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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1952
Page
3
In Sunshine the mayoral role grows more complex as the city expands. Retiring Mayor Dr G E Dobson is praised for his energy and high standards, while incoming Mayor Dr J Downing pledges principled leadership and dedication to the district's interests and responsibilities.
The Sunshine Council received authority to borrow a further £30,000 for 1952/53 public works, totaling £60,000 though far short of the £160,000 sought. The State Savings Bank may lend £15,000 after earlier refusal, while Dr. Dobson urged lifting credit restrictions on municipalities. He urged federal support for local amenities such as libraries and kindergartens, noting potential private-street construction loans of £250,000 pending Central Bank approval.
Wealth inspector Mr Little told the Sunshine Council on Monday that adulteration in milk was detected. An analysis showed water added to a milk sample. The matter was handed to the council's solicitors to launch prosecution for a breach of regulations.
An application to Sun Council on Monday to erect a timber mill on Barbara Street Braybrook was referred to the engineer for a report. Dr Dobson urged expeditement noting the applicant has faced setbacks and seeks to establish his business.
A small channel sweeping machine priced at £585 was demonstrated to Sunshine Councillors. City engineer H. E. Robinson said it could suit many streets in the municipality and recommended purchase. The matter was referred to the estimates for the coming financial year.
The Mayor Dr G B Detew officially opened the bowling season before a large crowd including bowlers, ladies, and visitors. Mayor Lowe, Mrs Moore, Mrs Behater and Mr R Thick led proceedings as three girls presented bouquets and the first bowls were delivered. A sumptuous afternoon tea followed in the pavilion with toasts and VBA medallions awarded to the Mayor, president, and club secretary.
Fourteen of twenty one ratepayers in Sturt Street oppose a council plan for Sturt Street East Sunshine as part of a wider Ernest Street area scheme. The matter heads to a Court of Petty Sessions for objections while councillors discuss outreach.
Dr. G. Dobson told Sunshine Council that poor Maidstone footpaths caused four accidents where young mothers carrying babies were thrown to the ground.
A call to collect waste paper to support hospitals and charitable institutions. Community groups organize drives, inviting schools and residents to donate supplies and boost fundraising efforts.
A council discussion over St Albans Hall reservations led by L Jones of J B Productions debated restricting hall use for elections and weddings to protect Saturday night picture shows. The council agreed to a lease allowing Jones to use Saturday nights if the hall is not needed for elections or weddings, shifting to Friday for film screenings.
Angling notes announce Sunday trip to the Coliban weir for the MSD shield semi final with B Craddock Frazer and Hollingah as local contenders. Bus leaves Post Office at 8 with weigh in at 6 pm. social evening set for Saturday September 27. Members urged to support and petitions to members to assist the Anglers building committee for a new hall.
Cr. G. Dobson told Sun Shine Councillors that Thompson Street Maldeston is being cut up as drivers divert from Ballarat Road to avoid traffic lights at the tram terminus.
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