Australia’s overseas reserves rise after late-year recovery
Australia’s overseas reserves climbed by £39 million in the latter half of 1960 61 after a sharp mid year drop. Recovery came from private capital inflows stronger exports and credit arrangements with the International Monetary Fund along with a £45 million standby facility. Current account remained in deficit for 1960 61 though the final half showed improvement.
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Refugee flow and Berlin crisis dominate talks and tensions
East German troops manned roadblocks to curb refugees fleeing to the West, with over 1 000 reaching West Berlin and 26 500 for the month. U S officials signal rising preparedness while NATO unity and potential talks on Berlin loom, as Washington weighs possible negotiated solutions within a firm Western stance.
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Memorial honors Australian World War I dead at French Embassy
Prime Minister Menzies unveiled a French Embassy memorial bearing the names of 12 French battlefields where Australians fought. A gilded Winged Victory statue sits atop the column facing the embassy road. French and Australian officials and diplomats observed as Reveille and the Marseillaise mingled with a distant cock’s crow signaling lasting Franco-Australian ties. General Pechholl, envoy to Claudel, affirmed the enduring memory of Australians who fought in France.
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War Memorial Unveiled At French Embassy Honoring Australian Soldiers
The French World War I memorial for Australian soldiers was unveiled at the French Embassy. General Pechkoff, envoy of President de Gaulle, presented two letters with greetings from French War Veterans Associations to Air Vice Marshal Bladen for the KSB. Menzies attended with General Pechkoff as the memorial was revealed.
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England in command as strong fourth test progress
England pushed toward a first innings lead at Old Trafford as Australia faltered. Statham starred with 5 for 53, and May anchored a 100 partnership with Pullar while Booth battled in his debut. Australia 124 with four down, aiming to limit the hosts’ advantage.
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Government uneasy on unemployment conference talks
The Federal Government has not received any request for a Commonwealth State conference on unemployment. Premier Sir Thomas Playford of South Australia spoke of proposing to ask the NSW Premier Mr Hellier to arrange a conference. Mr Heffron normally handles formal joint action with the Commonwealth. No request has been received by the Prime Ministers office yet. If a request is made it will be considered.
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