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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 16, 1952
Page
2
A. Thompson and B. Lowery sought permission to erect six cabins behind Park Beach Hall. The committee viewed the plan as progressive and a boost for holiday makers. If approved, construction would start for the summer, though the item was not on the Shire Council agenda.
Shire Councillors fretted over funding for works as Dr Bailey warned the position was bad. The president pressed the need for a one penny rate increase while Dr Timms queried the current progress.
Town organisations offered amenities to comfort, safety and enjoyment for visitors. Ladies' auxiliaries served thousands of meals at luncheon booths while early breakfasts were available. A Country Women's Association tent cared for babies with a crib. Mr W K Burns acted as compere, ably guiding the exhibition with strong support from Mr Ray Plunkett. District Ambulance provided constant service and the Goffs Harbour and District Band performed.
Delegates at a Coffs Harbour District Council meeting of the Banana Growers Federation urged the Federal Government to review its credit restriction policy. They argued the policy hinders primary production and cash flow for growers, noting banks are constrained by legislation. The motion, sponsored by S. E. Bultitude, was sent to the federation board.
Derrigo Shire Council will forward a letter to the Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission expressing thanks for the services of Mr. Reddock who investigated the problem of replacing Houlahan's bridge. The action followed the Shire Engineer Mr. Frank Dodd's recommendation.
Menu offerings include meals light refreshments fruit confectionery ice cream and summer drinks and sundries. Samio and Co proprietors operate from High Street Coffs Harbour with phone contact 26.
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