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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1955
Page
2
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Malaya progresses toward autonomy with a new legislative body and planned cabinet. The approach involves Malay and Chinese representation, UK government talks, and a visit by the Malayan Colonial Secretary to discuss constitutional evolution and potential independence for Singapore.
Classified list shows 748 houses empty across four Tasmanian cities with vacancies in residential areas. Notices seek accommodation and room rentals including furnished and unfurnished options, many targeted to specific groups like families and couples.
Canberra forecast from meteorological office covers 24 hours starting 6 am with cold periods and showers over ranges. Regional outlook notes decreasing showers in southern districts, winds moderating, and daytime highs around mid 40s in some locations. Temperature readings list maxes and mins for Canberra and surrounding towns including Melbourne Brisbane Perth Darwin and tableland rainfall figures for Crookwell Goulburn Queanbeyan Nimmitabel Bungendore and Nimmitabel.
The Very Rev Bryt Thomas, Dean of Landam, climbed the 185 foot spire of an unnamed cathedral under scaffolding while hundreds watched. The Archbishop of Wales, the Right Most Morgan, was among onlookers.
The cabinet discusses remaining budget deliberations with expected introduction of the budget. Officials anticipate key provisions such as increased depreciation allowances for industry and pension boosts, including a weekly rise for old age and invalid pensioners.
The election date is set for August, with nominations open until August. Voters must be 21 or older, resident in the area, and not serving in government. candidates eligible if meeting residency and age requirements. The nomination period runs through the end of July with elector participation emphasized.
An early morning wreckage of a Bulgarian airliner is reported after a jet shootdown. Officials and observers describe a fatal incident with geopolitical tension, protests, and inquiries into the attack on a civilian aircraft.
A 1950s U.S. project spurs talk of an atomic powered aircraft. The plan envisioned reactor driven flight by 1957 with military and industrial backing. Officials discussed feasibility, costs, and national security implications amid broader nuclear propulsion debates.
Overseas interest in building 1600 group homes prompts a Department of Works inquiry. Firms from Britain, Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Portugal and other nations express wide interest. No contracts let yet as reviews continue.
In a Canberra based assessment the labour force expanded over the last 12 months with government departments noting steady gains. The Works Department indicates ongoing activity in construction and related industries fueling intake and economic recovery.
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