This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1940
Page
5
Braybrook Shire Council discussed complaints about creek water quality after a resident questioned its safety. Health inspector Thorpe reported samples collected for analysis and urged multiple samples from various creek sections to determine contamination risk to the community.
Braybrook Council discusses a building in Wehell Street after an inspector state of substantial compliance. Debate centers on bylaw enforcement and whether the council should demand a formal plan or explanation from the property owner.
Engineer's report from Brayhinok Braybrook area notes flue inspection and concrete interiors. Report suggests work may require widening sidewalk and roadway by a few feet to reduce vehicle movement and allow ventilation, with concerns about reinforcement and safety.
Unclear OCR style report outlines drainage and road widening projects on Vettenhall Hoimpehire Road Wright Street and Hallerat Deer Park areas. Notes mention concrete channels Ashley Street Tottenham Golden Poplars planted and drains started at each allotment.
Unclear text mentions trees replacing burned out pines in Sumphine. Beau Brook Connell appears as a name fragment. Details or actions are not clear due to damaged OCR.
A fragmentary municipal note shows a footpath dispute being referred to shire engineer Mr TL Roby In Hull Street and surrounding lanes. A Monday communication indicated tramway works and community representatives would meet Thursday afternoon to discuss bri gbrook village access and road changes.
Council considers extending water service along Cleveland Street to id Street as residents push for expansion. President Dr Lowe motions to have the shire secretary pursue a further Board application following a failed previous appeal.
Braybrook Council denied David Hainworth of Fitzroy permission to run a kiosk near West Rout supplying hot drinks pies confectionery and newspapers for munition workers. Dr Dobe son moved to refuse. Cr Detrick warned of local shop issues. Cr Roberts noted congestion concerns from West Road parking. Council approved the motion to refuse.
A plan to shrink the telephone directory was discussed with Braybrook Connell acting as ad director for the Paxtalma?ement. The note indicates the current book is fragile and near breaking, with a formal letter confirming the decision and outlining the anticipated timetable.
Council discussed funding a traffic improvement on Raleigh Road. A department recommendation would be implemented regardless of board financing, with possible future charges to Federal Road Aids or ministerial funds.
Braybrook Council pressed the Railway Department over a noisy livestock train in Sunshine siding. A reply from the metropolitan superintendent stated inquiries into the complaint are in progress.
A report notes a halted train stood for about half an hour in a noisy area near Sunshine station. Passengers and bystanders endured squealing pigs and loud machinery while the stationmaster offered apologies and efforts to ease the disturbance.
Braybrook Council heard Junsmlm sub branch of the K.8.8. L.A. inform Monday night that RSL Volunteer Delenew Corpe has formed and applied for use of the hall for training and exercises on Thursday August 8. The White president Ur Lowe urged council to grant use while Dr Baker urged a Thursday to be discarded and moved to Tuesday for weekly sessions. Pridham noted many meetings have occurred on Thursday and proposed shifting the sub-branch to Tuesday after their first Thursday exercise.
At Devonshire Road footbridge a lighting dispute arose as Dr Dedrick argued the lamp was for the bridge not the path. Councillors discussed safety and costs while a serious accident near the bridge was noted. they ordered the Kier to report on erecting a pole and light with associated expenses.
Braybrook Council meeting features discussion of an erection proposal by Mr dy Daview with plans for a small structure. The applicant promises to limit occupancy to six. Health inspector Me. Thorpe notes an on site inspection and considerations for safety.
The council debated dog handling provisions with Cr Dobson noting areas for dogs and non barking Chow dogs. Cr Dempeter supported dog keeping as a hobby and the plans were approved.
The Braybrook Council discussed funding for road maintenance adjoining Commonwealth properties. The Defence Department was involved as the council sought an allotment of 2800 pounds. The minister interior Braybrook Council led the proceeding and a formal letter was received.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.