Post Office Tribunal Sees Union Lock Horns Intensify
Canberra Times Fray reports a stalemate between Government and the Amalgamated Postal Workers Union as mail service falters. Drivers refuse to carry mailbags, essential supplies blocked, and calls for wage talks and a conference escalate toward possible direct confrontation with the Prime Minister. The piece notes blame on both sides, the PMG department's wage structure, and the looming arbitration path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E Goverment
Amalgamated Postal Workers’ Union
APWU
Sydney
Public Service Board
PMG
Public Service
Aml
Hi Plate
Sensior Gorton
Mae
Postal Workers Strike Impasse Prompts Labour Plea for Reform
A special tribunal in the postal sector faces resistance as APWU leaders push for harsh conditions and rally workers. Government seeks new initiative, arguing short term strike-breaking measures fail. A wage machinery revamp and a pilot-like tribunal model are proposed to resolve the dispute amid a call for unique Public Service mechanisms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
APWU
St Yewr
Labour
Iisional Service
Bury
Wight
Britain’s withdrawal and Australia’s defence role in Southeast Asia
An Australian perspective argues Britain will withdraw from Malaysia Singapore and the SE Asia theatre. Australia must keep forces in the region. argues for a revised Anglo Malaysian Defence Agreement and a regional security framework. Emphasizes Malaysia Singapore ties, US links, and dangers of a vacuum if Australia retreats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malaysia
Singapore
Australia
Heraid
Hinca
She x
Britain
Sigepor
Ate Uin
Ajay
Malaya
Otters
Federation
Robert Menzies
Canberra
Indonesia
United Kingdom
Wilson
Square 1
Olver
Thailand
Burma
Fred
Srt
Lesan
South China Sea
Southeast Asia
Subarto Administration
Ntl
Naithing
Ceed
Emaary
Ational
Terendak
Butterworth
Commonwealth Strategic Reserve
Stow On
Siopspors
The Dunstan Show dominates SA politics and showbiz
In a lively week South Australia moves toward an upcoming election with Premier Dunstan’s Labour image promoted through broad reform promises. Opposition leader Hall criticizes planning lapses while warning of Liberal losses, as campaigns target all Assembly seats.
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Dunstan
Labor Party
Prospernnis Vitalie
Idustry
Taong
Thomas Mayford
South Australia
Hall
Lcls
Prem
ALP
LCL
Asnegny
The
Pears
Chaning Mc Dunstan
Norwood
Assembly
Senate
Letters on a racial problem in Australia and overseas
A letter writer condemns racial prejudice and the rise of white fear, arguing that some deny it can happen locally while it occurs abroad. The piece cites tensions in the United States and Britain, urges acknowledgment of racism, and calls for decisive action to prevent submergence under growing hostility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Koward
United States of America
Great Britain
Fealiat
Iro
Cne
Contested views on race and immigration across nations
In a garbled 20th century reflection, the writer weighs racial prejudice, immigration, and coexistence across England, the United States, Holland, France, Suriname, and Indonesia. The piece laments intolerance yet praises peaceful cohabitation and notes the impact of immigration on national character, mentioning England, America, and the Netherlands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
South Africa
Howevn
Holland
Surinam
France
Hitler
Amiralla
van der Moolen
Rights and duties in Australian immigration policy debate
A May 1967 column reports tension over whether native-born Australians and naturalised immigrants receive equal rights and privileges. The author presses the Immigration Minister for clarification, noting no reply and asking if a parliamentary delegation can press the question at the membership convention.
Migrant Housing Crisis and Rent Pressures Cited
An article discusses migrant housing strains and rents, noting dire effects on families including unskilled workers and children. It references postwar conditions abroad, Australia, and policy ideas to ease migrant and native housing tensions. Mike Cavanaugh is named amid discussion of the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soller
Australia
Haing
Mike Cavanough
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Canberra Times
Fray
South-east Asia
Indian Ocean
Persian Gulf
T. B. Millar
Malsyen
Sabah
Sarawak
Lee Kuan Yew
London
Milan
Ainfirm Umate
Asia
United States
Pacific
New Zealand
Malayala
SEATO
Asuiming
Sera
ASEAN
ASPAC
Commonwealth
ANZAM
Anzus
Japan
Towarry
Darwin
Skoeys
Gatviven
Meloyte
Don Dunstan
Labor
Tory
Projemor G
Detkio
A. Petersilka
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