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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1969
Page
3
A fragment notes an event labeled evra day atti met the rine fence vsalth with unclear details and no clear names, places, or outcomes. The readable bits imply a partial meeting or confrontation but lack concrete facts or context to confirm any action or result.
A fragmentary report notes Jem Mily involved in a wartime day run or mission described as heroic. Details are unclear, but the event references a person named Jem Mily and a number 138 connected to the episode.
Australian market figures show Holden releasing updated Monaro and HT sedans with new V8 and six cylinder options. Prices rise with GT and GTS variants, and the range includes manual and automatic choices.
Canberra residents report fraud and weight disputes in a wood delivery case. Mr Hy alleges three cords of firewood were promised with a weighbridge docket but only partially delivered. A seller claims weights were short. a cheque was torn up and the vendor later refused the stated weight. The veteran wood dealer defends his records amid a long Canberra tenure.
The Minister for Repatriation and Development Mr Puls agrees to assist Bathurst by examining the feasibility of making Bathurst the state capital. The Bathurst for Capital Committee, backed by eight municipal and regional councils, will coordinate the study with Canberra.
A supermarket manager explains bag inspections at entrances and checkouts, detailing when bags may be searched and how suspicion of shoplifting led to occasional confrontations. He cites frequent security checks, a few refunds, and complaints from some customers while noting most comply.
Hovermarine announces an order for the FM-2 hovercraft to be shipped from Southampton in October, aiming for Australia to receive the first operating hover vehicle within 12 months. Sydney partner Watson Ltd notes local dredge and bagel operations will back the venture and hints at future Australian production in shipyards.
The report outlines Morris introducing three new vehicle types in Canberra and surrounding areas including a capital wagon style model. It highlights a 1,800cc engine option and a 73 hp output, with officials mentioning state government preparation and decentralised planning.
A Canberra Times notice invites readers to contact Voler Voice for assistance with voter verification and related processes. It requests proof of identity and mentions a mailing address PO Box 218 Canberra City ACT 2601.
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