Killen calls inquiry on Stretton allegations
The Defence Department ordered an inquiry led by Major General Alan Stretton into alleged bungling of the Cyclone Tracy Darwin relief program. Government officials defended the process amid parliamentary friction, with ministers insisting the inquiry was proper and necessary despite controversy.
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Alga
Alan Stretton
Darwin
Defence
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Gymnation
Vin Vardanella
General Streiton
Fraser
Sartier
Cyclone Tracy
Td Lok
Ragneral
Traume
Sonun
Wier
Kipelon
Fencrit Sirelionah
Bondi
Farber
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Sirenton
Jonmatinis
Prvileus
Riyal
Oil workers lift loans in NSW refinery dispute
Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Adelaide refinery workers ended a five week stoppage after leaders of unions and the Australian Arbitration Commission reached a settlement. The decision, backed by ACTU president Me Haske, ends days of intensive talks, ensuring continued oil supply and preventing widespread job disruption.
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Sydrey, Werkesday
Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane
Adelaide
Cmd
Nsw
Garlier
We Actu
Haske
Australian Arbitration Commission
Union Move Threatens Embassy Staff Over Selection
The Australian Public Service Association warned of a general ban on communications linked to Australia’s Tokyo Embassy if Ambassador John Menadue is replaced. The dispute centers on the appointment of Elsine Miller to a senior overseas secretarial post in the Foreign Affairs Department.
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Australia
Tokyo
John Menadue
Elsine Miller
Te Union
Department
Public Service Board
Secretarial post sparks row in public service board
The Public Service Board clashed with Foreign Affairs over appointing a personal secretary to Mr Menmimon Hor First-division officers and Miss Judy McDonald. APSA reported unease at a potential appointment, while members urged maintaining existing staffing from the department. The board warned a broader change could harm overseas postings and typing duties.
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Man Caley
APSA
Alun
McDonald
Menudus
Lisiigh
Foreign Affairs Department
Police charge in Brisbane arson case and summons
Inspector Donald McDonald announced indictments against nine Cairns public servants connected to a blaze near Cedar Way, 77 kilometres north of Cairns, dated August 29, with nine charges including arson. The Queensland Malice Commission filed summonses seeking appearances in court.
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Pall
Donald McDonald
Cairns Way
Gaideon
Cedar Way
Cais
Hosiwetur
Metronell Agirty
O Queensland
McBanald
Set term for PS Heads to be sought today
Political wrangle over appointing permanent heads of departments for fixed terms up to five years. Government intention to legislate enabling structure faces opposition in cabinet and public service circles. Report by Gay Davidson from the Washington era.
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Fraser
Bagi
Sireshs
Pylie Henrice Mailers
Tusa
Skroshine
Abi Conley
Udine
Sphere
Perinal
Contempt: newsman fined in high court case
A contested contempt ruling fines a newsman for alleged breaches of publishing orders. The hearing, held in a Supreme Court chamber, involved testimony from officials and the journalist’s defense. The decision notes potential penalties and future reporting restrictions.
Deportation order against two Britons in London
A report states that two Britons were ordered deported from London after a broad US intelligence warning. The London Evening Standard journalist Mark Hosenbull was also served with a deportation notice amid related moves.
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London, Watney Care Plain
SRC
Raney Plans
Ute
Mark Hosenbull
London Evening Standard
Sydney airport site shortlist to be announced soon
A joint New South Wales and federal committee studying a future Sydney airport plans to announce a shortlist of five potential sites within a fortnight. The panel, established by the Prime Minister and the Premier, will consider senior federal and state representatives and coordinate with related authorities for a comprehensive planning approach.
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Sydney
Framer
SSW
Mir
Myure Aie Wiksport
Milk tendering reform discussed by ACT milk authority
The ACT Milk Authority plans changes to tendering procedures for Santerr raw milk supplies. The minister, Mr Suuley, told reporters the proposal aims to address concerns about competitive bidding and accountability while ensuring stable supply.
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KEM
Santerr
Suuley
Nti
Lse
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