Holt hints at tax rise and budget forecast
Brisbane reports that Treasurer Holt foreshadowed a 1958 budget increase. Aimed at boosting revenue by about £80 to £90 million, the plan includes higher Defence spending and elevated state payments. Holt also noted an anticipated rise in rail and export income and warned of extended economic pressures in the year ahead.
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Larke Nipmaker
Manhattan
Talks Between Nauru and Australia Set Council Plans
Nauru and Australian officials in Canberra concluded talks toward establishing a Legislative Council and an Executive Council in Nauru by January 31 next year. The conference discussed independence pace, regional delegation, and phosphate industry arrangements, with emphasis on early functional councils and consulting committees.
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Drought Killing Pines Sparks Australian Forestry Debate
A report outlines severe drought impact on pine plantations and forest stocks in Australia, noting widespread tree deaths and economic strain. Officials from Canberra discuss policy steps as drought continues, with warnings of long term forest damage and potential relocation plans.
Second Klan cross in UK shocks residents in London
In London, a second Ku Klux Klan cross was found fixed at the home of a coloured immigrant family. A motorist reported the sighting as authorities noted erratic rainfall and an ongoing public safety climate.
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Uren Dammit
Taye Aleminghtem
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Tax laws eased by Holt promise in parliament
The Treasurer Holt notes eased tax rules as promised earlier. He says reforms will relax provisions on company funds and loss deductions, with only a portion of shares remaining in the same hands since the last act.
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Australian minister outlines Vietnam role at base security
Senator Paltridge said Australian troops in Vietnam primarily protect the base and assist South Vietnam against communist aggression. He noted cooperation with American advisers and the completion of first airlift and logistical support, stressing joint effort among all forces involved.
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Vietcong Overruns Town Killing 14 Americans
Vietcong forces seized the town and its airstrip while U S troops held one position against a much larger force. An American helicopter contingent faced heavy ground fire as air strikes targeted concentrations around the town and base.
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ACT police seek nationwide posting of police commissioner
Discontent grows after the ACT police chief position is advertised Australia wide rather than offered to an ACT force member. The secretary of the foreign office noted he would consider the department's views while the acting commissioner may have his term extended later in the year.
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Menzies Speech Amid War Timean Question in Australia
The fragment references Robert Menzies urging Australians on a wartime stance with remarks about how the nation should unite. It also mentions page references for continued coverage on the topic, including related notes on workers and a large total connected to a government action.
Australian PM Sees Fresh Strain in US Australia Ties
Sir Robert Menzies signaled today that American Australian relations have entered a new phase of tension. The report notes concerns over policy alignment and mutual interests amid ongoing diplomatic discussions in New York.
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Ministers discuss Australia US iron and mineral development
A fragmented report notes discussions among ministers and officials on Australian mineral development and potential American capital investment. The talks reference Western Australia, possible depots, and plans to expand iron and related exports while confirming limits and approvals amid a broader Commonwealth conference.
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