Petrol price rise eyed as tanker costs surge
Premier Bolte and industry officials discuss a likely 10d to 1d per gallon petrol hike driven by tanker shortages and freight increases. Analysts say aviation fuel costs will also climb, with oil companies urged to justify any rise. Labor figures seek state intervention to guard motorists.
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Battleships To Be Scrapped By Port Order
Four of Britain’s five battleships are set for scrapping at port under a 290 million plan. The King George V, Howe, Lion, Repulse, and Anson are cited as among ships to be dismantled to cut annual defense costs. The move aims to reallocate resources though questions remain about remaining warship needs.
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News In Brief Strikes And Violence Across Regions
W A to consider strike action as Australian union officials prepare for a possible nationwide stoppage next Monday. In Algiers, French reinforcements were airlifted after a convoy ambush left 12 dead and 12 wounded. Johannesburg arrests followed a treason exam gather. In Nicosia a Briton was fatally shot in the murder mile. Washington sees John Foster Dulles criticizing a Democratic substitute plan for Eisenhower’s policy. Australian College staff officer appointments and overseas postings are also noted.
Shipping Rise Threatens Australia Trade Balance
Shipping increases likely to cost Australia about £10 million yearly with higher import freights and insurance. Consensus says the added costs could wipe out the 1906-57 balance of payments gains, impacting exports and overall national economy. Officials warn that revised freight charges threaten overseas trade and require improved cargo handling at Australian ports.
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Resumption Of Talks With Egypt Sought
In New York British and French diplomats met with UN chief Dag Hammarskjold to press for resuming talks with Egypt on a Suez Canal settlement. A British spokesman said progress would focus on form and timing rather than substance. Egypt has indicated it will not sit idly by while talks stall.
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Big Grass Fire Sweeps Farms At Ginninderra
A grass fire in Ginninderra destroyed four to five thousand acres of pasture. Firefighters and volunteers contained the blaze near Hall and Barton Highway, with Cross and Cotter river outskirts under control. Red Cross and MCAT workers aided crews with water and refreshments.
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Buses Bump In Accident At Kingston
A line of five buses carrying Young Australia League students from South and Western Australia was involved in a minor crash in Kingston Canberra. The rear bus collided with the bus ahead as they stopped on Giles Street during a touring visit to the eastern states. No serious injuries reported.
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State of Union Message Preview From President
A partial draft of the State of the Union address outlines domestic policy emphasis with a focus on the international picture. The president plans to present a concise domestic agenda while preparing to finalize changes before leaving office, according to the presidential press secretary.
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Amery Urges European Middle East Policy Unity
STRASBOURG yesterday the Conservative leader Amery urged the 15 nation Council of Europe to craft a new Middle East policy and pursue it with the Americans if possible, or without them if necessary. He cited three calamitous defeats since October, including Budapest Suez and aligning UN votes against Britain and France.
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Yemen Calls for Halt to Aggression Across War Fronts
Yemen and Britain press for end to hostilities as reports cite unprovoked air strikes and frontier violations. A Yemen delegation in Bonn condemned continued bombings and urged adherence to peace efforts amid ongoing clashes in multiple villages and towns.
Aims To Set Age Record In Lithgow
William Smith, aged 104 at Bowenfels Lithgow, plans to live 16 more years to beat a 120 year record held by a New Zealand man who recently died. Smith, born January 10, 1853, says his grandfather lived to 112 and grandmother to 110, and that his feet trouble him but his health is good.
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Basilio Injury Delays Title Bout With Saxton
Syracuse NY Thursday Carmen Basilio, welterweight boxing champion, said he injured his hand in training and will postpone the January 18 title fight with Johnny Saxton in Cleveland for at least five weeks.
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