Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Page 1

We have pages in Australian Capital Territory

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 04, 1973

Page

1

Inflation seen as moral issue by Anglican bishop

The Anglican Bishop of Canberra and Goulburn, C A Warren, told the 31st Synod in Goulburn that inflation stems from insecurity and greed, a moral problem. He urged caution at government measures on tariffs and welfare, noting risks of bureaucratic overreach and urging steady Labour policy with Budget timing. Page 24 reference.

Goulburn Canberra C. A. Warren Warren Solety China Iself Bishop Warren Britain Neville Chynoweth St Paul's Church Manuka

Bombers funding cut eyed as armed services panel acts

The Leane Armed Services Committee voted to trim $100 million from the $473 million requested for the B- bomber accessory to the Boeing B-52. Fire toll rises as the Joe of Man fire claims 41 lives amid continuing blazes.

Washington Aap-Reuter Leane Armed Services Adminisraion

NZ bid for special declaration on nuclear tests sparks debate

At Ottawa the New Zealand plan to have Commonwealth leaders issue a declaration condemning French and Chinese nuclear tests met opposition from Britain and Singapore. A committee will seek a compromise as debate centers on unanimous consent and possible support from Asian and African nations. The proposal, tied to the tenth anniversary of the test ban treaty, aimed to urge a total ban on all nuclear tests and renewed calls for new disarmament talks.

Ottawa New Zealand Commonwealth Heads of Government Heath Britain Lee Singapore Commonwealth Kirk Whitlam Mc Whitlam Australia International Court of Justice China France Security Council

Liberal Party reshuffle reshapes shadow ministry in Canberra

In Canberra last night Federal Opposition Leader Snedden announced a major Liberal Party shadow ministry shakeup. Professor H Edwards relinquishes economy and electoral matters roles to become spokesman on these issues. Chipp handles social security health and welfare. Fraser becomes labour and immigration spokesman. Peacock Wied replaces Bowen as foreign affairs spokesman and external territories spokesman.

Liberal Party Canberra Mr Snedden H. Edwards Nsw Age Chipp (Wiech Labour and Immigration Fraser Vic Peacock Wied Bowen Rmkee

Barnard seeks report on leak of Coombs data

Acting Prime Minister Barnard demanded a full report on unauthorized publication of material used by government in budget deliberations. He condemned speculative press stories about the Coombs Task Force report and noted budget decisions would be announced on August 7, while press leaks remained mere speculation.

Barnard Canberra Coombs Reserve Bank Whitlam Sydney Morning Herald

Witch hunt over Coombs Task Force report in Canberra

A Canberra witch hunt begins as parts of the Coombs Task Force report circulate. Officials including Commonwealth Police and the Acting Prime Minister’s office offer little comment while Cabinet exams and budget plans unfold. The task force assessed spending and subsidies but offered no firm recommendations, with secrecy now drawing scrutiny as reports spread to newspapers and lawmakers.

Coombs Sydney Morning Herald Canberrra Commonwealth Police J. M. Davis Barnard Department of the Tak Force Canberra Aer H. C. Sears Seatall

Snedden Defends Coombs Report Leak as True Copy

Snedden said the acting Prime Minister Barnard acknowledged the printed document was a true copy of the Coombs report. He questioned the leak, calling the photocopy an empty gesture and noting official sources confirm some recommendations were accepted. Anthony urged severe action against the leaker if unauthorized, accusing the government of unprincipled conduct.

Snedden Barnard Coombs Eee Country Party Anthony Iam

Crean denounces leak of budget documents in Australia

Federal Treasurer Crean deplored leakages of secret budget documents as creditless for all involved. He refused to launch an inquiry into premature disclosures of Dr Coombs' recommendations, saying full details would be revealed when the Budget is presented in Parliament on August 21.

Melbourne Crean Coombs Lanes Ir Crean Middle Park United States Tullamarine Tree Place High Tam Mr Crean

Consumer council names two businessmen in consumer protection push

Vernon says only one or two newly appointed members are visible but at least two businessmen, Smith and Eaton, will aid consumer-protection aims. Enderby sees the council guiding action in areas needing reform, coordinating with public servants and bureaux, and pushing consumer education, with recommendations on used cars, door to door selling, and contracts of sale.

Vernon Smith Eaton Vernena Mala Enderby Canberra Public Servants Bureau of Conline Affairs Fisher Tan Curtin

ANU Union hosts open art contest with new sections

Keith Looby will judge the eighth annual ANU Union art competition in September. Sponsored by The Canberra Times and prominent Canberra businessmen, prizes include $100 first, $50 for best entry, and $30 for ceramic and photographic categories. Open to Canberra residents under 25, entries accepted at the ANU Union Office with a September 10 deadline. public exhibit September 11 to 16 in the Salesman Building bridge commons.

Keith Looby ANU Canberra Times Canberra ANU Union Acif Posado Pe Bridge Salesman

Doctors Asked to Defer Fee Rise in Act

Space rescue plans are discussed as engineers and technicians prepare for a possible Skylab mission. Canberra hotel workers vote to strike at a meeting, with work set to begin again tomorrow. A feasibility study for a new Parliament House is prepared for a national competition, and Queanbeyan hope to beat Canberra to win the Group rugby premiership this year.

Space Rescue Plans Cape Metre Act Canberra SCC Parliament House Queanbeyan Wues

Ecumenical Bible A Common Bible Published For All Faiths

Harold W Fry reviews the ecumenical edition on page 12 noting a straightforward publication. Maurice Chinkery shares his views in the same section while other columns cover churches gardening and press opinion on page 12.

Harold W. Fry Maurice Chinkery

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bishop Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Bangladesh Orawa Botswana Seretse Khama Aap-Ap David Solomon Feak Mr Whitlam Hy Gay Davidson Mir Whitlam National Capital Developmen Commission Defence Crean Deplores Reports Consumer Guardians Hes Lema Victoria South Australia Capital Territory Pickering Ee Baws Tiicortaineet Red Hill Belconnen Woden Garems Place Canberra City Federsl Capitol Frees of Australia
Search Courier

Search the Canberra Times Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Canberra Times?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication