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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1976
Page
14
The Australian Business Organizations push for formal consultations with the Government, proposing a national framework to strengthen private sector input. A committee led by S. Hickson will study machinery for business governance and discussion channels, aiming to sustain momentum and broaden private sector collaboration.
Melbourne Chamber of Commerce executive director Alan Lovell highlighted union influence on government policy during a Canberra briefing. He urged greater foreign investment and warned investors of potential government and union clashes while calling for better national cooperation and self reliance.
The Life Line Canberra service reported a surge in calls in the year to June 30 1975, similar to the previous year, with about 200 volunteers and 358 personal crisis inquiries handled. Mir Tan Miles noted a section of callers in personal crisis and stressed face to face counseling as a core service.
Police said a car crash near Penree left a pillion passenger dead and the driver with minor injuries. The incident happened after the vehicle crossed lanes as water cycle weather affected visibility. both other occupants sustained non serious wounds.
The Government sets up UB Follremember Committee 9 to examine two federal programs for aged and infirm care. Prime Minister Fraser says the panel will streamline existing programs, reflect prior reports, and align with social welfare goals while consulting community groups and officials.
Sixty per cent of ACT motor mechanics were unqualified and a licensing scheme was urged by Mc Robert Glover of the Automotive Engineers institute. The NSW minister was reportedly weighing licensing to protect consumers from poor work and overcharges. Glover argued licensing is the first realistic step and noted about 60,000 of Australia’s estimated mechanics are known to be unqualified.
A government inquiry in 1376 discusses licensing to safeguard apprenticeship programs and consumer safety. Key figures including Vicente and Mr Glover push for licensed mechanics to service vehicles, arguing training and standards will reduce risk while inspectors propose stricter oversight and enforcement at the ACT level.
Proposals to raise parkine fines by 19 percent are set to appear before the ACT Legislative Assembly in coming weeks. John Marshall of the Department of the Capital Territory says the current $2 fine is too low and could be doubled. The department is surveying private industry and public input on higher penalties for fare dodging and overstaying time.
A South Australian district judge urged press access to Children’s Courts while noting privacy for parents and children. He pressed for clear rules balancing transparency with safety, calling for reforms to protect young defendants and highlight court processes.
Peter Shane Young aged 15 died in a house fire at Cloverdale about 360 kilometres north of Mulbourne in the early hours. Investigators believe a cigarette or smoke caused the blaze as bystanders nearby heard alarms. A neighbour identified the victim as Peter Libroo, who died after being trapped inside the burning home.
A 43 member Timor delegation arrived in Jakarta to formally request President Soeharto to take over Timor. The petition argues for a unified result with East Timor provinces and discusses a plan to return the territory to Indonesian governance amid a tense, unclear outcome.
A government seizure on Saturday recovered weapons including swords and a dirk tied to Governor Lach Jon Macayanne. Investigators say the items are linked to security and defense preparations, with potential counterfeit or illicit use under review by Sanauar Withers authorities.
Sydney voters face a major ballot as local government and shire councils push for a key reform agenda. Officials outline implications for Friday voting and urge residents to participate in the election.
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Police identified a skeleton found in Clontsrt Anda as that of an Ania blecuit be ill from the century. Authorities say the death mystery involves a missing person and possible jewelry theft. The case points to a family link and ongoing inquiry with local authorities.
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