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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 28, 1954
Page
3
Objections arise as residents challenge aspects of a master plan for Methourng lb. Proponents argue plan aims for metropolitan-wide improvements though some fear loss of local character. Officials say broad, not sectional, view is necessary to avoid past waste and advance progress.
The report notes urgency for a new bridge over the Maribyrdding River at Raleigh Road. Dr McDonald pressed on Monday to expedite the CARB report and begin construction as soon as possible. He cited past instability and vibration as potential causes.
The Old Boys' Association urges members to assist a May drive sponsored by Ol Hoya to aid Bunshine Hospital. President asks volunteers to report this Saturday at W. Sirgieton's room by 9 am for duty.
A Health Department notice alleges a pen installation at an unnamed site in Brooklyn without authorization while a medical officer assignment shifts ten months leave to Dr Bronting. In Forrest Street, the Sunshine Council confirmed its prior denial of a joinery factory permit, rejecting a new application.
Debate continues over locating the post office within Footscray city limits with council preferring Maidstone. The PMG cites convenience for 11 000 residents and surrounding factories along Ballarat Road as key factors while council notes boundary constraints and local opposition.
City engineer Mr T Robinson said the quarry fence hole area will be rebuilt after a previous auction and a planning petition from residents. The council discussed the fence condition at the last meeting and directed action to restore the site.
City engineer Mr Ho Robinson reported to Sunshine Council that a five foot four inch pedestrian footpath is to be added on the north side of the Bridge over Kororait Prevk in Station Road. Occasional roods were noted crossing the bridge.
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