Andrew 9, plus Christine’s overnight bag and a suitcase. The family, once close knit, faced a bleak holiday as the thief targeted gifts from grandparents and aunts in Mel ure, leaving the children without cherished items and the home with a chill of betrayal.
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Search continues for 73 missing people in cyclone wreck
Suva Tuesday civil defense report says air and sea search will run until dark for 68 still missing after the ship Uluilakeba sank in Cyclone Lottie southeast of the Fiji Islands. Fiji Government vessel Makogai and the Black Sea Seachow helped rescue 27 survivors from the stricken ship. two of the rescued were in poor condition. Prime Minister Mara visited Suva as survivors from the other sunk vessel Makogai were expected. Government vessels and a wage will join the disaster effort at daylight tomorrow.
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Floods Hit Six Malaysian States Thirteen Dead
Heavy floods sweep six Malaysian states including Trengganu Pahang Kedah Perlis Kelantan with more than 3000 evacuated and at least twenty feared dead after a severe cyclone hit coastal regions. Communications have been disrupted as rescue efforts continue and fishermen return to shore.
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Missile warning to pilots in Northern Ireland
London experts warn that Army helicopters in Northern Ireland may be equipped with Soviet made SAM-7 ground to air missiles. The Daily Telegraph reports concern that weapons from the Middle East conflict could reach the region. Page 6.
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Whitlam presses poll talk on double dissolution plan
The Prime Minister Whitlam signals a hard line on possible double dissolution next year insisting he refuses to be a lame duck leader and will seek Senate support to push major legislation such as schools health and overseas trade. He argues delivering policy wins justifies an extended tenure in office.
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Stolen Suits From Melbourne Clothing Factory
Two young men dressed in overalls posing as repairmen backed a delivery wagon into the North Melbourne clothing factory storeroom early Tuesday and drove off with about 150 men's suits valued at 7000.
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Melbourne
North Melbourne
CP-Labor deal on schools faces Senate delay
The Leader of the Country Party Anthony signalled no reconsideration of last week’s agreement between Nixon and Acting Minister Bowen on passing two school bills. The Schools Commission Bill was postponed, while the Grants for School Bill awaited Senate fate as Liberal opposition sought amendments. Government sources said amendments would not be taken up in the House. Country Party support remained intact with five Country Party Senators voting with the government.
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Government signals partial support for Schools Commission Bill
Government reportedly backs amendments to the Schools Commission Bill allowing aid to category A government schools at a reduced level from Liberal plans. Prime Minister Whitlam indicated a phased approach, with government schools receiving resources through the Karmel Committee's framework. Debate to continue in parliament with Senate amendment requests and state grants discussed for 1974 and 1975.
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Arbitration Bills pledge by Labour Minister
Mr Cameron told the opening session of a Canberra industrial peace conference that three Bills to amend the Conciliation and Arbitration Act would be introduced in the autumn and spring sessions. The bills aim to ease penalties, grant immunity to unions and members from certain tort liabilities, and facilitate amalgamation of unions and employers. A panel of part time arbitrators and fixed term appointments for members of the tribunal were also discussed, with a timetable to be speeded up if approved.
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No Rationing Foreseen for Fuel and Petrol in Australia
A government spokesman stated there is no immediate plan for fuel or petrol rationing in Australia. He noted no oil shortage domestically but warned of bunkering oil constraints and said the government is monitoring the situation closely.
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Marie
Minerals
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Bulldozer tears through home in Springvale tragedy
Melbourne resident Jim Hutchings says his bulldozer driven in a fit of rage wrecked most of his $25,000 house in Springvale. The machine broke down before completion. family separation and financial strain followed as repairs stalled and utilities were cut.
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Jim ‘Hutchings
Springvale
Talks on leave bonus from Federal Cabinet approved
A compulsory conference was eased to work out interim arrangements for the 47498 holiday pay. Public servants gain support as the plan moves forward. Federal Cabinet approves the measure amid political debate and upcoming elections. Industry and energy sectors discuss ore imports and energy policy impacts. Doug Walters shines as NSW defeats New Zealand by seven wickets at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
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