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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 26, 1976

Page

2

Government denies plan to demolish Australian insurance transfer

The Government stated it was not attempting to dissolve the Australian Insurance Plan by transferring it to the States. Senator Gullfoyle said it would fund loans and services during the transfer, totaling billions next financial year, while aiming to avoid dismemberment and keep federal officers available. Health Minister Hum denied a dangerous influenza vaccine scare, noting supplies were adequate and the outbreak was not as bad as feared.

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Staff adjustments to be decided in Medibank reforms

Minister Hunt told MPs that staff adjustments for the Medibank scheme would be set by proposed changes. He explained current levels, potential savings, and how private health cover would interact with the levy. The debate covered costs to NSW and federal funding, with questions on subsidies and universal coverage.

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Militancy seen as threat to ship industry in Australia

The minister for edition, Sphistor Carrick, said militancy in maritime unions threatens the shipping industry. He warned the country is rapidly oppressing and costing itself out of shipbuilding and repairs. Senator Carvidge, the minister’s representative for transport, replied after questions from Senator Archerib that union militancy would force Australia to abandon its National Line without government protection.

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Government sought to restore value in wages and quarantine doubt

Fragmented report cites Austrailan works force critique of wage decline and illusory gains. Government aims to back value into wages while Health Minister Hunt denies quarantine service at Gladstone risks human or animal life, noting limited ships and daily operations amid scrutiny.

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Local Government Funding Sparks Rate Hikes and Grants

The Local Government Association backed federalism proposals while the government faced opposition. Senator Carrick announced grants for local government rising from 3729 million to 140 million, prompting rate increases of up to 35 percent. Immigration policy shifts were noted by the Minister for Immigration and Exile Ali, Mr Mackelli.

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Navigation Act reform urged after maritime union payoffs probe

The royal commission report, led by Justice Sweeney, recommends amending the Navigation Act to extend reporting obligations to payments for work by crews of foreign vessels. It also urges changes to the Conciliation and Arbitration Act to recover funds and allow action within five years, with measures taking effect from July 1, 1974. The inquiry found about 72,000 dollars paid since 1970 by the Shin Primers and Docker Union and 4,690 dollars to the Peverated Shipwrights and Ship Conductors Association of Australia.

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