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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1968
Page
10
Three members of the Public Works Committee criticized the Government for shortsighted delays in works. The chairman, a former minister, led the critique last night, urging quicker action and coordinated planning to accelerate projects and benefit the public.
A Branson, WA, senator described being paired during the vote on the President of the Senate and chairmen of committees for Vucslay. He stated he abstained due to pairing with Senator Toohey while parliament members represented United Nations duties, noting misreporting by a newspaper and agency.
Government officials debated the end of year extension for the Tullamarine runway during a parliamentary session. A government MP linked to public works and aviation committees spoke on delays and financial considerations. Parliament adjourned after the matter.
Public hospitals across Australia report write offs totaling 6.4 million for 1966 67. The figure, revealed by Health Minister Dr Forbes, surpasses the prior year by about 12 million in combined costs and collections, with penalties and service charges noted for practitioners and institutions.
In the House today MPs debated the Pension Bill and Public Service Bill No 2. The Senate discussed an Extradition Bill amid routine parliamentary business.
Fragmentary note suggests introduction of an insect to Australia to combat a pest. Mentions dung beetle type and potential impacts on local ecology and economy. Details are unclear and fragmented.
The Prime Minister said British flag ships visiting North Vietnam are registered in Hong Kong and owned by Hong Kong Chinese. He noted many voyages by these ships this year and last, asserting ownership by Hong Kong citizens of Communist leanings.
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