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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 13, 1972

Page

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Liberal split widens in South Australia amid party divisions

South Australia faces a widening Liberal split as the Liberal Movement and Liberal and Country League factions clash. Leaders like Mr Hall and Mr Howe urge party unity while advocating reform measures and potential constitutional changes. Debates focus on federation timing and the party’s stance ahead of the federal election, with parliamentary members signaling possible disciplinary actions and realignment.

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Canberra subscriber overcharged $475 on phone bill

In Parliament yesterday PMG officials admitted an error led to overcharging a Narrabundah resident. Peter Kelly's account showed 559.46 in metered calls when he should have paid 84.46, covering 1778 local calls. The department said a credit will be issued.

Canberra Parliament House Senate Ats Meatake Peter Kelly Narrabundah Kelly PMG Estill

U S Says It Bombed Miles From Legation

U S officials said US Navy planes fired near the French legation in Hanoi amid reports of bombing near key targets. The Pentagon indicated the attack line remained uncertain with claims of off target strikes and admissions of responsibility for damage to French and other buildings. Five killed in a French building as Hanoi reported injuries to Pierre Susini. President and Defense Secretary statements affirmed continued bombing of North Vietnam despite the tension and casualties.

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Bulk Buyers to Make Takeover Bid for All Shares

Bulk Buyers Ltd plans a take over offer for all shares of Hoffnung and Co Int. It already owns a 40 percent stake and seeks to acquire 60 percent more of the ordinary and preference stock in District Providers, which runs building supplies and hardware stores in Fenwick Jamison and Phillip. The plan, endorsed by directors, aims to consolidate control of the company amid a strong recent recovery.

Bulk Buyers Ltd Sules Hoffnung and Co Int Hay Fenwick Jamison and Phillip Nosemack

Vestey offers land in NT for Aboriginal settlement

The offer by Lord Vestey of about 35 square miles in the Wave Hill area, Northern Territory, will be leased to Aboriginal communities. Prime Minister McMahon said the land supports a welfare centre and pastoral use, with War Creek and Wave Hill to receive water supply improvements and government assistance for leasing and finance. The proposal aims to establish community living areas and enhance cattle mustering projects under Aboriginal control.

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Release of land eyed in Territory pastoral development

The Prime Minister said he was pleased that many pastoralists in the Northern Territory had agreed in principle to release of land for development and to fix infrastructure for Aboriginal communities. Pastoral leases responded to government acceptance of the Gibb Committee recommendations to improve Aboriginal communal conditions. further discussions will occur at a Northern Territory Pastoral Leases Association meeting in Katherine next month.

Northern Territory Katherine

Seabed sovereignty debate in Liberal party split widens

The Liberal party faction seeks to avoid tactics to block Mr Gorton as he pushes the seabed bill in parliament. A recent Australia Indonesia seabed boundary accord is cited as unexpected support, asserting Commonwealth rights over seabed areas and resources within the agreed limits.

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Australia and Japan seek broader agricultural trade ties

Australia and Japan discussed expanding Australian agricultural exports to Japan on a basis of gradual growth, with wheat cheese butter and eel flagged as likely increases. Officials noted no near term major impact on overall trade from China relations, while seeking better access for primary products and balanced coking of resources. The meeting opened by Prime Minister McMahon emphasized the importance of the Australia Japan relationship and ongoing talks on economic and energy issues.

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Somare welcomes drought relief

Prime Minister Somare welcomed drought relief aid announced for affected regions. Government officials confirmed quick distribution plans and emphasized targeted support to farmers and communities facing water shortages amid the ongoing dry season.

World Premier of Barry Me Kenvie Film

Full house at Cemer Cinema for the world premiere of The World Of Barry Me Kenvie. Attendees included Barry Humphries' cartoon character with McKenzie hats, Minister for the Environment, Aborigines and the Ari, Mr Howson, and others. Film funders faced reservations but remained confident the money would come in.

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PM McMahon Concedes on Jetail Papers Tabled

The Prime Minister Mr McMahon partly conceded to Opposition demands to table more Jetail affair papers. He agreed to present Civil Aviation documents about a DC3 purchase and to release files from the Auditor General and Foreign Affairs to the Opposition Leader. The move follows Mr Whitlam's push in the House of Representatives for full disclosure amid secrecy concerns and election timing.

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Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded to Gerald Edelman

Stockholm announcers named Dr Gerald Maurice Edelman of the United States as the 1972 Nobel laureate in medicine with co recipient Dr A Porter listed among awardees. The ceremony and formal recognition followed in Stockholm.

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