New England State poll sparks council controversy
The article reports thirty councils plan to poll on the New State question despite Local Government Department opposition. It questions whether officials will face public backlash or disqualification, and argues the polls could reflect broader public alignment with subdivision and national benefit. The piece frames the poll as a pivotal early move in the nationwide movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Local Government Department
New England
Counter proposal shapes inland coast road plan
The Armidale Chamber of Commerce proposes a sealed road from the New England Highway to the Pacific Highway linking inland towns to the coast. Chambers from Grafton to Wauchope back a united effort for improved grants and state highway declaration. Guyra’s route plans and possible bypass concerns highlight the battle over funding and priority for roads to Ebor and the coast.
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Armidale C. OF C
Northern District Chamber of Commerce
Texas
Inverell and
Guyra
Raleigh
Chamber of Commerce
Eber
Dorrigo
Urunga
Chambers of Commerce of
Grafton
South Grafton
Coff's Harbour
Wauchope
Armidale Chamber of Commerce
P. Barnard
Chambers
Commerce
Department of Main Roads
J. Hanna
New England
Hanna
Inverell
Guyra-Tingha
Ebor
Glen Innes
Guyran
Guyra-Ebor
Federated Chamber of Commerce
Armidale
Organisers Nurture ACORN Seed Then Grow a Wide Movement
A practical interest in the movement is expressed as organisers tend an acorn that could grow into a giant, all encompassing tree. The metaphor suggests patient cultivation and expanding influence over time.
State poll shapes hospital and hostel projects
Mr Burgess noted a letter from Premier Cahill to the Chamber about Glen Innes and Guyra Hospitals and a Teachers College hostel at Armidale. He said progress is resuming on projects that had closed and urged voters in council area polls next month to back the move.
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Mr. Burgess
J. Cahill
Glen Innes
Guyra
Teachers’ College
Armidale
Mr. Cahill
Sydney
Burgess
Mont
Dramatic Society Prepares for Christmas Recess and Plays
The last meeting before the Christmas recess will be held next Wednesday at p.m. A rehearsal for Lord Richard in the Pantry will occur, with the prepared reading planned for early in the New Year. Arrangements start for the Armidale Theatre Guild production Charley's Aunt.
New State election blocked by local government ruling
The Department of Local Government in Sydney with a 55 member parliament has ruled shires cannot conduct a on the New State election. It accuses authorities of gagging country people and asserts the Sydney Gasocanien holds sway over the North. It urges a Yes vote for a new parliament.
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Department of Local Government
Sydney
Catholic Ball draws crowd to Arcadia Theatre Guyra
More than 500 people expected at the annual Catholic Ball at the Arcadia Theatre Guyra on Monday with visitors from Armidale Glen Innes and Inverell. Six debutantes groomed by Mrs K X Croese will be presented to Mr J McDermott of Gunnedah. Supper at Oddfellows Hall. Ball organisers include Mrs Croese G Williams J Birmingham and Dr K X Croese. Music by Armidale Nib lites and Glen Innes Modern Rhythm. The event aims to be one of the most successful Guyra has seen.
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Inverell
Morer
Texas
Bundarra
Armidale
Ebor
Guyra
Rockvale
Glen Innes
Dumaresq Shire
Arcadia Theatre
D. Hiscox
K. X. Croese
Mer. J. McDermott
Gunnedah
Rita McCreary
Judy Comino
Shirley Hammond
Beverley Grills
Annette McDonald
Fay Bowen
Oddfellows' Hall
Monay Hottest Day Of Year In Guyra District
Last Monday reached 84 degrees the hottest since December 5 of last year. No rain from a threat ed thunderstorm despite heavy clouds and lightning. Water supplies remain adequate though stock watering points are low. Pastures hold well except Ward s Mistake area and Baldersleigh. Eastern Guyra pastures improved while stan ate grasses dry quickly. Frosts missing this week aids crop conditions but rain needed soon. Temperature readings at Guyra Post Office for the week recorded.
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Baldersleigh
Guyra
Red Cross Street Stall Winners at Guyra Event
The Red Cross held a street stall in Guyra last week with prizes including Perfume won by Mrs. Twine and donated by Mrs. Copeland, Towel donated by Mrs. J. McLean won by Mr. J. Ford, and Cake donated by Mrs. J. Gilmour won by Greg Burgess. Prizes are collectible from Mrs. J. McLean, Bradley Street.
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RED Cross
Red ‘Cross
Guyra
Copeland
Twine
Miss Howes
E. Izzeard
J. McLean
J. Ford
J. Gilmour
Greg Burgess
Big Crowd at Guyra RSL Dinner
A large turnout filled the Guyra RSL for a dinner starting at seven. Speakers urged unity and 100 percent League membership among returned servicemen, noting the League’s role in supporting families and national service. An auction raised funds for the Limbless Soldiers' Appeal, and the evening ended with reminiscences of the world wars.
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Guyra
League
Australia
Doug Brazier
James Cleary
U.S
Brazier
Gordon Woodward
Wheaton
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New State
Catholic
Marg
Poplins
H. A EY & Sons
R.S.L
Barraba
Guyra R.S.L
C.W.A
Clift Wheaton
R. Pearson
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