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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 26, 1948

Page

3

Eden Port Development Could Open Up Western Territory

Victorian Minister for Transport Mr Kent Hughes said in remarks last night that a suggested agreement for Eden port development would unlock undeveloped country in North Gippland and New South Wales. He urged Eden to become the counterpart of Portland in the western district, noting a £4 million modern port project already underway and arguing Eden’s growth could boost national wealth.

Kent Hughes Jas Eden Raat Gippeland Portland Weaterm

Eden port development plans sparked by Victoria inquiry

Acting Premier Mr Bandeley stated Premier Hollway urged a royal commission to inquire into proposals for Eden port and hinterland opening. Three options cited include Falben port development with hinterland plan, Falben Victoria development with NAW approval, and potential new state with Falben as capital, relying on constitutional consent and majority approval.

Sydney Victoria Mr Hollway Han Kaen Baddeley Wald Commonwealth

STATE LOTTERY SYDNEY WIDNESDAY DRAW

Lottery No. 4707 drawn today with principal prizes listed. Syndicate names include W Pirat price No abe and “Lek rat” prize No w82 with Sue Find syndicate led by A Morris on King Street Mascot. Third prize No 67782 “Toro vette” syndicate H Lees CPO agency. Fifth price No 41572 “Fist Battery” syndicate A Open Blaxland and Eastwood. Crown recontainer No 1708 referenced.

Sydney Widnesday Pirat Price Abe Lekrat Prise Sue A. Morrison King Street Mascot Mra J. McKenai Traffiger Street Annandal Perse Torovette

Chiefs of Staff Meet in London Under Brusels Treaty

The Foreign Office said five signatory powers held routine Chiefs of Staff meetings in London yesterday under the Brusels Treaty terms.

London Foreign Office

Tornado Strikes Frankton New Zealand Causing Destruction

An elderly man and a 6-year-old were injured as a tornado struck Frankton Junction near Auckland, tearing roofs from shops and lifting a house, with hundreds reported homeless. Army and police rushed to the scene as power and communications were disrupted and a rocket mast toppled. A Lockheed Lodestar with a Royal Air Force party nearly collided with debris, but escaped unharmed.

Aucklend Army Trtra Buble Aaten Forre Tormuda Bese Lake Road Mtr Brasery Uve Napier Busiiveae Thany Huhdredy Sayn Ie New Zealanda

Mr Brown Elected Apex President At Canberra Club

Mr Brown, a former Apex fan at Albury, was elected president of the Canberra Apex Club. Other officers included Rev G K Armstrong, Dr Ken Hipatey, Movara, Baninett, W Iven, A Watson, J Dean, with remarks on ABER convention and Apex deals amid a brief address.

R. Brown Apex Albury West Night Canberra G. K Armatrong Ken Hipatey Movara F Baninett W. Iven A Watson J. Dean Mipatey Bowini Watson AP Camidy Dineusseil Jleals Ape

Claim For Traine Racehorse Hearing In Sydney

In Sydney on a Wednesday William Warrick Chatte of Kingsford began a district court action over 207 pounds from Frederick William Stevenw for a fee tax related to a racehorse claim. The inquiry transcript was discussed, with Justice Yates noting potential to produce a single transcript and adjournment set to a later date.

Sydney William Warrick Chatte Kingsford Frederick Wm. Stevenw Sydnay Raveharne Richard Martin Yates AWLC Camere Vdge Holden Maid Ie Graer

New Buses Planned for Canberra

Delivery of 22 buses to Canberra will commence next month to replace aging vehicles and support extended services. The plan aims to improve transport coverage with new routes and a modern fleet, though full service expansion awaits completion of ongoing extension work and regulatory approvals.

Canberra Perr

Save the Children Fund Holda Meeting And Appeals

An article details a Save the Children Fund meeting and collections involving about 300 knitters, with contributions from departments and independent volunteers. It notes donations to London headquarters and plans by affiliated groups to distribute aid, naming individuals and organizations connected to the campaign.

Eyorsa Garmenta Lola Aline Benora Givie Grammy Sahu Meir I Rene Cay

Reconstruction work proposals at Canberra Golf Club

The Canberra Golf Club plans extensions and furnishings costing about 9400 pounds. President W D McDonald leads a long list of officers and committee members. The report notes restrictions for the next Easter tournament, rising club membership, and a proposed bowling green deferred due to building costs.

Hoya Janberra Golf Club Wo D McDonald C.H Magniatt al McKinnon C. Br.erekon Robertson Shepherd A. A. Tregear Rot Whyte JG. Davies Mayera Hs Trcreaca BUL

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