Prime Minister sees better hospital terms in Medibank future
Prime Minister Fraser signaled a possible improvement in hospital arrangements under Medibank as three states moved to block changes, saying the Commonwealth would meet about half the cost of state hospitals. Opposition leader Whitlam accused the government of evading legal obligations while NSW Premier Wran urged an urgent health ministers meeting to address the crisis and potential hospital fee increases.
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Ellicott
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States
Shevan
Sydney
Nsw
Wrin
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Wran
Indexation decision sparks mixed reaction in Australia
The Arbitration Commission backed a quarterly wage indexation for the March quarter, boosting average male earnings and backdating to May. governments and employers hailed the move, while Labor and opposition criticized the backdating and continued wage hearings. The Full Bench’s 3 percent increase raises wages by about 20 percent overall, costing an extra $780 million yearly, with negotiable conferences allowed for special circumstances. Former Labor minister Cameron had urged a national wage decision.
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Concorde may gain conditional entry into Australia
The Australian government announced a cautious path for Concorde operations, with a continuous monitoring program and potential revisits if environmental impacts prove significant. Officials cited international cooperation, limited flight corridors, and shared financing for future arrangements as key factors shaping approval.
Strike Action Shocks Melbourne Workforce
In Melbourne on Friday workers vote to back a strike action over wage and work conditions. The walkout, supported by unions, could disrupt services and trigger widespread operational problems if not resolved promptly.
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Anne
Melbourne
Renance
Wage decision split unions view Canberra clash averted
Street welcomed government approval of the Commission's wage decision while Justice Moore stressed independence. Leaders from ACT unions and employer groups weighed in, warning of inflationary risks and urging restraint. Critics argued for quicker cost of living relief, with concerns over a potential industrial backlash and the impact on construction and manufacturing pay.
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Matt Chaney
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Punt
Mouitnie Industri ‘Campaien
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ACT
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Alan Simakott
al Vg Ao
Die Revier
Vidiotian Chamber of Manuties
Tinian Avellound Tait
Hurford
Ingerender Economiks
Offord
New Orleans Wine Price Confusion Stirs Market Tonight
AAP reports confusion over 11 500 dollar red wine price in New Orleans after a prior 11 05 0 price cited in San Francisco. The note references Rothschild wine and a rare vintage tied to a premier wine auction, with market implications noted by United Press Soleramtionst.
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Frithy
Ghateas Laie Rothschild
United Press
San Francisco
Soviet naval presence in Indian Ocean eyed as strategic concern
Canberra officials told a Senate committee the Soviet naval presence in the Indian Ocean is a strategic concern for Australia, not a direct military threat. They noted the region’s importance for oil routes via Suez and Red Sea sites, and Russia’s political leverage in the area.
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Australia
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Canberra
Senate
Standing Committee On Foreign Affairs and Defence
Austriaa
Soviet Union
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Suez
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Hix
W. B. Pritchett
Mittee
Trdian
Por
Sani
Brad International Eity
Suez Canal
Red Sea
Black Sea
Cape of Goext Hope
Crezo Garcia
Depart‘ment of Defence
Aubsainsion
Canberra Times editor discusses peace amid internal strife
The piece quotes Max Painter describing violence and internal power struggles within the People’s Assembly. The Canberra Times notes parliamentary tension, with Speaker Sayyid Mirei and editor Mathews weighing hopes for peace and stability in the region.
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Canberra Times
Lin Mathews
Hs Ner
People’s Assembly
Me Sayyid Mirei
Hit Ayny
Pla Lophen
Deve
Lebanon Rugby Controversy Sparks House of Commons Debate
A fragmented Lebanon Rugby page reports a weekend outbreak linked to a controversial incident, prompting debate in the House of Commons. The affected event and ongoing tensions are noted alongside section markers for lifestyle, TV, and sports.
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