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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 16, 1957
Page
14
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Workers in New South Wales Victoria South Australia face a union driven push over long service leave. The Commonwealth Arbitration Commission decision will bind and may override state legislation. Employers insist long service leave be granted on a per employer basis. The four states account for about 800 000 metal workers. The matter draws protests from union leaders and will be referred to the ACTU for action.
In Amman on Wednesday King Hussein of Jordan declined an invitation to join King Saud of Saudi Arabia and King Feisal of Iraq in Baghdad. He apologized citing the current situation in Jordan as the reason.
Villagers in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh face extreme hunger with reports of one meal every two days and two deaths. Government says grain stocks are sufficient to meet the emergency as Parliament receives the update.
Debates on reforming the Public Service call for a complete review every decade and an immediate inquiry into operations. Members condemn waste and defend long held protections while proposing access to records and tighter scrutiny of examinations and officer reports.
A deputation plans to press for definite plans for a modern technical college in Canberra. Speakers urged the council to renew the fight for a purpose built college to attract students and support local citizens, arguing millions are spent on universities while technical education is underprovided. Dialogues referenced prior wartime discussions, site reservations, and the need to accommodate students in a growing Canberra.
Australian Labour figures discuss sending a four man parliamentary delegation to visit India, China and other regions, with dates set around June 17. The group includes NAW, Griffiths, Clarey and Senator Aresté, while A J Detziel acts as secretary to the delegation. Other Labour candidates faced defeats and proposed tours include engagements to Manila, Hong Kong, and London for inter parliamentary meetings.
Soviet Russia yesterday launched a premium bond drive to develop the national economy with a target of 12 900 units. The effort aims to raise funds for broader economic development and public investment across the republics.
London officials warn of renewed congestion as petrol tanks fill. A SPEAKer for the Society for the Prevention of Accidents cites elevated figures and lingering high risks suggesting standards may be slipping on road safety.
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