Housing crunch shadows Canberra as families wait
The piece laments Canberra’s housing strain with thousands on waiting lists and few new homes. It argues the federal interior ministry and cabinet delays worsen displacement, while state housing authorities scramble to manage transfers and expansion.
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Howtel
Childres
Yaalee
Canberra
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Mulbourne
Hydney
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Sautheyes
Australia
George Madden Receives Medal of Honor Posthumously
The report recalls Private Madden, who was captured near Kaprong and died from malnutrition after enduring harsh treatment. President awarded the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to a battalion in a distant theater. Madden faced repeated beatings and starvation yet remained cheerful, shaping his reputation among various groups despite a tragic end.
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Madden
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Rosetta
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Share
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Madden Life
Ale
Special Hotel Arrangements For New Year
Canberra hotels prepare for New Year celebrations with extended hours and private parties. High demand expected as weekend crowds and families book tables and rooms across the city.
East West Talks Hit Tepid Standoff on Diplomatic Ties
Officials report cautious progress toward resuming diplomatic relations between Himale and Autre after Petree elections. Experts note real prospects for formal trade talks but flag lingering mistrust and economic concerns.
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Wesern
Mos
Himale
Ana Autre
Petree Altale
la WiMely
Apokexman
Accorainy
Anxioua
Mancow
Henry Bingeman Funeral Notices and Services
The Canberra area obituary notices announce the passing of Henry Charles Bingeman with funeral and burial details. Messages from family and associated organizations invite relatives to ceremonies at St Johns and the Canberra Public Cemetery with arrangements by O Rourke Funeral Director. Additional notices request servicemen to attend the wake and recognize other local figures.
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Tygeman
Caiberre
Huspital
Henry Unie
Catherine
Inetuw
Davi Af Poppe
Henry Chartex
Wraanon
MM de Phillis
McKay
B.v.sc
Ayt Cato
Arteve Circle
Government departm ents duty review and leave rate cited
The report notes a low rate of leave among servants, with manual leave and air duty terms mentioned. It references a review by Go Mumia and Nesvy bratie uf pamergern, and expects a return to Canberra in Munay.
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Camretaker
Yeaterday Wanary Inc
Lewe
Mumia Cmon
Nesvy Bratie Uf
Pamergern
Canberra
Canberra Weather: warmer winds and scattered rain
The forecast from the Meteorological Authority shows warmer conditions with lighter winds shifting easterly in the evening. Regional outlook includes mainly fine and moderate temperatures with brief showers possible in Canberra, Queanbeyan and nearby towns.
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Rman
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Wenn
Ealin
Pam
Pat
Canberra
Agreenoam
Queanbeyan
Cooma
Nimmitabel
Press Council Defends Right to Report Crime
The council criticized constraints on crime reporting and private rights revealing how sensationalism and sensational media shape public perception. It examined dangers of privacy invasion while stressing public interest and the need to distinguish between private rights and public curiosity.
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Press Council
Britain
Nui
Raval
van Canernet Woulake
Stan Thieda
Roysitting
Whitch
Conan
Rell
Death of H C Bingeman at Canberra works
Mr H C Bingeman a longtime public servant and Canberra worker died aged 98 in Canberra Community Hospital. Born in Canisolaw in 186? he served in WWI then moved to Canberra in 1924 to work for the Federal Capital Commission. He held key roles in the Department of The Interior and Department of Works and contributed to the Canberra Culture project. Survived by wife ENUDANY, daughter Mary Miyawishiye and other relatives.
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Iarge
Canberrs
Erieger
Total
Rana
Enon Cima
Canberra
Christopher Jona
Apeure
Padarni
Direstar
Thatal Presa
Australia
Hy Enudany
Mary Miyawishiye Nalvughter
Abd Viren
Ake
Rouen
Pyle Am
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Jost Supe
Camne
Good
Mets
Canberra City
Woman Burned in Laundry Fire at Home
Agnes Zelbert of Cateway suffered burns when a copper at her home ignited curtains in the laundry. Firefighters and medical crews responded as she received treatment for facial burns. The incident occurred during a domestic accident and investigations continue.
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Cateway
Bhewie
Wemich
Proposal For Senator State Conferences
Fragmented text discusses a plan for senator state conferences. Mentions a senator and federation, with references to a national understanding and annual meetings. Sources names are unclear with many garbled terms.
Music Exam Successes at London College
Pupils achieved honors in elementary and primary examinations led by Mrs Musici Kenneay. Notable achievers included Laureen Mecallum Clemons, Fredrick Linipua, and Georgina Nearas among others, with several grades and passes noted.
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Musici’ Kenneay
Tee
London College
Te Examinations
Gyntel Fredrick Linipua
Laureen Mecallum Clemons
Suneapie
Minoan Oi
Aluris
Play Centres To Produce Newspaper
A plan outlines play centres to produce a weekly newspaper for the nation. Officials describe a program to involve citizens and schools in creating content at Kingston and other centres, with guidance from a national literacy department.
Scout Aged 61 Arrives For Jamboree
A 61 year old Scout arrived from Ceylon to attend the Pan Pavitt jamboree. The long-serving leader, who has 46 years in Scouting and four years as Ceylon's Chief Commissioner, spoke of the welcome at the event. He arrived with his young daughter, Gude, in tow.
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Tay Bevut
Ceylon
Chaungary
Ng Ghyear-Oll
Naam
Rain Dims Fire Danger as Wet Weather Continues
Rain eased the wildfire threat on New Year’s Eve and at UNE ROT, dampening flames and slowing parched countryside. Officials urged continued precautions as cooler, wetter conditions persisted and fire crews worked to secure areas and prevent outbreaks.
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Max
Teverinetenn
Australians To Teach English To Southeast Asians
Australians prepare to teach English in Southeast Asia as part of a government program. The plan involves three Australian citizens and aims to share language education in postwar contexts with partners in Asia.
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Ren
Orieeteg
Canberra City Pair Win Biennial Bowls Title
Canberra City pair claim the biennial bowls title after a tight final. The match featured high standard play with strong spectator support, finishing with Canberra City defeating Wolar City in a tense conclusion to secure the championship.
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Canberra City
Trunk Call Growth Spurs Network Upgrades
The report notes a rise in trunk calls and payments, with figures around 28 000 annually and comparisons to 20 000 in a prior period. It details planned expansion of telephone channels at Theane line and mentions new trunks to meet demand and improve service.
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Theane
Aden
Aye
Hanes
Extension For War Savings Certificates Discussed
Government officials discuss extensions for War Savings Certificates maturing in 1966 and 1963. The talks cover extending the payment period by up to eight years and clarify treatment of certificates maturing in 18 and later years under the voluntary government program.
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Estenmion
War Savings
Cee- Tideater
Phra
Harm
Yale
Ieee
Arthur
More Tenants Buy Homes
The article reports a rising trend of tenants purchasing homes, noting private ownership increases across several regions. It mentions government involvement and ongoing negotiations with agencies over housing programs and allocations.
Canberrans Save Fishermen After Boat Capsize
In Hickmen waters a boat swamped leaving four men in the sea. A rescue party from Canberrans reached the scene after about 48 minutes and pulled two survivors from the water. One man, Baker of Sopvimaal, was treated on shore, while the others were recovered.
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Thole Renee Tune
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