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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 30, 1971

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Daylight Saving Time Begins With Clocks Jump Ahead

Canberra Sydney and state announcements urge residents to move clocks forward one hour tonight at 2am. Workers on late shifts will lose an hour of sleep, while some public services adjust schedules and weighbridges alter hours through the daylight saving transition.

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China to Take UN Seat Soon Says Beijing Cable

Beijing notified the United Nations that the government of the Republic of China will send a delegation to attend the 25th session of the General Assembly in the near future. The name list will be sent later and the intent is to claim the seat deemed theirs by last Monday’s vote.

New York China Associated Press Chi Peng Perle Repub Chin My Chi General Assembly Eleanor Peking Chi Merenple General Assembly of the United Nations Yen Sum

Chairman appointed at Australian Wheat Board

The Australian Wheat Board named J. P. Cam as new chairman, announced by the Minister for Primary Industry Sinclair in Canberra yesterday. Cam will take the chair on December 12, succeeding Dr A. R. Callaghan, who retires after a year.

Australian Wheat Board J. P Cam Sinclair Canberra Cass A. R. Callaghan

Life term for wife killer in Cobar case

A 1st Supreme Court jury found Patrick Wayne Humphries, 24, guilty of murdering his wife Mix Lorraine Marophies, 22, at Cobar on March 24. He was sentenced to life imprisonment after the Crown alleged he used gelignite and wiring to ignite the blast. The judge called the verdict and sentence mandatory.

Sydney Supreme Court Cobar Marc Justice Lintery Patrick Wayne Humphries Mix Lorraine Marophiies Justice Slassery

Reward Offered in Rowland Disappearance Case

A $2,000 reward was approved by the Minister for the Interior for information about the disappearance of Miss Keren Ellen Rowland of Downer. Detective Inspector J Kennedy announced the offer, to be paid at the discretion of the Commissioner of Police. Remains found May 18 near a pine plantation and Air Disasters Memorial. The reward remains valid until October 25, 1977. Any information may be confidential and provided to Canberra Police Headquarters or any police station.

Keren Ellen Rowland Downer Interior Hunt Canberra J._ Kennedy ACT Cib Rowland Parkes Way Pialliga Avenue Paichwicn Kennedy Olahi Soma

Melbourne schoolboy shot dead in street

Giovan Scherlich a 13 year old Melbourne student was shot in the chest while riding a bicycle in Airport West. He collapsed on the footpath as two teenagers helped him to his feet and along the road before a car was hailed. he died before an ambulance could reach him.

Giovan Scherlich Melbourne Airport West Fiat

Australia to discuss trade terms with Britain and Europe

Australia plans early talks on a future United Kingdom Australia trade agreement to determine Britain entry terms for Australian markets. Minister Anthony said Britain's move to join the European Community is momentous and will reshape global trade, with Australia needing to secure favorable terms and safeguard its exports while expanding opportunities with Europe.

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UK backs joining the Common Market in Commons vote

Britain wins strong Commons support for joining the European Economic Community after a 356 to 244 vote. Prime Minister Heath secures a large mandate amid Labour rebels and Conservative support, signaling a turning point in Britain's national course toward Europe.

House of Commons Labour Wrnt Heath Britain Me Heath No. 10 Downing Street

Labour split as MPs back Europe entry plan

Sixty nine Labour members defied their party to favor the motion on joining the European Community while 29 Conservatives opposed. The Cabinet backed terms for Britain’s entry amid warnings from Labour critics. Prime Minister Heath argued the move offered a future of growth, while Mr Wilson urged caution, saying the decision marks a new era for Britain in Europe. Parliament faces ongoing debates, potential Saturday sittings, and extended scrutiny as the government pursues ratification and balancing payments considerations.

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Australia to probe real estate syndicate investments

Hobart reports an Australia wide inquiry into public investment in syndicates, focusing on real estate schemes. The inquiry, approved by federal and state attorneys general, will study syndicates, other schemes, and fund arrangements, with terms of reference to be set by a committee including the attorney general and cabinet members.

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Control drug use by pensioners rejected by Tasmanian party

The Liberal government of Tasmania deflected a demand from the Centre Party Deputy Premier Me Lyme to curb pensioner drug use. Arthur Boyd has accepted a minor role in Canberra but will consider options with Max Prink. Pree 13.

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