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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 01, 1968

Page

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Canberra Records Its Hottest Day Since 1939

Canberra shattered records with 106.6F marked at 4:10 PM at Fairbairn weather station, the warmest in 29 years. Reports cite Civic and Turner Primary readings, warn of continuing extreme heat, with a 24 hour high above 100 degrees and widespread strain on power and safety, including a government lighting ban to curb fire risk.

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Canpera to Tighten Water Restrictions After Review

A government review of Canpera's water supply signals stricter limits after shortages. If conditions persist, daily consumption may drop to 15 million gallons, with bans on garden hoses and limited use for washing. Industrial and household use could face further curbs amid reduced inflows and dam capacity.

Canpera Marrow Wales Howe Ershy Snes Spoksman Gary Apm Gelfons Wyak Bendara

Late News Husker Speaks Smigon

The scrambled report references a Husker who speaks amid confusion about a contest. It mentions a failed effort, a strong opponent, and public reaction. Details are unclear, but the piece hints at statements following a disappointing result.

Water stored in soil at Ginninderra needs heavy rain

CSIRO expert Dr C T Donmwad says soil water must rise to maximum storage after nine inches of rain. Experiments near Ginninderra Station since 1914 show depletion of nine inches. rainfall in 1985 fell short by about 2.5 inches with several months below average. Fire brigade logged 18 calls and the Olympic swimming pool record noted.

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Fyshwick 64 Acre Mall Planned This Year At Major Canberra Site

Fyshwick in Canberra plans a 64 acre shopping complex with 500 000 dollars in parking and a mix of retail wholesale and 20 cinema screens. The project, near Newcastle and Tew weeks, would include a large rental complex, industrial space, and several retail blocks. The development faces local scrutiny as council and developers emphasize security and economic impact.

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Allies plan to bomb Saigon suburbs

Saigon evacuated areas as allied air raids prepared to strike Vietcong houses. President Thieu declared martial law. combat continued in provincial capitals. Hue airport reportedly under guerrilla control. embassy recaptured amid claims of Vietcong five-floor occupation, later denied by General Westmoreland. Thieu urged calm and cooperation to curb Vietcong.

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Vietnamese siege nears as Vietcong strike near Saigon

A US spokesman reported 1,788 guerrillas killed and American losses rising with over 100 dead and hundreds wounded. Five Saigon districts faced heavy fighting near key bases, including Bien Hoa, as Vietcong forces pressed mortar and ground attacks around the capital. International briefings noted political fallout in Asia as Canberra reporters and leaders discussed regional threats.

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Life-Saving Team Rescues Man After River Swim Accident

A former nurse, doctor, and two ambulance drivers converged to save Mr Perkovich after a swimming accident in Murcumbidges River near the Cagwarina Sands Weir. Despite delays by motorists, he survived initial shock and immersion, transported to Canberra Community Hospital for ICU care.

Mayo Aid J. Greeshew Perkovich Easteen Uren Berkovich Aambue Jones

Defence Minister says Vietcong raids anticipated

In Canberra the Defence Minister Mr Fairhall stated Vietcong activity in Vietnam and Saigon had been anticipated for some time. He warned the enemy could strike anywhere as the new year begins, noting the raids test resources and psychological impact while the overall war aims to strain enemy lines.

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Barnard to visit Sydney in August

Professor Christian Barnard, the South African doctor who performed the world first heart transplant, will visit Australia in August. He has accepted an invitation from the Asian Medical Association to attend the third Australian medical meeting in Sydney.

Sydney Christian Barford Australia Asian Medical Association

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