Balte accused of political fraud in parliament
Melbourne reports the State Opposition Leader Mr Holding accusing Premier Sir Henry Balte of deliberate political fraud and breach of parliamentary privilege. The Assembly defeated Holding’s motion 2 to 26 as Country Party allied with Labor. attendance varied and debate remained intense.
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ACT Breath Test Inquiry Sets Joint Committee Study
The Joint Parliamentary Committee in the Australian Capital Territory will study whether breath analysis tests should be introduced to aid in detecting driving under the influence. Minister for the Interior Mr Nixon referred the matter, citing lack of uniform interpretation across jurisdictions as a key issue. The inquiry will examine international systems, aiming to determine conditions for possible ACT adoption and anticipate hearings in Canberra early February.
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Prime Minister Announces 1969 Budget Reduction Proposal
SP PARIS reports the Prime Minister Chive de Mursille states the government plans to reduce the Cantante pliner analysis by 64 million francs. In 1969, under amce's-aunieuity, the Pacife finds a forecast tied to mosnvites. The budget outlines a nearly 5,600 opium Eanes figure, about $894 million, with details to be explained next year.
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Australian tells of Vietcong captivity in Bangkok
A 54 year old Australian, Ayland, recounts ten months in a Communist prison camp in Viet Nam after Tet offensive era raids. He and three American companions shared a room, endured raw confinement and jungle marches, and were moved frequently before being released by Vietcong in Phnom Penh and flying to Bangkok with his wife.
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Longtime journalist Grey described as emotionally tense in confinement
Reuters reports Anthony Grey remains confined for 18 months in two rooms of his Peking house with British officials noting his emotional tension. Doctors say chest pains may indicate bronchitis after six months in solitary, as Grey's access to reading material remains severely limited and his stamina wavers.
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No real demand for culture on TV in Australia says stations
The Federation of Australian Commercial Television Stations says there is little public demand for cultural programs on commercial channels amid strong ABC competition. It cites research showing only modest interest in classics, painting, and sculpture and argues surveys do not reflect genuine demand, noting late night audiences are small.
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Australia to re enter overseas shipping in two ships
The government will charter two new container ships for European and North American trades and operate one Australian National Line vessel in the Far East. Prime Minister Gorton said negotiations with a British shipping consortium are nearly complete with initial outlay estimated between 36 and 87 million. The European trade ship arrives next April on the Walden voyage and is designed as a 24,000 containe r vessel. The North American ship proceeds in about two years, with Australian crews and shared management on the European and North American routes, while the Far East ship sails under the Australian flag and is solely operated by ANL.
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Australia gears for overseas shipping push within government drive
Negotiations led by Trade Minister McEwen outline plans to form a state backed shipping effort with Associated Carrier Transport and Overseas Containers Ltd. The Prime Minister Whitlam stresses self reliance in breaking from ideologic limits, aiming to secure Fremantle Melbourne and Sydney facilities and a 5 year charter valued near 4.28 million pounds. The move includes potential Port Line financing and container investments, with detailed costs and subsidies to be finalized.
Inquiry on House Site Chooses Capital Hill Debate
The Senate directed the decision on site for the new Parliament House to a joint select committee. A proviso ensures that choosing Capital Hill should not be prejudiced. The Senate approved the current plan ensuring Capital Hill remains the preferred site without opposition.
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Fighting in DMZ as talks hold little progress
Fragmented report describes renewed fighting in the DMZ between Vietnamese and North Vietnamese forces while diplomatic talks stall. Mentions promises of renewed negotiations and ongoing bombing campaigns into November. Includes scattered references to international figures and unrelated items on other pages.
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