13 May 1965
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 13, 1965
Page
1
A government figure presents changes to the electoral system amid ongoing debate. The proposal includes reforms aimed at modernizing procedures and expanding voter access, with officials citing efficiency and fairness. Critics warn of potential impacts on representation and turnout.
A group of retiring senators plans a tour of parliamentary divisions in May and September. The delegation includes leaders such as Seaver and Buell with sessions in Canberra and other capitals. The trip aims to review committees and reflect on legislative work ahead of leaving office.
Damaged text fragment shows garbled words and partial phrases from a local notice or listing. Readable items include scattered references to a monetary amount and a potential public sale or amendment note. No clear names, dates, places, or entities can be confirmed.
The Communist Party in Indonesia, led by Aidit, urged a democratic election as a remedy to ongoing economic difficulties. In a speech before a plenary session, Aidit claimed unity with the cabinet and called for stronger parliamentary participation to push national reforms despite anti American actions.
An early report describes a devastating fire that destroyed the yacht club building and left remaining structures unusable. The acting secretary Mr Jack Deehle announced steps to relocate members to the Canberra Club for three months while a new clubhouse is planned and funds are arranged.
Debates in Parliament over a Defence Bill allowing conscripts aged 18 to 60 to be sent overseas faced a government defeat as Labor MPs opposed the measure. The bill, tied to defence emergencies, envisions up to five tours and drew strong opposition while highlighting fears about wartime conscription, with references to Vietnam era tensions and international alliances.
Fragmentary wartime notice mentions US ships, a canal, and anti-American sentiment abroad. It references Vietnam, Australia, and a call of Yank go home with scattered phrases about military action and naval force.
The article describes preparations for Luna IS landings and compares Soviet and American space efforts. It notes the capsule Luna IS expected to land in the Chand area of the moon with a manned crew watching for a possible safe touchdown. Russian observers await verification of the landing technique and televised imagery as Tass reports on new safe landing features.
Detectives probe a dead newborn found yesterday wrapped in brown paper at Darwan Post Office. Police withhold the address and say the infant was about ta days old.
Canberra residents await word on extending the ACT fire ban past May as the Bushfire Council meets. Trees and open fires may require a permit. bonfires are restricted and neighboring Queanbeyan and Yarrandmla councils have already extended bans.
A review excerpt discusses Australia’s defence potential and treaty effects. Dr Mutar, Royal Military College alumnus and former AIF infantryman, analyzes strategic implications while noting troop figures and allied roles. The piece advertises the book on page 2 and references related pages and classifieds.
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