Majority favour equal vote in electors poll
A Gallup poll of 7 083 Australians aged 14 and over finds a majority support equal electorates. About 55 to 59 percent of major parties back all electorates the same with country dwellers leaning the same, while 27 to 22 percent express no opinion. Those favoring smaller country electorates offered varied numbers, with many unable to specify a precise figure.
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Lending Resumes at Goulburn Building Society
Goulburn Permanent Building Society has resumed lending for building homes after weeks of uncertainty about the future of building societies. The move signals renewed confidence in local housing finance and aims to support home construction activity in the region.
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Goulburn
Bernstein Musical Revives Romeo and Juliet in Canberra
IMUSIC by W. L. Hoffmann showcases Bernstein’s contemporary retelling of the story at Canberra Theatre. Two brilliant performances highlight imaginative choreography, settings, and a vibrant young cast delivering a professional festival centerpiece.
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Bernstein
Canberra
CSIRO staff clash sparks Canberra cold war over promotions
CSIRO workers face a drift of clerks to the public service amid criticism of promotion chances. Management reviewed clerical and admin conditions through 1971, noting wastage and divergent views on promotion. Proposals include expanded recruitment, training, role changes, rotation, and a new internal promotion committee to lift morale.
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CSIRO
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CPS
IRO
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Bonet
Youth show a rousing success at Canberra Youth Festival
Paul Barron notes The Rising Generation by Anne Jellicoe as energetic and broad in appeal. Cast energy and audience participation defined the event with simple music, free form staging, and improvisation driving a versatile, enjoyable evening.
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Anne Jellicoe
Canberra
Paris
Carol Woodrow
Australian miners face job losses and dwindling income
The Australian Mining Industry Council executive director Paul Phillips warned that geologists in Australia have lost jobs and mining firms are turning to other countries as government and industry income lag.
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Australian Mining Industry Council
Paul Phillips
Picture orders for Canberra weddings at Mort and Coorow
The Canberra Times notes orders for wedding photographs taken at Long Streets corner Mort and Coorow, with copies available from the office. Orders placed several days before the wedding are to be read aloud in the published lists.
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Selecberra Times
Mort and Coo
Long Streets
Canberra
Canberra Times
Ballet review highlights young Australian Ballet School in Canberra
The Canberra Theatre program by the Australian Ballet School shows potential but trails last year’s high standard. Six students join the main company, with standout moments from Jack Callick in Les Rendezvous and Natasha Troubnicova in the principal role. Choreography by Jack Manuel, especially Fugitive Visions, receives praise, while Debo rah Hodgson and Simon Dow receive mixed notes on technique and presentation. The evening closes with Just For Fun, a lively romp.
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Australian Ballet
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Deborah Hodgson
Jack Manuel
Raymonda
Natasha Troubnicova
Simon Dow
Robyn Dison
Corpa de Ballet
Jane Beckett
Robyn Dixon
Sarah Newton
Vana Hinaee
Prometheus Bound misfires in Sedn ey Young Tote theatre
Theatre critic Ken Healey reports a Sedney group’s Prometheus Unbound misfired as Prometheus Bound. The production lacked tight choreography and vocal projection, though Janet Calver impressed with beauty, movement, and voice. Directors Raymond Omedei and Robert Love are urged to reconsider staging choices.
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Zeus
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Ono
Prometheus
Janet Calver
Aden Grekpy
Jay
Raymond Omedei
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District radio and TV fee update for 1a district
District authorities announce radio and television fee adjustments for 1a district. The notice outlines new rates, payment deadlines, and affected services, emphasizing compliance for residents and local institutions. Officials urge timely submission to avoid penalties.
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District Radio & TV
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