30 Oct 1975
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 30, 1975
Page
1
Warders at Maitland Jail used teargas to quell a nine hour riot by about 100 prisoners. The incident followed a jail inspection by NSW Police Minister Waddy and involved fires and damage estimated at 100000. Prisoners demanded grievances addressed including parole conditions and food.
Egyptian President Sadat told the United Nations that if the Middle East dispute remains unresolved by peaceful means Egypt would have no alternative but to liberate its occupied territory, signaling a potential escalation in regional tensions.
Australian policy on East Timor is being reviewed after Fretilin seized control of most of the Portuguese territory. Senator Willesee outlined talks between warring Timorese factions and Portugal, with Australia considering offers of good offices. Government wary of any stand that could strain ties with Indonesia. Continued on page 5.
New Zealand stayer Turfcutter drifted from favouritism as he finished 10th in the 2100 metre Werribee Cup at Melbourne. The gelding, once a top Cup contender, started around 6 1 2 to 1 but never threatened, with Think Big noted as a stable backed second favourite at 11/2 behind Fury's Order. Suleiman remained third in the betting.
Canberra retail activity nearly halts amid the ACT parliamentary dispute with Allan Fraser warning both sides may not yield and the city facing a funding drought. A Fyshwick plastics firm reports orders down by 7500 dollars as government work dries up, highlighting sector fears and cash hoarding.
Prime Minister Whitlam told a Curtin Memorial lecture that the constitutional deadlock will be resolved soon in favour of the Government and the House of Representatives. He linked the issue to a Gallup poll showing a Labour swing and criticised Opposition morale while noting past Curtin precedent and the House’s right to govern.
In Canberra Mr Whitlam laments political distortions that hamper national action and warn that Canberra's isolation and pressure jeopardize normal administration. He urges acknowledgment of mistakes and calls attention to disruptions in public service amid the budget debate and political turmoil.
The Opposition in the Senate prepared a move to establish a Senate Select Committee to investigate the governments loan raising activities as the Khemlani case looms. Senator Withers warned the motion may be merely holding, while Khemlani readies a comprehensive statement on his role. Opposition figures fear the Budget blocking decision could affect the community for months.
Defence and Aviation Correspondent reports Dr Millar criticizing the cadet program. He notes widespread support for retaining cadets among students and in schools, arguing the training benefits many would not otherwise receive. The government set a ceiling at 40,000 and rules limit cadet eligibility, with claims that wealthier schools unfairly dominate.
The Australia Police Bill to be introduced in Parliament promises complete autonomy for the ACT and the city commissioners. Police officer John Oldroyd told a protest meeting there is no argument in his report to justify amalgamation. Senator Cavanagh, minister of Police and Customs, met with federation officers who agreed to amendments to the bill.
A Canberra ACT news page outlines possible amendments to the Long Services Leave Ordinance, mentions 100000 American volunteers for border protection, and cites a Canberra building certificate issue with possible license cancellation. Also notes cyclone emergency in Darwin and a TV viewing survey for high school students.
Spain's Head of State General Franco aged 82 improved after overnight treatment for internal stomach bleeding but remained gravely ill, a medical bulletin said today.
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