Court blocks bigger basic wage rise amid inflation fears
The court refused to restore quarterly living adjustments or align federal and state basic wages. It warned a larger 18s rise could inflate prices and trigger unemployment, and said only a 10s increase is feasible without harming the economy. Trade unions call the decision disappointing and plan reviews.
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Witcourt
Monk
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Monkt
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Commonwealth
ACT U. Interstate
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Hobart
Australia
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Richardson Commission
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Electrical Trades Union
F. H. Campbell
Arbitration Court
Arbitration Court Split on Wage Rise Sparks National Debate
Leaders across Australia condemn the 10 shilling basic wage increase as insufficient and harmful to the economy. Industrial figures warn of higher costs and price rises while unions push for collective bargaining and quarterly adjustments amid federal state award conflicts.
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Arbitration Court
Sydney
The
Australian Workers Union
T. Dougherty
Australia
S.W. Employers’ Federation
A. HB
Dougherty
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Perth
Tasmania
Victoria
AC T.U
Federated Ironworkers Association
L. Short
Tle
Federa
N.S.W
Transport Workers’ Union
A. G. Pratt
P M Welcomes Appointment Of Lord Carrington
The Prime Minister Mr Menzies welcomed the appointment of Lord Carrington as new British High Commissioner to Australia. He paid tribute to retiring Commissioner Sir Stephen Holmes and Lady Holmes. Menzies said Carrington was well spoken of by insiders and had an Australian background.
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Lord Carrington
Australia
Stephen Holmes
Lady Holmes
Stephen
Sandy Holmes
Canberra
U S Officials Weigh Soviet Invitation For Moscow Visit
White House State and Defense officials assess a reported Soviet invitation to inspect Russian armed forces. A military spokesman notes merit but conditional terms expected. The Soviet Embassy confirms inviting USAF leaders to Moscow Aviation Day on June 24.
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State Department
Defence Department
U.S
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Moscow
Dso
U.S. Air Farcs
Style Bridges
Membe
Armed Services and Appropriations
Government Hint Of Bank Move Sparks Liberal Controversy
Speech at a press conference notes no immediate plan for separating the Commonwealth Bank. Mr Menzies warns banking reform is complex with many factors and not likely to be done this session. Liberal backbenchers press for action amid party room clashes over June 30 deadline. Senate opposition from July 1 looms.
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Commonwealth Bank
Liberal Party
Hulme
Petrie
Reern
Senate
Woodward and Cremin Lead Queensland Open After Round Two
Sydney professional Len Woodward and Ric Cremin share the lead at the Queensland Open in Brisbane. Woodward carded a best round of par 71 to reach 147, level with Cremin. Kel Nagle stands seven behind after two rounds with 154, Ossie Pigkworth on 151 in sixth.
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Sydney
Len Woodweard
Ric Cremin
Lodry
Woodward
Cremin
Kel Nagle
Ossie Pigkworth
Mearrey
Wrong Verdict Announced in Rape Case Confusion
Sara Koremean claims a wrong verdict was read as carnal knowledge when the law notes rape. Kevin Buntine, 28, was convicted of rape of a 13 year old girl, Ronald Andrews, 23, convicted of indecent assault on a 17 year old. Justice Gavin Daly faced a court mix up as jurors were recalled to address the potential miscarriage of justice.
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Brunswick
Callingwood
Ronald Keith Andrews
Amother Brunswick
Gavin Daly
Buntine
Gavin Duffy
Prime Ministers to Discuss Red China Status at London Talks
Prime Ministers will discuss recognition of Red China and defence questions at a London conference. Menzies dodged a direct reply on Australia recognizing Communist China and outlined talks on Middle East bases, Malaya and Singapore, and Ceylon. He noted trade talks with Britain to replace the Ottawa Agreement and said Australia would pursue closer ties with Japan.
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Arcadia
Mallu
Washington
Japan
Lefthander Wharton Stars Amid Rain Delay Test
Wharton scored a long 125 minute century with 13 fours and a six, facing Archer before six for 231 170 ahead of Australia. Rain delayed play and his 280 minute innings spanned three days as Lancashire declared 238 for six. Australia trail 187 in 120 minutes. Rutherford retired hurt and McDonald out as play ends with stumps drawn.
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Maddocks
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Adrich
Lindwall
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Miller
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Wishbrook
Shieves
Rutherford Wils
Statham
Crawford
Wilson
Rutherford
McDonald
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Mackay
Craig
Sunavich
Bindi Jack Wins Australian Flyweight Title in Brisbane
Bindi Jack claimed the Australian flyweight title at Brisbane Stadium by stopping Alan Gibbards in the sixth round. Gibbards had been down multiple times, including twice in the third and twice in the fifth, before the referee halted the bout.
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Brisbane
Bindi Jack
Brisbane Stadium
Alan’ Gibbards
Gibbards
Les Parker
Gibbamis
Parker
Jack
Railway ganger killed at Queanbeyan goods yards
A middle aged railway worker from Sydney died at Queanbeyan goods yards when crushed between two motor lorries while helping push a rail truck onto a ramp. The sleeper slipped and the truck rolled back, trapping him. He died minutes after admission to Queanbeyan Hospital.
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Queanbeyan
Sydney
Son Bystantiers
Aueinbeyan Hospital
First Parliament House Fire Alarm Call in Canberra
Canberra Fire Brigade responded to the first fire alarm at Parliament House since the new thermostatic fire system was installed. A painter's spark ignited blistered paint and cracked two glass panes in a basement door. the fire was extinguished by the painter before firefighters arrived minutes later.
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Canberra
Parliament House
Youth Charged With Murder in Willoughby Killing
A manhunt ended with police arresting a youth in Willoughby after the killing of David Edward Stewart and the wounding of 16 year old apprentice Ronald Barnes of Chatswood. Barnes was hospitalized in satisfactory condition. A youth was charged with murder and a second count of attempted murder.
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Willoughby
Wino
Willoughby Street
Stotead
David Edward Stewart
Woodlands Avenue
Ronald Barnes
Alleyne Street
Chatswood
Barnes
Mater ‘Hospital
Nine injured in backyard garage explosion in Homebush
A blast in a Homebush property damaged the garage and rear of the house on Arthur Street injuring nine people, some seriously, and rattling nearby homes. Authorities report the explosion occurred in the yard area and caused extensive structural damage.
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Presbyterian Church of Scotland
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A.ap.reuter
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French Institute of Statistics
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Long Beach
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