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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1948

Page

3

Public Service Board outlines Canberra plans for three years

Public Service Board chairman Mr. W. E. Dunk announced plans for three years including housing accommodation, office space, and equipment for Commonwealth Service officers in Canberra. He urged progress in cultural development, noted inadequate housing, and proposed a junior club for young Public Service employees to create a social hub in the capital.

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Day dawns with a sing and a restless mind

A fragmented verse hints at morning rituals and nerves. A curious speaker urges calm through song and routine, mentioning a possible remedy and a plan to lift mood. The text threads through wakefulness, poetry, and a vague health note as a day begins.

Bruxner Outspoken On Russian Society

Sydney reported remarks by Mr Bruxner criticizing Labour figures and alleging Communist influence within Australian politics. He claimed Labour leaders and allies, including Ward and Garden associates, push Communist alignment and vow to purge Labour members linked to Communists. He linked Ward’s friendship with Jock Garden to long standing Communist ties.

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State Housing Projects Progress Report

Sydney Botany notes show the Minimur for Housing outlining flats and tenancies amid a program to convert military buildings into dwellings. The record lists 16,000 dwellings completed by 1948 and 10,056 under construction at mid year, with 18,000 expected to be finished before year end.

Sydney Botany Tao Ale

Abattoir Charges to Be Increased Next Week

The State Government plans higher abattoir charges for slaughtering cattle and sheep at Humetiish Abattoir next week. Minister for Meatthy Me Kelly says higher fees will not raise retail meat prices. The Labour and Industry official will monitor prices after September 20. The commissioner's recommendation aims to offset a mounting deficit in the state finances.

Humetiish Toirg Me Kelly Labour and Industry Merrett Kelly

Drastic Departure Advocated in Building Rules

The annual report of the Licensing Board notes 71 country districts without registrations and vacancies in special reg districts. All metropolitan club registrations were filled, 317 new tests granted mostly on conditional terms. By December 31, 23 rural areas rented permits, five in metropolitan areas. The board criticizes material shortages delaying reasonable design and urges future plans to stress away from covert drinking, include lounges, outside areas, and conversion to amuse gardens to meet rising demand.

Rydney Liecanning Board

Trades Mall Union Meeting At Acton For A.W.U. Members

A Union meeting of A.W.U. members is planned above Trades Mall at Acton with other important matters discussed. D. Robley, organizer, conveyed details while a flag bridge event was noted for Kingston. Positions vacant include English tutor with German or French knowledge and an office boy or girl for parliamentary duties at Room 21 Senate Press Gallery.

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