Hayden Seeks Leadership Change for Federal Labor
Hayden signals substantial structural changes within the Labor Party to boost branch participation and influence. He argues policy should shift, not core aims, as he seeks the party leadership while a caucus vote decides. Fellow SA MP Cameron hints at criticism of Hayden’s role in the campaign.
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Leadership meeting on December 22 and Labor leadership
The Federal Parliamentary Labor Party held a December 22 leadership meeting three days before Christmas. Leader Whitlam announced he will step down and said leadership preferences would be decided next week. Canberra reports note cabinet moves and party speculation amid a tense leadership contest.
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Haslem Nears Canberra Victory With Vote Lead
In Canberra, Liberal candidate Haslem widened his margin by 170 votes over ALP rival Lawrence, as electoral officials counted ballots. The day’s tally reflected ongoing counts in the seat of Canberra, where results remained tentative pending further scrutiny.
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Doubtful House Seats Narrow After Counting
Still in doubt, further counting yesterday produced little change in the tally for the House of Representatives. The fifth NSW seat remains contested between the Government and the Democrats, with six seats generally doubtful: Riverina and Macquarie in NSW, La Trobe in Victoria, Hawker and Grey in South Australia, and the Northern Territory.
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Huge party planned to farewell Whitlam in Canberra
Civic coffee shop owner Gus Peter Silka says he hopes to stage Australia’s biggest farewell party for Leader of the Opposition Whitlam. He envisions inviting all of Canberra and possibly using Albert Hall, aiming to keep Whitlam from slipping into political obscurity as a symbol of national life ahead.
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Wage Rise 1.5 Per Cent Unions Warn of Action
The Full Bench granted a 1.5 per cent across the board wage rise, below the CPI by 0.5 per cent, citing economy costs and recent disputes. The increase, about $3 a week, takes effect after yesterday’s pay period and may be deferred to January 28 to ease employers’ burden of a $600 million wage bill. Industrial leaders expect further action despite the neutral stance of government and employers.
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Hawke condemns pay policy as ACTU weighs next move
Hawke protests at The ACTU president condemned the decision last night but said millions of workers faced no alternative but to return to the commission. The ACTU executive meeting in Melbourne will issue an official comment today. Reilly outlined the union’s plan to operate outside indexation guidelines, exploring overtime bans or selective action as a new tactic beyond widespread strikes.
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Polites Says Wage Rise Step in Right Direction
The Confederation of Australian Industry director Mr George Polites says he is reasonably happy with the decision. He urges winding back wage increases to national productivity levels to curb inflation, calling the current rise a step in the right direction. Sir John Moore’s comments appear on Page 18.
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Arbitration Commission Defies Government Over Inflation and Wages
The Arbitration Commission resisted government pressure to curb wage increases linking them to inflation and the average earnings, signaling it will continue to stand firm on independence. The piece notes Canberra’s past criticisms of the commission and its role as industrial conciliator and arbitrator amid a severe recession.
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NSW and Tasmania to Lose Nearly 500 Telework Jobs
Inside reports indicate about 500 workers in New South Wales and Tasmania will lose their jobs as telecom and related sectors undergo downsizing prompted by major companies restructuring. Delegates note public involvement in planning remains challenging despite intent to include citizens. Additional dispatches cover Asia trade links and Rhodesian and Croatian developments, with varied implications for Canberra.
Allan Fraser dies aged 75 former Eden-Monaro MP
Allan Fraser, Labor member of the Australian House of Representatives for Eden Monaro, died in Canberra Hospital aged 75 after a heart illness. He served 1943 1966 and 1969 1972, spent much of his life in Canberra, and was later active with Canberra Hospital affairs and the ACT Legislative Assembly as an independent. Funeral at St Andrew's Church Forrest tomorrow at 1.45 pm with cremation to follow.
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