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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1973
Page
3
The Standards Association of Australia published a new standard outlining how to assess noise to establish acceptable limits for residential areas. It does not set a hard limit but guides expected public reaction when noise exceeds accepted levels and suggests two uses: determining broadly acceptable levels or evaluating specific nuisance complaints.
Papua New Guinea's Chief Minister Somare addressed University of Papua New Guinea students urging the government to foster equality, self reliance and rural development. He warned that a wealthy elite risks corrupt practices and distorts investment, urging shared burdens and independence from Australian funding.
A pilot survey for a five year plan to produce an Australian bird atlas has begun in Canberra. The study covers about 500 square miles including Lake George Sussex Inlet Bermagui Bangemore and Captains Flat. The atlas is organized by the Australasian Ornithologists Union to boost member participation in union activities.
Army authorities fear a rapid rise in Citizen Military Forces resignations as an inquiry into CMF roles and service terms is announced by Defense Minister Barnard. Since Nov 30 CMF strength dropped from about 26,000 to 24,500 by Feb 28, with only 100 resignations from the 6,100 who joined to avoid national service.
Fire severely damaged the Liverpool court house in Sydney today. Built in 1855 and described as of considerable interest, the building had been closed as a court last year.
New ACT administration arrangements are not shown to be costlier or less efficient, says Minister for the Capital Territory Enderby. He cites inevitable early irritations but argues specialist skills must be used, noting the ACT Police under the Attorney General rather than the ACT Department. The national law enforcement body would bring greater resources and career opportunities, with local participation to tie specialist work to local knowledge.
The ACT Advisory Council will ask Mr Enderby for a full report on the proposed land commission. At the committee meeting Mr Gordon Walsh proposed a motion urging Enderby to provide the council with details on proposed functions, and the council passed to defer the land commission proposals until the report is prepared.
Professor Frank Fenner, inaugural director of the ANU Centre for Resource and Environmental Studies, will deliver the National Parks Association annual public lecture on Thursday at 7.45 pm in the National Library theatrette.
The Minister for the Capital Territory Mr Enderby inducted 24 prefects at Deakin High School yesterday morning marking the start of their leadership roles in the new term.
International airlines from Australia announce new cheap holiday fares. Singapore Airlines lists a 1 day Singapore trip for 399 and a Sydney Hong Kong return tourist class fare at 719.60. Area manager L J Denison says travelers fly on scheduled services with standard cabin service. The all inclusive package to Singapore and Hong Kong stands at 564.
Australian Prime Minister Whitlam, per Time magazine, said China is amazingly docile and that Australia will end subservience to the United States. He cautioned about ties with Britain and outlined a shift in Australia’s global outlook and trade views.
Wellington leaders backed Malaysia's call for a neutral South East Asia at a luncheon for Deputy Prime Minister Tun Dr Ismail. Prime Minister Kirk and Opposition Leader Marshall supported neutrality, saying regional relations are changing and NZ will not withdraw from involvement in SE Asia.
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