Parliament in session notes apologies and policy items
In a Senate session Labour Deputy Leader apologized for remarks about a member's character. Senator Spooner discussed iron ore resources with Senator Pearson. The Minister for the Interior was asked to consider a booklet on Canberra trees. The House discussed ammonia fertiliser worth £319,000 to India under the Colombo Plan and overseas funds as import controls eased, with Mr. McEwen and others commenting on reserves trends.