Fraser rejects need for CIA inquiry in parliament
Prime Minister Fraser told Parliament that an inquiry into alleged CIA impropriety in Australia was unnecessary. He defended US activity as fully consistent with Australian interests and policies, noting extensive intelligence exchanges and official assurances from both Australia and the United States. Opposition leader Whitlam accused Fraser of avoiding accountability, while Fraser stressed a long standing policy to refrain from commenting on intelligence matters.
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Whitlam accuses Fraser of evasive, untruthful reply on sovereignty
Mr Whitlam branded Fraser’s reply as one sentence being candid while the rest avoided core issues. He urged a full inquiry into CIA links and asserted Australia must affirm national sovereignty, noting US ties and unresolved allegations from Marchetti and Agee. Labor MPs pressed for decisive Prime Minister action as a parliamentary debate stalled.
Fraser denies summoning US ambassador to Australia
The Prime Minister Mr Fraser told the House of Representatives he did not summon the new US Ambassador Philip Alston, explaining a dinner meeting was a casual discussion held as he prepared to travel to Britain. He said no inquiry about CIA allegations prompted the encounter.
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Minister of the Capital Territory Warns of Drug Problems at ANU
Mr Staley said there were drug problems among groups in the community and at institutions, including the Australian National University. The ACT police conducted three major inquiries into drug sale and use at the university in the past year, and there have been ten prosecutions of ANU students in the past five years.
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Diplomat queries on Russian agent in Australia in 1971
Senator Lewis questioned whether a Russian diplomat in Australia named Raina had been expelled from Britain as a KGB agent. He asked if the diplomat had recently visited Melbourne to interview a suspect. Senator Withers pledged to seek information from the government.
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Fry seeks delay on ACT power line plan
Mr Fry of the Labor Party asks Environment Minister Newman to reconsider the ACT Electricity Authority power line project near Mount Ainule Majira foothills. He argues the public comment period was too short and the environmental impact statement focuses on feasibility rather than environmental concerns, urging a full public inquiry before work starts.
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