Government pledges boost road funding for Australia
A 1954 Australian article urges higher road grants as the Labor and Liberal parties promise increased state road funding. It notes federal fuel tax proceeds, currently partly withheld, should be redirected to road construction and maintenance. Roads in rural areas suffer. calls grow for first class highways linking major arterial routes.
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Meniics
Australia
Mensies
Aol
Bern Nolesly
Peint
Tablelands
Educating ratepayers to care for roads by council action
Ashford Shire Council meeting discussed increasing engineer authority to educate ratepayers on road care. The plan targets narrow width bitumen sections, noting two or three tourist areas near Ashford and Inverell. Engineers report on 1954 program and suggest widening some narrow seals for safety.
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TIMES
Ashford Shire
J. H. Bisch
Inverell
AR. Tighe
Ashford
G. G. Butinson
Ain
Cherry Tree Hill
Gremant
De-listing Wattle’s Dam Timeline and Tender Plan
Following a rehearing the Environment Board moves to de listing Wattle’s Dam and calls for tenders to construct a 1000 yard camp and tank system. About 427 cubic yards of sediment would need removal while the dam is renovated to hold water.
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Parnes Provection Board
Aim
Renervis
I . Poni
Amd
Ayarns
Cox
Cattle Compensation Act Repeal Motion Defeated
At a Pastures Protection Boards conference, a motion to repeal the Cattle Compensation Act was overwhelmingly defeated. Inverell Pastures Protection Board chairman Mr W Tonkin reported the board’s delegate was present and that conference motions were carried.
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Conference of Pastures Protection Boards
5. W. Tonkin
Inverell Pastures Protection Board
Mr. Tonkin
Personal Pars and Notes About People
A jumble of social notes from Inverell covers engagements, birthdays, and gatherings. Mentions include Mr and Mrs Osiand, Mr Oplend, and Mrs Horris. regents in Rivers Street invite friends. Regan hosts relatives for Mary Regan’s birthday. George Mepham earns IE Eng title after exam in Sydney. Other items note a birthday at David Avenue, Inverell, and several residents traveling or visiting in Sydney, Glen Innes, Vivian Street, and Tingha Road.
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Osiand
Oplend
Citten Vale
Hudd
Tynon
Uss Mlargaret Moore
Pacayitas
WII
Visteen
Cos Surman Hodger
Wes Street
Hoy Lowen
K Walsh
Vivian
Mes
Leda Chamberlain
Mi Jee Davey
Wil Duryan
Mr. and
Mire RR. Houwer
Prince BU
Prico
Regan
Rivers Street
Mary
Min Ae
Misa Regan
George Mepham
Sapphire Street
Tinghs
Institute of Automotive Nical Engineers
Sydney
Mepham
G. A. Mepham
Glencoe
Elamore
Edward Taylor
Oglenmore
Inverell
Bt. Vincent's Hospital
Darlingared
L. L Taylor
Glenmore
M. H. Girle
David Avenue
Caringboh
Girle
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
Mesars Ge
Harry Girne
Mat .Olle Wae
Bette Mabe de Tieehes
Guuyim
Ound
Vivian Steer
Mra
A. Ruoss
Hoos
Albion Hill
Frank Bathgate
Glen Lnnes
Messrs
Thomas Davis Co
Bathgate
Bathvite
Glen Innes
Apezian
Tom Fhelut
Apex District 3
Ofei
Tenterfield
Jana
AR Drummond
Drummond
Kare
Prank Baite
Muss Bee
Keith
Mesara
John Northey
Mick Lyne
Murray Barry Aomans
Leo . Mery
Campbell
Peter Ditchfield
Mira
F.C
Ashford Road
St. Anthony's College
Kangaroos and Wallaroos Open Season Declared
The Inverell district announces a two month open season for Kangaroos and Wallaroos. Secretary G. Currey confirms the period starts June 4, per Chief Secretary advice. Proclamation excludes state forests amber reserves and proclaimed fuerte.
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Inverell Psp
G. Currey
In Sd
Fuerte
Inverell P C Association backs long term school beautification plan
The Inverell Public School P C Association adopts a long term beautification plan for the grounds, proposing removal of old trees and shrubs, new planting of roses and trees, lawn areas, and upgraded kerbing with a committee to oversee works. The plan follows discussions among officers, sub committees, and input from the Inverell community, including the Infants School Mothers Club.
