14 Jun 1977
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1977
Page
1
Heavy fog blanketed Canberra last night forcing flight cancellations and dangerous driving. A Weather Bureau spokesman said the fog was not expected to lift soon, with NRMA noting many accidents and traffic delays throughout the day.
The article reports generally fair weather through the weekend with a cold snap expected. Observations note a slight chill and clear skies, with no major storms forecast but a temperate shift likely across the days.
A police posse recaptured inmate Ray at Brushy Mountain State Prison less than 60 hours after he escaped with five companions. His cell mate Earl Hill was captured earlier, while fellow escapees Constas Shelton and Dovel-sill remained at large as authorities tightened the search in Tennessee.
AP reports three Royal Navy helicopters collided during an air display over Prag Sands between Hebron and Penzance. MoD says they ditched into the sea and a third returned to base with some damage. three crewmen are missing.
Aboriginal groups in South Australia Western Australia and the Northern Territory meet to discuss a new health system based on Aboriginal health workers. The draft proposes training Pitjantjatjara workers to deliver primary and preventive care with community control, while white professionals provide support and supervision.
Capacity crowd assembled at the oval for a Canberra Times organized display with CICTV and Radio CN coverage. Police noted about 15 000 people joined celebrations including parachute display by Cane Herracra Club and Greek dances. entertainment by Suga and Pili dancers. the John Howard Pyroupehines Ltd staged the fireworks costing 2300. Proceeds benefit the ACT Society for Physically Handicapped Children.
Australian Prime Minister Fraser to announce a 6.5 million increase in the food aid program for 1977 78 in London. The program is now worth about 24 billion a year and is expected to rise to over 50 million by 1979 40.
Better known Mr tixer expects to announce tangible support programs to improve Commonwealth understanding. Over three years Australia will provide 20000 to expand information and education activities of the Commonwealth Secretariat. Officials say the modest sum can yield significant improvements in information services.
Vietnamese refugees aboard a small fishing boat Inta Fock capsized in the South China Sea off Sabah Malaysia. Four survivors were rescued by fishermen, no women among them, as naval searches found no bodies. Police said 33 missing and feared drowned.
In northern Basque towns gunfire and bomb blasts hit police cars and a boutique while railway lines and a TV transmitter were damaged. ETA claimed responsibility as Spain braces for its first postwar election. Police and Civil Guards are on special election duty amid rising violence that has killed three officers and a civilian.
Acting Prime Minister Anthony urged prompt action on the Fox uranium report, arguing Australia should proceed with uranium export to aid anti proliferation. He warned a moratorium would hurt international obligations and domestic wealth, citing energy needs and Cast reactor concerns.
Mount Gambier in South Australia saw about thirty to forty Victorian bikies camp near MecNumuata Park on Saturday and bulldoze a small house near Bruhnstone Quarry. One loader crashed near the speedway, injuring no one, as equipment including airboats and hydraulic systems were damaged before they left.
At a conference in Bundaberg Acting Prime Minister Anthony said taxation cripples free enterprise in Australia and must be reduced to restore work incentives. He warned against tax cuts without expenditure restraint, noting spending often commits years ahead. Treasurer Robertson urged complete reform of Australia’s tax system as too dependent on personal income tax.
Unclear report from Johannesburg cites a fatal incident involving gunfire and racial violence. The account mentions a white man killed and ongoing disturbances as police and authorities respond. Names, places, and exact circumstances are obscured by garbled OCR.
Article notes an inquiry into Aboriginal tribal law alongside discussions of federalism benefits and costs as articulated by Arthur Gray in relation to Fraser's approach. The report references labor talks in NSW and previews the Kippax Fair supplement, with page references to broader coverage including racing results and media features.
The Mesa saves industry association proposes government cuts to health welfare and education to boost capital works. The MTIA urges higher immigration to recruit tradesmen with mechanical skills, arguing increased capital spending will stimulate industry. Extended report.
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