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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1968
Page
1
The Bureau of Meteorology predicts a 96 degree maximum today with very high fire danger. West winds will bring drier conditions and plummeting humidity as officials warn dry soils and dwindling water supplies across the ACT. Rain is urgently needed to replenish stocks and prevent further depletion of forage and water resources.
Five tenders were received for Canberra’s inaugural youth hostel to house 32 people in Dryandra Street O’Connor. The $85,000 grant had been raised by the Australian Hostels Association, with construction estimated at $35,000. Delegates from Japan, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan, and Ceylon were expected at the opening ceremony.
The French rugby secretary announced that Australia and New Zealand will co-host the world championship from May 11. The first trench game against Australia is planned in Brisbane on May 12.
Major General Vincent, former Australian Task Force commander, calls Vietcong assault optimistic desperation and notes heavy losses. He cites Saigon raids by small infiltrators and praises Australian troops as professional and capable. Vincent returns to duty after 12 months in Vietnam and speaks at Canberra event.
Deputy Canberra Community Hospital Board chair J F Pend urges NCDC to plan ACT hospitals and secure funding. He cites benefits of a centralized ACT health services commission and notes the need for timely improvements while officials discuss future autonomy and governance.
Brabham flies back to race in Australia after brief break. He pilots his own twin engine craft and plans to compete in events at Sundown Pits and Warwick Farm with stops anticipated in Corsica and Singapore as he resumes world motor racing pursuit.
In Saigon and Hue heavy fighting erupts as US marines brace for a new Vietcong onslaught. Allied sources warn a third North Vietnamese division may move south to aid two already massing for an assault on Khe Sanh. Vietnamese authorities report sniper fire and police station falls in Saigon as Vice President Ky warns of more attacks within days.
The United States confirms heavy fighting across South Vietnam as Marines defend Khe Sanh and Hue amid a large Communist offensive. Officials report thousands of Vietcong and North Vietnamese dead, while U.S. and South Vietnamese casualties rise with major clashes near Saigon and in An Loc.
Seoul and Washington reportedly reached a principle agreement on freeing the Pueblo crew after talks with North Korea. State Department officials said they had not confirmed the report and noted no final deal. The saga involves North Korea claiming the Pueblo violated waters and demanding admission of fault.
Melbourne report notes Independent candidate Frank Courtis, 54, announced today he will ride a donkey with a blue ribbon to campaign for the February 20 by election. He hopes the stunt motivates voters while John Gorton arrives in the electorate. Nominations closed with candidates Bennett, Monash, Reid, Courtis, Gorion, and Weber listed.
Industrial action begins with metal trades workers walking off the job for a 24 hour strike over wage issues tied to recent court rulings. The walkout aims to pressure employers on over‑award payments as negotiations continue.
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