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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1961
Page
1
The government forecast an overall improvement in the next financial year and urged no pessimism about the future. It warned flexible measures may be more essential than before to maintain balance, noting changes in policy depend on the evolving economic weather.
Australia’s 1961-62 outlook shows export gains and ample reserves while domestic boom is checked by government measures. Imports stay below 1960-61, with prices and costs targeted for stability. wool and grain exports are strong, and long-term earnings from trade are seen rising, with capital inflow supporting the balance of payments.
The article reports on South Africa's new republic and Swart's inaugural address marking ties with the British Crown. It notes non-white reactions, religious observances, and international responses as protests and violence flare in Port Elizabeth townships during the ongoing non-white strikes.
A mixed group of eight riders from New Orleans arrived to a Jackson station scene described as almost festive while White police officer J L Ray ordered movement. The group refused to leave the white waiting room and eight riders were arrested and fined or faced bonds and jail terms for breach of peace.
Danish frigate Neils Ebbesen fired on the British trawler Red Crusader off the Faroe Islands after accusing it of fishing rights infringement. The trawler was holed in the bow and had masts damaged. no injuries were reported amid a high seas pursuit with multiple ships involved.
A Canberra press release states general land and lighting rates will not rise in 1961. General rate set at 7d in the pound on land value within the city and 34d outside. Lighting rate 3d in the pound on rateable land within city, Oaks Estate and Hall. Official notes land values in Canberra are historically 80 percent of UCY of lease. Questions sent to the Minister sought confirmation on revaluation and projected revenue. replies were not given.
Peshawar reports Pakistan says Afghan forces suffered 92 dead in three air attacks near Bajaur after Afghan assault on a border post. Officials note some bodies and wounded were removed to Afghanistan, making totals uncertain.
South Africa's withdrawal from the Commonwealth will cause little shift in ties with Australia. South Africans will not gain British passports but will retain equal treatment with other British subjects. Trade, civil aviation, and financial arrangements remain unaffected. Diplomacy shifts to ambassadors from high commissioners.
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