Liberal opposition backs NSW plan to fill Senate vacancy
The Federal Opposition moderated its stance on filling a Labor vacancy with a non Liberal candidate. Senator Withers moved an amendment accepted by the Government, keeping the governor’s role and parliamentary convention intact. The move followed covert talks among premiers and cabinet leaders, and is tied to constitutional interpretation and past conventions.
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Queensland
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Qld
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Move to Change Divorce Wait to Two Years
Behind the scenes moves by Minister for Tourism and Recreation Mr Stewart push to raise separation for divorce in the Family Law Bill from one to two years. A Parliament House meeting heard Sydney matrimonial lawyers outline arguments for the change, with about 22 Labor and 16 Opposition attendees. The minister, proposing a free vote, aims to secure support from both sides amid debate on the bill.
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Family Law Bill Sparks Parliamentary Debate
A heated session over the Family Law Bill sees MPs clash on amendments and the bill’s impact on divorce structures. Supporters warn the current form could erode the family unit while critics call for stronger safeguards before further readings.
Drainage fault blocks yard in Melba area
Mud and silt breach Mr Vince Waters yard after storms as a blocked stormwater drain, blamed on earthwork and footpath construction by the National Capital Development Commission, prompts a promised immediate repair after repeated complaints from November. The NCDC says workers will fix the site at Miran da Place, Melba, following contact via the Fraser MP.
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New Australian honours proposed by Cabinet
Cabinet is expected to consider a proposal for a system of Australian awards to replace the former British honours. Government sources say the new scheme would reflect national identity and honor achievements across public service, industry, and the arts.
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Poverty aid criticised in NSW rural study findings
Researchers from the University of New England’s Department of Sociology accuse government welfare policy of succumbing to political expediency. The NSW Rural Poverty report highlights deep hardship among white and Aboriginal farm families, citing 1967 levels and the high ratio of Aboriginal workers to Aborigines. One of the researchers on the study contributed to the report.
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Australians debate poverty as weapon against white misery
Melbourne reporters cover remarks by Ronald Henderson chairing the National Inquiry into Poverty. He warns that poor whites risk becoming a target in the poverty debate while Aboriginal welfare costs may be redirected. He cites research suggesting welfare reforms could shift aid and spark self help and employment programs amid calls for broader policy change.
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New Industry Minister Signals Reconstruction Plans
Sengior James Mc Clelland the new Minister for Manufacturing Industry told The Canberra Times reconstruction of Australian industry will continue after the downturn. He warned of an unhealthy union and employer bias against consumers and urged productivity driven reform amid calls for structural change.
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Thatcher elected first female leader of British Conservatives
Margaret Thatcher became the first woman to lead a major British political party, succeeding William Whitelaw as leader of the Opposition Conservative Party. She pledged a new look and stronger stance, promising caution and a shadow cabinet to rival the government, while noting a necessary party shift.
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Unclear historical note on naval purchase and seniority
Fragmentary report references naval personnel, purchase figures, and seniority claims amid vague discussion. Mentions RAN, Westertiy Dreadha, and prices such as 81,40 and 3,802 with unclear context. No coherent events emerge from the readable text.
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Tax on rental value of owner occupied houses studied
A paper from the Department of Urban and Regional Development explores taxing rental value of owner occupied houses. The report discusses policy options and potential revenue impacts. The snippet also references defence, cricket, and miscellaneous world news items on other pages.
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