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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1962
Page
9
Letters to the editor debate the performance of young typists and stenographers in public service typing pools. Writers argue married women dominate slips and deserve fewer promotions, while others call for training, pay caution, and a push to give young women opportunities and experience.
The article argues NSW petrol retailers seek higher selling margins and questions who pays. It urges the Prices Commissioner to rule in favor of the public, noting rising third party insurance costs and the duplication of petrol stations. It criticises company-led pricing and calls for uniform national pricing.
Westminster examines a Royal Commission view on a national police force. The cabinet weighs central control versus local administration, considering 158 forces, potential amalgamation, and the risk of sweeping reform. The commission cites improved crime control and officer merit but notes local authority value and public liberty. The decision rests with Mr Butler and colleagues.
A lawyer notes how a client can arrange a bequest to avoid counting a prior gift. He explains silence in the will can keep the eight year old car gift out of the estate, while detailing how to grant a trustee power to invest in ordinary shares if desired and needed.
More than 800 pure merino stud sheep will be offered at the Sydney Showground with expected proceeds of at least £750,000. The top price last year was 5,600 guineas for a ram bred by Mr FP & Palkiner of Deniliquin. The sales run with the annual sheep show and end on Wednesday.
A letter from a married woman in public service condemns the disparity faced by women who choose stenography as a career. After training she finds herself dis appointed by limited prospects and unfair treatment in the public sector.
A Citizens' Advice Service set up in Canberra this year offers free guidance on social welfare and community facilities. Operated jointly by professional social workers and YWCA executives, the service is available Tuesday evenings at the YWCA from 7.30 to 9.00, with interpreter support and volunteers including non Australians. Bronwen Murdoch, General Secretary, YWCA.
A thankful mother from Forrest expresses appreciation for her milkman who reliably delivers nightly despite blizzards and busy homes. She notes he sometimes leaves a bottle when bottles are forgotten and shares enduring gratitude beyond wages or costs.
The Post Master General announces a self service post office in Melbourne by August end. It will operate 24 hours with coin in the slot postal supplies and no staff. Public telephones and a writing slab will be included. An initial 12 stations will be placed at city hubs and more may follow.
Sydney reports that Senator-elect Douglas McLelland, after five months at reduced pay, resigns from the Commonwealth Court reporting branch and will take his Senate seat. He previously left office last November to run and will earn 2750 pounds yearly for a six year term.
At the Melbourne Film Festival the feature Two Daughters from India received the Golden Boomerang award for best feature. The festival showcased international cinema and recognized the standout film with the prize.
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