Employment Pattern and Labour Shortages in Australia
The Cairns Post outlines persistent labor shortages across states, with industry upheaval from postwar adjustments. It stresses the need for better employment services, improved transport and supply chains, and incentive schemes to curb rising prices while urging management and workers to cooperate for stable wages and productive output.
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Nepean
Viadey
Rome
Ward Ponte Spreal
Australia
WARM TO SULTRY CONDITIONS AND FOG LIMITS
A fragmented weather note describes warm to sultry conditions spreading across southeast Queensland and nearby areas with thundery activity expected. It notes scattered showers, humidity, and regions like Gunierste and Minto cited in reports, with mentions of winds and unsettled forecasts through a sequence of days.
SkurriNG MOVE MENTS SORTER QUEENSLAND roars
Fragmentary OCR text mentions dates in January and February with names and events. The readable items reference Skurring move ments sorter in Queensland and a sequence of dates including January 13 January 16 January 24 and a Sunday. No clear incident or outcome is evident.
Sickness in Cattle Brisbanes Advice on Dipping
An Acting Secretary for Agriculture and Stock in Brisbane warns stock owners about cattle sickness linked to dipping sprays and dips. He notes fever and mortality rises in calves and urges careful use of BHC dipping preparations, avoiding dipping in hot days and ensuring proper dilution and timing to reduce harm.
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Brisbane
Garotaily
Directong
Shin
Inter
Wo Moore
Fiat
Moore
Eveardud
Mra Moore
Fodder Conservation Discussion Highlights Central Debate
The report outlines a session on fodder conservation noting which practices are effective and how machinery and papers impact distribution. Major engineers and officials discuss the role of central storage and feed handling with emphasis on reliability versus cost.
Adelaide Company Ships More Vessels for Tasman Trade
The Adelaide Company ships additional vessels from Evans machine yard in Bristol to service the trans Tasman route via Whyalla. The fleet expansion includes a new steamer to be sent next, with plans for more ships and added cargo capacity announced for the near term.
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Adelneo
Per
Mieien
Twaavle
Evans Ieahine
Bristane
Whyalla
Weisidle Steamanip Company
Bere Family Memoriams and Tributes Readied
Bere and Belt families, grieving, receive heartfelt condolences and tribute messages from relatives and friends. Cards and messages of sympathy honor the deceased, while community members express sorrow and offer support during the mourning period.
Memorial notices honoring Adele and Harven
Fragmentary obituary notes recall Adele and Harven with loving family tributes. Messages mention January dates, memory keepsakes, and bereaved relatives, including daughters and kin, in a condensed local notice format. The text preserves names and familial ties while omitting full event details.
Cairns Meat Supply Pressures Ease Amid Holiday Strains
Townsville operators report temporary shop closure for repairs while Cairns market sees relief from Cooktown and Townsville shipments. Fresh meat shortages persist as several retailers warn of limited staff and rising prices. forecast suggests continued tight supplies into the week.
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Cairns
Cooktown
Townsville
Tassville
Cairne
Wiliam
Rockhampton cattle shortage hits beef supply
In Rockhampton the district reports a severe cattle shortage tied to price shifts and drought effects. Butchers fear long delays and note some cattle are underweight, with recovery hoped as backcountry herds improve, aiding local slaughter capacity and fuel supply resilience.
Desperate Bundaberg Meat Crisis Amid Fire and Weather Reports
In Bundaberg a confusing report hints at meat shortages and customer demands while a bushfire near Lend Street threatens nearby properties. The Weather Office logs a 4 maximum and 9 minimum readings with rising humidity. A shark sighting near Cairns waters alarms fishermen. Central Hotel changes hands in Cairns, with plans for a private bar and large new restaurant space. Abbott Street in Cairns faces flooding risk and council seeks weather bureau cooperation for accurate forecasts. The piece blends local turmoil, fires, weather data, and business shifts across Far North Queensland.
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Central Hotel
Stre
Vane of Mackss
Cairne
Wits Hotel
Mackay
North Queensland
Lane
Rales
Surfer Rescued After Shark Sighting Near Brisbane
A surfer was perilously near a shark off Brisbane as rescuers and onlookers watched. The incident occurred around noon with bystanders reporting a midriff of danger and the man sustaining minor injuries before being assisted to safety. Local authorities investigated the shark activity while weather services noted calm conditions and a slight breeze in the area.
