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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1976
Page
1
A Sydney briefing cites an International Air Transport Association decision to raise airfares from Australia by about 10 percent with various regional increases. The changes apply to tickets issued after February 1 and affect routes including Sydney to Los Angeles.
The Australian Post and Telecommunications Minister announced a cut to telegram rates, reducing from higher rates to nine cents per word starting January. Minister Robertson said the change applies to the Outpost and Tempore railway telegram services.
A scrambled report notes England's strong display with India facing a heavy innings defeat as match progress stalls. Scores imply England lead while India struggle for runs, with several references to late innings and clove of the fourth day.
Queensland Premier condemned the dollar-for-dollar aid proposal from the Federal Government as inadequate after cyclone damage. Officials reported sectors like steel facing job loss fears, with about 200 positions at risk. Burketown Mornington and Island suffered outages as evacuation and relief efforts continued, while RAAF tents and supplies arrived to support survivors.
The Australian dollar strengthened to 1.0568 per US dollar as the Reserve Bank raised the statutory reserve deposit ratio from 6 to 7 percent, halting money supply growth. The move, aimed at controlling liquidity, signals potential tighter credit and a push for anti inflationary policy, with officials warning of further action if money supply accelerates.
An electronics engineer, Ronald Crank Drake of Castlecrag, was fined 200 Australian dollars by the Sydney Court of Petty Sessions for possessing dangerous radioactive strontium 90 at his home in October last year. The case highlighted safety concerns and the need for proper authorization to handle such substances.
Mackey Geary Reid from Canberra is highlighted as Sports Star of the Year with insights into past contenders and the award process. The report notes the Australian hockey premiership context and references Atherton and United as part of the coverage, with a focus on selections and final standings.
A day of high temperatures and possible afternoon showers is forecast across ACT and surrounding towns. Officials warn heat may ease by evening with local winds from the south, while cooler areas near the coast could see brief showers and gusty conditions.
Philadelphia report describes a new device named wig chaser that emits a high frequency sound wave to deter dogs from entering backyards and premises. The gadget, tested by Philadelphia Electric Company worker Mrohn Keene, aims to reduce dog bites by keeping dogs away from utility crews and customers.
The Canberra Times reports special early deliveries for Canberra and district readers holidaying on the South Coast. The notice notes the contest open to all readers and points to guidance on page 10, with mentions of the publishers and travel tips for the season.
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