Council Vetoes Separate Shire
A proposal to form a new Shire at the beachfront was discussed but rejected. Cr. Dray claimed that the coast lacked permanent population. The beach area had 1,476 electors while, in Division 1 alone, the Proserpine area had over 1,800.
Lions Cheque Goes to Ambulance
A $15,353 donation to Proserpine Ambulance Centre came from the proceeds of the Lions 1984 Harvest Fair, a carnival now firmly fixed in the district’s calendar of events.
Plane Disaster Averted
Skilful handling of a Twin Otter plane with eleven passengers on board averted a disaster, late on Sunday evening, after the port engine caught fire seven miles north of Proserpine. The plane was diverted to Proserpine Airport where an automatic extinguisher had the fire under control.
Sports At the Showground
A shortage of playing fields in the area has led several sports to look at the Showgrounds Ring as a playing/training area. The cricket club was already using it as its base, while soccer and rugby union had requested its use.
Bowen Harbour Memories
‘In the twenties’ watersiders witnessed antipathy with shipping authorities, which led to squads of farmers going to Bowen to load their own sugar.
Brazilian Exchange Student
17-year-old Alexandre Ruston was proving to be a very popular exchange student at Proserpine High School. A Spanish and Portuguese speaker, Alexandre is picking up English quickly during his twelve-month visit to the area.
Junior Cricket
On Saturday morning, a total of eight junior teams in Under 12, 13 and 14 ages turned out.
Centrals Win Ron Brown Memorial Trophy
Centrals finished well on top against Valleys in this annual knockout final, in memory of former player Ron Brown. Led by exhilarating stroke play by Peter Collingwood and Michael Hinschen, Centrals amassed 244. Despite a Brian Filby half-century, the Beach Boys were restricted to 184 by Bill Woods and Bob Shepherd, each of whom took three wickets.
Rugby League
After more than 30 years, patron Bill Ironside retired. As a player, official and patron, his association with the club had lasted since 1918. President Les Stagg noted concern that the club may have difficulty in obtaining sufficient numbers to field three teams this season.
