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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1971
Page
1
Sir Richard Richy of the Commonwealth Conciliation and Arbitration Commission reported to Parliament on the industrial scene over the past year. He downplayed the government bid to confront unions and the ALP, signaling a softer line despite proposed amendments to the Arbitration Act and stronger penalties for strikes.
The report discusses tensions between government views and union interests. Speakers debate national policy on strikes, labor administration, and the role of a separate body to engage with employers. Notes about commissioners, tribunals, and timelines appear, with emphasis on balancing industrial peace and worker rights.
In Canberra the housing office stalls allocations as the priorities list delays progress. Officials reported that applications received in March faced long waits, with some applicants told housing could be months away. Agents noted general delays affect those on the majority list and awaiting a home.
The US dollar plunged in the Frankfurt currency market, opening at 3.2900 marks versus 3.3035 previously. The drop reflects a sharp devaluation, with the dollar briefly tilting toward an 11.25 cent upward revaluation, continuing a downward trend since the mark’s pegged level and prior lows.
AAP report from Rawalpindi says Indian infantry units advanced toward a key garrison town near Hakoten as Pakistani forces faced pressure. Witnesses described Pakistani troops retreating and Indian artillery shelling, with authorities confirming incursions across the border for a considerable distance.
The Australian and Indonesian governments agreed to close security and intelligence cooperation in principle. Prime Minister McMahon said Australia would not enter a defence arrangement with Indonesia. He noted no plan for longer integration or joint operations beyond friendly security ties.
Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies was admitted to Morey Private Hospital East Melbourne after a suspected stroke. He remained under care with his personal physician Dr Clive Fells reporting initial unease but improvement. a week in hospital was anticipated.
NSW ALP MP A W James told the House of Representatives the book The Outcasts of Foolgarah by Frank Hardy should be referred to the Privileges Committee. He called it a currilous document and urged withdrawal from sale as he quoted extracts before being ordered to resume his seat.
An exhausted couple, Mr and Mrs Enver, were located after a dayslong trek from Mi Kestsho to Findabyne. A helicopter rescue attempt by RAAF crew failed when the craft crashed near Cooma, killing Mr Enver on arrival at hospital. A Turkish Embassy official in Canberra is assisting.
Cambodian troops retreat 12 miles north through rice paddies after repeated North Vietnamese attacks. The 20,000-man northeast front nears collapse as forces bypass Thmar on Hi Six to Taing Krasaing, leaving Raray abandoned.
The Senate Standing Committee for Social Environment reports the Commonwealth and NSW should jointly control the Murrumbidgee basin. The rest of the text mentions disjointed items about political polls and stock exchange updates with unclear specifics.
Sins Swaine reveals a bright new shopfront with sparkling windows and the Lift Gallery on the first floor. The mezzanine offers picture frames and ready made and custom art prints to suit any home, presenting gifts for everyone on your list.
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