23 Mar 1974
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 23, 1974
Page
1
Interim figures show 1,970 of 3,300 detached housing plots serviced by end February with 890 blocks planned for completion by June. From 16 January to February 508 plots will be released to individuals and builders, while 218 plots remain allocated to government housing. Strong emphasis on land servicing as a key housing strategy.
New Zealand closed on 221 all out after a spirited defense by Australia. Keith Stackpole fell early to Gilmour while Roy Walters held Australia’s innings with 104 not out as the day ended.
In Sydney on a Friday, the Australian Industrial Court schedules the retake of the case against the Builders Labourers Federation about the segregation dispute. The hearing focuses on legal arguments surrounding union actions and potential remedies.
An interim committee of the proposed ACT Health Commission will be established on April 15 to oversee health services in the ACT. Minister for Health Dr Everingham supports its formation, with interim chair Dr Welle continuing until the permanent commission begins operation. The plan mirrors arrangements for the National Health and Hospitals Commission and includes a full-time chair, deputy, and eight part-time members nominated by the Minister.
London sources report Defence Secretary Manon signaling possible withdrawal from Singapore postures. The Times notes the government weighing options amid strategic reassessment affecting Singapore deployment.
Government announces group building will ease lease terms for co operative housing. Individuals with prior land interest may obtain land for housing, expanding the market beyond previous open auctions. A seminar at Albert Hall outlines private involvement and a plan to meet future housing demand in the Capital Territory.
A proposed neighbourhood plan outlines cooperative housing giving groups of individuals access to land and a home type of their choice. It discusses land pricing, group size flexibility, governance, finance options, and the role of non profit bodies, architects, and lenders in developing such settlements.
Prime Minister aims to reestablish the Inter-State Commission within months to coordinate railway charges and transport services across Australia. The body would also help regulate prices, oversee leases for oil and gas, and possibly supervise trade laws, with details still under department review and tied to constitutional reforms.
In Canberra a dispute arose as Australia sent a trampoline team to the world championships in Johannesburg. Officials questioned the South African team’s racial selection and urged withdrawal, seeking to align with the government’s anti apartheid policy.
London report says the Royal Australian Navy expresses interest in the inquiry into the Sea King helicopter crash that killed four and injured many. An RAN spokesman notes 10 Sea Kings in service and that the model, now used by several nations, is valued around 31.5 million pounds each.
Australia sees a 13 percent jump in food prices for February raising the year on year increase to 14.9 percent. The February rise is 4 percent slower than the 12 month gain recorded through January 31, according to Page 3.
A fragmented and garbled text references Australian policies, the Ern Malley hoax, and various names. It mentions defense, authorship, and a mix of apparent headlines and notes, producing a confused summary evocative of a periodical page fragment. The readable phrases point to cultural and political curiosities without a clear narrative or outcome.
Fragmentary page note discusses draft proposals about differences between the European Community and the United States allies with West Germany. Mentions Leo nmnity and take Stu as placeholders. Lacks clear actions or dates.
Property listing describes a two bedroom executive town house with commanding views over a lake. Includes front and rear aspects, modern kitchen, and living spaces. Mentions price around 40,000 and references to nearby streets and local features.
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