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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1972
Page
1
A fragmentary report notes the Freedom from Hunger Campaign supporting tenants to convert a guest house into an Aboriginal hostel in Alice Springs. Spokesperson Ron Lisson cites Aboriginal Development as oversight while campaign details remain unclear.
In Sydney a reported $80 million coal mining and export project by Clutha Development Pty Ltd south of Soneye is said to be abandoned. The government cited uncertain coal orders, rising wages, and industry downturn as factors.
Tokyo dispatch from AFP notes additional Japanese troops moving toward Guam as American forces on the island brace for renewed action. The report describes intensified troop deployments and heightened security measures around key positions, with no immediate tally of casualties.
Fragmentary OCR text provides few readable items with unclear names or details. The snippet mentions numbers and possible locations but lacks coherent events, making precise summary difficult.
Federal Treasurer Mr Snedden told a Perth luncheon the government would not be idle in curbing inflation and expected growth to rise about four percent this year. He defended government unemployment action and rejected Whitlam forecasts of 30,000 more job losses, saying the economy remains strong despite weak sectors. In Brisbane, a Liberal National convention criticized economic confidence and urged a national planning advisory board and price income wage policies. Newcastle reports 700 Lysaght Mayfield workers to be retrenched as a building division closes.
Sydney reports Minister of Justice Maddison will visit Eden Wednesday to face protests regarding the resumption of a six guest bound for a prison camp. Local officials warn against disruption as authorities plan security measures amid public anger.
Federal Cabinet met briefly after a strained session. In the absence of the Treasurer Lascides, ministers discussed rural issues and the state of agricultural policy. A statement issued after the meeting outlined no major policy shifts and emphasized ongoing work.
A man injured in a Friday fight outside the Hungarian Attalliga Club in Bicknon died in Cane herra Hospital yesterday afternoon. Police seek witnesses and information. A post-mortem will be held today. Detectives R. Pight and W. Beale of CID appeal for interviews.
Police continue a search for a man who held up the National Bank in North Recta this afternoon and escaped with more than 3,300. Witnesses described a lone robber who fled on foot before officers arrived. Investigators pursue leads as the town reels from the bold crime.
Senior Australian and Indonesian diplomats will meet in Jakarta in August to launch a regular exchange of views on international issues. Prime Minister McMahon and President Suharto discussed broader cooperation with Japan to foster stability and economic growth in Southeast Asia. They agreed there is scope to extend bilateral military cooperation without a formal pact, and to hold official expert talks to sustain regional dialogue.
The article records a political dispute over electricity pricing and household heating costs. It notes a confrontation among lawmakers including Mr Gore and Welsh about the purpose of electricity subsidies. It references a broad debate on national energy policy and domestic fuel use.
A London led initiative explores a UK backed reform plan for Northern Ireland to share ministerial power with Catholics, aiming to calm Stormont tensions. Some propose including unity as a disqualifier for office while accepting the Northern Ireland government’s lawful position. Britain may resist a full commitment, while Heath urges end to violence. Separately, a Sydney police search continues for a Fedgara suspect after a bomb attack on a Surrey Hills National Association office damaged property with no injuries.
Federal executive of the Shop Assistants and Warehouse Employees union sacked key leaders and disbanded the Canberra sub branch during a special executive meeting. A five day working week proposal was discussed for the Commonwealth Court and Arbitration Commission while preparations for fresh elections were outlined to be held in February or March. MP Alain Stewart reacted to the executive decisions and voiced support for the union’s reform efforts.
Power workers appear ready to broaden industrial action after a vote endorsing further action beyond current stoppages. Unclear details suggest union leaders anticipate a larger walkout affecting facilities and services, with discussions ongoing on next steps and possible escalation.
The discussion centers on how the Commonwealth policy on Aborigines is not clearly defined. It questions whether Aboriginal languages can convey precise meaning and highlights the risk of misinterpretation or misleading implications under the policy.
Five or more teens contend for the Sportsperson of the Year honor, with coverage hinting at young athletes in the running. Other pages provide additional context.
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