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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 17, 1973

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Darwin land prices plan faces Northern Territory review

The minister for the Northern Territory, Mr Enderby, announced a government plan to curb falter prices and push housing development. A task force will study land tenure, with collaboration from the Southern Territory and the ACH Advisory Council as part of a broader housing development effort in Darwin and the Northern Territory.

Northern Territory Faderby Duin Mernueray Urban Aml Arenhil Bank Mindferis Australian Capital Territory Anguiey Wayne Enderby Than Regina Souther Terntane

Commonwealth to fund two thirds of urban transport upgrades

The Commonwealth Government offered to cover two thirds of public transport improvement costs in cities. Transport Minister Hones told state ministers the plan was approved in principle and would extend to major provincial centers after comprehensive investigations. He urged rapid, well studied action to connect regional hubs with state capitals.

Commonwealth Hones Jones

Aborigines in Perth face squatting hardship and housing crisis

In Perth many Aborigines live on river banks near Couchord amid a housing shortage. Families endure improvised shelters, holes dug for beds, and reliance on donations. Officials say immediate housing is the urgent need while aid can provide funds and clothing. Some have traveled long distances seeking work with limited success.

Eral Reyant Pilbara Cies Salitiane Perth Tavators Larsups State Hereing Comision Mokena Department

Health funds shift toward preventive care in Australia

Dr Everingham urged reallocation of Commonwealth health funds from hospital expansion to preventive and community services. He spoke after a NSW University symposium where critics argued for stronger support of community health centres linked to Social Security welfare facilities to help broader social needs.

Sydney Commonwealth Health Healily Dr Evering Everingham University of Nsw School of Health Administration Department of Social Security

Iron ore contracts warning from Opposition spokesman

In Canberra yesterday the Opposition spokesman Mr Fairnbairn warned the Government could not escape responsibility to the mining industry by insisting iron ore contracts be written in Australian dollars. He urged action to address the industry’s concerns amid ongoing pressure and policy debate.

National Development Fairnbairn Canberra

Test cricketers clash in Jamaica match delayed

Omitted Adelaide fast bowler Jel Hammond 22 is picked to lead Australia against the West Indies in Jamaica. NSW teammate John Benand features as Deng Wiras’ side gains an early 12 run lead before Canberra’s Smyth and Samuels emerge as top wicket takers in ACT Cricket Association action.

Adelaide Jel Hammond Bob Manic Australia Treat West Indies Bohne Port Jamaica Deng Wiras Nsw John Benand Canberra Graeme Smithy Gary Samuels ACT Cricket Association Smyth Lanting

Snedden appoints Dr Hugh Best as private secretary

The Birde party clash over staff reshuffle as Prime Minister Whitlam and opposition leader Snedden reveal senior appointments. Snedden names Dr Hugh Best, former Royal Melbourne Hospital assistant chemical superintendent and Melbourne University SRC president, as private secretary.

Mrr Whitham Snedden Suney Melbourne Staf Hugh Best Hest Royal Melbourne Hospital Melbourne University Students’ Representative Council Whitlam Peter Wilenski Sydney University Studenta Dr Best Publc Service Board Sedden Sil Secrerv

Government to seek voice in management of transport authorities

The Australian Government plans to influence public transport bodies through planning and operational policies. Ministers described studies on urban growth, regional balance, and the feasibility of new transport technologies, with departments and agencies collaborating to guide passenger and freight movements and regional development.

Urhaganil” Regional “Development Uren Cimherra Transmivter

Tighter control on emissions and vehicle exhaust

Ministers in Hoare yesterday issued a statement on tighter emissions controls. The transport minister and state ministers discussed measures to reduce exhaust pollution and improve flow, with mentions of seat belt and safety upgrades.

Mr Jones Hoare Anbérra

Oil strike value still to be worked out on coast

A Western Australia oil discovery near the Northwest Shelf is under review as officials report inefficient work in assessing its commercial potential. In other news, ACT Milk Authority suggests widening the milk supply to Con. Sherra with favorable notes on cheaper milk. Multiple items from pages 2 to 10 cover government, education, foreign affairs, and cultural commentary.

Woodside-Burmahis Australia Cauthon ‘Amie A.C.T. Milk ACT Milk Authority Mater

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