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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1966
Page
1
A fragmented note discusses Corin Dam price at 8.5 million. Mentions Canberras third largest reservoir upstream, Benior Phim Vail and Rendora, with unclear references to capacity and development plans. Outlines potential basin work and migrant workers tied to the Snowy Mountain area.
A spurious address letter to the Manila Times alleges a plot by Hathaway to influence public opinion. Officials in Manila and Canberra say inquiries will proceed, with apologies and recantations expected. Philippine and Australian figures deny wrongdoing and stress strengthening friendship.
The minister announced approval of a speed up iron ore export plan aiming to ship one million tons of pellets annually for ten years. The move followed tensions with the Commonwealth over pricing and policy, with settlers and officials voicing concerns about the agreement.
Geneva reports say Australia may grant preferential tariffs on some imports from developing nations under GATT approval. The United States reportedly supported the scheme while several countries abstained. Australia would set fixed quotas on certain manufactured and finance goods, with a long term plan spanning years and involving negotiated arrangements with Japan and other partners.
Fragmented text notes an annual export of bub and a plan for a plant with multi million ton capacity. A GATT spokesman mentions tariff issues and US stance on stimulating trade among developing countries. The excerpt is incomplete and lacks clear events or dates.
Saigon premier Nansen Ca Ky warned of drastic actions to restore order in Vietnam as protests spread from Hue through central regions toward Da Nang. He said civilian rule could be postponed if necessary and hinted at using force if demonstrations continue to threaten the government.
Since late November Canberra Community Hospital has averaged one set of twins per week, rising sharply to about ten sets weekly. At least four sets are currently in the obstetrics ward with another on the way, doctors noting no proven link to fertility pills and attributing the spike to chance.
The House sat at 2 30 pm and Calms was suspended for 24 hours after intersecting. Question Time focused on Australia's Vietnam involvement and national service men in the Vietnam task force. Leaders traded barbs, a later impromptu debate ensued. Allan Fraser called the government warmongering while Holt blamed Labor for Monday’s Kew Town Hall protest. Calwell denied the charge, saying protests reflected pent up youth opposition to the war.
The House suspended Cairns for a second time after he interrupted Deputy Prime Minister McEwen during a question on South Vietnam being recognised by the United Nations. Speaker Sir John McLeay ordered the halt as debate raged on Vietnam policy and conscription, with Calwell and Holt clashing over ALP policy and defence treaties. The session reflected tensions over Australia’s stance on the Vietnam war and allied commitments.
Debate still grows in Canberra as four Save Our Sons supporters protest outside Parliament House calling on the Army Minister J M Fraser. Melbourne police report a youth summoned on two charges from a meeting addressed by the Prime Minister at Kew. An Anglican minister promotes a world day of prayer for peace in Vietnam.
Government to consider whether married women should work outside home as policy debate continues. Soviet tax plans cited as trigger for possible peace talks. reference to top leaders Chieu and Commvndst. Misc page notes mention classifieds on pages 24 to 26 and a $677 amount.
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