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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 19, 1956

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New Savings Banks Open Within Day Of Approval

The Prime Minister announced Cabinet approval of applications by the Bank of New South Wales and Australia and New Zealand Bank for private trading links to operate as savings banks. Both banks will open for business tomorrow, with government safeguards on deposits and investments, including allowed securities and Commonwealth guarantees. Banks must meet conditions on accounts, cheque operations, and coordination with the Central Bank on interest rates and investment policy.

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Savings Banks Open Here This Morning

Savings banks opened this morning in Canberra and Kingston with Bank of New South Wales and ANZ branches ready. The governor general issued a notice and officials said deposits would be needed to enter savings accounts. Bank managers reported readiness and urged customers to bring required documents for opening accounts.

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Oldest Bank Leads In New Savings Bank Expansion

The Bank of New South Wales Savings Bank will open in New South Wales and other colonies, with 638 branches linked to the Bank of NSW. Sir Leslie Morse announced the venture as a pioneer of free enterprise in savings banking, aiming to foster housing and long term growth across Australia. He predicted healthy competition and increased savings activity nationwide.

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Ganderra Wool Brings Record For Season

Goulburn market reports record season wool sales. A superfine bale from Sinninderra near Canberra set a new high as Merino wool fetched strong prices. Yass and surrounding lines saw favorable demand, with Sydney rates guiding trading.

Goulburn Goulburn St

Newcastle Sales Report Amid Market Confusion

Fragmentary notice describes Newcastle sales by brokers with unclear pricing and activity. It references pig and animated lumpecifion and mentions United States gear milts in a global context, with uncertain details about venues and outcomes.

Newcastle U.jg Tonkment Japan United States Ain Gear Milts

No Confidence Motion In Capetown

Capetown reports a no confidence debate in Parliament as opposition leader Mlucolong Strauss urges the National Government to abandon plans for a joint session to remove coal voters from the coalition electors roll. The government signals use of payments power while courts await possible action.

Capetown Wennessay United Party Milucolong Strauss Cole Aulrodc Govilis Tohannes

Queen Salote Won't Visit Canberra Despite Invitation

Queen Salote of Tonga expresses deep regret and says she cannot travel to Canberra. She remains in Sydney as the Governor-General invites her to Government House while officials in Canberra discuss future Australian trips.

Salote Canberra Quen Salote Australia Queen Prevanly Sydney Government House Ministre George Wheen Itc Church At Forrest Exner Aus

Sale Of Shipping Line To Joint Company On Way

Government considers selling Commonwealth ships to a joint venture. Senior official says Tasmanian and Western Australian shipping needs would be met by retaining ships in coastal trade. About 42 government owned vessels currently operate in Australian coastal routes.

Commonwealth Shipping Line Tasmania Prue Maneles Tie Alps Benatonidge Tasmanics Shipping Mensies Map MegaliaWons Shin Tas al- Waqa Austria Havana Wennesnay Lonegoph Gordale Nnite Incest

Westlake Bus Shed Vandalism Repaired After Repeat Incident

Damaged Westlake bus shed, previously fixed after a royal visit, is vandalized again. Reported attacks include tearing, smashed tiles, and graffiti urging residents to stay away. Some locals accuse hostel youths near Capitol Hill and Bullsde of causing unrest while residents call for shared responsibility.

Westlake Canberra Department of the Interior Sunberra Walla Capital Westlake Anc Uo Ibs Clatin Sping Hotel Ganbeers Weslinie

Russians May Inspect Games Sites This Month

Russian sports officials may travel to Australia this month to inspect Olympic Games sites and arrange food and accommodation. A Soviet Government Sports Committee chairman said representatives would also visit for preparatory and Olympic-martinga activities ahead of the event.

Eden to unveil major policy speech in Bradford

Prime Minister Anthony Eden plans a major policy statement in Bradford amid calls from right wing allies to outline an economic plan. The speech signals a break in silence since political turmoil and aims to detail government schemes to boost British industry with qualified technologists.

Wedel AAP Reule Anthony Eden Yorkshire Ely Bradford Anthony Pir Expec Aind Te Sefoyrshile Ais Wim Tikenhowen

Extensions To Sewerage Works Being Rushed

Plans to extend Canberra sewerage facilities aim for completion before spring. The project, costing 210000 pounds, will improve capacity for up to 10000 residents and relieve pressure on existing systems during peak loads.

Ergonl Merase Act Canberra

Judge To Hear Wharf Dispute In Commonwealth Court

Sydney reporters note a forthcoming Friday hearing before Mr Justice Ashlurner on a wide waterfront dispute involving shipowners and waterside workers across Australia. Negotiations continue at the central issue of pay demands and proposed increases, with no immediate statement from Mr Moule. talks to resume tomorrow.

Sydney ATU Lon Wie State Labour Council Moule Aganisations Ba Dng Unio

Cuba Declines Russian Aid

Havana rejects a Soviet offer of money and technical aid. The government states it will maintain its policies and sever diplomatic ties rather than accept assistance from Moscow.

Cuba

War chief sets new car prices in Sinpey line

British war chief Sir William Fontes inspected Sinpey car prices yesterday. Other car makers said there would be price cuts from several brands as he assumed leadership of the Arm.

William Fontes

Wage Increases Eyed as Living Costs Rise Across States

Governments weigh further raises as cost of living climbs. Federal and state actions threaten wage disparities. private vs public sector pay gaps spark debate. Officials say unfairness grows for workers on fixed or pegged incomes while costs surge since the last adjustment.

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Treasury claims wage rise affects employers and workers

The government faces calls to provide funds amid wages and salaries increases tied to a wage spiral. Premier Bolte signals support for rising living costs while industry groups warn of higher prices and broader economic impact. National trade union leaders expect the wage rise to raise prices and spending power, noting it as largely inevitable.

Ultiokale Vichity Bolte Vietoruk J.B. Griffin Retail Tracors’ Association Grziin Sud HL. J. Noels Warmers and Letters Association The Reverated Ironworkers 'Association Mr. K. Short

Commonwealth crisislooms as Asia and Africa await capelawn visit

The report notes a high level briefing on Commonwealth ties and possible reaffirmation of membership as leaders prepare declarations. Also reported is the death of Pioneer Maknaby in Sydney, described as the first pioneer missionary from Australia to the South Pacific. In Germany, West Germany’s motor car output set a multi year record, with Brent vehicle leading production.

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