Rural fire brigades in Tasmania lack full equipment
A review by Tasmanian authorities finds Rural Fire Brigades are not fully equipped for emergencies. The report notes 179 wardens and 191 officers, with 36 dining staff and 4 water tankers, among other assets, but many brigades lack essential gear and water pressure. Officials cite failed water supply and outdated gear as ongoing issues despite some cooperative support from farms.
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Ie Topote
Hobart
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Supreme Court
C. G. Brallingham-Moore
Holt Plans Talks With Wilson On Market and Defence
The Prime Minister Mr Holt will meet British Prime Minister Mr Wilson in London tomorrow to discuss the Common Market and Britain's military strength east of Suez. Holt also spoke on defence in a television interview.
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Holt
Mr Wilson
London
Britain
Suez
Ray Lowenthel
Diane
Canberra
Wang
Asian power void sparks concern and Britain's pullout
New York reports Prime Minister Hall warns of a power vacuum if Britain withdraws from east of Suez. He argues a continued presence stabilizes the Malaysia Singapore area and reassures US and Australia the UK will maintain influence while awaiting final talks with Wilson in London. Holt echoing these concerns after meeting President in Washington.
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Holt
Wilson
Johnvan
Washington
London
Britain
Burial fee rise at Canberra Cemetery questioned
The Canberra Public Cemetery trustees argue a $10 increase to burial fees is unjustified. Minister for Interior Anthony states the rise to $31 is under review amid ongoing testing and public consultation.
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Canberra
Anthony
Naebang
Country Party
McEwen
Canberra ministers face cost rise amid public costs fury
A 10 increase in costs sparks protest as ministers in Canberra tackle financial strains. The report notes deaths and accidents linked to congestion and public service cuts, while discussions consider pensions and welfare funding. The piece cites the Commonwealth Public Service and mentions hospital and funeral costs, with references to Canberra and Hobart figures and a wide range of ongoing policy debates.
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Western allies confront Vietnam strategy and Asian policy
Mr Holt warned Britain and the Commonwealth that the United States arc of commitment from Korea to Southeast Asia remains essential and that Western Europe should view Vietnam as a vital concern. He urged cautious Sino‑British accommodation, discussed Hong Kong trade value, and defended Australia’s immigration policy amid regional tensions.
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Youth, Girl In Raids Melbourne Milk Bars
Two teenage bandits held up milk bars in the suburbs of Sunnyside and Footscray tonight. A youth, about 38, covered an elderly grandmother with a scarf while a girl led about 17 patrons to the rear, terrorizing the store and causing panic among customers.
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Sunnshide
Footscray
Left Retains Hold On Victorian ALP
Melbourne report shows The Test Wing maintaining strong control of the Victorian ALP in senior ballots. W. C. Brown defeated RD Williams by 278 votes to lead as state president, with Crawford, Butler, and Finn Hartley among others re-elected to key posts and delegates to the Federal Conference selected. The article also notes a UN discussion on Israel and amendments debated by delegates.
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W. Butler
Browson
Albyen Stile
W. Finn Hartley
T. Bo Brubner
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Medi A. Cabell
Mir Hanley
Mece Crawford
Butler
Ihe
Israel
Honeymoon Trek Through Timor and Islands
A fragmented travel note describes a couple's overland honeymoon from Canberra toward Adelaide and Alice Springs then Timor. It mentions travel by ram, horse or train, with references to hospitals, naps, and a plan to explore Indonesian and Singaporean routes toward London.
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Timor
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London
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Travelling cheque mix up prompts postal confusion
A Geitfith housewife reported a travelling cheque mix up with a delivered letter on May 1 in Fraley-Via Great Briain. The mail included an unclear message about a mistaken payment and an unrelated postal item arriving at 3pm yesterday. The recipient notes there was no explanation besides a terse line and requests clarification from Mr EB.
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Great Briain
Monaro
Postal
Bastin
Sis Slick
ACT Police to recruit women officers in Canberra
Canberra residents may glimpse women in uniform as recruitment opens for female officers. Applicants must be 21 to 31 years old, with some flexibility to 35 for special qualifications, and include typing skills. A 12 week training course will start in Canberra with pay from 54 to 89 pounds weekly, plus promotion paths after six and eleven years.
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ACT Police
East St
Supernini Fasep Criminal Investigation Branch
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