Australia pledges 15 million aid to South Pacific region
Australia announces 15 million pounds in aid to South Pacific countries to support economic and social development. Prime Minister Bowen says the plan, outlined to Parliament, emphasizes aiding five independent nations while expanding assistance to larger territories and allied colonies.
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Defence sees promising Project II light aircraft progress
Minister for Defence Fairbairn announced a report on the Government’s Project II light aircraft. Tests show prototype performance roughly on target to exceed expectations, with a decision expected soon. The Defence Forces Development Committee recently ranked the aircraft highly, and the minister aims to present a government recommendation in the near future.
Move for jobless inquiry fails in House vote
The Opposition motion to form a parliamentary select committee to investigate employment losses from industry closures failed 38 to 3. The amendment, by Mr Keating, was attached to two Government appropriation bills, which then passed after the division.
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Senator Webster Seeks Tax Relief During Budget Talk
The government faced a request for tax relief yesterday. Senator Webster asked the Treasurer’s representative in the Senate, Sir Kenneth Anderson, to consider the deduction in the budget and was told the matter would be referred to Mr Snedden for review.
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Minister Condemns Violence at Protests
Foreign Affairs Minister Bowen denounces violence at demonstrations while accusing organisers of preaching peace in rhetoric but edging toward violence in action. He cites police concerns and claims some protests were provoked by rhetoric and selective media framing.
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McMahon Signals Delay On High Court Vacancy
In Parliament Prime Minister McMahon said a decision on appointing a jury to fill the High Court seat left by Sir William Owen would be made soon. Opposition questions over the vacancy extend more than six weeks as debates on other issues continue.
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Roadways report discussed by government official in parliament
The Government received a highways report from the Bureau of Roads on routes between capital cities. Minister for Shipping and Transport Mr Nixon said yesterday in the House of Representatives he would not table the document until the government has studied it, replying to Mr Cohen of the Labour Party.
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Reevaluation of Film Violence Entry by Australian Minister
In Parliament Senator Coron urged a fresh review of criteria for film imports amid rising Western world violence. Senator Townley pressed for updated assessments, while Senator Cather noted ongoing ministerial scrutiny guided by a review board and questions from Senator Townley.
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