Open day at Phillip College showcases new education approach
Phillip College held an open day for parents and community members to view its education method emphasizing close student teacher relations. Despite eight thousand dollar audio visual gear the principal said facilities alone do not define the school. Students like Kerry Maguire praised reduced academic pressure and greater involvement in activities such as TV transmissions, radio operation, and film making, while others noted enhanced discipline and interest due to diverse subject offerings.
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No development on education indexation debate
The Treasury blocked progress on indexing education grants during Budget talks, a spokesman for Education Minister Senator Carrick said. Dr George Smith of the Australian Teachers Federation criticized rolling triennial funding as creating de facto annual budgeting and urged clearer policy and forward planning. He blamed both governments for stalling education reform and warned education had become a political football used to attract votes.
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Collection of bins changes in Canberra suburbs
The Canberra Times reports new bin collection times starting next Monday as new contractors take over in several Canberra suburbs. Collections begin at 6am and households should place bins on the kerb the night before. Modern quieter compaction vehicles funded by the Department of the Capital Territory will be used. For inquiries call 462158.
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Australian artists donate papers to National Library
Actress Dinah Shearing and husband Rodney Milgate of Sydney present personal papers to the National Library. Shearing adds photographs reviews theatre programs and letters documenting 25 years of Australian entertainment. Milgate contributes play and poem typescripts letters photographs art catalogues and cuttings.
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Uranium dispute fuels Australian politics and union talks
Uren warned the uranium deal may face a tough path as conservatives and nationals seek a resolution amid union disputes. Professor Hughes urged a quick solution through mediation, with possible judicial inquiry if no agreement is reached within about a month. The case references previous talks and a 1975 parliamentary dissolution context.
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Fraser in China talks boost ties with Asia-Pacific links
Australia Prime Minister Fraser wrapped up a week in China amid rapid rapprochement, agreeing on defense and nonproliferation aims while noting areas of dispute such as nuclear policy. He toured Urümchi near the Soviet border, signaling strong bilateral ties and regional cooperation with ASEAN states.
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Family fun afternoon entertains Canberra youths at Albert Hall
About 450 children and adults enjoyed a sunlit Sunday family afternoon in Canberra. The Muki arts program, a Blue Folk Community Arts Association and American Field Service joint effort, offered clay pottery, pet shows, painting, kite making, dressing up, square dancing, a fashion parade, and a spaghetti eating contest. Youths watched plays on TV, used rubber duck band instruments, and created music with squeaking ducks and rattles, while some performed short plays on closed circuit video.
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ANU Joins Particle Search With Japanese Balloon Trials
Australian National University physicists participate in Japanese upper atmosphere experiments to detect short lived particles. A balloon flight from Alice Springs in October would carry emulsion chambers to record high energy cosmic ray interactions. The project aims to search for particles with lifetimes of about one billionth of a second and could lead to a workshop next year with scientists from Japan, the United States and Australia.
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Mining union resists concessions over uranium issue
Banson mine leader Mr Uren warned the union must not yield on the uranium question, arguing that those who pushed the November 11, 1975 Labor Government dismissal bears heavy responsibility. He linked Australia’s potential nuclear energy future to broader political and industrial stakes.
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Bland tipped as ABC chair with Fraser delay
Canberra reports indicated Sir Henry Bland, 66, a former federal department head, would become Australian Broadcasting Commission chair though officials warned the appointment depended on Prime Minister Fraser’s Japan China trip. The death of former chair Professor Robert Downing sparked months of speculation while industry critics urged caution on uranium policy and multi national influence. United States’ uranium debate echoed in Labor and union discussions over Mary Kathleen mine and energy policy.
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ABC
Fonmer
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Resign cleric urges unity during national crisis
The Reverend Alan Walker of Central Methodist Mission urged Governor-General Sir John Kerr to consider resigning for national unity. Speaking at the Lyceum Theatre he warned Australia faced internal division threatening the nation's moral foundations.
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John
Laboratories Stay Shut At Weston Creek High
Weston Creek High School laboratories have been closed for three weeks due to inadequate heating with no immediate improvement. The closure was supported by the school board and Parents and Citizens Association as best for long term education. The Department of Construction outlined needed work, but the Department of Education has no funds to undertake it.
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Department of Education
NSW anti-discrimination penalties announced
Sydney reports outline proposed penalties up to 2000 dollars for anti-discrimination offenses after conciliation fails. The board may order ceasing discriminatory practices and impose penalties for noncompliance. Damages could be awarded to complainants.
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Widows Could Be Disadvantaged Under Pension Proposals
Canberra spokeswoman for the Women's Electoral Lobby warns that the Income Security Review Group proposals may severely disadvantage widows. The group reportedly completed a major report on pension payment and eligibility, proposing a standardized income test that ignores asset value and bases eligibility on annual income. The spokeswoman argues the plan benefits those with substantial assets and could exclude many current pension recipients, despite administrative convenience.
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