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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 05, 1966

Page

12

Cutting Off the Money Flow in Britain’s Investment

The British plan to curb overseas money movement shifts rules on sterling and non-sterling investments. With limits on new inflows and a push to reinvest profits domestically, Australia likely faces a reduced foreign investment influx of about 100 to 140 million dollars while reserves remain strong. The drought and higher farm prices offset production losses, but the coming years demand new policies to ease the economic impact.

Phizaws McMahon Callaghan Tol Hough Britain

Export Growth Through Lower Costs and Infrastructure

The text urges keeping domestic costs down to boost exports especially in beef, minerals, and manufactures. It calls for road modernization in Queensland and the Northern Territory, better port and transport facilities, restrained wage increases, and active pursuit of overseas markets while avoiding tariff hikes and costly industry gaps. Britain's military presence looms as a factor in the regional economy.

Queensland Northern Territory Department of Trade and Industry Manuka Arbitration Commission Britain

Conscription is the only answer for Australia’s Army

A Canberra Times analysis argues that volunteer enlistment cannot meet overseas commitments in Vietnam and elsewhere. It weighs conscription to raise 3,000 to 4,500 special volunteers, plus 10,090 regulars, and compares Korea's K Force to present needs amid full employment.

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Election campaign roils Queensland in heated pre nominating

Nominations closed sparking party infighting as Labor and Liberal factions clash over eligibility rules. Key figures include ALP leader Buresa in Brisbane and Premier Nicklin, with independents appearing in Ipswich West and Hawthorpe seats. Federal leaders plot invasion as campaigning begins in earnest.

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Letters to the editor on nurseries as a social solution

A reader argues for government funded nurseries to support working mothers and early child development. He contends such facilities would raise birthrates, free women to work, and provide educated care, while preventing harmful home environments and gendered labor division. The piece critiques private homes and urges social reform for intelligent upbringing.

Hovedam Constanty Satillon

Public debate over conscription and justice in Australia

Letters urge Canberra to rethink national service and policing methods. Contributors argue against universal compulsory service, claim rehabilitation incentives are lacking, and call for volunteer arms while addressing concerns on public service fairness. A resident suggests practical safeguards for security without broad home searches and criticizes current ballot systems.

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Irman Eer Tiare Avcommhoflation Report in Canberra

The report discusses hotel and accommodation standards in Canberra, noting subsidies and industry cooperation with government. It outlines differing views on standardization and cautions against premature tariff reforms while aiming for affordable, appropriate development in the Commonwealth context. The committee leader Killen emphasizes collaborative efforts with agencies.

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Rights and conscription stir council debate May Day

Fragmentary article discusses human rights concepts from the Universal Declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly. It cites Australia about freedom from arbitrary arrest and speech, and critiques government actions affecting private life and foreign policy.

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Professor Amit Expulsion Sparks Debate at ALP

A fractured record cites Professor Amit's expulsion from the ALP but frames the event amid references to rivals and the Canberra hospital setting. Names such as Elizabeth Bickford Narrabisadah, Prof Avedt, and Ronald Hieser appear in a charged discussion about tenure and “most efficient treatment” claims within a political context.

Tenur Aigo Canberds Gomtaunly Hospital Elizabeth Bickford Prof Avedt ALP Professor Amit Hushes and Holman Ronald Hieser

Historic visit highlights Hobart area event

Vice regal remarks and a brief note on a performance at the Canberra Theatre featuring the Berioska Dance Company of Moscow. Her Excellency Lazy Casey attended the evening event in Holsworthy New Smith Wales area.

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