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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1936
Page
9
The Berough Council debated a proposed new Town Hall costing around £11000 with estimates including sewerage impacts and ongoing charges. Critics urged delaying the decision for a year citing debt, rates, and sewerage costs while supporters argued for future efficiency and civic benefits.
At Horsham, Cr W U Voitone and Cr Wan C Helin presided as three retiring councillors were saluted. Cr Belton Cr Bolton and Cr Hitchesson received tribute for long service and good council work. The Government nomination to the Water Trust and Sewerage Authority was noted as part of the evening.
Local notices report escalating complaints about Alsatian dogs in Ieper. Stray dogs were impounded, owners warned to register unclaimed animals, and authorities moved to remove a nuisance animal from premises.
The Horsham council presided by Mayor Dr I Willawtth completed a long agenda covering electoral changes, public health, road works, and proposed by laws. Incoming reports from departments include meat cart regulations, reticulations plans, public lighting, and hall and sewerage discussions.
Council notes deferred drainage work along Williams Lane and Walnut Avenue crossing. Proposals include new footpath tiling, culvert work, and a crossing at McPherson and Anderson. façade repairs and sheds at the bazaar, protective fencing for the Wimmera bridge, and improvements to sale yards and drainage on various streets. A protective fence and gravel beam are proposed for pedestrian safety.
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