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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 20, 1955
Page
2
The article argues for a unified national highway program funded by a National Highways Fund. It calls for clearer Commonwealth and State roles, fewer political interferences, and a plan to build and maintain high standard roads to support regional and military needs. It warns against shifting costs to states and stresses coordinated, long term investment.
The meeting notes dispute basis for employment and Saturday work among builders in Hobart. Unions are accused of dictating weekend shifts while employers claim collective action harms labor incentives. officials discuss regulatory responses and wage concerns.
Reports from Mawson Antarctic station describe a twilight phase with long nights and near freezing conditions. Australian personnel including Wark and Budillon describe weather, magnetic work, living quarters, and progress during the first year of the station as they support exploration and research in extreme cold.
A new rice venture in the Northern Territory proposes 1000 acres under cultivation within three years, near Darwin. An American-backed Bonaire partnership and Australian firm Matzguand plan block splits with share farmers to produce about 18 000 pounds annually.
The forecast calls for mostly fair conditions with a falling temperature into the night. Remaining cold with light to moderate winds and a chance of showers later. Cloud cover increases as a cold front approaches from the west. Very rough seas expected along coastal areas tonight into tomorrow.
A party from the United States Air Force arrives in Canberra on Monday after a goodwill visit to Australia. The group of 89 personnel includes 40 officers and will meet Governor General Sir Isaac Isaacs, Treasurer Sir Arthur Fadden, and the American Ambassador Amos Maslee. They will tour the Parliament House and the Australian War Memorial as part of their three day stay, with a light farewell event in Canberra.
Letters urge action on erosion and Snowy River development impacts. Citations name the Murray River project, conservation needs, and calls for immediate measures to protect upper Alpine areas and surrounding communities.
The inquiry reported industry discouraged in the ACT by limited government aid and cautious policy. Officials noted that two major development plans from the National University and industrial growth faced obstacles from administration, hindering progress and prompting calls for grants and a suitable dance venue to attract youth and reduce delinquency.
Local girls compete in a tense singles event with Canberra teams showing strong plays. Notable performances include Fenton and Bridgeman advancing to quarter finals while others exit at early rounds in a field featuring several regional players and age group divisions.
Marilyn Foster lies ill as visitors including Pat and Ane from the Renner family stop by in the hospital. The group, joined by Mr and Mrs Renner, shares a moment with the young admirer. Marilyn receives two paintings titled Keenhaw and Seite from Anne and Pal, along with a bouquet.
Fragmented OCR text lists women’s basketball matchups and scores with many garbled names and affiliations. The readable items mention Magpies versus WALA and High teams, plus scattered player names and venues, but crucial details are illegible.
The discoverer states no direct link between polio cases and injections, asserting the report is coincidental. Officials emphasize there is no evidence of a vaccine causing illness and advise continued vaccination efforts.
The House of Representatives met at 10 30 am to debate questions regarding amendment proposals. Members discussed the merits and potential impacts of the amendment and posed questions to officials.
Mr Allan Fraser Labor member of the Federal Parliamentary Labour Executive received medical attention after an incident in Parliament tavern. He was rushed to hospital with a suspected illness. His condition was reported improving later.
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