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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1973
Page
12
The Canberra Times analyzes Prime Minister Whitlam and Foreign Minister Whitlam's aggressive long range policy. It notes plans announced in advance and swift action, including a UN voting shift. The piece questions Australia's move away from Britain and the US and warns against abandoning traditional allies for new Afro Asian and Communist partners.
The article warns that Prime Minister Whitlam’s push to assert Australia’s independence risks appearing to take sides in international affairs. It argues his statements could constrain policy flexibility, alienate Afro Asian nations, and undermine Australia’s move from Britain and the US. It stresses acting in Australia’s own interests without backing any bloc.
A letter to the editor challenges compulsory mass x ray surveys for tuberculosis. It argues long term effects of X rays are uncertain, risks are real and open ended, benefits disputed, and cites data gaps and international practices. The author notes socio economic factors and questions ministerial reliance on physicist advice.
A Canberra letter questions fairness as a Minister secured a Kingston flat within six months while ordinary public servants and young married couples face three to four year waits. The writer cites a Minister already on the list since 1972 and queries the needs based allocation and democratic socialism.
A tribute notes the late involvement of Mr John Jess former La Trobe MP and chairman of the inquiry committee on defence retirement benefits. It praises his push for a comprehensive system enabling servicemen to begin new careers or retire with adequate support, and credits the committee, government, and drafters for timely legislation despite his absence as a former member.
Jenny Shadforth writes letters urging fair treatment for cyclists in Canberra. She notes insults faced by two young women pillion riders and calls for widening arterial lanes and separated cycle tracks on major roads and better use of minor roads for cycling options.
In this letter, Chifley argues against current insurance restrictions harming motor enthusiasts. He supports a graded licensing and testing system to match drivers to cars like the Ford GT and Lotus, citing safer performance vehicles and the need for driver education to reduce road toll. He warns against continued chaos and urges lawmakers to act.
Neal from Narrabundah argues against Waltzing Matilda as Australia’s anthem and for Advance Australia Fair due to dignity, familiarity, and descriptive appeal. He notes many Australians may not understand Waltzing Matilda lyrics and suggests a more colourful depiction of the continent.
The Department of the Capital Territory advertisement (June 2) argues about land lease pricing. It suggests a basic meaning in economics and references the demand for land at Simas to H. Llewellyn. The note emphasizes department economists pointing to land demand levels.
Senator Turnbull protests a June 4 Canberra Times piece by AP Reuters stating Beijing hotels lack international standards and high prices. He argues Chinese hotels he stayed in offered international service at minimal cost, with include three meals daily, questioning where Australia offers similar value at 12 dollars 25 cents.
A letter from Monica Freeman of Deakin praises Lydia Nestel's paintings shown at Macquarie Galleries last week for their delicacy and sensitivity. She criticizes a reviewer’s narrow tastes and destructive language, and thanks the Macquarie Galleries for nurturing an understanding approach to local art in the ACT.
The report discusses Whitlam Government plans to reduce fog at Canberra airport after delays. The piece highlights interest in new approaches and compares with efforts at other major capitals to improve air traffic flow and reduce weather-related disruptions.
Readers debate summit traffic to a restaurant and the use of a cable car to protect terrain and reduce noise. A separate letter from I L A Marlton, President of Yarralumia P and C Association, warns of mid year principal secondments disrupting schools and delaying stable leadership at Yarralumia School amid a difficult 1973 year for sixth class pupils.
A reader laments top 40 dominance and lack of varied programming, recalling classic plays and questioning progress. Another letter critiques PM travel choices and identifies the Mercedes as a new status symbol amid Bentley comparisons, questioning government spending on luxury. Additional notes call for advertising on fines and address ad hoc topics.
Sir Yarralumla Primary School lost its second principal in six months as the non teaching principal left after another reclassification by the NSW Education Department. Within a week the new principal was seconded to the Commonwealth Teaching Service and appointed education officer, amid questions over who drives the upheaval and the push to integrate teaching services.
An immigrant writer from England and former education official argues for broadened parent, teacher, student, and community representation in school governance. He critiques bureaucratic funding, urges grassroots democracy, and warns against wasteful spending while praising engaged parent groups.
Letters to the editor condemn potential Australian aid to Rhodesian and Zimbabwean nationalist militants. They warn against admitting foreign insurgent leaders and argue for banning entry of those campaigning for armed struggle, citing a Melbourne-based union leader and calls for moral and material opposition to terrorism.
A fragmented note indicates the DC may support cycle track provision. It contrasts rare prior spending on cycle facilities with potential new concrete parking slots and cycle tramport aimed at encouraging cycling, though it cites two reasons delaying action.
A reader letter questions anti South Vietnamese detainee campaigns and argues the jailing of potential Vietcong cadres is justified. The piece cites 67 000 kidnapped by Vietcong and warns against releasing detainees, claiming it would empower the enemy.
Sir Paul Kaar attended and reviewed the Queen's Birthday parade at the Royal Military College. On Saturday afternoon Sir Feud and Lady Hasluck arrived in Perth from Canberra for the event.
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