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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1952
Page
1
A Wellington Orange deputation led by Mudgee MP F G Cooke failed to sway Transport chiefs after warning that Labour threats could strip seats. Delegates argued city truckers gain freight access far beyond country limits, risking the collapse of rural operators and a push to nationalise road transport.
Delegates discussed gaining metropolitan press support for carriers and sought assistance from Colonel Brusney. An interview with the Sydney Daily Telegraph yielded no deputation report but noted a police ban. The Morning Herald carried nine brief deputation items. Col Brusner’s interview led to J W Seiffert moving in Parliament to grant leave for Borwick QC to present a petition at the Bay of the House.
A Sydney body faces internal strife as a motion about road transport policy risks defeat without cross-party support. Leaders accuse outsiders of meddling while members debate funding and public subscriptions. Dubbo delegates withdraw, prompting tension among Wellington and Orange reps over police involvement and future action.
A delegation gathered at Parliament House led by Mr Cooke to present concerns over threats to Jim’s seat and to stress the adverse effects of transport regulations on regional economies. Members from Dubbo Orange Wellington and Orange outlined aims to coordinate road and rail balance, with proposals on truck registration and tax regimes.
A Sydney newspaper editorial argues long distance road carriers face destruction under the Transport Act. It laments urban dominance, urges a united country convoy to pressure government, and calls for compensation and a common justice for dispossessed country truckers. It warns the metropolis exploits the countryside as railways dominate national policy.
Statements by Mr Livingstone and Mr Moulton describe favours granted by officers and sabotage claims as the Wellington and Orange delegates discuss carrier grievances. The report notes fees for membership, branch formation rules, and funds to be deposited with the Sydney body amid tensions over political action and local membership.
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