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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1954
Page
2
The readable bits reference an employment act and approval of qualifications. It mentions applicants and notes some dates, education, and war service requirements. The text is partial and unclear but signals a form or guideline for eligibility and records.
Incomplete OCR text describes a department notice listing two positions and ages with unclear per year figures. Mentions aerial photo compilation of bake maps and applicants asked to have prior routing experience.
Official postings from the Interior Department in Canberra seek applicants for architecture and building roles. Positions include permanent and temporary design, with salary details and required qualifications. applications close 20/8/04.
A review traces The Cornhill Magazine from its 1840 origins to its 1000th issue, noting high literary standards and contributions from Dickens Trollope and Doyle. It contrasts editorials and reading habits with shifts in the modern press while praising enduring value.
An ex army cook faced stiff family opposition as he entered a local cooking contest with a cake and sponge offerings. About 130 entries were received with scones and sponge cakes drawing crowds. Mrs M de Tater and Mrs FR Brown Judd won top prizes while others from Braddon and Narra Bundah claimed section wins.
The event hosted at Victor Barracks drew the regally titled Thele Excoliericien and guests, with Lt. Broken Siew in attendance as part of a Westanday evening program.
Canberra forecast reports barometer readings and temperatures with calm to light winds. South-east district outlook notes northerly winds, cooler air moving in from the west, and possible thunderstorms followed by colder southerly winds across Adelaide, Perth, and Darwin regions.
A memory campaign at Wiestensmster Abbey recalls Australian aircrew who served in the Battle for Brivein. Flight-Lt Withall and others are listed on the Roll of Honour, while a separate report details the immunisation program for children across ACT and surrounding regions, aiming to prevent diphtheria with a two-dose vaccine schedule and school-based injections.
A special meeting of the Students’ Association considered funding for a student truck. The council recommended the purchase, citing cost and utility, while concerns about apathy and governance were raised. Final actions included delays and calls for further discussion among committees.
The text presents a fragmented report on Wm Baylebridge Luis Haytehendye and Jwith Weieht Mokinney regarding a planned fund venture and a public development road. It references attempts to strike a blow for a cause, emerging forces, and debates on modern problems and university context.
Senator Wright and Mr Fraser debate Canberra subsidies paid by the Federal Treasury. Canberra tax contributions highlighted while national funding arrangements and road transport costs are discussed. The article notes Canberra's planned city status and ongoing cost allocations in Commonwealth taxation.
The parish listings show services at St John, St Patrick, St Andrew, and other churches with Holy Communion, morning and evening prayers, and children's activities. Notable items include kindergarten and primary programs, Sunday School, and special commemorations across multiple churches with varied times and locations.
The Sporting Car Club announces a gymkhana with monthly events. The plan includes tests, garage trials, and novelty activities. September 26 is set for a plate day with entries closing in September.
Persons named Wey, Mrs C 4 Tupnnu arrive in Cabpa fy pend a few days with inlaws. Rin and Mrs Eokopaley visit Yar atvita Mr Turnbull royal bf St. Andrews Covareh. The main events at Memorial Hall include a Sunday afternoon ceremony and a Canberra trip for the celebration of Mt Andis by the Women’s Guild on Wednesday.
In Sydney a miner died and others were injured at Burrazorane Bale Mine after rock and earth collapsed. Authorities report the incident occurred today with several workers affected.
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