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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 18, 1972
Page
1
Rainstorm sweeps Melbourne causing street flooding and rush-hour chaos. Records show streets like Gleniris and Flinders flooded, verandas damaged, and water depths reaching several feet. Widespread disruption includes power faults and impeded traffic as residents cope with record rainfall and storm debris.
In Sydney on Thursday Labor MLC refused to join the Legislative Council in today’s session regarding former Cabinet Minister Jim Maloney who announced his resignation in the council yesterday. Circumstances of his departure auto exclude him from the Labor party, though Maloney had previously signaled no intention to resign.
Norman James Parkes, ninth Clerk of the House of Representatives, set to begin tenure as Parliament opens next week. His father served as Clerk 1927 to 1937, with a 34 year career on the Hansard staff and roles including reading clerk and Sergeant at Arms.
A detailed NCDC report compiled in April examines how smaller neighbourhood stores in Canberra charge higher prices than larger outlets. It notes prices rise with limited competition, highlights discount grocers and convenience layouts in suburbs like Fyshwick and Hackett, and questions the impact on local shoppers. The document urges data on household purchasing to assess neighbourhood shopping dependence and policy effects.
The Premiers will not meet over prices as debate intensifies in parliament. Western Australia’s leader Tonkin backs a price control plan while ministers spar over consumer impact and the countrywide response.
Australia will equip anti aircraft units this year with the Redeye short range missiles. The system will be delivered by General Dynamics from the US and operated by a newly forming Light Anti Aircraft Regiment. Training uses simulators and a dedicated building for storage is noted in the report. A separate plan considers replacing the 5. sinfield guns with NATO standard options, with evaluations ongoing.
Bryce Tuddery reports on a Prime Minister Mr McMahon statement regarding Aboriginal affairs amid Commonwealth concerns. The piece hints at US actions and China, noting political tensions and upcoming coverage on page 2.
Public inquiry announced by the ACT Milk Authority into dairy industry practices. The panel will consider processing, pricing, and consumer concerns and invite submissions from producers, retailers, and consumers. A ministerial review and ordinance implications loom as the inquiry proceeds and a date is expected.
Police probe a night attack at Victoria Hospital in Blackpool after a man entered the children’s ward seeking sleeping tablets. He killed three children and injured others before fleeing, with investigators seeking motive and arresting him as a key suspect.
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