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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1973
Page
13
February changes to divorce law aim to lower costs and simplify processes. Provisions remove many details from the petition and allow undefended hearings with limited court involvement, cutting fees and enabling faster outcomes.
Farmers in drought affected areas are asked to register with the Commonweath Improvement Service at the Shine Chambers, Canning, by Wednesday. The plan allows part time wage work with a weekly schedule and manages fees, with applicants expected to attend a work and attendance day.
The article discusses expectations of a currency revaluation for the Yen by less than ten percent tied to government measures to stimulate overseas trade. Analysts in Australia and elsewhere weigh potential impacts on markets as domestic policy shifts and global factors influence exchange rates.
Wreck Bay residents led by Bob Brown call for formal declaration of the surrounding acres as a nature reserve on the South Coast. A spear fishing contest near Wreck Bay drew four competitors and criticism after two trailer loads of fish were dumped at a naval rubbish tip. The Aboriginal settlement of Willape, home to about 180 people, notes historical interest with the discovery of two skeletons over a century old.
In Sydney the Federal Government outlined steps to cut the backlog of housing applicants by streamlining conveyancing procedures and reducing legal costs. Minister Johnson noted 93,100 outstanding applications and a 12,000 yearly housing commission availability, proposing private sector experts to study faster ownership pathways.
NSW will introduce two full time pre employment courses adapted from Canberra Technical College. The program blends general studies with technical work and aims to train students for apprenticeships in carpentry, bricklaying, fitting and machining. Courses include a one year pathway to apprenticeship and a composite option in engineering trades with entry into Stage 7 upon completion. The plan envisions a mix of full time and sandwich style study across selected colleges with eventual advancement to part time certificates.
The college will offer two year courses in technical subjects such as mechanics engineering and related fields. The program requires about 25 weeks of attendance per year at the college and aims to prepare students for middle level positions with responsibility.
The Canberra Terri fice College introduces new courses in commerce and secretarial studies including a receptionist course for dealing with the public, plus one year and evening options. Secretarial training emphasizes shorthand and typing, with advanced options. Commerce offers a one year credit theory and practice course for fundamental procedures. Courses run at Woden High, Canberra High, Reid College, and main campuses with evening attendance available.
Dr Renoo Suvannasit secretary general of Thailand's National Economic Development Board urged Australians to boost technical and educational support for Thailand during his Canberra visit. He travels to Griffith Sydney and the Gold Coast after touring Perth Melbourne and Cooma to study Australia s industry and agriculture and to promote Thai tourism and wider travel within Thailand.
More than 350 attendees, mainly women, joined the first National conference of the Women's Electoral Lobby at Burgmann College, ANU. Representatives from 22 branches discussed future guidelines, Canberra as 1973 focus, and plans for a central information clearing house, with proposals on consumer education and rights, Aboriginal and migrant inclusion, and reproductive policy.
Hobart reports Minister for the Environment Dr Cass favours a formal inquiry into the flooding of Lake Pedder after touring the Gordon River project. He cites potential saved futures and conflict avoidance, but stops short of pledging restoration and awaits Cabinet approval on terms. The cost to save the lake alone or with the Serpentine is discussed.
The Australian Council of Salaned and Professional Associations backs Minister Cameron's plan to overhaul the Conctation and Arbitration Act. ACSPA urges a review by a committee and reports before enactment. The statement recalls past amendments by Dr PH Cook and notes their lack of improvement to arbitration, urging conciliation priority. First Canberra residential leases begin today with restricted auctions across 84 leases in Chapman and linked suburbs, followed by further allocations through the week and into February.
Goodradigbee Shire Council considers subdivision of Adaska Pastoral Co property into 40 acre allotments between Murrumbateman and Canberra. Outside council limits, referral to National Capital Development Commission and NSW State Planning Authority planned. Councillor Hodgkinson cites 6000 to 7040 acres owners wish to subdivide. developers ASL Developments seek to present case due to special circumstances.
Australian film and theatre veteran Alec Kellaway died at Mater Hospital after a long illness. Born in 1899 in South Africa, Kellaway arrived in Australia in the 1920s and became a musical comedy star before entering film with Cinesound. He later supported Cine Sound in Hollywood and appeared in works like Broken Melody, Dad and Dave Came to Town, Come Up Smiling, and Pacific Adventure before returning to J. C. Williamson's in the late 1940s for successful stage productions including Annie Get Your Gun and Paint Your Wagon.
The NSW Department of Lands approves a plan for a historical farm museum near Moss Vale. A 500 grant will fund final work on the project. The site will house old farm buildings, tools, and machinery, with picnic areas and a farm residence plus out-buildings moved to the site by the local historical society.
Credit Australia has released the third instalment of its aid package totaling S700 for Indonesia. The step follows prior disbursements and signals ongoing financial support, with officials noting continued collaboration and monitoring of use.
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