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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1951
Page
1
Gloucester council approves new electricity rates with a per unit increase for commercial and domestic use. The decision cites higher supply charges and a revised power charge, while noting ministerial approvals and related municipal notices affecting local businesses and residents.
The Rural Shiywrack Society awarded Benne Medal to an unnamed man for bravery on July 7 1960 at Taree. He reportedly jumped from a wedge exit at Atekirum Jump and swam about ten yards to assist a tired man caught in a strong current. The rescuer brought the exhausted individual to shore.
Shire Engineer reports on a Main Roads Department survey of a section of Nowendoc to Gloucester road. The plan contemplates high level crossings, deviations via Barnard, and riverbank work at Carter’s Bend and Tigran Creek, with a Manning Shire survey assessing feasibility and funding needs. The note acknowledges uncertain alignment with limited funds and warns expenditures should be prudent.
A local man faced an influence charge in court after a vehicle incident near Sapteanbey. The case, with attorney Marek Berggant and judge Wiek aiding, included testimony about child welfare and parental duties as part of the proceedings.
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