McMahon to challenge Gorton for Liberal leadership
Melbourne report says Treasurer Mr McMahon, aged 61, will run for Prime Minister with Liberal Party backing after Country Party Leader Mr McEwen lifted his veto. Minister for National Development Mr Fairbairn also announced plans to seek Liberal leadership regardless of McMahon’s nomination.
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Mixed bank strike disrupts services across Australia
The day after yesterday's bank employees strike, some Canberra branches closed or ran with skeleton staff while others remained open. Major banks like ANZ and ES and A and the National Bank closed, while CBA Bank of NSW and others stayed open. Deposits were sometimes limited due to security. In Sydney about eight percent of staff participated, with a spokesman from the Bank Officers Association noting activity. Queensland's A Selby Fisher said the strike caused notable delays and disruption.
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Brandt seeks British entry to Common Market talks
West German Chancellor Willy Brandt told The Times of London he would press the Common Market to begin serious talks on Britain's entry early next year. He linked British entry to improving East West relations and said he would urge the Mercator summit in The Hague on November 17 and 18 to start negotiations.
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Fires Expected Around Canberra By Year End
District Bushfire Control Officer Mr Feamsige warned fires would occur as dry conditions return after heavy rains. He noted a surprise fog and warned poor growth could fuel more fires, with the drought lasting into Christmas time.
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Gorton Defeated in Brisbanes Liberal Confidence Vote
In Brisbane the Young Liberals crushed a motion to test Prime Minister Gortons leadership. The State council backed the motion then withdrew despite laughter and jeers, signalling internal criticism amid fears of a party rout.
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Newsday wins appeal over suppression in motorist case
The Melbourne daily Newsday successfully appealed suppression in a motorist case heard by Mr Justice Travers. The defendant faced charges of driving under the influence and driving with the blood alcohol limit exceeded. The Full Court, including Chief Justice and Justices Hogarth and Bright, ruled on the appeal and commented on magistrate timing and intervention. Lawyers for Newsday and the defendant argued about the magistrate’s discretionary order and the scope of Newsday’s intervention. The hearing before Mr Wilson in the Adelaide Magistrate's Court was scheduled, with representation by S J Jacobs QC for Newsday and counsel for the defendant.
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ALP Nominates W. W. C. Brown for Senate Vacancy
Melbourne voters hear that the Australian Labor Party nominates Mr W. W. C. Brown for the casual Senate vacancy. Brown, a former caterer at the Victoria ranch, is married with five children and resides at Pasfield. Confirmation awaits electors at the next Senate or House election held first.
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Melbourne Cup 1969 betting odds spark strong field
Bart Cummings trains Big Philou the 9 2 second favourite in a tightly bunched field for the Flemington race. Tails the AJC Metropolitan winner is favourite at 4 1, having won five of six. Nausori, the Caulfield Cup winner before protest, is seen as a strong contender. Rohan Rivett will file a post race report in tomorrow's edition.
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Liberal split hints McMahon Fairbairn coalition bid
In Melbourne Mr McMahon and Mr Fairbairn weighed a possible coalition with Mr McEwen and the Country Party. McEwen indicated support for a Fairbairn-led Liberal ticket, while McMahon sought to gauge Liberal stance as the party debates leadership and deputy roles amid high tension from past vetoes and interparty dynamics.
Birrell completes bold Australia flight return voyage
George Birrell, 17 year old pilot, finished a 23 hour film laden journey back to Coolangatta after five days crossing Australia in an Auster to claim the record. He faced debts of about 10 000 for repairs and film gear, with the licence of the craft requiring inspection before further flights.
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Five nation defence talks open in Kuala Lumpur
Budget defence coverage notes that talks begin in Kuala Lumpur amid gaps to be bridged as Britain plans a 1971 military withdrawal. Markets show peaks around $41.50 as shares are reported. A US Marine faces extradition after hijacking an airliner to Rome.
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