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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 14, 1973

Page

3

Eleven Bills pass Senate in hour amid guillotine clash

In a heated session the Government used the guillotine to push through 11 bills by a 27 to 26 vote. Senators Colton and Wright clashed over the method while leaders from Lib and Pacem Takeover factions debated the Constitution and reform measures. Bills include Customs Tariff Validation, Development Grants, Severage Agreements, Public Service, and State and Commonwealth items, all passed without amendment.

Agnes Hse Betse Reagan Girst McManus Coleton Lib Nsw Colton Sevalar Wright Senitor Cotton Pacem Queensland Payson Wells

Jamison Wine Centre December Specials

Jamison Wine Centre advertises December specials on a range of Rosyettes vine and other wines. Wall prices start from 59e and Magon from $125, with house wines on offer. Located at Jamison Centre, Mawnan, contact 311697.

Jamison Wine Centre Battle Magon Mawnan ‘Iroes Jamison Centre

Senate backs health aid bill amid reforms and alt plans

The Senate accepted the Liberals and Government amended Hospitals and Health Services Commission Bill as an alternative to the Government's national health scheme, with two amendments on grants to states and ministerial reporting. Opposition blocked the Health Insurance Commission Bill on a party line vote, while the AMA signaled readiness to participate in further discussions on reform.

Senate Commission Miners For Health Everingham Valges Wednessy Health Insurance Commission DLP

Government seethes over health scheme patching

The Minister for Social Security Mr Hayden said the government sees the present health system as only patchable and plans a national heart bill next year. Debate centered on those not covered as figures show 86 percent of Australians lack health insurance and the government rejects DLP alternative schemes preserving sectional interests.

Hayden Billy Reine Wortines Ave

PM's sharp rebuke of Opposition over parliamentary tactics

Prime Minister condemn Opposition for obstructive and rowdy conduct in Parliament. He cites rejected and shelved Bills, protests against Senate representation, and delays harming reforms. He argues government has driven social and economic progress and vows to press on for a renewed mandate.

Senate Waittam House of Representatives

Constable Sandeman faces retirement wish after hijack drama

The Australian incident involves Constable Sandeman who sought retraining after a November 1972 hijack attempt in Alice Springs. Senator Murphy disclosed in writing that Sandeman resisted police treatment and may quit if promotion prospects and pay remain limited. He has been on sick leave with full pay since the event.

Paul Sandman Alice Springs Novemb Murphy Repor Sandman Bennell Lab Sandeman Sondeman

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