North Queensland a Workers Paradise for Weekends
A writer extols North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef as an ideal weekend escape for cane workers and others. He praises the accessible highways, tropical scenery, and hospitable people from Mackay to Cairns, highlighting Dunk Island, Green Island, Hinchinbrook Channel, and Proserpine. The piece argues the region offers health, beauty, and life quality beyond mere money, urging relocation for better living conditions.
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Tony Tormila
Linary
Mathes
Australis
Queensland
Tauntair
Barrer Reef
Zungella Eange Jurale Mackay
Cairns
Teope
Milmland
Hinchinbrook
Wlan
Proserpine
Hele Sen
Caine
PaciMe
Dhan Fine
North Queenstana
Australia
Graspiog
War changes in Australia and its economic effects
Canberra reports shift in wartime conditions with rising national debt and building curtailments. Article notes authorities increased war expenditures to March while building permits fall from 2,083,000 to 230,000 by April 1961. Employment figures show a drop in male workers and a rise in female employment as munition industries expand, with detailed statistics on wage earners and sector breakdowns.
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Canberra
Austrslis
Banka
Tbe
Abily Spence
Tina
Te Uupiski
Australia
Westie
Quesialand
Afar
North
Queens
Morte Ieee
Rome
Ot Inky Am
Portennae
Sidon
Merch Ld Lie¢com
Tnderwn
Reall Gade
Kovember Ubi
Starchaz
War-Time Manpower Dominates Public Service Shift
Debates on Wallace Wurth's push to mobilize labor for wartime industry shape public service policy. The piece notes a vast reorganizing drive, the creation of a centralized manpower bureau, and threats to civilian rights as the state directs workers into war production. It highlights labor shortages, civilian service mandates, and potential autocratic control under a national war effort strategy.
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Wallace Wurth
Wallace Worth
Wallace
Wis Lan
Man-power
Man
Gould
Gierne
Goninet
Bower
Tobacco industry plans for labour and fertiliser orders
A report discusses mean power questions among growers and aims to publish a basis for labour needs. It outlines acres to plant, fertiliser requirements, and approximate planting and harvesting dates. The Agriculture Minister notes transport difficulties but promises government power to fulfill orders. Appraisal dates shift from Melbourne to Brisbane, with further appraisals planned later in the year.
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Tebscca
Letyr
Tne
Bureau of Development
Brisbane
Melbourne
London News and Views on War Time Auctions
During War Ship Week dozens of readers report auction scenes at Colwyn Bay and Covent Market where sweets, pearl necklaces, and items raised substantial sums. The piece notes high bidding, notable bidders, and a broader wartime push against rationing and profiteering, plus reflections on public intellect and literature during the era.
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Colwyn Bay
Salem
London
Ayer
Baett
England
Momingu Norman
M. Waer
Royal Australian Air Force
Hattie
Port
Dvfine
Rete
Covent
Troma Indy
Fragmented OCR Text Hints at War Economy Shifts
The document discusses war effort constraints including labor, materials, and energy. It mentions declines in some industries and adjustments in production, with references to manpower shifts and scientific changes influencing synthetic processes and imports. The tone suggests a broad, period analysis of economic mobilization during wartime.
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Maleral
Pally Uyeniec
Vieblens
Droauces
Maveriale
Outaule
Wallace
How to Stop Mosquitoes Using GIS Sighting Tips
Practical notes on reducing mosquitoes by using GIS sighting methods. Explains quick actions to alert teams, stage barriers, and monitor standing water. Emphasizes rapid response to bring down larvae and adult populations. advises readers to employ local resources and community cooperation.
Fire at Atherton Atwertos Sparks City Alarm
Fire at Atherton sparked a city emergency on June 1 as crews battled flames at a multi unit building. The incident prompted evacuation and required the response of local authorities including the fire chief and safety officers. A προσπάny investigation followed to determine cause and any injuries.
Wartime era text about Gordonvale and Brisbane clues
Fragmented OCR text from Gordonvale News mentions names like Reid and Brvoe amid garbled phrases. References include Captain Fashokey arriving in Sendo yale by Tugertzy, teams, and a Brisbane connection. Details are unclear due to errors. no coherent event or date can be confirmed.
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Ereires
Rome
Fashokey
Sendo
Yale
Tugertzy
Maree BE
Egisior
Maris Te Sone
BP Yuesgay's
Brisbane
Weekend social and bridge event at local club described
The weekly bridge and euchre party drew attendees for a prize event with names including Mr Hunt Doncine, Mr Steadman, Mr Lewinster, and Mr Pyne Rareton. Medical notes referenced ambulance contact and a charity drive, with mentions of money raised and community figures.
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Deeral
Sitchen
Frea Hunt
Ocon Pura
A Steadman
Phe
Mewih Fries
Wisi Lewinster
Wayne
Qoumt
Valle Ana
Ald Gwerea
Fir Babinds
Prin TS Png
Lowa
Fema
Ina
Hunteymera
Gerdeavsie
War Medal Acknowledges Nurse’s Courage Under Fire
In a wartime report a nurse named Mrs Noble was injured but continued duties after debris struck. she endured shock and back injuries yet pressurized communications remained intact. The Briniah Empire Medal was awarded in recognition of her steadfast service during the bombardment.
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Brecon
Dasa
Beills Isles
Wenony Hermans
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