23 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1948
Page
1
The piece explores how Christmas inspires daily living, generosity, and love beyond festivities. It argues that true spirit comes from Christ’s universal message, transforming society when people act with unselfish love and goodwill year round.
The Education Department reports insufficient pupil interest for a Central School at Sun Shine State School with only 43 students likely to enroll. A review will occur after East Sunshine's new school is completed and Sunshine State School capacity is relieved.
The Shire of Braybrook receives season's greetings from Shire President and Mrs Barrett. They note the year's progress and express thanks for assistance, wishing peace and harmony in local national and international affairs for the New Year.
Monday meeting between the Secretary of the Company and the Council debated metal quality from Duke Street quarry under a 20 year sale. The Engineer complained Regal Quarries material was too small and another source used. Mr Robinson admitted new road construction methods and faulty stone. The Company defended latent machinery and pledged to meet requirements. testing in a laboratory was suggested.
A local dispute centers on a company building a noxious trade project amid claims of improper permits and inconsistent enforcement. Officials say oversight caused the breach while pledging adherence to regulations and equal treatment.
Dr Dempster urged a higher service level on Ballarat Rd noting only ten buses a day. Pennell warned that South Rd service would worsen delays as North Sunshine growth expands. Connell to forward the request to the Tramway Board for consideration.
Braybrook Council granted permission for a Sunday Carnival in February at Maribyrnong Reserve, sponsored by Maribyrnong Football Club to support Footscray Hospital. The event features cycling motorcycling running and novelty races and will follow last year’s gymkhana. Dr Parsons’ motion to refuse citing Sunday sport by law failed.
Dr E Shepherd MLA extends seasonal greetings to Advocate and Sunshine Today readers. He notes transition from war to peace, national Prosperity, and Sunshine’s role in growth. He urges cooperation with elected officials and leaders to secure lasting expansion for Braybrook Shire and nearby municipalities in industrial and social life.
Frantic teachers at local schools face a purchase window for bus concession tickets. Tickets are sold at the city offices and by the Tramway Board.
Miss Molly Ahearn of Cuming Street Murilaymnang died suddenly at age 84. She directed the Municipal Free Kin and served as a trustee of the town council, with many local organizations honoring her memory. Funeral services were held Tuesday with Rev Tlavh Smill officiating and a wreath from the MLC ROOF among the tributes.
A council report notes Braybrook’s bid for city status was refused citing its large area. It cites precedents in other towns and states the need for better representation to pursue ministerial approval.
The item records a correction to a previous notice from the F.S.L. Ladies' Auxiliary and mentions members and a conference. It references Mrs Welly and reads as a clarification of a conversation from the year with notes about membership and a test week.
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