Viscounts sold for one tenth of cost to US
Two luxury Vickers Viscount turbo prop airliners, once VIP transports for the RAAF, have been sold for export to the United States for far under their 1980s price. The craft, flown from Fairbairn, are to be refurbished by a US company before resale, with sale details and exact figures kept private.
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Malaysia to replace foreign RAF staff by 1974 says air chief
Kuala Lumpur Sunday Reuters reports Air Commodore Suleiman Su jak as chief of air staff says all foreign staff in the Royal Malaysian Air Force will be replaced by Malaysian experts by 1974 at the latest. Expatriate officers are mainly in technical and professional branches and largely from Britain and Australia.
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Suleiman Sujak
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Thai calls for unity across Asia and Pacific
Bangkok Sunday report quotes Foreign Minister Thanat Khoman urging solidarity among Asian and Pacific nations to fill a potential US vacuum in Asia after a possible withdrawal. He warned the Soviet Union would not welcome China dominance and noted regional powers like Malaysia, Burma, and Thailand combat Communist guerrillas with local forces.
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Burma
Thailand
Train Robber Sought After Narrow Escape
Fragmented report describes a train robbery incident with a suspect fleeing toward an eastern district. Details are incomplete but imply a pursuit by private detectives and local authorities.
Russians Slam Okinawa Deal in Nixon Sato Talks
Radio Moscow criticized the Okinawa agreement after Nixon and Sato met, saying Japan but not nuclear free return was demanded. It cited Japan taking on security duties and backing regimes in Korea and Taiwan while talks with the Soviet Union over Habomai Shikotan Kunashiri Etorofu aid are pending. The IS agreed to return Okinawa in 1972 and remove nuclear weapons from bases.
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Possible Australia Visit by Vice President Agnew
The Australian government was informed Vice-President Agnew may visit Australia at the end of December or early January. Prime Minister Gorton welcomed any visit if it fits his itinerary. Reports say Agnew would tour Pacific allies for Christmas, potentially including Australia and New Zealand, and may spend Christmas with US troops in South Vietnam. The plan aligns with defence alliances with the Philippines, SEATO, ANZUS, and bilateral security pacts.
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India's PM Gandhi Wins New Vote Of Confidence
New Delhi requires detailed coverage of Mrs Gandhi as the All-India Congress Committee backs her as a party member despite expulsion by rivals. Chidambaram Subramaniam named president to serve rest of term. 803-member body with 49% attendance, six messages of support. Government stability hinges on Uttar Pradesh Gujarat Mysore state wings and potential shifts in Preventive Detention Act debates.
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Apollo 12 astronauts set space interview during return
Houston reports Apollo 12 crew will hold a news conference during the final TV broadcast from the Yankee Clipper. Commander Charles Conrad Lieutenant Commander Alan Bean and Commander Richard Gordon answer questions as they head home, splashdown slated for Tuesday at 6.58 am AEST.
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Earth tremors damage Pine Pel area in three days
series of earth tremors over three days rocks Pine Pel town and nearby farms. Houses and shops reported damage with homes up to 30 meters from the town affected. No injuries reported as authorities assess aftershocks and safety risks.
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Pinepels
Sato links Japan security to Korea Formosa in Okinawa pact
Prime Minister Sato ties Japan security to South Korea and Formosa in the Okinawa agreement, implying U S use of bases and potential deployment aid if needed. He stresses the treaty must be maintained while Okinawa remains under U S administration until handover.
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Republic of Korea
Father seeks full details on son's Vietnam death
Melbourne father asks the Army for more details on Lieutenant Robert Tom Convery 22 of Broadmeadows who was killed by a grenade while asleep in his tent at Nui Dat in Vietnam. Army Headquarters says Vietnamese authorities have begun an investigation.
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Canberra
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Strike could delay exam marks for 60 000 students
A 1,200 teacher strike threatens higher pay for marking high school exam papers. Results for about 60,000 students may be delayed. Also notes further items on page 3 include rubella infection claims and coastline surveys.
PNG SERIES Independence for Papua New Guinea
John Alan begins a three part series on Papua New Guinea independence starting today on page 7. The report traces colonial history and moves toward self rule with context and key milestones.
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Papua New Guinea
John Alan
Tan List Weddings and Comics Classifieds Pages Overview
The LO VW section outlines tan list topics for weddings and comic strips within classifieds. It notes page layouts, ad formats, and reader guidance for locating notices and listings.
Opening of Session in Canberra for 27th Federal Parliament
Politicians assemble in Canberra for the opening day of the 27th Federal Parliament. Governor General Sir Paul Hastuck will open the session with party meetings planned beforehand including Liberal Party DLP and ALP executives.
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