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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 25, 1968

Page

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Sizzler heat grips Canberra as temps soar again

Canberra recorded a unofficial 102 degrees at Civic Centre with Fairburn showing 96 degrees at 3:30 pm, while 102 marked the day’s peak. A change is forecast with possible clouds and isolated showers. fire danger remains very high. Mildura endured a duststorm as Melbourne logged 105.2 degrees and firefighters faced dozens of out of control blazes near the city.

Fair HO Dearest Tipm Westerday Fairbairn Bureau of Meteorology Canberra Mildura Melbourne AU Ballarat

Formal water request from Interior for Snowy Reservoir water

The Department of the Interior formally requests water from Antangara Reservoir as part of the Snowy Mountains scheme to Canberra. Approval rests with Snowy Mountains Council and NSW Water Conservation and Titigation Commission. A spokesman said the amount hinged on ACT reserves and emphasized intensified water restrictions in Canberra prior to rule changes. The plan faced criticism as an “ignorance” claim amid drought.

Department of the Interior Antangara Snowy Canberra Snowy Mouintaime Council Nsw Act

Metal workers in two states strike threatens nationwide halt

About 9 000 metal workers across New South Wales Victoria and other states walk out as the Metal Trades Federation meets in Sydney endorsing a nationwide 24 hour stoppage. The action targets company wage absorption practices and could disrupt HMAS Melbourne work at Garden Island and several foundries and workshops. The strike involves more than 30 stoppages and over 6 000 workers in various plants with broader industry impact anticipated.

Sydney Melbourne Geelong Metal Trades Federation Syiney 2 Travies Bodney Ite Ding Islay HMAS Garden Island

Tax-collection plea rejected in Victorian talks

Melbourne Wednesday reports the Victorian Premier Sir Henry Bolte in Canberra with Prime Minister Gorton and Treasurer McManamon discussing taxation for Victoria. Officials say no statement will be made yet after two hours of talks. the Commonwealth appears unlikely to adopt Bolte’s plan to collect the tax. The Victorian Wheat and Woolgrowers Association urges party leaders to deter the state from enforcing the Stamps Tax Bill amid pressure to shift funds and scope.

Victoria Sir Henry Bolte Senator Gorton Parliament House Canberra Mr McManon Sir Henry Commonwealth Gorton Jem Holt Melbourne Victorian Wheat and Woolgrowers Association

Indonesia to recall envoy amid reshuffle by Suharto

Indonesia plans to recall its ambassador to Australia Major-General R A Kosasih amid a broader pullout of 11 diplomats. The action, directed by President Suharto, targets ambassadors in Afghanwan Algeria Ethiopia Guinea Belgium Romanian Czechoslovakia Yugoslavia and others, with Kosasih noting his Canberra posting since December 1964 would end after a usual two year term.

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North Vietnamese mass near Khe Sanh threaten decisive battle

US alert describes large North Vietnamese buildup in northwest South Vietnam near Khe Sanh. Reports say 16,000 troops, a possible full scale offensive directed by a Hanoi defense official, with marines at Khe Sanh and surrounding strongpoints bracing for impact amid impending negotiations and strategic aims.

Saigon South Vietnam United States Marine Khe Sanh Laos Ameri Defence Ministry Sai United States Charles Mohr The New York Times

Pueblo seized by North Korea refuses to release ship

North Korea insists the Pueblo remains in its hands after the seizure by gunboats. Major General Pak Chung Kuk tells Rear Admiral John Smith talks failed and several Americans were killed or wounded. Washington and Seoul discuss possible actions as the Seventh Fleet moves and a White House meeting is called.

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Koreans Deny U S Demand Over Pueblo Crisis

Amid conflicting reports the North Korea crisis intensifies as South Korean and U S authorities deny certain demands while the Pueblo remains in custody off Wonsan. Tokyo based Kyodo cites military sources as the vessel moves toward potential confrontation.

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ACT stamp duty plans outlined for June 30 introduction

The Treasury aims to have ACT stamp duty legislation ready by June 30. No firm date announced by Treasurer McMahon, though he signaled the duty would be imposed in the current financial year. Earlier notes by Holt and a 1965 budget also referenced delays due to scheme feasibility. A Taxation Department official provided yesterday.

The Treasury Mr McMahon McMahon Lnter Holt Was

Motorist asks for life and life over drink offense

Fragmentary clipping mentions a motorist charged with driving under the influence. The text also references optimistic notes from a 40th anniversary celebratory context and other assorted items such as a nuclear crash site, UK Prime Minister Wilson and Kosygin peace talk, and a hospital push-up anecdote, with scattered page references.

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