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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1950
Page
3
Charity ball at S E C shows elaborate decorations and home made supper. Carl Gervasoni orchestra provided music. B McCulloch presided with M Shal lue as secretary and J Mackerell as treasurer. Proceeds benefit local kindergarten and Benalla Hospital Appeal.
The Country Heads Board approved erecting stands on main roads to collect cream from dairy farms aiming to keep unsafe or unsightly structures out. Council’s engineer to decide on stand locations with possible adjustments. Mr. Anderson will review existing stands for compliance.
Benalla West officials approve repairs on Margaret Street after Monday meeting. Councillor E R Williams highlighted dangerous sections between Bridge and Crofton avenues used by heavy log trucks, urging urgent work to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety.
The council will have an engineer examine a misaligned footpath after Dr Talochino noted the issue. The mayor and council discussed potential land purchase for necessary adjustments and will receive a formal investigation report.
Benalla Estate housing project moves forward after Borough Council meeting. The Housing Commission sought footpath level and channeling details and promised to contribute towards the work. The council agreed to provide immediate action on the requested particulars.
Benalla Shire councillors decided at Monday's meeting to write to the Borough Council to confirm ongoing interest in establishing a free library for the district. The proposal had been held in abeyance but may be revived now.
A traveling trainer from Guile Headquarters arrived in Benalla on Tuesday in June and was met by the District Commissioner. The report mentions meetings with local officials and travel details to Melbourne the following Friday morning.
The meeting reviewed regulations and considered obtaining a model copy from Norracon as guidance. Engineer Mr Pawekens noted limited options, while Benniison and Cavayiit Laat emphasized procedural viability and the need for a usable form.
After a discussion at Monday’s meeting the Borough Council plans to define a tree planting scheme across Boric. Officials indicated support for a uniform programme with broad public backing and a focus on local environmental improvement.
A rough report notes a request from The Cowouey Foonds Hourd to Lie Benalla Silve Cound about road work near Toomulinge. Engineer Mr Anderson briefed councillors on Monday about proposed landholder details and quarterly orders, with CRM advised for the council.
An application by Mr. G Noonan to erect a no parking sign within 30 feet of his Pine Petrol pump at his Bridge Street garage was tabled at the Monday night council meeting pending an engineer’s report. The engineer Me Prawester will inspect and report at the next meeting.
A Benalla Rule Clan member led with 0 points in a three stage rifle event at Westacott with scores across ranges for many shooters. Winners and ties emerged as clubs prepare for next Saturday’s season heat while attendance remains uncertain for some participants.
A film night sponsored by the CWA and the Save the Forests Campaign will be held at Memorial Pall on a Friday evening. The event promises several film showings including the CCWA Chad Garten Party and the M 'Greaiye CWA exhibition, with local residents urged to attend.
The Benalla Borough Council on Monday confirmed a committee recommendation to accept the assessor Donald Leighs statement and schedules for distributing assets between the Shire and Borough, pending legal checking of property tithes. The mayor said no word had yet arrived on Shire acceptance of the draft agreement.
Borough councillors on Monday evening debated the trough at Benalla Bridge. Dr A Gourley urged action on a disused area filled with rubbish bottles. Council considered asking the works foreman to inspect and repair the trough now, despite objections about its usefulness. The engineer noted the area is Crown Lands, Widee Ma property.
Fragmentary OCR text shows local officials and committees discussing a proposed garbage tip. Names and roles are garbled but indicate ongoing municipal debate about location and approval processes.
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