Fuel dispute averted easing long weekend supply
A threatened eight-refinery strike in Australia was called off allowing petrol and distillate to flow to Banksmeadow as Kurnell refineries return to work on NSW Industrial Commission guidance. The decision ends a looming nationwide walkout, ensures NSW motorists have fuel for the holiday, and sets a further hearing for next Wednesday with maintenance staff seeking higher pay.
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Whitlam takes ASIO control and taps powers
Australian Prime Minister Whitlam assumes personal responsibility for the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation from the Attorney-General Enderby. He will also oversee the Telephonic Communications Interception Act as new drafting proceeds. The move follows a series of rapid changes, including the replacement of ASIO director-general Barbour by Justice Woodward and interim leadership arrangements.
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Parachute plan dropped after Giles calm reported
Perth, Friday. Western Australian Police Commissioner G Leach said he studied dropping parachutists near Giles but discarded the idea after a safe landing and under control reports. Six officers barricaded the station at Giles Aboriginal Reserve after 15 Aborigines rammed and stoned the building during a film show, lasting about 14 hours with no injuries.
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Valuable art panel found in Australian War Memorial box
Australian War Memorial staff discovered a valuable wooden box in the Dun troon storeroom. A single panel storing two model warships could be worth about 800 dollars and is lined with a painting cut from Louisa McCubbin. The painting, likely from the 1920s, will be restored and shown. The box probably spent 35 years in the storeroom, found by Mike Cartner.
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Kidnap Drama Free Prisoners in Dublin Row
In Dublin, a dramatic incident unfolds as kidnappers seize a figure described as a Dutch in Dublin. Authorities report two Republican prisoners and De Rose Dugdale were released within 47 hours, amid political tensions surrounding the event.
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Meeting place on Nauru hosts regional conference
A two level civic centre on Nauru will host the 22nd South Pacific Commission Conference. The facility includes a theatre and library and will serve as the major venue for meetings and official functions.
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Premier pledges Field backing in Queensland cabinet
The Premier of Queensland Bijelke Petersen says the state government will consider paying High Court costs in challenges to Senator Albert Field. He told Chillagoe supporters he would raise Field's costs in Cabinet on Monday, a move prompting a cabinet dispute. Deputy Premier Gordon Chalk indicated the government would not fund the costs. Field’s appointment had Liberal support in the House.
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Flech and Jack in a Quiet Moment
A brief fragment depicts Flech as soft and Jack suffering a tortured, writhing belly. Yury passes flech over on the scene as a moment of relief or transition. The text hints at tension and a pause before further action.
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Canberra hotels report heavy bookings for long weekend
Cloud Canberra hotels and motels reported yesterday heavy bookings for the long weekend. The forecast says mainly fine and cool with some cloud and a maximum near 15 degrees. Scattered showers should clear in the afternoon with snow on slopes above 1,500 metres for the last weekend of the ski season and skiing conditions expected to be fair.
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Whitlam retains ASIO control under Attorney-General
In December 1972 PM Whitlam said ASIO would remain under the Attorney-General. The shift from prime ministerial to AG control has historical roots dating to 1949 and earlier Liberal governments. The Royal Commission’s reports awaited, with Barbour’s replacement and the transfer of responsibility tied to its terms of reference. Internal promotions at ASIO sparked some resentment while the PM holds final say.
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Surrender ends d-day siege at London spaghetti restaurant
Three gunmen held six Italian hostages in a Knightsbridge spaghetti house basement for five days before surrendering. Leader Franklyn Davis, 28, a Nigerian, shot himself in the stomach as police waited to extract him. Two other gunmen, Jamaican youths known as Bonzo and Wealey, were detained after the siege. Police had surrounded the building since dawn Sunday. a raid followed arrests of Tuli and Gorman in connection with the attempted robbery.
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Move to restrict chemical used to test pool chlorine
A chemical called chemortho solidine, used to test backyard pool chlorine, faces restriction across the ACT and states. ANU chemist Dr Ben Selinger says he has campaigned for years to curb it, noting Britain has restricted it. He warns children could be affected during water checks. The National Health and Medical Research Council will advise after a October meeting, with states likely to follow the recommendation.
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New Protest Details Agitation Against Power Moves
Agitation against proposed transfer of public servants to growth centres gains attention in a new protest outlining public service concerns. Mr Uren notes an ironic twist in the debate as organizers press for reform while warning of potential disruptions.
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Learn to Swim Class Dates Listed on Page Nine
Dates for Learn-to-Swim classes appear on Page Nine. The notice outlines upcoming sessions, registration details, and contact information for the program coordinators.
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