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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1976
Page
1
Mourners gathered in Canberra for the funeral of a local bikie figure described as a beloved member by friends and family. The service reflected the community’s mixed feelings as memories and respect filled the gathering.
Allan Little was farewelled in a solemn chapel gathering and a small group procession past Cammaniwentth Avenue Bridge. Friends spoke of his bold, steady presence and the bikies lingered as the crowd moved toward the old hunt. Kept alive by songs and a final toast, Allan’s passing was marked with quiet respect and lingering memories.
A 73 year old man died and his 69 year old wife was critically injured when their car collided with a gravel truck at Hindmarsh Drive and Jerrabomberra Avenue Narrabundah. The death marks the fourth Canberra road fatality in five days and the toll for the year reaches 15. Police urged caution and noted multiple crashes, offering safety tips for winter driving and cold weather conditions. The report names several other injured or deceased individuals and emphasizes rigid adherence to road safety rules.
The third stage of Woden Plaza development includes a large farmers market with stalls to sell fruit vegetables dairy meat liquor and antiques. Expected weekly operation with upgraded market hall offering expanded floor space and additional specialty shops, awaiting final plans.
Be Ir ut reports say Syrian aircraft rocket and strafed a Moslem area along Beirut's front line. Witnesses observed jets with Syrian Air Force markings from Riyak airbase. Reports claim Syrian troops advanced into Lebanon's center, clashing with Moslem factions as Palestinian guerillas claim expansion.
Across page three a foreign affairs minister Mir Rosca is accused of double dealing and betraying the Torrey Stratile amid border tensions with PNG. The Canberra Times editor questions aid waste and policy oversight in a detailed interview with a government official. Rugby preview notes ACT test with a strong lineup at Manuka Oval today, while domestic economy pieces discuss labour schemes and family budgets.
Snowy Mountains saw the first heavy falls before the ski season starts with Perisher Valley recording 75 millimetres and Smiggin Holes 25 millimetres. Winds reached 100 km/h, while the Canberra forecast warned motorists of icy patches and cold conditions.
Singapore dancer Goh Lay Kuan 85 and Yan Tinay, detained since March under the Internal Security Act, were released after a week in custody. Nine others previously detained in January were also freed. Authorities allege a recruitment drive by Singapore and Malaysian communists to recruit students and professionals for a covert propaganda fund and a recruitment centre in Sydney.
Four monks in Seaton Sluice England were not charged after police investigated a 4am sea swim. The men were found swimming at dawn wearing minimal attire. Authorities concluded no criminal act, releasing them after inquiry.
Captain Hadley was knocked unconscious and suffered a broken right shoulder when a storm torn through Bass Strait. Chief Officer M Boyland assumed command as the 10,000 tonne ship faced gusts up to 100 knots. Captain Hadley underwent surgery at Melbourne hospital.
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