Letters to the Editor Economic lunacy of woodchipping
John Nicholes of Tumut argues that woodchipping will destroy Australia’s forests. He cites timber exports, global supply, and historic mills to warn that demand cannot be met and the industry is doomed. He asserts conservationists are blamed and warns of an approaching ecological and economic desert.
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Eden
Russia
Canada
Sweden
USA
Otheir
Australia
Melbourne
Nunawading
Ringwood
Croydon
Wandin
Lilydale
Canberra Showground management scrutiny letter
Karen Hodges of Fyshwick presses Canberra Times readers with questions about how the Canberra Showground Trust runs the facility. She asks if the trust aligns with the Trunk Ordinance 1976, whether it overemphasizes trotting, and if public rates are published for transparency, urging broad use for national scale events beyond equestrian shows.
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Australia
Canberra Shows Ground
Karakorum incident disputed by officials and tribes
A May report claims road blocks on the Karakorum Highway near Pattan Besham caused traffic disruption. Officials say blocks were removed by morning, new blocks appeared at Dubair, security forces moved in, 57 suspected organizers arrested, traffic restored. Prime Minister Bhutto support voiced. tribal jirgas condemn the incident and reject Chinese intervention rumors.
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Karakorum Highway
Kohistan
Hacara
Swat
Pattan
Besham
Jirea
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Palan
Dubair
TE Nies
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Frontier Province
Bhutto
Pakistan
Teachers' Working Conditions Sparks Public Debate
Jane Chapman of Latham criticizes the education system in a letter to The Canberra Times. She argues many teachers are underpaid and overworked while praising a few devoted staff, calling for a return to traditional classes with dedicated teachers and stronger emphasis on the 4Rs. She notes rising remanding classes and points to parental involvement as essential.
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Canberra Times
Frank McKone
D. Nicholls
R. L. Jenz
Jt Gretny
Hornet
Jane Chapman
Compare Past and Present Teachers in Public School System
In a letter to the editor Macquarie, A Ryan argues teaching conditions have worsened. He contrasts early schooling with today’s overworked staff and calls for longer holidays and more ancillary staff. He cites private school migration and the rise of aids and technology as factors shaping education.
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Yesteryear
Polish settlers in Australia seek views on integration
Polish Australians are invited to share remarks and opinions on their integration in Australia. The author, supported by a Literature Board grant from the Australia Council, asks for input from Poles living in Australia about experiences with Poles they have met, worked with, or married. Greenacres S084, South Australia.
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