Crean retires from federal politics after long service
Former Treasurer and Deputy Prime Minister Frank Crean announced he will not seek renomination for Melbourne Ports. He will serve as MP for the remainder of the current Parliament, continuing to support Labor and his electors, while a preselection ballot looms for Hawke.
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Bomb threat targets Australian offices over UN vote
Australian officials in New York received a mail bomb threat linked to the UN General Assembly decolonisation committee vote. Security was tightened at Australian premises including Qantas with guards and surveillance for senior officials. A blast near the Qantas office is believed aimed at a nearby library rather than the airline.
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Refugees on the Way as Patrols Seek Two Boatloads
Naval and air patrols in the Darwin area are directed to locate two Vietnamese refugee boats. The group, cast adrift by Malaysian police, plans landfall today after seeking refuge near Singapore and then Thailand. They had previously received aid from the Red Cross and Indo-China Refugees Association officials in Sydney alerted Canberra.
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Police arrest 471 blacks in New Brighton clash
In Port Elizabeth police arrested 471 black youths after a stone throwing incident that left four officers injured. A church hall rally in New Brighton, attended by about 700 youths, ended with a dispersal order and the use of tear gas. Brigadier P J Hugo reported the meeting was told to disperse.
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Victorian Premier referenced in Melton land inquiry
A witness told the land deals inquiry that the Victorian Premier Hamer and senior minister showed interest in land development at Melton months before the Housing Commission purchased it. The report notes discussions occurred prior to the purchase and frames the inquiry’s findings.
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An OCR snippet mentions lifestyle entertainment and various sections such as People TV Radio Crossword World News Courts and sports. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear events, dates, or entities to form a full news item.
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Victorian power strike prompts dole payment rejection
Cabinet decides late last night not to pay unemployment benefits to workers stood down due to the nine week old La Trobe Valley strike. The move drew opposition from employers and unions while ministers urged continued payments and possible legislative changes next week.
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Strikers Decide Today On Return To Work In Melbourne
Victoria’s 2300 La Trobe Valley maintenance workers face a vote today on resuming work after a Full Bench of the Arbitration Commission agreed to hear their $40 wage claim under wage indexation rules. The decision hinges on today’s worker vote, with leaders optimistic but cautious. The ACTU president urged a smooth resolution, while moves to deregister unions proceed if the men stay out. Premier Hammer said actions would halt if workers return.
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Petroleum plume cited as ongoing hazard after cinema blast
Coroner's inquiry heard geologist Gerald Jacobson describe a southward moving hydrocarbon plume beneath Canberra's center, extending under several buildings and the Garema Place area. Disturbance from the February explosion at Center Cinema killed plumber Colin Mills. authorities planned a bore to halt flow once a site is found, with no immediate danger but potential risk if fumes rise.
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ACT TAB Melbourne Cup sweep halted by minister
The Capital Territory minister scrapped the TAB led sweep pool saying it was illegal outside board powers. John Matthews of ACT TAB said $689 has been renewed in investments since sales began, with refunds to all ticket-holders. About 700 tickets sold. planned minimum winner payout of $10,000.
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