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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 30, 1955

Page

2

Waterfront Inquiry Demands Immediate Government Action

In loving memory of Tuiher slamnee Eoape, the waterfront inquiry is urged to act with urgency. The report, long delayed, faces criticism for slow progress and perceived bias, with calls for a prompt, impartial investigation into the trade and industry impacts in Avatgalla. The text stresses that shipping and related sectors deserve thorough scrutiny.

Anderegn Tuiher Slamnee Eoape Tial Eine Goulow Comsomergalth Avatgalla

Israel ministry resigns in four-party coalition collapse

Israel's four party coalition led by Prime Minister warned of collapse amid a rift within the government. The Labour and other parties debated the most serious disagreements on policy and leadership, triggering the resignation of key ministers and signaling a potential fresh election.

Sjerunmsavas yVedieatay Iarael GoaliLign Moaba Bharett Ta Dlag Ite Nin Pares Moderele Labour Arty Mapa Fina Tia Ziopiats Uiata

Canberra Weather Forecast From Meteorological Service

Weather bulletin reports scattered clouds and cool to mild conditions across Australian regions. Canberra and Sydney expect moderate temperatures with light winds while coastal areas show changing conditions and a chance of rain later today.

Yeaterday Canberra Bam Gras Tar Adiend Camerna Troma Jorale

ACT Civil Works Students Expenditure Rise In Canberra Budget

Canberra budget talks show civil works spending approaching 4 000 000 pounds as ACT officials outline expenditure for the current year. Mr Gooden, secretary to the Treasury, notes that defence, aviation and university projects are excluded from the Civil Works allocation and that the 1954 55 appropriation stood at 4 473 000 pounds amid a rising expenditure trend. The report cites past year totals and the potential peak if current momentum continues. The document also mentions Queen Elizabeth II’s visit to Dundee and Edinburgh during a royal tour.

Giiount Amisant J. Goodes Asta Yeutenny Slere Gene Senate Canberra Gooden Ngvres Ty de Defence Ale Fvtan National University Tbe Poa Olen Department of Civil Aviation He Catro Vanidon Yeansmany Foie Medical Walter Raleigh Queena Dunder Rocoriet Mit IL Van Inc Eller Soorney Duke of Edinburyh Rater Grmy Dundee Norway Beotland Edinburgh Holyroad House Yeate Xy Haakon Kag Rian Netion

Former Customs Officer Joins Ford Motor Company Australia

Burton, formerly of Canberra, has been appointed manager at Ford Motor Company of Australia. announced by Managing Director Chalton Smith yesterday. Burton joined Word bny December THMi with a career in Customs including acting manager of the Custom nat True Division. He has held posts at the Customs House Sydney from 1920 to 1941 and with the Department of Trade and Customs during the war, later joining Ford.

Bt Burton Canberra Ford Motor Company of Australia Chalton AL Smith Ir Burton Word Bny Tmi of Customs Glirton Fordtrom Department of ‘Trade Cs Tomes Cuntome House Sydney Atyadeaml Systems Burney Fording

Industry Almost Doubled Since Pre war

Industry in Australia expanded markedly after the war with permits and factory counts rising. Figures released by the Commonwealth Statistician show a surge from 36,642 factories before the war to 86,306 afterward, with wages totaling 1708,38001 and payments around 3,006,476.0.

Thenstry Australia Austral Actng Commonwealth Atatlician Carver Releaiese Awse-Sa Vulpul

Ferry Mission For Transport Wing

Transport Wing plans to ferry equipment from Laverton to Darwin for four weeks of exercise by Melbourne Citizen Air Force Squadron. The Vampire jet squadron will train in Northern Australia with limited participation by Dakotas. Lincoln squadron has been at Darwin with the Fleet. Wing will return to Canberra.

Raak No Obs Transport Laverton Darwin Packenorvan KAAS Canberre

Unclear Royal Expenditure Report From Port Pie Australia

Fragmentary OCR text lists regality figures and a reference to General and Lady Slim with a note about yesterday and Port Pie in South Australia. Details are incomplete but imply a ceremonial or budgetary item tied to royal or regnal expenditure and colonial administration.

