18 Aug 1967
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1967
Page
1
Businessmen report freight rate increases from Sydney to Canberra pushing costs for road transport. About a quarter of departmental store goods move by road and retailers may pass higher costs to consumers, with fears of uneven price jumps across items.
A survey led by NSW Department of Agriculture official D V Walvis warns about 200 farmers in Yass Valley to improve their properties. The notice highlights rising costs and the need for more efficient farming, with the aim of stabilizing local production and prices amid mounting market pressure. Local authorities emphasize planned measures and a coordinated upgrade program to support farmers through the transition.
Melbourne survey cites arson risk and underdeveloped classrooms across farms and shires. It records livestock figures including 40 000 cattle and 13 million sheep, noting low fire-proof production and bleak long term meat and wheat outlook. Local official Mr Walters urges higher stocking rates and possible property development to cope.
A wartime aid claim from NSW indicates a covert post fund to support Vietcong networks. The report notes five NSW air commuter services linking Sydney Canberra and eight country centres, aiming to operate within the western region.
The report outlines debate on a proposed air commuter service and related government actions in Canberra. It covers discussions of Viet Nam policy, university involvement, and statements by ministers and leaders about funding, negotiations, and the ALP-Liberal positions, with references to aviation firms and proposed routes.
Prime Minister Holt spent over an hour decrying Labor's Vietnam stance and labeling Opposition Leader Whitlam a political chameleon. He accused nine Labor figures of false statements and criticized Whitlam's remarks during the by election campaign as reckless.
The dispatch reports violent racial confrontations in New York and Houston with police actions in several cities. It notes challenged wage decisions by the ACTU and a high court challenge, plus a ski conditions update and a frontrunner outline from Charlotton Paes and the Rerishion Valley.
Australian observers will send selections for Seurs official observers to the House elections in Vier j Meliad Nations. The Minister for External Affairs said the mission aims to monitor voting as Vietcong activity rises, with observers to be present at all stations and hours during the election.
The Queanbeyan Municipal Council discussed a hepatitis outbreak among children at a recent meeting. The Shire Health Surveyor was asked to compile a report on the situation as a regional medical officer coordinates response. Pamphlets were reviewed in schools to emphasize hygiene amid rising infections. Aldermen urged examinations of school sanitation and toilets to curb spread among younger children.
Melbourne Thursday reports the Immigration Minister Snedden named Victorian Father of the Year. He says he has not seen his children since the weekend due to business duties and says he will try to spend more time with them over the weekend. His wife notes his dedication and jokes about household duties.
A garbled Melbourne note reveals a WWI era letter exchange mentioning Corporal Mast, a wounded soldier in France, and a widow Mrs. Catherine Rollason. The fragment references Melbourne locations like Yarra and Mont Park, names such as Kate Harr and Meads, and recalls a 1916 trench scene with long faded memories.
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