Bushfire position in NSW explosive says NSW fire chief
Sydney reinforced firefighting crews joined 200 weary fire fighters tackling a large bushfire near Springwood in the Grose Valley. Officials describe the blaze as explosive with homes destroyed and fire fighting measures extended until 9 pm. A separate blaze north of Gosford and others in the Sydney area kept crews busy as roads, trains, and telephone lines were disrupted by flames and wind.
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Storm winds lash city causing widespread damage
Winds near 50 mph tore metal blinds from city buildings and toppled canvas blinds at West Row and London Circuit. Trees felled onto power lines caused outages in Yarralumia and other suburbs, with repairs completed within about ninety minutes. In nearby communities, a violent Friday storm damaged homes and displaced residents, ministries mobilized aid, and volunteers provided tarps and shelter as authorities assessed the impact.
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Vietnam to Free Vietcong Prisoners in Move Seen as Publicity Step
Reports from Saigon indicate South Vietnam may release Vietcong prisoners as a goodwill gesture ahead of Paris talks. Observers expect President Thieu to announce a significant decision during the Paris negotiations.
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Asbestos Pile Reported Near Marrab on Pace Abistor Site
A large asbestos pile, estimated at 20 million tons, reportedly sits near the Pace Abistor property at Marrab. Authorities warn of health risks as mining or processing could occur at the site if not controlled.
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ALP Hearing Protests Over ACT Ballot Irregularities
Protests over irregularities in the ACT ballot that elected Labor candidate Gordon Walshie dominated yesterday’s session at Hughes Community Centre. A NSW credentials committee delegation returned to Sydney with a report expected to go to the central executive soon. The Labor branch in Canberra faced petitions and allegations that ineligible voters cast ballots, while supporters of Fraser pressed for a challenge to the result.
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Canberra boy maul by circus lion recovers in hospital
A Canberra boy, James Mark Primmer, aged 7, from Colvin Street, was severely wounded when a lion maul occurred during a Sole Brothers circus matinee in Hughes on Saturday. The lion tamer, Joseph Perry, found the boy under a heavy lion and removed him from the cage. The boy was taken to Canberra Hospital in satisfactory condition with facial and arm injuries sustained during the attack.
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Fire tears through central Moscow old storey block
A Sunday blaze swept a single storey structure in central Moscow near the Kremlin. Authorities gave no details on casualties or cause. Witnesses reported thick smoke and rapid firefighting efforts as crews battled the flames.
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First cars depart in London to Sydney marathon race
London to Sydney car race begins with 98 entrants including 18 Australians. Harry Firth in a Ford Falcon GT leads the field off watched by Penny Wummer. The route heads via Dover to Fremantle with legs through Turkey and Bombay en route to Australia.
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De Gaulle Decision Not to Devalue Francs Upsets Markets
Paris confirms the franc will stay at its parity after a cabinet meeting on November 23. The move unsettles foreign exchange experts and risks renewed volatility as speculators weigh the impact on sterling, the dollar, and German marks. Brussels awaits measures to support the franc and avert clashes with the Rome Treaty and GATT. The Common Market Commission plans an early meeting.
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Paris bankers weigh de Gaulle plan for franc devaluation
Paris bankers expect a devaluation plan via a package of exchange controls and monetary measures. They anticipate a staged approach to curb speculation, including allowed bank rate setting and incentives to hold francs, tied to a broader international aid package and Bonn’s monetary stance. Aimed at preserving the franc while restraining imports and speculation, the move would test Gaullist resistance to foreign policy pressure.
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Exchanges Open and Currency Markets Tense in Australia
A Reserve Bank spokesman warned the overseas money market crisis could affect dollar and sterling dealings in Australia. London and Australian stock exchanges were anticipated to open tomorrow with trading banks likely to adjust currency flows as assessments proceed.
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Pertini asked to form govt in Italy crisis
Rome Sunday Reuters reports President Saragat asked Mr Pertini, Socialist ex-president of the Chamber of Deputies, to start exploratory talks to form a new government to end Italy's postwar crisis. He would lead a coalition if possible, marking the first Socialist headed government in postwar Italy.
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Trade department accused of political role in policy
A secretary from the Administrative and Clerical Officers Association criticised the Department of Trade and Industry for a political role after last week's speech by the Minister for External Affairs. He claimed public servants guard political independence but recent years show rising business within the service and a trend to overemphasise tertiary qualifications.
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US forces strike DMZ amid ongoing clashes
Fragmentary report notes US forces hit the demilitarised zone and retaliatory fire from Vieng and surrounding actions. The weekend sees mounting violence as casualties rise in NSW and Victoria with multiple page references.
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Hungarian leader Istvan Dobl dies at 70 in Budapest
Hungary's leading statesman Istvan Dobl, 70, former Deputy Prime Minister 1944 52 and president of the Republic after World War II, died today after a long illness. Of peasant origin he helped renew political movements from World War I and for two decades after World War II was a key figure in the regime. His death was announced by the Hungarian news agency.
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