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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1964
Page
7
John Howard praises ATN 7's Top Ten program while viewers report confusion over sketches. Critics blame inaccessible local material and writing, noting lavish production and strong cast but questioning the writers' reach and the show’s long term appeal.
A Scottish-like critique discusses The Mavis Branfton Show and ADS 7 pressuring stars Carel Rave Gordon Chater and Barry Crevion. It notes the show’s value lies in subtlety and approximation and questions Frank Packer’s tolerance for the ongoing media clash and parody across channels.
The article recalls Dame Edith Sitwell as a grand literary figure famed for blending grandeur with enfant terrible flair. It notes her aristocratic roots, resemblance to Henry VII, eccentric dress, and status among 1920s bright young things, shaping her public persona and circle.
Dame Faith, celebrated poet and art advocate, died after a long career blending verse with literary and artistic pursuits. She published her first poetry volume in 1915 and earned numerous honors including a Dame Grand Cross, Royal Society of Literature prize, and honorary doctorates. Her works include a life of Alexander Pope and studies of Queen Elizabeth I.
Mrs. Godfrey-Smith, a Canberra arts student and research worker, directs ANU pantomime Platypus in Boots while managing home life and two sons. She studied in England, advocates professional theatre inside Australia, and supports drama education through university programs for youth.
Artist Elizabeth Durack discusses her sketches of Aboriginal life created during wand erings with cattle station tribes in the Ord River region. She recalls rapid fire drawings on envelopes, her limited supplies, and the aim to complete a series of 20 sketchbooks for the Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies.
The schedule lists morning shows led by Peter Leonard and Brian Minards on Canberra radio. It includes time slots for news weather devotions music and a Paint It Yourself segment. Highlights mention Christmas customs and a segment titled Whats In Store with a 2.50 price note.
A dense list of radio and TV segments with times, show titles, and host names. Appears as a chaotic schedule rundown including News, Music, Education, and publica entertainment slots across multiple channels. Contains multiple program titles and streaming references without coherent narrative.
A listing of daily programs across morning to late night on Channel 3 includes test cards, music, plays, and entertainment. Notable items feature Ann Sothern, Route 66, Sound of Music, Have Gun Will Travel, Naked City Hour, and The Nurses with various time slots and ratings.
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