07 Feb 1967
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 07, 1967
Page
1
Temperatures in Canberra run 12 degrees above normal for three days with today’s max around 92F. Thousands seek relief at Olympic Pool and Dickson Pool as officials note the heat is unusual for June.
The ACT Advisory Council continued its push for a Canberra lottery at Night 10s, recommending that the Tonalizator Agency Board promote four lottery games in the ACT.
Hackett Heights residents faced a water supply cut for over an hour amid a dry spell caused by persistent northerly winds. Canberra reports describe extreme heat, bushfire risk, and government requests for public safety actions while officials consider water pressure and supply disruptions.
Papua New Guinea officials debate prepayment of mineral royalties to Bougainville landowners amid mining plans by Australis Pty Ltd. The dispute, tied to a Papua New Guinea House of Assembly ordinance, centers on government use of authority and the handling of payments during active prospecting for copper ore deposits on Bougainville.
Soviet Prime Minister Kosygin told reporters in London that international developments were at a very serious stage and detente was imperative. He said Britain would play a positive role in easing urgent problems, naming East West relations and Vietnam as key issues.
Bougainville officials push a 3 per cent royalty and extra land payments while discussing the Federal Government's mineral policy and the benefit to local customary landowners. Officials stress informed choices and public interest amid opposition from assembly members.
The widow faced disconnection of her telephone service after her son, who once lived with her, left and incurred about $100 in debt. An advisory council had indicated disconnection with notice, and a representative said service could be restored once the son settled the account. The case highlighted disputes over responsibility for the bill and alleged lack of notice.
A fragmented remark argues parole processes are incomplete and require extensive work. It warns that the public remains poorly educated about dangers in various areas and calls for clearer communication and safeguards.
Actress Martine Carol dies of a heart attack at Hotel de Paris Monte Carlo at age 46. She was staying with her British husband Michael Eland 45 during a weekend visit arranged for the premiere of Arrivederci Baby with Tony Curtis and Zsa Zsa Gabor.
London authorities grant Robert Bland a 12 month stay in Britain for work. The decision comes after the Spartics Society director Mr J A Loring notes the application was supported by 500 work permit vouchers amid processing delays and controversy.
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