Brisbane flood toll rises to thirteen in recent disaster
Report from Brisbane notes the death toll reached 13 with two men missing as floodwaters receded. Destruction covered South Brisbane, Indooroopilly, St Lucia, Chelmer and Jindalee with mud, damaged windows, and halted supply lines. Government aid and emergency relief centres distributed funds and essentials while the Premier surveyed the flooded region.
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Flor
Herron
Gulf
Brissane
South Brisba Indooroopilly
St Lucia
Chelmer
Jindalee
Jan
Newsmen barred Aboriginal leaders visit in China
ABC News reports Chinese authorities barred all Mace Australia correspondents in Peking from covering the Aboriginal leaders delegation visit. Pati Raffaele cited that attempts to contact the Aboriginal group were rebuffed by the Chinese Foreign Ministry and the Australian embassy contact was refused. The Aboriginal mission, led by Mr Gutty Foley, was still weeks from its scheduled end.
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Mace Australia News
Peking
China
ABC
Pati Raffarle
Tyinese Foreign Ministry
Raffaele
Biney
Australia'a
Shan
Gutty Foley
Mild effects on prices from losses in Queensland and NSW
A Canberra Times survey shows prices unlikely to be heavily affected. Farmers escaped major losses in Queensland and New South Wales, with most impact centered on wool, beef, and sheep markets. Wheat, sugar, and soybean losses are expected to be minimal or temporary.
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Queensland
Nsw
Canberra Times
Brisbane
National Appeal Seeks Funds for Damage in Queensland Hoods
A national call urges Rene to pay for damages caused by the Queensland Hoods connected to the Trades and Labour Council and the Queensland ALP branch led by Mr Jack Egerton. The appeal presses for a fully representative campaign and a national fund to support disaster relief efforts.
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Ean Soa Rene
Queensland Hoods
Gheenaland “Trades” and Labour Council
Queensland
ALP
Jack Egerton
Survey by RAAF on Brisbane photographs
Acting Prime Minister and Defence Minister Barnard and Urban Development Minister Alen stated the RAAF photographic survey of Brisbane will record air moods and aid future development. The project aims to document atmospheric conditions and urban impacts for planning and analysis by authorities.
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RAAF
Brisbane
Defence
Mr Barnard
Alen
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Air fare rise predicted by Qantas chair in 1974-75
Sir Donald Anderson said overseas fuel prices make it likely air fares must rise to keep airlines profitable in 1974-75. International fares rose 6 percent January 1 and IATA members including Qantas discuss a further 7 percent from March. Qantas faced fuel costs of at least 55 million in 1974-75, with 30 million more in 1973-74, signaling revenue need to cover increases.
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Air Ines
Qantas
Donald Anderson
International Air Transport
Singapore
Donald
Sacan
The Finns are stubborn says Stalin to Roosevelt and Churchill
In a 1943 briefing noted by Bur, Stalin reportedly told Roosevelt and Churchill that the Finns would resist pressure. The remark reflects wartime tensions among Allied leaders as they discuss Finland and Finlandization strategies.
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Stalin
Roosevelt
Churchill
Bur
ACT Food Collected for Queensland Flood Relief
ACT food shipped to Queensland by RAAF Hercules is being sorted for distribution. Salvation Army and Red Cross volunteers pack and send relief items to Brisbane. funds aim for 50 000 and money collection shifts to support transport and aid.
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Queensland
Raaf Hercules
Fairbairn Raaf Base
Act-Queanbeyan Queensland Flood Relief Committee
Salvation Araiy
le Quewnbeyan Queensland
Wadeen
Brisbane
Canberra
Afernoon
Salvation Army
Canerie
Flanera
Braddon
Carousel to Open at Canberra Carnival March 13
The Canberra Week Committee announced the official opening of the old St Manus merry round at the Carousel Carnival. The ride will be installed at the Pettie and Alinga Street intersection in the plaza. Canberra wine and beer merchants will be invited to set up stalls, with bush bands and pop groups planned for entertainment.
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Alinga
Canberra
Deer Group
Talks on cheque ban in Melbourne to settle banking dispute
Officials from ABCA and ABAA meet Deputy President Professor J T Isane at Parliament House Melbourne to resolve a widespread cheque handling dispute affecting NSW Victoria and the ACT. Federal secretary John Sanders indicated details will follow as talks progress.
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Austra Bank Officials Association
Commonwealth Conciliation
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Australian Bank Officials ‘Association
Arbitration Commission
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ABC
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Banks Close In Melbourne After Cheque Standstill
Melbourne and New South Wales banks prepared to close many branches as a nationwide cheque suspension aimed at ending a banking dispute affected paydays. Victorian and NSW public servants and industrial workers faced delays, with unions and bank officials meeting in Melbourne to resolve the standoff, while some branches remained open to cash only certain Commonwealth Bank cheques.
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Fo Femi
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Bank of Thay
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van Yay
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Frank
Bank, of Australia
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Meek Carey
Utter
National Bank of Austrie
Dss
Commonesti Bank Ink Corporation
Cayberms
HL Sanglers
Sant Aihowgh
Spikéman
Department of the
Capital Territory
Mar Hind
Terriory
Turtle project shelved and political scandal notes
Fragmented OCR reveals a shelved Turtle project and political notes about a theft investigation at the White House. Mentions Saudi Arabia and a President’s testimony, plus other mixed items on pages 4 and 5. Novelists and deaths are noted among police and games briefs.
Reservations on PM's forum plan
Prime Minister Whitlam faces growing regional doubts over an Asian forum idea during his Asia tour. He says momentum is building though many governments see obstacles including lack of China ties and differing regional group preferences. Contends ASEAN and rival blocs complicate immediate implementation. Continued discussion expected on Page 3.
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Getline
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Ihmech
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Whitlam
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Australia
Indonesia
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Jsia
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Japan
Whitlam again hints timetable for Papua New Guinea independence
A Queensland press conference reveals Prime Minister Whitlam suggesting PNG could gain independence by year end. He mentions PNG joining the Commonwealth and common regional bodies. Speculation erupts over timelines and possible friction with self governing territories amid questions on regional groupings.
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Whitlam
Pap New Guinea
Ik Soul
Mired Nubians
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