Emergency laws urged after Darwin cyclone disaster
The government is urged to legislate for localised states of emergency in disasters. A single authority, countermandable only by the Prime Minister or deputy, would oversee such areas. Major General Alan Stretton, director general of the Natural Disasters Organisation, prepares a report for the Prime Minister.
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Darwin
Natural Disasters Organisation
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Fairbairn Raaf Base
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Stretton
Newcombe Triumphs Over Connors In Open Final
Newcombe defeats Jimmy Connors 7-5 3-6 6-4 7-6 in a tight final while Evonne Goolagong retains the women's singles crown by beating Martina Navratilova 6-3 6-2. Report from back page.
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Jimmy Connors
Evonne Goolagan
Czechoslovakia
Martina Navratiiova
Egyptian Protesters in Cairo Coast to Coast
Thousands of Egyptians clashed with police in Cairo as security forces wielded bamboo canes and tear gas to push back demonstrators. The march, amid rising prices and political turmoil, surged through central avenues with protesters crying out against the government.
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Cairo
NRMA lifts car insurance costs across board
NRMA motor vehicle insurance premiums rise 25 percent with the excess increasing from 4 50 to 70. Third party property damage rates climb to 27 in country areas 30 in the ACT Newcastle and Wollongong and 33 in Sydney metro area. Previously 21 to 25.
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NRMA
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Newcastle
Wollon Bong
Sheep Lost In Bushfire Near Gunning
A bushfire swept through property near Gunning yesterday burning about 283 hectares. About 200 volunteers from Gunning Shire, 35 fire units, worked to control the blaze. Mr George Brown lost most of his 200 sheep. remaining stock were destroyed. The Melbourne to Sydney railway line sustained damage with Inter-Capital Daylight Express delayed and two nocturnal trains delayed. section speed limited to 24 kmh from 110 kmh.
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Hume Highway
Gunning
Melbourne
Sydney
Nocds
Stretton leaves Darwin after declaring mission complete
General Stretton explained he chose to exit Darwin once the town's rescue effort was finished. He praised group leadership and the selfless work of locals, noting the avoidable pomp of civilian ceremony and stressing Australia's unity in crisis. He had arranged to depart privately to minimize disruption to ongoing relief work.
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Stretton
Darwin
Australia
Housing unrest and ceasefire plans in Northern Ireland
A brief summary notes Ireland IRA guerillas reportedly plan an extension to the Christmas ceasefire amid British moves for lasting peace in Northern Ireland. The item appears on page 5 and reflects political tensions during the period.
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Ireland
Northen
Government plans tanker fleet costing up to 250 million
Melbourne report states the Federal Government will form an oil tanker fleet with an estimated price tag of 250 million dollars. Transport Minister Jones will convene a top level conference on January 14 with oil and shipping firms, followed by talks with the ACTU and maritime unions. A senior shipping executive estimates eight tankers of about 50 000 deadweight tons may be required, adding to the overall cost.
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Maritime Unions
Brezhnev sickbed delays Middle East tours
Soviet Communist Party general secretary Brezhnev has been confined to bed at a Moscow sanatorium, delaying planned visits to Egypt, Syria, and Iraq. Diplomats said health concerns were the reason, while Moscow officials noted a recent meeting with Fabmi and Gamassi without detailing his comment.
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Syria
Iraq
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Goon Das
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Aid for Pakistan relief grants announced by leaders
The Foreign Minister Senator Willesee announced an immediate relief grant of 25000 to aid earthquake victims in Pakistan Jeddah. King Faisal of Saudi Arabia will give 47600000 to Pakistan for earthquake relief, announced by the Saudi Arabian Press Agency. Relief effort coverage on page 5.
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Pakistan
Jeddah
Faisal
Saudi Arabia
Chaplin Named Knight in New Year Honours List
Charlie Chaplin is made Knight Commander of the British Empire at 85, joining Pelham Wodehouse and sports figures among 732 honourees. Other recipients include Garfield Sobers, Roger Bannister, Belfast’s Lord Mayor, and Lord Rothschild, with Australian and New Zealand officials also honoured in regional lists.
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Garfield Sobers
Barbados
Nottinghamshire
England
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Sports Council
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M Norman Kirk
Albert Maori Kiki
Papua New Guinea
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