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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1945
Page
2
Maury Laverick of Amal War Flats Corp heads to Canberra to discuss wartime production with Prime Minister Chitey. The meetings aim to secure peacetime production materials and align American industry with Australia’s wartime needs.
Classified listings show multiple employment seeks including a capable woman for general work near Canberra and light domestic tasks. positions at Canberra hospitals and government departments seeking information officers, civil engineers, and junior assistants with salary details and application timelines. Also notes on missing wallets and lost items with contact directions.
Government Department of the Interior announces sealed tenders for approximately 10 000 acres near Canberra. Tenders close 2 p m on day 4 December. Price per acre and full details available from the Property and Barney Branch, Canberra Interior Department.
An interior department notice from Canberra invites tenders or bids received by 2 pm on 1 December 1949 for property and parcels listed. The notice references separation and other terms, with a deadline and interest from the department in Canberra and associated offices at Peels Creek.
The Department of Works and Housing announces tenders for a vehicle park works project in Canberra. A deposit of 42/3/ must be lodged for each tender item. specification and bills are available at the department offices in Canberra.
The Interior Secretary announced a revival window closing at 2 pm on Thursday December 2, 1048, for the fall term ending topple at the Uitarra Afforestation Area. Officials in Canberra and Reeves Branch Department oversee the proceedings and await further guidance from the state.
A weather bulletin notes increasing fine conditions after scattered showers. Winds shift from northeast to lighter breezes, with coastal paths seeing a possible shower. Canberra readings show barometer around 20.645 inches and temperatures fluctuating through the day.
Australian Commonwealth tender notice invites bids by 2 pm on December 10 for demolition and removal of generating equipment and gut buildings at Old Abe bolts Woden ACT. Specifications and forms available from Works Director Canberra. Quotations must be returned by 4 pm on the day, contract for two years with renewal possible.
A wartime Australian notice warns of a miner led conspiracy to hold up the nation and dictates that the government must respond to threats to national peace. Officials say any attempt to undermine government authority is a serious crime and will be treated accordingly.
The Governor General and the Duke of Tiguceater hosted a Investiture at Government House Melbourne. Dignitaries including the Duchesses of Wellcester and Gloucester attended receptions and a dinner with society figures and officials. The event featured honours for Admiral VI Vin Liao and lady associates amid council and charity functions.
The Freedom Congress of the Winpeaking Tren in to the bela im Australia next one invites leaders from Uh Prom of Goeut 1r 120, America, Canada and other Angilah-speaking years.
The Sydney Turf Club has taken over Aomahila and will hold all meetings there from January 1. The BEC now contains Pomeniki and Canterbury, with expected future control of Rosebery.
Fragmented OCR mentions rainfall readings across communities such as Crookwell Goulburn Gunning and Canberra with varied totals and dated references. Entries include Nimitabel Tombong Delinkrore and other locales, suggesting a regional rainfall tally and timestamps.
Ayoney notes a postwar boom with large public works spending and renewed demand for manufactured goods. He warns of overseas funds covering imports, a capital shortage at home, and high fees and stock renewals hindering development. Immediate expansion could boost import trade and domestic projects.
Flight Lieutenant Wil Newton, posthumous Victoria Cross recipient, honored for bravery at Balemaua with a cited record of duty and devotion. The award was pinned at Gavornmine House by the Governor-General, recognizing his many exploits and steadfast service.
About 60 Wing-Commanders trained from 81 000 Australians under the Empire Air Training Scheme. Only one became a Brass Hat Wing-Commander, Chive Cabtwelt Thea, while several failed to return. Data notes 11 DAGs and 0 DEC.
The Minister for the Enter toy announced reduced combined charges for swimming pool use and school tickets after deputations from the Proian Welfare Association and the Amalie Tr onle. fees for under 18s and the family will be cut, with changes effective after ticket printing. The Secretary to the Swimming Clubs and Mr Browhy discussed implications, while a comparison with northern city rates was noted.
Sydney reports before the Parliamentary Broadcasting Committee on broadcasting warns against precipitate action. Federation president Mr A Baddison says most stations would keep stable placings, with potential near alignments in races and a temporary rise in high operating frequencies noted.
Reported testimony from the Bennett inquiry details Lt Bennett’s actions in Malaya and Bougainville, with Major J. A. Blanch and Major Minion cited. The commission examined capitulation definitions and orders regarding ammunition, noting strategic interpretations and battlefield effects. A 1942 incident involved attempted blade and gas attacks on mine sites, with a resident reporting theft of £230 during the event.
The Commonwealth Parliament passed legislation expanding the central bank’s remit to individual activities. The Governor of the Bank of New South Wales and senior officials outlined broader powers to shape credit policy and monitor potential borrowers as part of national economic strategy.
In Hastings style report, a Hawkesbury railway bridge span was plated in Peallion today weighing 1,890 tons and placed in 1 hour 18 minutes. A second span of similar dimensions and two more of 300 tons each are to be added later to form the new bridge.
A government statement by the General Secretary of the Farmers and Settlers Association says there will be no delay in issuing farm licenses to ex soldiers. The official notes that bonafide farmers, including those who served, should access licenses without hindrance.
Fragmented and garbled notes describe tensions around meat rationing in Australia and Britain. Report mentions butcher involvement and possible strain on supplies, with references to authorities and public reaction amid wartime controls.
Contirming reports that Nuffield plans for a car factory near finality involve Ground Ltd and a purchase hurdle. Mr A Lloyd managing director explains operation remains practicable after the race course purchase proceeds. Tangible interest in Australia reflects ties to late Mr Curtin’s era.
Church listings detail Advent, Presbyterian and Methodist services in Canberra with timings for Holy Communion, Sunday school, morning and evening prayers. Notable venues include St Patrick's Braddon, Mt. Pleasant and Caneral parish churches, with catechism, confessions and devotional programs noted.
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