Traffic chaos as skiing begins in Snowy Mountains
Chaotic conditions and good snow cover marked the opening of the 1975 skiing season in the Snowy Mountains. A queue about three kilometres long formed at the entrance of Kosciuszko National Park Jindabyne, then traffic eased by midday. Perisher reported slow travel and light to medium snow at the top of Thredbo, with Merritts and nearby stations showing snow as well.
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Thredbo
Han
National Park
Jindabyne
Xone
Perisher
Perishar
Thredbo Tree
Karsela Station
Merritts
Statutory authority on CSIRO transfers debated in parliament
The Member for Eco Monaro said Ministers agreed on a statutory transfer of CSIRO staff to the Mineral Research Laboratories and Solar Energy unit. Minister Connor denied the account, insisting the Thursday cabinet discussions did not settle statutory authority. Wham and Dr Daw argue a statutory authority is the only way to ensure transfer terms and conditions.
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Whan
Connor
CSIRO
Canherss Tires
Mineral Research — Laboratories
Uni
Science Ma
Sooneil
Tole Ie
Pledge by Opposition Catalogues Wordy Debate in Victoria
In Melbourne on Friday the Opposition argued that federal energy policy should be reconsidered with broader consultation. Senator Button attacked the Minerals and Energy Minister without naming him, amid speculation of ministerial influence on the decision and concern about interim gains versus long term Labor Party cohesion.
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Button
Conner
Sali
Labor Party
Seventeen Die On NSW Roads This Weekend Toll Rises
NSW road fatalities for the weekend reach seventeen with the toll climbing to ninety six for the year so far. The crash list includes Rhonda May Hopper 26 from Macquate and Malcolm Venables 25 of Cooma among others, with multiple accidents reported on Barton Highway and in Northern Territory vicinity.
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Sydney
Nsw
Melbourne
Sure
Viena
Rhonda May Hopper
Mac-uate
Barton Highway
Yast
Malcolm Venables
Cooma
ACTS MODEL FOR MENTAL HEALTH LAW PROPOSED
A proposed ACT Mental Health Ordinance would place involuntary treatment under Supreme Court jurisdiction with patient representation at hearings. It envisions treatment orders up to 21 days, renewables to three months, and 24 hour emergency orders, replacing the current doctor-recommended hospital admissions and broad guardian involvement.
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ACT
Kenmore
Goulburm
Attorney-General's Department
Draft on mental health law outlines care and protection
The draft proposes a director of mental health under the Capital Territory Health Commission and a 10 to 20 member mental health committee to oversee services. It includes voluntary treatment rights, limited communication freedoms, and strict criteria for compulsory orders aimed at minimal detention while addressing intellectual and emotional disorders.
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Advie
Commission On
Uch
Seppelt staff cut by tax policies
Tax policy changes force Seppelt to reduce staff as communities in CambodianWat Dy Hands regions face shifts. Khmer Rouge forces influence local operations, with official sources noting downsizing impacts on personnel and local service capacity.
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Seppelt
Wat Dy
Pinnt
Cambodia
TS oMiclain
Education column on music in schools and arts debate
In Education 75 a discussion on the role of music and creative arts in schooling is presented. The piece notes growing emphasis on arts integration and its impact on student learning and creativity.
Cairns Seeks Deficit Budget Aims At Tax Policy
Cairns advocated a deficit budget during a conference, pressing for tax measures and government spending changes. He argued for targeted funds, including a $100 million deficit component, while stressing the need for private sector leverage and controlled banking activity to boost economic activity and public welfare.
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de Cairne
Tergip
Wieier
Guerilla Attack Leaves Villagers Dead in Lebanon Raid
Reports say guerrillas attacked the village of Kear Shu in southern Lebanon, sparking a 20 minute raid that killed residents and injured others. An eyewitness described waking to sounds of fighting as militants scaled walls and stormed the area, while a house owner and several locals were identified among the dead. Lebanese authorities and residents spoke of fear as security forces responded and villagers sheltered indoors.
Unionists Boycott Speech by Prime Minister in Adelaide
In Adelaide on Sunday a union delegation led by J E Donford blocked the Prime Minister Whitlam’s address at the state Labour election rally. The disruption followed a push for a cooperative federal state Labor approach as unions and ALP leaders urged unity despite the opposition.
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of Australia Workers Union Selegatee
J. E ‘Donford
ALP
South Austalia
Whitlara
Pytyiaen Ete
Imuiny
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