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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 27, 1974

Page

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US and Soviet Protest Over UN Report

The United States and the Soviet Union lodged verbal protests with UN Secretary General Waldheim regarding a UN report. Washington complained of distortions while Moscow accused the report of misrepresenting military activity and escalating power rivalry in the Indian Ocean. The document, produced by external experts, assessed US Soviet competitiveness and potential strategic shifts in the region.

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Four deaths in NSW storm

NSW faced one of its fiercest weekend storms as winds over 100 mph, heavy rain, and wrecked coastlines led to at least four deaths and many missing. Ships were driven aground near Newcastle and Sydney, crews rescued from a sinking freighter, and a major search effort by RAAF and Navy continued for missing yachts and crew.

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Canberra swimmers claim record

Canberra swimmers claim a 2 hour world relay record. They swam 54,700 meters between 6 pm Saturday and 6 am yesterday at Prover Nor to beat the existing mark. Publisher Jack Pollard noted the Canberra team’s potential to set a new world record in the extended report.

Bove Canberra Prover Jack Pollard Sid Mack Pane

Four die as Kuwait office tower collapses killing workers

A five storey Kuwait City building under construction collapsed at dawn. Four men confirmed dead, 18 missing, two rescued uninjured. Dozens more trapped between pancaked floors, with cries for water and help heard as rescue efforts continued amid chaos and uncertainty.

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Embassies Gone After Tent Collapse

A fragmented report notes a tent structure collapsed or blown down, affecting a site described as an embassy or embassy-like area. The readable text hints at damage and disruption but lacks clear names or locations. Further details are unreadable in the OCR fragment.

Major credit squeeze predicted in Australia finance

Melbourne report quotes Hank of NSW assistant general manager Rute ll Prowse predicting a major credit squeeze in the coming months. He warns banks and savings institutions will curb lending for homes unless the government releases deposits to the Reserve Bank. Treasurer Crean says a squeeze is not foreseeably harmful and notes liquidity from 1972 has normalized.

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Sydney Storm Strikes Towns Leaving Destruction

Severe weather across Sydney and coastal areas blindsided communities with floods and high tides. At least ten thousand homes lose power while Manly’s famed beach and pool suffer heavy damage. Rescue crews saved crews from a sinking yacht off Sydney Heads as RN ships and HMAS Swan crews battled mountainous seas.

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Snow and flood closures hit ACT roads and highways

Snow thaw and heavy rain caused flooding around Canberra and the Snowy Mountains. The Monaro Highway between Canberra and Cooma, and the Barry Way to the Victorian border, were cut by rising rivers. Murrumbidgee River remained high, with warnings of danger. Roads to Smiggin Holes, Perisher, Adaminaby, and nearby resorts were affected with reduced visibility and strong winds.

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Fractured Broadcast Sparks Irish Crisis Debate

Confusing telecast by Prime Minister triggers anger in Ireland as Wilson vows to uphold law while authorities move to contain a general strike. Reports say troops may be deployed. power stations face disruption and a total blackout looms. Northern Ireland leaders urge calm amid calls for negotiations and continued governance under the Crown.

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Queanbeyan sewage in river again

A Queanbeyan sewage spill into the river was reported after heavy rain. ACT Health officials said the pollution mainly stemmed from the town’s water system, with samples taken yesterday confirming contamination.

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Labor's majority still in doubt in late week notes

The document outlines ongoing uncertainty over Labor's parliamentary margin as results or opinions remain unclear until late night. It hints at mixed forecasts and potential uneven outcomes, with mention of broader political context and upcoming vote relevance. Individual names or precise events are not clearly readable.

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