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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 29, 1969
Page
1
Sydney report notes Prime Minister Gorton remains uncertain about Australia's future defence role in the Malaysia Singapore region. He promised a formal statement soon after parliamentary sittings, amid delays and shifting expectations from Malaysia, Singapore, and New Zealand about forward defence and troop deployment. The dialogue includes plans for Canberra talks in May and possible Anglo Malaysian Defence Treaty considerations.
Washington dispatch reports President Nixon urges broad US Soviet cooperation to ease tensions in the Middle East and avert a wider war. He appeals for a substantive Moscow dialogue, arguing joint action could avert global crisis and demonstrate constructive diplomacy.
Prime Minister Gorton defends no immediate treaty with Malaysia over Sabah, citing existing troop arrangements and a lack of need for formal ratification. He rules out rushing Mirage interceptors from Butterworth to Sabah while awaiting five power conference outcomes. He plans meetings with Nixon and Canadian leaders before the May conference to secure more detail on future defence arrangements.
Beirut reports Iraq plans further trials and executions following a hangings incident for spying for Israel. Government officials announced more trials as 14 accused await judicial actions, with related deaths in Liberation Square and Basra prompting international concern and UN comment.
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The Queen and Prince Phillip will tour Australia and New Zealand in March and April to mark Captain Cook’s voyage bicentenary. Prime Minister Gerton announced the royal couple will visit ACT, NSW, Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania, with prior visits noted including February/March 1963 and the Duke of Edinburgh’s numerous solo trips, the latest last year.
An obituary note reports the death of Pasquale Pir Damiano, 39, after a road collision four miles south of Canberra on the Monara Highway. The Canberran leader of the Italian community was the car's sole occupant, and police appealed for information as investigations began.
Melbourne reports Australia will sell about 2.0 million long tons of wheat to China with a $125 million value and a 10 percent optional increase. Shipments run from next month to March 1970 under a 10 20 20 50 payment plan. The deal, the Wheat Board’s largest, aims to ease a large carryover while sparking debate over diplomatic recognition and market strategy.
In Canberra yesterday the Minister for Primary Industry Mr Anthony warned wheat growers against overproduction and urged a reduction of the first advance for the 1969-70 crop. He said the industry faced unresolved negoti- ations with China while stressing the importance of managing grain deliveries and exports to sustain the economy.
At Yass Municipal Council last night the decision was four votes to three to take no action on an ordinance over three years old that would require property owners on the main street to remove verandahs described as fine but archaic. The Deputy Mayor moved to preserve verandahs, have the building inspector monitor conditions, and bar advertisements, while opponents urged modernization and questioned historic value. About eight residents attended the meeting.
Melbourne firm Flinders Shipping Company Ply Ltd signs a 6.5 million contract with Japan's Kawasaki Dockyard Co Ltd for a container ship to carry Australian wool, wheat, and general cargo to Asia, marking a major export link.
West Indies claim a win at Adelaide Oval after strong batting dominates Australia. Rivest reports from the scene on the final day, detailing observers and players reflecting on past losses and the record chase.
Council plans to present its tax position to Members of Parliament as part of a formal advisory to influence fiscal policy. The report notes ongoing debate among officials and mentions related political actions and committee consultations.
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