Retiring Arapiles Shire Council members undecided on renomination
At Arapiles Shire Council meeting on Tuesday all three retiring councillors declined to state their desire for another term. Dr Crossley, senior member with 16 years on the council, said he would consider renominating if asked, while Dr Russell hinted at not standing again. Mr Sinclair received praise for restoring order in council affairs. the secretary bore a heavy wartime workload including naval service, fuel, transport, and war damage duties.
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Arapiles Shire
Russell
Crossley
Sinclair
Hair
Ithe Shire
Drs. Grant and
Uruatey
Natiuuk
Tronnel
Pantel
South Riding
Ce He Swath
Arthur Matthews
Ceviral
Sland
Crowsley
Commission Ons Fair
Cr. Russell
M. T. Brimacombe
Cr. Grant
E. Jacknmn
Cr. Crossley
Oliver
Gil
Bhire
Home Notion of Housing Shortage Sparks Melbourne Debate
Melbourne housing chief F Oswald Barnett urged urgent action as Victoria faces a shortage of at least 000 houses and about 180 000 adults and 180 000 children live in dire conditions. He blamed coal shortages and limited materials for ongoing delays while council members discuss road and land amenities amid wartime constraints. Dr Russell and Dr Hair defended council actions and emphasized the need for long term planning and housing provision.
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Melbourne
F. Oswald Barnett
Victoria
Burnett
Steel Homes and New Approaches in Victorian Housing
Shortage of building materials and coal cripples Victoria’s 7000 homes a year target. Shortfalls include cement bricks hardwood flooring weatherboard iron piping and glass. Panels of six men in Natimuk Shire advised to assess land values and settlers suitability for soldier settlement. Steel Beaufort houses show promise but face six months to mass production while taxation and economic policy hinder growth and demand a new industrial approach.
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Housing Commission
Victoria
Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works
Steel Homes
Beaufort House
Bina Js
Federal Elections and Referendum Enrollment Notice
The Commonwealth Electoral Rolls will close on writ issuance. Voters not enrolled should correct details or enroll. Latest poll data available at Port Offices and electoral claim cards obtainable.
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