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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 15, 1966

Page

4

Parliament election slander and libel legal aid forecast

In the wake of the federal election campaign the Government will not provide free legal aid to MPs libelled or slandered. Attorney General Snedden said MPs may clear their character by traditional means, while critics argued for extending legal service bureau support amid circulating propaganda against Liberal candidates.

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Jury reform urged to curb malpractices and crime

Aimed at reducing jury indecision and organized crime, proposals for royal government reforms were urged by Mr James and Attorney General Snedden. They argued Australian and federal action could set an example for states, with emphasis on improving criminal proceedings and ensuring public safety.

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Interest rates watched by government and bank officials

The report notes government and Reserve Bank officials discussing interest rates and finance policy. Treasurer Mr McMahon asserts the government would not direct banks, while speculation centers on federal spending and opposition responses amid market concerns.

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Half of NG native children attend school report says

The House figures from the Minister for Territories show less than half of Ng’s children are in school with indigenous pupils in Papuas New Guinea, only about 8,000 attending subsidised mission and administration primary schools. More than half attend subsidised mission schools, while 36 native youths were being educated in Australia via scholarships or university programs.

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Apple and Pear Shipping Charges Debate in Parliament

The Minister for Trade and Industry and Mr McEwen addressed fears over high freight rates on apples and pears shipped to the UK and Europe. MPs questioned impact of low Australian apple prices, with Mr McEwen noting the need to study line freight charges and shipping service rationalisation.

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Public Service Kept Growing In Canberra Region

ACT public service employment rose ten percent from 13,418 to 14,954 in the last financial year. Nationwide, Commonwealth Public Service total rose five percent. Canberra led growth among states, with transfers noted and Department of the Antenochich enlarging by eleven percent to something.

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Debated House Questions and Senate Proceedings Recap

Fragmented report describes yesterday’s House questions minisienal on Lemal ANE Bitten Sational and adjournment of debate on appropriation BAL. Senate held a questions session and ministerial statements on service mergiante with unclear proceedings and a rewind note.

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