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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 24, 1972

Page

13

Mother as strong contender for Berowra seat in Liberal field

A mother of three, Violet Paul of Hornsby, emerges from 27 candidates as a front runner for the federal seat of Berowra left vacant by former Attorney-General Hughes. She campaigns amid Liberal Party backing and endorsements from party figures, with a preselection ballot set for February.

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Colour TV date debate in Parliament stalls colour rollout

The Australian parliament considered delaying the colour television rollout. Senator McClelland urged postponement to allow industry to prepare, noting costs rise with longer delays. The Postmaster General indicated time needed for preparation, while the government hinted at a planned introduction after a longer interval.

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PMG disruption threat in Sydney unions rally

Meetings in Sydney this week aim to decide the future of PMG operations amid threatened service disruption. Metal trades unions demand wage rises and industry allowances as clerks and linemen plan joint protests, with multiple units meeting at Wentworth Park and Trades Hall to set action.

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Biggest ship enters Port Kembla for maiden voyage

The 10,000 ton bulk ore carrier Gither, hailed as the largest ship to enter Port Kembla, is expected to make its maiden voyage next month aboard the MV fron Son ersbyy amid a flurry of port records and ceremonial preparations.

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Drug Offences by Young Offenders Reported in Victoria

Police drug squad statistics show more than 75 percent of drug offenders in Victoria last year were under 25. Inspector Kytee Powell said eight armed chemist shop hold ups were the first on record in the state. A total of 127 people faced drug offences, 49 aged under 28, with about 30 individuals responsible for most pharmacy breakings in Victoria last year.

Mpelbourne Police Victoria Kytee Powell

Australia poll shows lotteries favored while betting and casinos split

A nationwide Gallup poll reports lotteries and raffles with valuable prizes as the preferred forms of gambling, with about 80 percent support. Football pools and off course betting also gain substantial backing, while Western Australia lags behind other states. Opinions vary across regions and gender, with notable distinctions between NSW, Victoria, and Tasmania.

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Diversification Brings Rural Optimism in Inverell NSW

In Inverell NSW diversification across primary industries including wool and wheat sparks optimism. Minister for Public Works warns against overreach while urging Canberra to accelerate finance for industrial reconstruction. Strong belief graziers move toward fat lambs coarse grains and new markets, but wheat storage remains a priority to cushion fluctuations.

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