Canberra swelters as 92 degree day looms amid fire risk
Canberra faces a 92 degree maximum today with fire danger rising from high to very high. The ACT Bushfire Council lifted its 48hour open fire ban at midnight. Water use stayed under the 14 million gallon daily limit, with 122 million gallons in the 24 hours to Saturday and 13.2 million to Sunday. Bendora Tam level fell two feet in the past week, about 90 million gallons, per the Department of Works. Yesterday’s high was 89.8 at 3.25 pm. A Bureau of Meteorology spokesman cited cloudy conditions offering little rain soon, perhaps a few showers over ACT ranges.
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Digger dies in accident in Vietnamese province
One Australian soldier was killed and three others injured when an armoured personnel carrier struck danger in Bien Hoa province. Five more Australians were wounded by an enemy mine explosion in Phuoc Tuy province on Friday. Army headquarters in Canberra announced last night. Details.
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Greek ambassador recalled from Stockholm amid Greece Sweden spat
The Greek ambassador to Sweden, Jason Dracoulin, was recalled to Athens after Greece complained of an unacceptable hostile attitude by Sweden's prime minister. The move follows a quarrel between the two nations over Greece's stance in the dispute.
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Worst Losses Near Saigon Reported In Ambush
A Vietcong ambush nine miles from Saigon killed 48 Americans and wounded 28, the heaviest single action for U S forces in the capital military district. The second brigade of the 25th Infantry Division on a recon mission along Route 244 faced an estimated reinforced company strength of about 130 Vietcong. The Americans returned fire with helicopter gunships artillery and jets. 20 Vietcong were killed and the Vietcong withdrew. B52 bombers hit North Vietnamese positions near Khe Sanh as air raids increased across the region. United States and allied reports noted heavy Tet era fighting has cooled to smaller skirmishes, with continued air strikes and naval missions near Haiphong and broader operations by Australian New Zealand and South Korean forces.
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Chance to lead in education in ACT reform proposal
An ACT independent education authority is urged at Canberra seminar attended by about 100 people. Speaker Mr T O Connell of the Australian College of Education says such a system could influence education quality globally and notes the ACT’s unique readiness for planned reform.
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George Currie
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Department of National Development
Thieves Steal From Tanks Arriving in Vietnam
Thieves stole equipment from Australian Centurion tanks that arrived this week in NN DAT. Army officers suspect the theft occurred in Sydney before delivery. Objects taken include jacks tyre levers spanners screwdrivers and hammers. Major Peter Badman said most gear could be replaced by spares or made at the base. He questioned the thiefs motive noting items could aid ordinary cars. Locks were reportedly picked or opened with a key.
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Peter Badman
Two 14 day Siamese twins die in Brisbane hospital
Brisbane medical staff report the 14 day old Siamese twins Nicolete and Sotiria Testeris died at about 3pm at Mater Hospital from infection. Post mortem planned. Parents Christos Petters and Julia Telleris Jost are from France and had the twins via Caesarean birth at Goondi Wind Hospital on February 18.
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Vandals damage 11 public phone cabinets in Woden Valley
Weekend vandalism ripped hand pieces from eleven public telephone cabinets in Woden Valley and stole writs from others in Pearce Chifley Hughes and Curtin A 24 year old man was charged over Garena Place damage and will appear in court this morning
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One MP key to result of election in SA
ADELAIDE Sunday the Independent is expected to hold the balance of power in the new South Australian House of Assembly. With the ruling ALP and the Liberal Country League likely to hold 19 seats each, Mr T Stoll, Independent member of Ridley, would be the automatic choice of both parties as Speaker. The party he supports would govern. The Labor Party total reached 267 577 votes, while the Liberal Party had 218 840. DLP's share was just over 3.5 per cent. Premier Dunstan said if tied at 19 each Labor would best govern with Mr Stott's support. two government seats remain doubtful. He asked Mr Stott for his views but would not reveal them.
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Stott faced 1962 like deadlock in current crisis
The text recalls Mr Stott in 1962 when as Speaker he refused to vote to topple the Liberal Country League government. A TV interview shows he notes the past stance, while party leaders dispute numbers and seats as Labour and LCL contend for a majority. The piece mentions Dunstan Hywklers Hall and electoral bets.
5000 Sign Plea for Paddy's Market Canberra
More than 5000 residents signed a weekend petition backing Paddy's Market at Canberra Avenue Fyshwick. Organiser Mr Clayton said the petition would be presented to Minister for the Interior Mr Nia. The six month trial began last September and ends March 14, with possible renewal to be announced. A prior October petition drew over 200 signatures amid claims of unfair competition by nearby shops.
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Clayton
Australia to more than double aid to Indonesia
The Minister for Internal Affairs announced at a cabinet meeting that Australia will more than double its economic aid to Indonesia for the coming financial year. The move follows pressure from Prime Minister Gorton and was disclosed late last night.
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Soldier reports Labour vote card incident in Adelaide
Private Kerry Seebohm 22 says Andrew Jones publicized him distributing Labor how to vote cards at a suburban polling station. Seebohm claims Jones offered minutes to change and says military police arrived 25 minutes later. He says he acted unaware of a military regulation forbidding active involvement in political matters by permanent force members.
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Andrew Jones
Kerry Seebohm
Captain Robertson hints at maybe $100000 naval compensation
Captain John Robertson said he may receive compensation in excess of $100,000 for loss of naval pension and wages after leaving HMAS Melbourne. He spoke in a Melbourne TV interview, noting he would consider an offer seriously but does not expect reinstatement. He criticized the first inquiry and suggested a naval board of inquiry for future accidents.
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