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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 19, 1977

Page

12

Call for inquiry into foreign intelligence influence in Australia

A proposal urges a Royal commission to examine alleged CIA interference in Australian politics trade unions and information flows. It argues for diplomatic and governmental channels before any new judicial probe, seeking official candour about foreign intelligence activities including CIA KGB and others and cautioning against public hysteria.

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Referendum Issue 3 Debate on Territorial Voting Rights

A sectional editorial argues the third referendum lets Territory residents vote on constitutional amendments, stating the Commonwealth was formed by the people, not just state governments, and territories are integral to Australia. It rejects the No campaign’s constitutional objections as absurd, noting ACT residents are Australian and Canberra is the capital.

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Spy politics in Australia stirs media and officials

Australian debate over intelligence cooperation and foreign links heats up as Prime Minister Fraser and security authorities weigh the balance between engaging Western intelligence partners and managing domestic concerns. A Royal Commission report notes cautious optimism amid unease about friendly networks and Soviet influence.

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Spy networks and power plays shadow Australia’s Cold War era

An analysis traces KGB and CIA covert moves through Australia including Soviet embassy roles, feared official spies, and alleged contact with US agents like Boyce. It discusses cross‑Pacific intelligence clashes, calls for reduced Soviet representation, and the potential for a broader inquiry into espionage in Canberra.

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University of WA launches first FM radio station SUWA

The University of Western Australia establishes SUWA, its FM station, aimed at closer community links and broader education. Originating from extension services, it began broadcasting in April, featuring diverse programs, expert panels, and overseas content while pursuing local audience engagement and new cultural programming.

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Take home pay down amid wage rises and living costs

Over the past 12 months take home pay fell by about 14 percent in purchasing power due to wage indexation limits and a new health levy. The household of four reports no saving, drawing on reserves, and facing a cost freeze as prices rise and utilities and groceries surge.

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Letters on wage freezes and library funding debate

A reader argues for shorter wage and price freezes while criticizing librarians and public library policy. The letter references the Horton Report, government economics, and Feder al aid for libraries to support recreational and educational services. The writer questions public funding choices and political figures amid a broader critique of information access and professional duties.

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Regally Posed Narratives In Melbourne Dinner Scene

Sir Raden Cutler and Lady Cutler resided in Melbourne after a formal stay. The ambassador of the Posples Repub of Gulpana attended a government house event. A dinner at the hotel ballroom followed a ceremony at the Royal wtvaan Coll of Itieah general science.

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