Australia to revive honours with Order of Australia system
Government plans a new biannual honours list including the Order of Australia with three grades and a Cross of Valour for extreme bravery. Queen approves civil and military awards, to be introduced on Queen's Birthday with a National Medal for 15 years service across armed forces and emergency services.
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States to form bureau to watch Canberra
Melbourne reports Liberal state governments will form a secretariat in Canberra to monitor the federal government. Victoria NSW Queensland Western Australia Tasmania and South Australia to join with invites to others, with a council of states for regular meetings on federal relations and mutual cooperation.
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Milan Art Heist Gnaws City Gallery Security
Report from Milan notes a bold art theft at a major gallery. Affected works include canvases by renowned masters, with several pieces valued at substantial sums. Police probe targets at least three suspects linked to the heist, and security teams intensify patrols across art districts.
Missing Sydney woman trail search in Bungonia Gorge
About 50 searchers including emergency services and police comb Bungonia Gorge near Goulburn for a missing Sydney woman who failed to return from a bushwalking trip on Saturday. The incident involves a group of five other Sydneysiders and the partner who reported her missing. authorities will continue the search and notify her parents in England when possible.
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Tower project backed by High Court
Melbourne reports the High Court of Australia unanimously affirmed the Commonwealth’s power to build the Black Mountain PMG tower with restaurant facilities on government land. Justices ruled no statutory provisions prevented the project, and appeals by objectors and the ACT Supreme Court proceedings were dismissed.
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UK Soviet pact signed amid high hopes in Moscow
A tentative agreement between Britain and the Soviet Union was announced in Moscow. Prime Minister Wil ton and General-Secretary Brezhnev endorsed the pact, seen as moving toward easing tensions after Friday’s talks.
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Brezhnev
Soviet Communit Party
Warning on empty houses in Canberra
Bruce Wright reports the Minister for the Capital Territory Mr Bryant warned that owners of long vacant houses could face action. The department can terminate leases not used for 12 months, aiming to curb inflated prices and a rental shortage. Builders and real estate figures criticized the stance as heavy handed while noting high financing costs limit sales.
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Arnotts win special ruling on takeover approval in Australia
In Australia, Arnotts received government permission to take over a smaller competitor, despite near monopoly concerns. The Attorney General authorised the move after the Trade Practices Commission faced pressure, with Senator Murphy directing a supplementary review. The case centers on special considerations for national economic policy and potential competitive harm to the biscuit market.
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Bell ferEst
Austraanimarket
Murphy
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Armotts
Cyclone PERTH heads toward Port Hedland with warnings issued
A severe cyclone named PERTH approached the northwest coast of Western Australia moving south toward Port Hedland. Winds reached around 20 km/h with gusts, the cyclone was roughly MH kilometres from Port Hedland as authorities maintained steady warnings and a Perth Weather Bureau center operated to issue updates.
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Coas
Western Australia
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Cabinet rejects new tax proposal amid mixed support
The cabinet rejected a new tax proposal after a narrow vote with Prime Minister Whitham backing the measure and ministers concerned it would affect speculative deals. The move was announced at a federal conference, with opposition parties questioning the urgency and practical impact on major cities.
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Steps for bistro licence on lake Whe ACT
Fragmentary text outlines steps for a bistro liquor licence on a lake area. It mentions an assembly, a provision affecting issuing of a liquor licence, and references to space, costs, and a proposed course of action. The readable segments name no specific entities or dates beyond generic terms.
Opposition week in parliament spurs new debate
In a volatile session, opposition members pressed the government on the defence position while ministry aides briefed on policy shifts. Key figures including party leaders exchanged pointed questions about strategy and governance amid public scrutiny.
Senate selects replacement for former attorney general
A report states that Senator Mr Sankt appointed a new Attorney General to replace the former head of justice, with racecourse redevelopment plans mentioned in Canberra and Queanbeyan. The article notes completion targets before upcoming meetings and ongoing effects on local authorities.
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