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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 08, 1973
Page
1
Fragmented OCR shows scattered phrases about jobless counts and names, with many garbled words and interspersed non-related terms. unable to extract coherent events, dates, or entities beyond scattered references to unemployment figures and potential names.
Emergency crews report widespread destruction in Jindabyne after a high wind event. Homes suffered damaged roofs and shattered windows as telephone lines and power were disrupted. Civil Defence volunteers aided residents in cleanup while police coordinated post storm operations. Local stores advertised urgent repair services as the town faced days of disruption.
The Advisory Council urged the ACT Parliament to consider abortion reform, referencing a prior council resolution and proposals for draft legislation. It argued termination should be legal if two qualified doctors deem continuation would threaten the mother’s life or health, or harm the child. The discussion touched on legal precedents and potential changes to the NSW Crimes Act as applied to the ACT, with emphasis on patient circumstances and broader social implications.
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered words about sales events and tickets. Names, places, and dates are largely unreadable, but hints of an auction or sale appear with references to tickets and enterprises. The readable content is too garbled to identify a clear subject, participants, or location.
A tumultuous account describes a summit attempt on the vast peak with the Sherpa listing among the climbers. It notes the ascent following two other climbers, highlighting Nepalese support and defense ministry involvement while marking Saturday as the key day.
Health Minister Dr Everingham announced the ACT Pharmacy Ordinance will be amended to remove the ban on selling contraceptives other than oral war through ordinary retailers. The move aims to improve access, with non oral contraceptives previously limited to registered pharmacists under The Poisons and Dangerous Drugs Ordinance.
Ugandan President Amin orders an extensive cabinet reshuffle following multiple resignations and a top official’s departure to Europe. Acting ministers will head committees in the President’s office to tackle seized businesses and expatriate property left by Asians expelled last year.
The Treasurer and the Minerals Minister announced plans to abolish exploration concessions for oil and mining firms and end the petroleum search subsidy. Proposed amendments target sections 77C 77D and 78A of the Income Tax Assessment Act to tax and limit capital subscriptions, aiming to curb government losses exceeding 250 million and reduce exploration incentives for shareholders and prospecting companies.
Ministers outlined the petroleum search subsidy scheme with eligibility limited to explorations and surveys completed by June 30, 1974. Expenditures after that date would not qualify. Total approved subsidies reached 12.79 million and related costs totaled 264 million, with funds coming from federal and state sources and shareholder contributions. The government framed the policy as a long-term export economy measure to encourage exploration and development.
Amid protests over French nuclear tests, Australia weighs limited naval support and a refueling role featuring HMAS Canberra and HMAS Sydney in coordination with the Royal Australian Navy and RNZN. The plan aims to provide aid without escalating to direct confrontation while ensuring Australian and New Zealand vessels can assist allies if required.
Five more staff for the Chinese Embassy arrived in Canberra, bringing the total to 14. Among those expected tomorrow are the press attaché and his wife, a journalist, and an assistant. The embassy in Beijing will be manned by six Australians, including the ambassador Dr Fitzgerald. Local staff employed include safety personnel.
The report cites Papua New Guinea figures saying the Australian government accepts PNG could not be a mere link to its neighbour. It discusses the PNG Ansett airline debate amid broader regional tensions and political statements by leaders.
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