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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 18, 1972

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Extradition call on hijackers in Sweden Spain row

In Madrid nine Croatian hijackers who freed 77 passengers on a Scandinavian Airlines jet faced possible extradition after surrendering to police. Sweden demanded their return to face charges, while Madrid weighed whether to prosecute or release them. No treaty exists, but sources said return is possible if judges decide. The hijackers sought ransom and the plane later flown to Copenhagen with a replacement crew.

Madrid Palme Pyecomment Yugoslavia Sweden Spai Spain Arport Europa Agence Copenhagen SAS Malmoe

Yugoslav envoy to protest over Sydney bombings

Yugoslav Ambassador in Canberra Uros Vidovic said he would present a protest note to Foreign Affairs Minister Bowen after two Sydney travel agencies were bombed. Sixteen injured, three in serious condition. one leg amputated. Vidovic blamed Ustasha terrorists in Australia and urged a deeper police inquiry. He noted increased embassy guard and said Australia had long faced Ustasha activity. The foreign affairs department said it alerted the Canberra embassy and the NSW police were handling the case. Migration officers abroad were ordered to reject asylum claims from those linked to terrorism.

Canberra Uros Vidovic Bowen Sydney Hos Pilal Australia Vidovic Department of Foreign Affairs Nsw Department of Immigration Ustasha

Late News Report on Forces Entering Lebanon Retaliation

Unclear excerpt summarizes actions of forces entering Lebanon and their retaliation within hours. The readable lines reference a retort after approximately 36 hours and mention an earlier report. Entities are damaged and names unclear.

Chairlift victim identified in Thredbo incident

Cooma Police said Dr John Gordon Harbour Barbour 49 of Vaucluse Sydney died while being transported to Thredbo Village after being found semi conscious on the Merritts Spur chairlift ground about 4.36 pm on Saturday. It remained unclear if he fell or attempted to jump from the chair which was below the snowline.

Roman Merritts Spur Thredbo Village Cooma John Gordon Harbour Vaucluse Sidney Dr Barbour

Eastlake wins Canberra premiership over Ainslie at Manuka Oval

Eastlake claim the Canberra Australian rules premiership for the first time since 1966, defeating Ainslie 26.19 (175) to 9.8 (62) before about 5,000 at Manuka Oval. Ainslie also wins the second premiership with a 16.11 (113) to 9.7 (61) comeback at the same venue, as Carlton and Richmond set up a VFL replay after a drawn semi-final. Croket Ground hosts Goulburn Workers versus Canberra Tigers in Group 8&8 rugby league prelim. Manly-Warringah win their first Sydney premiership by beating Eastern Suburbs 19-14. Croatia Deakin wins Federation Cup soccer 1-0 over Juventus at Canberra Showground. Amoco Cup second division completed.

Ainslie Manuka Oval Manuka Carlton Richmond Melbourne Vfl Park St Kilda Croket Goulburn Workers Canberra Tigers Seiffert Oval Manly-Warringah Eastern Suburbs Croatia Deakin Juventus Canberra

Embassy patrols after threat over Croatian attackers

ACT Police patrolled the Spanish Embassy after a threat alleging harm if the Kine Croatians abducted in a hijacked Swedish plane were handed over. A man claiming ties to a Croatian group supporting the Ustasha movement made the call to The Canberra Times. Police found a petrol bottle outside the Australian Croatian Club in Turner after a report of an attempted ignition.

ACT Spain Sweden Ustasha Movement Canberra Times Turner

Bridge collapse kills many at Naga water festival

In Manila reported by AAP Reuters, a wooden bridge collapsed during a river festival in Naga City. More than 145 people died with 59 officially confirmed, as rescuers sought bodies amid debris from the 40 year old structure. hundreds were hospitalized after the disaster of the religious procession.

Manila Naga National Disaster Control Centre

Ugandan war reports erupt as Tanzania denies invasion

Reports from Mbarara 160 miles west of Kampala describe heavy fighting amid conflicting claims. Tanzania denies invading Uganda and says fighting is between Amin's army and Ugandan populace, while Uganda accuses Tanzania of a 1000-troop incursion at Mutukula and in border areas. No confirmation from Tanzania on troop presence.

Kampala Uganda Mbarara Associated Press Tanzania Amin Tanzanian Information Ministry 5. M. Sarakikya Bukoba Mutukula United Nations Creneral Waldherman Agence France Iroopa Wiganda Britain London Briain

Powerful cars deemed essentially safe by expert drivers

Melbourne Sunday report quotes Minister for Shipping and Transport Mr Nixon saying high performance cars are essentially safe when driven by experienced motorists. He notes drivers over 34 have fewer accidents, while under 25 show the worst records. The government plans a design rule to align speed, steering, braking, suspension and tyres with performance standards.

Confederation of Australian Motor Sport Amber Well Noxon Sand Oarhelinis

Tension Mounts as Israeli Offensives Hit Lebanon Border

Reports say Israeli armored forces pushed deep into Lebanon in a three pronged attack with tanks infantry and air support. They bombed guerrilla bases destroyed bridges and caused dozens of casualties on both sides. Lebanon's army issued ultimatums and protests to the U N for action while Egypt condemned the strike and warned the U S.

Tel Aviv Lebanon Syria

States seek a test ban across nations and events

States urge the federal government to use international law to block further French nuclear tests in the Pacific. Reports mention Hawke backing ABC coverage and a GAM event in Melbourne. Other notes cover Belfast clashes, South Vietnamese actions, Ustasha movement denial, and Everton’s defeat.

Pacific

Canberra Forecast Sees Warm Trend with 18 Degree High

The outlook for Canberra is largely fine with a maximum near 18C today. Temperatures are expected to rise over the coming days, bringing progressively warmer conditions and bright spells ahead.

Canberra

GMH Exports Rise. Overseas Sales Hit New High

GM-H reports a 47 percent rise in exports in the first six months of this year versus 1971. Overseas sales reached 34,619,793 dollars for the period, with a record 7,039,614 dollars in August outweighing 6,223,105 dollars the prior best month. Managing director A G Gibbs cites rising overseas demand and expanded temporary assembly in Indonesia, Korea and Thailand.

Sydney General Motors-Holden Gm-H A. G. Gibbs GM - H

False ASIO reports cited by Labor MP

Federal MP Clyde Cameron accused the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation of publishing false reports that deprived respectable, law abiding citizens of work. He urged an administrative court of appeals to oversee ASIO, require reasons for employment refusals, and mandate duty to notify individuals of any adverse reflections affecting promotion prospects. He warned democracy relies on restraint of security agencies.

Australian Security Intelligence Organisation ASIO Canberra Cameron

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