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Newspaper

Longreach Leader

Location

Longreach, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 01, 1954

Page

7

Restive Government MPs debate National Service Training

In Parliament defence policy dominates debates as Sir Phillip McBride faces backbench criticism over National Service Training. Ex-service members press against changes while Labour aligns with defence equipment emphasis. Opposition tensions rise as Evatt creates caucus disruption and contemplates Espionage Commission appearances.

House of Representatives Phillip McBride R.af John Slessor McCauley RAAP Joe Gullett R.a.af Bill Palkinder Tasmania Exservice Philip McBride Labour Eddie Ward Australia Mengies National Security Resources Board Dr. Evatt Ike Ton Burke Perth Afr Cameron Parliament House Evatt Sydney

Belle Stepper Reverses Form To Win Diggers Cup At Blackall

Stipendiary Steward D J Ryan reported Blackall track conditions were fair and racing strong with 48 starters on day one from 94 nominations. Belle Stepper, after Gaza Handicap disappointment, won the Diggers Cup by four lengths despite heavy betting on her earlier race.

D. J. Ryan C.Q.R.A Diggers Blackall Ryan Belle Stepper Gaza Mr. Ryan Thereunen Bettine

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