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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1970
Page
2
Canberra witnesses describe city life as a Sunday morgue with 25 hundred hostel residents needing social contact. Gowrie Private Hotel manager S F Radel told MPs the lack of activities drives people away weekends, while a government funded social officer could help hostel dwellers meet others.
Canberra officials and the NSW Temperance Alliance debated extending hours for alcohol and Sunday activities. Proponents argued more freedom for tourists and hotels, while opponents warned of social impact and urged restraint on Sunday sales and public dances.
The Rugby Union Club at Barton lost its kitchen in a fire that broke out before noon yesterday. Clubrooms, and other parts of the building, suffered smoke and water damage but trophies and photographs survived. Secretary-manager J. Mylind noted an initial cost estimate near 10,000 dollars. No dining facilities will be available until the kitchen is rebuilt and the cause is under investigation.
The Nurses Registration Board announced final nursing aide exams to be held at Wave Centre. Details appear muddled but indicate a formal testing event with timelines and location.
The Lifesavers organization seeks new members and recruits across New South Wales. Aimed at expanding summer programs, the drive emphasizes local chapters, sea safety training, and community outreach led by organizers including a secretary and coordinating contacts.
A lengthy, OCR garbled caption lists numerous individuals including Vietnam era veterans and recipients such as Lieutenant JT, Sergeant KM Craw, and Colonel Rankine. The fragment references Army, Forces Mai, and MH Partners, with scattered city and unit mentions, seemingly detailing an awards or recognition event.
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