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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 08, 1954
Page
3
A chaotic report notes a working bee at Dookie Showgrounds organized by committees and volunteers. It mentions Mrs Shanna, Mr Ernie Pied, and local figures coordinating tasks while referencing Shepparton cricket and various community roles. The item reads as a dense cast of names, places, and activities with unclear specifics.
Negotiations to amalgamate Benalla and Wangaratta Athletic carnivals failed at a Wangaratta Club meeting. Mr Phillips moved a recommendation to end negotiations with Benalla for a combined event, proposing separate carnivals on Saturday and Monday. The motion was rejected two to six.
The Gy Club's expansion drew backing from Mr A Marga and local officials including Archdeacon Chesterfield. Mr Lucas praised the show of support while Dr Straughanr pledged assistance. The A and P Society indicated potential funding helps to cover show costs, with plans to boost exhibitor participation and future events.
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