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Brisbane
Sam
Queensland hotel tariffs rise 15s and 20s weekly
The Prices Commissioner announced increases in Queensland hotel tariffs across about 1200 licensed hotels. Hotels under 25s per day gain 3s daily or 15s weekly, while those at 25s or more gain 4s daily or 20s weekly. About 95 percent of hotels fall under the lower rate, with Brisbane and South Coast properties mostly in the higher bracket.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Fullagar Oaids
South Coast
No Cut Rates For Families Ad Claims Higher Prices
Fragmented text reports plans for universal price increases across hotels lodging and theatres. Officials, including Putlager and Follneay, cite adjustments by age and a 34 cent rise for adult admission. child prices to be pegged to nearest penny. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Bow
Ries
Rata
Follneay
Caine Ae
Defence regulations challenged in Sydney ruling
A Sydney court refused Fractal Treasurer to issue 1128 shares to form a joint manufacturing ministry in Australia with an English company to raise further capital. The plan sought to create a defence related industry with Australian aims tied to imperial preferences and defence provisions.
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Sydney
Jen
Iine
Australia
Fe & Curler Todustries Ltd
Boy Rescued After Log Drifting on Lake Rescue
A drifting log carried a boy for hours on a lake before rescuers reached him. Windy conditions and a leaky boat hampered crews as they battled waves to pull the child from danger. The incident occurred near Ballarat as rescuers triaged the scene and ensured the boy’s safety.
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OW Lake
Zen Smnte
Bop Chun
Sleoot Lake
Eermenth
Cesnie
Ram
Wrodouree
Boilaret
Heimer
Ervey
Winderen
Ton Ballarat
Buried Under Tons of Superphosphates
A man and an injured co worker were buried under a 30 foot spoil heap at a Gooporaten works site near Newcastle. Frederick Thomas Cressy of Speers Point led the rescue with Frank Youngerberry foreman as a tractor driver. Six men assisted in freeing Cressy who was admitted to hospital about two hours later.
Excise Revenue Increase Reported For Half Year
Revenue figures show a six month period ending December 31 with excise income at 104 million pounds, far above the prior year’s 7.39 million pounds. The document notes examiners' figures and highlights stronger tax receipts.
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Umak Uke
Rain Shortage Hits Cane Areas Across Gardenville Region
Dry spell threatens cane fields from Gardenvale to surrounding districts as farmers await relief. Heavy rainfall would help stabilize crops in the short term, with continued drought risk if rain lags behind. Widespread arid conditions loom over Muigrers and nearby towns, threatening yields and prompting calls for timely showers to avert further losses.
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Leoker
Aera
Renee Wether
Sabinda
Innisfail
Gardenvale
Four New Year Babies Reported at Calvert County
Four babies were born in Calvert County as the new year began. The report notes births at area hospitals with earliest newborns welcomed by families and medical staff.
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Caiaran
New Year's Bay
Calvert Pet Vast
Tremors Hit Mundubners-Budsvold District Near University
Reports confirm three earthquakes struck Mundubners-Budsvold district near Gileeestane University. Scientists note the eighth tremor in a pattern linked to a long running land deal worth about 153 sullion, shaking structures and prompting emergency checks.
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Brusbane
Osea Ones
Indiefes
Gileeestane University
Mundubners-Budsvold
Ghisenai
Snd
Food production step up in global scheme report
Jan. 2 report from Sydney quotes Agriculture Secretary Gar WW discussing possible compulsion to boost food production. He notes debates within agricultural committees backed by legislation and cautions such measures may not be universally accepted. The piece mentions winter housing and potential reductions in farm outputs affecting Australia and overseas methods.
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Sydney
Enetana Gosia
Grensiana
Calis
Queensland
Beth Wan
Agriculturst
Bell
Aus
Expanding-Manoors and Lichers CaxFED Process Update
A damaged OCR summary describes a factory expansion for handling mangled produce with large gem ar and “E Mer” mention. It details new conveyors, sealing methods, and automated lines to reduce waste in peeling pine, with references to timers, cans, belts, and improved efficiency gains.
Substantial Demand For Wool In Australia Predicted
Canberra reports the Bureau of Agriculture and Economies forecasts steady substantial demand for Australian wool in the near future. It notes a deficit trade balance depends on wool export value, cites a favorable previous year, and expects limited price surges but continued strong demand if supply is constrained and UK textile demand remains pivotal.
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Canberra
Bureau of Agriculture and
Baren
Australia
United Kingdom
Bulk grain handling test to occur at Port Alms
A bulk grain handling trial will take place Monday at Port Alms. The freighter Ratela will load approximately ten thousand tons from Geensland British Food Corporation properties in central west. A specially designed mechanical elevating system will lift grain from wheel wagons and transfer it to the ship Nola to test improved handling methods and to overcome shortages.
