15 Jan 1975
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1975
Page
1
Imoomie tax collections rise by more than 1200 million, reaching 3509 million in the first six months of the financial year, up from 2299 million a year earlier. Inflation and higher incomes drive the gain, which more than doubles the 681 million tax cuts announced by Prime Minister Whitlam, taking effect this month.
NSW power workers face a crucial vote on lifting supply restrictions as four day week zoning begins. Trades and Labour Council orders a return to arbitration over wages, while employers seek mass standdowns. Premier Lewis warns of emergency parliament measures with heavy fines for disrupting essential services.
December saw a marked rise in new lending by major trading banks with weekly lending and increased approvals near 98 million dollars, up 23 million from November. Overdraft limits reached 10 498 dollars as deposits rose 388 million to 12 308 million, aided by seasonal government account deficits and higher cleared cheques.
Cambodian Navy sources report 25 killed and 42 wounded as gunboats shelled Mekong river convoys carrying people and supplies. Across Australia 1974 road accidents fell by 113 from 1973, NSW lead with 1,274 deaths, Victoria down 131, Queensland 308, WA 338 to 3325 in total.
A 60 year old grandmother Alice Dakin was accused of un gentlemanly conduct after an incident at Stourbridge Football Club's home end Graben Williams, a former Welsh international, was punched in the mouth as the club was ordered to appear before the disciplinary commission to answer a charge of crowd misbehaviour with Keith also involved in the affair.
Deputy Leader of the Country Party Mr Sinclair urged Parliament be recalled to review the economy. He argued a joint session would permit searching discussion and constructive suggestions on national economy management and compel the Prime Minister to return and explain plans for the nation’s economic health.
Councils around the ACT region await Sunday unemployment figures to apply for Regional Employment Development grants. Yass Mayor Terry Clayton says urgent inquiries will be made to the Department of Labor and Immigration for unemployed data. Gunning Shire and Yarrowlumla Shire clerks report prior grant applications and ongoing projects to improve towns, with Meadow Creek Reserve and guttering works among priorities.
The Australian cabinet planned to drop a submission to increase the Regional Employment Development Scheme to 250 million while critics in Labor and immigration argued the funds could be better spent elsewhere. Victorian Premier Hamer and NSW Government joined Victoria in a High Court challenge to the scheme.
A financial brief notes Ford car firm plans a twelve percent tax cut proposal. The report hints at urgent testing needs and potential ACC modifications while warning about GM H strategic moves.
The Federal Government announced tariff quotas on men's shirts woven pyjamas and nightwear and increased duty on imported tyres. Senator Willesee confirmed acceptance of recommendations from the Textiles Authority of Industries Assistance Commission and said short term aid would be provided pending TAC report in 1976.
A South Australian grazier in Melbourne advertised to sell an eye and kidneys for transplant use due to drought and falling cattle prices. He also claimed a heart and lungs would be available soon if prices did not recover. The man, 45, Mr White of Meadow Valleys, runs about 200 head of cattle and said he had exhausted options after years of lows and failed sales.
The United States formally protested continued violations of the arms peace agreement by North Vietnam. The action highlights ongoing tensions as negotiations falter and terms remain disputed between the two sides.
Cyprus remains tense nearly six months after fighting began between Greek and Turkish factions. Reports describe ongoing clashes and political maneuvering as international mediators search for a ceasefire. Local authorities urge restraint while civilians face curfews and shortages.
A report notes several new commercial radio stations set to be established soon in New South Wales and Victoria. The article mentions five new stations and forty low power stations under consideration and outlines regulatory steps and potential timelines.
In Launceston yesterday the MCC game saw a batsman felled by consecutive bouncers as tensions rose in the month’s action. The incident prompted play to halt briefly amid the on-field melee and crowd reaction.
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