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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1966
Page
19
Government offices and public services outline Australia Day holiday plans. Details cover closures, adjusted schedules, and public event timings across major cities with emphasis on family activities and local ceremonies.
About 160 villagers from Rudus evacuated to higher ground as a new crater breached the south west wall of Manam Island volcano and lava began flowing. Emergency numbers and local authorities reported limited communications while efforts continued to monitor the ash and lava activity.
Five prominent Australians received Britannica Australia Awards at ANU for outstanding contributions in education literature and science. Prizes include £5,000 each. Recipients include professors Hope and Schojell, Dr Derrick, Dr Lembergs, and poet Mr FitzGerald. ceremony presided by Senator Gorton. additional award to Prof Hope for literary work.
A panel featuring Dr Menzies discusses moderation abstinence and the social roots of drinking in suburban Australia. They critique respect for juvenile free will, warn clergy about aiding alcohol use, and note limited treatment options with two specialized centers in Melbourne alongside general hospital care.
Melbourne reports former Liquor Royal Commissioner PD Phillips defends the new 10 pm closing law. Justice Starke urged observance at a Summer School of Alcohol Studies, warning drinking drivers may ignore it. Phillips urged community support to ensure compliance amidst debate.
A car driven by Henry George Coultes at 48 Crawford Street Queanbeyan skidded and overturned during a heavy thunder shower on the Snowy Mountain Highway near Cooma. The driver was uninjured but his wife was admitted to Cooma District General for observation after the accident near the airport.
A deputation from the Master Builders Federation representing all States and the ACT met Treasurer McMahon and Minister Howson in Canberra. They discussed boosting industry stability, intercity Express housing, and a planned government industry consultation next month to improve information flow and collaboration. Mr McMahon proposed a high level conference with Housing officials and Reserve Bank staff to strengthen government and industry liaison.
Work is to start soon on a new brick pre-school and mother craft centre in Curtin. The £11,128 building by B W Hinchman for Campbell will join South Curtin Primary School. A National Capital Development official said completion is expected before July.
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