08 Dec 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1965
Page
1
The school head Prince resigns amid discipline concerns at a British school. Reports cite teen drinking at a school function and calls for stricter behavior, with Mr Prince planning a six month transition and expressing that his life’s work ends with his departure.
Capital Development Commission caused unnecessary difficulties for pupils and staff in the school’s first year of operation, according to NCDC.
The Prime Minister joined Labor to defeat eight Liberal rebels, approving the Trade Practices Bill after eight days of debate. The bill passed at 1:30 am as the House adjourned, with opposition leader Calwell condemning the prolonged session and urging Senate consideration today.
Queensland stars Burge and viewers score 74 and 60 respectively to lift the side within 39 runs of victory before bad light ends play. Des Bull adds a solid 64 as Australia’s batting stance steadies against MCC attack amid injuries and ongoing test buildup.
A chaotic wrap of international notes cites De Gaulle fading from headlines as leaders discuss elections and governance. Reports describe UK and Rhodesian political maneuvers, sport figures, import licences, and economic strains shaping a tense Tuesday across capitals.
Canberra faces measurable poverty among a small portion of its people. The piece notes that the term denotes lack of means and that social workers treat it with seriousness amid the city’s economic pressures.
Australia signals tougher steps against Rhodesia, with a government push for further embargoes and possible military support restrictions. The cabinet debates immediate measures, possible cut of trade, and expulsion of expatriates as Britain faces mounting pressure over Rhodesia. The decision hinges on United Nations and regional responses as President Nyerere urges the OAU to sever ties with Britain over the Rhodesian crisis.
In the House of Representatives Sir Robert Menzies said he had not heard of fresh Commonwealth moves. Commonwealth countries weigh support for Britain as New Zealand premier Holyoake cautions against repeating Rhodesia errors. Prime Minister Wilson rejects swift action demands, betting sanctions suffice while UK resists UN economic measures amid Labour calls from Shirley Williams.
The University of Sydney will not appoint a senior lecturer after Dr F Knopfelmacher was twice rejected. The Senate found no political grounds influenced the decision, withdrawing the Keane position following a full report by Professorial Board chair Professor I Still.
A court ruled that arrangements for a 9.3 million betting coup in Britain were not illegal. The report spans back page and other pages noting defence, a rousing Soviet stance, and coverage of Adelaide as a death festival city with events planned for March. Includes Parliament, women, finance, and lotteries sections.
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