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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1952
Page
5
The council heard that the planned bathing complex is ready pending site work. A tender of £157 10s from J Fox was accepted to remove seven island trees and clear part of the area. The CFA urged continued grants from Rivers and Streams Fund and noted strong funds and a five year plan to expand the pool.
State survey for road material is being conducted by Shire Councils and the C R B to assess granular deposits within the municipal district. A letter to Benalla Shire requests the engineer report on local gravel deposits including sand and other materials suitable for roadmaking and cementing.
The Benalla Shire Council states it has not yet decided and will reply to the joint planning letter. The Borough plans action as soon as possible.
Ordinary council session produced a welter of road projects including Goulding's Lane Upper Lurg graveling to be done after Kilfeera road work, Upper Ryan's Creek Road, Vallander's Road from Dookie turn-off to Spink's property, and a broken culvert on the Tocumwal road. Weather permitting.
District Governor Ralph urged Rotary members at an inter town forum in Aubury to study rules and manuals to avoid misconceptions about education. Attendees from Wangaratta Bendigo Euroa Corona Albury and Benalla clubs discussed the Rotary tests Will it Build Goodwill and Better Friendships and Will it Be Beneficial to All Concerned. The event praised by L Provan and R Metsitan as an inspiring gathering and featured talks on service and vocational duty.
A letter to the council states the brigade was promised ten pounds for work time and petrol for tractors. The council approved payment but funds were not reserved. Engineer Mr Anderson recalls discussions but no record of payment. meeting refers the matter to the engineer and riding members for action.
Notices of motion set riding rates for the year. Mokoan 4d in the £ Warrenbayne 3d 6d in the £ Tatong 3d 3d in the £. Devenish riders to confer with the Engineer before a decision. Shire secretary Bates notes the 1948 valuation and 1954 potential new valuation under Local Government Act. Council resolves to take no action.
On Monday evening council discussed a trial of parking bays on the far side of the street. Dr Harrison reported bays in use and suggested improvements. Dr Pirtn proposed backing cars in as in New South Wales towns for easier exit. Dr Terrett wondered about wider streets, feared potential penanotation. The scheme was left to the engineer for final decision.
A new type of hearing aid promising to help many with hearing loss will be demonstrated at Kensie Audiphone Company on Sunday November 25 from 2.30 to 5.30 pm. Hard of hearing residents are invited to hear about the devices and may book appointments at Central Pharmacy, 1255 Bridge Street.
Local butchers must submit written applications to Benalla Shire Council for permission to use captive bolt methods or an approved electrical stunning instrument, with council copies sent to the Commission. One Benalla butcher already uses the captive bolt pistol.
A fragmentary report notes the council’s stance against a fire at the T bridge and references a CRB letter urging views on a short shift. President Dr. P. Mann and others express opposition, while supporters advocate lighting to deter summer hazards.
Local councillors including Warrenbayne members delayed plans as shire officials consider a bridge project. Residents worry about costs and feasibility while the council weighs options and next steps.
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