Doctors' fees to rise by over 15 per cent
An inquiry for the Australian Government recommends a 15.6 percent fee increase for medical benefits from January 1. Senator Wheeldon said the government accepted the recommendation. The ACT Medical Association welcomed the rise, noting most doctors there already charge the standard fee.
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AMA
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Assembly Eyes Compromise Amid Supply Blockade
The ACT Legislative Assembly last night urged Prime Minister Whitlam to negotiate with Opposition Leader Traser to end the stalemate blocking Supply.
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ACT Legislative Assembly
Whitlam
Me Traser
National rehabilitation and compensation plan revealed
The Minister for Social Security and Repatriation Senator Wheeldon announced a revised scheme to create a national rehabilitation and compensation system in Australia. The plan, costing about 535 million dollars yearly, would replace current workers' compensation and related schemes with 24 hour coverage, funded by petrol excise and motorist levies, pending High Court challenges.
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Fedral
Wheelon
Labor
Senate
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Snake Attack Fatal for Nine Year Old Boy Near Melbourne
A boy, nine, was killed after a snake bite near his home in Melbourne. Police say the incident occurred about a kilometre from the residence as the child was approached by the reptile. The death follows weeks of rising concern over venomous snakes in the area and the warning to families to exercise caution.
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Melbourne
Independent to seek Northern Territory Senate seat
An ABC News report yesterday announced that a candidate would stand as an Independent for one of the Northern Territory’s two Senate seats at the next election, per the department. The report notes the seat seeking and the political context in Darwin.
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Darwin
Northern Territory
ABC News
Long Service Leave Ordinance Delayed in ACT
ARUCE WRIGHT reports delays in introducing the Long Service Leave Ordinance for ACT public servants. The draft, backed by Mr Bryant, would grant three months of service for 20 years continuous work. Government spokesmen cite policy delays and a possible consultative pause ordered by Mr Whitlam.
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Whitlam
Ahamoneeman
Maces
Avant
Deni Ny
Witlam
Bryant
Walsh
Opposition unsure one senate call over Khemlani documents
The Australian Opposition divided over calling Tirath Khemlani before the Senate regarding documents he produced. They fear a backfire misreading linking Prime Minister Whitlam to overseas deals, while some insist on full disclosure and a prepared statement. Khemlani won a seven day stay in Australia to present evidence.
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Senate
Khemlani
Australia
Whitlam
Withers
Adelide
G. Kridis
ABC
John Sicardy
Labor and Immigration
McClelland
Melbourne Hilton
Annett Arline
Healesville
Flemington
Hilton
Ansett
Indonesia's Role in East Timor Sparks Tension
A reported investigation cites Indonesian forces as deeply involved in fighting in East Timor and alleges anti-Fretilin groups were receiving arms from Indonesia. The discourse risks straining relations with Jakarta as officials debate policy.
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Indonesia
Timor
East Timor
Cam
Yeverday
Garage site sale eyed at three thousand dollars yearly
A gar age site service station plan shows a stated annual figure of 3000 dollars above reserve. a widow linked to a murder case involving painters and a dock from shipping agents was referenced in a royal commission hearing reported on page 13. lifestyle notes appear on page 7.
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Alteim
Royal ‘Commission
KhemIani documents spark Senate tug of war on Whitlam links
Opposition members review KhemIani papers claiming they back Mr Khemlani’s charges while Senator Withers downplays the 20 May date. Fraser aides meet to discuss latest developments as Howard and Elliott sift through documents in Canberra and Whitlam challenges the Opposition to summon Khemlani to the Senate.
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Connor
Withers
Whitlam
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Sena
Fraser
Lynch
Aid
Mc "Howard
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Ellicott
Khemlani
Howard
Bening Joverary Singenero
Amite
Shiek Te King
Withis
Khonani
Senate
Tam
Parliament's long week confuses budget talks and delays
A fifth sitting week in parliament produced confusion over the budget and overseas funds. Opposition critics pressed ministers in Question Time while both Hayden and Jam sought confidences regarding the Budget. Senate friction persisted as Wood failed to vote, delaying a Message transmission and prolonging debate about the economic restraint needed to protect the nation.
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Khemlani
Hayden
Treasury
ACTU
Hawke
Wood
Lil
Qld
Howes
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