Canberra casino assent sparks funding split plan
The ACT Minister for the Capital Territory, Mr Staley, gave assent to operating a Canberra casino while advocating use of casino revenues to fund a separate convention centre and concert hall. He noted interest from operators and outlined steps for licensing, interim oversight, and collaboration with the Assembly and Department of the Capital Territory.
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Australia New Zealand rift widens at Commonwealth Conference
London reports strained ties between Australian Prime Minister Fraser and New Zealand Prime Minister Muldoon as they clash over non interference in sporting relations and NZ concerns about regionalism. Fraser seeks a regional approach while Muldoon cites commodity price issues and NZ independence. both leaders prepare for keynote addresses amid ongoing tensions.
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Call to narrow gulf between rich and poor nations
London Wednesday. Prime Minister Callaghan opened a conference urging action to narrow the gulf between rich and poor nations. The gathering drew about 1 billion people across Asia Africa Europe and other regions, with 400 delegates including many ministers from diverse states.
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Britons Barred From Leaving Uganda Amid Rift
London reports Uganda barred about 300 Britons from leaving the country with immediate effect as security forces round up all nationals. A spokesman for Vice-President Amin said fate would be decided on his return from the Commonwealth Conference in London.
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Kaunda condemns Amin as evil man amid Uganda killings
Sir Kaunda cited the ICJ estimate of up to 100,000 murders since Amin seized power in Uganda. He called Amin actions a crime against mankind and warned Africa’s image darkened by his rule. Officials discussed conference agenda covering East West detente and Middle East issues. The Seychelles coup and future Commonwealth representation also featured in talks. Rene’s rise to power drew mixed reactions. Rene’s wife commented from Perth on the coup.
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Education on drugs lacked in drive against evil acts
A detective said education on drugs was lacking in the effort to curb their evils. The report notes a planned focus on countering drug use as part of official actions. Also mentions The Queen’s continuing busy schedule of Silver Jubilee engagements with photos and reports on page 5.
Wine notes from Foster and Murphy on winter reds
Michael Foster discusses winter red wines with a female wine company representative while Dan Murphy reviews red wine offerings for the season. The brief appears on pages 24 25 and 45 in the issue.
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Staley firm on shop hours after ACT trading ordinance
ACT minister Mr Staley rejected the Legislative Assembly’s six month suspension proposal for the Trading Hours Ordinance. He said he would not ease or extend trading hours amid current economics, warning it would raise inflation for operators and small businesses. Barry Egan of the Shop Distributive and Allied Employees Association criticized the Assembly report as lightweight.
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Catacomb Church Opens in Coober Pedy for Other Denominations
An underground church carved from solid rock by volunteers will open Saturday in Coober Pedy South Australia serving denominations beyond Lutheran and Roman Catholic. It will be called the Catacomb Church of Coober Pedy.
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Montgomery Douglas Surrender Document Mystery Emerges
An Australian paper reports evidence of a second German surrender document tied to Montgomery at Luneburg Heath on May 4, 1945. The piece describes a possible concealment, a draft vs original, and notes a now-proven original in Canberra with textual variants and wartime signing irregularities.
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Cadets to Parade in Summer Whites Despite Cold
Fourth Class cadets at the Royal Military College will Troop the Colour in summer rig as winter blues are not yet issued. All cadets must parade in summer whites, leaving seats for the ceremony fully allocated and likely a chilly display.
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