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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1970
Page
3
Voters' Voice received complaints from Mr S of Higgins about worsening sewage odors. He questions the feasibility of building a distant treatment works beyond suburban Weston Creek and asks what action authorities will take. Local residents urge a curto solution.
Mr G argues Weston Creek crosses traffic and pollution issues worsen odours at night and raise load on headlight direction. Spokesmen say improvements at Weston Creek sewage works cut odours but not eliminate concerns. Planning for Molonglo Valley water control center progresses, aimed at broader regional management.
The text describes a hazardous crossing with poor lighting and a driver headlight issue on a Kings Avenue to Canberra Avenue route. It notes licenses cannot be issued after 4pm due to cashier balancing. It mentions interior department replies and motor vehicle office hours and potential service extensions. It also covers rubbish dumping at a block in Farrer and deterrents like fences, plus legal advice for lessees.
The Country Party rural economics committee urges the government to create a single wool marketing authority after hearings from wool grower bodies. Ralph Hunt MP says the policy aims to unify bodies like the Australian Wool Growers and Graziers Council and the Wool and Meat Producers Federation, with government action to expedite establishment amid cross-border uncertainty.
Life members Mr GR Vincent and Mr Bob Warren were recognized at the Horticultural Society annual meeting. The NSW cultural Society of Canberra president spoke on governance between organisations and the Commonwealth, detailing ongoing controversy over government operation.
A fragmented note outlines NSW government plans for the Brogo Dam and river storage, naming the Minister for Rivers and Conservation and noting a 153 square mile study area. It references benefits from dam construction and the location along the Princes Highway near the Bi River, north of Joann Bee area.
Mr Beale reported favourable results from the Australian Music Examinations Board with multiple grade Honours and credits. Names include Jenny Kruger 83, Glynis Smalley 78, Elizabeth Stewart 85, and others across First to Fourth Grades. Funds were noted as available and a preparation plan was outlined for tender documents.
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