28 Oct 1975
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1975
Page
1
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Defence minister disclosed a decision to limit army expansion this year to free funds for equipment. A budget around 500 million was earmarked, with funds redirected to upgrade equipment and select aircraft types from a dozen candidates. Morrison noted careful, criteria driven choice guided by strategic needs and the upcoming budget.
Sardinia coral fisherman reports finding a sunken submarine between Sardinia and Corsica. Allied intelligence suggests it could be the Rommel era submarine carrying about 35 million Australian dollars in booty for the Afrika Korps.
Government signals it will not oppose Opposition efforts to summon Tirath Khemlani to explain his role in the loan arrangements. Senator Wriedt notes the onus is on the Opposition to grant the hearing, while critics recall the failed Karidis appearance and warn of a potential misstep by the opposition. A solicitor’s letter argues no judicial inquiry exists, making a Senate appearance the only path.
Two armed men robbed the Fisher Mini-Market and escaped with about 81,700. Sergeant Jon Franklin of the ACT Police said the incident occurred around 9 30 p m.
Dr Everingham warned the government is moving to legalise marijuana by stealth in the ACT. He said welfare concerns, machinery and penalties are being eased, opposing the approach as misguided and insufficiently criminal.
New Delhi reports an underground nuclear explosion in China with an estimated yield near 20 kilotons. AFP quoted the Atomic Research Centre confirming the event and its suspected location.
Madrid reports General Franco rallied today from a new setback in his fight for survival though doctors said he remained in grave condition. A medical bulletin at dawn noted he had almost totally recovered from the latest reversal, six hours after a stomach haemorrhage and heartbeat irregularities left the 82 year old leader in critical condition. He spent the night resting quietly according to doctors.
Taken by back streets Mr Khemlani was met at Canberra airport by two of Mr Lynch's staff press secretary Brian Buckley and private secretary Andrew Hay. He was ushered to an airport lounge then driven through Fyshwick corridors to avoid reporters. A conference at Hotel Wellington followed with solicitor Joba Licardy. Khemlani sought opposition advice on clearing his name and discussed a potential suit for a commission. He later decided not to pursue legal action, hoping instead to restore his name with international bankers and lenders.
Disorganized report outlines Khemmani’s push for a statutory declaration or Senate appearance as government scrutiny grows. Spokesmen say telexes and documents are analyzed while opposition and ministers trade positions on potential electoral timing and ongoing negotiations.
A Fretilin member recalls the Balibo killings amid East Timor fighting. He says the five Australian TV men were likely machinegunned, their bodies later burned. Channel 9 and Channel 7 teams, led by Tony Cunningham, Greg Shackleton, Len Batto, and others, visited Balibo amid Indonesian troop activity as the struggle intensified.
Report notes spending cuts impact the ACT Legislative Assembly meeting with representatives absent and no drinks for Members in the President's office. The page also mentions childcare allowance discussion and a range of other items including floods, bombings, rugby league results, and golf news.
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