Courier mail 1963

The Courier-Mail is a daily newspaper published in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Here are some key events and issues that were reported in the Courier-Mail in 1963:

January 1963

• The Australian government announces a 10% increase in the basic wage, effective from January 1.
• The Brisbane City Council approves a plan to build a new city hall and library complex.

February 1963

• The Queensland government introduces a new law requiring all motor vehicles to be registered with the Department of Main Roads.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing popularity of surfing in Queensland, with many beaches experiencing an influx of surfers.

March 1963

• The Australian government announces a plan to build a new international airport at Brisbane, to replace the existing Eagle Farm Airport.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the increasing cost of living in Brisbane, with prices for food and housing rising sharply.

April 1963

• The Queensland government introduces a new law requiring all schools to teach the Australian national anthem, "Advance Australia Fair".
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing concern about the spread of polio in Queensland, with several cases reported in the state.

May 1963

• The Australian government announces a plan to build a new highway connecting Brisbane to the Gold Coast.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing popularity of television in Queensland, with many households purchasing their first TV sets.

June 1963

• The Queensland government introduces a new law requiring all drivers to wear seatbelts while driving.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing concern about the impact of urbanization on the environment, with many residents calling for greater protection of natural areas.

July 1963

• The Australian government announces a plan to build a new hospital in Brisbane, to replace the existing Royal Brisbane Hospital.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing popularity of sport in Queensland, with many sports teams and clubs competing in local and national competitions.

August 1963

• The Queensland government introduces a new law requiring all businesses to display prices clearly and honestly.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing concern about the impact of drought on the Queensland economy, with many farmers struggling to make ends meet.

September 1963

• The Australian government announces a plan to build a new university in Brisbane, to replace the existing University of Queensland.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing popularity of music in Queensland, with many local bands and musicians performing at concerts and festivals.

October 1963

• The Queensland government introduces a new law requiring all drivers to carry a valid driver's license at all times.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing concern about the impact of pollution on the environment, with many residents calling for greater protection of air and water quality.

November 1963

• The Australian government announces a plan to build a new port in Brisbane, to replace the existing Port of Brisbane.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing popularity of tourism in Queensland, with many visitors flocking to the state's beaches and attractions.

December 1963

• The Queensland government introduces a new law requiring all schools to teach the importance of road safety.
• The Courier-Mail reports on the growing concern about the impact of urbanization on the environment, with many residents calling for greater protection of natural areas.

These are just a few examples of the types of news and issues that were reported in the Courier-Mail in 1963. The newspaper was a major source of news and information for the people of Brisbane and Queensland during this time.