Canberra water planners failed says Snowy official
Sir William Huron, former SMA commissioner, blasts Canberra and Melbourne planners for failing to meet water-supply obligations amid drought. He warns authorities must build reserves and storage, not rely on rationing, to weather extreme dry periods and future shortages.
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Water use near target plan sparks city review
City officials discuss water supply to meet targets as a committee weighs restrictions. For four days since the initial review, writers note focus on daily water use and adherence to the target figures in the plan.
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Kenya Asians plan London flight to challenge new rules
About 2000 Kenya Asians are set to fly to London to stay in a pool of relief to beat Britain's immigration controls. The move follows a Tuesday report from AAP Reuters and London sources noting a government change expected Thursday.
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Child falls 14 feet hurting boy and girl at Canberra hotel
A child fell 14 feet from an open window at Hotel Kuvrrajon in Barton, injuring two year old Iris Shull. Iris and Louise Corbett from Western Australia were taken to Canberra Community Hospital where condition was described as satisfactory. The father slept through the incident.
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James Mason chats art, image and secrecy in Australia
The veteran actor James Mason discusses avoiding a fixed image, his appeal, and privacy as he films in Canberra for a Norman Lindsay adaptation The interview covers his thoughts on wealth fame and the Australian film scene, noting collaboration with director Michael Powell and industry attitudes in Canberra.
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Vietcong Attacks Hit Saigon Areas As Airbase Bombed
Fresh Vietcong rocket and mortar assaults set houses ablaze in Saigon and near the Yan Son airbase as government forces reported ambushes on armored vehicles. US advisers said a clash north-west of Saigon killed 30 guerrillas while a 24 hour Vietcong offensive ended with several fatalities. Evacuations of embassy staff and families continued, with airlifted dependents leaving Saigon amid heightened security and truck bans to curb Vietcong infiltration.
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Pathet Lao Capture Key Pass and Laos Tensions Rise
Pro Communist Pathet Lao troops seize a crucial pass east of Vientiane threatening Route 13 connecting the capital to the south. The military situation in southern Laos grows dire as forces surround major provincial capitals, with reports of heavy fighting and advancing Communist positions near Vientiane.
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Unions plan staged wage increases across metal trades
Representatives from 12 unions under the Metal Trades Award and ACTU officers met in Sydney to press a multi stage wage structure campaign. First stage targets modest percentage boosts for deep margin workers, followed by rises for skilled trades and factory staff across many industries. The unions oppose fines from a recent strike and plan to petition the Australian Government and employers to waive costs. More than 1,000 electricity workers walked out in Richmond and other areas, disrupting power and industry for 24 hours.
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Gorton Plans Indonesia Visit During May Tour
Prime Minister Gorton plans a late May tour of Asia including Indonesia Vietnam Thailand and the Philippines. He aims to discuss security and social welfare while avoiding costly ventures and will appoint Mr Wentworth as Minister for Shore Services. The plan mirrors a 1959 visit by Sir Robert Menzies and signals cautious government spending.
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Australian Government Emphasizes Welfare in Melbourne Talk
In Melbourne, Gorton addressed a dinner of the Liberal Shusikers Group at the Southern Cross Hotel. He pledged focused attention on poverty areas and social welfare services, outlining government aims while warning against looming challenges.
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Prowler Alarm Shakes Griffith Suburbs
Police warn of a prowler in Griffith Narrabun dah Forrest Red Hill Deakin and Manila who has broken into several houses over four weeks. Reported attempts included entering bedrooms of sleeping residents and frightening a young girl. A dog attack near Bunnissy ler Gardens occurred after disturbance. Police believe the suspect may know the area well. inquiries continue led by Sergeant BW Baullan and Celestiv B Kailey.
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Rose wins world bantam title after 15 round war
Australian fighter Lionel Rose defeated Japanese Masahiko Harada over 15 gruelling rounds in Tokyo to claim the world bantamweight boxing championship. Rose fended off Harada’s fast tactics, scoring a ninth round knockdown and earning a decisive victory watched by more than 10,000 spectators as celebrations erupted in Melbourne.
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