Getting Back To Stability In 1952 Economy
In October 1952 editors note a modest wage rise easing inflation fears and restoring value, signaling improving liquidity, a reduced import bill, and hope for stability. The piece cites Prime Minister remarks and the death of Rupert Ryan affecting by elections, while noting ongoing battles against inflation and domestic industry shrinkage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nave
Alexander Pope
Igh
House of von Victoria
Rupert Ryan
Paulo
Fisher Second In N S W Queen s Meet At Longreach
Rifleman Bob Fisher finished second in New South Wales competition at Longreach behind Pay. He scored 335 of 350 and performed strongly in club matches and interclub shoots, finishing three points ahead of Fraser and P Pearce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Fisher
N.S.W
Ansao
Lust Thursadey
Fisher
Pay
Fraser
P. Pearce
Back to Longreach Week Aims to Kickstart Public Sports Drive
Community leaders push for a town wide meeting to form a strong committee to launch a Back Longreach Week campaign. They plan to unite sporting bodies and local groups to revive activity, fund a War Memorial project, and improve the Snow Grounds entrance with a grandstand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eeks
Longreach
Ery
Proroaen
Bundaberg
McMellis
Mar
Means Chambers of Commerce
New Deal
West
Bimbah Road
Mr. Byroe
Byrne
MacNeil
McNeil
League
Wwe
West Wants Main Road Direct To Rockhampton
Emerald reports £5000 spent improving the Bogan to Willows to Kellys Creek section to shorten the route to Rockhampton. The project aims to cut miles, avoid railway crossings near Willows, and keep the road on the northern side toward Mt Mayde. Remaining gaps involve several crossings and the Clermont path, with masonry and bridge work planned by the council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emerald
Bogan
Willows
Kelly's Creek
Wlows
Mt. Mayde
Clermont
To Ay
Drummond
Med
Maereht Bhire Council
River Holes Diminished Water Points Across Longreach Area
In the last 18 months the river has fallen to its lowest remembered level. The main channel once held many water holes between Long Reach and Stonehenge but now only isolated drinking places remain between Longreach and the Tarcombe crossing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ee Ae
Haurtag
Thomson
Longreach
Stonehenge
Tarcombe
Dr Wallace Back Former Superintendent Base Hospi
Former administrator Dr Wallace returns to leadership roles in the Base Hospital system after a period away from the post. He is slated to oversee operations and guide policy across multiple units, with emphasis on patient care and community health outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Lastoe Tenany
Dr. Wallace
Fire devastates iron store in Barlaldine incident
A Sunday blaze caused heavy damage to a long iron building with front middle and rear sections involved. Fire brigades faced delayed call and water trouble but contained the fire before total loss. store insured though the company faces a serious setback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ab 100
Ore
Welore
Abbi Bay
Kovwt
Hue
Par
Creyl
Ilny
New Fire Engine Replaces Old Ford at Longreach Station
A new Dodge utility fire engine with Chrysler pump arrives to replace the old T-model Ford. Built on a Longreach body and mounted on a Fire design chassis, the unit will be deployed to quarters by week’s end. Fire Officer E Bailey notes the Chrysler pump will be put to proper use for the first time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy
Longreach
Bullaer
Otting
Up & Dew
Rosedale Ee
Adam
Chrysler
Ano Guer
E. Bailey
Fire Board to borrow 7000 pounds for new station
The fair unit informs the Fire Board that it seeks a 7000 pound loan to fund construction of the Ba Seether fire station per the Department of Home Affairs guidance from Longreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairs
Fire Board
Department of Home Af Longreach
Where Have Dingoes Gone in Vergemont Area Mystery
West and South-West of Longreach report sudden dingoe disappearances after prior raiding flocks. Vergemont area sees two hired doggers leave. manager V Cameron notes no sightings for two months though about 50 were killed earlier. Stockmen report similar declines as dogs vanish before breeding season and gold ball placement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longreach
Longreach Shire
Vergemont
Mergemont
V. ©. Cameron
Diggers Autumn Races and Pigeon Shoot Plans
The Diggers sub-branch schedules the Digs Autumn Races for March and a pigeon shoot on October 26 at 11 am. Members discuss funds 63 pounds 16 shillings 11 pence subject to approval and club formation in Longreach with support from local clubs.
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SS de CR. Stee
Bub
H. J. Cummings
W. Savage
Bhire Board Room
Longreach Gun Club
Longreach
Roaming Wild Camels Sighted Near Water Sources
Report notes wild camels migrating in search of water and feed in northern districts. Mentions Mr. A. Purcell and Mr. Richard Magoffin from Chorregon, with scattered references to Camels in Cloncurry and far northern areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Purcell
Tonkoro
Purcell
Richardichard Magoffin
Chorregon
Cloncurry
Dart
Glen
Longreach Residents Recall 1882 Water Carting Need
Old Longreach residents recall the 1882 water carting for Rosedale by Mesara, Tommy Williams, and Jack Olives. River water was drawn from a stand pipe in front of the School site each morning and afternoons, with Sunday as a drivers and owners rest day.
Julia Creek switches on electricity ceremony
The official switch-on of Julia Creek electricity occurred at 8 30 p m in a ball council led by Cr F P Hickman with M D A E Riordan as saliter. A fireworks display and festive decorations marked the event across the main street, with celebrations reportedly lasting until 3 a m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia Grek
Ook
Ball Council
Julia Greek
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Les
Rockhampton
Base Hospi
B.C.H.S. Holiday
Barlaldine Sime
Diggers
Amateur Sportamen
Queen's 'S
Julia Creek
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