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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 15, 1966

Page

4

University fails to reach rugby finals at Deakin Oval

After a tense contest, the University bowed out of the ACT rugby union semi finals at Deakin Oval. Royals, the 1964 65 premiers, won 8 3 as Norths and Queanbeyan also posted late successes at Northbourne Oval and Saylor Park. After 14 rounds semi finals set Norths v Royals at Manuka Oval and Queanbeyan v RMC at Ainslie Oval, with Norths clinching the 966 club championship on 203 points.

University ACT Rugby Union Deakin Oval Royals Anv Norths Amalie Northbourne Oval Queanbeyan Lyneham Saylor Park Coonia Goulburn Reidr Manuka Oval RMC Ainslie Oval Universiiy Norths Cly Neareat Avais RM

Royals fall in tough match amid injuries and errors

Royals squander chances as key players suffer injuries in a rugged contest. Canes pressure intensifies late with strong driving play and a decisive try, while Readman and Smidmore provide moments, but the visitors fail to seize the lead and slip to a loss.

David Spencer McLennan Frank Fommpeien Hialfack Royals Eadman Smidmore Readman Ruck Pear University Weeny Reat Neure Nately Ha Ied University Aloddy Wa Moteworahy Eh University Limia Canes Jim Fingleton Guilvet Alty Allemnis Pavid Bil Eriemd Yhrouah Secon Allspencer Alihnush Petred Rawale Fead Smidmore Triex Sibiey Studenta Peter Scrifenal Sneverscew Tony Whitlam Mononis Siang Bee Wel Heaveners Revere Unimsty ADOL Sphwith Royals

Goulburn Cooma Draw In Struggling Rugby Match

Goulburn and Cooma fought to a draw in a tough contest with players like Bill Priest and Tom Cooma featuring for their sides. Strong defense and scattered scoring saw late pressure from Cooma, while Goulburn relied on backs such as Rathbone and Palock as the match swung on errors and tactical kicks.

John Abnerbac Bill Priest COOMA R. Bashined Rathbone Akisler M. Brennan Coomaltriex W. Sidney Pen Act Goulburn Gorilaurn Bill GiNewte Abun Smith Smith Dy Pallock Isles Birr Brive Batley Pollock Snus Ithe Tom ACT Northbourne D. Navy Goul Skiney

Experience Wins Out Norths Greater Edge

Norths rely on greater experience and weight in the forwards to power ahead as Ainslie faltered in the second half at Northbourne.

Norths Ainslie Iecond Northbourne

Shocks as Ainslie edge Turner Queanbeyan in tight win

Ainslie overturned a six goal lead by Turner Queanbeyan but held on to win at Kingston on Saturday. Key players included Hassett, Kaye, and Gardiner while North and Amalie impressed for the young side. The home crowd saw a tense finish as Ainslie defended a late surge and kept their premiership hopes alive.

Turner- Queanbeyan Ainslie Young Kingston Reinning Minger Mike Hanlon Wat Wulff Nortihs Vermee Teneconte Wagen Milletiaide Aimalie Outro Intercen FaMl Northe E Walif Butler E.blakes Marrin King Unis Yewr Kevin Hasselt Ron Avinheld Amaie Kaye M Kearns R. Dorj Nes Kearne Keith Stewart Amalie Alex Jesavlenko Tov Wer Halnack Ted Kaye Noties Pentle Black Cooper Tiwatauay Grecke Ger Faatlike Glossop Ryan Dan Binet Poker’ Malone Fon Graeme "Gardiner Neeson Kershaw Uix Demaworth Paddy Mactin Turner - Quean Ail Nant Reyan Prykel Florow Mapuke Ainmiteki J. Buckley Yogi Kimpalmateache Gardiner Her Allan Tiebilcock Nis Craft Bob Mar- Mill Reid Bet Ains Tin Martin Hassett Gardinen Turner-Queanni Bruce Glossop Rabtlake Mitchell Kimher

England keeps lead after eighth Games in chaotic medal spread

England holds the top position as the eighth Games conclude, with no other nation reaching double figures in golds. Australia and England show strong showings in swimming and track, while Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana claim several medals. The meet closes with England dominating in fencing and cycling as global records fall in the pool and track events.

Australia Reynolds Salon Madule Hoodiit Stadinemi Entuiiasia Ada Ghane Mvinee France Kipohoge England Reino Nigeria Hirai Fygland Canada Hadpea Hmintem Ailvere Bno Kilbrenre

ACT Soccer Wins Close 3-2 Battle At Oval

ACT defeated TMawarra 3-2 in a tense soccer tussle before about 1,000 fans at the Oval. Huwara and Radanovich starred for ACT with late attempts shaping the win while both sides showed tough defending and disciplined play amid wet conditions and crowd energy.

Oval ACT Tmawarra

Impressive time by McInnes at Lakes three mile race

Queanbeyan athlete David McInnes posted an impressive three mile win over the Lakes course on Saturday, challenging the current record and signaling a strong succession to champion Gavin Jones.

David MeInnes Queanbeyan Athlon Gavin Jones Lakes Metnnés

Eastlake Ousts Manuka In Australian Rules Home Clash

Eastlake dominates Manuka in a home and away clash as the premier side showcases strength from centre. Key players include Turner Werner Roberts Mes Eastlake and standout defensive work by Alec Setiumack leaving Manuka unable to halt the relentless pressure.

Eastlake Outelound Manuka Inez Turner-Queanbeyan Tur Werner Roberts Mes Smith Stewart Jemulenko Dens Grub Woritt Grubb Manlikal Bowe Manukal Amalie Maher Mills McKay Hill Schumeck Lusi Apps Boh Kingston On Ton Myatt Mill Millon McNeal Fastlake the Lakes Manuka Ainstie Say Eatluhe Handaametyla Roneris Jesmulenko Anuika Lalmont Alec Setiumack

Acton Causes Major Surprise Over University Victory

Acton defeated the University in a low standard game at University yesterday afternoon. Key players cited include Moore and Sean for strong scoring efforts while Davis and Beane contributed notable plays. The match featured rapid exchanges and several near breaks, ending with Acton claiming the upset.

Acton University

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Amy Tom Few

Breasley falls at Newbury in Derby trial incident

Australian jockey Breasley was hospitalized after a heavy fall in the first race at Newbury. Royal Request stumbled near the final furlong, sending Breasley to ground. He received treatment on track and was later moved to Battle hospital for observation.

London Reuter Senble Bressley Newbury Brearley Royal Pattie Royal Request Brewsley Vnc Aing Charlottown Jimmy Lindley Charlottowe Sodium Breasley Gente Cewin Duncan Sxill

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