Liberal Party losses lead to new posts in Gorton cabinet
A defeated Liberal MHR, W T Arthur, 51, is appointed personal research assistant to Prime Minister Gorton, moving to Mawson in Canberra. Liberal candidate for ACT, Robert Maher, becomes private secretary to Senator Cotton. Perth MP Chaney to become Northern Territory Administrator. former External Affairs Minister Freeth may take a diplomatic post. Administrator post salary about 16 357 dollars.
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W. T. Arthur
Gorton
Act
Robert Maher
Civil Aviation
R. Cotton
Perth
Chaney
Northern Territory
Freeth
Arthur
Parliament House
Sydney
Woden Valley
Mawson
Barton
Dr Evatt
L. Reynolds
Labor
Bill Morrison
John Gorton
Birt and Co Pty Ltd
Australia
Roper Dean
Dean
San Francisco
Russians boost M East fleet
The Soviet Union has sent the cruiser Moskva into the Mediterranean amid rising Middle East tensions. Defence sources say the move strengthens Russian sea power with a ship capable of missiles and helicopter carrying, likely for anti submarine and land support roles. The Moskva, with accompanying destroyer and tanker, passed the Bosphorus on Sunday as part of a broader buildup reported by UPI.
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London
Soviet Union
Moskva
Mediterranean Sea
Middle East
United Press International
Mediterranean
Russia
Straits of Bosphorus
Famechon Wins By Knockout In Tokyo Title Bout
World featherweight champion Johnny Famechon of Australia retained his title with a 14th round knockout of Japan’s Fighting Harada. Famechon pressured Harada in rounds 13 and 14, sending him through the ropes and securing the victory as referee Nicky Pope ruled Harada unable to beat the count. This was Famechon’s second defense since winning the title from Jose Legra. a prior controversial decision in Sydney sparked a mandated rematch.
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Tokyo
Johnny Famechon
Australia
Fighting Harada
Japan
Famechon
Harada
Grogey
Nicky Pope
America
Pope
Ernie Christenson
Hiroyuki Tezaki
Jose Legra
London
Sydney
World Boxing Council
Afghan trip marred by clash during Agnew visit
A chaotic scene in Kabul as a crowd, including students, hurled objects and disrupted US Vice President Spiro Agnew’s one day visit. Police made no arrests. One person was injured as officials reported limited action and limited damage during the encounter.
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Artihtanm Studenta Strate Abul
Afghanistan
Esday
Aap-Renter
Toring
Spiro Agnew Cove
Vay
Novne
Banly
Pege 9
Australia Capital Territory HSC results reveal top students
Four of Canberra's brightest students celebrate high marks in the 1969 Higher School Certificate exams. Sandra Collings of Narrabundah, Amanda Metcalf of O’Connor, John Russell of Braddon, and John Cameron of Forrest achieve multiple level passes and plan university study or careers in science languages geology and English. Total ACT passers reached 1,223.
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Canberra
Sandra Collings
Narrabundah
Narrabundah High School
Collings
John Cameron
Forrest
Canberra Grammar
R. J. Cameron
Amanda Jane Metcalf
O'Connor
Telopea Park High School
ANU
G. H. Russell
John
Earthquake hits sea east of Port Moresby
A powerful earthquake struck beneath the Solomon Sea about 350 miles east of Port Moresby. The National Earthquake Information Center in Rockville, Maryland, reported the quake measured 6.6 on the Richter scale.
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Washington
Solomon Sea
Port Moresby
National
Trade unions urged to shape political voice in Territory
Mr Guise warned a nationalist party could rise in the Territory without a trade union college to develop a political platform for non-indigenous workers. He submitted two suggestions after local representations, arguing wage structures and mining Bougainville demand clearer voices and fair pay. He urged expert government inquiry to end economic discrimination and foster harmony.
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Guise
External Territories
Mr Barnes
Barnes
Trade Union College
Alotau
England
Africa
India
Papua-New Guinea
Bougainville
Papua New Guinea
New crack found in F-111 wing assembly
Washington reports a newly discovered crack in a forged wing plate of the F-112A linked to a December 22 crash at Nellis Air Force Base. Officials caution the crack may be unrelated to the loss of a wing or a broader defect.
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Washington
United Press International
Nellis Air Force Base
Nevada
Air Force
General Dynamics Corporation
Australia
General Dynamics
Decision Postponed Over F-111 Safety Debates in Parliament
Deputy opposition leader Barnard urged Canberra to revert to the original stance not to accept the F-111 until thorough checks rule out structural defects. He insisted on full-scale debate when Parliament resumes. Senator Turnbull of the Australia Party seeks a royal commission into Australia’s F-111 purchase, safety, and necessity.
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Barnard
Canberra
Australia Party
Turnbull
Prospects for Workers Bright Amid Growth and Constraints
The Minister for Labour and National Service Mr Snedden forecast an unprecedented growth in employment this decade, citing a strong economy and stable trends. He cautioned that outcomes hinge on assumptions including faith in Australia’s future, investment, industrial harmony, and effective management by the entire labour force. He noted 1969 saw about a 3 percent rise in the labour force, minimal unemployment, and ongoing labour shortages, especially for skilled workers, while demand grew for semi skilled and unskilled roles. He expected migrants, more school leavers entering work, and more married women joining the workforce to boost numbers.
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Labour and National Service
Snedden
Canberra
Australia
Whitrod Likely for Queensland Police Post
Papua New Guinea Police Commissioner Ray Whitrod, 54, was provisionally chosen by Queensland State Cabinet as Deputy Police Commissioner. Former Commonwealth Police Commissioner in Canberra, Whitrod was recommended by the Police Minister. Premier Bjelke-Petersen said Cabinet agreed pending Whitrod’s personal confirmation. He would automatically succeed Commissioner Norman Fuer next October, with Deputy role allowing him time to study and shape policy for a fresh leadership approach. Bauer will tour overseas after the Royal visit, enabling Whitrod to act as Commissioner temporarily.
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Brisbane
Papua New Guinea
Ray Whitrod
Queensland
Whitrod
Commonwealth Police
Canberras
Hodges
Bjelke- Petersen
Whitred
Queensland Post
Mrr Whitred
Norman “Uer
Bauer
Corruption Inquiry Could Be Over In Month
A mixed Australian newspaper page notes a corruption inquiry into police conduct in Victoria could be completed within a month. It also mentions Aboriginal leaders condemning NT administration garbs on white visitors to Aborigines in reserves. The Indonesian defence budget sits at about one percent of total.
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Victoria
Northern Territory Administration
Homes for Sale Lyneham 3 Bedroom, $13500
Established Lyneham home with three bedrooms and built ins. Price reduced to 13 500 dollars with transfer able low interest loan. Features include wall to wall carpet and garage. Postal address provided in notice.
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Watson
Garrage
Lyneham
Cook
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Peter Sekuless
West Irian
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Whit
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Charles Chapin
Sybil Thorndike
Gertrand Russell
Minops Group Pty Lid Lis
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Garema Place
R.E.J
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