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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 06, 1966

Page

3

Industry park for airport at Tullamarine Melbourne

Minister for Civil Aviation Mr Swartz describes an industrial park at Tullamarine Airport as unique and designed to promote a distinctive image for a modern airport. The plan, under study by the Department of Civil Aviation, would ban any industry interfering with airport operations or the park’s character.

Tullamarine Melbourne Civil Aviation Swartz Department of Civil Aviation Ivy Wedgwood Lib Vic Ivy Wedewood

Aborigines NT call for basic wage petitioned Parliament

Mr L R Johnson Lab NSW and Mr W CGC Wentworth Lib NSW yesterday presented petitions to Parliament urging the Government to grant Aborigines in the Northern Territory the basic wage.

L. R. Johnson Lab Nsw W. Cgc. Wentworth Lib Northern Territory

Tariff Insurance Helps Australians Shield Homes and Possessions

Across the nation Tariff Insurance aids Australians in securing their houses and belongings through Houseowners and Householders policies issued by Tariff companies. Fire, Accident and Marine Underwriters Associations promote safety for nearly a century, safeguarding Australian security.

Senators Clash Over Unanswered Questions and Education Grants

Senator Turnbull accused Ministers of apathy for leaving about 70 questions unanswered on the Senate notice paper, including one from September 29, 1965. He urged speeding replies. Sir Alister McMul lin urged framing clearer questions. Minister Gorton defended state responsibility for education funding, while denying a crisis exists. External Affairs Minister Hasluck said Australia explains immigration policies to the Philippines. Deputy Leader Whitlam pressed for a defence retirement fund report, with McMahon promising a speedier Actuary report and staff reviews.

R. J. D. Turnbull Ind Tas Senate Turnbull Alister McMullin Aliser Euucntion and Research J. G. Gorton D. McClelland Lab Nsw Gorton McMahon Defence Forces Commonwealth Actuary Whitlam Commonwealth Superannuation Fund

Safety incentive sought in Parliament for ship and transport

Mr A B Turner Liberal NSW proposed a differential sales tax to reward manufacturers adding safety features. He told the House road accidents cost Australia about 400 million dollars annually and urged the Shipping and Transport Minister Freeth to assess constitutional power for such a tax. Freeth would study the proposal. W G Hayden Labor Qld called for joint parliamentary and expert inquiry into Australian built vehicles and road safety, saying local designs appear to have minimal safety factors.

A. B. Turner Lib. Nsw House of Representatives Australia Mr Freeth Freeth Turner Earlie W. G Hayden Lab Qld

Aircraft rejected by ALP man sparks defence cost debate

Mr Gray in the House criticised a Victa Consolidated airframe design costing about 40000 dollars per aircraft. He claimed the craft offered ground radar immunity, rapid 180 degree turns, heavy armament options, and short takeoff distance, urging immediate purchase for regular and reserve service while warning of potential industry collapse and national defence jeopardy.

Gray Victa Consolidated Industries Pty Ltd Sydney House of Representatives South-east Asia

Drought Relief Bill Introduced In Parliament

The Treasurer Mr McMahon introduced a drought relief bill authorising up to 626 million to Queensland and New South Wales. He said estimates from states ranged, with NSW at 76.5 million and Queensland at 8.5 million, and that further payments could be directed by Parliament. The bill lists categories including carry-on and restocking finance, railway and road transport rebates, local council grants, sugar industry aid, and interest on Treasury bills. The debate was adjourned.

McMahon Queensland Nsw Commonwealth House of Representatives New South Wales Treasury

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