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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1965
Page
20
Canberra letters recount private enterprises in Government flats and sly electrical use, a spate of odd tenants, and hidden suppliers. Archbishops, journalists, and academics are profiled, with note of Australian journalism recruitment and a baffling care for old texts and trivia.
The Department of the Interior tests a torpedo lifebuoy for potential use on Lake Burley Griffin to improve water safety. Officials describe staged trials and safety guidelines for potential deployment.
Police on the New South Wales south coast widened their search for a man linked to the January 19 shooting of Mr and Mrs Velonjas at Narrahundah. A possible sighting near Moraya prompted renewed efforts as detectives from Canberra traveled to Melbourne to assist, with investigations extending to the Velonias family.
Delegates at the 79th AWU conference authorized penalties against alleged negligent members and minority control risks. Mir Dougherty warned of major disputes and the union prepared measures while debating affiliation with ACTU and credential challenges from South Australia. The session faced delays as arbitration hearing dates were set for February 9 and a resumption planned for next week.
No swimming learn to swim classes will be held on Sayly day this week at edther the Manuka oof Olympie Powls. The Nidal classes at Miauba pial are also canceled for Mion day evening.
Federal Cabinet's defence and foreign affairs committee offered no decision on Malaysia's request for more Australian defence aid. Prime ministers and ministers weighed Indonesian border tensions, potential troop deployments, and Malaysia's arms and training needs.
Leading citizens gathered at the Hotel Canberra for a retirement dinner honoring C D Velwenlom. The CHL and Australian press associations were mentioned among attendees, with Indonesian troops and field notes referenced in a fragmented, uncertain report about the event.
Police distribute 500 more circulars and 400 special circulars linked to last week's shooting of Mr and Mrs Harry Velonias at the Sar Rabundah residence. New photographs of Stafanes Velonias are released to aid investigation while officers review signals from a dog attack near the Eleventh Street home.
The Canberra Greek community continues a street by street collection for the Velonius boys Paul and Con aged 7 and 4. Funds are gathered through Canberra business houses with gifts received at The Canberra Times office. Total raised to date reaches £490 60 with recent donations from Seven Seas Cafe Blue Moon Cafe and several local supporters.
Polly a w o l the wombat left Blackett Street Downer on Saturday night and had not returned by Sunday night. Owner Peter Lockwood 16 said he has not lost hope of seeing his 100 pound pet again.
The recalled Indonesian envoy travels to high level discussions amid unfolding diplomatic strains with Australia and Malaysia. Officials quote a cautious approach to consultations as observers weigh possible shifts in regional ties and Indonesia’s stance on Bank involvement.
Sir Donald Cleland after two years of talks with the Minister for Territories Mr Barnes and senior officials about developments in Papua New Guinea left Canberra. He and Lady Cleland have been on leave in Queensland and Sydney for seven weeks. The talks centered on the Public Service Ordinance which lowers wages for natives and the Assembly’s challenge to the ordinance. Barnes said the Crown would consider any change proposals from the Assembly, while retaining power over financial matters in Papua New Guinea.
A government review considers free school bus transport after letters and telegrams from local officials and citizens urging the policy. Senator Gorton and ministers indicate Parliament will consider implementing committee recommendations, noting earlier reports faced delays and funding concerns.
Melbourne, Wednesday Senator George Cole who was defeated for fifth place in Tasmania petitioned for a recount. The petition to the Court of Disputed Returns was filed in the High Court registry. Under the Electoral Act either the High Court or Tasmanian Supreme Court may act as the Court of Disputed Returns. ROM Lacey of the ALP was declared elected to the fifth vacancy after 32 votes more than the quota.
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