Tracking station near Woomera may close under US program changes
Australian officials say the Island Lagoon tracking station near Woomera could be closed if alterations to the American space program go ahead. Minister Garland outlined potential shifts including converting sites to deeper space tracking and adding ground system activity at Carnarvon Western Australia and Tidbinbilla ACT. NASA plans beyond the Sky Labs project are uncertain, with final decisions pending contractor briefings and space agency amalgamations.
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Tidbinbilla
Act
Carnarvon
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Canadian envoy Menzies named ambassador to NATO post
The Canadian High Commissioner to Australia Mr Menzies was appointed Canadian ambassador to NATO. He is expected to depart Canberra for Brussels in July to assume the post. The standing Canadian ambassador to referend, Med McCardie, had not yet set a start date. Menzies previously chaired Canberra’s Diplomatic Corps.
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NATO
Brusels
Canadian High Commission
Vanid Tast
Armbavandor
Med Mccardie
McCardie
Diplomatic Corp
Canberra
Navigation the Department National Developroest Mission of National Map
A report from Newalotter, Canc erra, notes a satellite navigation system costing about 30,000 dollars. The plan aims to map areas precisely that are currently hard to chart, aiding national development and regional planning efforts.
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Naonal
Cancerra
Tel Aviv Airport massacre shocks Israel
In Tel Aviv a three minute attack at the international airport left 26 dead and 72 wounded as three Japanese sympathisers with the Arab cause opened fire with Soviet made machine guns and hand grenades. Prime Minister Meir urged swift action and condemned Arab governments for aiding the assault while reaffirming friendly relations with Japan.
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Tel Aviv
Israel
Rhodesia Expels British Envoy Mr Alec Ward
Rhodesia announced the expulsion of Britain's representative in Rhodesia, Mr Alec Ward, after London refused to allow a liaison officer. The move signals deteriorating relations, with Salisbury asking the British government to withdraw Ward and noting no further negotiations on independence.
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Wednewlay
AAP
Rhodesia
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Associated Press
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Aad Beer
Rhein
Ward
London
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Noversbar
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Salih
Shipbuilders to get less help report on subsidies
The report concludes the wartime subsidy should be cut from prewar levels with a long term rate of 25 percent for coal and duties on imported vessels, plus interim measures. It urges removal of import relief on new and secondhand ships under 200 tons and outlines modest adjustments to the board’s recommendations.
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Ye Esterday
Soviet ratifies 1970 on Non-Aggression Pact with West Germany
MOSCOW reports the Soviet Union ratified the 1970 Non-Aggression Treaty with West Germany. The government news agency said the treaty, seen as a cornerstone of European tensions, was unanimously approved by the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet.
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No action yet on embassy campers opposition grows in parliament
Government delays winter adjournment action on a proposed ordinance to remove Aboriginal encampments opposite Parliament House. Minister Hunt said the measure would not be rushed and noted opposition concerns about using Parliament as a removal site. Debates focus on Commonwealth Land Ordinance powers and amendments to restrict use of the embassy camp.
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Canberra housing leases rise amid growing demand in 1972 73
In Canberra the housing program shows more detached residential leases required for 1972 73 with 490 offered in July and 483 in September and a possible rise thereafter. Officials warn demand outstrips supply, with projections unlikely to exceed 1 000 government housing units this financial year.
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Bousina
Canberra
Water on Porch Turmoil Trims Trimmed Roof Shelter
A report notes water intrusion on a porch causing damage to the underlying structure. Nearby residents report ongoing weather issues and seek repairs or guidance from local authorities. No injuries are reported and no formal investigation is mentioned in the available text.
Inhuman incident sparks Tel Aviv retaliation talk
Reported speculation in Tel Aviv on possible Israeli retaliation follows an inhuman attack described by Transport Minister Peres as vile. The chaotic scene at a crowded transport hub left up to 180 dead or wounded, with gunmen, bloodshed, and panic among passengers from an Air France flight. authorities say several operations occurred overnight at Tel H Shemer Hospital.
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Peres
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Irban
I 'Sekiaun
Togiitensen Ak
Eure
Saigon Finance Plan Supports Lump Sum Housing
Unclear damagelike clipping notes a plan in Saigon about lump sum housing finance. Mentions Geoffrey Faurtaire and references to page positions, but readable details are sparse and fragmented.
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Saigon
Geoffrey Faurtaire
Airport attack raises questions over Japanese group ties
Reporters in Tel Aviv and Rome describe three Japanese men linked to a Palestinian operation at an airport. One died, another possibly killed by a grenade meant for an airliner, and the third, Mas Namba Daisuke of Osaka, was captured and questioned. Israeli security officials tied the assault to Arab and Japanese networks while denying paid mercenary claims.
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Dayan
Ped
Eitzac
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Rome
United
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Shokeamun
Nigane
Sais
In from the cold Port Moresby prisoners searched
In Port Moresby Ardretay detainees say guards and warders searched for elusive escapees. The piece notes a harsh environment as inmates were moved, and authorities faced difficulties locating prisoners within a detained camp.
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Ardretay
Pia Keres
Ace
Janene
Three youths killed in Fond and hit a tree crash
Three youths traveling in a car near Fond road were killed when the vehicle swerved and struck a tree. The accident occurred late Wednesday night as the group returned from a gathering, authorities said.
Bomb blast hits Tehran near shrine as Nixon wreaths tomb
An explosion near a Tehran shrine disrupted President Nixon’s wreath laying at the Shah’s tomb. A U.S. general said two dynamite sticks wounded several and killed one, with authorities noting terrorists were behind the attack. Security tightened as Nixon completed the ceremony and left Tehran.
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