Australian concern over alleged abuse in Yugoslavia
The Australian Government plans to file a strong complaint over alleged mistreatment of Australian citizens in Yugoslavia. A formal reply will address Croatian terrorist activity alleged by Yugoslav authorities and seeks help tracing the movements of several Australian naturalised citizens who visited Yugoslavia. Canberra residents are named among those sought, with details in a Canberra statutory declaration about interrogations and reports of harassment.
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Man dies after fall onto rocks in Bungonia Gorge
Sydney man Phillip Regnus Bexon aged 19 died from injuries after a fall of almost 70 feet onto rocks in Bungonia Gorge while practicing with five companions north of Goulburn. A spokesman said he died about an hour after the fall.
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Grabben Gullen sapphire fever rocks the town
In Grabben Gullen, 23 miles from Goulburn, its fifth sapphire safari drew residents and visitors, boosting the population to 300. A dance, beauty contest, and barbecue accompanied the digging. Sapphire finds valued near 1,000 dollars drew attention, including a near inch diameter gem found by Mrs. Jack Sheppard of Wollongong. Glen Dupay of Sydney sought beauty over wealth.
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Japan-Soviet peace talks planned
Japan will push peace treaty talks with the Soviet Union as its top task after reestablishing relations with China. Prime Minister Tanaka, returning from China, said the Foreign Ministry would begin preparatory talks with Soviet officials. He noted the northern territories as the gravest issue, with four island groups demanded in exchange for a treaty.
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Border pact near signed by Soviet Union and Britain
London reports the Soviet Union and Communist powers near an agreement including concessions in the Ussuri River region, a border settlement, and a joint frontier framework with China renouncing future territorial claims across the frontier.
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West Germany and China finish talks on relations
Bonn reports West Germany and China have completed preliminary talks on relations. A communique says Foreign Minister Scheel accepted an invitation from China to visit Beijing from October 10 to 14. The announcement was issued Friday.
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Pentridge Rioting Quelled In Australian Jail Crisis
Melbourne police threatened teargas as rebel prisoners barricaded cells at Pentridge jail during the wildest weekend in 20 years. 40 inmates barricaded in B Division while E and H Divisions damaged facilities. Officers, social welfare officials, and prison authorities met amid calls for more staff and stricter discipline as the siege ended with prisoners isolated in separate cells.
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Polish Envoy Compound Sought For Canberra Embassy
Poland plans a large Canberra diplomatic compound to house its embassy chancery and diplomats after establishing full relations with Australia this year. Bulgaria also seeks an embassy site with simpler needs. A prime lakeside block behind the Indonesian Embassy was deemed too small, prompting a search for a single secure complex.
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Bathurst winner Peter Brock seals Hardie-Ferodao S race
Victorian driver Peter Brock in a Holden won the Hardie-Ferodo 130 lap race at Mount Panorama Bathurst yesterday. He was the sole finisher of all 130 laps setting a record time of 6h 9m 33s minutes. John French in a Falcon finished second with Beha eeciee close behind.
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US sailors die in ship explosion near Vietnam war zone
Saigon report says nineteen sailors died in an internal blast that ripped a gun turret of the USS Newport News, a Newport News class cruiser, during bombardment of communist positions. The ship, with about 1300 crew, is commanded by Captain Walter Hartman.
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Newport News
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Associated Press
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Weather outlook for Canberra with sunny skies expected
A clear morning gives way to a warm sunny day in Canberra with a top around 20 degrees. Light winds shift from northeast to northwest, keeping conditions pleasant after yesterday’s high near 17 degrees.
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Weekend Sport Trainer T J Smith targets Metro handicap win
Trainer T J Smith hopes to steer With A Will to victory in the 2400m Metropolitan Handicap at Randwick today. The stayer has shown vast improvement and is expected to challenge strong rivals on the weekend program.
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