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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 28, 1973
Page
10
Auditors report Austeare gathered about 316000 in donations with more expected. Spokesman says the drive could reach 2t and twenty thousand, while advance totals near 17000 and over 700 collectors contributed across groups. The effort involved schools and teams as organizers push for final tallies.
The Adelaide works secretary dismissal sparked a controversy as Minster Sennton Cavan Malt announced the action. Mr Wid) McNally described pressure from the press and claimed he was asked about a chemical agent. He stated he did not want the job but faced questions about the situation and outcomes.
Readable fragments describe a beach related scene in Darwin with references to a September event. The text mentions authorities and a possible public warning. Details are incomplete and ambiguous.
The readable lines show scattered phrases and garbled names with no clear event or outcome. References to people, places, or organizations are incomplete, making it impossible to identify a coherent news item or produce a factual summary.
Police report a large street clash near a motorcade in Sarathmare this afternoon. Ten youths faced charges for various offenses and will appear in Miwinge Panis Court tomorrow morning.
Fragmentary text mentions helicopter related item and people near central Queensland coast with garbled phrases. Unable to determine concrete event, date, or names from the readable content.
Eighteen Australian mining administrators and members of the executive committee of the Australian Mining Industry Council plan a Canberra meeting on Wednesday to discuss federal governance policies affecting the mining sector. The group represents industry leaders addressing regulatory changes and sector impact.
A new traffic rule effective this weekend requires drivers at stop signs in Melbourne to yield to vehicles on both their left and right. The reform applies to Sunday-Misorris in Vicione and broadens the previous right side priority, prompting motorists to adjust to the dual-yield requirement.
In Adelaide on Sunday the Wilkin Ser sie price hike of 4 percent was announced due to higher material costs, with the assistant managing director W Norfolk warning the rise will add 510 to the most expensive automatic washing machine. Also in Adelaide a DLP and Country Party merger was said to be likely before year end, Federal secretary Senator Kane reporting progress to party members on arrival.
An Australian trade mission left Hong Kong after visiting China, aiming to expand two way trade. Officials cautioned no immediate increases are expected, while outlining plans for future talks and high level ministerial visits to advance relations. The trip focused on strengthening economic links and dialogue between Australia and China, with emphasis on long term cooperation.
Hobart dispatch reports Tasmanian Legislative Council divisions vote counting underway after polling day. Independent candidates retired in all three divisions as Labor and Liberal contenders lead in Gippsland South and Hobart regions amid postal and near-final counts.
The CMF team in Canberra celebrated a successful EMpete in Wil EME ume, achieving notable milestones amid a tense scene. Officials praised the performance, noting decisive actions against an opposing company and the engagement that followed, with several wounded reported and a sense of achievement across the contingent.
A.L.P. Federal Executive member Bill Hartley warned that the socialist faction’s victory could erode Australia’s defence ties with the United States. He argued a non aligned policy would emerge, complicating ANZUS and long term alliances. Hartley urged the ALP to resist shifts toward closer ultraliberal alignment.
Melbourne reports the government intends to introduce an irrational health scheme next year and Minister Mayen says the plan remains on track. Heieral officials defend the program noting it will preserve parental freedom of choice and not disrupt doctors working conditions.
An Independent senator on the Murphy ASIO-Croatan affair says both major parties will pressure Townley to hold the balance of power. He notes the committee could shape government leverage and hints hearings may reveal broader internal agency views before the inquiry concludes.
Sydney reports a fourth Australian union showing support as France presses ahead with proposed Pacific nuclear tests. Australia and New Zealand seek interim court protection. no decision yet from the International Court of Justice. protests continue in Melbourne and The Hague as officials weigh political and legal avenues.
Police believe a rock slide caused a fatal road crash near Lismore. Three men died when rocks toppled onto a passing vehicle. One survivor was injured and hospitalised. Rescue teams battled fog and debris to reach the scene. Authorities are investigating the fall and the possibility of further hazards.
A trawler named Eden sank while at sea with 18 men aboard near Fen heading to fishing grounds. The incident, the second in a week, followed by another vessel Rosalind Star sinking after 15 hours at sea. Rescue efforts and details remain unclear as searchers work amid rough conditions.
An envoy arrives from Dacca amid efforts to ease frictions with Hanglastesh and to urge support for Pakistan. Officials, including MP Shamsul Wage and other leaders, discuss security ties, economic aid, and regional cooperation as they seek to stabilize relations and address ongoing disputes.
The National Times reveals state public agencies using telephone taps illegally to gather information. It notes the Commonwealth intends to halt these actions and urges readers to watch the paper this week for full coverage amid political tension and calls for accountability.
Tools valued at 718 dollars were stolen from an unspecified site on Saturday night. A spokesman said the “front door” was broken.
Canberra reporters protested a parliamentary decision aimed at expelling Barry Everingham from the Parliamentary Press Gallery. The dispute centered on Presiding Officers actions and natural justice as journalists and journalism groups pressed for due process while Everingham offered to answer charges.
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