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Roceamezun
Sen
Gyein Sanghur
Ratela
Geensland British Food Corporation
Central “West
Nola
Uhr
Gympie Butter Production Declines at Local Co Op Factory
In Gympie the Wide Bay Co-Op butter factory reports output of 200 tons, down from 390 tons in November and 1.5 thousand in December. The Conroy Factory shows a separate figure of 51256%R, while November and December previews total 184,180 and ? are noted, reflecting fluctuating dairy production.
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Gympie
Dutter
Grmple
Wide Bay Co-Op
Dairs
Amos Fantas Moni
Laxest
Deceener
Surpur Gincy
Dever der
Conroy
Mackay Tocrily Reserve Opened
Mackay January 7 The City Launeits new Tour ramping reserve was opened with water electricity street lighting firewood and fire places provided. Council Nepdlani Win collects efforts to maintain the reserve.
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Mackay
Teday
Tne
Nepdlani
Blood Serum Programme Aims at Brisbane Headquarters
Dr Le Breton said Queensland service HQ awaits Federal equipment to accelerate the programme for treatment of serum jaundice and blood serum destruction. The service notes increased demand and eyeing shipments from the Federal Government amid limited local outbreaks.
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Sirvesoe Uf
Ate
Brisbane
le Baton
Queensland
Service
Blosd
le Breton
Australie
Imad
Chemical producers in Australia plan expanded chemical outputs
Sydney January 2 reports Colomat Sayer Refining Co Ltd announced plans to merge with Dist Me Company LM of Great Britain to boost chemical interests in Australia. CSR Chemists Pay Ltd and others hold stakes, with full production targeted by end of 1982 including acetone and other solvents and a rayon plastic chemical line.
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Sydney
Jan
Sayer Refining Co. Ltd
Great Brieould
CSR
Aur
Salta
Thayere
Halaer
Robert Corte Puy Ltd
Chemicals Po Ltd
Plastic
Union Support for Recruiting Effort Reported
Ambiguous OCR text notes union backing for recruiting, mentioning unnamed entities and unclear locations. Key details and proper names are illegible, hindering precise identification of people or organizations involved.
New Australian Shot Dead Mystery in Brisbane
Fragmented OCR reports a deadly incident in Brisbane with detectives involved. A man named Jones allegedly heard a shot in a kitchen, finding a rifle nearby and a victim unidentified. Names and details are garbled, but the event suggests a homicide inquiry underway.
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Brisbane
Kanesroa
N. Jones
Tragedy Near Maryborough Man Struck by Branch
A man was fatally injured near Maryborough when a heavy branch fell from a tree. He was taken to Maryborough General Hospital after the incident and died shortly after arrival from head injuries. A post mortem is to be conducted.
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Maryborough
Manyborough
Sun
Ander Jensen
Maryborough General Hospital
Tadar
Jena
Ellie
Fragmentary notice from Canberra dates unclear
An unclear OCR snippet mentions Canberra and a person named Francis with references to complaints and conditions but the text is garbled. Names, dates, and specifics are not readable, leaving only scattered fragments of what may be a complaint or legal notice.
Americans on Way Defeated Dav Cup Team in Sydney
chaotic OCR fragment mentions Tony Trabert and Ted Selfoe..., Jack Raber, Hans Hoon, Seixas, and Australian Davis Cup captain. notes about Americans losing to Australian team in Sydney with references to players and coaches. chaotic tone suggests a sports brief on a Davis Cup result with key names scattered across the text.
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Tony Trabert
Ted Selfoeser
Benvoeter
Tekale Sternaterais
Weedy E
Trane Enroedar
Srenaurrcaplain
Jack Raber
Ube
Capain Manuwer
Hans Hoon
Bush fires cause widespread damage in Queensland region
The report details extensive bushfire damage across rural Queensland with multiple towns affected, rain complicating firefighting, and officials noting a large portion of land impacted. It mentions local statements about damage, weather influence, and ongoing assessment of the affected areas.
Free Insurance for Lifesavers in Washington Area
Fragmented text notes a proposed or discussed free life insurance for lifesavers in Sydney and Washington area. Mentions committees, insurers, and coverage aims with unclear specifics and partial quotes.
Funeral for Former Minister Ss Held At Briar An
A funeral service was conducted today for the former minister Ss at Briar An. Church leaders and political figures including Archbishop Lule and Attorney General Mb Le Leomber attended the graveside ceremony with ministers Yor Mince and Pether Do Rairbke present.
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Prau Kiephen
Ibeemmier
Mb le
Mackay Obituary Recalls Long Teaching Career in Iake District
The obituary notes Mackay a long time teacher at Ghenella State School, serving around 39 years. Survived by his widow with a funeral held early in Tu Seanad. District context and Education lp 1800 referenced.
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MacKay
Fee Wippans
Seanad
Ghenella State
Ty Chiere
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