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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 05, 1968

Page

2

Australian Arts Council names its eight members

The government announced the initial eight appointees to the Australian Council for the Arts. Included are television executive Mr Ran fernes and La Trobe University historian lecturer. also Miss Elizabeth Archdale and MLA Mr W P Coleman of NSW. Others named: Mr Dudley Erwin and the late Mr Holt’s successor in New Dur en South Australia.

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Gorton and ANZUS policy shape Australia Asia debate

The Australian Prime Minister Gordon Gorton outlines how the ANZUS pact guides Australia’s stance in Southeast Asia. He argues the United States must remain engaged to ensure regional stability and progress, while Australia contributes troops and supports diplomacy. He notes upcoming Parliament discussions and the uncertain future of allied commitments.

Gorton says fears of Asia isolation are groundless

Prime Minister Gorton told the House he doubts no longer that the United States will keep its interest in Asia and aid regional stability. He indicated no new defence decisions would be made before the five power talks in Kuala Lumpur, with Australia’s future role shaped by his visit. Whitlam attacked the statement, arguing policy may rely on private understandings and accusing the government of prolonging the Vietnam war to sustain US presence.

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Narrow thinking, Whitlam says Australia needs clear statements

Mr Whitlam said Australia expects statements from Mr Gorton that are not left to imagination. He criticized reliance on press interpretation and noted defence reviews and the cabinet’s postponed session. He pressed for explicit views on US relations and regional peace talks amid Southeast Asia tensions.

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Criticism sharp as Ministers' absence sparks House clash

Australian Parliament erupts over ministerial absence as Liberal critics attack Attorney General Bowen for disrespect while discussions on Vietnam and ANZUS show deep divisions. St John condemns government conduct as Bowen leaves chamber during Copyright Bill debate. The exchange underscores tensions in policy toward Asia and domestic governance.

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MP alleges talk was bugged by security covert actions

A member of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation allegedly shadowed Deak ODonnell, an alleged conscientious objector, on May 22. The MP claims evidence shows a recording device or method intercepted a private conversation and questions government surveillance and disclosure to the public.

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