22 May 1975
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1975
Page
1
The ACT Controller of Prices, Mr John McFarland, says bread prices will increase by about 1 cent in Canberra due to higher bakery costs from a national wage decision and material price rises. The maximum allowed price for common 900-gram and 680-gram loaves is affected.
Canberra food prices rose 24 percent in April driven by a sharp meat price surge. Overall CPI food component up 2.1 percent in March with Canberra leading most capital cities. meat up 4.7 percent, beef 9.9, lamb 3.0, pork 2.2 percent. Prices for fruit and vegetables up 1.6 percent, soft drinks and ice cream up, while takeaway foods fell.
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A revocation ends the decision to authorize Mr Connor and the Minerals and Energy authority to borrow up to 2 billion overseas. Prime Minister Whitlam and Treasurer Cass were involved as the Executive Council formalized the revocation on Tuesday evening amid opposition calls for full disclosure and concerns over market perceptions of Australia needing such funds.
Sydney readers see a report on a Royal Commission into human relationships and an expected insurance plan aimed at assisting families with mentally challenged children. The piece notes government breach allegations and mentions Prime Minister Suvi and other officials amid calls for action, with details continued on Page 7.
On the fourth anniversary of the Day of Rage Canberra saw more than 170 Vietnam War protesters arrested in the city’s largest and bloodiest demonstration. Delegations met officials calmly at the Aramat Mallo and Japanese Emharies, while four protesters later spoke with Treasurer Dr Cairns. A minor clash arose as 201 demonstrators attempted to march into Parliament House but were halted by police.
Canberra government outlines next financial year housing plan with about 40 percent medium density units, flats, town houses and courtyard homes in groups of no more than 40. The Melba complex and three stage 400 unit program will supply many flats while remaining sites may be allocated to private builders.
The Department of the Capital Territory restricts inner city government houses to limit sales and keep land visible for redevelopment. Longstanding tenants in central Canberra areas face a buyout ban while new tenants must sign to forego purchasing. Limits also apply to areas like Woden and Belconnen as urban change studies continue.
The Family Law Bill completed all House stages amid limited amendments. The bill, now awaiting royal assent, includes a 12 month separation criterion for divorce. Minister Stewart criticized the Divorce Law Reform Society for distributing leaflets and claimed supporters are influenced by church interests.
The Australian Development Aid Agency plans a multi million dollar cattle project in North Vietnam. The program aims to ship 3,000 head of cattle over nine years and establish 12 cattle stations with 1,200 native cattle and 10 possibly high-grade tea workshops. The project would employ about 80 percent women and involve 20,000 hectares of forest cleared and fenced. Equipment and cattle shipments would pass through Cam Pha Port near the bay.
A Sydney era editorial notes ACTU remarks on potential nationalisation of Australian petrol supply. The discussion centers on endorsing proposals to control price and production in Victoria. Negotiations continue with a final decision pending, amid surprise shifts and a lengthy 21 hour session.
Teheran reports two US Air Force officers shot dead by gunmen in Tehran. An express car ambush killed the officers as a group of assailants opened fire near the embassy area. Officials confirm casualties among American personnel and note heightened security actions.
Fragmented article notes a seminar in Armidale with police officials including Commissioner Mir Wilton advocating direct media access to information. It cites broader aims for trusted police communication and mentions Crwynne Dyer’s commentary from England.
A disrupted political scene reports the Socialist Party of Portugal confronting internal rifts amid references to government changes and Communist influence. The piece notes debates over withdrawal from Canberra rules and a selection impacting a Sunday Tasmanian game, with additional sports and classified items on later pages.
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