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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1945
Page
7
Canberra October 31 The Minus said today that under the demobilisation plan 1370 personnel would be released to civilian life this month. Further details indicate most will pass through 8 squadron and related postings as part of the RAAF demobilisation.
A successful euchre party and dance was held in the local hall last Saturday to aid the Babinde Memorial Hall. Fallon’s orchestra provided music, with prizes awarded to Mrs. Mackney and Mr. O’Brien for the monte carlo waltz and to Mr. Flynn and Mr. Citing for the euchre event. Several local residents were noted as attendees and guests at various gatherings the past week.
Babinda Shire Council discussed forming a committee to arrange Peace Day events at the Mulgrave reserve. The meeting approved funding and appointed a chairman and secretary, with two members from each division to join. A Down Parade and annual reunion were proposed, and Fire Brigade Board minutes noted equipment and water main issues.
The proceedings include a public ceremony in Cooper's Mall with a social evening and community singing. Volunteers will oversee children activities and games while stalls offer refreshments and a charity drive. Committee members P Devitt and aides organize the program, seeking public cooperation for a successful gathering.
At the Cook Shire meeting on September 6 chairman Sampson presided. The council approved a rate levy on all rateable land and discussed repairs to Mt Poverty Road Shipton’s Flat and other works. Amendments and delegations to divisional representatives were noted, with ongoing work on bridges, drainage, and public facilities. The assistant superintendent warned about stock routes funding and the Normanby Tin Company and Andrews Company were addressed regarding outstanding rates and road repairs.
The governor expresses deep gratitude to the organizers and team for arranging a tour that allowed him to meet children and travel without hardship. He notes the delightful center's improving beauty and amenities and thanks those who ensured a safe journey and warm reception.
October 2 report that Czechoslovakia officially recognizes the Romanian government and agrees to exchange ministers. The action signals a shift in regional diplomacy and may affect ties with neighboring states.
Report from Ingham notes a week of crushing with two incidents of bites during factory screening. Hamed Ama and Girgent WD were treated after injuries to left and right feet respectively. Process notes mention safety, fire prevention, and ongoing crop handling with December timelines and production rates around 10.4 tons per week.
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