02 Aug 1961
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1961
Page
1
Australia retained the ashes with a 54 run victory over England at Old Trafford sealing a 2-1 series lead with one Test to play. Captains Benaud Davidson and McKenzie starred as Australia rallied from early collapse to defend 250 in three hours.
Australian leaders dampen hopes Britain joining the Common Market will help agriculture. Trade officials warn UK access may shift markets, with wool, dairy, and grain sectors facing longer-term adjustments. Hong Kong and Asian relations urged, while Menzies plans a Parliament update on Britain’s move.
Eastern trade stirred interest as the Japanese Ambassador Mr Ohta hosted a reception for the Japanese Trade delegation at Hotel Rex Canberra last night. Delegation leader Mr Suzuki drew close attention from Assistant Secretary Mr Moroney as the group discussed trade interests.
Fourth Test scoreboard from Australia shows Mackay dismissed by Fg Dion sot out 77 and Statham 44/9 as Trueman 32/6/92 and Benaud figures feature. Sundries and total 432 with fall of wickets and bowling figures listed for Davidson McKenzie Benaud and Simpson.
RAAF experts dispatched to the crash site near Perth where four men died and three hurt when a Dakota aircraft struck the Darling Ranges after takeoff from Pearce Base. Survivors and injured were rushed to Pearce Base hospital as inquiry teams prepared to determine the cause.
American officials, including Robert McNamara and John McCloy, assess Soviet and East German risks as Kennedy outlines a hard line in Berlin. UK officials urge cautious diplomacy while West Berlin faces continued refugee flows and security readiness with 13,000 police deployed.
The Parents and Citizens' Association Council of the ACT urged a local Teachers' Training College in Canberra. They asked Prime Minister Menzies to reappraise training needs, noting NSW accepts a six year secondary course and urging examination of Canberra's growth and teacher shortages in the Commonwealth territories.
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