Massive floods force 1000 from homes in Wangaratta area
Intense floods inundate Wangaratta and surrounds with One Mile Creek widening to a dangerous breadth. Rescue teams including army coastguard and private boats evacuated stranded residents as roads and highways flooded. Officials warn the Hawke River region will see further rises with extensive damage and emergency funds being considered.
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Geelong
Navy Pilot Dies in Skyhawk Crash Near Newry
An RAN pilot, Lieutenant Raird McMillan, 27, died when his Skyhawk fighter crashed about 40 miles northeast of Newry during a maritime patrol. The Grumman tracker and Wessex helicopter searched the area. McMillan’s body was recovered. A full investigation was ordered.
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Turther
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Book pages on disagreement between America and Russell
Margaret Masterman reviews a new book exploring disputes between America and Bertrand Russell. Nancy Parker reviews the book on paintings by white wrists, with discussion noted on pages 10 and 11.
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America
Bertrand Russell
Margaret Masterman
Nancy Parker
14 Arrests in Perth Naval Base Protest
Perth police arrested 14 demonstrators during an unauthorized march to the US Navy base office in Exmouth. About 130 protesters from eastern states clashed with officers three times as they proceeded to the base, with arrests for unlawful procession disorderly conduct and related charges. All released on bail after street theatre at Hay Street mall.
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New Zealand Labour Party Defeats ANZUS Withdrawal Proposals
WELLINGTON Thursday AAP reports proposals that New Zealand should pull out of the ANZUS defence pact and speed troop withdrawals from Malaysia and Singapore were narrowly defeated at the Labour party annual conference.
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Labour Party
Sydney painter wins Civic Femanen Art Award
Sydney artist Ross Jackson won the 1000 first prize for an acrylic abstract painting Song. Minister Endemyy and ACT MPs announced the win at Albert Hall Tre jade with praise for lyrical, spatial work. Second prize went to Rob Sot Fennley for Great Destroyed and third to Andy Schmid for Interwoven Object.
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Andy Schmid
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Arts Council of Australia
Department of the Capital Territory
Fear and decision follow Gaza school attack
World reaction centers on Israel’s claim that guerrillas would have used a shelling to endanger children. Prime Minister Meir and the government defended pre-emptive action at the school, saying child safety outweighed guerrilla threats. Reports detail the dawn seizure, evacuations, and casualties as the siege influenced broader regional tensions and international mediation efforts.
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Crowds at final poll rallies in Melbourne
More than 7 000 people filled Melbourne Festival Hall for the Prime Ministerial election rally finale with bands and speeches from Opposition Leader Mr Holding ACTU President Mr Hawke and Mr Whitlam who predicted a Labor victory. Mr Snedden spoke to about 800 supporters in his Bruce electorate pledging government policies while Labor outlined taxation plans and wage controls amid a tense final campaign night.
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Poll Shows Leaders Popular Amid Election Campaign
An APRA poll over the weekend indicates rising popularity for Prime Minister Whitlam and Opposition Leader Snedden since campaigning began. Antone’s popularity declines while his party’s unpopularity grows. The poll covers 127 electorates and notes Liberal Country Party support at about 40 percent, with Whitlam at 48 at campaign start.
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Canberra woman aids marriage ceremony by humanists
Canberra Humanists celebrate a long sought goal as Mrs Margaret Hicks becomes the ACTs first humanist marriage celebrant. The movement sees women assuming officiating roles, offering an alternative to clergy or government officials.
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Crevite Tive
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Humanist Society
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Prime Minister outlines Labor policies for ACT
The Prime Minister Mtr Whitlam presents Labor Party policies affecting the Australian Capital Territory with few changes noted. The briefing references policy areas and potential impacts in the ACT, signaling continuity in government approach and coming initiatives.
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France Votes as Runt Sida Wins Teita Election
A fragmented report notes France holding elections with key figures mentioned, including Runt Sida. The snippet appears on page 2, detailing political results and the electoral process. Further specifics are unreadable in the OCR fragment.
Undefined excerpt summary of historical article
The readable fragments describe a 1960s or earlier political scene with references to bureaucratic initiatives and centralist policy. Names and places are garbled, but mention of a government body, selectors, and a noted scientific or mathematical term Noether hints at academic influence within public policy. The text is incomplete.
Entertainment and Classifieds Highlighted in World Rows
A scanned newspaper segment lists entertainment items and other pages including courts and classifieds on pages 16 to 18. It notes World Rows 45 and 42 13 as section markers for these listings.
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World
Birthday greeting at Home Army event for Boer War veteran
A birthday celebration honored Boer War veteran Ronand Phonelas at the Salvation Army Men's Home in Colla, with about 130 attendees. The event marked a milestone as residents and guests joined in the ceremony and shared memories of service.
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