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Benalla Ensign

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Feb 12, 1953

Page

5

Unemployed Totals in Benalla District Rise in Melbourne Area

A Department of Labor and National Service press release shows 118 unemployed in Benalla district with 744 men and 2 women on benefit. Most recipients are in Melbourne 7074 Bendigo 441 Geelong 254 Ballarat 244 Warragul 145 and Wonera ratte District Office areas.

Department of Labor W Natiional Service OM Cer J. Haugh Victoria Melbourne Bendigo Geelong Hallarat Waerragul Woneraratte Ollce Melhowne Warragul Ballarat Mistry Commonwealth Employment Service

Moorabbin seeks federal funds for new primary and secondary schools

City of Moorabbin asks Benalla Shire Council to join a representation to the Federal Government for extra funds to erect and staff new primary and secondary schools in the state. The plan aims to improve education facilities and future employment prospects, amid shifting unemployment trends and factory vacancies.

Moorabbin Benalla Shire

Government Reply On Subsidy For Public Works Acknowledged

A letter to Cr F A Cook discusses government funding for civil works. It notes that approval depends on financial year timing and available funds. The writer hints at costs and reputational considerations for public service projects.

Amy Couney

Bathing Sheds Consider Deep Water Marker and Dressing Shed

Council discussed a High School swimming program starting Thursday at the pool. Mr Alexander urged a deep water marker and a temporary dressing shed with pupil help if materials were provided. Dr Talochino noted prior agreement to erect sheds at the gorge ridge and town bridge pool, but urged accepting the school's offer.

Council Heari H. Walkate Mr Alexander Walkinte Alexander J. Talochino

Benalla Borough Council Seeks Local Tender for Mortuary

Benalla Borough Council urges local men to tender for the mortuary project. Dr F A Cook MLA notes timely completion and hopes for a reasonable bid with no further delays. Mayor Dr Gey stresses the town’s need for the building and its importance to the community.

Benalla F. A. Cook M.L.A Gey Moete

Two Shires to Share Road Repairs

The engineer reported on planned road repairs and improvements across multiple shires, noting inspection with Dr Crilly and Dr aowell of Violet Town. Projects include sealing, culverts, regrading, and graveling on roads such as Thus road, Wilton Swamp, Theona Boweya, Greta, Winton Lurg, Gardiner, Bock Creek, Tarnock, and Harris’s Road, with septic tank approvals also recommended.

Benalla Stowes’ Road Violet Town RO Anderson Crilly Aowell Tophrop Inngineer North Winton Presenit Othemoat Wilton Swamp Theona-Boweya Theona C.R.B Dave Gen Hade CRM Tarnock Road Othe Betdaginriie Mallobee Roll and Burnese Harris's

Club Games Showcase and Pennant Result Summary

Saturday games featured Veal and Whimpey with mixed rinks triumphs and Gardiner plus Nichole W. Monds in wins. Pennant match favored by 87 to 52 as Grubb and Wang led key showdowns, with skippers Stephens and others contending for the four. List of players includes Beer Sayers Biddle Purge McCabe Graham Bourke Tipps.

Mess T. Veal Whimpey Free Gardiner Nichole W. Monds Mien McCabe Stephen Graham, Bourke Tipps

Glenrowan Cross Alteration Vote Stalls Rail Plan

The Glenrowan council discusses railway alignment changes for a pedestrian crossing. The Railways Leva Committee notes the crossing would require heavy expenditure and extensive facilities, delaying potential access and pedestrian safety improvements.

Railways Leva Committee Mecampaunet Koe Mobile Club Glenrowan Ton

Festival Thanks Note From Benslls Band President

A letter from E K President expresses gratitude for the community support at the Gardens festival held on Sunday. He acknowledges many contributors and extends thanks for their efforts and encouragement.

Wieken Te Gardens Benslls Band

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