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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1975
Page
1
A Department spokesman said Black Mountain Tower construction is on schedule with a 90 metre height reached yesterday and a planned full height near 200 metres by June next year. The tower will house telecommunications gear and tourist facilities including a revolving restaurant.
Staff photographer Michael Porter climbed near the top of the 150 metre ABC transmission mast to capture a birds eye view. A companion steadied him and he used a Nikon F with a 24 mm lens amid mist to shoot the scene.
Sydney report notes Labor Leader Whitlam stating a government likely to cut taxes in 1976-77. He suggested future tax reforms depend on Hayden's tax reforms and questioned Fraser's commitment. Whitlam outlined Labour's planned economic plan and expressed hope for a younger, tighter Cabinet.
Adelaide dispatch reports the Prime Minister says there will be no sudden reversal under a Liberal National Government. He warns against anti growth policies and stresses measured changes guided by Treasury and departmental examinations.
Fragmentary report shows Rhodesian leader promising reforms as unrest grows. Readers see unclear phrases but key names imply a political crisis with potential policy shifts and international pressure mounting.
Bendigo brothers Desmond and Arthur Robins found a 18202 ounce gold nugget, the century's largest in Victoria, and kept it in a refrigerator for three days while weighing options. valued around 20000 pounds at current prices, they hoped for about 828000 from sale.
A naval patrol boat recaptured the 36 metre Lung Lea 320 km northwest of Weipa and towed her back to Weipa after she escaped custody at Weipa Sunday night. Police suspect a blackout caused by power failure and seek further details about the escape and repairs.
Former Prime Minister Whitlam targets industry and economic reform by publishing a green paper outlining six policy principles and nine sector initiatives. He frames Labor as consistent and honest, arguing against hidden protections and special favors while promising balanced, nationwide industry support.
SYDNEY Monday The Full High Court ruled that existing Federal divisions were not validly allocated. Chief Justice Sir Garfield Barwick said the decision did not affect the month’s Federal election and noted no alteration to the election timetable.
A report notes increased Indonesian aid to Portuguese Timor following Fretilin's declaration of independence, while other world events include UN maneuvers in the Northern Marianas and Middle East diplomacy. The article also mentions water restrictions on the South Coast and cricket injuries in an Australian match.
The notice outlines a transport and motoring feature by Petr Davis, highlighting an appeal to buyers seeking cars for enjoyment. It mentions pages covering world news, finance, sport, and lotteries, with page references and sections throughout the edition.
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