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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 19, 1968

Page

6

State of Our Union Address on Budget and Economic Goals

The President outlines a new budget approach for fiscal 1969 with a focus on mandatory spending, social security, Medicare and other funds, while aiming to hold outlays near 1968 levels. He advocates tax increases to reduce the deficit, calls for congressional cooperation, and emphasizes reforms to strengthen the international monetary system, reduce travel and balance-of-payments deficits, and pursue growth with prudent cuts to less urgent programs. The speech urges continued national unity, debates on proposals, and commitment to long term economic expansion.

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Technical exam results and education system notes

Fragmentary OCR text outlines technical education exams and the structure of a commerce school. It references committees, boards, and examination processes with scattered mentions of dates, places, and individuals, but clarity and specifics are limited by the damaged source.

School of Commerce

Greyhound fields of top class at Queanbeyan showground

Tonight's greyhound meeting at the Queanbeyan Showground features top class fields for 380yd and 540yd events. Key races include The Federal Stake on Rocket Spit, The Farrer Stake on Astros, and the 90-MONARO MAITEN event. Numerous contenders such as PALADIN BOY, HOT CHILL, and ROCKET loom as potential winners with strong form and notable tracks at Queanbeyan and nearby venues.

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Strike delays racing meetings at Randwick

Unclear text reports a strike affecting racing events at Randwick with mentions of nominations and meeting closures. The record notes extended deadlines and potential further action if the strike continued, citing an AJC spokesman and references to nominations and weekend schedules.

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Dry threatens dam fish near Lake Euicdmbene

The report warns that a dam could reduce water flow within 20 days, threatening fish populations and possibly causing irreversible declines. It argues for a minimal release to protect aquatic life, noting such water would not affect irrigation needs and urging action by the NSW Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission.

NSW Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission

Anglers report strong fishing across Burrinjuck and coast areas

The report notes excellent fly fishing in recent weeks at Burrinjuck and Lake Burley Griffin with anglers catching hundreds, including a 4 brown fly win. Red Tag Club members in Victoria reported large fish taken, while camping patrons logged over 2000 fat fish. In South Coast and Moruya Geoff Smith, 14,1 from Moe, Victoria, caught a 21 inch yellowtail. Bays and rivers around Tomakin, Montague, and Narooma show good whiting and flathead catches, with Jewies in the Ned river and Durras area producing small trout and bream.

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Young swimmer sets record at Canberra meet

Eight year old Peter Megoua swam a record time of 4 1 6 seconds in the under eight boys event at the Canberra Swimming Epee Club meet. Competitors included Peter, Chert, and Lenehan among others, with traces of event notes and timings from the night.

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