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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 16, 1972

Page

3

Gallup poll shows PM McMahon approval at 26 percent

A Gallup Poll taken two weeks after the mini budget reveals McMahon’s approval at 26 percent, up from a prior low. Whitlam’s approval sits higher among ALP and non-ALP voters, with varying disapproval rates. the poll tracks changes across LCP and ALP supporters and notes shifts since the mini budget.

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Fluoride Toothpaste Debate and Dental Health Claims

The article discusses fluoride toothpaste history and claims to improve dental health for all ages. It cites Ipana Fluoride as beneficial for children's teeth and argues adults can use fluoride toothpaste too. It emphasizes regular brushing, dental visits, and confidence in one’s natural teeth lasting a lifetime.

Laxative brands withdrawn from Australian hospitals

Acting general superintendent said four brands of laxatives used in Canberra hospitals have been withdrawn after the Australian Drug Elimination Committee raised concerns about their safety. Wells aid there may be no problem in subsiding the withdrawal as investigations continue.

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Resignation of New Zealand Labour Federation Leader

Auckland Monday reports that Tom Ski net, president of the Federation of Labour, resigned from the Government-sponsored National Development Gimletence, calling it a talk machine. The brief note notes the sudden move and frames it as a political shift within the labour movement.

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Minerals forecasts disputed by conservationists in Australia

A Australian Mining Industry Council bulletin triggers dispute over mineral reserves. Conservationists accuse broad generalizations about supply longevity, arguing forecasts rely on current technology and known mineralisation. Proponents warn reserves may extend thousands of years if exploitation costs and methods change.

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Conference youths attend Young Christian Students event at ANU

About 40 young people, mostly Catholic aged 16 to 20, will attend the Young Christian Students national conference opening today at John XXII College on the Australian capital campus.

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Lease-auction bids at restricted auction yield prices

Bids at a restricted lease auction held yesterday at the Athere Mall generated several successful offers. Participants included PETAR and other bidders, with prices reaching notable levels as the auction concluded in Parliament Witton.

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Environment report on DDT inadequate in Australia

An American academic, Dr Charles Wurster, said Canberra that Australia’s DDT report was inadequate. He noted a six member expert committee found no evidence of deleterious effects on birds or mammals, while conceding limited data on domestic and overseas food exports. The report favored continued use, despite expressed concerns by Professor L. C Birch about ecological effects.

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Clean air debate at 1972 conference in Stockholm

Minister for the Environment Kr Howson spoke at the 1972 Jean Arp Conference at the University of Ate Raine. He outlined that Australian leadership would push air quality, planning, and environmental management in a UN conference next month, with three committees to address settlement planning, natural resources, and education. He noted Australia’s unique challenges with DDT and urged practical action. Dr Wuruier and CSIRO officials attended the public discussion.

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Australian Conservation Foundation to poll Queensland views

The Australian Conservation Foundation plans a poll of Queenslanders before the May 27 state election. The survey will ask if the sand mass should be mined or kept as a national park and will report results to the Queensland Press via advertisements in Brisbane Rockhampton and Townsville papers.

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