14 Jul 1977
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1977
Page
1
Teachers propose a 24 day term at Narrabundah Primary due to heating failures. Pupils were sent home early last week after portable class heating proved insufficient. Spokesmen say the plan is a practical short term solution while the boiler and electrical systems are updated.
A Japanese government spokesman said official notice of Australia’s car quota measure was not received and called it contrary to free trade though the impact on the Japanese car industry would be limited. Australia announced six month limits on completely assembled cars and a 90 000 unit annual quota, citing a domestic slump and rising unemployment. The Industry Assistance Commission would study further actions. Toyota Nissan Mitsubishi and others were named among exporters likely affected, with Toyota and Nishin also cited for partly assembled exports. The Automobile Manufacturers Association reacted calmly, viewing the move as protective of domestic industry. The Australian side expected explanations from overseas trade and industry departments and discussed the issue in annual consultations.
Tas Smith of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries says importing groups accounted for 11.27 percent of registrations in the first five months of 1977, up from 10.18 percent for 1976. He notes vehicle manufacturers rely on imported units to supplement local production and calls for clearer policy distinctions between manufacturers and non-manufacturing importers. Members listed include Alfa Romeo, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Rolls Royce, Citroen, Saab, Hat, Subs dru, Lancus, Volkswagen. Prime Minister Fraser commented on competition among manufacturers at a National Press Club event.
The Industries Assistance Commission warns that import restrictions complicate inflation control and should be temporary to align with GATT rules. Prolonged use could harm Australia’s trade relations and export positions. The Acting Minister released the report to inform upcoming hearings and set reference terms.
An emergency and special services branch sign in Childers Street, Civicians, shows the ACT bus service running legs symbol instead of the proper three-arrowed DOT logo. Officers said steps were taken to correct the logo and display the correct symbol.
Oil ministers from 13 OPEC nations concluded a two day meeting in Stockholm and said a December Caracas session would decide on raising the 1978 oil price. The group will consider the 1978 price at the Caracas talks planned for December.
Prime Minister Fraser stated the government would not allow commercial interests to interfere with cabinet decisions on uranium. Speaking at the National Preto Club in Carberry, he attacked Labor and its leaders over uranium policy, emphasized safeguarding Aboriginal interests in the Northern Territory, and said final export decisions require extensive cabinet deliberations and consideration of international safeguards.
In Melbourne ACTU president Hawke argued leaving uranium in the ground could reduce danger but no proof exists yet and a referendum should be held. In Brisbane the Waterside Workers Federation banned handling uranium at the port, with both Brisbane and Melbourne branches opposing uranium shipping for commercial reasons.
Industry voices across Australia welcomed new import quotas aimed at preserving local manufacture. Ford and GM-H backed the move, hoping it shields jobs in South Australia and maintains local market share, while Premier Durotan praised protection for the sagging motor vehicle sector amid lagging technology.
The Canberra board studies appointing three judiciary-led members to judge casino licences and set selection criteria. A landing committee of the ACT Legislative Assembly will steer processes while recommendations await ministerial review. A temporary casino opening is unlikely before December, with later dates possible. The Capital Territory Department drafts legislation based on the Tasmanian Act, noting contextual differences for Canberra.
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