Wrangle delays legal aid scheme in ACT
A stalled comprehensive legal aid scheme in the ACT pits the Law Society against the Attorney General's Department over professional separation. The plan, foreshadowed by Bowen on August 25, 1967, faces funding and fee disputes, with advocates arguing for client choice of representation while fearing loss of earnings in a more open system. The Treasury's stance has softened since a High Court criticism last August, easing urgency and prompting renewed consideration of the scheme.
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Cabinet discus sion on Voyager findings delays action
The new Federal Cabinet spent yesterday afternoon debating possible steps on the second Voyager Royal Commission findings. Compensation for HMAS Melbourne captain John Robertson emerged as a key issue. The commission exonerated Robertson and two officers, but the cabinet made no decision and is not expected to soon.
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Legislation to require drivers to attend school in Victoria
Melbourne Wednesday report says the Chief Secretary Mr Rylab will submit to Parliament a bill to compel people convicted of driving offences to attend a driver training school. The measure aims to improve road safety by formal education after offences.
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Indonesian plotter seeks Sukarno as witness in coup case
An Indonesian Communist accused in a 1965 coup attempt asks for deposed President Sukarno to testify. Siam, charged in Mundung West Java, seeks Sukarno’s evidence on how far his followers supported the political aim and the role of the head of state.
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Diakarta
Kenya attacks UK on immigration curbs
Kenya denounces Britain's Commonwealth Immigrants Bill as London seeks stricter limits on Asians with British passports. Nairobi radio, reflecting government view, cites about 100000 Kenyans with UK ties and warns Britain risks UN obligations and humanitarian concerns amid Rhodesia tensions.
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Gorton to meet Holyoake on Vietnam
Prime Minister Gorton plans three day visit to New Zealand with Vietnam war as main talks topic. He may discuss evacuations using BAC jets and seek talks with Australian Secretaries of State. Gorton’s statement highlights kinship and ongoing ties, with potential use of VIP BAC jets for travel.
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Canberra Show Forecast Promises Fine Weather Ahead
Canberra Bureau of Meteorology expects clear skies and mild temperatures through the week with 82 degree high today. Special police road patrols will operate tomorrow night and Saturday to manage heavy traffic at the Showgrounds for the Canberra Show.
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Canberra
Bauxite deal in NT ratified by council
The Northern Territory Legislative Council ratified a multi million dollar agreement between the Federal Government and Nabaleo Pty Ltd for bauxite development at Gove. It plans a 3000 resident township and an alumina plant on Gove Peninsula with royalties over 250000 yearly to Aborigines. Production of 750000 tons yearly was expected as areas expand. Critics said the department failed to keep Territorians informed.
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Australia’s youngest MP to wed in Adelaide chapel
Andrew Jones, Australia’s youngest Member of the House of Representatives, will marry Miss Dymhina Davnes in the chapel of Peters College, Adelaide, in May. The wedding marks a notable event in political circles and local society.
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Drought relief water flowing to Canberra from Tantangara
Emergency water from Tantangara Dam in the Snowy Mountains begins to reach Canberra. About 21 million gallons released into the Murrumbidgee River with plans for 1,000 million gallons to Cotter Dam. water restrictions remain for at least a week.ACT pays rent for emergency supplies and Snowy Mountains Council coordinates with NSW Victoria Commonwealth and Snowy Mountains Authority.
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Kenya Labour Laws Prompt Asian Exodus and Britain Bill Clash
Radio commentaries note Kenya's new migration laws prioritizing Kenyan workers, potentially forcing thousands abroad after work permit refusals. Employers must end foreign staff by March 8, urging relocation by June 30. In London, opposition to the British Bill grows amid a vote of 372 to 62, while the Archbishop of Canterbury threatens to resign from a government committee over immigration policy.
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Fraser apology settles defamation suit in Australia
Olympic swimming champion Dawn Fraser reached an out of court settlement with Australian Swimming Union president William Berge Phillips. Terms were not disclosed. The case concerned five letters alleging improper conduct around the 1964 Olympic Games and Fraser’s suspension for marching in the opening ceremony.
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Australian Swimming Union
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Halt to raids enough for talks
Paris reports the French Information Minister says an unconditional halt to raids on North Vietnam would be a necessary and sufficient condition for opening negotiations. The government warns that failure to negotiate raises the risk of broader war, following a cabinet statement after de Gaulle’s meeting. Page 5 notes US troop buildup likely and pages on Laos concern.
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Attempt to Halt Strike Efforts Resume Amid Arbitration
Efforts to prevent a 24 hour strike by inn electricity workers will resume today with a mediation between an Arbitration Commissioner and foresters. Five outbreaks of anthrax have been confirmed in Victoria and 30 animals have died. Also noted are TV listings, finance notes, lotteries and sport on the classified pages.
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