Threat to suspend television licences over ad breaches
The Minister for the Messay Senator Doupine and the Broadcasting Control Board reported breaches of advertising limits by Channel 10 Sydney and Channel 11 Melbourne. Senator McClelland said no further warnings and no suspension notices were served after assurances stations would limit ads. A decision on potential suspension could follow if breaches recur.
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Autorama Television
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Melbourne
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Whitlam in PNG presses for quick independence
Australian Prime Minister Whitlam visits Port Moresby and Goroka to press for early self government for Papua New Guinea. He meets council leaders and opposition figures, rejects moderation of independence, and cites past fear of self rule while urging unity and confidence in rapid progress toward independence by year end.
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Soviet airliner crashes at Prague airport in flames
Reported at Prague airport a Soviet Aeroflot passenger flight crashed on landing and burst into flames. Initial sources vary on casualties with estimates between six and ten dead and many more aboard. Smoke billowed as a wing separated and the aircraft burned near the ground.
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Plebiscite on Pokies Debate in Australian Government Circles
A working group on poker machines reported to a January meeting amid ministerial debate over a national plebiscite. Enderby indicated possible referral to council terms for introducing changes, while Canberra representatives urged consultation with federal and state authorities. Robert Day noted group inclusion of Labor public interests, not party lines.
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Federal say sought in transport by ROAM BROWN
Government urged a Federal voice in state public transport by mid year to fund two thirds of finance. Minister for Transport Mr Jones said at the Australian Transport Advisory Council meeting that joint government plans should shift control and share responsibility in running services with the States as soon as possible.
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Air Tones
Public transport reform debate fuels prime minister statement
A government backed plan seeks 759.78 million over five years for urban transport, targeting capital cities except Hobart. The report urges extensive funding to modernize systems, with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and nationwide transport improvements.
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Australia seeks large ships to boost trade effort
Government plans to build ships of 100000 tons in Australia to carry Australian trade. Minister for Shipping and Transport Mr Jones outlines a federal policy to expand shipbuilding, with a target scale and funding, while comments from vice chairman BHP and other officials highlight the drive to support domestic shipyards and the national economy.
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Navy dolphins used for spying and explosive tests
US Navy reportedly trained dolphins and other marine mammals to place and recover detection devices in foreign harbours to gauge Soviet atomic fuel use, with CBS citing a 60 minute program. Pentagon and Defence Department comments were limited and details remain classified.
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Columbia Broadcasting System
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Associated Press
Enderby Many to praises missabortion extra PS
The Minister for the Capital Territory Mr Finlerby stated there is a need for abortion reform in Australis. He noted a climate of acceptance similar to America where the Supreme Court recently protected abortion by a doctor in the first three months of pregnancy.
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Australis
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America
Supreme Court
Magnificent decision on abortion policy debated in Parliament
The Australian press notes a contentious abortion policy debate with Prime Minister and officials signaling no fixed collective stance while stressing personal views may be shared. By-elections in NSW show mixed support for the federal Labor government and Aboriginal issues in the Northern Territory are highlighted. A public meeting in Canberra discusses a proposed ACT field witches centre near Tidhtbitts Sawre with broader entertainment listings appearing on other pages.
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Australia car makers report sharp slow 1972 results
Multiple Australian car makers released 1972 results showing declines in gross profits and earnings. UMAH posted a $53.4 million drop, Chrysler also faced reduced gross figures, while other firms reported thinner margins and extended losses. Page 17 coverage notes the overall weaker market and mounting costs.
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