Three Modern Banks Planned For Kingston

Kingston will see three modern banks built with new premises and management facilities. The Commonwealth Bank plans a large modern building with a branch, while redundancies and a forward-looking design aim to retain dignity and efficiency. The Bank of New Zealand and other lenders are expected to expand, with plans for a central manager and upgraded offices. The project aims to modernize banking in the area and attract business activity.

Reac Jardine Kingston Commonwealth Ina Bank of New i \Waon han & Branch Abe Atten Ting Lara Shin Bank Tom Seeasaee Canberra Udon Creitty

Club Liquor Permit Conditions Emerging From Test

The club liquor permit review outlines conditions for special permits including no permits before start, separate liquor and refreshments, and a per-guest fee during the permit period. The Interior Minister Hughes is expected to decide next month on the proposal.

Peera Serra Cleenamy Erin Regal Interior Hughes

More Hotels Needed Says Director Of Tourist Bureau

The director of the tourist bureau urges expanding hotel capacity to meet rising demand. He notes growing need for accommodation in Canberra and stresses improving dining and meeting facilities to support tourism growth.

Tourist Bureau Peary Mraata Bivadtan Mires Crafts Way Hotel Prey den Dunbar Wee Senate Sagulringe Canberra Bennicy Vincent Lib W.A Cantorra Canberra For Nother Othr Camp ; He Aprerd’ Welth Metallum Lib Ahd

McLaren challenges cultural building plans in Canberra debate

Mr McLaren tells a parliamentary committee that proposed cultural buildings threaten suburban development and residential areas. He argues the plan is too restrictive, warns it could become a white elephant, and urges a revised project scope with proper engineering guidance.

Canberm Grare Abe McLauren Geonielsen Wilout MF Stelaren Mybaren Compietel Amd Ianstecapest Annie Yeaterday Capital Hill War ‘Memorial MaLaren Nasteen McLaren Trenafers

Population planning in Canberra area growth projections

Plans foresee Canberra area population rising toward 100000 with 80 000 to 100 000 residents in outer divisions and satellite suburbs. Officials outline density targets for Lyneham Deakin Kingston and Manuka while cost and transport links to Mounts Ainslie and other sites are debated.

Fire on refloated submarine at Portland dockyard

Reports state a fire broke out aboard a refloated submarine at Portland dockyard following its recovery from Porlana harbour four weeks ago. The incident involved the crew of twelve and was attributed to an electrical fault. Fire extinguishers were used and no fatalities are confirmed. further details remain unclear.

New Sub Branch Vor ex Naval Men's Association

A fragmentary notice describes the formation of a new Sub Branch of the Ex-Naval Men's Association likely in Australia. It names NZW President Vere Bonke and ACT President FW Mason and mentions members from Albera Queaitheyur and Vann along with Goulburn district service in the Navy.

Vor ex-Naval Men’s Association Roe Alberra Queaitheyur Vann NZW Vere Bonke FW. Mason Goulburn

Problem To House New Workmen

The Department of Works faces housing issues for incoming workmen as contractors struggle with recruitment, relocation, and labor efficiency. Ongoing inquiries and debates stress need for better accommodation and streamlined migration of labor for development projects.

Letters To The Editor Progress in Use OF Nuclear Energy

The letter critiques progress in nuclear energy use and references a European conference and debates in the United Kingdom. It contrasts questioned superficial discussions with calls for concrete training in dentistry and engineering, noting figures like Rutherford and others in science and space studies.

Government Rental Readjustments and Servant Pay Controversy

A clipped debate on rental readjustments questions whether a servant should pay a fair share of costs for others. The piece cites public clamor over rent payments, salaries, and widows in Canberra, noting how forced contributions affect families and households. It touches on aiding younger workers to meet payments for essentials like refrigerators and washing machines while reflecting on moral duty and shared burden.

Lena Canberra Aviabande Ellen

Negra Soprano To Sing With A.B.C.

Mattiwilda Dobba will tour Australia with the American Broadcasting Commission during a 12 week visit. She will perform in Canberra on July 23 and be listed among ten noted sopranos in a Gallup poll.

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