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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 24, 1974

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Flood's Aftermath Leaves Chalomy in Desolate Need

Survivors queue for food and clothing as flood debris and mud bury Chalomy. Rescue teams search for bodies while relief convoys bring supplies from Tegucigalpa and nearby bases. The Red Cross appeals for aid and international relief agencies mobilize air deliveries to the disaster area.

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Unclear OCR Summary News Item

Fragmented text describes unrest near a university in Kuala Lumpur with mentions of police and investigations. The garbled lines obscure specifics of location, event, or date. No clear names, places, or outcomes can be reliably identified from the readable portions.

Tree growth project at Griffith Primary School

Students at Griffith Primary School conducted a maths exercise measuring yearly growth of trees on the school grounds. Beginning with 40 trees planted, Principal Mr George Hurell set the task to record tree height and girth, using methods such as height measurement and shadow analysis, with results to be published in the school magazine every ten years.

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Unions Slam Wage Restraint at ACTU Conference

Leaders of Australia’s largest unions reject unconditional wage restraint at an ACTU conference. They push for wage indexation or higher raises, with mixed support for taxation indexing and government economic plans. The session, attended by 137 union delegates, signals broad labor pressure as policy debates unfold.

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Hawke signals possible April election and referendum

In Sydney Hawke, president of the ACTU and leader of the Australian Labor Party, hinted at a forthcoming federal election around April. He spoke of potential government powers and a possible referendum to empower the government, urging greater consultation with employers, unions, and the public while stressing prudence and consensus.

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Australian designers criticise policy on RAN ships built abroad

Designers and engineers from the Australian design, engineers, surveyors and craftsmen association in Sydney staged a newspaper ad denouncing the government for ordering two patrol frigates from the United States instead of building ships in Australian yards. The ad cites promises by Defence Minister Barnard that 12 smaller Australian built ships would be purchased for the RAN, and questions the plan to replace patrol boats sent to Indonesia and five to Papua New Guinea. The group urged Australia to commit to native shipbuilding for national defence and jobs.

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Trial with FM radio authorised by Cabinet

Cabinet approves experimental FM broadcasting start with NSW and Victoria Music Societies invited to apply for licences. Two AM stations in Sydney and Melbourne set for public access and under-25 programs, with operations by year end. University funding and subscriptions to cover transmitter costs discussed.

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Speeding crackdown nets 60 motorists in Redfern area

Police report 60 motorists booked over three days for excessive speed in Redfern streets. Inspector TD McConaghy of the ACT Police Smalls division said drivers were warned about penalties and that speed checks would continue at busy intersections. Mrs N Sloan urged motorists to show consideration for pedestrians while authorities noted instances of running red lights and unsafe driving near Belooanen Way and nearby streets. Local authorities plan traffic calming measures and signage in the area to curb speeding.

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Lord Casey in crash near Melbourne

Former Governor General Lord Casey was admitted to Allied Hospital after a collision in a Melbourne suburb. Police said he sustained a fractured knee and other injuries, with the crash occurring at the intersection of Bendigo Road and Murfumisegnetied.

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Biggest lottery prize in Australia announced for November draw

Australia announces its largest lottery ever with a prize of 3500,000 to be won in November. Treasury approval granted for the Christmas spectacle, with prizes including a second prize and a third prize of 1000. Western Australian official Mr Corleon heads the Golden Casket management as draws are scheduled.

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Townley Still Independent Faces Liberal Return

Senator Townley indicated he remains independent while Tasmania’s Senate seat position shifts. He confirmed a 1970 party lapse when passed over for endorsement and noted Liberal Party outreach could lead to rejoining. A Tasman Branch notice was sent to acknowledge party alignment discussions.

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Canberra approves second commercial licence for Cayiail City Broadcastery

The Canberra cabinet approved the allocation of the second commercial licence to Cayiail City Broadcastery By Ltd, an independent Canberra company with 43 shareholders. The decision followed a report from the Australian Broadcasting Council recommending the grant. The company, incorporated in Canberra in April 1969, plans 24 hour service once broadcasting starts, subject to regulatory conditions and building occupancy.

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Recycle plan urged in ACT amid student study fallout

A study by students at Cuntwrra Lechinteal College Pune 3 prompts calls for an ACT wide recycle plan. The report highlights lessons from Lebanese immigrant views and notes new fines for fictitious claims. Local NSW polls show a poor ALB showing, with Gaye Davadron seeking reform.

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