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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1952
Page
3
Mr Johnson said the distribution favors coastal areas while inland regions receive unfair shares. He noted Brisbane city receives £3000 though inland need is greater and urged more even compensation. A deputation plans to press the issue.
Western Local WG in Longreach considers a resolution to press Transport to gazette the main road to the coast. Deputations from Barcaldine and Longreach urged action, arguing the road would aid lower income families by enabling car travel to the coast.
Fragments describe a plan to asphalt a mile of road yearly to ease transport, noting dry and wet weather conditions and the need for bitumenisation. Includes scattered references to years, awards, and elevated sections.
A fragmented report notes debate at a Western Local Authorities Conference over imposing dog fence grids. Officials discuss costs, efficacy, and whether fences should be mandatory, with calls to remove burdens on residents and seek alternative solutions.
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