Mission to Tokyo signals broad treaty aims for Australia Japan
The Canberra Times reports on Australia and Japan pursuing a bilateral treaty of friendship, navigation, and commerce. The Tokyo ministerial talks aim for agreement in principle, with work to frame the treaty and address long term raw material access, foreign investment rules, and mutual confidence. Prime Minister Whitlam and Minerals Minister Connor travel to reassure Japan, while calls for private enterprise input and clearer policy definitions accompany the push for a formal pact and guaranteed resource access.
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Whitlam Eyes Far East Treaty Move in Japan Visit
Prime Minister Whitlam plans a landmark broadened treaty with Japan covering culture political exchanges and resources while signaling a shift from past policy. Officials expect bilateral talks next week with possible in principle agreement and future negotiations.
Poker machines spark Canberra social pollution fears
A Canberra group says poker machines would be a form of social pollution. NSW Royal Commission evidence adds unease about club corruption and gambling harm. Minister Bryant favors citizen views before any legalisation, amid liberal arguments for personal freedom. The issue hinges on broader community impact and higher loss potential than other legalised forms.
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Letters to the Editor stir inflation debate in Canberra
Readers critique inflation commentary and ACMA conference plans. A Canberra Times letters page features concerns over government stance on ACMA talks, accuracy in reporting, and calls for responsible advertising on firearms amid recent local violence and police actions.
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ACT clubs face ban on poker machines says gambling harms cited
A committee from the Poker Machine Referendum Working Group argues against bringing poker machines to Canberra clubs without a referendum. It cites losses, debt, and social harm, calling for restraint and stronger legislation to curb machine-operated clubs in the ACT.
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