Save the Forests Campaigns Plans Sixteen Tree Species For Winter Planting
The Save the Forests Campaign led by Mr N H Mac Neill targets half a million trees planted this winter by volunteers on public reserves and private owners. Sixteen species are available including pines oaks catalpa eucalyptus and cedars. Government will provide trees free for community plantings approved by councils and Forests Commission. District committees exist in multiple towns with more forming. private property owners pay for their trees. Enquiries go to district committees municipal councils or the Save the Forests Campaign secretary.
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Save the Forests
N. H. MacNeill
Forests Commission
Ararat
Ballarat
Beechworth
Benalla
Broadford
Fern Tree Gully
Glenelg
Forests Commission, Melbourne Co
Y W C A Appeals for Country Centres and Training College
The Y W C A seeks 10000 pounds to establish hostels and residential clubs for girls in decentralised industries and those returning from service. The plan includes a training college to elevate domestic worker status and expand youth leadership training as wartime needs persist. The appeal follows strong support from the Country Women's Association and praise from Mrs Grenfell and Queen Elizabeth.
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Y.W.C.A
Country Women’s Association
Melbourne
W.ca
Mrs Grenfell
Counry
England
Lady Gowrie
Y.W.C.A. of
Australia
W.C.A
Replanting the Orchard
Horticultural officers of the Victorian Department of Agriculture explain that fruit trees have an age beyond which they cease profitable bearing. Longevity varies by species and growing conditions with apricots, citrus and other fruits showing differing lifespans. Factors include diseases, soil and cultivation practices.
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Victorian Department of Agriculture
Matildas Surprise Japs in Bougainville Landing
During the South West Pacific war the Royal Australian Air Force used four Boomerangs to provide a three hour noise barrage that masked the secret landing of Matilda tanks on Bougainville. Pilots Reg Smith J B McLean Alan Windmill and Ken Bailey kept up the din while supporting tank assaults and repelling Japanese defenses near Slater's Knoll.
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Royal Australian Air Force
File Bay
Northern Command
Bougainville
Solomons
Reg Smith
Launceston
Tasmania
J. B. McLean
Camberwell
Victoria
Alan Windmill
Essendon
Ken Bailey
Mosman
New South Wales
Slater's Knoll
Royal At Air Force
Representation on Wool Board Debate in Parliament
The Australian Country Party leader Mr Face criticizes misrepresentation of public opinion on Wool Board representation. Mr Fadden backs Abbotts and Dame Enid Lyons as the two bodies press for equal or broader representation to reflect states and both organisations beyond sheep ownership.
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Aee
Country Party
Face
House of Representatives
Fadden
Abbott
C.P
N.S.W
Enid Lyons
Tasee
St Aes Australian Wool Board
Hs Australian ‘Oolgrowers
Counc
Australian Wood Producer’ Federation
Civilian Occupation Survey Drives War Time Data
Prime Minister Curtin announced civilians aged 14 and over must complete an occupation survey card for new ration books. Cards, nine questions, are available at post offices nationwide and due with ration book application on June 2 and 3.
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Curtin
Australia
New Zealand
Commonwealth
Patt
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Bluebird’ Cafe
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