Intelligence services and world power politics debate
A Canberra Times editorial argues that intelligence services are not fully aligned with American or Soviet blocs and stresses the need for careful public discussion of security, espionage history, and foreign intelligence activities amid rising terrorism concerns and reports from Washington on intelligence funding and covert actions.
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Relevance of education Sir and the classroom concerns
The passage questions education relevance and teacher efforts, noting teachers still engage students despite flaws. It discusses testing, curriculum, and the shift toward calculators, criticizing rigid grading and the neglect of basic skills while praising teachers who stimulate and entertain.
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Letters to the Editor The abortion debate
Readers discuss abortion rights, the concept of fetus personhood, and the social and ethical implications. The letters argue for or against abortion access, question the humanity of the unborn and the rights of parents, and explore potential state policies and moral duties.
Controversy Over Abortion Safety and Global Trends
The piece discusses safer childbirth versus abortion, citing the Medical Journal of Australia and Scientific American findings from a decade long survey. It notes a global trend toward legalization and debate over mortality rates, arguing early abortions may reduce risks, while late abortions carry greater danger.
Public debate on maternity leave policy in Australia
Judith Ballard Lyons voices concern over six week maternity leave and unpaid leave extensions. The Canberra Times notes public servants, taxpaying voters, and government funding weigh in on proposed changes affecting new mothers and working fathers.
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Canberra Times
Canberra readers push for a permanent science centre
A letter to The Canberra Times dated March 30 urges establishing a permanent science centre in Canberra inspired by the Australia 79 science exhibition. The writer, praising Professor Birch and the exhibition, argues a modest capital outlay could create a lasting institution, noting public support and the need to value local scientific treasures.
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Canberra Times
Melville Stall
Canberra
Birch
Gardening tips for bulbs and perennials planting and care
Moving bulb plants when shoots reach five centimetres high is advised, with cool subdued light and gradual relocation. Water well after planting to settle soil, trim any damaged roots, and avoid heavy disturbance around established roots. Preserve rooted stock, apply lime where suitable, and prepare beds with manure and compost for rhubarb and asparagus. Plant shallots and garlic now, and manage iris, roses, and pines with careful watering to prevent snail damage.
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Tovah Wate
Smaur
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Winter garden ideas for Canberra shade and resilience
This piece discusses winter gardening in Canberra, highlighting attractive tree varieties such as Silver birch dogwood and willow and suggesting colourful winter textures from hawthorn crab apples and colomenstey ghingaphylla. It notes Camellia sasanqua daphne jonquil and banksia as focal points, with advice on pots and seasonal flowering to carry color through mid winter.
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Garden ad plans list birds and trees for autumn color
A garden feature lists plants well suited to the area including purple red Japanese maple and rowan. It suggests nectar producing shrubs and berry plants to attract birds while noting trees provide shelter. The piece urges readers to share other successes growing ollipup outside under protection and to help readers draw birds into gardens for movement and sound.
Conifers add colour and interest to the winter garden
Conifers offer colour and texture to Canberra gardens after leaf fall. Many species are low spreading ground covers or bank plants, tolerant of dry summers with good drainage. Place plants to allow natural shape, use mulch, and provide shelter from hot sun and drying winds. Some varieties may suffer pests like scale, aphids, or sawfly larvae, but tar oil spray or arsenate controls help protect young foliage.
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