Country Party Rejects Nexus Vote Plan
The Australian Country Party opposes a referendum to end the nexus between the House of Representatives and the Senate. At a Canberra meeting over the weekend the party’s Federal Council expressed opposition, with spokesmen noting concerns about timing and the proposed changes ahead of redistribution. The party remains aligned with other minor groups, while Labour and other major parties weigh their positions.
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Japan plans informal invite to Australian PM Holt
Tokyo reports from Kyodo that Japan will informally invite Australian Prime Minister Holt. No immediate formal invitation was available but sources say the offer would be conveyed through Foreign Minister. The move comes as Hosokawa plans a visit to Japan next month.
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Hobart Clean-Up Under Fire Disaster Aid Flows In
Hobart residents begin relief efforts as Tasmania endures bushfire devastation. Officials report extensive damage across Hobart areas with containment expected within 48 hours. Red Cross Salvation Army and other agencies coordinate shelters for hundreds of displaced families.
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Canberra Raises $20,000 for Tasmanian Bush Fire Appeal
Canberra residents and organizations from the ACT division of the Australian Red Cross Society launched a major appeal on Wednesday night. By Thursday, groups including schools and firms contributed about $20,000 with Myer stores in Melbourne adding another $20,000. Across major cities, donations flowed to the emergency relief effort, with various clubs and civic bodies arranging collections and in Canberra the drive continued through the weekend. The total expected to surpass $11,000 already pledged grew as communities pledged clothing and funds for Tasmania relief.
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Sydney judge insured for 500000 amid unprecedented case
In a remarkable move in Australian legal history, a Sydney judge is insured for 500000 as the litigants in a cane he is allegedly cheating argue the case involves American Flange Manufacturing and Rheem Proprietary Ltd. The authorities question the final outcome of the matter.
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New U S bombing pause fuels hope of peace sign active ground war resumes
Dawn broke over South Vietnam as combat operations against the Vietcong restarted while a high level source said orders to bomb North Vietnam were paused for a possible peace signal. The pause aimed to give North Vietnam a respite to reconsider its position before renewed air strikes. President Johnson would halt bombing permanently only if the Communists agreed to curb their military activity.
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High fire danger in the region and weekend heat
Weather notes warn high fire danger with very warm weekend. Maximums reached into the double digits earlier, with Saturday at 84 and yesterday at 99 degrees. Observers report extremely low relative humidity and hot conditions across the shire.
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Local Report Difficult to Parse Details
Fragmentary late news item mentions names and dates in a garbled line. No clear event, location, or outcome is identifiable beyond scattered proper nouns and a reference to a date, offering limited factual content for a concise card.
Councillor Opposes Restrictions At City Council Meeting
A Canberra council debate focuses on proposed limits while councillors resist changes. The discussion touches on governance, media access, and public life, with calls to maintain openness against restrictive measures amid local political tension.
Peking Policed Over Chinese Army Ties
A report from AAP Reuter notes Deputy Leader of the Country Party Anthony warns of rising costs in Australia, with implications for the prime minister’s position. The article appears on page 3, with weddings and classifiers mentioned on pages 11.
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Sabres Return to Land in Indonesia by RAAK Squadron
An aerial unit known as the Sabre jet squadron will land in Indonesia, marking a milestone for the Royal Australian Air Force area, with details outlining leadership and timing as reported this weekend.
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