Fire Hazard Reid House Storeroom Sparks Canberra Inquiry
A fire hazard building known as Reid House, condemned for substandard conditions, was used by the Department of Transport to store historic records dating to 1873 and obsolete navigational gear. The room was unlocked with vandals breaking in, and items including a lighthouse journal and ship masters lists were found before being moved to the Civic Permanent building.
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Pakistan recognises Bangladesh as independent nation
Pakistan announced recognition of Bangladesh as an independent nation, as Prime Minister Bhutto told legislators. A Bangladeshi delegation was set to arrive for the Islamic summit meeting, in a move marking 26 months after the war that split the world’s largest Muslim nation.
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Navy to bring Blue Poles by sea from America to Australia
The controversial 1.3 million painting Blue Poles by Jackson Pollock will be delivered to Australia under heavy security aboard HMAS Melbourne. The Melbourne, RAN's only aircraft carrier, will transport the artwork via San Francisco and Long Beach before loading Chinook helicopters for the RAAF, with Sydney destination set for April 11.
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Deceased in US hijack attempt reported in Baltimore
Fragmentary report notes a hijack attempt in Baltimore with fatalities. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate a jet or aircraft incident resulting in deaths. Authorities have not released full information.
Dexter Walks Out After Racist Remark At NACC Meeting
Mr Barrie Dexter, Permanent Head of the Department of Aboriginal Affairs, walked out of a meeting with the National Aboriginal Consultative Committee after being accused of racism by chairman Eddie Bennell. The clash arose during a discussion on Perkins affairs as Dexter asserted equal rules for black and white public servants before a note of apology followed. Dexter later resumed talks with NACC ministers.
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Wheatgrowers Reject Government Wheat Scheme Again
The Australian Wheatgrowers Federation in Melbourne rejected the revised five year wheat stabilisation plan ending November. It demanded grants instead of repayable loans and said it would act to defend its principle, awaiting Senator Wriedt's response and potential further measures.
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Canberra NACC backs Perkins amid minister council votes
A spokesman for the NACC said the council of ministers will back Perkins and his right to speak on Aboriginal affairs. Plans include mass Aboriginal demonstrations on Parliament lawns February 28 and March, with calls to press for Perkins charges and a potential leadership reshuffle at the NAC. Dexter delays decision pending attorney general advice and possible tribunal as the question of charges remains unsettled. A Beazley spokesman later commented that poverty-stricken European children could be worse off than Aboriginal children, responding to criticism from Gordon Briscoe.
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Department of Aboriginal Affairs
Gordon Briscoe
Monash University
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Ruling narrows fair rent appeals jurisdiction in Canberra
Canberra Petty Sessions judge Mr Dobson ruled that appeals filed more than 21 days after the Rent Controller's notice lack jurisdiction. He noted many notices were issued before Christmas and recipients were away during holidays, with a new hearing procedure planned for March 4 to curb delays.
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Dobson
Kilbys highlight Canberra Show family ties endure
The Canberra Show remains a family affair for Kilbys led by Bear Clyde Kilby 73 and wife Gwyneth with brother Keith 75, tracing roots to Belconnen settlers of 1856. The Kilbys staffed early shows at Hall and Gininderra, later guiding the move to Canberra Showground in 1964, hoping for more exhibits and crafts as crowds grow to about 35,008 today.
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Clyde Kilby
Gwyneth
Keith
Canberra Showground
Hall
New Vehicle Controls Endorsed by Council
Federal and state ministers at the Australian Transport Advisory Council in Melbourne endorsed new vehicle controls. The package strengthens car doors exhaust emissions and child restraints. Page 3. Israel Prime Minister Mrs Meir seeks to persuade Defence Minister over National Party to join coalition government. Page 4. Heath founder pressures to speed end to the area actually entitled to more money. Page 4.
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Pickering Resident News Sparks Legal Briefs and Notes
A fragment from a historical paper discusses House procedures for residents on lots, a ransom demand over Miss Patricia Hearst, courtroom activity at a Royal Commission session with an ex FBI CIA informer testimony, cricket plans by MCC in Canberra, and a UK election campaign report amid unrest.
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