Radio prevention measures boost fire region towns
At the regional fire meeting Benalla and Wangaratta groups discussed radio network expansion to follow this year’s fire season. Regional officers said radio proved vital in Tamnick fire avoiding panic and keeping bases connected between Benalla police and Powell Street. The plan includes equipping regional officers and linking agencies to improve communication and reduce equipment costs.
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Joie
Dion
Jones
Devalle
Wangaratta
Benalla
Powell Street
J. Brock Sala
Tamnick
Pan
R Parentut
Brock
CEA
Ional
Aerie
Shire Finances Raise Concern At Council Meeting
Bright Shire Council members voiced concern over financial position and staff conduct at the last meeting. Councillors ordered reports from the secretary and engineer on finances and employee merits, with possible dismissal discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Financia
Bright Shire Council
Former Benalla Man Dies in Vehicle Collision
Lance Wagner 4v of Tyler Street Preston and formerly of Benalla died from injuries after a car and a bus collided during heavy rain. Passenger John Hayden 33 died in hospital from a fractured skull. his father William 61 remains in critical condition with skull and rib fractures.
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Lance Wagner
Tyler Street
Preston
Benalla
Wagner
Riverview Road
John Hayden
Hayden
William
Welcome Rain Falls District Totals Report May Weather
Rainfall totals recorded across the district for May show several sites with notable totals. AL Moryullah reported 250 points, Warrenbayne 230, St. James 136, while the week’s three day total reached 173 points.
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Im Penana
Bagn
Ah Pines
AL Moryullah
Warrenbayne
St. James
Square Dancing Popular In Benalla
Square dancing grows in Benalla with sessions at Shire Hall. The Benalla Square Dance Club met to plan fundraising for the Police Boys Club and swimming projects. Ian Robeson elected president. committee members named. nights to continue weekly. Callers’ costs cited as major expense.
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Benalla
Shire Hall
En Say
Nenalla Square
Police Boys
Ian Robeson
K. Turee Everesary
T. Putt Treasure
Misgus
Rebbectl
M. Kelly
J. Oliver
G. Wrytien
Fo Rebboeht
Wallace
G. McKay
Tlw
Apex Chis
Police Boys’ Club
Squire Dance Committee
Devenish Covents
Goorambat
Longtime Cookie Co-Op manager W. EB Witz bid farewell
Mr. W. EB Witz who had managed Koreat D jf the Major Co-Op Cookie for 34 years and his wife were given a full farewell by numerous friends. The event highlighted their deep involvement in local sports groups and other activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Eb, Witz
Cookie
Buttered
Benalla Weekly Market Report Shows Price Rise
Market at Benalla saw higher prices across sheep and cattle with strong demand. Reports mention Merino wethers up to 4503/3 and notable activity from buyers including local firms and brokers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Wenalla
Turalay
Steen
Mercantile Town and Finance Cr Ltd
Rej
Goudie
Rod Pawely
Rai
Arsveyil
Victorias Phornce Jt Ltd
A. Altel Niall
Dore
Parkignon
Leicester
Teothpans
Ken McPherman
Damage At Beir Standish Property Requires Repairs
Readable fragments describe damage on a property owned by Beir Standish connected to a pipeline project. Damage assessment notes broken wires and a damaged goat, with repairs and safety concerns following an incident reported by witnesses. The text references a trust and ongoing work by an energy entity.
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Aargtina House
Jdetstien
Margaret Lawfund
Lansely
Flex O'Donne
Mire
Siena
Corea Hive Valley
Wetuade Watreworthn Trust Canomiehiners
Enqiirer
Mehiner Power
Tery Pal
Mgr. Beir Standish
Whitch
Bern
Keyes
Ove Tewst Ty
Guy
Sitatie
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Tor Radio
Benalla Hite
Nhe
Wwetween
Wingarsita
Trent
Shire Finances
Ilman and
Baldwin
Biometrist
Opticians
Cartier Street
Carly
Peta
Wednnesday
Wearite
Carrier Street
Thomas White
Australia House
London
Sion
Thioved
Torarnable
CO OF. 00, Ltd
Bridge Street
Friendship Club
Vorrr
Lee Reades
Sid
Stimvy
Telerau Ialy
Aliens
Harold Glide
Tenalla
Glide
Best
John G. Short & Co
Nunn Street
MR. Cakebread
Melbourne
Neeld and Farrell
Frigidaire & Bendix Sales and Service
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