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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 07, 1976

Page

3

Government attacks on broadcasting laws trigger Whitlam warning

In a heated debate on three broadcasting Bills, Prime Minister Whitlam warns the government will intimidate commissions after sacking the ABC. He cites potential moves against the Arbitration Commission and Labor opposition. Dr Cass urges withdrawal and redrafting of amended bills amid clashes over process and secrecy.

Austrarian Broadcasting Commission Whitlam ABC Arbitration Commission Armitar Country Party Jevere Bite Abothe Dr _phins Cass Haid Ales

Student holiday dole would cost $50m says minister

Minister for Social Security Senator Guilfoyle and Parliament debated unemployment benefits for 200000 school leavers eight weeks, estimating a $50 million cost. Opposition questioned directing resources to the needy, while government sources argued benefits to students on vacation were not payable and steps to obtain employment were reasonable.

Guilfoyle Parliament Senate LeMour Wuioye Grimes Cavanagh Lab S Newrleavers Social Security

Lynch denies rates rise debate sparks in Parliament

The Treasurer told Parliament that no administered bank rate increase was announced and denied instructions to insulate the rural sector from a recent rise. A 1.5 per cent zinc price increase after devaluation would raise overall costs. In South Australia the motor vehicle industry faces a 2 to 3 per cent impact, affecting rear-vision mirrors and seatbelt production and threatening viability.

Lynch Fohnson Lbs Vie Chapman Lib, SA South Austra

Unemployment Outlook in Parliament TV Debate

In Parliament TM a debate on youth unemployment and school leavers is noted. Senator Gurtiayle cites government policy, while Mr Willis (Lab) lambasts the unemployment trend as alarming. Minister MacPhee argues next year will show improved job prospects for school leavers and 180,000 this year with 85 percent finding work.

Gurtiayle Cavanagh Willis Lab. Vie Wills Kail Sialon Conventiue Politcs Macphee Cohen Lab Nsw

Uranium Debate Sparks Party Lines in Australian Senate

In a heated debate Senator Wriedt attacked the governments rush on uranium exports while Labor leaders argued the Fox report warns against hasty decisions. Senator Maunsell warned conservation groups were infiltrated by opponents of energy progress.

Brean Ceenc Wriedt Labor Quick Australia Uraniua Justice Fox Hessid Fox Young Perino Austeana Ned Rational Country Party Maunsell Propagavita Somine Romigo Sonator

Put up or shut up says government on taxation

Unclear parliamentary remarks discuss cutting taxation to shape a climate of consumer uncertainty. Opposition spokesman warns the policy will worsen the situation while the Prime Minister and Treasurer defend the measures as raising or lowering taxes.

Inzenian Trenairy Apcome Fraser Mir Musa

Nowra naval air base fire inquiry promises full transparency

Minister Killen told Parliament that nothing would be hidden in the inquiry into the Nowra base fire. He outlined six focus areas including fire prevention, night operations, and measures to minimise damage, with board evidence to be made public except for disciplinary or criminal actions. The board remains responsible for protecting personnel and property from fire, with further details to be provided as available.

Defence Killen Nowra Ame Navy Australan Fire Board Douglas McClelland McClellan Withers Rscmnel

Debate on employment prospects and legislative adjournment

A fragmented report outlines a congressional session debating employment prospects and an adjournment plan. The document mentions representatives and debates on economic policy amid broadcast coverage and procedural voting. Names and places are unclear due to OCR errors.

Assessing a University Amendment and Exemption Issue

A fragmentary note discusses an amendment to a university policy and an exemption for a unspecified party. The text references professors and a formal assessment process, with unclear scope and dates. Further context from the full source would clarify the involved offices and exact changes.

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