Morrison and Schoels Lead Coalition In Close Australian Race
The tally shows Morrison trailing by a narrow margin as Schoels leads Liberal challenger Gordon Hall in Geelong with 31 316 votes, while overseas ballots loom and NCP tallies stand at 23 seats. Morrison contemplates a post election plan, praising six years in Parliament and Papua New Guinea power handover.
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New Year Festivities Light Up Canberra Celebrations
Canberra hosts diverse New Year events from folk dancing in Petrie Plaza to Burns Club gatherings and multiple street closures from Kambah to Macquarie. Scots, Russians, and other nationalities join to fundraise for a Narromine church project while Club 24 hosts a cabaret at Lakeside International Hotel from 9 pm to 2 am with Executives playing and tickets at the door.
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Haggis maker in Canberra helps Scots defend shop
Mr Beveridge, 54, an Edinburgh trained butcher now in Canberra, has produced haggis for Highland gatherings for 22 years. He says the dish resembles liver with onions and lamb wrapped in sheep’s stomach and notes it is boiled or fried. His persistence has converted some Australians despite initial disdain.
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Second spider attack warns campers on NSW coast
Campers on the NSW South Coast face funnel web danger after two attacks in a week. An expert notes mating season increases aggression while sightings are reported near Gosford Batemans Bay and Bendalong. Victims include Mrs Joan Brennan of Loftus and Tracy of Chiewick treated for bites as friends transport them toward Milton hospital.
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Tasman Sea yacht Kriter TT search patrols expand
An RAAF Hercules from Richmond began evarch to locate the yacht Kriter TT in the Tasman Sea after three days of radio silence. The Marine Operations Centre in Canberra said nothing heard yet as RNZAF Orion and RAAF Orion join the hunt. The ketch with a 14 crew was reportedly sighted Friday about 330 nautical miles southeast of New Zealand's South Island.
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Eight drownings in two days along Australian coast
Eight people drowned in two days along the east coast of Australia with two more fishing fatalities yesterday near Boat Harbour and Port MacDonnell. Names include Slavko Bocoreski 41 of Caney Vala and Raynes Maron 65 of Gambier. Rescue and search efforts continued for other missing fishermen off Yellow Rock and at Coromandel coast in New Zealand.
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Floods hit central Queensland towns as warnings extended
Dozens of towns across central and southern Queensland suffer renewed flood risks as rains ease. Brisbane forecasters report scattered showers with Injune recording the state’s heaviest fall in 24 hours. Nine rivers remain on flood alert, including the Nebine River. Hundreds are isolated while police maintain contact with stranded travelers. The Queensland Government seeks urgent federal aid to repair flood damage and plans a report on road damage across central, northern and western areas. Premier Bijelke-Petersen aims for an early conference with Federal Transport Minister Nixon.
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Judge clears Bartons of forgery in Paraguay case
A Paraguayan Federal judge dropped forgery charges against Sydney businessmen Alexander Barton and his son Thomas. They were freed from Asuncion’s penitentiary in November 1974 after a Criminal Appeals Court upheld a ruling denying extradition to Australia. The Bartons had entered Paraguay illegally in 1973 and later invested in cattle and land while running a consulting firm. The Attorney General seeks Supreme Court review of the extradition decision as NSW officials plan talks to possibly bring them back to Australia.
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More frequent random fire safety checks urged in ACT
ACT Fire Commissioner Jack Mundy called for more frequent random inspections of buildings to ensure fire precautions are followed. Current checks were mainly triggered by reported hazards or licensing events, he said, and he would push for action at a multi-department meeting in the new year to address prevention and response as Canberra grows.
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Fire rules enforce fire inspectors formation urged
Mr Bryce urged stricter fire rules and enforcement by the Fire Brigade. He called for the formation of a fire inspectors corps to oversee compliance, noting the cost but stressing safer operations for hotels and inoperable premises.
Work on Queanbeyan court to begin soon
Correcting and planning for a new Queanbeyan court building aims to start soon with sessions and coastal access in mind. The project, linked to local authorities and funding, seeks to modernize facilities and support court operations.
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Family Courts Near Start Amid Act Debate
The Chief Judge and three senior judges discuss opening Family Courts soon under Section 41 of the Act. Government aims to reach agreement with states on establishing a seat of State Family Courts. Courts would exercise jurisdiction under the Family Law.
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W. Berrin and Co Faces Debt Claim Under Law Institute
A damaged OCR item alleges a $2.5 million debt against W. Berrin and Co and mentions the Law Institute. Names such as Dr Byss and 32 others appear in unclear context with references to enjoined payments and possibly checks. The fragmentary text lacks clear actions or outcomes.
Regal talks with Queen on Teesday discussion
Fragmentary report notes Regal engages with the Queen in a Tuesday discussion. Names and specifics are unclear due to OCR damage but the event centers on a royal audience and a high level dialogue.
Drug raid in Queensland linked to large operation
Police conducted what was described as one of Queensland’s largest drug raids, sweeping dozens of homes from Southport to Covlangatts and into the hinterland for marijuana cultivation. Ten people appeared in Southport magistrates court amid fines totaling 31,800, with four remanded until January 12.
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Licence granted in Port Moresby for magistrate’s wife
A Port Moresby court granted the wife of a magistrate a pistol licence after ruling the police could not be relied on to answer emergency calls. The decision reversed a prior stance by the police, noting domestic protection needs persist in Port Moresby.
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