Voters go to polls in ACT today by election day
Voters in the Australian Capital Territory begin voting to elect a new House member after the death of J K Fraser. 64 443 eligible, 64 780 names on roll, about 5 000 portal votes cast. Candidates include Bellchambers Enderby and Hermes among others. Polls open 1 am to 8 pm with tally coverage planned by ABC channels and local radio.
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National Socialist Party of Australia
Terence Joseph Christie
Noala Street
Aranda
Democratic Labour Party
Keppel Earl Enderby
Endeavour Street
Red Hill
Australian Labor Party
Alan John Fitzgerald
Pridham Street
Farrer
Clarence Lindsay Hermes
Birdwotrd
Hughes
Liberal Party
James Harold Pend
Schlich Street
Yarralumia
Protests in Africa Leader Faces Justice Arrests
A late report notes that about 157 people who joined a court-ordered protest march are to be prosecuted under the Terrorism Act. The march, led by the prime minister and other officials, was met with detention and demonstrations.
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Pope to visit Australia in November
Vatican announces Pope Paul will travel to Manila and Sydney in mid to late November during episcopal conferences. It will be his ninth trip abroad and first to the Far East and Australia, with Sydney hosting a conference marking Captain Cook bicentenary and mass celebrations. Police prepare security in Sydney and Canberra as officials confirm plans.
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Anzac Battalion Suffers First Vietnam Casualties
Australian forces in South Vietnam report three dead and five wounded after a mine blast during the Anzac 2nd Battalion's initial operation. The blast occurred roughly eight miles south of Wan, with two soldiers listed as wounded and others sustaining injuries.
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Push to aid besieged Prey Veng capital amid Cambodian clash
More than 1,000 South Vietnamese marines moved toward Prey Veng to reinforce Cambodian troops as North Vietnamese forces and Vietcong push to solidify positions east of the Mekong. Cambodian officials say Prey Veng is nearly encircled, with only the provincial HQ area held.
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Bankers call for finance inquiry at housing convention
Bankers call for a full inquiry into Australia s lending and financial system as Mr R J Prowse of the Bank of New South Wales addresses the National Housing Industry Association convention at Surfers Paradise. Rioting Mokeee editors continue the Paris yesterday with running battles.
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Ups and Downs at the New Airports
Frank Cranston discusses declines in Australian airports including Canberra and Brisbane and compares travel times from Melbourne to the city versus Sydney. Maurice Dunlevy calls readers to defend the English language against the depredations of science essors in Writers' World.
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Cambodian Fronts Battle Prey Veng as Forces Strain Civilians
Cambodian spokesmen report street fighting in Prey Veng with Bodian bombers unable to aid defenders for fear of civilian casualties. Surrounding forces attacked and then pulled back, later resuming. militiamen defend against North Vietnamese and Viet Cong, while a Vietcong unit harasses a village near Sap River.
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Australia Post Offices Hit By Nationwide Strike
A 24 hour countrywide strike by postal clerks and telegraphists will close most Australian post offices. Only some small rural outlets will stay open, with central and Civic offices most likely to close. Telegram services will halt, though urgent messages may still go. About 6,000 union members seek a five day 36 hour week and full penalties for weekend work.
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Minister Hodges Faces Dismissal Call By Police Union
In Brisbane on Friday the Queensland Police Union moved unanimously to seek the dismissal of Minister for Police Hodges. The push followed a day of turmoil after summonses were served on three Roma police officers over an assault charge. The union, with legal advisers present, cited departmental inquiry conduct.
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Remarkable Transformations Highlighted in New Guinea Report
The annual New Guinea overview to the United Nations Trusteeship Council drew close scrutiny as the Trust Territory debate opened. The document cited notable changes and prompted questions from council members.
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New Guinea
United Nations Trusteeship Council
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