Main stories in ABC's World Today

AAP General News (Australia)
04-05-2007
Main stories in ABC's World Today

SYDNEY, April 5 AAP - Main stories in ABC's World Today

* The former chairman of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Dick Smith, has issued
a warning about the safety of regional airlines. Smith says many regional airlines are
struggling to make a profit and are likely to cut corners on safety and maintenance.

* In Dili, the tension on the streets is building as people prepare to vote in Monday's
presidential election. There are thousands of troops and police on the streets to prevent
street violence and riots.

* A high level group of strategic analysts has urged Australia to take action to enhance
its territorial claims over Antarctica. The government-funded Australian Strategic Policy
Institute has issued a report warning that climate change will generate competition for
territory and resources in Antarctica and Australia is not prepared for the threat.

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