Twelve Britons Injured In Indonesian Protest
AAP Reuters report from Kuala Lumpur notes Malaysia's Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman announced a state of defence preparedness after diplomatic breaks with Indonesia and the Philippines. He warned of possible mobilisation as Singapore Sabah and Sarawak remain small, with forces expanding to about 150,000 including reserves.
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Rioters Destroy British Embassy in Djakarta
A crowd estimated at 10 000 to 15 000 Indonesian youths sacked and burned the British Embassy in Djakarta. At least 12 Britons were injured as embassy staff were evacuated by jeep. The Foreign Office in London condemned the act and called for an end to the uncivilised behaviour.
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Malaysia Crisis Escalates As Riots Grip Jakarta
Malaysia declares defence preparedness as Indonesia denounces Kuala Lumpur, diplomats expelled, and rioting erupts in Djakarta. Crowds torch British embassy offices while Labour unions seize three British commercial firms and Shell Indonesia facilities.
Government Shirked On Hanging Nicholls Case
In Parliament Mr James said the government shirked its duty by not carrying out the death sentence on Daniel Norris Nicholls, arguing it would prevent executions for others. Nicholls, a Mulwala House cook in Canberra, was convicted of murdering Beverly Taving Keys and initially sentenced to death before a retrial commuted the penalty.
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Sheep Shearing Season Opens at Callum Brae
The district shearers begin clipping the wool harvest with contractors starting at Callum Brae. Mr M Rowlands of Narrabundah prepares to take belly wool from a seemingly willing customer.
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Warrant Issued In Flats Priority Case
Desmond Bird of Zante Street Maryborough stood in Court of Petty Sessions when named. He and Emmanuel Makaratzis a City restaurant owner faced charges from October 25 1962 to May 24 1963 over seeking money for favours linked to allocating Commonwealth residential flats in the ACT and later to ignoring a lawful order on priority of applications. Makaratzis was remanded to September 30 with bail set at £100 with two £50 sureties. Continued on Page 10.
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Decimal Dollar Chosen for Australia’s New Currency Name
The Australian government declares "dollar" and "cents" will be the official names in the decimal currency system, dropping "Royal" for the major unit and discarding "crown" and "florin." Change-over targeted for February 1966 with coin designs planned for 1 to 50 cent denominations. Opposition Leader Calwell praises the PM’s decision and asks for inflation safeguards.
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Advisory figures debate new name causing confusion
The A.C.T. Advisory Council chairman W. S. Byrne warned yesterday that the proposed new name could confuse foreign currencies. Canberra Chamber of Commerce president R. P. Greenish praised the Treasurer’s quick decision as helpful for business planning and industrial equipment procedures.
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Canberra Chamber of Commerce
R. P. Greenish
Three Die and One Injured in Goft Plunge at Morisset
Newcastle workers die when a cross-arm on a 132000 to 330000 volt transmission link collapses on a tower near Morisset. One man dies at the scene, two others later at Royal Newcastle Hospital. Michael Ghilardi, 24, survives with multiple injuries after a 24 hour transport delay.
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Policy On Variation Of Leases Stated By Canberra Official
The National Capital Commission approved redevelopment of parts of Northbourne Avenue in Braddon from residential to business use. Sections 18 and 19 between Cooyong Street and Haig Park will lead to new commercial buildings two stories high, replacing residences as leases permit variations. Re-appraisal of unimproved land value will curb speculative profits, with rental standards based on new valuation payable immediately.
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Canberra
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Gunmen Seize £2017 In Croydon Bank Robbery
Two armed men in Croydon robbed a bank, forced seven hostages to watch as £2017 was stuffed into a satchel, and escaped in a stolen car. The culprits also took the bank's .38 revolver and left about £13,000 still in safes. One robber threatened with a revolver and declared the heist a fair dinkum slick up.
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