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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1957
Page
7
A Brookvale depot meeting of drivers and conductors of the Tram and Bus Union decided to continue emergency services while protesting. Union leader W Robson warned breakdowns would leave only a fraction of the fleet available, with a July 4 strike affecting operations. Bus mechanics seek a six shilling daily allowance, while ferry and taxi services face disruption.
A draft Public Health Ordinance in the ACT proposes banning heroin. Dr L J Wiec hott cites two views on heroin whether it has properties warranting a ban or if an alternative approach is needed. The World Health Organization guidance and government lines support a ban on the drug.
The death toll from the Avignon rail crash rose to 23 as a young Frenchman died in hospital. The disaster occurred at the platform where the wreck happened amid a week of disruptions to mail and travel services.
Street plan aims to connect two misaligned Mc Caughey Street segments split by a park. Director of Works J. James says fine weather should finish the linking road strip in a week or two, reducing delays and helping traffic access to O Connor shops.
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