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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1971
Page
5
A man found a black mon rolled puppy and kept it ten weeks awaiting SPCA intake. Officials blamed full kennels and holiday absences of inspectors while callers flooded the SPCA with inquiries and reports of fake ads and Irish bulldog breeds.
Two drivers questioned NRMA notices affecting their no claim bonuses after accidents. One motorist in Antill Street claimed a fault by another vehicle, while a second case involved an uninsured driver and damage totaling 195. The NRMA indicated bonuses were not cut in these inquiries.
A Tasmania NRMA spokesman explains that uninsured motorists cause claims and premium shifts. He notes about 46 percent recovery from uninsured drivers and describes impact on no claim bonuses and individual members like Mr H and Mr FP in multi-vehicle accidents.
MAS, fined $72 for failing to stop after an accident, questioned why he was photographed and fingerprinted by police. A police spokesman said the law allows fingerprinting and photography in lawful custody on a charge if officers deem it necessary. the need was considered essential in that case.
A husband sought two medical certificates after flu absence, AMA advised the doctor should not certify the wife without her consultation, though the doctor billed for two visits and insisted one act of kindness. Separately a gas heater installation caused leakage and a complaint about a faulty valve, with the installer dismissed and the manufacturer sending an engineer to fix the unit and issue a refund inquiry.
A tradesman travelled 160 miles from Charlotte Pass to Canberra to visit the Commonwealth Employment Service office at 3 15 pm. He was told interviews ended at 3 30 pm and to return next day. Management said interviews usually finish by 4 pm and staff often overrun due to heavy workload and staff sickness.
Voters' Voice notes slippery pavements between the library and Owl supermarket in Hughes and a recreation area between Hagelthorn Street and Cheel Place used as a shortcut by motorcyclists. Residents complain bollards fell in January rain, and barriers will be erected to push pedestrians use only. Canberra agencies seek to address the safety issue.
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