Rainfall Averages For District 1888 To 1928
The table shows average district rainfall for 1888 to 1928 at 16.64 inches. The May to October average for wheat growing period over the same years is NT inches.
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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 10, 1929
Page
4
The table shows average district rainfall for 1888 to 1928 at 16.64 inches. The May to October average for wheat growing period over the same years is NT inches.
The Shire council held its monthly meeting noting correspondence from churches and local bodies. Items covered included post office closure objections, sewerage farm opposition, road works near Nathalia and Numurkah, electric light extensions, and motor road deputations.
A Shepparton Borough Council meeting debated a Shepparton News article critical of the council prior to incorporation. Councillor Roe condemned the piece as false and cowardly, moving a resolution of keen resentment at the publication’s repeated statements about former shire members now serving on the borough council.
The Western and Moira committee invites Nathalie poundkeeper Mr EJ Martin to discuss his June appointment amid letters to the press. Dr O Hanlon notes charges against Drs Tuckett and McDowell, while Tuckett and others recount meetings, withdrawals, and pressures surrounding the appointment and returned soldiers.
The Nur markah Water Trust met on Monday with Coms. McDowell as chairman and members present. They discussed advising on extra water quantity and cost for a permanent Numurkah supply, planned channel locations, and information gathering. Rates totaling £124 11/4 were collected. Engineer W C Shaw proposed replacing a one inch main with a three inch pipe over 64 chains and tenders to be called. The Beari mill repairs were deemed costly and largely temporary. a new eight inch head might be cheaper. Ordinary business noted leakage at Kotupna tank, and a claim to sell the Mywee pump. Wanghnu and Box Creek flow issues were discussed with water diversion and blockages noted for road works.
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