WA minister backs explosive option under strict conditions
Perth reports the Minister for National Development Fairbairn hinted support for using tuslear explosives if a government approved feasibility study shows benefits and treaty compliance. Meanwhile Brisbane notes Defence Dept scientists will simulate a mega bomb heat effect in Queensland, testing effects on a mock city amid top secret preparations.
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Former Evatt aide Allan Baines dies at 39
Allan Baines, 39, a former personal secretary to the late Dr Evatt, died in a Sydney hospital. The obituary notes his role during the Vladimir Petrov defection hearing in 1954 and his clearance by the Royal Commission amid espionage inquiries.
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Dr Evatt
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Vladimir Petrov
Royal Commission
Australia
Tremor Hits Western Cape After Weeks of Quakes
A strong earthquake shook South Africa's Western Cape causing fresh cracks in damaged buildings and new fires on surrounding mountains. Officials reported the latest tremor as the severest since the quakes began a week ago, with Cape Town, Wolseley, Tubagh, and Ceres noted amid widespread damage and panic.
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Wolseley
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Prince Charles donation aids Caernarvon bombing boy
A UK boy who lost his right leg in a Caernarvon bombing four days after the Prince of Wales investiture received a donation from Buckingham Palace. Officials would not disclose the amount but described it as substantial. The fund supports 11 year old Van Cox of St Giles, England.
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Reuter
Caernarvon
Prince of Wales
Atuckingham Palace
Prince Charles
van Cox
St Giles
England
Soldiers wounded as new Belfast clashes erupt
In Belfast a British soldier was shot in the leg and two others wounded by missiles as fresh Protestant Catholic rioting surged. Petrol bombs flew, snipers fired from rooftops, and troops with new net clubs struggled to restore order amid ongoing clashes. at least four police officers were hurt.
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Northern Ireland
Reuter
Ulster
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Mrothers
Reverend Paisley among crowds as Northern Ireland unrest erupts
Protests flare in Belfast amid Catholic and Protestant clashes marking a year of crisis. Reverend Ian Paisley is confronted by teargas and a chaotic scene inside a newly opened church as police quell fires and crowds. He appeals for donations while a bid for a gold coin sparks a flare of tension in the gallery.
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Chinese Premier says Grey freed after two years in Pekin jail
Reuters reports from Hong Kong that Prime Minister Chou En-lai announced the release of Anthony Grey, a British journalist held in Pekin for two years and 14 days. Grey’s release followed informal exchanges and formalities in Beijing, with police and troops confirming his freedom.
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DLP Challenges Liberal Views in Queensland Seats
DLP candidates in four marginal Queensland House seats pressed Liberals to state their stance on Soviet naval activity in the Indian Ocean and a proposed Asian collective security pact. The challenge followed meetings where DLP members criticized Liberal statements on Russia, with observers noting potential impact on second preferences in seats including Griffith Moreton Lilley and Herbert.
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Moscow talks on Asian security
War dawn reports from Warsaw state that Polish and Soviet delegations concluded two days of high level talks with a joint communique urging active creation of regional security systems in Europe and Asia. Leaders Kol and Wezhney emphasized cooperation, reaffirmed Warsaw Pact relevance, and warned against imperialist and militarist efforts to revise World War I outcomes.
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Fine Weather for Tourists in Canberra Weekend
Canberra enjoyed near perfect weather as a long weekend drew tourists, with nearly all beds booked in hotels and motels. The ACT Weather Bureau predicted a high of 65 degrees, up from 62 yesterday, with morning cloud clearing to sun and southeast to northeast winds keeping temperatures below average for the season.
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ACT Accommodation Service
Weather Bureau
Bathurst race report hints at Holden Ford switch
In a mistyped recap, driver Harry Riri recently joined Holden from Ford and aimed to imitate the high speed narrative of Colin Bond at the Bathurst 500 in Mont Panor. Holden models 380 GTS and similar cars feature in the fragmentary description.
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Holden Mowe
Queensland jockey McCarthy eyes unique treble in Metropoli
Australian racing report notes Darby McCarthy, winner of the AIC Dethy and Epsom at Randwick, has a strong chance to complete a rare treble. He is set to ride Rash in the Metropolitan Classic today as heavy betting favorites back him.
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Sailing season opens on Lake Borles Griffin sail past
The 1969 sailing season on Lake Borles Griffin opened Saturday with ten boats taking part in a colorful sail past. Results and a picture are on page %0
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Lake Borles Griffin
Mary Bors
Tennis Act champion Bruce Larkham tops Dinny Pails for Open title
Bruce Larkham defeats former Australian champion Dinny Pails to advance in the National Capital Open, signaling a strong bid in the championship and highlighting Larkham as a rising star in the event.
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ACT
Bruce Larkham
Meng Dinny Pails
Woolgrowers press questions on marketing proposals
A woolgrowers group sends an open letter to Minister for Primary Industry Anthony questioning the government's wool marketing proposals. The letter asks for clarifications on policy impact and implementation timelines, signaling continued industry scrutiny and debate.
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Anthony
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