13 Jun 1975
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1975
Page
1
NSW State Emergency Service and police saved three children found after a night in the Shoalhaven Gorge near the river. Elaine Slade, Ali Davi, and Geoffry Selmes, all 12, were located in a battered state, fed and warmed by rescuers.
In New Delhi on Thursday reports claim India’s prime minister Indira Gandhi faced charges of corrupt campaign practices during the 1971 elections. court orders delayed final judgment, with aides and advisers suggesting a possible legal path to remain in power while proceedings continue.
An incomplete late news snippet describes a plane incident with references to a pilot, possible damage, and serial terms. The text is garbled and unreadable in places, but indicates a midflight collapse with mention of propulsion, laser or light terms, and injured or fatal outcomes.
Government publishes Executive Council minute authorising up to 4000 million overseas borrowings by Minister for Minerals and Energy Connor. Debate in the Senate reveals Treasury vendetta claims, calls for open inquiry, and criticism of political leaders over the opposition and a public servant. The motion passes 26 to 22 amid sharp exchanges and accusations of concealment.
Senator James McClelland charged Treasury officer J T Larkin with involvement in a notes-for-file dispute tied to Sir Fredrick Wheeler. The December meeting, May 23 note, and Scotland Yard message episode trace alleged misuses of staff authority at The Lodge.
A tabled Executive Council minute dated December 13 and unsigned proposes authorising the Minister for Minerals to borrow up to 4 000 million for temporary needs. It suggests Ministers Connor and his appointees sign documents for the borrowing, with memos arguing urgency amid world pressures and unemployment. Melbourne reports quote George Varuni saying the government used standard sources.
John Francis of Lyons argues he was deprived of a promised daily allowance of three free beers for life tied to rent near Narrabun’s Captain Yamea Sook Hotel. He claims the offer Attorney or company made included a passport to drink and a daily three-beer limit, which he says has not been honored since May 30.
The CSIRO board votes unanimously on a compromise plan involving a transfer and independent statutory arrangement. Details of the transfer and interim arrangements remain unclear as legislation is pending. It is unknown if the individuals will join the Public Service or the Department of Minerals and Energy.
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Yesterday Canberra saw low temperatures and strong winds with up to 40 knots recorded at Canberra Airport. Mount Stromlo reported mild conditions earlier, while Cooma noted light snow late night. Snowy Mountains resorts anticipate light to medium snow cover for the season opening tomorrow.
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