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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1975
Page
6
Six venturers enter the TV red camp world and prepare tents by the river before moving to activity on the hill. Forty girl attendees mark a traditional departure as Scouting methods evolve at the camp. Venturers will join rock concerts headlined by Canberra professionals.
Brisbane report says a single engine Cessna 180 carrying six people crashed at Orchid Beach on Island today. No injuries reported though one door jammed by the impact and rescuers took about five minutes to force it open.
NSW plans stricter fire rules for clubs hotels and entertainment venues under legislation due in February. The measure imposes a two thousand dollar penalty for breaches and links licensing to safety upgrades within five years. Minister Waddy cites the Whisky a Go Go fire study and says many venues need upgrades while councils retain enforcement powers.
Vaccine developed by scientists is under study by the Australian Evaluation Committee. The serum aims to protect against the sting of the deadly seawarp found in northern waters near Melbourne.
Hughes urged that the successive government’s policy limiting public service numbers could harm school leavers in Canberra and major centres like Sydney and Melbourne. He argued public authorities owe continuity of employment amid the federal government’s expansion of Canberra as the seat of government.
About half of respondents foresee 2 percent inflation and a main pro blem being lack of investment. A separate 54 percent plan development or expansion, with most expanding within current operations. Fewer anticipate major factory builds while 18 percent expect tougher marketing due to competition and price rises.
Readable fragments describe fear surrounding typhoid in the community. Three of the people believed connected to a boy with the disease show concern, while a total of 38 individuals are noted under observation or influence. Marie Losk is mentioned in relation to infections.
US lawmakers plan a visit to Australia in January to discuss bilateral ties. Delegation aims to engage on defense, trade, and regional security with Australian officials and partners.
Senator Mulvihill of New South Wales criticized government policies on illegal immigration, calling them overly liberal. He warned the anticipated influx could range from thousands to tens of thousands, urging stricter action and clearer treatment of migrants.
Mr Col Voigt voices worry on money taken by Equity as Actors WEe Wi con Equity. He cites Nall Diamond and a large sum diverted to the Stylistics TM Das 2 di k 3 hi Australian concert tour on 1 February, raising questions about funds and transparency.
A violent home invasion at a Mount Eden residence ends with a teenager dead after intruders linked to a local gang club him and threaten others. Police report a chaotic scene as residents described masked assailants forcing entry during a party.
Visitors across Canberra praised its cleanliness and open spaces but many locals and tourists found the city quiet after War Memorial and Parliament House. Tourists cited limited entertainment while hotels and theatres reported steady trade during holidays.
The Prices Justifications Tribunal granted a price rise for cars including Fort and Nissan Toyota. The head of the Vehicus Malian Union argued no wage increases in 13 months while manufacturers received higher costs, warning workers may resist and endanger the local car industry.
A Hercules aircraft damaged during take off from Dame Charlie in Antarctica near McMurdo Station. The damaged craft was moved after repairs at the rash site. One crew member treated on arrival for pressure effects. Work continued as a second Hercules was flown in to assist recovery.
A continuation of a column on estimation techniques for problem sets. The article explains practical approaches to solving estimation questions and highlights common pitfalls. It reinforces methods for making quick, reasonable approximations and checking answers for plausibility.
In Victoria the Corio seat remains in doubt after a December 3 election recount. The Electoral Officer L J Abbot said a demon on votes was expected today. Former Speaker Scholes led by a margin of votes excluding 29 ballots after the recount. In Sydney a Great Dane suffocated after being confined in a locked car. Police plan to charge the owner.
Melbourne reports CSIRO virologist Bill Snowdon will head the Australian National Animal Health Laboratory to be built in Geelong next year. The high security lab will focus on Australian Arbo encephalitis foot and mouth rinderpest blue tongue and other exotic animal diseases.
A $1,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the killers of an arah filly shot dead on Nowra property last weekend. Police believe spotlight shooters killed the $6,000 filly owned by Mr Peter Boyce after mistaking it for a kangaroo.
Victorian police boating squad to crack down on power boat drivers after a string of complaints about speedboats and skiers endangering swimmers. In Sydney a 38 year old Mount Isa man suffered serious injuries when a hang glider struck a cliff at Long Reef and fell six metres. The rider remains unnamed and hospitalized.
Former Queensland Senator Albert Patrick Field said at the weekend that he planned a two week holiday before looking for a job. He added that if he cannot find work he will probably go on pension.
A spark from an electric arc welder is believed to have caused a fire in an empty tank aboard the oil tanker Art hur Phillip, undergoing repair and not carrying oil. Three men were welding inside the tank when the fire started. no injuries were reported.
A five year old girl, Donna Marie Carr, of Nasmyth Street Young, died yesterday morning after a car left Wombat Road Young and struck a tree. Police reported a fatal road incident in Victoria with the state toll rising to 123 deaths by the period, higher than last year.
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