Higher PO charges take effect July 1 amid budget debate
Parliament faces a heated clash over postal rate increases as the government plans new charges for telegraph and overseas mail. Labor opposes the move, claiming it masks revenue aims, while the Senate debates regulation timing and potential revenue gains. Prime Minister Holt accuses opponents of political opportunism as the government frames the measure as funding public services.
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Holt Accused the i Tion
Govt likely to allow inquiry on Voyager tragedy
The destroyer Voyager was cut in two after crossing the bows of the aircraft carrier Melbourne on February 10, 1964, with 82 lives lost. The government appears poised to authorize an inquiry into the incident and its circumstances.
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Voyager
Melbourne
Aborigines plan misguided says mayor in Bega
In Bega the mayor Aldermen Goldberg condemns a proposal to settle Aborigines in a prized area. He labels the plan misguided, stating it lacks democratic process and would impact the community. The council debated the recommendation to set up a welfare settlement and examine land and tenancy issues.
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Aldermin
D. B. Goldberg
Goldberg
Welcoming Britain Faces Raucous Debate on Immigration
Fragmented dispatch discusses a British and French reception backdrop amid tension over immigration policies. Officials weigh public reaction and potential shifts in attitude as leaders prepare for a forthcoming conference.
Punter loses large stake at Wagga over inquiry turmoil
A chaotic Wagga racing scene featured a spectacular punting spree led by Mc Duval paying out as high as $250,000 in wagers while a Royal Commission inquiry into Voy ager and Captain Robertson triggered political maneuvering. Mr Jess pressed for reopening hearings amid government debate and a cabinet response, with allegations of missed evidence and calls to widen probe. The episode, culminating in a court-facing fallout, shaded the 10day Wagon Cup meeting and future parliamentary action.
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Trade disputes and military clashes dominate a volatile page
A scattered news page reports clashes between the Secretary of State and the High Commissioner over labor policies in Southern Arabia. It notes U S aircraft being renamed to Hedwin and bombing targets, plus a dubious claim of a journalist or diplomat replacement. A separate item discusses forged price tags valued near $1 million and a probe into a fraud inquiry.
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Arabia
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New Zealand Figures Show Unemployed and Prison Figures
Fragmentary OCR of a New Zealand report analyzes unemployment totals around 30,248 men and 12,678 women with many in custody and warnings of World War II era context. It references J A Wicks and Petersen, sentencing details, and compensation discussions for Voyager disaster dependants amid parliamentary questions.
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Teacher gets five years
A report from Winchester Estates notes that a man named Willam Byrd, 38, was sentenced at Homebase Assizes to five years for charges described as cruel toward school pupils. The case involved the man posing with a claim of divine authority.
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Bandini Dies in Monaco Grand Prix Burn Injury
Monte Carlo reports say bandini driver Tuli Seing of Lorien died today from burns received in last Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix hospital where he had been treated since the accident.
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Charge of high treason in Greece
In Athens a former Greek Government Minister, Andreas Papandreou, faced charges of high treason as an inquiry into the Aspida naval case proceeds. A select committee was proposed to report on custody and actions by the Navy and its officers amid ongoing parliamentary debate.
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Baby Dead in Canberra Apartment Tragedy
Fronwyn Lee Schutes died after being found unconscious in her Canberra apartment. Parents Mr and Mrs R Schuter reported the incident. she was pronounced dead at Canberra Community Hospital. Police opened an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death.
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Griffthy
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Canberra
Unity Hospital
Melbourne to receive 24 new aircraft from United States
The HMAS Melbourne will fly to the United States later this year to take delivery of 24 new aircraft for the Royal Australian Navy. The purchase includes 14 Sze Trecker aircraft, all Skyhawk types, and two TAIG Skyhawk variants. Mr Chipp outlined the shipping method for the aircraft from the US.
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