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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 15, 1976

Page

4

Bill for Sharing of Tax Bill Introduced in Parliament

The bill to implement tax sharing among Federal State and local governments was introduced by the Treasurer Mr Lynch. He argued the measure would distribute funds more equitably among the three spheres and boost national governance. The bill estimates suggest 648 million pounds would be allocated annually, about 10 percent more than current permanent arrangements.

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Promise from Government Sparks Broad Support in Reform Push

A government plan faces broad backing as officials argue it will advance reform. The scheme, described by spokespeople, aims to reshape governance and boost stability, drawing praise from several regional authorities and industry groups despite questions about implementation timeline.

Minister urges building surge amid low materials costs

The Minister for Construction Mr McLewy said building material prices for the September quarter were the lowest since January 1973 and commencements for the June quarter showed significant improvement. He cited NSW and national trends with private dwelling commencements rising to 42,400 in June and total building value at current prices increasing to 575 million in June from March levels. The wholesale price index showed the smallest annual rise in years, signaling broader recovery in the construction sector.

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Reports procedure in danger

Mr Kelly suggested yesterday that a government announce ment on some aspects of the Industries Asistance Commision's draft re port on the performing rs could Jeopar draft report procedure He asked whether the Prime Minin Mr Fraser wanted the mublla hearings to cont inue and real he advised therwrted part to continue to give evi dence. He reiterated a reply segue on Wednesday that he war concerned that the reference given to the TAC 180 Yemy ago made no mention of a government policy of support for the arts.

Kelly Lip Minin Fraser Real Therwrted

Hayden accuses government of unemployment benefit manipulation

Opposition frontbencher Me Hayden branded the government as the political wing of the Oaks during a speech on unemployment. He cited spending shifts on unemployment benefits and questioned the honesty of authorities while noting postwar wage and pension adjustments and automatic benefit changes. The debate covered CPT figures, quarterly baselines, and proposals to adjust pensions.

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More ACT education positions created

The ACT Department of Education voluntarily reduced its staff ceiling within its administrative area to create more non professional ancillary positions for the Commonwealth Teaching Service in Canberra. The Minister for Education said this and Senator Carnk commented that he hoped professional and ancillary staff would be adequate next year.

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Push-button phones gain ground in Australia amid cost fears

Senator Hirradine noted relief likely if push-button telephones become cheaper with wider use. Minister Guilfoyle said an investigation into potential costs could follow, as arrangements for nationwide rollout faced finance and access hurdles.

Hirradine Ind Tas Guilfoyle

Medibank Chief Denies Collapse Under Health Plan

The President of the Australian Council of The Unions Mr finwke said Medibank would collapse under the Government health-insurance system, a claim challenged by Mr Hunt who told Dr Richardson yesterday that the warning was inaccurate and likely aimed at pressuring the plan's defenders.

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Harassment Complaints Aid Plan Amid Privacy Concerns

A parliamentary committee urged a new machinery to investigate harassment complaints by dual nationals and others, with the aim to assess aid distribution. Prime Minister Fraser declined to state what percentage of East Timorese aid via the Indonesian Red Cross would reach Australia while inquiries continue.

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