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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 11, 1973

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Fair renting prices rising in ACT says estate chief

John Tanner president of the ACT Real Estate Institute says fair rent determinations push rents higher than current levels. He criticizes lack of detailed official data linking determinations to actual rents and calls for rent control removal after recent referendums. He notes examples where $50 fair rent stayed at $40, while others rose beyond market levels.

Canberra ACT Real, Estate Institute John Tanner Tanner Department of the Capital Territory Sia Department Hhe

Direction by Minister Rejected and Tower Work Resumed

The cabinet rejected a ministerial direction and approved a path to reinstate the commission. Work on the tower resumed on Saturday as the EDC commissioner, Mr. W. Andres, conveyed the commission's stance to Me Liren yesterday.

Tele EDC W. Andres

Injunction appeal on Black Mountain tower project likely

An injunction appeal to the Commonwealth is expected over the 641 ft Black Mountain tower. The Attorney General's Department cites likely grounds for appeal while the High Court is seen as the next step early next year. Construction site security is tight with mesh fencing and padlocked gates.

Attorney-General's Department Black Mountain Tikely Wo High Court Junction Coranonwealth

Syrian and Israeli forces clash on Golan Heights

Reports from Damascus say Syrian and Israeli troops clashed on the Golan Heights as fighters maneuvered for position. A military spokesman described ongoing efforts to establish control amid tense border fire and cross border exchanges.

Damascus Mawilay Golan Tell Evglnears Pola Ar

Government eyes 17 percent annual leave loading for public servants

Cabinet backs interim 17 percent loading for annual leave accrued from January 1 1973 for Australian Government employees. If approved by the Public Service Arbitrator, the measure would cost an estimated 18 million dollars this year and 35.5 million for 1974 based on the September quarter’s average weekly earnings. The plan faces union opposition for not tying loading to the national average weekly wage and awaits legislative action next year.

Me Whitlam Public Service Board Public Service Unions Labour Cameron Eabinet Whitlam Andarstood 10 Governent Woul Public Service Department of Labour

Pacific Rim Industrial Complex Plan Drawn in Pilbara

The report outlines a 2,500 million plan from Japanese interests to build a large industrial complex in the Pilbara region. The proposal signals major economic ambitions for Western Australia with significant investment and regional development implications.

Jamie Japanese Pilbara Pape 29

On The Spot Fines For Littering Proposed In Canberra

A council sub committee in Portfonte District proposes on the spot littering fines of 10 dollars with penalties up to 200 dollars for first serious offences and higher fines for subsequent offences. The plan will be recommended to Capital Territory Minister Bryant for approval.

ACT Paul Capital Territory Mr Bryant Port Fon Te D Caner

Victorian council proposes littering fines and pay rise

Melbourne report outlines state legislation to raise MP base salary by about 4000, lift bus conductors to 13000, add littering fines, and establish a part time tribunal to judge charges. A squad of inspectors would issue on the spot tickets and a ban on false ID violations would be enforced. Page 3

Melbourne Bryant Counsil

Israel protests mistreatment of Israeli prisoners abroad

In Jerusalem the Israel Foreign Ministry formally complained to the International Red Cross alleging torture and maltreatment of Israeli prisoners abroad. The filing cites at least 25 prisoners killed while being moved to Egyptian camps or inside camps and seeks IRC transmission to Geneva.

Jerusalem Reuter Israel Foreign Ministry International Red Cross Mordecai Kidron Ebon Michel ‘Conver IRC Israel Geneve Mint Egypt New States

Flames 1 600 Ft High Raging Fire in Buenos Aires

A massive fire in Buenos Aires, starting in a warehouse with flammable fluids, swept through Pompeya and surrounding districts. Explosions, collapsing buildings, and panicked residents followed as hundreds of firefighters battled flames. no deaths reported but numerous injuries and extensive property damage noted.

Buenos Aires Pompeya Tage Siy

EEO Study of Fuel Crisis in Australia

Three Federal departments will combine to assess the impact of the international fuel shortage on the Australian economy. Minerals and Energy Transport and Overseas Trade face difficulties in delivering a precise assessment due to imponderables such as Middle East negotiations, partner economies, and consumer response to possible shortages.

Cabinet approves seven man housing task force

The Cabinet approved a seven member task force to study factory based housing methods. Members include the Federal Building Workers Industrial Union secretary and Australia Ltd chief executive, with Johnson stating the group will submit its first report in months. The task force aims to identify viable factory construction techniques and advise on government support and funding, noting several proposals lack sufficient research to be accepted.

Cablaet Sevenman Toe Force Ats Buikling Workers Indusial Union Pat Clancy Strailia A. V. Tenmings Industries “Australia Ltd Vieeasings Johaven Severrman Johnson Australia

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