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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 06, 1971

Page

10

Lion park victim seriously hurt at Beenleigh

In Brisbane on Sunday 16 year old Peter Dever was attacked by a lion at Bullens Lion Wath Beenleigh. He was seriously injured and transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital for urgent medical care. Park officials said the lion was not destroyed and that authorities were investigating the incident.

Brisbane Peter Dever Bullens Lion Wath Beenleigh Princess Aalexandes Hospital Henor Relth High Hospital Aare Hoshane Dreyer Monatadlees Park

Taken Away in Adelaide Theme Recounts Local Event

Fragmentary report notes a person named Murrell involved with a Parker's Pay card. Mentions a Mrs Marianne Murrell and Brivton Rian with references to yesterday and hospital or planting area. Details are garbled and unclear.

Adelaide Sunda Fourmannhald Melanie Murrell Marianne Murrell Briehion

Retirement notice for Attala Cres Sh file Chinoeei

Retirement notice indicates a Whitiman of the Attala Cres Sh file Chinoeei with reference to Au Friftan Normal Line. Ste Join Willis is mentioned, set to commence in September with a brief note regarding a forthcoming event and Shalimar Hetben Wem.

Whitiman Attala Cres

Melbourne Sunday Protest Against Vietnam War

Protesters gathered on Melbourne beaches during the Victorian antiwar demonstration marking the Vietnam War era. Activists, members of local groups, carried signs and called for peace as police monitored the CNS event.

Melbuliee Vietnam Futiee Suniner canpauRn Herran Bikiquis Nisiahan Iealiers

Melbourne Death Notice for Alea Grant at Menieterg Mihiane Husprish

A death notice from Melbourne reports the passing of Alea Grant after a recent illness at Menieterg Mihiane Husprish Hospital. The report notes a reduced rate of involvement by family and community members during the weeklong deterioration period.

Melbourne

Tax plan debate in Papua New Guinea assembly sparks higher taxes

In Port Moresby a political discussion emerged on tax reform with calls from government figures to raise levies, aiming to close budget gaps. Observers note proposals target low income groups, while officials stress revenue needs amid ongoing economic strain.

Port Moresby Sune Ain Woolteah

Acquittal Report Shrouded By Melbourne Trial Words

Fragmentary report notes a trial in Melbourne with mentions of Donald Mill Camp P14 and a barrier figure associated with acquittal at a Shar Tank. The text references a Marlyn the Tinner Without Glory and a leading figure Tush who reportedly led today, with a ped 71 marked in the records.

Mul Moree Sunasy Donald Shar Tank Marlyn Tal Melbourne

Melbourne mayor attacks hotel tax as too high

In Melbourne the Lord Mayor Dr Alwynne Rowlards labeled the Victorian Government plan a harsh tax on hotels, urging Premier Sir Henry Bolte to take action after a controversial decision. Reports from Wellington note New Zealand lawmakers discussed television funding while other items cover arrests in Cairns and a riot at Auckland hospital.

Melbourne Alwynne Rowlards Henry Bolte

Traffic law in Perth expected reforms this Sunday

Western Australian motorists may see changes as new traffic rules are slated to take effect this Sunday. Officials indicate the measures aim to improve road safety and streamline enforcement across the state.

Toll now 850 on NSW roads

Sydney reports six people killed on NSW roads over the weekend raising the yearly toll. Victims include Miscarate teabeds, 17, of Dundas, and a man killed on the Munsondah Highway near Mansheld. A cyclist was hospitalized in Canberra with serious injuries after a collision at a Camber Avenue and National Circle intersection. The weekend also saw a head-on crash near Melbourne and several injuries across multiple incidents.

Sydney Nsw Dundas Melbourne Munsondah Mansheld Cork Ima Finsie Ham Nase Canberra Hania Veserdas Hania Veserdas | AD Vested Mone Cyclist Wa Habed Camber Avenue Pilin Gath Canalien

Mobile experts to move against pollution in Sydney

A mobile team of environmental experts is planned to act swiftly against pollution in Sydney. Health authorities warn swimmers to avoid beaches as untreated sewage floods the sea. Water mains workmen strike over dam collapse, risking widespread water outages and delays in repairs.

Sydney Beale Pevone Heale Syarney Sydney Water Roan Siviay Vareabo Audeney Femsen Tor Hut Sat Club Telathels Ryde Tware

Talks on infantile deaths in Alice Springs

Federal Health Minister Sir Kenneth Anderson met with Alice Springs ministers to discuss infant deaths among Aborigines in Central Australia. They cited seven hospital deaths from chest infections and urged urgent improvements in health services. a study will review the hospital's critical position and how to address the problem.

Sydney Kenneth Anderson Hay Alice Springs Central Australia Kenneth Withit

Errors of new MDs listed in Australian medical report

A Sydney doctor cites alarming cases from the Australian Medical Association Journal noting newly graduated doctors display ignorance of drugs and lack concern. The piece highlights reckless prescriptions including extreme thyroid dosing, incorrect adult and child doses, overdose risks, and pharmacists’ safety concerns. The article laments that therapeutics as a discipline has largely disappeared from Sydney University.

Macoulaine Collins Sydney

Correction on Profestor Irendall's university role

A correction notes that Profestor A D Irendall served as Master of Universi Horeatta ANU from 199. The garbled text suggests a historical university tenure but lacks clear dates and context for full verification.

