Re: More on Radio Australia

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>The Australian Federal Government was further embarrassed yesterday when the
>largest recipient of Australian aid, Papua New Guinea, offered to help rescue
>Radio Australia. PNG Prime Minister Sir Julius Chan offered to have $1 million
>deducted from the Australian aid budget if it would help ensure the services
>survival. "Radio Australia is the voice of reason in the region," Sir Julius
>said.


Great news, thanks Dave! A good example of the importance shortwave still
has, especially for and in less developed countries.

73 - Willi

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