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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1955
Page
2
Government Tourism Department officials and Australian representatives discuss New Zealand as a tourist destination. Officials stress growing industry capacity, wide attractions, and easy booking options to encourage long stays and trips.
The bulletin reports northerly to westerly winds around the coast with freshening conditions spreading later. Temperatures remain mild for the period with light to moderate rain and a risk of overnight fog in inland areas.
Fragmented excerpts discuss Labour’s policy direction in Malaya and Asia. They critique Labour opposition to troop deployment, demand a clearer policy platform, and warn that continued misrepresentation risks damaging Australian relations with Southeast Asia and the Manila and Anguilla agreements.
Representatives from Bank town Gage Bowral Camnaen Cronulla Goillin en Queanbeyan Liverpool Narrandera Nowra Port Kembla Rockdale Wollongong Young attend the Apex convention opening in Canberra. Delegates arrive at hotels then gather for a welcome by acting chairman and opening remarks. A convention dinner and ball follow with sessions at University College and University Fallege. The event includes tours to Cotter Reserve and a final Monday morning close.
Mr Cosgrove argues against high Bell Bay power costs amid aluminium industry worries. He cites an annual power book and a contract rate, claiming cheaper power would ease bills for producers and support jobs in Tasmania. He warns higher charges could push firms to relocate or reduce output, impacting the local economy.
Lieutenant Colonel H A M Martin received a farewell from the Governor General after arriving in Canberra to assume duties as a military adviser and new secretary role. The event marked his transfer from the Oxfordshire Light Infantry.
A wartime era report describes a mercy mission near Byron Bay to aid a Japanese fisherman. The craft was sighted by a lookout at Bay Lighthouse, and an emergency operation was undertaken at Byron Bay Hospital with medical staff and officials coordinating from the jetty area.
Premier Cahill faces pressure from Liberal supporters over compulsory unions. Campaigns claim voluntary unions could ease service disruptions, while opponents warn against backsliding on workers’ rights. The debate centers on transport workers and public service ballots amid a year of political contest.
Colourful figures parade at the General Synod of the Anglican Church in Australia with delegates from states and territories. Highlights include eminent clergy and lay delegates, a major debate on Cane and Wugon strategy, and speeches by Rev. Sherri and others in Sydney.
Malayan Commander expresses satisfaction over Australian forces in Malaya. Report notes involvement of Australian troops in key operations and mentions Allied leadership shaping the defense against Japanese advances.
Melbourne event totals show attendance below prior year with uneven program turnout. The report notes several exhibitors and competitors, including a 22 year old axeman from Deldeaine winning a feature event, yet overall participation wanes across both program and exhibition segments.
Australian Minister for External Affairs said the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization would be able to move quickly against aggression in the area. He warned against overextension and emphasized regional stability, urging allied initiative and collective defence measures amid rising tensions in Asia.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses economic policy likely hindering city growth and references planning, projects, and street names. It mentions a multi storey proposal near Haines and Northbeinne avenues, with unclear dates and participants.
In a heated briefing, Mr Donnelly argues Labour nominated too many candidates for the hospital election, claiming the party forced nominees and harmed the campaign. He cites internal party divisions and critics within the Liberal and Independent factions as evidence of systemic overreach affecting the contest.
Fragments describe tremor activity linked to Mexico and New York with unclear timing and locations. The scrambled text mentions a forecast from a university message and a distant measurement, but details are obscured and specific events are not confirmed.
The Prime Minister announced Paltridge will join the cabinet in a surprising reshuffle. Patridge, born in Leederville and educated across Western Australia, Queensland and New South Wales, has a varied career including hotel management and military service.
Cambodian National Assembly members gather in Prom Penh to amend the constitution by replacing the royal and French forms with a new state arrangement. The declaration follows statements by Prime Minister and royal figures and highlights alliances with India and Britain as Cambodia moves toward a new premier and governance structure.
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