It is the intention of the Australian Ministry of Munitions, which is well ahead with its £50,000,000 programme, to employ men whenever they are available rather than women. In some classes of work, particularly in small arms ammunition factories, women are considered more suitable, and they will continue to be employed.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume LX, Issue 217, 12 August 1940, Page 5
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