A.D. Irendall Universi Horeatta Anu

Bowen Defends Australian diplomacy cost claims

Foreign Affairs Minister Mr Bowen defended the cost of overseas missions amid opposition critique. He said a superficial study misreads the effort and that Australia funds 500 overseas posts with 346 in developing regions versus 163 in North America and Europe combined, arguing the balance supports global representation and trade.

Bowen Dep Cadet Barnard Allaire Yile Yall Australia North America Europe Austtalia Forone U

Melbourne wool sales outlook shows little buyer activity

Melbourne market reports little change in buyer engagement as wool sales open. Industry spokesmen note similar volumes to last week with cautious optimism from officials like Me TS Sitcock and Mr Vines forecasting steady or slightly improved trading, while markets await clearer signals.

Melboutene Melbourne Chiomhe Vines Victorian Farmers 'Tin Pastoral Division Sitcock Wales Throweh Thunday

Rationalising NZ trade projects

Wellington Sunday report states a new Australia New Zealand agreement to rationalise industry and aid the development of approved regional projects. Minister John Marshall said the exchange of letters confirms measures to improve feasibility in applying NAFTA terms and to assist industries in selected fields.

Wellington Australia New Zealand John Marshall Marshall Zea

Parachutist Pronounced Dead After Bondi Rescue

A young parachutist died and Mrs Patricia King survived a sea rescue during a Bondi Beach parachute display. King, 26, was dragged from the water after a line tangled and capsized a rescue boat. Ambulance officers at St Vincent's Hospital later reported her death while Mrs King remained in critical condition.

Sydney St Vincent's Hospital Patricia King Cremorne Bondi Hesch Mra King Histora Bondi Mrs King Bondi Lifesaving Club Meg King Len St Vin Nis

Election funds and the money trail in federal campaigns

The National Times investigates fund sources for federal elections and describes how the Gee police party plans to raise up to lions for the campaign. Sir John McEwen is quoted during wool-sale troubles while other features cover legal responsibilities neighbors and Gordon Barton’s financial losses with wage moves by the government.

The National Times Gee Partin John McEwen Gordon Barton

Engineer union ministers and cabinet at Sydney meeting

In Sydney and NSW, labor officials plan meetings as more than 604 builders’ union members prepare to strike from September 5 over the right to strike. A union spokesman says the Hulder Labourers Federation recommends that other building trades unions join the stoppage for an indefinite period.

Sydney Anemiere Nsw Saytomer Foy Newcastle Wollogong SUK Workereim Hs Stike

Missing man Kerth Lawrence Veitch Reported Near Coast

A man missing after a boat capsize was reported as 48 to 50 year old Lawrence Veitch of Yayoona Sydney. A distant woman aboard the vessel and others were rescued during the Saturday afternoon search. Authorities said a man appeared after the capsize and helped locate the missing person.

Halenans Alt Kerth Lawrence Veitch Yayoona Sydosy

Wee Jasper Cave Rescue by Bush Rescue Service

The Bush Rescue Service formed in Canberra conducted its first rescue yesterday at Punchbowl Cave Wee Tamper. Two youths entered the cave against advice. one could not scale the exit rope. The other contacted the service which lowered a rope ladder to assist the youth.

Bush Rescue Service Canberra Punchbowl Wee Tamper Hungendore

Body Found From Lake Burley Griffin Near Central

A body believed to be a two year old Turner woman was retrieved from the central Lake Burley Griffin area on Saturday morning. Police and investigators conducted a post mortem yesterday to prepare a report for the inquest.

Lake Burley Griffin

Whitlam calls off South African tour rallying boycott

Australian leaders debate canceling the South African cricket visit amid mixed polls and political pressure. Mr Whitlam, supported by church groups and opposition figures, urges government action while foreign and domestic parties push for or against the tour.

Protests boost South Africa tourism claims

Mr Gould of The South African Tourist Corporation says protests over the Australian tour may aid tourism. He notes similarities between Australia and South Africa, cites climate and scenery, and predicts Australians and New Zealanders will visit to see the country.

Australia Gond South Afican Tourist Corporation Gould Jm Cane Terrantil Riverina South Asea Gowhh Nisteallins Africa Anteaion Bay of We Australia New Fenland South South Africa

Bradman moderates talk on South African cricket tour

Sir Donald Bradman, chair of the Australian Cricket Board of Convicts, said the South African tour would be discussed at the Sydney meeting on Wednesday. He would not comment on whether representations had been received or if police cautions would affect the plan. The Tasmanian government and police were also cited in reports about the tour and possible Hobart Christmas appearances.

Crever Board of Central Te Iydney Westnessay Whithon Heath Wison W. Droeger A.M. Clark Springbok Austalia Fin Bary Avis Lallon Vhs Tertevat Avi Intel Cermin Erie Amsterdam Aap Reniet Young Liberalsers Australi Hague Lloyd Dougie Thoman Evecutive L500 Spottsmen Me Mahan Wreedore Uniter Ti Organisation Reymond Tlearan Briish Arti-Apatteid Camonseare Peer Hain Tewlas Siuth Mfc Melbourne Donald Bradman Australian Cricket Board of Convist Board Sydney Hobart Mynister Bingham Medhamad Trenvier Bethune Yi Avitanie

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