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05 Jan 1974
Page 1
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1974
Page
1
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Engineers in Queanbeyan failed to rectify a fault at the sewerage pump station causing raw sewage to flow into the Queanbeyan River and Lake Burley Griffin area. Work continued late into the night with authorities warning that river contamination could persist and affect local watercourses and By-pass works downstream.
A report on rising GIO insurance costs cites NSW regions Newcastle Wollongong and surrounding districts. Officials discuss average premiums, proposed changes, and the impact on the insurance market as stakeholders seek rate clarity and policy adjustments.
Mixed weekend forecast with calm conditions and mild temperatures. Light to moderate westerly winds are expected, with daytime highs around 24 degrees and recent days dipping to near 3 degrees.
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President Nixon plans a major effort to win support from industrialised nations and Arab oil producers for coordinated action to ease a global oil shortage. Henry Kissinger backs a broad energy alliance, urging major consumers and producers to avoid price and supply wars and to prevent a worldwide economic slump.
In Canberra the opposition leader Mr Snedden urged immediate action to curb new exploitation wells and to boost incentives for locating oil and mineral resources. He warned the world oil crisis underscored the need for a national plan and faster exploration to achieve self sufficiency.
The Wigest mest-canning company in New South Wales announced it will relocate its production plant from Water Joon to Wagga. It is described as one of Australia’s oldest meat canning companies.
Prohibited areas were declared around the lake and Molonglo River after ACT Health Services warned pollution could pose a health hazard. Swimmers and yachtsmen faced a lake ban, with officials stating acceptable water organism levels. Four days estimated for possible relaxation, depending on rainfall and dilution factors. Officials noted raw sewage, dilution, and risk mainly to ingestion rather than direct contact, and urged against fishing or handling contaminated water. Races and boating were delayed as authorities enforced the closure and advised participants to withdraw if not performing well.
Holden informed Prime Minister Whitlam yesterday of vehicle price hikes effective from January 7 under the Prices Justification Tribunal framework. The statement outlined specific new prices for Belmont, Kingswood, Premier, Monaro, Torana, and other models, citing efficiency concerns and extra charges noted by the tribunal.
Paul Dann writes of a two night and no days journey from Moscow to Yerevan in Armenia. The piece centers on a train trip and two young people sharing the long voyage. Also on the Saturday Page is a story about a house full of wild mice and an own poetry feature.
Government planned introduction of legislation later this year to allow adults to import their own hard core pornography. Political coverage notes leaders and policy debates across departments, with reference to taxation, enforcement, and regulatory oversight. The report lists related parliamentary inquiries, international court considerations, and regional political reactions.
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