12 Jun 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1965
Page
1
US jets bombed Communist guerrilla units withdrawing from Dong Xoai in one of Vietnam war's bloodiest battles. Vietnamese airborne troops hunted raiders across thick forest as rescuers worked to recover missing and stranded Americans.
Twelve Australians were knighted and one was promoted to a higher knighthood in the 1965 Queen's Birthday Honours.
Washington officials estimate 47 000 in manpower figures while Canberra Court set trial dates for Friday May 21. The piece notes recipients in Australia including an OBE to a priest founder, university leaders, and several naval officers for bravery and service in defence and welfare programs.
A woman, identified as a member of a traveling group, died in a road crash near Fairbairn Avenue and Caer Airport after a collision with a fence embankment. Police report indicate she was part of a nine-vehicle convoy traveling eastbound when the incident occurred yesterday evening.
The Board proposes combining cases across branches to speed resolve wage claims. It aims to streamline review, reduce hearings, and cut delays amid lengthy disputes. Officials note prior delays and discuss potential impacts on public workers and taxpayers.
The defense minister Senator Fairridge announced a planned deployment of Blondhounds missiles at Darwin to integrate with the government air defence system. The project would transfer squadron equipment from the home base to boost mobility and acclimatization for tropical conditions.
Fragmentary report notes an investigation into a possible murder linked to a deadly fall in Hastings. Authorities were exploring whether a man may have killed a woman before her death and seeking leads, with minimal readable details available.
Cannberras 17.9 C yesterday marked the lowest June reading since 1957 and tied the third lowest on record. Reports from London describe widespread cold, with temperatures dipping near 16.7 C in Canberra and noting a severe frost affecting residents and ceremonies.
The report cites the retrane president of the Victorian ALD Mr Holt criticizing colleagues at the arrival conference and referencing palace revit. It notes the Indonesian confrontation reportedly nearing an end and mentions security concerns and page references for further coverage.
Twenty five years ago in Canberra reports recount wartime measures after Dunkirk and France. Government powers expanded for conscription and emergency actions. Local items note security steps at Kingston Royal Canberra Golf Club loan details and housing allocations. An ACT Rugby Union team defeated St George 20 to 1 in Sydney.
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