29 Sep 1977
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1977
Page
1
Rescue teams recovered 32 bodies from the DC-8 crash site on a hill above a rubber plantation north of Kuala Lumpur. Four passengers and the Australian embassy official Dr Paul Wilson remain missing while 43 are in hospital among 69 passengers and 10 crew. The jetliner struck trees during approach to Subang Airport.
John Mulcahy of Torrens Street, Canberra, 78, fights sharply increased land valuations that more than doubled his block value from 15004 to 30000, raising rates to 523 for the year and over 640 in total. He appeals to the Minister for the Capital Territory and may go to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. He cites commercial intrusion on Torrens Street and argues the land should be valued for residential use only.
Paul Armstrong, 20, received $158,364 damages in the ACT Supreme Court for a 1974 crash that left him paled and unemployed for years. He says the money will help invest and buy a home unit while planning travel to Canada to meet his fiancée's parents, though he remains hopeful of returning to work.
Prime Minister Fraser sent a protest note to Japanese Prime Minister Fukuda after a deadlock in Australia Japan beef talks. He pressed for a senior minister to Tokyo to resume negotiations "at an early date" and warned against risking relations amid failed eel contract disputes and escalation proposals.
Cattlemen warn over treatment as Mr Fukuda's role renewals hoped for progress toward a satisfactory solution. Fraser's letter text referenced, with page notes noting beef trade concerns and a more reliable chavis for cattle. Page 10 marks the context of ongoing debate.
Queensland moves to liquidate the second largest society after a run on funds amid Labor Opposition attacks. Liquidator Hermes Peldan said secured debts include $8.5 million to the Commercial Bank of Australia and $1.85 million to South British Insurance. Government officials pledged emergency steps and reassurance for other building societies as investors faced withdrawal delays.
Australian doctor Dr Paul Zimmer of Southern Memorial Hospital Caulfield warns in Medical Journal of Australia that international airline first aid kits carry almost nothing beyond minor ailment care. He notes many requests for medical aid on flights and calls for a review of drug restrictions and safety concerns before a tragedy occurs.
Mick Shann, chairman of the Public Service Board, urged not to be overly cautious on administrative devolution in Britain and Australia. He outlined a radical New Model Office program, questioned central HR control, and discussed an Australian Government Representative experiment in Tavena ville as part of broader devolution and coordination efforts amid RCAGA reforms and potential legislative changes.
A misspelled coupon promotion promises a $250 prize doubled to 800 if Canberra Times is delivered on time. Winners must submit the coupon to the Pick a Day Giveaway box at newsagents or The Canberra Times offices by 4.30 pm. The draw occurs that night on UTC TV with results printed in tomorrow’s paper. The item mentions the Mannion family of Hayes Crescent Griffith winning $00 in Friday’s edition.
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