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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 12, 1968
Page
14
Hay and his wife Barbara plan a London launch party for The Havosin a debut novel drawing on Australian Riverina life and mutton recipes. Hay describes long research and a vision for a future trilogy exploring suburbia and urbanisation over decades.
The ABC aired two programs highlighting entertainment and satire. Roy Kinnear starred in a weak launch with a contrived plot while Benny Hill resembled his stage persona in erratic humor. The Wednesday Theatre featured a serious drama about a broken family that overstretched into fantasy, leaving viewers dissatisfied.
The article reports a late night TV program facing reception issues and public complaints. It notes a July 1965 start for full emission and a planned broadcast on February Saturday night. The channel seeks audience feedback while detailing maintenance periods and cross network time slots.
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Channel 3 reports a mount event near Pky Ann Ry Ny T Ethe Ey Sounane with limited readable text. Officials describe a puzzling incident tied to a weather scene and local activity, though specifics remain unclear in the fragment.
Esso and BHP plan to restart drilling a test well on the Kingfish oilfield near Bani Surnit. The resume follows earlier evaluations and signals ongoing energy exploration by major operators in the region.
The group reported yesterday that operations at the well were delayed by mechanical problems. A planned takeover offer valued at cash per share would likely beRecommended to shareholders after forecasts. investors await final verdict as production and employment trends impact the Brown-built project.
Directors of R W Miter Holdings Ltd refuse to call a Serene meeting and dismiss proposals by Frank Browne, former company consultant and shareholder, saying the meeting was not requisitioned under the Companies Act. A circular will be sent to shareholders addressing Browne’s grievances and company performance.
A government briefing notes oil exploration rose by about 24 percent in the past year with development activity up 20 percent. Minister Fair wir cited increased drilling in the Eastern Suburbs and a shift in exploration funding, while company directors discuss share sales and corporate governance amid a broader push for intensified exploration.
In a formal meeting held in September the financial outlook was described as high despite mixed signals from devaluation fears. Officials emphasized accounting reports and balance sheet strength while addressing concerns about sterling value and UK market conditions.
The Tand G Fire and General Insurance Co Ltd shows a profit of 1,303,076 pounds for the year to September with a steady 30 percent dividend to the parent. The balance sheet shows 4,285,872 pounds in gross premiums and movements in investments and fees. Chairman Mr H G Ryan reports NZ regulatory impacts in November and notes the current year outlook and renewal risks.
English Electric Co of Australia Pty Ltd declared a net profit of 659,861 in the year ended September and will pay its first dividend to the UK parent. The company reported an 8.4 per cent rise in profit to 58,907 and noted expansion of exports and new manufacturing lines amid improving prospects.
Directors present a summary of profits and dividends with figures like Thou $.3 per cent on paid capital Cakes $318,000 and a 12.7 percent rate versus prior year. They note higher charges and costs for the year and improved earnings despite managerial movements.
The Moomba No 7 field evaluation well near Delhi-Santos reports gas flow at 136000 and 485000 eu ft per day. Earlier Moomba No 6 and nearby wells showed various drill stem tests and recoveries, with water production and formation details noted.
New Gulf Oil and Gas Corp Ltd says it will drill an offshore well off the coast of Queensland, Australia, as part of its exploration program announced yesterday. The project targets potential reserves offshore, signaling ongoing expansion in the region.
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