Fire at Setter Street Property
Firemen fought to control the flames that destroyed a residence at the rear of Portofino Café, in Proserpine. Hoses had to run from the rear of ANZ Bank, in Main Street, but adjoining businesses were saved.
Obituary
Theresa Wallace Andrews, aged 84, passed away from tetanus in Townsville Hospital. Theresa, a member of a pioneering family, had been an active church member and volunteer.
Graham Frederick Blair died, aged 50 years. He had been a senior member of the Electricity Board staff. Head of Proserpine MEB Alan Hobson spoke at his service.
Night Shopping
Night shopping in Proserpine on Thursdays will commence this week.
Boost For Dingo Beach Road
Cr. Pat Botto has been lobbying with the Land Commission for upgrading of this road.
New Era for Sugar Farmers
A new era begins tomorrow for cane farmers when Proserpine Co-operative Sugar Milling Association takes ownership of Wanderers Paradise Resort, in a move to diversify and take advantage of the tourism boom. The resort lies on the site of the first house built in what was then known as Jubilee Pocket by the Abell Family, 81 years ago.
Hydeaway Bay Development
A proposed subdivision should be approved by council following the discovery of water in the area.
Aussie Rules
Airlie Bloods Aussie Rules have signed several new members for the new season. Training takes place on two evenings a week at Cannonvale School.
Brahman’s Rugby League
Brahman’s Rugby League lost to Ayr by 20 points to 10, in the Burdekin-Whitsunday League.
Swimming Carnival
The High School Swimming Carnival was won by Flinders House. Nola Radley and Tony Roberts were open age champions.
Cricket
The return to local cricket by Alan Murray was the crucial factor in Colts’ victory over Valleys. Two important wickets by Peter Jeffries helped Magpies to victory over Centrals.
