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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 11, 1973
Page
5
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Minister for Immigration Grassby told the House of Representatives he is studying material on 415 people associated with violence in Australia. He noted 195 of 413 involved were mature Amiralians with 11 premeditated deaths. others abroad face charges or jail. He warned extremists to live in peace or leave, under the Deportation Act.
Senator Murphy urged a single class of travel in Australia with economy class replacing first class. He argued all travellers deserve some comfort and indicated public servants might be moved to economy on short flights. Townley pressed whether government would mandate economy for public servants. Murphy would refer the question to Mr Whitlam.
The Department of Animistition stated in a written reply to Deputy Leader Mr Lynch that 435 migrants were employed. Minister Mir Crwssby provided the figures yesterday.
Senator Gair of the DLP criticized a parliamentary joint committee on price control as valueless and without legal power to bind actions. He argued the proposal would not enable price or margin reductions and warned it could mislead the public about inflation fighting. Debates adjourned.
The Opposition plans amendments to the Death Penalty Abolition Bill of 1973, seeking retention for treason, hijackings, and killings of police or jail staff in the course of duties. Senator Withers argues public support. Senator Murphy cites a global trend to repeal, while others urge strong penalties for terrorism and state protection crimes. Debate adjourned.
Senator McManus asked in the Senate yesterday whether Miss Elizabeth Reid had been appointed to advise the Prime Minister on abolishing laws against abortion prostitution homosexuality and marijuana. He cited a report that Miss Reid, recently named as an adviser, would work for these SATAS and referred the political question to the Prime Minister.
The Leader of the DLP asked in the Senate yesterday if Aboriginal girls in Canberra’s Public Service would receive free travel to spend Easter with their families and whether they would receive full pay for April 24 25 and 26. Senator Gar questioned why white girls in similar circumstances were offered concessions. Senator Casiauxh would refer the matter to Minister Mr Uryant.
The Australian Senate discussed the Lake Pedder inquiry and its aim to ensure environmental impact studies precede major projects. Senator Cavanagh said the matter largely rests with Tasmania, but the inquiry could justify Commonwealth involvement and similar precautionary studies in future ventures.
The government faces no firm date for raising pensions to 25 percent of average weekly earnings. A written reply shows December quarter average earnings at 125. The cost to reach the level would be about 290 million dollars yearly. Treasury officials indicated a firm timetable is expected but details remain uncertain.
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