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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1972
Page
2
The Prime Minister of New Zealand, Mr Marshall, will arrive in Australia for an official visit starting Thursday with a reception at Government House. Mrs Marshall accompanies him, with events planned in Perth, Canberra, and a departure to New Zealand the following day.
Police in Port Moresby and Madang raided homes and warehouses seizing artifacts allegedly destined for export. A shipment at Madang Wharf and another at a shed were intercepted under new laws to curb illicit trafficking. Museum authorities assisted the operation and investigations continue to identify involved parties and destinations.
Sydney social workers report daily visits to suburban homes to feed children as mothers are high on barbiturates. Western Australian Health Education Council official urges action, noting rising concerns over marijuana misuses and the broader drug problem in the community.
Premier Tonkin proposes a three million dollar plea at the Australian Loan Council meeting to cut unemployment in Western Australia. He sends a cable to acting Prime Minister Anthony with letters and telexes outlining prior discussions and a May 1 application for federal backing. Treasurer Snedden denies blocking borrowing and says Canberra supports a Loan Council proposal to allow a state loan within the existing 1922 74 program. The plan could be considered before June 30 through a streamlined process aligned with Premiers Conference.
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