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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 14, 1976

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Devaluation Debate As Australian Dollar Shifts

Reports detail a sudden 12.8 percent US dollar devaluation by Australia amid new exchange management rules. Senator Cowan said the Reserve Bank guidance marked no official change, while ACTU chief Hawke commented as Prime Minister warned about ongoing effects on trade and prices.

Reserve Bank Industry and ‘Commerce Cowan Canberra ACTU Hawke Parliament House For Frasers

Wisdom dubious amid currency revaluation effects

A fragmented report notes Australian and Austrian currency revaluations impacting markets. It cites the Australian dollar’s value shift and Austrian holdings, with projections of further reductions in reserves and foreign exchange pressures.

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About 1500 protest against uranium export in London rally

About 1,500 demonstrators gathered from local residents and temporary workers marching from Tod Hall to Northbourne Avenue and beyond. The crowd moved toward the Soviet Embassy and Indian High Commission in protest against uranium and heavy water exports, with police present at key streets and a brief mêlée before dispersal.

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NCDC probes collapse of wall at government house

The National Capital Development Commission suspends housing work as it investigates a brick wall collapse at a government house in Gimbuhan. Officials cite anomalous workmanship and plan to review building specs supervised by Cymerons. Spokesmen note transfer of duties to the department of construction pending results.

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Magistrates seek pay rise amid government talks

Government discussions push for salary increases for ACT magistrates as Parliament debates pay scales. Reports say a six month vacancy and potential override of current rules could delay reforms while advocates push for alignment with federal judges and other public servants. Page 3.

Tax cut proposals loom as ACTU backs sizable relief plan

ACTU leader Hawke pushes for a broad tax reduction totaling about 8500 million in income tax cuts and 600 million in indirect levies, offset by a mineral rent royalty. Fraser government signals openness but seeks budgetary feasibility and revenue sourcing clarity amid devaluation and CPI pressures.

ACTH LRU Ausetat Py Fraser ACTU Hawke I Cunbeck Ernst

Fragmented Holiday Note From an Antique Page

The readable fragment mentions a holiday brightness and asks to send an entry on page 14. It suggests various variants and a simple theme, with emphasis on preserving a certain style. The text is garbled and lacks clear event details or identifiable entities.

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Implications Seen In Street Sid Comments On Australia Policy

Fragmented remarks describe a significant money supply shift in Australia and its impact on industry. The speaker mentions a government working party, unions, and employers weighing how to discourage or shape industry behavior while addressing inflation and financing. A future meeting and a wage hearing are noted with unspecified decisions expected by early February.

Street Sid Australia Ini Hlhgie Ashulley Asi Damwars

War debt payout dispute over welfare body used for soldiers

The article reports on a wartime redundancy in the Army and RAAF welfare system. It notes the government demanded reimbursement of wages for soldiers who served in the war and details how ASCO operated canteens for servicemen. The piece covers wartime disbursement issues, including a capped payment plan and internal disagreements over fund administration and eligibility for Vietnam era staff.

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D’s Foods Proclaim Christmas Delicacies and Treats

A festive overview highlights D’s Foods offering Christmas specialties. California smoked almonds, duck partridge quail and pheasant, assorted Christmas cakes, bottle fermented Champagné in several styles, Moet et Chandon from France, glace fruits, and a premier ginger collection. The catalog promises extensive choices for a joyous holiday meal with options from near and far.

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