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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1954
Page
2
Employment offer seeking young applicants 16 to 16 for permanent positions with high wages. Includes overalls and laundering provided, bonus opportunities, and potential for advancement. Applications in writing or in person to Tendanth.
The debate centers on Senate reform including creation of select committees to review constitutional matters. Proposals seek clearer parliamentary review of regulations and legislation, with calls to revive committee activity and balance between parties under proportional representation.
National Sheep Dog Trial Association in Canberra invites international entrants for the world championship to be held April 18 to 28. Health regulations require entrants to quarantine dogs in Australia for ten days and six months in some cases, with transport costs covered for winners. President KP Anderson and vice president Mr Pavengh were elected at a recent meeting. judges for Open and National Championships will be announced soon.
A parliamentary session resumed with questions and a motion on the margins. The Senate met at 3 pm and debated the Appropriations Bill by question. The House was adjourned to meet again at 1 am.
The International Monetary Fund voted to expel Czechoslovakia, stating failure to supply economic data and to meet requirements. The move, approved by a majority of the Fund's members, sets a deadline for further negotiations before action becomes final.
Tao Sinister for Mines, mel Gollan offered to mediate the dispute between Lae George Willing Co and AWA. He said a fair give and take approach could settle the conflict quickly and that his department would assist to reach a resolution.
The Tariff Board cautioned that freight rates are excessive under changing conditions and warned the industry faces disruption if rail and other transport forms are not better supervised. Workers fear job losses as freight costs impact many sectors, though the board has not yet studied the full industry.
The Victorian Symphony Orchestra concert at Capitol Theatre in Canberra is nearly sold out with only a few tickets left. Walter Bunskutul debuts as conductor, while soprano Glenda Wye mond performs. Children from Canberra and surrounding areas attend a free schools concert in the afternoon on Oktober 7, with part of the program featuring demonstrations of musical instruments under Clivn Poiugtu baton.
The president of the rpono graphic Society Mr C Christian won slide of the year in both coloured and white sections. Opening night drew a large crowd at Riveraile hut for the annual exhibition running daily until October from 7 30 to 9 pm. Fifty black and white prints are on display with many promising entries. Christian's winning slide titled Leak House depicts an old country ing in summer light on a brick wall near a Drg Goulturn brewery.
Regional weather forecast notes clearing conditions, warm day with southerly winds and scattered clouds. Single line weather data includes temperatures, wind speeds, and humidity at various times, with references to a forecast for Denver and remarks on a forecast for American servicemen absent without leave, noting penalties doubled and dates in March.
An article details Capua Mayayudh, a Thai naval officer and former protocol chief, guiding Thai students to study in Australia under royal and government supervision. It explains the visa, funding, and supervision process, including education planning, Australian oversight, and family support arrangements for students chosen to study abroad.
Canberra brickyards secure approval to buy Nireo semi plastic brickmaking machines from a Melbourne engineering company. Delivery slated in four months for the main plant and eight months for two commuting machines. Estimated construction and initialisation costs around £38,000. England plant plans analyzed while Melbourne firm undertakes supply. British firm considered.
A new Documentary Film Group forms in Cantiorr aiming to boost membership before its inaugural meeting. The program promises training in direction writing production sound cinematography and makeup with new technical facilities and a stable of experienced advisers including Mr RAWArdawno. Members will be placed on a wait list for 12 months as departments establish, with emphasis on progress in film theory and practice.
The Canberra Chamber of Commerce Carnival will benefit two charities, the Children’s Association and another group, with proceeds shared. A final decision on the venue and events was discussed at a recent sat meeting, including a dancing exhibition and a lighthearted program planned for spring.
A G A T T delegation led by Senator O Sullivan departs for Geneva, accompanied by Prime Minister and officials from Canberra. The journey includes trade talks and meetings with international partners, with Breeter serving as Minister to Trade and Customs during the Senate visit.
A Labour Day service will be held at a church in Barny on Monday. Christened AroCnth para Twi Wouuie will lead the proceedings and parishioners are invited to attend the ceremony and song.
An Onlooker letter argues Canberra’s Parkland should be preserved as recreation and outlines concerns over housing plans and Bolander Place. It criticizes the National Capital Planting and Development Committee’s oversight and calls for expert-less review, public inquiry, and stronger policy continuity.
Parents urge relocation to provide proper accommodation for 200 local pupils amid plans for a new combined high and primary school. Advocates call for adequate staffing and a suitable curriculum, insisting every child deserves timely access to proper education.
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