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Inverell Public School
C. Association
Blunt
Amith
Eere
Holland
Currey Sharpe
Weaver
Afta
Heiderson Street
Galo Tunde
Howe
HA Weaver
Bnt
Uin
Weave
Unem
Bey EU
T Holland
South
Lins Firdens
Aly Arvat
Henderson
Arthur Stecet
Orowey Coymers Corthie Tire
M. Smith
Salem
Coune
Assoc Jon
RK. Hoontz
Smith
Te New Clon Intmnes
Department For Cement
Inverell
Weaver Gugmested
Simpmort
Sharpe
Shurne
Holida
Tals
Bront
Ashford Shire Plans Learn-to-Swim Classes
Regional official G D Walker advised Ashford Shire to finalise vacation swim lessons at Lee and Wul Jenera public school enrollment for children age five by January 1 1863. Fees cover 10 hours of instruction with possible extensions. Council discussion on dressing facilities and suitable site arrangements followed.
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Ashford Shire
G. D. Walker
National Pitness
Tamworth
Lee
Ashford
Corres
Fredwy
A. D. Walker
Gounsil
Rehitson
Pesatan Acteena
Field Day at Boggabilla Led by District Agriculturist
The Boggabilla field day on Wednesday June 30 on J H Doyle’s Merawah property focuses on stud cattle sheep and fodder products. NSW Department experts Dr J Macindoe Dr O McClymont and J L Oreen join local district officers to lead demonstrations and talks on stock feeding and fodder production.
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Boggabilla
A. Johnson
J. H. Doyle
Merawah
Boggabille
3. Macindoe
O McClymont
Mir. J. L. Oreen
New South Wales Department of Agricul
Ture
T. GC. Crevie
United Kingdom High Commission
Department of Agriculture
Johnson
Four Day Rain Totals Reach 116 Points
Rain fell heavily over four days with readings around 44 degrees high on February 1. The weather produced near freezing conditions, a minimum near 4 degrees, and a narrow diurnal spread between day and night readings on the final day.
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Ben Sery Lares Max Mit An Ay
Commission Investigations into Major Water Conservation Works
The commission investigates a major water conservation construction project proposed for Ashford Shire. The Shire Engineer and council officials discuss informing the Commission and inviting inquiries to gauge feasibility and cost. A noted plan foresees continued work continuity across sites and potential lower costs with Commission backing.
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Ashford
Rere
Ta’ Islands
Letters to the editor on a town hall play and education themes
Readers discuss a recent Town Hall play production and the distinction between education and intelligence. They critique theatrical effort, praise some performers, and call for impartial critique and continued civic engagement from the audience and community educators.
One Way Traffic Observed on City Lanes
The report notes one way traffic in several lanes around a city area near Nore tht the Gp and Cathe and Goerhie. Drivers encounter parked cars and pedestrians as work continues on Court Street and nearby Burge Road. Public safety concerns are raised by stray vehicles and obstructed lanes.
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Aends
Cathe
Goerhie
Futile
Cabee Geima Bial
USA
Burge Brees
Wien
Bitumen Spraying Firm Faces Public Scrutiny
A bitumen spraying contractor operating in the north and north-west has responded to statements by the Ashford Shire Engineer amid ongoing discussions. The report notes local officials and the firm are in dispute over work practices and project details, with no final resolution yet reached.
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Ashford
Inverell Pastures Board Prepared to Tackle Grasshopper Eggs
Inverell Pastures Protection Board chair M W Tonkin warned members grasshoppers are laying eggs in parts of the district and preparations are needed. Secretary G Curb and inspector Roberts note hoppers found nearby. officials anticipate continued activity as weather warms.
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5. W. Tonkin
Inverell Pastures Protection Board
Ashford Tenders Fail for Seven Houses Not Open
No tenders were received for the seven houses at Ashford. The county council and contractors met to review the process at Witter and Alma, with officials noting compliance issues and exploring next steps for public housing projects in the area.
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Ashford
Alma
Shire
Ming Rly
Witter
Stray Stock On Roads Triggering Local Action
A report on increasing stray stock around roads and bridges prompts council and shire officials to urge owners to fence lanes and remove cattle and sheep. Dr Besley notes dry weather as a possible factor, while residents are urged to act to prevent further danger and legal penalties.
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Bf Bessey
F Thompson
Besley
Dr. Black
A. W. Heywood
Dr. Besley
Tighe
Footpath Sealing Efforts in Ashford Shir Commentary
Ashford council hears report on footpath sealing trial using emulsion bitumen held at depot. Issues include stringy texture, poor wetting, and spray problems after use. A revised version is planned to address faults with expected costs around 3 per yard and potential equipment improvements.
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