Public servant advised against protests by colleagues
A Commonwealth public servant, Mr A G Martin, said a superior warned that public servants who joined demonstrations risked career jeopardy. Martin, a senior research officer in investment and ranking for the Department of External Territories, noted the remark likely affected promotion prospects and warned that politically active staff were viewed as less reliable. He had not joined demonstrations during the Johnson visit due to personal scheduling and Vietnam War opposition.
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A. G. Martin
Department of External Territories
Martin
ALP J
Johnson
Mc Maughen
Public Service
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation
Mme Matin
Me Agnew
Biafra
Markpress
Geneva
Ojukwu
Oyukwu
Biafra Secession Ends with Lagos Surrender Statement
General Effiong signed an unconditional surrender ending Biafra's 32 month secession. He pledged support for a single Nigeria and embraced Major General Gavin, the Nigerian head of state. The pledge marks a turning point toward national unity.
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Lagos
Bisha
Effiong
Biaffas
Associated Press
Nigeria
Gavin
Nigeria Bans Relief Aid From Four Nations Amid War Tensions
Nigeria announces a ban on relief from Britain France Portugal and other overseas bodies, labeling aid as studiously hostile and aiming to pressure secessionists in Biafra. Officials clarify Gowon may accept humanitarian help from suitable sources while opposing support that aids the secessionists’ war prolongation.
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Nigeria
Roman Catholization
Caritas
Cani Nordic Red Cross
Teriiory
Lagos
Bam
Nan aFatasil
Gowon
Leonard Cheshire
New Zealand Draw With Southern Win at Manuka Oval
A New Zealand cricket team match at Manuka Oval ended in a draw as Southern Territory held on after New Zealand posted 274 for four. NSW replied with 27 runs for five wickets in the first innings, with reports and images on page 16.
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New Zealand
Manuka Oval
Pounem Nsw
Ransom Note Demands 11000 For Cheryl Grimmer Return
Sydney police disclosed receipt tonight of a ransom note demanding 11000 for Cheryl Grimmer's safe return. The letter, written in clear English on lined paper, also asked for a writer's pardon and carried a threat of a second child being held. Police said the note likely aimed to cause alarm rather than indicate the writer's direct link to the Fairy Meadow Beach disappearance. The Acting Commissioner noted authorities must reveal the letter's contents at a news conference. Detective Superintendent R Lendium said no pardons would be offered to criminals and the government would decide the rest.
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Newman
CIB
R. Lendium
Cheryl
Fairy Meadow Beach
Lendrum
Onus for Reef Safety Shifts to Queensland Leader
Prime Minister Gorton said the reef safety responsibility rests with Queensland Premier Bjelke-Petersen after Ampol Exploration proposed a joint inquiry into drilling dangers. The Commonwealth offered CSIRO experts or other Australian and international specialists to join a cross‑jurisdictional investigation if Queensland agrees.
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Gorton
Commonwealth
Ampol Exploration Limited
CSIRO
Australia
Queensland
Plan to drill at Repulse Bay faces political bid
Plans to drill near Barrier Reef collapse as Prime Minister Gorton and Queensland Premier Bjelke-Petersen clash over Commonwealth powers. Ampol halted drilling after its decision, while calls for a joint federal state investigation grow. Gorton proposes CSIRO experts for a public report amid constitutional debate.
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Bjelke-Petersen
Ampol
Repulse Bay
Gorton
Queensland
Nationa Development
Me Swarts
Tengih
Ampol Exploration
Ltd
Anipo
Queensland “Coast
Fapex
Bauer
Commonwealth
Meet the Press
Brisbane
Bowen
Shercan
Furiher Shidy
Garton
Barrier Reef
Tony
Teller
Pizzey
Warrier Reef
Aries Reef
Recluse Bay Scheme, Involving Ampol Exploration. Repulse Bay
Ampol Company
Head of hospital resigns in Darwin turmoil
Darwin Hospital medical superintendent Dr Alan Lane resigned after warning of consequences under the Crimes Act. Lane declined comment. He had complained about Health Department administration to Sir William Refshuse. Six junior resident doctors aligned with Lane plan to resign. Federal MP Calder urged a full independent inquiry into Northern Territory Health Department operations.
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Darwin
Darwin Hospital
Alan Lane
Uigctor Lane
Health Department
Wiliam Refshsuce
Lane
Northern ‘Territory
Calder
Northern Territory
PM's Swimming Pool Poisoned With Acid
A chemist was summoned to the Prime Minister's Lodge after reports that the recently completed pool, costing 56 000, appeared to be poisoned with an acid-like substance. The pool was drained while a substance analysis was conducted, and lodge staff noted stains on the tiles. Police patrols reportedly missed a late-afternoon grounds intrusion.
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Adelaide
Avenue
National Circuit
Bushfire Emergency Declared in NSW Central West
In Sydney the bushfire emergency was declared in the Roto district of central western New South Wales. Carrathool fire controller Mr E Wilson said the blaze has burned for five days and covers about 30 square miles on two main fronts.
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Sydney
Roto
Nsw
Carrathool
E. Wilson
Grants to aid Aboriginal students education plan
The Federal Government announced five grants to enable Aboriginal students to complete secondary education. An expert predicts outcomes, while on page six Private Peter Denzil Allen, 20, is found guilty of murdering an Australian officer in South Vietnam.
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Peter Denzil ‘Allen
South Vietnam
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