Wilson in firm control of UK affairs amid referendum strain
London Sunday dispatch reports Prime Minister Wilson stating he is in firm control of the British government and may force tough action against dissident anti-Common Market ministers. He labels Tony Benn as prophetic without a beard and warns ministers to back government policy or resign if Britain stays in the Common Market.
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Unemployment worsens in Australia in April
The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 4.5 percent with 356 thousand people out of work in April while 5,428 thousand were registered as seeking work in March. The report notes RED scheme and special relief grants as key factors in statistics and criticizes government policy on inflation and employment.
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38 more Leopard tanks for Army fleet
Defence and aviation correspondent confirms Australia to acquire 38 additional West German Leopard tanks, joining 53 already ordered as part of a plan to replace Centurion mains. Defence minister Barnard hints at a further 31 tanks within the original order and notes patrol boat studies may cost up to 6 million each. Cabinet to consider improved pay and conditions for Army Reserve following Justice Coleman’s recommendations.
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Man charged over three year old Peta Whittaker murder
Brisbane police charge a 30 year old man with the murder of three year old Peta Carolyn Anne Whittaker at Cribb Island. He will appear in Bris bane magistrate's court tomorrow after intensive questioning by detectives. The child's body was found in her crib bed.
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Ministers Clash Over Fraser Island Project Inquiry
The Minister for the Environment Dr Cass and the Minister for Minerals and Energy Keen clash over the Fraser Island project inquiry set to start on June 2 with a report due in early August. The inquiry is expected to assess environmental and energy concerns raised about the Fraser Island development.
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Glider Pilot Hurt In Canberra Area Crash
A student glider pilot suffered an ankle injury and cuts when a glider from the Australian National University Gliding Club overshot and stalled at a Canberra airstrip near Currandooly, about 15 kilometres from Bungendore. A Cesana tow plane airlifted the injured pilot back to Canberra. the pilot’s name was not released.
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UN Strengths and Weaknesses by Sir Laurence McIntyre
Sir Laurence McIntyre, Australian Ambassador to the UN from 1970 until retirement, assesses the United Nations. The series starts today on Page 2, outlining the body’s enduring strengths and notable weaknesses.
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Unusual Accident Kills NSW Motorcyclist
Sydney report: A 16 year old south western NSW rider, Alan James Darling of Chiverton, was killed when overalls became entangled with his bike’s rear wheel. A motorist located the body on Chiverton Cowrs Road.
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Laos PM concedes communist victory in Laos
Prime Minister Prince Souvanna Phouma signaled near victory for communists in Laos during a Constitution Day address in Vientiane. He urged stopping the fighting as upheavals of 20 years yield a new reality, while rightist ministers resigned and officers seized a technical college declaring a liberated zone.
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Laos political shift ends anti-communist fight wing in govt
Prime Minister announces a restructured Lao government with six leftists six rightists and two neutralists. The move removes the powerful rightists while uneasy calm prevails aside from a rocks-throwing protest at the US Embassy and a minor skirmish 100 km north of Vientiane. Several senior officials including Defence Minister Sisouk Na Champasiak and Finance Minister Ngon Sananikone have resigned. General Khouprasith Abhay left town as others fled. Cadets at Chaimo college defect, declaring support for the coalition government of Prince Souvanna and ready to act against remaining right-wing commanders. Additional mutinies reported in Luang Prabang and other cities.
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Soviet asks for Cam Ranh Bay naval base
The Soviet Union reportedly seeks use of Cam Ranh Bay in Vietnam as a naval and air base through North Vietnam. Storage for cruise missiles torpedoes and shells would be provided with shore parties service ships and aircraft. The move would link Vladivostok to Indian Ocean operations and balance U S strength in the Philippines. Defence sources say it would bolster Beijing pressure and threaten Chinese ports.
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Australian families to return to Vientiane
Australian diplomats families evacuated from Vientiane to Bangkok will be returned to Vientiane early this week after fighting near the capital prompted the evacuation. A Foreign Affairs spokesman said the decision was made about 74 hours after their arrival in Bangkok.
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Whitlam to report on tour during overseas visit
Prime Minister Whitlam will discuss his overseas trip in a national broadcast in coming days after returning to Canberra. He described Jamaica talks as highly productive and confirmed close links with the United States, noting healthy relations and frank talks with President Ford.
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Defence policy not up to date says former naval chief
Former Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sir Richard Peek states the defence policy is not up to date, saying the strategic measures underpinning government policy have not kept pace.
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