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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1971
Page
23
An official announced a proposal to stage an agricultural show at Cane Berya Showground with space for marquees and heavy vehicles. A separate report notes Jan Viraik, 19, was seriously injured diving, while drought and sheep deaths were reported in New South Wales and Queensland.
Reports from Melbourne indicate legislation to relax water safety rules faced delay as ministers were to consider changes before a parliamentary vote. In other news, a collision on the Princes Highway left one person dead and three injured with hospital treatment ongoing.
Melbourne reports Graham Kennedy plans a fresh TV project on Tonight's network. He will host a two part one hour tele movie style segment produced by independent Selas and a Gemite company.
Canberra plans a 24 level office tower at Woden Town Centre, a joint Lend Lease project rising to 290 feet, becoming Canberra's focal building with air conditioning halfway up. Construction aimed to start before July 1972 and finish by July 1974, with a target gross floor area of 290000 sq ft and space for 1800 offices and services.
The Legacy conference begins with 600 delegates present. Sir Morrice Jamey, the High Commissioner, officially opens the event at 11:10 am. The afternoon session at the Academy of Science at 2 pm will address bereavement and preventing distress in Legacy families.
Canberra reports show a spike in parking inspections after a mail van and vehicles parked in an unsigned zone were noticed by an increased force. Officers issued infringement notices around Mort Street and Go Yong Streets while workmen placed No Parking signs. The Department of the Interior later reviewed the notices amid continued patrols and inquiries about whether tickets were issued or warnings given.
In Melbourne the Victoria Government asks Parliament for broad powers to combat locust plagues. Minister for Lands Mr Borthwick told the Legislative Assembly the threat requires swift action including licensing for aerial spraying and authority to ground spray farms without government approval in urgent cases. Officials say the plan would cover vast areas and involve a service helicopter and eight vehicles at a cost of about 22 000 pounds.
Mr Willie announced in the Legislative Assembly that the NSW Chief Secretary will investigate the pamphlet distribution titled Who Every, Wamian Shout Know and the publication of Wemed's Ciheration Moves. If needed the matter may be referred to the police. Liberal Mr Jacket criticised during adjournment debate for the spread of the publication in old Girls High School areas.
Sydney reporters describe a hearing in which detective F Rames accuses four men including Dr Harold Anthony Fisher of Taren Point and others of bribery attempts related to an abortion conspiracy. A taped conversation at Centennial Park was introduced, with Mc Blade denying arranging a hidden meeting. The hearing resumes tomorrow.
An American teacher in Sydney recounts being lured by NSW teaching promises only to find few jobs and inconsistent pay. John Robert Smith and Edwin Wreah, both New York graduates, describe weak prospects, delayed salaries, and uncertainty after being enticed to teach in New South Wales. Wreah plans temporary work while seeking a stable position, amid reports of misleading offers by officials in New York and Sydney.
Melbourne reports say artificial flavoured and coloured foods could cause cancer. Trade and health spokesmen urged banning all artificial additives from Australian stalls, noting dyes used in drinks and snacks have been linked by scientists to health risks.
A Melbourne Legacy Club matin announces the next conference will be held in Melbourne and considered on Saturday. Papers for discussion address the plight of the under-served widow and housing the aged and aging widow. The meeting will take place at the Academy of Science at 9 am and should end around midday.
Fr Frank Martin, director of Roman Catholic education, warned that up to 12,000 Catholic pupils could seek places in state secondary schools by 1980. He spoke after a meeting with Education Minister Mr Thompson, noting continued emphasis on primary education and awaiting the church’s approval and board ratification.
A senior sister in political science Mrs Sally Ray of ANU addressed a recent university meeting on Bangla Desh and the refugee crisis. Over 150 delegates from 24 cities and all continents attended the international conference in New Delhi from September 1 to 20. The conference urged world governments to support Bangla Desh independence and to press Pakistan to end military rule and allow humanitarian aid. It backed creating an international committee of friends of Bangla Desh to disseminate information and mobilize public support for the liberation movement.
A police spokesperson described the daytime raid on a school, detailing the entry method and immediate actions taken by officers. No injuries were reported and officials urged calm while investigations continue.
In a daytime TV session Labour leader says the party would reduce migrant intake if elected next year. He defends policy shifts on immigration while warning the Caucus against misinterpreting conference decisions. The discussion touches on union fines, electoral strategy, and broader reforms aimed at attracting migrants nominated by Australians.
An Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative Organization assembly in London unanimously approved amendments to the international convention for prevention of pollution of the sea by oil. The changes permit limited waste oil discharges farther offshore while seeking stronger safeguards near coastal lands and the Great Barrier Reef. Australian shipping minister Me Nixa leads the Australian delegation. statement released by Rustalin Howse.
Deafren Group will hold a cake stall from 9am to noon at Curtin Shopping Centre in Canberra. Proceeds support community activities.
Thursday aerial ambulance service flew four victims from four country centres to Sydney hospitals. Three road victims were two children and a 25 year old man in satisfactory condition. A five year old girl, Mutint Prino, suffered a skull fracture and was taken to Royal Alexandra Hospital for treatment. One casualty was a seaman.
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