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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1951
Page
4
A garbled report describes Australian frogs, their burrowing or surface-dwelling habits, and unusual specimens found near Queensland and Argoland areas. It mentions magnesia inflations, water sources, and colonial mining context with references to local figures and natural curiosities.
Port Douglas reports a hot dry spell after recent rains, with rain needed most in the farming area. The town area remains calm as conditions persist. a steady flow of sugar ships from the port, totaling over 12 300 tons so far.
A local Port school morning programme featured senior and junior sand gardens with original ideas. Prizes were awarded to senior L Ashford and M Ferrun, junior C Buch ardaun and Y Bowen. Parents enjoyed refreshments while children performed dances and songs. The program included meals, musical numbers, and a prize distribution for attendees.
In Mareeba District December notes report on the Tomacco factory holidays from December 2 to 5 for annual leaf review and factory upgrades including brick leaf store and production increases. Widespread personal movements in Towneville and surrounding areas are listed with visitors and travel between Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane, and Mossman, reflecting holiday schedules and social visits.
Agricultural notes discuss silage crops for dairy farms amid dry weather, noting continued planting prospects with rains delayed. Also covered are mango harvesting tips emphasizing careful hand-picking and different climb methods to reach high fruit, including ladder and elevated truck platforms.
The Agriculture Branch outlines a home composting method using household waste and garden soil. It details stacking layers of material, moisture control, lime and iron fork inputs, and slow rolling water treatment to produce mature humus over about ten months.
A meeting of the Innisfail Chamber hears that McKay urged the council to address native fauna on the Palmerston Highway with concern over birds slated for removal. The press notes widespread public attention to the issue and local debate about wildlife protection.
Atherton Goulety district notes a December 71 meeting with 12 members attending. Winners listed for calendar flower and special flower events. Discussion of decorative class. candidates named. Society plans a summer show and an auction inviting members to bring guests.
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