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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 16, 1971
Page
2
A Liberal back bencher Mr Jess (Vic) backed an Opposition call for a national superannuation scheme inquiry and urged government tabling of Paper details. Minister Wentworth signaled intention to table Paper. Créan warned of long, complex reviews, with the Prime Minister showing cautious stance as bills proceed.
Opposition yesterday accused the Minister for Education and Science Mr Fraser of debating a taxation rise and questioned the plan to increase funds for the education system. Dr Gun asked if the state could afford more than the old S30 limit, while Fraser argued the rise would aid hard pressed communities in Australia.
In Parliament Minister Anthony outlined assumptions on Chinese purchases from Canada likely at 0.5 million tons to be delivered over three months, contrasted with Canada’s usual 2 to 2.5 million tons annually. He noted sharp freight rate increases to North America and cited naval pay review plans amid defence concerns.
Lib member Mr Reid told the House that churches and voluntary groups fear Australia’s small aid toward East Pakistan refugees in India. He pressed Foreign Minister Bowen to consider a $10 million immediate grant, noting India spends about $100 million monthly to care for eight million refugees. He urged a Cabinet proposal and said Australia’s aid was on ground and appreciated, with further review under active consideration.
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