07 Jan 1972
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1972
Page
1
The agency proposes a federal ban on vexachinrophene used in feminine products amid health concerns. Officials say tests show potential germ exposure and aerosol risks. authorities warn about infections in patients and seek to restrict use pending further study and public safety assessments.
A chaotic health centre plan in Canberra faces opposition as the National Capital Development Commission contemplates new centres in Higgins Hill and surrounding suburbs. The report notes demographic pressures and calls for a comprehensive overhaul of health services and community facilities amid budget strains and political contention.
The September quarter shows a sharp drop in NSW and ACT general practitioner fee observance for consultations from 74 percent pre July last year to 53 percent. Senator Sir Kenneth Anderson warned that home visit fee observance also fell, with only 8 percent after the July date, amid AMA concerns and government fee recommendations. He noted higher charges in Sydney-area associations and urged AMA action while high service areas held steadier observance.
Police traced a violent incident through unclear OCR text noting a Mr Fine Taylor Ned Nom 9 pistol and a threat with a knife at an address in Perth. The damaged source obscures exact names, dates, and places, leaving a fragmentary report of a stabbing or robbery case investigated by local authorities.
A historical account notes Edrom Lodge slated for conversion into a minimum security prison under NSW authorities. It details regulatory steps, ownership, and proposed use by the NSW Department of Corrective Services, with timelines referencing 1970 and 1971 negotiations and approvals.
A young man named Colin was severely injured when his leg was amputated after a fall from the Overland Express near the 22nd mile post between Dim Poole and Gerane Getunar, northwest of Melbourne. He was taken to Wimmera Bas Hospital in Horsham in serious condition. his brother Jim, 18, was traveling with him and slept during the return trip. The accident occurred as the train approached Spencer Street station in Melbourne.
Tey banana Pasag Wallers became the first man to score a century before lunch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Walers made 127 of Australia’s 317 in the second innings, setting up a close finish against the Rest of the World who were 96 runs short, with Sobers steering a famed innings of 783.
A new cyclone buffets the Cape York area with 60 mph winds offshore from Thursday night into Friday. The storm, the second North Queensland cyclone this week, appears to move slowly south along the coast from Gay Island to Aurukun and near Wel to the west. Official reports note gales and rising seas as authorities monitor the system.
Melbourne reports a conference due in January where arguments will unfold on charter rights. American carriers Trane International Airlines and World Airways seek new rights for charter flights to Australia.
A government announcement said funds totaling 5500 were allocated for the Avakation Red Cross to deliver vaccines to East Bengal. The plan covers international aid doses, with serum and syringes to be transported by boat next Saturday to the Dacca area as requested by health authorities.
A Japanese steel industry spokesman questioned claims of a 10 day local reprieve and argued Australian iron ore shipments may not drop 30 percent in the new fiscal year. He noted negotiations with miners Hamersley and Newman for the year’s quota. buyers may defer or trim imports by small margins.
The Canberra Times reports Page 6 lists road safety class enrolments for Canberra primary school children over eight. More than 1,000 children have enrolled. classes run daily at 9 am 10 30 am 12 30 pm and 1 pm. The ACT Police conduct the sessions and aim to place children in unbooked sections.
David Dons, Mosman’s noted art collector, pleads with thieves who seized 27 valuable paintings to spare the works if they cannot sell them. The total value is estimated at 310,000 pounds.
Australian telephone data shows a busy period from December 24 to year end with a record 17 007 overseas calls made. The figure highlights high international communication activity in that year.
A protester ends a prolonged embassy vigil as police warn of possible action. The report notes British troops in Northern Ireland and touches on broader Asia and Pacific developments, with mentions of markets, financial pages, and international tensions.
The Canberra Times reports the Higher School Certificate examination results for Canberra and nearby areas are expected to be published on January 19. The notice specifies the examination results and the role of the School Certificate examination in the local education system.
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