50 Queanbeyan Graves Lost in Flood
Inspector Percy Hale says three bodies recovered from the Queanbeyan River after flooding submerged the Riverside Cemetery in Erin Street. Up to 50 graves destroyed. remains may be buried beneath sediment. Police and Civil Defence patrol flood areas. 16 mm of rain fell. weather alert issued.
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Rowling Seen as Likely New Zealand PM
Wellington reports indicate speculation that New Zealand may soon appoint Finance Minister Bill Wallace Rowling as prime minister following the death of Norman Sirk. Observers note Watt was briefly considered, but Rowling’s finance role positions him as front runner amid shifting political talks.
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New Zealand
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Hugh Watt
Fajest Irby
Opinan
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Late News Huncher Holds Pilot In Boston Airport Standoff
An Eastern Airlines pilot was threatened by an unidentified man at a Massachusetts airport today demanding ransom. The incident ended without listed injuries as authorities secured the jet and prepared for disembarkation of passengers. Meanwhile, political figures and ministers in New Zealand faced ongoing economic strain amid cabinet reshuffles and ongoing public interest in governance ahead of elections.
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Wostow
Maesichusetts
Levy on ships was minister's idea
Sydney reports claims by Seamen's Union that Federal Transport Minister Jones proposed a levy on foreign ships operating on the Australian coast to ensure Australian wages are paid under permit conditions. Union official Elliott says questions over who funds the effort and past payments to the fund have sparked controversy, with calls for a Royal Commission into maritime union activities.
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Byfiow
Australia
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Eflion
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Austalhia
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Minke
Prime Minister Whillim to visit Indonesia in landmark trip
The Prime Minister Mr Whillim departs Canberra on a three day visit to Indonesia, his second trip since Labor took power. He hopes to strengthen regional security and economic ties with President Suharto, while meetings also address Papua New Guinea’s path to independence and regional cooperation in the Asia Pacific.
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Sinc Labor
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Whitlam
Indonesia
Australia
Panta
Borrowing powers for wheat board
Legislation to empower the Australian Wheat Board to borrow money commercially to cover interruptions or delays to receipts from wheat sales was planned. The government aims to enable early payments to growers against deliveries for the 1973-74 season and to expand the Wheat Stabilisation Scheme with new borrowing powers. The move follows a rejected proposal for a second August payment and hinges on anticipated credit from sales receipts and shipment delays.
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Rise to Hit Canned Goods Prices in Australia
Melbourne reports the Prices Justification Tribunal approved a 9 percent price rise for J. Gadsden Pty Ltd after the firm sought a 49.53 percent increase. The decision covers canned foods beer soft drinks and paint amid rising raw material costs and wage pressures. The tribunal noted cost absorption strategies and warned profits would fall unless prices rose to near the requested level.
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Roadwork Widens Narrow Section Near Koscinsko Chalet
A narrow stretch between Charlotte's Pass near the Koscinsko Chalet and Roveson Pass will be widened. Road construction on Koscinsko Road is expected to begin under project T9732 and 75-767.
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Roveson Pass
Restraints Backed as Britain Weighs Election Policy
Restraints endorsed by Britain's Trades Union Congress amid pressure on Labour Government for an early general election. The Amalgamated Engineering Workers union urged caution against sweeping wage curbs while calling for unity. Spokesmen emphasized reservations about aggressive wage restraint and the risk of undermining industrial relations. Page 5 report notes mixed reactions within unions to the proposed policy.
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Times Apprentice of the Year Award Given in Canberra
Francis Longhurst, 21, a photo journalist with The Canberra Times, was named ACT Apprentice of the Year by Sir Albert Sonatinus of Australia Ltd. The prize included a week away with airfares and $100. Longhurst, with five years at The Canberra Times, expressed surprise at the selection.
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Canberra Times
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Haig considered for NATO post
General Alexander Haig, White House staff chief, is expected to be named Supreme Commander of NATO and US forces by President Ford. Administration officials say Haig would be recalled to active duty as a four star Army general, a role similar to past chiefs, with options under review and a likely focus on the NATO post.
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Art prize awarded in city competition
A local art competition judged in Sve ney yesterday drew twenty entries. Mr. Jarvis’s canvas was purchased for 300 dollars by Tooheya Lid, marking a notable sale in the event.
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Nations agree to textiles restraint
Australia and South Korea, among others, agreed to voluntary textile restraints under GATT to curb exports of imported garments. The plan aims to stabilize prices and reduce surges in items like sweaters and blouses, with action to take effect for sections including knitwear and woven garments.
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ANU sit-in offer prompts student actions nationwide
Students have made offers and conditions surrounding an ANU sit-in as coverage spans government salaries and university expediency. The report notes broader debates in Korea and the Middle East, with labor issues and aviation pay in Australia. The piece places the ANU sit-in within a wider political and social context, including mentions of ACT Labor candidates and football and entertainment sections near the back.
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