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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 27, 1958

Page

5

Education reform urged for Papua New Guinea

Mr John Bunting and Norman Cowper push wider education and economic freedoms in the territory. They urge schooling for all, constitutional change toward Australian Territory status, reduced taxes on cocoa and copra, and faster policy decisions to spur private enterprise and growth beyond prewar levels.

Papua- New Guinea Jay John Bunting Legislative Council Bunting Papus Australia New Guinea Sie Norman Cowper Calwell Labour Party Holland Indonesia Dutch New Guinea Siam Colombo Port Moresby Rabaul New ‘Guinea

Hasluck Talks Papua New Guinea Future Policy and Self Government

Australian official H. Hasluck told a summer school audience that no fixed target date exists for PNG self government, stressing gradual administrative build up and local decision making. He warned against premature moves and favored close Commonwealth ties, with eventual negotiated arrangements.

Australian Institute of Political Science Papua-New Guinea United Nations Hasluck Papua New Guinea Ision

Visionary Papua New Guinea policy questioned in school talk

John Hohnen of Wau criticizes Commonwealth policy as unrealistic and patchwork. He argues private enterprise needs seven tax free years and clearer investment guidance, while administration remains focused on native welfare and chaotic taxation. Dr. Brookfield notes European development risks and calls for better transport and capital, warning small farmer settlements at high cost.

Commonwealth Papua New Guinea Legislative Council John Hohnen Wau Australian Institute of Political Science Australia Hohnen Papua New Guinea H. C. Brookfield Australian National University Brookfield Nion

Speedy relief from BACKACHE

An early report notes relief from backache using a new remedy. The item emphasizes rapid effect and mentions a brief trial period and generic medical endorsement.

Brindabella Angler Reels In Giant Trout Feat

A 22 inch trout from Brindabella River drew cheers as Mr Boott battled the fish for about 20 minutes. He fought from the bank using a two pound breaking nylon line, noting the river was very low.

Brindsdighbee River Brindabella

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