Hands up, and PM out
Sir Robert Mears loses an el schooner in a contested incident. The report notes a tense exchange and a vessel dispute, with authorities assessing the outcome and next steps.
24 Nov 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1965
Page
1
Sir Robert Mears loses an el schooner in a contested incident. The report notes a tense exchange and a vessel dispute, with authorities assessing the outcome and next steps.
A disordered report notes Palmer and others petitioning the Pome Miniter and Frasier in a tense council debate over funding and duties. It mentions Ken McDunald and Donald Ha amid broad discussion of legal and political action and potential delays.
The MLA has asked for an inquiry into mortgages tied to H. G. Palmer in RiJRTon. The move seeks to uncover facts about loan agreements and potential irregularities affecting local finances.
Senator Gorion announced a Government appointed committee to study the future need for a College of Advanced Education in the ACT. Mr Mallam’s private urgency motion for an inspector was defeated 46 to 42. The registrar urged continuing the current inquiry with cooperation from concerned parties. The inquiry would cover the Palmer company and its subsidiaries, past auditors, and related activities.
The Assembly erupted as McCawock Inssot and Ruddock pressed the gag against Renshaw’s bid to speak. A six member committee will examine schooling policy at the ANU with officials from Education and the Prime Minister’s Department named.
In Melbourne a leaked English exam prompted police involvement as authorities prepared to report on the ACT enrichment plan at a College of Advanced Education. The cancellation disrupted 19 000 to 20 000 students awaiting papers and raised questions about exam integrity and future college arrangements.
In New Delhi, Prime Minister Shastri signals readiness to meet Ayub Khan to discuss Kashmir as housing approvals across India show a deep slump. Private sector activity remains weak with a 20 percent drop in house approvals and 40 percent in flats from peak levels, while public sector projects slow.
In Salisbury Rhodesia police shot and killed an African man amid nationalist demonstrations. Dozens were arrested as the rebel government moves to curb strikes led by Mrs. Smith allies. Judith Todd sought British protection amid fears of arrest under the Preservation of Constitutional Government Act.
Directors of Cresen Fertilizers Ltd stated in Adelaide that an Esso offer matched it and that 90 percent ordinary shares and no preference were under discussion. Dr H W Lyon, chairman, noted the board had thoroughly considered borders.
Unanimous vote in the House passed the referendum to alter the constitution by 108 to nil. Last night the action was reported on Page 3. Warships shelled a Vietcong attack on a South Vietnamese coastal town as winter weather disrupts Britain. Page 6. European Community ties discussed on Page 7. Entertainment notes on Pages 26-27. Classifieds Pages 30-33.
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