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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1936
Page
2
Canberra weather report shows 102 inches and 7 pm readings with temperatures around 41 degrees. Forecast includes 39 to 41 degree ranges, wind directions ESE and peak gusts later in the day, with a 24 hour maximum near 41 degrees and minimum near 39 degrees.
The Tariff Board reports on Australian industries facing competition from Britain and the United Kingdom Australia Trade Agreement. It notes calls for higher duties to protect certain sectors while urging cost discipline, efficiency gains, and avoiding trade blockages to preserve export potential.
The Canberra Grienmar Seabod Linton hosted the first annual ball at Titel Chyie Inetigi with Pauran's orchestra providing music. A supper followed and a charitable tone marked the evening, featuring numerous local figures and attendees from society, clubs, and committees.
In Canberra the Senate heard Sir George Pearce defend the government's housing plan, arguing inducements for Canberran homebuilding may not exist under current terms. He warned that the year scheme under public finance offers rentals and loans with returns that discourage private investment. A revision of the scheme is urged to ensure real owner occupancy and address leasehold method in Canberra.
In a heated session, Senator Terri territory relimates claim the government has failed to address rotten dwellings in Molangio and the Cangowas, linking ware and unclean conditions to a broader housing crisis. Minister Gears Puaiste counters that native policy favors cottage building while private ventures should share the burden.
A native woman, Mrs. Reve rensive Gotdeete, mourns three sons as she seeks work and food. The scene unfolds in Capetown town as aid groups mobilize to provide meals and shelter while the mother hopes for help this morning.
A new fast weekday service between Aydnay and Canberra appears in the railway summer timetable to start on nine months Bentumber two. The Lenin will be called the Mederst City Express and will run from Byrney via NSA Mm arriving Canberra at 22:00 and departing 16:10 for Yaney arriving 22:30. On Saturdays a 7.60 am service from Byaney to Goulburn will begin at 10:00 am.
The Australian Wheatgrowers Federation conference pressed for federal power to regulate primary products and drew up policy for an excise on wheat to stabilize prices. It urged Commonwealth legislation on a compulsory wheat pool, bankruptcy amendments for farmers, and support for farm rehabilitation funding, with a March meeting slated in Adelaide.
Senator Guthrie deplored antiquated methods in transporting members to Canberra. He cited the Goulburn Canberra train as among the worst in the Empire and urged possible use of alternative routes. Sir George Pearce said NSW government representations had led to new rolling stock and the old service would be replaced. air transport would cost more.
In Canberra this morning His Excellency the Governor General attended by Captain Leo Traceillo leaves for Meloures after a brief executive council in Canberra. The trip signals official discussions and ceremonial duties ahead.
The session recounts heated negotiations and cross party clashes over Asia policy and regional grants. Key figures include Prime Minister, Mr Blain, and Ministers addressing fisheries, tariffs, and to note Japan's summit. The record notes frustration with parliamentary tone and a claim of misrepresentation.
In a Moore council session last week discussion focused on new works proposals. Mr Lascarini praised Denhain member Mahoney for highlighting the need for a comprehensive housing program as welfare of people demanded action. He cited Wollongong and Kembla as examples of housing shortages with families living three to a single hut.
Melbourne report details a criminal court jury foreman fined 10 shillings after being awakened during deliberations. The juror claimed fatigue and admitted drinking at adjournment. The judge rebuked him, noting the juror’s conduct amid a broader parliamentary scene referenced in the same issue.
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