ACT speed traps and breath testing to be legalised
The Minister for the Interior Mr Hunt said today that ACT police would prosecute motorists detected speeding as a new speedometer device called an amphiometer would be tested over the next 60 days. The device measures the time a vehicle takes to cover a known distance and converts it to speed, with readings available for motorists to see.
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Federal Postal Technicians Refuse Sports Boycott
The Federal Executive of the Postal Telecommunications Technicians Association refused to back a request for a communications boycott over the proposed South African sports talks. It advised the NSW branch it would not comply or permit illegal industrial action by any state branch on this issue.
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Decision on Jervis Bay nuclear plant deferred for a year
The Minister of National Development, Mr Swartz, announced the government will delay the Jervis Bay nuclear power station decision for one year. The move follows cost estimates from 1970 consultations, with higher figures than 1969, and current Australian financial circumstances. The government plans to re‑examine the matter in four years.
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Million-dollar scandal over Jervis Bay project cited by Enderby
The Member for the ACT Mr Enderby warns a deferred heavy water power project near Jervis Bay could cost about 1 million dollars for a road and 12 houses. He notes 74 percent of the work is done and claims 315,000 to 46,000 per house is wasted if halted. Enderby predicts significant economic loss and criticizes delays amid conflicting costs and Army Aboriginal concerns.
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Agreement on Okinawa return to Japan to be signed
United States and Japan prepared to sign a formal agreement in Paris on the return of Okinawa to Japanese control. A spokesman said the accord would cover the withdrawal of nuclear weapons, removal of American bases, and Japan’s financial contributions, with talks led by US Secretary of State Rogers and Japanese Foreign Minister. The discussions occurred after a morning meeting with ministers and a later session with the OECD in Paris.
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Doctor Spock to Speak Today in Melbourne Visit
Dr Benjamin Spock the famed child care expert arrived in Melbourne to promote a new book and speak at a memorial event His stance against the Vietnam War is noted with his past naval service and his best selling book Baby and Child Care which sold 28 million paperbacks in the US and has 26 language editions.
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Australia Aid to Refugees Seen Too Small
Sydney reports the Foden Government’s aid to East Pakistan refugees is insufficient. Major General Cullen criticized slow donations, noting missed tax savings and insufficient medical supplies, vehicles, and equipment. He cited India’s needs amid monsoon season as urgent and urged faster, broader assistance.
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Epidemic Widens Across Western Bengal Calcutta Border
WHO reports cholera sweeping the 1300 mile Pakistan frontier into West Bengal reaching Calcutta. About 3,000 deaths and 19,000 hospitalised by June 6, with Calcutta papers citing higher tallies. Air drops of vaccines and supplies from Australia and the United States aid relief efforts.
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Cholera crisis in Calcutta deepens as refugees flood camps
Report from Calcutta says cholera has been checked but not ended. Chief Minister Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee notes thousands of refugees pour into camps near Dum Dum Airport, straining border regions and local administration. Police guard mosques and homes as clashes occur in Barasat while relief work expands with new camps planned in West Bengal.
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Jet option for Australian aid to East Pakistan refugees
The Department of Foreign Affairs considers sending a Qantas 707 freighter from Sydney or Melbourne to deliver aid for East Pakistani refugees in India on June 18. The shipment includes vaccine, medicines, antibiotics, vitamins, baby foods, and plastic sheeting. Australia reports 400,000 doses of vaccine have already reached Calcutta. Prime Minister McMahon and Opposition Leader Whitlam voiced support, urging rapid aid. The government awaits Indian Government decision on needs before acting.
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