Full inquiry ordered into Aboriginal hostage case
The Prime Minister said a full inquiry is under way into the Aboriginal hostage incident last Thursday, with possible conspiracy to pervert or miscarry justice. Attorney General has discussed the case with the Secretary of his department and initiated investigations at the Department of Aboriginal Affairs and ACT Police. Robert Arthur John McLeod of O’Connor pleaded nitty for carrying a pistol without a license, fined 40 dollars and placed on a 50 dollar good behaviour bond for 12 months. Additional charges may follow pending Crown Solicitor and police consultations.
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O'Connor
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Wilson
Penn
Adminstrative and Clerical Officers Association
Barrie Dexter
Phillip
ACOA
Phil O'Brien
Dexter
Senate Move Delays Referendums in May Elections
Opposition in the Senate moved to block five referendum bills ahead of May elections for 30 retiring senators. If successful, referendums would be delayed or held separately at a cost of about 3 million dollars, while government argues the reintroduction date was yesterday and could still seek the referendums within a defined window.
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Whitlam
House
Red Tape What’s happened character is their own nine
A fragmented report notes confusion over a bureaucratic matter where a character’s actions or fate are described as a self crafted condition. The piece hints at slow processes and unclear accountability within an official system.
Watergate Jury Probe Questions Prompted by Court Bearis
Ninoo, answering questions before the House Judiciary Committee jury, prepared late to respond as the court bears today. The scene involves a late start in a Watergate related inquiry, hinting at proceedings in a district or headline era setting.
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Ninoo
Hor of Representatives Jury Committee
Old Court
Liberal Party to oppose new anthem in Australia
The Liberal Party rejects any move to replace God Save the Queen as national anthem, arguing it would undermine the constitution. Prime Minister Whitlam favors Advance Australia Fair but agrees God Save the Queen may be played in royal presence. A national survey of 60,000 households is nearing completion with an announcement expected within weeks.
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Dition
Snedsedie Tea Oeft
God Save the Queen
Ure
Whitlam
Australia
Bureau of Station Gan
Faulty bells defeat constitutional bill in late House vote
The third reading vote on a constitutional alteration bill was delayed by malfunctioning bells that rang 1 minute 26 seconds instead of two. Ministers including Cass Bryant Everingham Grassley Morrison Uren Stewart arrived late and were locked out as the bill and four others passed without amendments.
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Capital Territory
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Everingham
Grassley
Morrison
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Stewart
Canberra hearing examines transcript in royal reception incident
The Crown Solicitor will review a transcript of proceedings before Mr Nicholl, SM, to determine breaches of law from evidence given at Canberra petty sessions. Senator Murphy said the inquiry, started Tuesday, will cover all aspects of the incident and court actions, with public release depending on forthcoming findings. Prime Minister Whitlam noted no written report had been issued, while Opposition leaders pressed for accountability and timely disclosure.
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Nicholl
Canberra
Murphy
Senate
Whitlam
House of Representatives
Speakers
Country Party
Anthony
Promises Under Duress and Questions in Senate Inquiry
The Opposition pressed for full knowledge of prior information on the incident and actions to prevent recurrence. They questioned Cavanangh's handling and the Prime Minister’s access to complete facts, while probing why those involved in Aboriginal Affairs were accompanied amid threats. A security officer proposal was floated. McLeod signaled readiness to repeat actions if needed.
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Ater
Department of ‘Aboriginal Affairs
Canberra land servicing targets face delays and doubts
The National Capital Development Commission aims to service about 4 000 blocks for detached housing and 2 000 for medium density in the current year but faces delays in land servicing and allocation by the Department of the Capital Territory. Officials worry about capacity to absorb a large land release, potential price pressures, and whether timely surveys will curb stockpiling risks.
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NCDC
Commission
Perry Aot
Ital
Department of the Capital Territory
Ing
Department of Service and Property
Liberal Party Reverses Election of Ministry Leader Power
The Liberal Party, after a heavy defeat to the Country Party, reverses a policy for an elected ministry and restores the leader’s power to appoint and dismiss ministers. Victorian branch allows partial election of state ministers, while federal policy shifts back to a fully appointed ministry. Mr Snedden cites Labor government conduct as justification for an elected ministry approach.
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Liberal Party
Mini
Libe Country Party
Has
Snedden
Report on stock dealings committee heads toward publication
DAVID SOLOMON voices expected today as reappointing committee of inquiry into securities and exchange finalizes its report. Appointed in 70, the panel has probed company dealings behind market scandals, aiming to pave way for Commonwealth legislation. Printing delays push publication to June at latest. Senate election timing remains uncertain.
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Securities and Exchange
Visinal
Liberal Party
Tis
Esac
Rae
Enators
Labour moves to end mine strike
In a sweeping move Labour aims to end the prolonged mining stoppage with immediate action. The report notes government pressure and union responses as negotiations unfold, amid broader political shifts in Israel and domestic policy debates. The story hints at cross‑border tensions and industrial action shaping national agendas.
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