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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 02, 1970

Page

6

Medium Helps In Missing Wife Inquiry In London

A London medium aided the missing wife inquiry for Mrs Alexander McKay, 55, who vanished from her home since Monday. The couple’s son Max McKay and Mr David Byes spoke with reporters. the medium relayed messages suggesting three people may be involved and that Mrs McKay was abducted. A ransom letter signed Muriel was found, while Mr McKay’s brother-in-law arrived from Australia amid police efforts and family concerns.

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ACTU head stakes over Melbourne presidency

In Melbourne the Australian Council of Trade Union titled Mr Hawke to lead the body. Hawke succeeds the erstwhile head and begins his tenure amid a reshaping of the council’s leadership and policy direction.

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Ambulance Service Board Plans Second Ambulance Route

Sydney dispatch reports indicate the NSW Ambulance Service Board plans to operate a second ambulance facility after uncovering a need for expanded emergency response. Officials expect revised coverage to reduce response times and enhance urban medical access.

New Year toll on roads and riots across states

Across Melbourne Sydney and Hobart police report mass arrests for riotous behavior and drunkenness during New Year celebrations. Flooding incidents and drownings tied to river and dam areas are noted along with road deaths numbering in the hundreds nationwide. officials warn drivers and revelers to stay safe as authorities crack down.

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Night of brawls riots across Australia in New Year chaos

A violent New Year scene unrolled as police clashed with rioters in Sydney with over 400 arrests for disorder. In Victoria's Lorne bottle throwing and stone pelting targeted police and roadside stalls. Coolangatta and Gold Coast faced a stoned police station and hostile crowds. Perth reported disturbances and emergency calls. In New Guinea large rioters smashed shop windows uprooted posts and set off fireworks.

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Snakebite threat as pets bitten in Hopetoun area New Year

Veterinarian warns that a dog and a cat from adjoining houses in Hopetoun Circuit Deakin were bitten by a snake on New Year’s Eve. Reports note immediate care sought, with authorities urging guardians to supervise children near waterways and to seek prompt medical treatment for bites.

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Security to be less obvious during Agnew visit

The report discusses reducing visible security for Vice President Agnew and the Secret Service plans around his January visit. It notes heightened caution during foreign state events and expected protests, with officials seeking discreet protection measures and potential elevated security at hotels and public areas.

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Diver in Sydney Returns From Port Moresby Flight

A Royal Australian Air Force Hercules air craft was due in Sydney from Port Moresby at 2 am on Thursday. It was to undertake a special flight to recover a diver who is reportedly suffering from the bends.

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Riots in Lae as natives clash with police

Large mobs rioted in Lae breaking shop windows and uprooting street posts. Police reported about 60 on duty with 31 arrests for disorderly behavior while a second incident saw a car driven by a European passenger damaged. Police spokesman cited a tense, precautionary stance as authorities worked to quell disturbances.

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