03 Mar 1972
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1972
Page
1
A fragmented report outlines a proposed 35 acre site for sport and leisure use, including a National Capital De-Relogiment era project and a large development plan for Linseed envlanged irke land. The text mentions committees, sales, and potential public participation, with references to passive passes and various unclear entities.
A government statement says a tribunal recommends continued detention of Rhodesian nationalists and key figures tied to the fishery and colonial administration. The detainees faced extended periods in custody while authorities review security concerns, with the tribunal’s decision cited as justification.
The government opened a parliamentary offensive with a censure motion directed at Leader of the Opposition Whitlam. The debate centered on national service law breaches and the opposition’s stance, ending amid strong exchanges and claims of undermining constitutional government.
A garbled local notice describes butchers reorganizing after a disruption in meat supply. It mentions Camber, Mira Wo, and weekend days, hinting at a shop network facing shortages and a planned meeting to discuss salvage or new sourcing.
A storm caused widespread electrical outages and confusion in the region. Residents reported damaged lines and delayed repairs as officials warned of continued cloud cover and a forecast high around 37 degrees with yesterday’s high near 80.
The minister signals a plan to seek cabinet approval for an ordinance granting central powers to eject demonstrators and occupy Crown land near Parliament House. If passed, the measure would go to the Executive Council for final action and aims to protect public places in the ACT. Aboriginal protesters have occupied the Parliament lawns since January in a campaign over land rights.
In a rough, OCR plagued note a shooting team is mentioned along with a stray line about sending an egg surplus to Asia. Names and places are unreadable but the gist points to a sports context with an international angle. The garbled fragments hint at a communication or fundraising item.
The minister for Hewith Senawir Sir Kenneth Anerson issued yesterday a yell ed threat the government will not provide a participatory scheme to protect the main fee system. He warned that unless action is taken, fee increases could affect patients and doctors, with negotiations ongoing between AMPA and the government over a proposed common fee concept.
Reported seizure of 940 pounds of pure heroin in Marseille marks a major drug bust. Sources state the shipment is among the largest ever found, with value estimates up to several million dollars. The operation involved anti narcotics authorities and highlighted Marseille as a suspected major trafficking hub along the Mediterranean.
Sydney reports chemical abortion has begun in Australian teaching hospitals after Federal approval. The trial at King George V. Hospital involves prostaglandin agents and a measured, supervised protocol with doctors and nurses monitoring patients for safety.
The Senate will adopt new three piece charcoal Breyninglas wool uniforms for attendants on Tuesday, marking a first time differing from the House of Representatives attire. The design features a fitted waist, red lapels and a distinct Australian coat of arms motif, while the House keeps a dark blue two piece suit.
ANU lecturer Mr FA Tyalhwlev died in Conerra aged years after years on the university staff. He specialised in public policy and administration and wrote on the Commonwealth Public service and graduate employment. A funeral will be held tomorrow morning at St Patrick's Church Braddon.
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