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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 16, 1963
Page
5
Lawmakers debated independence timing for Papua and New Guinea amid Indonesia troop movements in West Irian. Opposition pressed for a date, while ministers cited nonalignment and ongoing talks.
The Ministers discussed on-the-spot grants for flood victims and relief for farmers and factory workers during the harsh flood period. Social Services and Repatriation officials cited limited funds but indicated state and commonwealth support could be provided in cases of desperation. An officer was sent to the NSW north coast to assess needs with RSL and ex-service groups assisting.
The Senate heard that a Russian cancer drug claimed to cure malignant cancers had not been used in Australia though available since 1954. Health Minister Wade noted its use in Russia for leukemia and inoperable cancers while warning many drugs have unpredictable side effects and warrant investigation by the Department of Health. He also said East-West Airlines may apply to operate Sydney to Albury and that Albury airport work should start in a few weeks.
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