Education crisis calls for decisive government action
The Canberra Times outlines a deep education crisis in the ACT with teachers leaving for better-paid posts, rising student numbers in senior years, and chronic staff shortages. It argues the Commonwealth must assume direct responsibility for ACT education and ensure staffing nationwide, saying substantial funding and policy action are required now.
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Act
Canberra
North America
Australia
Nsw
Commonwealth
NSW Education Department
Milk price rise judged unjustified by Joint Committee
The Joint Parliamentary Committee found a 1¢ per pint milk price increase by Hulk companies unwarranted as costs included for processing not done in ACT factories. Advocates argued for a reduction to relieve families and farmers, noting higher living costs and tax burdens. The debate compared milk to beer pricing and questioned broader tax and price control strategies.
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Dia Radel
Procemex
Contomers
Vandors
Cme
Joint Committee
Rachel
Canberra
Cox
Corton
Scheane Stealight
Wales
Tee Bhp
Strif Ce Yy
Maka Theta
Vietnam fears Laos path may push South Vietnam war
The Saigon–Laos front contours spark debate among South Vietnamese leaders about cross-border action and Laos Thai approval. North Vietnamese forces in Laos threaten supply routes, while Vietnamisation aims to seal borders and speed U.S. troop withdrawal within 12 to 18 months, with outcomes tied to political stability and external support.
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South Vietnam
North Vietnam
Laos
Lace
Vietnam
Sna
South Vietnr
Thailand
Ths
Cambodia
Will Thregh
Souvan Phouma
United States
Cabi
Dets
Saigon
Seven Mountains
Sihanouk
Vietmaere
Australia
China
Australas
Vorleery
Soustly
South Viet Nam
South Viena
SIS
Bow
Thant
Letters to the Editor critique costs and voter information
The letter by V. He Kelly argues that financial pressures affect Mont residents and questions whether proponents speak plainly about taxes and prices. It emphasizes voters deserve clear information on funding and costs.
Daylight Saving Debate Read in Canberra and NSW
The letter writers from Pymble NSW and Canberra discuss daylight saving plans. They urge alignment with proposed measures and urge premiers to signal support before the new season. The correspondence notes public opinion in ACT and NSW and mentions names SHARMAN T. VAN ARKEL D. MACKENZIE and MYER Canberra.
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Cat
Onnelver
T.M. Wilson
Pymble
Nsw
Letts
Wilton
Canberra
Sharman T. van Arkel
D. MacKenzie
Myer
Education crisis prompts demand for independent inquiry
Numerous letters appear in the Prem criticizing education policy across ACT schools. The council reiterates the need for independent committees to investigate questions surrounding authority and governance of education from infant to secondary levels.
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Prem
Alo
Governor-General Sir Paul Hastuck Visits Western Australia
Sir Paul Hastuck, the Governor-General, arrived at Daly River after leaving Darwin on Saturday morning. He visited the Mirwanium Native Mission and Derby Cultural Centre, attended a civic reception, and toured Port Hedland before continuing to Kalumuru and Derby.
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Paul Hastuck
Daly River
Darwin
Port Koais
Kalummairn
Westeri Australia
Paul
Derby
Kalumuru
Mirwanium
West ‘Shire
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Goux
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Piaiku
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He Kelly
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