09 Jan 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1965
Page
1
The Cane fra waiting list for houses grows to 239000 with 1838 figures noted. Despite 14000 granted tenancies and removals, many applicants remain on the list as overall housing schemes continue. The December session discusses housing supply and allocations nationwide.
A review of a high-profile murder case led to the reduction of the death sentence for the defendant. The appeals court cited issues in the original trial and ordered a new sentencing proceeding while leaving other verdicts intact.
A public notice describes a lawn substitution trial by the Nas natal Capital Development agency. It seeks an alternative plant to replace gravel and turf areas near Adelaide Avenue and State Line, with flowering varieties and green foliage to be trialed over several weeks starting in June.
Fragmented text references Hasire and HAL, mixed language notes, and vague legal and traffic mentions. Contains garbled names and stray phrases about Friday, English language, and Fond Gandine. No coherent event, person, or place described.
Ten people detained as blast damages grounds and nearby residences. Police report power outages and fallen trees. security forces guard the area while Princess Marguerite remains indoors with guests at a local estate. Authorities investigate possible harassing incidents linked to protests in the region.
Frayed municipal band faces possible demise after resignations and missing personnel threaten next performance in Cooma. Officials cite lack of players and unreliable leadership as key factors driving uncertainty.
A confused report details two scholars injured during a campus or retreat incident. The account references medical aid, time, and surrounding locations as responders treat minor and unspecified injuries. The piece hints at emergency actions and possible investigations.
A second summons was issued to NSW Legislative Assembly Speaker Maher after Miss Elizabeth Shepherd, once a North Sydney typist, faced questions in a case described by officials as tied to a drunken driving matter. The hearing was adjourned with Shepherd remaining in court and Maher remanded in custody proceedings continuing.
Indonesian leader denounces United Nations and western agencies amid a surge of raiders and regional tensions. He vows to resist international interference while rallying support for anti Malaysia actions and domestic unity.
The report notes widespread condemnation of attacks on the United Nations as world powers discuss escalating tensions. It mentions Indonesian and Indonesian allied officials, alongside observers, debating the feasibility of new international plans and responses. A U.N. envoy faces scrutiny amid calls for action.
Fragmentary text references results, dates, and places around New South Wales Canberra region. Mentions January 14 publication, schools, Legume could be Legume or local terms, and multiple place names like Queanbeyan and Queanbeyan.
Voters weigh how public vows shape politics as a Senate recount unfolds this Saturday. Features cover TV arts, garden services, and church activities, with notes on ordinary classifieds and weather outlooks across pages 9 10 11 and 12.
Twenty five years ago Canberra faced a government backed drive to enroll youths to age 21 in a war savings plan. The Treasury backed the scheme amid rising prices and wartime austerity as a public appeal urged reduced water use and curbs on consumption. The report notes inflation, price shifts, and a drive that touched daily life from cars to groceries and school enrollment.
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