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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1944
Page
4
The Minister for External Territories Mr Ward told the House of Representatives that the government intends to abandon indentured labor in the Territory. He said the plan would remove many recruitment aspects and transfer restrictive labor practices to government funds rather than private individuals.
A fragmentary report from AUSTRALIA FIRST INQUIRY describes actions by a bomber alleged to be part of the movement. It notes March events, an intelligence charge, and possible air raid threats, with unclear details and names obscured.
A civilian plane traveling from Meckhampton to Kingaray was forced to land on a road at night after a headwind, narrowly avoiding injury to the pilot and passenger. The craft sustained slight damage as cars lined the street, and signals were sent by a temporary beacon until help arrived.
A preliminary wartime survey indicates Australia faces a severe housing shortage. The report states overall shortages around 5 0 10 homes per thousand population with Victoria worst affected at 315 extra homes per thousand. New South Wales also shows a large deficit as repairs and renovations are evaluated.
War damage claims from New Guinea total over two thousand pounds with payments to property owners. The War Damage Commission reported plans for reconstruction and control measures, noting that full rebuilding could not proceed during ongoing military occupation but that a program would be prepared for when civilian administration returns.
The minister of air Mr Drake ford stated the RAAF will release 15 000 personnel by June 1940 if civilian needs surpass military priorities. Requests for priority civilian jobs would be met even for key personnel, with replacements recruited to fill vacancies. The air force still requires ground staff and air crew, and released personnel in nine months will be treated as casualties for accounting purposes.
The Canberra event features a RAAF band at Civic Centre, football exhibitions by United States and local teams, a Navy and RMLC display, and a race for servicewomen. Activities include football throwing, running events, side shows, and food stalls. Sponsorship by Langer with support from Canberra Football.
Information from secret sources reveals alleged secrecy breach by the Prices Branch. Mr Abbott of New Zealand Parliament claims officers of the Department at War Organisation of Industry accessed extimatees, prompting alleged illegal disclosure. Minister Beasley pledged investigation.
A fragmentary report suggests weather forecasts and meteorological information may be published shortly. The discussion mentions a minister and defense context, with references to Western Australia and the Northern Territory and potential broader broadcasts via radio and press outlets.
Government announces no early increase in clothes ration despite ongoing shortages. Mattening (Chairman) and Comanian (LAR) figureheads brief ration committee on upcoming policy review and continuation of current allotments.
A garbled report lists several handicap race entries such as High Stakes Katanga and Victory Lad, plus references to the Rosehill Cup and Amerville procurement. It mentions Minister Drakeford directing air services expansions, budget support for navigation devices, and aeronautical radio stations under modernization efforts.
The Canberra racing program features divisions with heats and stakes including Maldon Brakes and Pride of Canberra. Notable runners listed include Banjo's Gift, Wands Giles, Desert Canberra Stakes and related entries such as Kent and Mother's Own.
The report notes widespread buffalo fly pest concerns reaching Claremont and northern Pratnaula areas. Officials including a War Ministry figure discuss control efforts, uncertainties about DDT efficacy, and measures to limit spread while acknowledging incomplete protection.
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