Canberra of the future debated by national planners
A National Capital Development Commission official argues for slower Canberra growth, citing a 1980 population target of 280,000 versus a 400,000 peak. The piece questions government policy, growth drivers, and the city’s future character, urging public scrutiny of expansion versus maintaining the national capital’s identity.
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National Capital Development Commission
R. B. Lansdown
Canberra
Lansdown
Commission
NCDC
Act
Parliamentary
Joint Committee On
Sydney
Melbourne
National Capital
Canberras
Rafferty the Vanishing Australian Icon Remembered
The article recalls Chips Rafferty as the embodiment of the Australian bushman on screen. It notes his 32 year career, his influence on Australian cinema, and his financial sacrifices for the film industry. It also reflects on his persona, loyalty to national film, and enduring cultural image despite wealth limits.
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Rafferty
Outback
Chips
Sqs
Nixon isolationism sparks Senate clash over US role abroad
The piece portrays rising isolationism under President Nixon with a Senate debate on drafting limits and troop withdrawals in Europe. It notes Sen Mansfield's amendment, Brezhnev's unexpected backing, and the White House defense that preserving NATO forces is essential for negotiations. It signals a deep national mood shift and Senate assertion in foreign policy.
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Nixon
US Senate
Woodrow Wilson
Congress
League of Nations
Vietnam
Senate
John Stennis
Armed Services Committee
Mike Mansfield
Europe
Mrixon
Mansfield
White House
Foreign Affairs “Establishment
NATO
America
Ted
Leonid Brezhnev
State Department
Henry Kissinger
Guam
Washington
Senator Mansfield
William Fulbright
Secretary of State
Rogers
Brezhnev
Warsaw Pact
For student critics Sir
A reader asks if these lines by the Armenian poet Gibran should be published. The quoted passage speaks on the independence of children from parental thoughts and influences. The note from NANCY McGREGOR Campbell accompanies the request for publication consideration.
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Gibran
Nancy McGregor Campbell
Questioning Australia’s migration incentives for qualified workers
A reader recounts a nurse from England who migrated to Australia expecting immediate work at Canberra Hospital. She faced months of delays, required references, and no pre or post arrival employment guidance from immigration. The note criticizes lack of migrant support and timely assistance.
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Australia
England
Canberra Hospital
Department of Immigration
Nurses and hospital standards debated in Canberra letters
A reader argues a trained nurse with proper qualifications should be acceptable in any hospital, noting Canberra Hospital’s reluctance. The writer, M.5. Pickering, asserts the candidate should not wait for hospital approval and voices concern over Selective hiring practices.
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Canberra
Pickering
Proud to be Australian Proud to be Sir
A reader rebuts L C Radclyne's letter claiming Australians are British and urges stronger patriotism. The writer, a fourth generation Australian, laments perceived British allegiance among some and argues Australia is a distinct nation deserving pride and independence.
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L. C. Radclyne
Australia
England
Jennifer McCallum Page
Removal of trees in Curtin prompts debate
Letters discuss NCDC plans to remove eucalypts in Carruthers Street Curtin replacing them with Manchurian pear trees. Critics urge underground power lines and protest perceived political motives while urging humane pet policies and higher dog and cat licensing to fund SPCA.
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NCDC
China
Carruthers Street
Lam
SPCA
Department of the Interior
Pollution action calls and school uniform debate letters
Readers discuss practical steps against pollution citing the Society for Social Responsibility in Science booklet What Can I Do and note limited copies. Canberra students push for a three piece winter uniform allowing choice while economy and climate are cited as factors, with multiple signatories urging change.
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R. M. Hamilton
Earth
Society For Social Responsibility In Science
O'Connor
Act
SSRS
Agni
Sydney
Brisbane
Adelaide
Canberra
Lyla Landau
P and C
Louise King
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Senator Mansfieel
Capitol
Nelson
Argyle Places
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G. A. H. Gillies
Curtin
Philippa Swan
Waters
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