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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 27, 1971

Page

3

Parliament backs wheat quota rules amid audit refusal

In Canberra the Australian Agricultural Council told the House yesterday that over quota wheat audits were refused. Primary Industry Minister Sinclair explained the decision to withhold an audited table of wheat deliveries by quota status. He cited the Australian Wheat Federation for post quota distribution, noting conditions for over quota and the role of Government guidance.

Australian Agricultural Council House of Representatives Sinclair Maisey

Senate Upholds Reprimands for Two Editors

The Senate rejected a bid by the DLP to revoke two severe editorial reprimands issued May 14 to H W Rothwell of the Sunday Australian and J R Walsh of the Sunday Review for publishing a draft report from the Senate Select Committee on Drug Abuse and Drug Trafficking. The 24 hour debate ended 41-4.

DLP Senate H W. B. Rothwell The Sunday Australian J. R. Walsh Sunday Review Senate Select Committee On Byrne Qld Senate Privileges Committee

Hard-lying pay urged for HMAS Sydney crew

The Government was urged to grant hard-lying pay to HMAS Sydney crew after Deputy Opposition Leader Barnard cited submarine and small ship crews receiving the allowance. He noted Judge Rapke’s report on life aboard the Sydney and said a Kerr Committee review on pay is ongoing with a further report expected in months.

Hmas Sydney Barnard Navy

Minister attacks SA over aid to independent schools

The New Minister for Education and Science Fraser condemned South Australia over its policy toward independent education in Parliament. He noted SA does the least for independent schools and warned that closing Catholic and other church schools would strain the state system. Fraser said he would contact independent authorities and state ministers to seek policy alignment.

Education and Science Fraser House of Representatives South Australia

Opposition Senator Backs Senate Reform Debate on Assistant Ministers

Liberal backbench Senator Wood opposed the assistant ministers as yesterday the Senate approved their appointment by 26 votes to 23, aided by DLP and two independents. He urged removing the Prime Minister’s power to appoint a ministry and argued for a Senate led by a single government, noting the overworked Leader and multiple portfolios.

Wood Senate DLP McMahon Sik House of Representatives Nations Swartz Kenneth Anderson Wood Purl Teret Labor Townley Tasi Willesee Negus Ind Turnbull Tas Sanberra Prudential

Grants boost for Australian Opera Company ahead of Sydney opening

The Australian Opera Company will receive increased grants from 895000 to 1242000 in the coming year with a goal of building a world class company by April 1973 for the Sydney Opera House opening season. Environment and arts minister Howson said aid could continue until 1973.

Australian Opera Company Sydney Opera House House of Representatives Environment, Aborigines and the Arts Howson Wis Bk, Graham Lib Nsw Sydney

Aircraft orders wait on Qantas decision

Australia held in a position to proceed with American aircraft orders until Qantas clarifies its position on 747s. Minister for Civil Aviation Senator Cotton said the Australian negotiating team in the US would work to determine Qantas stance, and may take time. He urged caution until the final position is known.

Australia Qantas Civil Aviation Cotton Bishop Lab

Tasman X6 Shines In Four Car Family Six Cylinder Chart

The Tasman X6 stands out in a comparison of four leading family six cylinder cars. It is presented as advanced and underpriced, with emphasis on value, engineering, safety, and strong dealer support. The pitch invites readers to study the chart to see why Tasman offers more for less.

Australia Tasman Bailey Arcade Civic V.l

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