Postal Workers Union crisis sparks threatened nationwide strike
A tense meeting in Wey GPO led to threats of a Australia-wide postal strike as APWU officials and union leaders clashed over suspensions of 410 workers over alleged disobedience. Sir Giles urged reinstatement and warned of chaos if mail service fails.
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Ryle
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Pelagia wreck survivors aided as ships and planes sweep sea
Rescue efforts under severe weather search for survivors from the American freighter Pelagia after it broke apart at sea. Five men were found in a lifeboat near the scene while officials at a rescue station suspected Northern Duke may have picked up others, though contact was unavailable.
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Tox
Labour Blamed for High Costs in NSW Homes
Sydney report: Deputy Opposition Leader Mr. Askin attributes rising household bills in New South Wales to state government losses and mismanagement. He says many cost pressures were under Government influence and calls for accountability.
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Princess Margaret postpones Egypt leg of East Africa tour
Princess Margaret will skip Egypt on her five week East Africa tour with stops in Mauritius and Zanzibar. The Colonial Office said her aircraft is rerouted via Gibraltar Kano and Entebbe with departure from London Friday for Mombasa Kenya. She plans many ceremonial duties and will plant trees to form a small forest.
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Military Funeral For Lake Tragedy Victims
Bodies of four College cadets recovered after a boating accident on Lake George on July 8 are honored in Canberra. Cadets James Reilly David Fergus Noble Ronald Roy Pritchard and Tan David Colquhoun are listed with home towns including Nundah Brisbane Toowong and Strathmore Victoria. Reilly’s body was found first with others following. Relatives traveled from Canberra for the requiem, colors were paraded and guards of honour formed at the cemetery with an inquest announced for next Thursday.
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Plan Shifts In Canal Users' Association Crisis
Washington reports indicate possible changes to the Canal Users' Association plan as Dulles weighs acceptable amendments. Britain and France push for U N framework while several nations grow uneasy. Russia argues Western actions risk peace near Suez.
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First Sydney TV Programme Type Tele Began in Sydney
Sydney reports begin of television transmissions at night drawing thousands of viewers. Organizers and the station committee prepare for a formal launch as TCH the company moves to expand broadcasting.
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