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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1968
Page
12
Monday April 15 1968 essay argues Australians traditionally rely on government to solve problems while expressing restraint in citizen input. It notes government growth shapes society from colonial to federal levels and cites education as a field where public opinion should matter more to avoid rigid ritual and inspector dominance.
The author argues for an independent ACT education system with school boards elected by citizens. Boards would link communities to schools, framing policy with real responsibility while bureaucrats cede some control. This shift aims to restore citizen participation and extend education from pre school to university.
In July 1961 North Vietnamese leaders denounced counter revolutionaries and spies. A presidential decree soon boosted armed security forces as internal opposition grew while American forces were still escalating the war. By 1966 officials warned of antagonistic classes within the North.
North Vietnam tightens control as anti communists operate. Hanoi publishes a sweeping decree on counter revolutionary activity amid rising security fears. The regime accuses United States of inciting sabotage while limiting press access shows the public unease and distrust within the country.
Government sources would not confirm yesterday that Araluen, a tiny Australian gold town, is the site under discussion for a high profile visit related to a peace talks conference. Canberra buzz grows as the Braidwood Despatch notes preparations and booking for the American president and entourage.
The Araluen site for peace talks draws mixed global reactions with officials in Hanoi and Washington considering its security and communications strengths while press outlets in London Paris and Peking offer cautious views. Local residents savor hopeful prospects amid festive chatter and a pending presidential suite rumor at the town hotel.
Australia dominates in niche space science and should sustain a dedicated program says Prof R McCracken of Adelaide University. He notes two satellites, balloon-borne gear, and the Crux XR-1 X-ray star finding near Tassie, while US and UK experts join to refine positions for optical follow up. Strong funding and national focus are urged to maintain leadership in astro physics and geophysics.
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