Papua and Guinea Bill Advances as Wool and Dairy Legislation Move
Parliament debated a money motion on atomic test policy as wool research and dairy stabilisation bills were introduced. The House passed the Papua and Guinea Bill and discussed the Public Service Bill while the Senate prepared to meet for further motions and postal regulation discussions.
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Parliament needs better Canberra connected MPs says editorial
An Australian parliamentary editorial urges MPs to gain broader knowledge and travel for national benefit. It argues ministers should build administrative understanding before taking office and that overseas travel should equip members for serious national duties.
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Parliament to Sit Extra Days to Handle Divorce Bill
Government decides to keep the House of Representatives in session for two extra days to advance the Uniform Divorce Bill. The House resumes Tuesday May 28 instead of May 22, to allow Joan Cornell meeting May 23-24. Senate not recalled and will adjourn May 22. Government aims to reach second reading if debate passes.
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Land Reserved for Old People's Homes
Mr Fairhall said he was speaking on the matter of land reserved for old people's homes and the related plans during a council discussion. He noted concerns about allocation and future use.
Pedera cenfer opening amid naval officers
The event was attended by Vice-Regal His Excellency and Lieutenant J. Ft.-RAN ADC as the afternoon opened the annual Pedera cenfer. The Central Development Association Section 36 Ainslie had been reserved and provided about six acres.
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Jewish Migration Wave Hits Israel
A large new wave of Jewish immigrants is arriving in Israel at about 300 daily, with monthly totals projected between 8,000 and 10,000 for most of the year and up to 19,000 in May and June. The Jewish Agency coordinates intake, housing, and initial support, while the government funds absorption, and development towns and agricultural settlements receive many newcomers.
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Taraet
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New Home
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United Jewish Append
United States
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Critics and residents clash over Canberra music scene and street cleanliness
Letters note frustration with Muse Lover’s misread critique of the Orchestral Society and call for clearer standards for Our Town. They blame lack of support from locals for music groups and urge stricter rubbish enforcement around Canberra South Bowling Club to boost civic pride.
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Canberra South
Access Roads In New Deakin
Letter from residents urging the Department to extend Hi Circuit for a direct route to Kingston and Manuka, arguing the current bush track via Bedford Street is dusty and slippery and proposing a regularly graded alternative for better access.
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Capberra Times
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Kingston
Manuka
Auburba
Bedford Street
Dumping Of Rubbish Penalty Notice
Fragmentary report notes a proposed penalty of £30 for rubbish dumping. Legal language is garbled but indicates enforcement action related to improper disposal in a public or private area.
Wheat Supplies Shortage Spurs Emergency Board Requests
Farmers and graziers seek emergency wheat from the Australian Wheat Board as Australia faces shrinking stocks after a year when area sown to wheat in 1956-57 fell 23 percent from the prior year. Overseas commitments and dwindling supply prompt wheat handling and grower groups to push for all available sown area to be planted this season.
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Australian Wheat Board
Australia
Wool Prices Rise at Goulburn Market
Goulburn markets show a two cent increase in Merino wool prices from last week. Top price reported was 140d for AAA graded wool, with about 6,700 bales processed.
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Goulburn
Government frees held E. Harrison in bribery probe
An official statement says El Harrison is released under the government probe into graft. Authorities report no charges at this time, and the case centers on suspected malpractices linked to public funds. Details remain limited as investigations continue.
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