Hasluck chosen as Australia’s next Governor General
Sir Paul Hasluck 63 will become Governor General of Australia at end of April as Lord Casey retires after serving since 1965. The move was announced in London and Canberra. Peter Freeth, currently Minister for Air, will succeed Hasluck as External Affairs Minister and be sworn in today. Lord Casey 74 may receive a knighthood from the Queen in Windsor on June 14 if present in Britain.
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Woman president elected at Canberra South ALP branch meeting
Mrs Foun Taggart was elected president at the Canberra South branch of the ALP during its annual meeting. Mrs Taggart defeated Mr Goren Taylor who had served five years. The gathering included the ACT Member for the area and several officials. The slate also reappointed Stephen Brown as secretary and Jack Doughty as assistant secretary with other officers elected. The result is viewed as a victory for Mr Fraser supporters.
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Fragmentary Late News Clipped for Local Readers
garbled OCR style notes mention names and events but readable facts are scarce. references to people and places appear incoherent with odd spellings and misplaced letters, suggesting a damaged page segment with uncertain details.
Stamp duty for ACT this year
The Federal Treasurer Mr McMahon plans to introduce legislation in the coming Parliament session to levy stamp duty in the ACT. The duty would cover cheques promissory notes conveyances hire purchase transactions and similar instruments. Opposition arises from Canberra MPs and the AntiStamp Duty Committee argues the cost of collection outweighs revenue.
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Roadway ripped open by high pressure main burst
A 18 inch high‑pressure water main ruptured at Redbeen Street and Coulter Drive, flooding the intersection. The rupture formed a 15 foot wide hole and a depth of over four feet, tearing through the roadway and surfacing torn bitumen as heavy water and debris spread. Crews from the works department sealed about half the damaged road with temporary patches.
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Ambulance Involved In Multiple Wet Weather Crashes
An ambulance en route to a vehicular accident became part of a collision at Northbourne Avenue and Kooyong Street in Canberra. The incident followed one of 34 wet weather crashes in the area. No injuries beyond minor scratches. vehicle damage runs into hundreds of dollars.
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Freeth to the 12th man in Cabinet Freeth to the 12th man in Cabinet
The piece notes Liberal Party tensions over Sir Paul Hasluck’s Governor General selection while predicting Prime Minister Gorton will secure broad support. It also highlights Freeth’s cabinet elevation from No 1300 to No 12 and the debate over his External Affairs duties amid South east Asia focus.
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Army Standby in Bombay Amid Riots After Deadly Incident
The report describes Indian authorities ordering emergency operations in Bombay following four days of rioting that left at least 16 dead. It notes warnings and signals before the incident and references aviation and a malfunction in a US case.
Gorton appoints Freeth as cabinet post signals stronger party role
The article discusses Mr Freeth’s appointment amid expectations of a stronger McGarton leadership in the cabinet and the Prime Minister’s budgeting session plans. It notes ongoing political maneuvering, with references to Sir Paul Hasluck and other ministers, plus Malta Singapore reporting and party perspectives.
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Criticism in Brisbane Over Sir Paul Hasluck Appointment
Senator Gair denounces Sir Paul Hasluck selection as a political vacancy and warns the Governor General appointment risks party manipulation. He insists merit separate from politics and questions the Crown’s independence under the government. Other comments from Melbourne and Sydney officials echo mixed approval and concern.
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