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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1955
Page
2
A teletype style notice lists opportunities including a female typist switchboard duties a live ox duck featured for a good price and a general Halpin position. It mentions compensation per week and a box address for inquiries with reference to federal capital press distribution at a theater in Braddon ACT.
A critical evaluation of the Budget portrays the government as failing to offer constructive policy for exports and industrial activity while the Opposition appears ineffectual. The speaker warns that continued inaction risks worsening Australia’s economic outlook, urging clear economic planning and stronger parliamentary leadership.
Canberra forecast from the Meteorological Station notes fair weather for 24 hours with mid to warm temperatures. Northwesterly winds ease then shift, district forecasts for Bonth East predict fine warmer conditions with northeast winds. Overall text includes weather readings and periodical notes on wind and temperature changes.
An expert on preschool centres visiting Canberra said Australian facilities are far ahead of others. Kent Hughes, the minister, faced questions in the House about allowing MPs to visit Canberra infants’ schools. Hughes stated visits would always be available to any member.
A Commonwealth Gazette notice declares a temporary expedient to permit Mr. J Carstens to operate an omnibus service between Albury Conberre and Sydney. The move aims to meet rising demand while awaiting a permanent arrangement and the authorized vehicle is described as a sedan car and motor wagon.
Reports say vandalism at the memorial prompted a parliament inquiry. Architect Mr. Ure notes damage to the base and concrete, with plans for barriers and security measures. Officials consider permanent fencing and landscaping to deter further harm while the memorial site is completed.
The Liberal Party urged welfare and good government for the whole community while opposing party politics in the Advisory Council. They warned Latour could dominate the council and outlined their stance on ACT representation, local welfare, and factory safeguards. The campaign committee announced conferences on the Advisory Council election with the listed speakers.
Seven bodies seek cultural grants from One Government this year. Previous recipients reapply include Fastendfedociety Artiste Society Repertory Society Recorded Munic Society Orchestral Society. Canberra University College Students Association backs Prometheus literary magazine next year. Canberra Dancing Organisations seek funds for Dancing Championship planning in Canberra in October. Canberra Art Club also plans applications. Cultural committee meeting date not yet fixed.
W. P. Deane, former Canberra resident, was awarded a Special Diploma of International Law by the Hague Academy. The honor, only the fifth in the academy’s history, recognizes his three year program and specialized international law focus. Deane's early schooling in Sydney and studies at Sydney University preceded Rotary scholarship and a year at Dublin University. he plans to arrive in Australia next January to pursue further work in international matters.
Government figures show 227 million dollars spent on Canberra housing maintenance and land charges over five years. Minister Kent Hughes told the House of Representatives that precise annual maintenance costs are hard to estimate due to unrecorded units and a 20 percent reduction from capital costs applied through rental adjustment measures.
The report notes only a small share of residents qualify for rent rebates as applications lag. Officials cite factors including income, pension status, and Department of the Treasury rules. About 200 applications were received and rebates granted in roughly 50 cases, with unclear reasons for the gap.
Liberal MP Hulme blasted the 1955 budget as ineffective failing to address urgent economic problems. He argued for realism and greater responsibility, pressed for public works with private participation, and warned against excessive imports while urging balanced measures to boost investment and private development.
Fragmented text discusses a pensioners budget in Parliament and mentions food costs and daily living expenses. It references shifts in prices, weekly work, and newspaper context with unclear local details and names.
A local appeal discusses funds for children in need and war orphans. It notes donations and prices paid for items offered, with remarks by officials about fund use and future aims. The piece mentions a Mr Fragen and outreach to supporters, highlighting community involvement and the need to complete fundraising.
Fragmented party turmoil centers on leadership failures and walkouts. Executives and members accuse Evatt of poor direction while factions clash over strategy and future leadership, with recall and vowing to press on toward the next ballot.
A garbled notice reports a fundraising drive nearing two thousand pounds for local families. It mentions a closing date in September and cites a donation total around £1,960 with partial references to venues like Abas wh Shion and a Trews loo.
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