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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1944
Page
4
A damaged report from Riverina warns drought conditions endanger sheep as fodder shortfalls and stalled trade leave graziers unable to feed livestock. Local authorities foresee mass starvation without rain and note limited truck access for fodder imports.
A boy who left home three years ago spent his 17th birthday at a house with Willis Nisom, who has traveled thousands of miles. He has been torpedoed in the Atlantic and endured an air raid shelter in Liverpool and a heavy bomb in New Death.
Public phones policy aims to cover costs via private subscriptions and improve bus signage while transport officers seek practical signage and luggage service ideas. Housing problems highlighted include delays in postwar construction, uneven planning, and the need for better two to three bedroom layouts and playgrounds, with calls for council input and a housing survey.
The group elected leaders and planned a special camp at Belmont in November. Scouts engaged in patrol leadership, badge classes, and training led by Mr. Macalister and Captain Rees. Recent outings included wide games, bridge building, bike hikes, and fire-fighting drills, with emphasis on teamwork, mapping, first aid, and knot work. Parents urged to support badge achievement and join weekend activities at Skip's place.
Thousands of marbles spilled from a barrel during the One State Lottery drawing in Sydney causing a suspension the first time in 18 years. After a three quarters of an hour cleanup, draws resumed with a full set of marbles from the Premier's Department. Top prizes listed include first No 47008 to Bony syndicate Albert Carter Propert Street Kogarah and others to follow.
A special committee in Sydney reviews the Birds and Animals Act to modernize the law. The chief secretary Mr Neymala outlines creating reserves, fencing of traded animals, and appointing a commission to oversee wildlife protection.
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