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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 06, 1970

Page

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Native MPs attack Labor Leader over independence push

In Singapore on Monday two senior Papua New Guinea MPs condemned Labor Leader Whitlam for pressing the territory toward independence against public will. They warned they would oppose his plans, saying independence should come only with broad consent, and questioned a 1976 target date.

Singapore House of Assembly Whitlam New Guinan Tull Guilies Lokluk Pupusa Guinea Loki Toko Nancy Warner Comc Udge

Whitlam tour sparks tension in Territory Assembly

Port Moresby reports a nine day Whitlam tour provoking civic leaders as Territory House debates policies. MPs clashed over government power, with Ted Hoe interrupting and labeling the assembly as rubber sums. Mataungan group in Rabaul plans talks with Whitlam amid fears of labor and plantation policy impact.

Port Moresby Cahir Whithuetak Wis Whithim Setseifors Aly Mai Eun Nrito Beazley Whitlam Feritory House of Assembly Fox Ted Hoe MT Whitlam Covneil Whitlam Tad Soid

Setback in space age plans and lunar schedule shifts

Mr Low discussed delays to the Apollo era lunar program and the plan for a moon landing sequence extended into 1973. He described potential reuse of the Saturn V, a proposed July 1972 moon launch, and a space station in earth orbit with staged visits lasting weeks.

Mr Low America Att Centre Low Yall Thigesman Space Institute Willians Rubey

Fog hits ACT flights as weather disrupts Canberra routes

Fog forced partial closure of Canberra airport delaying several flights. A two engined Fokker Friendship bound for Melbourne remained on the ground after takeoff was canceled. Spokesman cautioned the early disturbance may presage a challenging season for the airline. Temperature reached 75 degrees, with a wide range from 45 to 75, as conditions warmed and winds were light.

Canberra Fox Melbourne Aut Raul Minisure Sanpm

Strike at Eden Factory Sparks Worker Walkout

A disruption hit Eden’s Keast Foods lip fish cannery as around a hundred workers including women and men from the Australian Workers Union walked out at about 2 pm yesterday. Production checks were underway when the strike began, affecting several sections of the factory.

Keast Foods Eden Hn Linton

Victorian pay-offs inquiry to probe abuse bribery allegations

Melbourne reports the Victorian Government will begin a police bribery inquiry next Monday into claims that officers took bribes from abortionists. William Kaye QC leads with broad powers akin to a royal commission. The inquiry may decide on criminal proceedings and offers witness protection under the Evidence Act.

Melbourne Oueen William Kaye Victoria Arthur Rylali Kaye Royal Commission Bertram Warner Arthur

Kaye to lead one man inquiry into police abortion probes

The inquiry, led by Mr Kaye with assistance from John Windeke and Sir Henry Winneke, aims to call witnesses and demand documents. It seeks to complete quickly before May state elections, amid claims police graft and abortion protection.

Kaye Wis John Windeke Henry Winneke Victoria Arthur Te Tour Br Wainer Sas Te Minke

ACT haven for motorists amid breathalyzer debate

The Department of the Interior backed a Breathalyzer program in principle but offered no firm timetable. A parliamentary inquiry delayed formal legislation while six ACT Police members trained in Melbourne. Officials stressed avoiding past problems seen elsewhere as they pursue drafting steps.

Interior Mr Ninon Ne Find ACT Police Melbourne Department of the Inier Tad Hee Drepsratina of Britain

Thieu blamed as My Lai massacre probe runs aground

A Senate inquiry accuses Thieu of mismanaging the My Lai massacre case amid claims of government cover up. Reports indicate at least 47 villagers died in March 16 1968 operation, while opponents demand accountability for Lieutenant Calley and a fuller investigation into civilian deaths and military actions.

Chastal Althouen Thien My Lai Desee William Calley Elvsions Calley Vietnamest Thyest Massiere Defence Ministry Theaton Disse Defence and Prosecution

33 Die as dam bursts in Mendoza flood disaster

In Buenos Aires a burst flood dam sent a wall of mud and water through Mend ors city. Police and officials in Buenos Aires based on radio messages warned up to 50 dead as communications cut off and the army declared Mendoza a disaster.

Buenos Aires Mendors Associated Press Bacnos Aires Mendoza

Share market buoyant opening in Sydney and Melbourne

The 197 share markets opened buoyantly in Sydney and Melbourne with stocks surging. Tender WAP rose by 75 cents in Sydney, while in Melbourne it climbed to about $18. The report notes gains across major listings as investors showed optimism at the market start.

Hoxan Sydney Melbourne A. Stock

Poseidon Seesaws in Melbourne and Sydney Stock Moves

Poseidon nickel stock opened at 240 in Sydney while Melbourne saw a new Poseidon racer priced at 250. Heavy selling pressed prices down to 8 in parts, with late-day activity showing modest recoveries and mixed closes across exchanges.

Sydney Minnt Melbourne Ays

Takeover contest headlines in Sydney action

Waltons Ltd takeover case involves a mute tint and capital stakes reports on Sydney contest won by Anthony Marder and Sans WN. Page 42 details.

Waltons Ltd Digury Capital Eace Capital Sydney Anthony Marder Sans WN

Unclear stock issue reported by AC spokesman

An unreadable note mentions a stock issue and a spokesman named AC, with scattered references to Sydney and a place called Wight Memands in Aastra. The fragmentary text lacks verifiable details or coherent events to confirm a clear headline.

United Nates Bydney Pester Fiay Wight Aastra

Education reform and Middle East issues feature in midweek report

The article bundles scattered items from a late edition noting reforms in education, Middle East peace prospects, and political shifts. It highlights reforms announced by a president, statements from a prime minister, and regional governance actions, interspersed with wildlife and sport briefs.

Middle East Iraeti Abbahin Middle Haye

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