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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 22, 1968

Page

4

Iron ore sale sparks price debate in Senate

Australian debate centers on Mount Newman consortium plans to ship 2.5 million tons to Japan at allegedly reduced prices. Senator Cant and Anderson argue government policy could be exploited to slash costs, warning against giveaway pricing and market panic.

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Salary boosts pass House amid parliamentary pay row

The House approved raised salaries allowances and pensions for politicians amid a contentious debate. Prime Minister Whitlam and opposition leader Gorton resisted some increases, with arguments over annual adjustments and method of appraisal.

Aborigines can do it as income taps rise explanation

Fragmented text discusses pensions and parliamentary allowances, noting increasing intervals for income adjustments and possible impacts on superannuation. Mentions McMahon and Whitlam era debates, with focus on pension increases and parliamentary salaries. Names and exact details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Government publishing office reshuffle sparks debate

The Australian government considers reorganizing departmental publications with a single publisher, Treasury and MPs debating staff numbers salaries and control. Key figures Mr McMahon and Mr Wentworth weigh governance options, opposing and supporting shifts, while Senators and unionists voice concerns over cost, oversight, and staffing.

Wheat industry urged joint action for price and policy support

The Minister for Primary Industry Anthony warns wheat as a problem for states and industry. He cites Defence Minister Fairhall on Amberley training and notes calls for coordinated action with governments to prevent price harms and bolster the sector amid transport and market challenges.

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Liberal MPs Back ALP Plan in Senate Vote

In a heated Senate session, Liberal and ALP members backed amendments to raise funding in education. The motion, supported by Senator Cohen and others, passed 26 to 23 after acting presiding officer Senior Lane ruled on procedural points. The governance measures include school funding provisions and related policy amendments.

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