Canberra panelbeaters ban NRMA cooperation and rates set
Dawn Builders and Repairers Association members, led by Alfie Fitzsimmons, announce a unanimous ban on NRMA. They demand a minimum labour rate of 4 50 per hour and refuse to price each item individually, calling NRMA's system uneconomic in current conditions. The move targets Insurance claims and repairs in Canberra and district.
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NRMA rate dispute fuels repair delays and quotes
Mr Fitzsimmons warned that NRMA policy may force car owners to wait or travel to Sydney for quick repairs. He said the association aims for a modest labor rate of 4.50 per hour for NRMA work, while panelbeaters earn about 110 weekly and repair shops charge 7.50 to 8 per hour. NRMA did not comment yesterday.
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Food prices rise across six capitals in May
The Bureau of Census notes substantial food price increases in May across Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, and Canberra. Meat costs also continued to climb in May, contributing to higher year over year consumer price trends.
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Urgent need for reform of taxation system
The ACTU's H J Souter told the Federal Cabinet Economic Sub committee that an annual adjustment of personal income tax rates to CPI is needed to ease inflation driven burden. He called for rebates replacing deductions for equity and urged a commission for consumer affairs and stronger consumer group federation.
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Fragmented Te News Item On Unclear Event
The readable text reports an ambiguous incident with a mention of a fine and an event starting around an hour and a half into the day. Names and places are obscured, leaving a troubled sketch of dates and actions. The fragment hints at a local disruption and a subsequent response.
Drug price shifts reshape Australian pharmaceutical market
In the context of imported ingredients and labor costs, drug prices rose as policy changes and regulatory threats influenced access to medicines. The possibility of delisting drugs from the pharmaceutical benefits list prompted debate over the public interest and the impact on therapy and affordability.
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Canberra Talks Spark Interim 10 Percent Doctor Fee Increase
In Canberra the Federal Government offered doctors an interim 10 percent increase in consultation and home visit fees after talks with AMA leaders Keith Jones and Dr George Ren. the AMA indicates it may seek approval from the Federal Council within nine days and hints at independent tribunal review to set final fee levels aligning with the public medical benefit payments. The discussion notes that roughly 7 percent covers services and about 48 percent covers costs, with the AMA pushing for public input and government accountability.
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Incomes Rise by 54 Percent in Three Years Amid Proposals
A late 20th century article outlines rising incomes, with a 54 percent gain over three years and higher fees affecting major sectors. It discusses government testing AMA convention responses, proposed fee schedules, and potential constitutional changes for new benefits and billing reforms. The piece cites quotes from Hayden and references tensions between government health authorities and the medical profession over AMA fee proposals and funding.
Australian jailed in South Africa terror plot verdict
An Australian and five men were sentenced in Pretoria under South Africa's Terrorism Act. Alenandre Moumura, 34, a naturalised Australian of Greek descent, received 12 years for involvement in a plan to incite a revolt. Other defendants, including four Africans and John Hasty, faced 5 to 15 year terms for related charges. Justice W EMely ruled most accused aided a conspiracy with the ANC, noting Moumbaris entered on a tourist visa to exit quickly if needed.
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Former MP dies in lift in Sydney incident
Former Liberal MP Dugald Munro, aged 43, the Member for Eden-Menaro from 1966, died in a lift accident on Bridge Street. He became jammed between the safety cage and the door as the lift moved, and rescue efforts failed.
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Builders 1 Percent Rate Debate Reaches Page Twenty Two
A brief note indicates a discussion of a one percent builder rate or levy appears on pages twenty to twenty two, guiding readers to follow the continuation for details. No further facts provided in the fragment.
Calwell in Melbourne Husband Suffering Arthritic Illness
Mrs Calwell said tonight her husband had arthritis in both knees and the condition was stated as comfortable. The report notes Calwell in Melbourne amid sedans and references the Federal Australian Labor Percy Fa, with the rest of the garbled text indicating a political context.
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