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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 07, 1956

Page

5

Party Fund Secrets Spark Calls for Public Finances Disclosure

A 1956 debate urges full public disclosure of political party finances. Critics say electoral laws fail to reveal donors and spending, risking undue influence and honours for donors. Proposals push for open accounts across Commonwealth and state parties to restore public trust and accountability.

Clive Labour Party Beervotans Ee Salpeed Commonwealth States

Letters To The Editor P.O. Canberra Fed Up Tone

A fragmented Letters To The Editor item from a Canberra page shows a caller expressing frustration. The readable text includes phrases about Ampol and a persistent fed up sentiment, reflecting public discontent with local affairs and service. The exact names, dates, and positions are unclear in the fragment.

Need Clear for Uniform Railway Says Wentworth

Wentworth reports an investigation into South and Western Aus reveals two recent events have been halted due to a fourth gauge. The breakdown of the Hume Highway after heavy rain showed the need for an efficient system to ensure clear railway operations.

DLI South and Western Aus Hume Highway

Mass Meeting Urges Return to Work and Grievance Talks

Workers plan to resume toil after a mass meeting endorsing proposals for tomorrow. Two conferences will discuss grievances with Mr Justice Cook presiding at the first, and a second session with Meat officials to follow.

SION E Justice Cook

Art Lectures Appreciated by Canberra Readers

The appreciation of Prof Trendall’s fine lecture series on Greek and Roman art is noted. Attendees mourn the series end but hope for further talks, with calls to extend lectures beyond Canberra to capitals and to have national university support. The writer credits Trendall’s scholarship with filling gaps in art education in Australia.

Trendall Canberra National Univerty Tren Australia ARS Pro Publico Kibuka Buganda Mungu

Education Week Festival draws 800 at Albert Hall

More than 800 people crowded Albert Hall for the Education Week Festival opening night. Canberra primary and secondary schools staged verse speaking, chorus and short plays. An exhibition of international children’s books from diplomatic missions runs in the foyer, organized by the National Library with entries from the United States, Canada, France, Germany, and others.

Albert Hall Somibli Et Mary Canberra al [Bert ‘Hall Conjenetion Will Education Seek National Library Australia U.S Canada France Germany Belgium Ireland Indonesia India China Ceylon Denmark New Zealand Italy Finland Growarticipats of Telo

Witchcraft and Witch Doctors in Buganda Culture

A feature on Buganda beliefs and witchcraft practices details how witch doctors, or mangas, influence health and misfortune amid modern changes. It explains the social role of spirit houses, ceremonies, and payments, and contrasts traditional healing with Western psychology.

Africa Bo Faka Etil Yuna’ Sre M Paychiat Buganda

Tempest Opening Shocks with Dynamic Stagecraft

Entertain Presentation blends Dana Music sound and lighting with a turbulent Tempest opening. The curtain drenched stage and improvised storm set a dramatic realm while performers convey tense emotions and evolving fits. Prospero, Christopher, Helen Motomas, Aric, and David Raleton deliver notable turns as others join the lively miscast night.

Dana Colinary Prospero Christopher Commant Howeve Helen Motomas Aric Ollie Pearance Grace

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