A Realistic Proposal for ACT Land Development Finance
The National Capital Development Commission urges a single separate land development account for all ACT land costs and revenues. It argues Canberra’s unique landlord role—Commonwealth Government ownership of all territory land—requires these figures to be tracked apart from municipal accounts. The plan would nearly balance ACT finances, showing a capital surplus of 14.5 million and operating surplus of 700 thousand.
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Canberra
Commonwealth Government
National Capital Development Commission
NCDC
Department of the Interior
Department of the
Capital Territory
NCDC Pushes Land Rent Reform in ACT Development Plan
Submissions to Parliament emphasize realistic financial accounts for the ACT and future cities under the Jeasehold land-tenure system. The NCDC argues abolishing land rent reduces revenue for urban utilities and redevelopment, urging a comprehensive land development account managed by the development authority.
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NCDC
Commonwealth
Education in a changing world and the school as prison
An essay argues education has shifted from communal learning to formal schooling guided by trained experts and government. It notes a growing gap between doctors and laborers, streaming and testing create inequality, and parent influence wanes as communities lose control to centralized departments. A recent incident shows students chalking “Cell No. 1” and “Warden” on a school door, signaling a prisonlike view of school.
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Yuet
Parents and Citizens Associations
Education Department
Provernment
Australia
Mary
Vitus Bas
Aitaine recordMet A
Education reform calls for parent led school control in NSW
A NSW Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations paper argues modern schooling serves corporate and state interests rather than individuals. It urges major parental participation, school boards including staff and students, and government funding for shared research and training to democratise control of education.
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NSW Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations
Education Department
All Thos
ACT education authority urged quick clarification of new arrangements
Alan Barnard urges rapid establishment of an interim ACT education authority in August. He cites strong support from the ACT Council of P and C Associations and other bodies, praising departmental consultation with teachers and parents. He notes progress on conditions and staffing, with final recommendations expected soon in Canberra.
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ACT
Gibbney
Dr Smith
ACT Council
P and C
Department of Education
Commonwealth
Nsw
Commonwealth Service
Alan Barnard
ACT Council of Associations
France tests provoke debate over Australia’s stance
The letter questions Australia’s ability to halt nuclear tests, accusing French policy and highlighting the risky naval setup near the test zone. It argues confrontation would be grave, warns against nuclear proliferation, and condemns reliance on political caution over decisive action. The author cites Canada's Moorish and Amin-esque dangers while urging a tougher approach.
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Australia
Amin
Hugh Jones
Australians weigh anthem choices in July readers column
In Canberra Times letters, J F Anstess of Ainslie argues the six finalist songs are colonialistic and urges reconsideration of a new national anthem. He notes "God Save the Queen" is rarely sung and says Australians deserve an enduring, mature anthem reflecting national soul.
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Mone
Twe
Canberns Times
Sis
Sears
Meenal Jamal
J. F. Anstess
Whitlam
National Anthem Debate and Public Submissions
Letters from readers discuss keeping Advance Australia Fair as the anthem or selecting a new one. Authors argue for dignity and tradition, warn against Waltzing Matilda, and call for public listing of all entries. Community voices reference patriotism, flag preservation, and national identity.
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Australia
Fai
Glasgow
Spelling reform sparks debate on language and culture
Letters debate phonetic spelling in Australia, arguing ambiguity, literacy, and cultural costs. Ray Macintosh warns reforms could fracture English spelling, create two grammars, and erode literary heritage, while critics note educational practicality and historical roots.
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Greece
Mary
Marry
Merry
Australia
Governor-General Attends NSW Derby and Dental Congress
Sir Paul Hasluck and Lady Hasluck arrived in Sydney from Canberra on Saturday and attended the 1973 National Derby at Wentworth Park where trophies were presented. They also attended Sunday events opening the 61st annual session of the Federation Dentaire Internationale and the XXth Australian Dental… at Sydney.
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Sir Paul Hasluck
Lady Hasluck
Sydney
Canberra
National Coursing Association of
Sir Paul
Federation Dentaire Internationale
Ube Sydney
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Pars
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New Zealand
Ainslie
Peter Brisii
Onust
J. A. Bellhouse
Red Hill
Wesdy Pool
Curtin
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Gelinas
Mei ES
Lilleyman Reid
Port
Dorothy Crreen
Mary Gilmore
Mr Ass Smile
Walicnie
Matilda
Peraute
Sur
Aye Khan
Ostraylya
Brin
F. Robertson
Lindgren
NZ Association For the Advancement of Science
Toffler
Oeart
Shakespeare
Ray Macintosh
Garran
Torum
Pambulu
Pony Express
Jean Bishop Narrabundah
The
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Black Mountain
Appal
PMG Department
Kingston
Griffith
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