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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 12, 1977

Page

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Fraser Island sand mining rethink hinted by deputy PM

In Maryborough Anthony Fraser MARYBOROUGH quoted Deputy Prime Minister Anthony saying the government could revisit curbs on Fraser Island sand mining if world rutile demand rises in the 1980s. He noted a three year $10 million compensation plan to communities may be reassessed after the period ends amid unusual circumstances.

Maryborough Fraser Island Anthony Ane Island Rugle Australia Fraser Talend

Explosion kills 17 miners in Hokkaido mine disaster

A mine explosion in northern Hokkaido, Japan, left 17 miners dead and eight trapped by a cave‑in. Rescue teams labored to reach those buried under heavy debris about 1,400 metres from the pit entrance as 16 others were confirmed dead and several survivors were pulled to safety.

Ashibetsu Japan Hokkaido

Uranium talk stirs debate on aiding famine relief

A quoted nuclear expert discusses uranium as a potential aid to famine relief, arguing mining and export could free energy resources, reduce dependence on oil, and support civilian needs. He cautions against using uranium for weapons, while critics warn against political manipulation in mining policy.

The Times marks 60 000th issue with historic reprint

The Times London marks its 60 000th issue by reprinting historic reports from its 92 year history. An editorial notes pride in covering major events including the French Revolution and the 1969 moon landing report on July 21. Neil Armstrong is described as the first man to walk on the moon at 3.56am local time.

London Aap-Reuter Times Maridan Totus Norauio Nelson Trafalgar Napoleon Bonaparte Waterloo Briain Neil Armstrong Armstrong

Hobart traffic vote clash as Fraser meets Labour figure

In Hobart Mr Fraser and Tasmanian Labour member Mr Neilson crossed paths after a Liberal luncheon. A planned referendum badge event drew mixed reactions as witnesses described the crowd and surrounding activity at the crossing.

Fraser Neilson Gumpanye

Canberra public littering crackdown guidance and bags

Text appears as garbled OCR about a Canberra Territory plan to distribute 500000 litter bags and 300000 small protests tied to a new 29 dollar littering fine. Mentions Canberra tourist bureau ACT Police and local committees, with references to tenders for manufacturing pie bugs and reminders for vehicle tear controls.

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Stand-down threat to Public Service staff in Australia

Federal Cabinet in Adelaide considers stand-down of public servants amid developing strike. If controllers decide to persist, formal applications to the Public Service Board are due by Monday. The Defence of Transport says about 2,000 employees at airparts nationwide have been employed, with the situation under constant review as stand-downs affect over 10,000 domestic airline workers.

Adelaide Transm Ist Mugic Australia Public Service Plan Public Service Board

RAAF to Tasmania fuels emergency air services stand down

In a chaotic update the RAAF prepares to fly to Tasmania as Tasmanian flights are halted and TAA and Ansett slash staff. Tasmanian government talks possible while Federation heads and ministers discuss shifting freight and passenger priorities. RAAF to man controllers in Launceston Hobart and fuel emergency links as stand downs affect Qantas and other airlines.

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PM pledge to proceed with IRB and alliance talks

Policy notes show Prime Minister pledging to proceed with Industrial Relations Bureau legislation and government backing. NATO ministers grown annoyed by US pledge for alliance and European arms, with regional tensions cited. Bails and bicycle path plans also referenced across pages with tourism and justice notes.

Grees Asear Industrial Relations Bureau N.A.T.O NATO Allance

Australian Cricket Board confirms role as sole promoter

The piece notes the Australian Cricket Board reaffirming its position as the exclusive promoter of cricket in Australia at interstate and international levels. The item appears on the back page under sections including People and Fashion with references to TV, Radio, and crosswords.

Cricket Australian Cricket, Board Reat Australia

Ambassadors stranded as Australia braces for strikes and talks

Reported disruption hits Australia with the US Ambassador-designate Philip Alston and other envoys unable to travel amid cancelled conferences and looming labor actions. Canberra Canberra Canberra struggle intensifies as private meetings fade and unions warn of broader clashes.

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Australia Japan ties seen through stereotypes and air travel

Japanese view Australia as a desert-dwelling land of bushmen and shearers while Australians see Japan as rapid urban culture. Australian Ambassador John Menadue says air fares hinder understanding between the nations and between Sydney and Tokyo. He warns stereotypes persist despite cross cultural exchange and travel.

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