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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1976
Page
3
At Fur Court Stadium in a neglected corner Ford Fairmont remains aloof from the main crowd. The display features a mix of imported models and British brands with prices and comparisons noted, highlighting UK buyers’ interest and market competition.
A historical comparison notes the 1948 Holden Belmont 215 offered manual transmission, limited colours and minimal equipment at 1407 dollars. The writer contrasts it with later GMH models and contemporary rivals, highlighting comfort, noise, handling, tyre wear and space differences.
Chrysler on Thursday announced a major facelift for the CL series Valiants and Regals with on sale planned for November. The range gains a Tusury model and a redesigned front end with dual headlamps, new radiator grills, and relocated fuel-tank filler. Upgraded CL specifications emphasize comfort, safety, and drivability with standard equipment across Valiant sedan and wagon lines.
A garbled OCR page describes a large four litre six cylinder Regal car with advanced styling, wheel covers, and air intake features. It references engines, frame, and a variety of Ontario or UK automotive terms, with many legible mentions of design details and measurements. The text probes interior fittings, wheels, and performance notes amid extensive, fractured product prose.
Canberra court heard a woman described being asked to sign blank Medibank assignment forms at Dr. Lawrence Finley surgery in December. Finley faces 79 charges of defrauding Medibank by presenting false assignment forms for services not rendered. Witnesses report signing blank forms at multiple visits. case ongoing with further testimony expected.
A labourer Melon Papadopoulos of Collert Street Queanduyzon faced a Canberry Petty Session yesterday charged with carnal knowledge and improper incident involving a girl dated October 22. He was remanded on bail of 1000 with a surety of 1000 to November 8.
The case against Augustin Nowak 50 of Scrivener Street O Connors was heard before Mr Kildall CM. He pleaded guilty to driving on MacArthur Avenue on August 19 with alcohol in excess of the prescribed limit and received a 250 fine and a 12 month licence suspension.
A girl facing murder charges in a case linked to a recent fatality. Court proceedings commenced as officials name the deceased and other parties involved. The incident occurred over the past weekend, with authorities detailing preliminary evidence and next steps.
A court in Sydney sentenced a man identified only by initials to three years imprisonment for manslaughter. The judge noted the defendant’s involvement in a fatal incident and issued the term amid concerning circumstances spanning the recent case and related local violence.
The case of a young man charged with causing the death of a seven year old boy at a pedestrian crossing opened before Mr Justice Connor in the ACT Supreme Court. The jury heard details as Mr Virtanen faced questioning and the court weighed whether his driving was dangerous. The proceedings continued with the judge and jury determining the sole issue.
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