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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 23, 1966

Page

8

Philpott Out For NSW In Shield Clash With Victoria

NSW faces a setback as Peter Philpott is ruled unfit with a badly bruised right index finger and returns to Sydney. John Benson replaces him, fresh from a century in the Colts’ match, while Victoria, led by a strong all rounder lineup, aims to extend their unbeaten Shield lead at Adelaide’s ground tomorrow.

New South Wales Victoria Peter Philpott Philpott Sydney John Bensud Nsw South Australia Hurn Wall Vietora Adelaide Neil Chansie Colin Harrison Brian Hurn Queensland Lide Oval

1972 Games plans for Munich revealed by AAP Reuter

West Germany plans for the 1972 Olympic Games include new stadiums an Olympic village and improved communications. First estimates announced yesterday indicate substantial construction and infrastructure efforts are underway for the Munich event.

Munich West Chermony Aap Reuter Satot

Elorde and Torres Retired by New York Commission

Flash Forde the 31 year old world junior lightweight champion from the Philippines was retired for his own safety by the New York State Athletic Commission. Jose Tortes the dethroned light heavyweight champion was placed on the unwelcome list for poor performance and relapse history after losing to Jack Tiger. Torres admitted he felt dull after the fifth round in the 15 round title bout with Tiger at Madison Square Garden.

New York Flash Forde Philippines New York State Athletic Commission Jose Tortes Jack Tiger Nigeria Elorde Carlos Ortiz Torres Tiger Madison Square Garden Wille Pastrano

Bareme's Image Leads Favours Against Castanea at Randwick

Strong support for Bareme's Image to beat Castanea in the Villiers Stakes and Summer Cup mix. Bareme's Image, a Queensland four year old mare trained by Mr Tom Stewart, shows rapid recent form at Williamstown and Randwick trials. Jockey changes and weight drops boost hopes as Castanea and other rivals prepare for Saturday's events at Randwick and Caulfield.

Bareme Castanea Queensland Tom Stewart Williamstown Thas Randwick Doom-hap Rosehill Gwillam

Wallabies suffer worst tour game in 4-3 loss

Australia rugby coach Bill McLaughlin labeled the performance as the tour’s lowest ebb after the Wallabies went down 4-3 to North West Counties. Critics echoed his view as even recent champions Wales had beaten them, with charges of poor handling and forward effort amid heavy field conditions.

Taber Wanderers Gorden Becker Jin South Renneberg Alrea Peter van der Une Merwe van der Merwe Bobby Keith Stackpole Simpson Grahame Thomas Thomas Lengih Kensie Hawke Renmeberg Chappell Amour Isco Wes Sivan Vers Cowper Johannesburg Manchester British Isles Bill Mclaughlin North West Counties Wallabies Shhampons Wales Candal Scotland Alan Roeper

TAB FOR TODAY STATION SCHEDULE AND BETTING CLOSURES

The Canberra TAB will operate eudead trots tonight. Betting on the first race closes at 7 15 pm and the double on races four and six closes at 8 20 pm. New Civic Menuka and Kingston offices open from soon until 8 30 pm and other branches from 4 pm to 5 pm.

Canberra Civic Menuka Kingston Spm

Telopea's Barry Newport Aims For NSW Swimming Title

Eleven year old Barry Newport of Telopea Park stunned last week's state trials at North Sydney Olympic Pool by clocking 1 22.4 for 100 metres, nearly two seconds faster than the state record. He trained just three weeks, swimming about 28 miles weekly, and hopes to dip under 80 seconds at the state titles with Susan Ryan also training with him.

Telopea Park Barry Newport Young Newport North Sydney Olympic Pool Canberra Swimming Club Robert Weatherley Forbes Newport Sydney Telopea Pymble

Canberra Athletes Eye NSW Titles in February

Val Robbie decathlon champion and 80 yards sprinter Roger Brown appear strong for the NSW titles after standout showings at the Country championships. Brown placed third in Sydney behind Kiprugut of Kenya and finished two yards behind John Hancock in adverse conditions, clocking 1 54.5. Robbie won the ACT Decathlon with 5 735 points, making him favourite for the country title. he may medal at the State meet if he improves, while Robbie might surprise with greater training focus.

Val Robbie Roger Brown Sydney Brown Kiprugut Kenya Tasmania John Hancock Robbie Act

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