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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1968
Page
3
A municipal committee plans an upcoming session to examine a proposed water system review. Officials will assess current supply details, budgeting, and potential rate changes as part of a broader public works evaluation.
The Chamber of Commerce backs private practitioners to draft amendments for speed law reforms in the ACT. The Attorney General Bowen supports the move, with ACT Bar Association endorsement cited. Chamber leader Mr Alexander notes Parliament discussions echo local sentiment and concerns about delays in related ordinances and marriage validity provisions.
The report records strong bidding from builders and developers at a residential land sale and auction series offering seven blocks. Prices and timings are listed with multiple bidders and notable property parcels, along with mentions of market demand and average lot values across the sale.
An arranged reading of Billy Liar organized by the Arb County theatre committee. The sessions occur the second Wednesday monthly as formal rehearsals open to members and invited guests. Copies are obtainable from W A Mollirth at the given telephone number.
A chaotic fragment reports on talks with rebels linked to MIA officials, with unclear names and locations. The piece references multiple placeholders and garbled terms, hinting at stalled diplomacy and uncertain progress.
Regional cities planned by ALP outline a federal labor government program to create multiple stable regional cities. The plan emphasizes centralized control, avoiding unregulated growth and promoting decentralization. The opposition criticizes the cost and feasibility, while government ministers defend the approach as essential for balanced development.
A disrupted OCR draft outlines an Aboriginal affairs conference in Canberra with entities such as the Federal Council and Reverend Frank involved. It mentions Telopea Park and High School venues, speakers on Aboriginal issues, and plans tied to the Gurindji movement, with regional attendees including Northern Territory figures.
A garbled report describes a church building project at Wolfruen begun years ago, with an Anglican effort led by an architect. It mentions an inspection by a supervising body and a request for funds, noting a need for $9000 more to complete the structure.
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