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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 21, 1970
Page
1
The ACT Advisory Council urged one-vendor zoning for milk rather than one-brand zoning, arguing zoning limits competition and could restrain price adjustments. Members pressed the Minister for further input while noting potential price implications and regulatory powers.
The cabinet meets on a budget briefing day ahead of Federal Parliament’s August 18 budget handdown. Key concerns include relief for middle and lower incomes, national health, defence spending, and support for primary industry.
The readable parts describe a late news item with references to locations and names. It notes an edge condition and a person named Teper along with Rags. The text is garbled, but hints at a regional update involving wine, a city or venue, and a couple of individuals.
Troops of the Pacific Islands Regiment were alerted to move into the Gazelle Peninsula on New Britain if needed. Prime Minister Gorton said the Papua New Guinea Administration advised readiness to deploy PIR to protect lives and property, with two companies standing by at Wewak to fly in if required. Police yesterday moved at Mataungan Association squatters with no incidents.
About 500 police faced 3000 Mataungan supporters on a narrow bridge near Rabaul 30 miles away in a tense stand over 15000 acres of land. Leaders pledged to continue legal fights while avoiding bloodshed as police briefly deployed riot gear and then withdrew, with both sides preparing for further confrontations.
Economics writer Warwick Bracken notes the consumer price index jumped 1.3 percent in the June quarter, with the annual inflation rate climbing to 3.7 percent. Food drove the main increase, while clothing, housing, and household supplies also rose, despite a smaller March quarter food gain. Continued on page 19.
In Diakarta and across West Java region authorities press new measures to stamp out cholera as the disease spreads. A government spokesman stated steps are being intensified today to curb the outbreak and protect the population.
Melbourne oil refinery dispute talks extended nine hours with no agreement reached. Negotiations resume at the Arbitration Commission tomorrow morning as unions seek a weekly wage increase of 12 for 1,000 maintenance workers, while employers offer 6 plus 2 after one year. The meeting involved ACTU president R J Hawke and metal trades unions pressing for firm guarantees before workers return.
Unions in Melbourne demand five concessions including twelve dollars weekly pay for all workers with annual leave and a 25 percent loading on leave pay. They seek double overtime pay and higher shift penalties while oil companies offer modest wage steps and extra leave after five years. The dispute widens as tanker drivers threaten strikes and a Sydney meeting will set the strike length. Portable supply in Victoria could last only two more days.
Union members employed by oil companies planned a 24 hour work stoppage starting midnight as the ACT branch council discussed action. Federal officials indicated a stop-work meeting for July 22 to inform members in NSW of the stance after drivers refused strike breaking duties. Government transport services warned cancellations and night services in Sydney as fuel supplies and refinery actions ripple through the city.
Severe frosts are likely with easing winds expected over the next days. Canberra today may reach 54 degrees while nearby areas report heavy snowfall and icy roads. Oberon reports impassable portions earlier with surface ice warnings. Bathurst and Dubbo warn drivers to take care as temps fall toward freezing. Orange records sleet after last night’s snow with icy stretches on major routes.
In Canberra shortages worsen as last cylinders of liquefied petroleum gas are sold. Esso reports near depletion with 24 hour restock hope, while other suppliers impose limits or report logistical delays. Charities and officials seek social dispensation to distribute what gas remains to households reliant on heating and cooking.
Unclear report outlines renewed fighting in Cambodia with fatalities amid post lull tensions. Article references broader regional turmoil, U S military interrogations allegations, and ongoing political and social strains impacting neighboring areas.
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