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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1972

Page

5

World chess championship adjourned amid talk of draw

Fragmented report notes the Dinh game in the World Chess Championship was adjourned on move four with experts predicting a likely draw. The text references players such as Spassky, Bronstein, and others in a detailed, error-filled summary of moves and commentary.

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British infant play groups hailed as key education advance

Minister Mera Thatcher described voluntary infant play groups and nursery school development as a major and exciting breakthrough in British education. She spoke at a conference at the Britta High Commission, noting aims to expand preschool access and address social disadvantages while highlighting international perspectives and challenges.

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Aboriginal rights backed by Australian bishops

In Sydney the Roman Catholic bishops of Australia voiced support for Aboriginals in their fight for a rightful place in the Commonwealth. The 78 bishops gathered at a national episcopal conference issued a statement asserting Indigenous rights to land, education, and empowerment after years of advocacy.

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Coroner Hears Onlooker Testimony In Car Crash Case

A coroners court heard mixed testimony about a road incident involving a trade union driver and a car involved in a crash. Statements touched on driver behavior, vehicle operation, and allegations of evidence suppression as the inquest proceeded, with family and witnesses offering differing accounts.

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Apprenticeship Week kicks off with main feats presented

Apprenticeship Week begins with the main feats of the week. The governor of South Australia Sir Mack Oliphant will present journey mu certificates to apprentices. A display on the Monate doll and Gratenia Plage showcases work in plumbing, cooking, metal, electrical, building, painting and more. The event, introduced 16 years ago in ACT, aims to promote apprenticeships and guide people toward trades.

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