Tax instalments cut under new income rules for low earners
The House of Representatives moved amending legislation that lowers weekly income tax instalments for low wage groups from January 1. An increased personal exemption to £200 reduces payments, with a 6s weekly deduction per dependant replacing 4s. The changes apply to married men and dependants, with specific tables showing reduced deductions across income brackets and higher property income tax by 25 percent. The measure, reported by Treasurer Mr. Padden, also notes 25 weeks of instalment deductions unless settled earlier.
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Action to defend Parliament from misleading image attack
Prime Minister pledges measures to shield Parliament from unscrupulous attacks after a doctored picture showed an empty chamber. He favors durable reform over emergency powers and urges Parliament to tighten procedures, oversight, and internal protections.
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Australia
War Advisory Council
Menzies
Commonwealth Territories
World Flight Plan Aircraft Ends Career in Melbourne
A Vickers Wellesley formerly with the RAF ends its career at the RAAF Engineering School in Melbourne to train technicians. The plane broke a long distance record by flying from Tamatlia to Koepang Timor before a forced landing north of Derby in a remote region. Abandoned by its crew, it was salvaged and moved in pieces to Derby and later purchased by the RAA from the syndicate for demonstration use in Melbourne.
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Tremoulet Faces Withdrawal as French Consul General
The Commonwealth recommended to Britain that M. Tremoulet be withdrawn as Consul General of France in Australia. The move, if approved, would not affect overall French diplomatic recognition in the Commonwealth. Tremoulet said he had no official notice and supporters said Free French followers would be happier with a younger consul.
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Australia
Frederick Stewart
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Sydney
M. Tremoutet
de Gaulle
Mouch Harpier
Genereal
Air Training films aid Empire air trainees with gunwork lessons
The Air Force uses visual education for Empire air scheme trainees. Two films cover the Vickers and Browning machine guns. Additional films on bombing, air gunnery, and turret operation are planned. About 160000 ft of British films are reproduced.
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Vickers
Browning
Governor Receives Royal Message On Commonwealth Cession
The Governor received a formal message from The King expressing sincere thanks and royal support for the cession arrangement involving the Commonwealth of Australia and the throne. The note emphasizes government unity and public backing for the transition.
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Tenemy
Unification Plan for Income Taxation in Australia
A plan proposed by Mr. Scullin in Parliament calls for a uniform income tax by allowing a state tax deduction from a flat federal rate, aiming to end wide disparities between states like Queensland and Victoria. The proposal envisions Commonwealth powers to enforce uniform taxation, with potential revenue gains and broader reform, while opponents warn of constitutional and practical hurdles.
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Victoria
Spooner
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Loan Council
Australia
Secret session demanded after Cameron leakage charges
In a House of Representatives session former Navy minister Mr Cameron accused ministers of blundering and leaking vital military information. Opposition leader Mr Curtin urged an immediate secret Parliament session to discuss the matter and policies, with Prime Minister Mr Menzies agreeing to convene after a short adjournment.
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Freedom Loan Subscriptions Reach New High
The Treasurer Mr Fadden announced £21 million already subscribed to the £28 million Freedom Loan with last night’s national broadcast urging further support. The loan closes in a week and millions more are sought to ensure full subscription. The government aims to borrow more this year to keep taxation low, warning that shortfalls could force higher asks later.
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Parliament Session Transcript Fragments
Partial record shows exchanges between Mr Hughes Mr Curtin and Mr Cameron with questions and statements about press papers and ministerial discussion. House adjourned near midnight to allow ministers to consider the demand and later reconvened with references to strangers in the Houses.
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Fall of Sidi Barrani Reshapes Italian Defenses in Western Desert
War day by day reports describe Sidi Barrani as a key Italian defensive hub in Libya. British advances have dented the rectangle defense, using tanks to harry infantry and pavements to clear houses. The town’s fall threatens Italian command posts and could complicate counter moves as General Wilson pushes initial gains.
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Defeats Turned into Routs in European Campaigns
The report notes reverses for Italy as Mussolini seeks German air aid amid Greek and Egyptian campaigns. Italian setbacks are compared to past defeats. Royal Air Force actions and Allied air superiority threaten prolonged Italian withdrawal and morale.
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Troyal
German and Italian War Strategy Hints in Balkans and North Africa
The article discusses possible Italian Greek maneuvers in the Balkans with Italy fortifying along the Skumbi to halt Greek advances. It notes potential German aid in Libya but doubts Italy’s aviation capacity. It also examines rumors about reduced German air activity over England and the impact of weather on interceptor operations and bomber deployment.
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Korea
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Bank Holiday in Canberra Dec 27
A note indicates a bank holiday in the Australian Capital Territory on Friday December 27. The announcement marks a scheduled public holiday impacting financial institutions and government offices.
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Weather Report for Canberra With Temperature Readings
The report shows barometer readings around 29.9 inches, high and low temperatures near 81.0 and 58.8 degrees, and a wind direction from the north northwest. Maximum wind at the aerodrome reached 26 miles per hour during the 24 hour period.
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