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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1977
Page
7
The Committee on Student Loans recommends supplementing existing grants with concessional short and long term loans while maintaining some grants. It argues qualified students should study at tertiary level without hardship but stresses taxpayers on low incomes should not fully fund education for those who will later earn higher incomes.
Michael Gallagher of the Australian Union of Students opposes loans for tertiary education costs, urging grants reaching at least the minimum wage for every student. He argues the community should demand return for its investment, while endorsing a flexible loan scheme with institution administration and minimal formalities.
The piece outlines Djibouti becoming a republic on June 2 and the shifting regional power dynamics. It details Somalia's aims for Greater Somalia, Ethiopia's Red Sea vulnerability after Eritrean conflict, and the fluid alliances involving the Soviet Union, Cuba, France, Sudan, and Arab states. It notes France keeping troops temporarily, Moscow seeking leverage, and the likelihood that war shifts depend on external backing and Djibouti’s neutral stance.
A writer reflecting on national identity as an English migrant in Australia, recounting hostile reception, Big Brother Movement interviews at Australia House, and a journey toward embracing Australian life despite lingering English ties and strong humor. He rejects the idea of packing up and departing.
A Canberra Times page carries letters and replies from John Haslem and Ken Fry criticizing a Canberra branch ACOA press release on maternity and paternity leave. George Brzostowski condemns Timor policy while George Stephenson argues local impacts and future leadership.
Letters urge fair coverage and a moratorium on uranium mining. The writers cite unequal television time and potential minimization of risks, urging government restraint and broad public weighing of opinions. A second letter critiques education funding and Carrick guidelines citing Senate estimates and private versus public school spending.
A reader disputes a May 23 snow report claiming Mount Franklin was visible from Canberra. The letter argues snow on Mount Gingera was seen from Canberra, not Mount Franklin, due to the Tidbinbilla Range and Tidbinbilla River valley blocking line of sight.
Sir Roden Cutler and Lady Cutler attended the Queen's Birthday Parade at the Royal Military College Dun troon and arrived in Brisbane from Canberra. Sir Roden lit the Jubilee bonfire at Mount Coot-tha and addressed a Silver Jubilee service at St John's Cathedral. They later lunched at Government House with Sir James Ramsay and Lady Ramsay before returning to Canberra.
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