Talks on Vietnam elections begin
Paris reports the Saigon government and the Vietcong opened first political talks to set the stage for general elections in South Vietnam. Delegations were led by South Vietnam’s acting premier Phan Thiep and Vietcong representatives, signaling a cautious start to negotiations amid broader peace efforts.
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Canberra Slade Concert Cancelled After Transformer Fault
About 1 800 fans gathered at Garema Place for Slade in Canberra before the promoter announced the show was cancelled due to a transformer fault. Officials said repairs were completed by midday and the crowd behaved. supporting acts switched to a free street event.
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ACT Advisory Council Seeks Expanded Powers and Inquiry Authority
The ACT Advisory Council calls for greater powers and responsibilities. A Labor leader, Mr Gordon Walsh, moved a resolution to amend the Advisory Council Ordinance and Enquiries Ordinance so a council can appoint a board of inquiry into ACT matters. The proposal also asks Joint Parliamentary Committee on the ACT to initiate inquiries and enables the committee to act on ACT issues.
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ACT Advisory Council rights debated in council meeting
The ACT Advisory Council debated extending powers to examine all ACT ordinances and amendments, with a motion to codify this into the ACT Advisory Council Ordinance. Proposals included council representation on government bodies and appointing members to boards, to enhance influence over ministerial decisions and territorial governance.
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Canberra council debates on park and nature ordinance penalties
At a recent meeting the council urged the department to reassess penalties in the Draft National Parks and Nature Conservation Ordinance 1972 and to ensure full appeal rights. Technical changes in the Hospital Ordinance 1972 were adopted without debate.
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Rates cut for pensioners tipped by Canberra motion
Connel last night passed a motion to allow rate relief for pensioners and others in proven hardship, proposing a remission scheme or full accrual of interest against estates. Enderby noted consideration of a rates remission plan. current deferment costs were estimated at 780 dollars and the advisory council backed a 50 percent rebate option for eligible residents.
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Nun Could Be Made Saint in Australia
Sydney report says Mother Mary McKillop, a former nun, could become Australia’s first saint. Plans for the canonisation were disclosed today at the Roman Catholic bishops conference in Sydney.
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No time limit on troop presence in Singapore after withdrawal
Defence and Aviation Correspondent Frank Cranston reports the Australian Government has imposed no time limit on the continued presence of logistic support and communications troops in Singapore after the withdrawal of the 6th Battalion and the 106th Light Artillery Battery at year end. Lord Carrington said talks with Prime Minister Whitlam and Defence Minister Barnard were broad, but discussions would continue.
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Singapore asks about Australian force post withdrawal
In a statement after Lord Carrington's briefing, Mr Barnard said Australia would continue logistic and training aid in the region but did not commit to keeping 900 personnel in Singapore. The final number would be decided after consultations with Britain, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Singapore. Carrington noted ongoing logistics support and discussed the future force levels and reassessment if Australia withdraws.
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Japanese award for Sir John McEwen
Sir John McEwen former Country Party Leader and Deputy Prime Minister was awarded the First Class of the Rising Sun by a Tokyo envoy, the highest Japanese honor for a foreigner, in recognition of his role in strengthening Australia Japan ties.
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Court restaurant plan at ACT Law Court discussed
The ACT Law Court considerations include creating night restaurant space for public use and other amenities. Attorney-General statements welcomed by some lawyers while others doubt success. concerns raised about administrative impact and small claims handling in night court proposals amid traffic charge contexts.
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Professor Burns Sacked by ALP over Parliament Bid
ALP Federal Executive ruled Professor Arthur Burns ceased to be a member after running for Parliament against endorsed Labor candidate Frdethy. The party debated whether to discipline him for standing as an any-abortion candidate, while Burns argued to branch he wished to renew membership. The decision sparked a rebuke from the minister and the matter moved to the party’s leadership.
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Labor
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