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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 31, 1969

Page

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First HK flu death at Fairfield

Melbourne report details the first Hong Kong flu death at Fairfield Infectious Diseases Hospital. The 56 year old patient died amid pneumonia linked to influenza after admission for Hong Kong flu. Dr Bennett noted vaccine effectiveness is uncertain and federal trade plans face delays due to worker strikes. Local bakery closure followed archnese concerns.

Melbourne Atfield Infectious Diseases Hospital Hospitals Monthly M. Mek. Rennett Ong Kong Bennett Hong Kong de Bennett

Barnard Divorce Granted After Desertion in 154% Case

The Supreme Court granted divorce to Mrs. Barnard from Christian Barnard. The couple, married in 154%, share two children. Desertion was cited as the ground for Mrs Barnard’s divorce action.

Barnard Christian Barne Supreme Court Alette

Gorton Signals Changes to Means Test in Australia

In Brisbane, Prime Minister Gorton hinted at possible changes to the means test for pensions, suggesting relaxing criteria to broaden eligibility. He argued $450 million could better relieve poverty and pressed for improved quality of life and opportunities for Australia’s women while acknowledging the need for a robust regional stance in Southeast Asia with stronger alliances, notably with the United States.

Brisbane Gorton Southeast Asia Gerton Australis Amsti

Tax writ for Humphries faces court challenge

Commonwealth Deputy Tax Commissioner issued writs against stage and TV star Barry Humphries over alleged income tax for the year ended June 30, 1969. Writ cites £10,503.09 for unpaid income tax and provisional tax of £510,697.89 plus interest and a credit of £20,000 from 1966.

Wieldourne Wes Taxifion Commissionery Ted Supreme Court Barry Humphries

Nixon says peace options exhausted in Saigon

President Nixon, after talks with South Vietnam's Thieu, declares the United States and Saigon have gone as far as possible in seeking peace with Hanoi and the NLF. He calls Saigon's offer of free elections a generous peace plan and says it is time for the other side to respond.

Saigon Nixon United States South Vietnam Hanoi Vietcong National Liberation Front Independence Palace Thieu NIF Thiva Philippines Indonesia Thailand Asia Vietnam Tom North

Nixon visit to Dal got Vietnam trip amid tight security

8000 police kept alert during Mr Nixon and wife Pat Nixon visit to Saigon Bangkok interrupting a three day stay. Communications blackout and heavy security occurred as troops searched streets and buildings. Nixon urged end to war while noting suffering in Vietnam and support from South Vietnamese President Thieu for military and economic goals.

Nixon Vietnam Bangkok Saigon Washington Saizun Thieu Ian Associated Press Thien Brinden Nixon di An Jones Tohn von Mie

New censorship deal debated by Labor party in Australia

Melbourne report outlines Labor policy shifts toward liberalising civil liberties and censorship rules. A proposed judicial tribunal would hear objections to offensive material, while opposing delegates sought limits. The platform expands rights, privacy protections, and an administrative appeals court, with emphasis on freedom of expression for adults and safeguards against discrimination.

Melbourne TABOR Maiyercrivape Gressive Fenge TL Alk Labor Marty Australia ALD Arcee Hayden Dunstan Jett Administrative Court of Appeals

Inside, moderate policy on defense bases and exports

A brief page note reports a moderate policy stance on defense basing and that wheat is now being exported. It mentions calls for a more modern outlook and records on the topic. The item is a compact, period-voiced wire-like update reflecting ongoing policy discussion and trade shift.

Catholic hospital to cost nearly eight million dollars

The Department of Health outlined an $7.8 million Catholic hospital project in Canberra’s Belconnen area. The plan, shared with architect Gordon Jenkins and Associates, would fund three quarters of construction by the government, with the church covering the rest. If the hospital operates at a loss, the government would also cover interest and repayment costs. The facility, to be run by the Little Company of Mary, aims to open in 1972 and will include public wards and mixed-use facilities similar to Caberra and Woden hospitals.

Department of Health Sit Ahieh Gordon Jenkins and Associates Sydney Woden Tho Tatest Belsi Joan Idde Wholab Calvary iJall Canberra Caberra Oder Little Company of Mary Fenders Ballsi Orver Cansburma P.M. Donnell Ynlore O'Donnell Nolna Imeed

Body of man found on Black Mountain in Canberra

Canberra police reported a decomposed male body found on Black Mountain on the open western side yesterday afternoon. Three technicians discovered the body while a longer investigation suggested the man had been there for months. Police, with over 20 personnel, conducted searches earlier based on telephoned directions but failed to locate it. Coroner to receive a report after dental evidence and examination.

Black Mountain Canberra Nortewestern Mouin Wagan Air Fine Bay Sydney Fois Nuri Sydney Jim Holiday Can Bera Fecenl Mountain Tully Anan

Disorder in West Trian sparked by clashes and suspensions

A chaotic scene in West Trian ends with officers dragging participants as authorities decide on a major crime probe. Reports note a city inquiry into alleged violence while an Olympic soccer captain faces a season suspension for kicking an opponent. The issue touches multiple sections, including entertainment and lottery pages.

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Trade head to meet EEC on wheat policy

Sir Alan Westerman travels to London to press for clarification on whether EEC price cuts indicate a policy to lower global wheat prices. McEwen says the Washington agreement context remains unclear while officials from the Trade and Industry Ministry expect a firm stance. In Tokyo, American and Australian wheat offers rise in tender amid price relief efforts.

EEC Alan Westerman Department of Trade London ERC TGA McEwen Washington

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