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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1966
Page
1
An advance report from Washington and New York cites Dr Barrelie delivering a speech on reunifying West Germany with the Reichs government in Bonn. The speech reportedly outlines tenets that would far exceed current Christian Democratic policy and challenge Erhard's leadership.
The meeting adjourned at 11pm without formal agreement on split-up figures. Federal Treasurer Mr McMahon said remaining points were small. Uncertainty over basic wage decisions and formulas delayed a formal announcement tonight.
NRMA discussed new offices and a Canberra based growth plan as part of shifts involving East Germany and the wartime four powers. Officials noted German barbs, the need for approval by allied powers, and potential staff relocations as Canberra weighed its stance in postwar Europe.
Volkswagon Austin Ply Ltd will lay off several hundred employees at the Clayton factory in the next week amid factory shutdowns. A spokesman cited the Federal Government policy on tall protection and reduced orders as reasons for halting a major expansion. The Amalgamated Engineering Union's Mr. Carmichael says around 500 men would be affected.
The President of the British Federation announced a planned visit to Australia from September 1 to October 11. Prime Minister Holt confirmed the visit will include Canberra and all state capitals, with discussions focused on development trade between Australia and Britain.
Indonesian and Malaysian officials including a high commissioner and Sydney detectives join in a cross border effort to locate Tun Lim. The search focuses on Canberra and Sydney areas with police and community figures coordinating with Malaysian and Australian authorities to find him safely.
A fragmented report notes peers debating a high profile case involving Tun Lim and his family, with mentions of Australian citizenship for Lim’s wife and two daughters. The discussion touches on television coverage, government influence, and possible implications for parliamentary votes and public opinion.
A garbled report discusses giants in a garden, military communications, and satellite plans. It mentions Walter, Masters' garden, Canberra, extradition warrants, and a projected cost of about 100 million. Experts speculate Americans may be involved, with references to Townsville and Queensland.
A London Labour discussion reveals possible peace feeler for Vietnam. Lord Wallon and junior foreign minister act as intermediaries while Canadian envoy Chester Ranring is said to be exploring prospects to end the war. U S leaders push for US China talks to end the conflict.
A fragmented Ngarian report notes alleged Fifth Column activity in New Guinea by AUST Han Communist Party members using the police to subvert work. The article hints at a government wage policy result due soon, with court and finance items mentioned and appears across pages covering weather sport and classifieds.
CAPE KENNEDY, Thursday. The Air Force fired a Titan-3D rocket aiming to place seven military communications satellites in orbit. The mission seeks global, secure messaging and improved links for defense networks.
Disjointed OCR text reports Canberra officials in court connected to a defence matter and a rocket incident. Mentions a bank teller released, a Townsville Washington dispatch, and charges against individuals with items like travellers cheques. Proceedings ongoing with potential further charges.
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