Representation in Canberra: a debate on federal territory elections
A Canberra Times discussion outlines representation for the Federal Capital Territory within both federal and national spheres. It weighs elective input on the Federal Capital Commission against land and policy needs, noting constitutional limits and proposing a land board to coordinate with the commission and minister.
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Canberra
Britain
Australia
Haope
Federal Capital Commission
Crown Lands
Lemern
Home and Territories
Iin
Readers' Views on Canberra Milk Supply and Dairying
A Canberra Times letter argues the district is unsuitable for dairy without costly improvements and incentives for farmers. Proposals include rent relief, five year tenure, and converting farm land to English grasses to secure a stable future milk supply without importing from Sydney. It urges support for right farmers, access to implements and expert advice, while cautioning against excessive local representation that could harm national interests.
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Une
Witumoon
Canberra
Erasaes
Saaia
Jis
Sydney
Com
Able Laters
Plaff
Australia
Wehbe City
Itc
Australian Loan Council Meets to Review State Borrowing
A meeting of the Australian Loan Council chaired by Dr. Earle Page discussed refinancing options for state borrowings in Australia and overseas. Ministers from Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia, Queensland, and others reported on London and New York investigations. The council agreed to keep the war conversion loan on the market while reviewing securities rates and anticipated amendments to the Financial Agreement.
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Australian Loan Council
Earle Page
Honwreadle
J. C. Jones
Victoria
W. McCormack
Witemand
BR. L. Butler
Owth Australia
J.C. Willcock
Demity
Western Australia
Tasmania
Treasury
P. Young
Australia
McCormack
Queensland
H. A. Pit
London
New York
Conecill
Wan
Contention over Dalgety to Canberra road plans faces clash
The National Roads and Motorists Association urged input as Victoria backs a Delegate to Canberra route via Tombong and Dalgety while a rival proposal favors a direct Jindabyne Adaminahy Canberra link. NSW side already has a road, with potential grade improvements. Funding cited includes £40,000 spent Buchan to Wulgulmerong and £10,000 more planned. Local councils pledge support amid border region debates.
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National Roada and
Creasing
Ube
Tombong
Jimenbuen
Dalgety
Derridale
Adaminahy
Rosedale
Fuggum Mugeam
Ingehyrn
Jindabyne
Canberra
Kosciuskho
Tita
Victorian Country Road Board
Buchan
Wulgulmerong
Bisch Mountain
Burcum Bugram
New South Wales
Aroad
Prohibition Headquarters Meet in Canberra for Council Talks
Federal representatives of state temperance groups will meet in Canberra at Hotel Canberra on Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss policy on the Federal Territory Dry Ordinance and to consider a national temperance headquarters project. Rev H C Forman and other officials will attend. a No License League gathering and constitutional adoption are planned in Ap ton Hall with arrangements led by V B Blanton.
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Howe
Australian Prohibition Council
Canberra
Federal Territory
H.C. Forman
Sydney
J. E. Jones
Malbourne
W. F. Finlayson
Arthur Toomluey
Queensland
A. Keeling
Herbert Francis
Crawford Vaughan
Apton Hall
V. B Blantun
Mr Amery's Visit Message From Albany WA to Australia
Reply from Mr Amery to a greeting sent to Albany Western Australia shows thanks on behalf of Mrs Amery and himself. He notes hoping to review Australia and values imperial unity among British Dominions. The message emphasizes cordial relations between governments and people and the renewal of personal ties.
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Albany
Western Australia
Amery
Dominion
Australia
Anwry
Commonwealth
Church Services Across Several Denominations
Methodist and Presbyterian schedules list morning and evening services at South Ainslie Eastlake Duntroon and other local churches with Holy Communion Evensong cantatas and preaching by Rev. E R Vercoe Rev W Bradley and Rev John Walter plus Mission Board duties noted for the day. The Presbyterian services will be conducted by Rev John Walter with 11 am at Ainslie 11 am Mastlake and 7:30 pm at the Priestly Society’s Hall.
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South Ainslie
W. J. Campbell
RE. i. Vercoe
Eastlake
E Ll. Voercon
Canon Ward
W. A. Pletcher
T. John the Baptist Church
RE. W. Bradley
Board of Missions
Duntroon
Causeway
John Walter
Ainslie
Mastlake
Priepdty Society
Australian ministers take weekend trips abroad and locally
Federal Treasurer Dr Earle Page and ministers Kirk Pratten and Mr Marr left Canberra for Sydney this evening and will return on Tuesday. Postmaster General Mr Giboon and Works and Railways Minister Mr Hill will spend their weekend in Melbourne. Mrs E Woodhart of Sydney visited during the week in Canberra.
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Earle Page
Kirk Pratten
Mr. Marr
Home and Territories
Canbera
Sydney
Cgibeon
Hill
Melbourne
City Omnibuses Agreement With Private Enterprise
The city reaches a five year deal with the Sandberry Dua and Cab Company to run a half hourly bus service on two routes serving Eastlake and North Ainslie. Twelve modern buses will operate with fares set at 4d per section and 1d increase on external journeys, with free travel for under five and half fare for those under 12. Sunday service confirmed, timetable awaiting Federal Capital Commission approval, and operations to begin by December 6 with temporary buses as needed.
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Anberry ‘Dua and Cab Company
Manta
Eastlake
North Ainslie
Federal Capital Commission
Mde
Taxi cabs and hire cars planned for public use
The Chief Commissioner announced arrangements to provide a number of turni cab and hire cars for general public and government use. Taxis will operate within the city similar to Yellow Cab services in Sydney and Melbourne, while hire cars will serve in longer journeys under existing menus. Vehicles will be placed on the fond and expansion will occur as warranted.
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Sydney
Melbourne
Routes for Canberra bus service outlined in plans
In Senate discussions Senator Sir William Clasgow outlined that the federal capital Commission plans to run a bus service linking Canberra stations with Manuka Blandfordia and North Ainslie, forming a circuit via Canberra Avenue and surrounding streets. The commission will also offer taxi and hire car services with Sydney-like rates to public benefit, while private enterprise expands transport in Canberra.
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Moy
Ainslie
Manuka
Blandfordia No. 4
Mugea Way
Red Hill
Canberra
Action
Findley
Senate
William
Canberra Voices Freehold Plan For Canberra Homes
Senator Elliott urged the Senate for a freehold land system in Canberra to aid home buyers and unlock development capital. He proposed converting residence holdings to conditional purchase leases with eventual freehold, stressing benefits to homeowners and the community while noting current unpaid vacant homes cost taxpayers.
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Elliott
Senate
Canberra
Benate
Benn
Blandfordia
Inspector Clarke to Lead Walgett Police Force
Sergeant Clarke, long in charge of the Queanbeyan police, has received appointment as Inspector of Police at Walgett and will leave Canberra in a few weeks. A Canberra visit by Sydney people includes Lady Fuller and others. overseas visitors from Singapore and Hobart were noted. A debate on a financial scheme adjourned, with long-term investments discussed as a benefit to Canberra and Australia.
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Clarke
Beaun
Queanbeyan
Australia
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