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Newspaper

Benalla Ensign

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jul 12, 1951

Page

7

Objection to Playground Site in Benalla Borough Council

Benalla Borough councillors discussed a petition opposing a proposed new playground site. The meeting adjourned the objection for reconsideration and potential use of Carter's clay hole or another tip area. Key figures questioned the site size and impact on growing housing, with several officials criticizing the triangular proposal.

Benalla Carter F R. Harnton Bt Magog Perguson

Polio case total reaches ten in district report

Report records now total of ten polio cases in the district since the start of the year. Health staff report ongoing surveillance and note the need for registration under the Health Act as investigations continue.

Successful Auction Of Moore Estate Allotments

Herbert Lecerr Wann and Co conducted a Friday sale of 13 residential allotments on the Moore Estate Riverview Road. Bids were strong with prices ranging from £5 to £17 9s per foot and an overall average near £347, signaling likely future home construction by several buyers.

Herbert Lecerr Wann and Co Moore Estate Riverview Road Mike Ousel Ules Moore Stree

Trouble Over Cattle Left in Saleyards

At a Benalla Shire Council meeting Dr. H Payne called attention to cattle left in saleyards 24 hours after sales. The secretary noted by law powers to impound and remove stock, with debate on whether 24 hours should be from sale start or finish. The issue was continued for further inquiry.

J Ferinuwon Benalla H. Payne Bates Dr. Payne Hossack Watson

Benalla Council Grants No Objection for Seed Cleaning Works

Benalla Borough councillors on Monday evening agreed to offer no objection to KK McPherson's seed cleaning works proposal. Engineer Fawckner consulted the senior aid inspector of Agriculture who advised that proper equipment must be installed to avoid fowstewier incidents.

Benalla KK. McPherson Fawckner Department If Agriculture

Repairs to Glenrowan Hall progress in Shire report

A report by health inspector Mr. F Watson to the Shire Council notes satisfactory repairs at Glenrowan Hall. It covers vaccination consent, food sample analysis, sanitary measures at Devenish, routine inspections of slaughteryards, market dues totaling £80 8s 11d for various livestock, and a rubbish tipping complaint on Kilfeera Road.

Glenrowan Hall F. Watson Watson Glenrowan Devenish Kilfeera Road Mr. Watson

Public offices move urged by council representative

Dr P F A Cook M L A told the Benalla Shire Council that a long discussed plan to relocate public offices should proceed with coordination in the town. He noted prewar costs of £16 000 and observed wartime delays and ongoing state office construction elsewhere, urging council representation and push for the project.

Benalla PF. A. Cook M.L.A Cr Cook

Returning Officers Named for Shire Elections

Returning officers for the Shire elections to be held next month were elected at Monday's meeting. The appointees are Drs. H. H. Wallace P. J. Wiedemann H. C. Payne and J. Crilly Nomination day was fixed for August 2.

Drs. H. H. Wallace P. J. Wiedemann H. C. Payne J. Crilly

Fat Bullocks Lead Gains at Benalla Market

George Robinson and Son held a fortnightly market at Benalla yards on Tuesday with strong demand for sheep and cattle. Prices ranged for fat cattle and vealers, with trades from Sims Cooper Pry Ltd and local firms. Next market set for July 17 with early entries invited.

George Robinson G. Robinson H. Williams J. Clarke G. Croxford E. Tolliday Mrs. G. Gordon Bull M. Buckley Wethers A. J. Rethus Lambs A. E. Davis Miss Gardiner L. Murphy F. Casey Doug. Wallace Hill Bros Robinson and Son

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