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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1968
Page
1
Canberra endures a hot spell with forecast 102 degree maximum as yesterday tied February century readings. The ACT fire ban starts at midnight and runs to tonight while Tidbinbila Reserve closes to visitors. bushfire authorities urge people to avoid forested areas amid no rain expected.
A survey of 360 British doctors now practicing in Australia shows 80 percent would not return to Britain, while about half see benefits in aspects of the Australian system. The Voluntary Health Insurance Council report notes concerns over coverage gaps and hospitalizations, with 70 percent blaming inefficiencies in the British hospital and medical services.
A Canberra region review announced no immediate tightening of water limits for Caneberra and surrounding areas. Officials said ongoing concerns remain but a forthcoming Wednesday review will decide next steps. The plan targets 15 million gallons daily with two daily two hour usage windows while storage pressures persist and drought lingers.
The Department of the Interior warned Canberra residents last night of possible prosecution for drawing water from Lake Burley Griffin without authorization. A departmental committee denied most new applications for water use, noting only a few approved for essential needs while others were refused.
Australian troops will adopt a firmer approach in Phu Yen Province. More cordon and search operations will target population centers while civic aid programs gain discretion. A hostile dispatch reports criticism of "kid glove" tactics and calls for tougher handling of Vietcong influence.
Adelaide reports Senator Henty 64 announces retirement from the Ministry on Monday to clear his desk and hand to his successor after attending two Cabinet meetings in Melbourne. He plans to leave the Senate on June 70, move to Launceston, and ends years as Minister for Supply. The new federal government under Prime Minister Gorton will be announced Monday evening.
Allied troops storm the gates of Hue's palace grounds in a vital phase of the battle for the city. Heavy fighting grips the imperial capital as Communists hold out for 24 days. A US spokesman says over 200 guerrillas were killed as reinforcements move in to bolster the Communist defense. At Khe Sanh, about 5,000 US Marines are dug in under siege conditions.
The base is trapped in Communist lines as officials warn withdrawal or reinforcement would cost heavy losses. Large Communist forces with new mobile rockets advance toward Saigon. Spokesmen estimate up to 15,000 troops threatening the capital and anticipate a large-scale attack. AP says two US military spokesmen in Saigon expect a seven-nation allies meeting likely in Wellington after the SEATO conference in April.
The Australian embassy in Saigon ordered evacuation of all staff dependents and nonessential personnel. Ambassador Bortley circulated guidance to registered nationals noting large questions about personal risk. About 20 dependents were expected to depart with officials this weekend, while around 20 would remain at the embassy.
Lieutenant Commander Passiske Tob Vickers 32 of Mooloolaba Queensland was killed in South Vietnam when the helicopter he was flying came under ground fire near Long Khah province. Vickers, a veteran naval airman since 1956 and a commander since last year, was the first RAN and first Australian armed service pilot killed in Vietnam. The 1,200 strong Australian task force had just completed a major operation at Long Digh village southeast of the city of Nu Dat as conflict intensified around Saigon and Khe Sanh.
An outline page notes war topics and page references. It highlights a debate on Khe Sanh and Tet offensive analysis. Readers are directed to pages 3 and 5 for in depth coverage.
Observers say the result may be very close as nearly nine million voters head to the polls in NSW. The report notes uncertainty and warns that outcomes could hinge on late closing numbers and voter turnout.
Leonard Ward details a curious Caneherra life aspect in features. Gregory Clark exposes Cane errs and notes two authors resigned from External Affairs. An anti China policy book titled In Fear of China is reviewed by Professor J. D. B. Miller from ANU International Relations on page 11.
A consortium of companies plans to process bauxite into alumina across territories. Key figures include industry scholars and executives, described as man of science and statecraft. Article notes high level collaboration and upcoming pages for broader details.
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