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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 30, 1957
Page
5
The text notes rising passenger fares and freight costs in Australia with more increases expected as government approval looms. It highlights the ANA Ansett merger leading to layoffs and criticizes 15 percent commissions for travel agents, arguing for fee stabilization and government action to balance costs and revenue.
Consumer expenditure rose in the year to 1056 57 with total retail goods spending at 2 878 9 million and motor vehicles parts and commissions at 637 8 million. Clothing drapery and footwear gained 4 5 million while electrical goods including radios and TVs rose 6 9 million. Hardware china glassware and furniture fell, and furniture and floor coverings declined by 100 000.
Admiral Keefe said the Seventh Fleet will remain in the Far East to defend Formosa in case of war in the Pacific. He noted some ships from other Western Pacific fleets could be sent to the Mediterranean in a broader redeployment plan.
The Senate met at 3 p.m. to discuss the Budget estimates of departmental expenditure. It adjourned at 11 p.m. and will resume tomorrow at 11 a.m. to continue the debate.
A Soviet official proposed a direct air link between the United States and the Soviet Union. Georgi Zarubin, ambassador and head of East West cultural scientific exchanges, said talks would focus on easing travel and exchange between the two nations. The idea aims to enhance cultural and scientific contact during ongoing detente.
A Canberra reader criticizes residents during a dry spell for wasting water. The letter cites ongoing hose use for hours and notes waste extending to street gutters and lawns in multiple suburbs.
Sydney pianist Barbie Aldridge opened with Liszt and Brahms pieces in a varied program at St Columba's, followed by Chopin and Brahms works. Terence Hunt, a noted New England Education Department musician, delivered a soaring performance as the second featured artist.
The National Party led by Prime Minister Strijdom aims to make the coming election a barometer on becoming a republic and breaking ties with the Commonwealth. The United Party argues for continued federation while maintaining white supremacy and segregated policy.
Minister for Defence Sir Philip announced Australians would join the SEATO joint exercise Phiblink in the Philippines from November 1 to 11. The program includes three phases with major training, an amphibious reconnaissance demonstration, and a helicopter-borne vertical envelope landing display.
The Commonwealth Public Service Board grants wage rises to 15 000 junior public servants including clerks clerical assistants and postal officers. About 5 000 work in NSW. Rates vary by role with clerks £24 29 clerical maintainants £12 65 and postal officers £12 65. Increases retroactive to October 10 aim to parity with general industry and state public services.
A note on pruning during the spring season focusing on blossom trees and peaches to observe flowering stages and proper care.
Auction figures show limited gains for good wools with prices holding on a fair basis. Demand from Japan and Europe supported some movement, while buyers prevailed in most classes as buyers’ competition cooled in MelbourneTrade notes indicate uncertainty among sellers and modest overall activity.
Confirmation services will be held at St John s with Bishop Rt Rev Burgman presiding. Candidates from families including Kell Wilden Tyrrell have prepared for the ceremony this Sunday at St John s.
Thirty durable rubber dolls on show at Civic Centre windows in Canberra. Salvation Army will distribute 400 dolls donated by United Church Women of Washington to sick and needy children across Australia with 70 more sent to the eastern states. Lady Spender helped unveil the presentation in Washington.
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