Snow lingers as Antarctic winds bring Canberra frost
Canberra woke to unseasonal snow as Antarctic origin winds swept across the city. Suburban lawns received snowflakes and sub zero feel temperatures around midday, with a chill index near minus five. Forecasters warned continued cold until clear skies return.
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Heavy snow and freezing conditions hit New South Wales
Winter swept across NSW with heavy snow up to 100 centimetres in places and freezing temperatures. At Perisher and Thredbo ski areas crowds faced icy roads, chained vehicles, and limited lifts. The Great Western Highway near Mt Lambie closed. Weather Bureau forecast strong southwest winds offshore. In Melbourne a May cold snap brought the coldest day since 1896 with highs around 8.3 degrees.
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Melbourne
Aboriginal leaders summoned in conspiracy fraud case
The Prime Minister Mr Fraser and two other political leaders are summonsed to appear at Canberra Court of Petty Sessions to answer allegations of conspiracy to defraud the Aboriginal race. Spokesmen say they will not comment and will be represented by counsel. The case, brought by David Bruce Munro of Moree NSW, alleges the leaders conspired since 1951 to defraud the Aboriginal people.
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Moree
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Bank clerks push disarmament plan after Melbourne bank robbery
Melbourne reports a plan from Australian Bank Officials Association president Keith Remington to hold a special summit advocating police disarmament except in exceptional cases. He cites a study tour comparing firearms access in Europe and Britain, as two masked robbers strike a Mentone bank, escaping with 5000 dollars after a shotgun shot through the ceiling.
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Federalism Bill delayed amid Senate dissension
The government postponed the States Personal Income Tax Sharing Amendment Bill after reports of dissension among government senators. Queensland Western Australia South Australia and Tasmania opposed the move calling it an intrusion. Cabinet and federalism committees met late to resolve the dispute with plans to schedule a Senate passage after a June Premiers Conference.
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Fiji poll may force new general election in wake of vote
Suva report notes Fiji's Alliance minority government lost a vote of confidence after an Opposition amendment by the National Federation Party carried. Prime Minister Ratu Sit Kamivene Mara is expected to ask the Governor-General to dissolve Parliament and seek a new election.
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Whitlam executive reshaped after midterm ballot
Leader Whitlam hailed a more in touch ALP leadership after a tight 32 to 30 ballot against Hayden supporters. Uren kept deputy role amid Keating Hurford challenge. Keeffe fallen to McClelland 50, with Button also listed in the Senate race.
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Whitlam holds Labor leadership amid party tensions
The Australian Labor Party faction tightens its grip as Gough Whitlam narrowly secures leadership, while internal divisions persist. Observers note factional strains, Uren’s position remains solid, and Whitlam signals confidence in winning the next election on party merit and Fraser government weaknesses.
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ALP Leadership Shakeup Amid Election Returns
The left wing faced displacements as key nominees failed to secure seats. New members include Mr Keith Johnson and Dr Klugman with 21 nominations for 16 spots. Willis led in primary voting. final counts show shifts affecting the federal executive and shadow cabinet as Whitlam plans further reshuffles.
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Split in party denied and debated in shadow ministry
The report outlines divisions within the party over Treasury and Finance or short versus long term planning. Key figures Hayden Whitlam Hurford and Klugman are discussed regarding health, agriculture and science portfolios. Whitlam denies a split and stresses unity ahead of the western elections.
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Rail disaster inevitable in inquiry told
Mid east at war threat cables background renewed threat of war in Mike Eall Page SPLINTER PARTY Bruce Juddery writes on Mr Chipp new splinter party Idi and Commonwealth Gwynne Dyer writes an Idi Amin at the Commonwealth heads of government conference approaches Social Security staff Department of Social Security Jet arena sports cash too little sport cash says Confederation of Australian Sport tells the Government Page 24 Buckpot 1192 Special 2676 Saree Index
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Apex Fireworks Display Sets June 13 In ACT
Canberra and Queanbeyan Apex clubs join The Canberra Times CTV TV and Radio 2CA to stage an Apex fireworks show at Manuka Oval on Monday June 3 during the Queen's Birthday long weekend. Admission SI for adults 30c for children. family entertainment starts 7 pm with food stalls rides and a sky diving act. Top act Sapa performs as fireworks begin around 5 30 to 6 pm. Proceeds support the ACT Society for Physically Handicapped.
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