UN Expels Taiwan as China Seat Is Granted
The United Nations admitted the People's Republic of China and expelled the Republic of China after a 76 to 35 vote with 17 abstentions. Taiwan's delegation walked out. the decision ends 22 years of debate over Chinese representation. Australia and Japan welcomed Peking. the United States called it a diplomatic defeat.
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Coloured South African rugby team to tour England
London. A coloured South African rugby union side named The Proteas will tour England in December, under the South African Rugby Football Federation. The six-match tour runs December 15 to January 2, opening against Hertfordshire at Croxley Green, with a 28-man squad drawn from about 7,000 players. The tour, approved by the white South African Rugby Board, marks possibly the first for a coloured side.
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Increase in crime in New South Wales 1970 report
NSW Police Commissioner Allan presented the 1970 annual report to the Legislative Assembly showing a 20.59 percent rise in serious crimes reported. 46,780 crimes were cleared, representing 45.23 percent. The largest category was breaking and entering, and sixty of six murders were solved.
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World reaction unfolds as China expels diplomat amid vote
Fragmentary late news notes describe a tense international moment with unconfirmed details about China and a high level expulsion. The brief mentions a world body and a leading figure, and hints at broader reactions.
National Gallery appoints James Mollison first director
James Mollison named first director of the Australian National Gallery in Canberra. Prime Minister McMahon announced the appointment in the House of Representatives after a long selection process that followed a rejected interim recommendation. Mollison, 40, has served in multiple museum roles in Victoria and will be supported by consultant James Sweeney to guide the project.
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ACT and Victoria to raise solicitor costs in courts
Victorian Supreme Court plans to lift solicitor costs by about 50 percent with potential 70 percent rises for admissions. ACT courts may match or surpass these increases as Victoria’s changes, the first in nine years, approach next month. ACT Law Society declines comment while the Attorney General’s Department weighs ordinance changes. Current ACT Supreme Court costs include daily caps up to 60 dollars for attendance and 2 to 6 dollars for document copies and witness examination fees.
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Gorton and McMahon Clash Over Film School Costs
The former Prime Minister and Mr McMahon clashed over figures on a national film and television training school. Gorton disputed Howson figures on cost and student output, while McMahon defended government estimates and noted a 60 acre site vs eight acre option. The debate centered on land cost and project viability with a revised outlook due next year.
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United Nations votes to admit Peking expel Taiwan
The assembly rejected delaying tactics and voted to admit Peking while expelling Taiwan by simple majority. UK welcomed the outcome as reality, while US and allies faced opposition from Britain and others amid calls for PRC representation. Nationalist China refused further deliberations.
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Taman
George Hush
UN admits China amid global reaction
World powers react after the United Nations votes to admit the People's Republic of China and expel Taiwan. US officials condemn the move as infamy, while Taiwan denounces it as transforming the UN into a Maoist front. Japan ponders leadership changes. Belgium and China announce formal diplomatic ties within three months. Australia expresses cautious support for normalising relations with Beijing and maintaining dialogue.
Winds Run Through Jindabyne and Tamworth Damage Hits Homes
Winds up to 60 mph damaged houses and buildings in Jindabyne and caused blackouts up to five hours as power lines fell. The Jindabyne fitness camp and Memorial Hall roof suffered extensive damage with losses estimated at 6000 to 10000 dollars. In Tamworth hail shattered gardens and unroofed over 30 homes, with trees felled and wind gusts over 45 knots. A cold change followed, dropping regional highs and extending gusty conditions for days.
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Losses Reported By Post Office And Economy Notes
The Australian Post Office reports a 1.6 million dollar loss for the financial year. Britain’s Common Market talks are shaping views that Commonwealth developing countries could reap gains from UK EC membership. Shelling and clashes on the Pakistan border cost many lives in a brief flare up. Internees riot at a Bellmet detention camp in Northern Ireland. Motorists seek stronger protections against certain selling methods and insurer practices. Victorian jockey Roy Higgins to ride New Zealand galloper Skint Dip in the Melbourne Cup next Tuesday. Australian Consolidated Industries and Pilkington Brothers form a new float glass company in Australia.
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