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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1965
Page
1
A Public Service Commission inquiry into treatment of girls at a private home reveals harsh conditions and restrictive discipline. The report cites unsafe practices, limited freedoms, and concerns over welfare, with officials noting potential rights violations and calls for reform.
A widow challenges a will in a high profile probate dispute. The filing alleges improper writing and seeks to overturn the document to secure a larger share. Court records show the case naming the deceased's estate and involved heirs.
The Shire council rejected five tenders for the supply of bitumenous material. The decision followed discussion led by Mr Buelteienn with Councillor Connelly Hardy proposing further review and possible resubmission. The meeting noted the bids were deemed identical and not suitable for acceptance.
A dated report outlines that ACT store operations continue despite an announced shutdown plan. The piece mentions management figures and a public statement from Sydney amid ongoing discussions about liquidity and future months.
President cautioned Saigon that talks may presage a substantial U S force increase while signaling renewed disarmament talks with the Soviet Union set for July 27. He described the development as encouraging though warning of possible North Vietnamese aggression and calling for broader American commitments in the conflict.
Sir William Spooner announces retirement after more than 13 years in the New South Wales Parliament and a long federal role. He will leave the Senate to make way for a new national defense and development portfolio leader, with discussions focusing on his successor and the timing of the resignation.
Australia begins citizen registration for national service next week. Eligible residents aged 20 to 21 must enroll between July 1 and December 31. Minister McMahon said forms are available at registration offices employment offices and post offices.
The Leader of the Federal Opposition Mr Calwell accuses Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies of evasiveness and oversimplification in his Vietnam report. The article notes Vietcong attacks on Bien Hoa base and mentions remarks by Dr Swaran Singh on Malaysia and the Har Past.
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