Press Barred from Committee Meeting Ruling Sparks Open Door Pledge
Dr J McDonald barred press representatives from a Parks and Gardens committee meeting of Sunshine Council on Monday to discuss a report by Superintendent Mr McLach or on new equipment. The committee then recommended spending £2500 for gardening staff gear while later Officers and Servants meeting was open to press. Mayor Dr G E Dobson stated Labor supports open doors and rejects secret council business.
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J. McDonald
Parks and Gardens Committee
Sunshine Council
Dr. J. Downing
G. E. Dobson
Labor
Change in City Treasurer Position Recommended
The Sunshine Council's Officers and Servants Committee advised that the City Treasurer designation be given to assistant Town Clerk Mr. T. W. Deutschmann, replacing the present arrangement with the Town Clerk. Mr. Hargreaves supported the proposal noting Deutschmann already performs the work and should receive appropriate status.
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Sunshine Council
T. W. Deutschmann
Hargreaves
Deutschmann
New School Opens with Transfers and Growth
A new school opens with transfers from Sunshine and Braybrook numbered 120, starting 60 pupils in its first year. No vacancies for under sixes. It operates as an adjunct to Sunshine School through year end under Headmaster Mr Smith with four staff. Classes reach third grade now. expansion planned to all grades. extensions approved. aims for a separate unit with its own head master next year. official opening deferred.
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Sunshine
Braybrook
Mr Smith
Annual Hospital Meeting Highlights Bed Demand and Fees Rise
The hospital reports increased demand for beds and nursing attention during the past year. The Loan Redemption Committee and donations reduced debt on the property by £1200, but rising costs require higher fees. The year focused on meeting expanding district needs while maintaining high efficiency of building, plant and equipment.
Sunshine win thriller to claim premiership at Newport
Sunshine rallied from four goals down in the third quarter to beat Hast Brunswick by five at Newport ground. The match featured high quality football with both sides earning every kick. Local players dominated and coach Don Henderson steered a proud unit, while Ron Pocock played through injury.
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Sunshine
Hast Brunswick
L. Clayton
W. Thomas
Frank Walsh
Met. League
Don Henderson
Don
Ron Pocock
Exhibition of Paintings at Sunshine Technical School
An after school class presents an exhibition of paintings at Sunshine Technical School on Wednesday September 26 at 7 30 p m. Opened by Mr B Bryning admission by invitation with entry cards available from the Principal.
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Sunshine Technical School
B. Bryning
Popular Police Sergeant Leaving Sunshine Police
Sergeant Stanley Green who has led Sunshine Police for two and a half years is transferred to Royal Park Station and will assume duties on 11 October. He gained popularity for his friendliness and courtesy in handling demanding duties.
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Stanley Green
Sunshine Police
Royal Park
Sunshine
Green
Sunshine Technical School shines at Jubilee Show awards
Royal Agricultural Society honors the Jubilee Show of 1951 with Sunshine Technical School earning praise for junior Dressmaking. Shirley Roach wins first place in Intermediate Form Class Skirt or Beach Suit, with Helen Eddie second and Elaine Hummel equal third.
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Royal Agricultural Society
Sunshine Technical School
Shirley Roach
Eleanor St
Footscray
Helen Eddie
Taylors Road
St. Albans
Elaine Hummel
Dempster Street
Tottenham
CWA Wins Cup for Group Effort at Melbourne Exhibition
The Sunshine Branch of the Country Women’s Association won the best entry in the patchwork quilt section at the Melbourne Town Hall show this week. Mrs. L. Duncan led the Sunshine group in preparing the judged entry over several months.
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CWA
Melbourne
Sunshine
L. Duncan
Auction table misdelivered to Adelaide Street house
An oval extension cedar table bought at an auction was delivered in error to a house on Adelaide Street. No information or inquiry has been received about the item, and the claimant is advised to contact Sunshine Police Station.
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Adelaide St
Sunshine
Community Centre Plan Held Over To Next Week
Local report notes that Pat Loftus describes a proposed Community Centre development and the decision to table the item until next week for further discussion and approval.
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Pat Loftus
The Advocate's View: No to Referendum Power Grab
The piece argues Australians should vote No on the federal referendum fearing expanded powers to combat communism threaten freedom. It asserts communism harms the economy and society and warns against assuming innocents would avoid punishment. It urges vigilance and a just society to counter communism.
Sunshine Mannequin Parade Showcases Australian Fabrics
Leading industry executives, the Mayor, and Dyecraft employees attend a parade in Sunshine and Braybrook displaying over eighty garments from Australian fashion houses. The event features Prestige 22 carat gold on garments and dry cleaning friendly fabrics, with prior showings across Sydney suburbs and a record turnout in Albury.
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Sunshine
Braybrook
Dyecraft Ltd
Sydney
Albury
Australia
George Magg
Claire Lines
Ecstas
Douglas Cox
Skinner joins MBW Sewerage Committee appointment
Dr H Skinner has become Sunshine MBW Council representative and was appointed to the Sewerage Committee. The move benefits Sunshine's development as its former commissioner Ex-Dr Barclay previously served on the committee, providing up to date data on sewerage extension facilities.
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Dr. Skinner
MBW Sewerage
H. Skinner
Sun. 3 i Council
M.M.B.W
Sunshine
Jain
Barclay
Balloon theft at Rubber Australia plant
The Rubber Australia Pty. Ltd. Ballarat factory was broken into last weekend with about 2,000 balloons stolen. Police seek witnesses and describe the loss as a significant setback for the toy and party supply supplier.
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Rubber
Aust.) Pty. Ltd
Ballarat Re
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E. Roberts
Stainer Park
W. Clayton Nuttall Tranter
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Thomas Bucks
Henderson
Silvey
Said
A. James
Advocate
Ment
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Carlton
Dickson Street
Dyecraft
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