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Queanbeyan & Braidwood · Railways, roads & transport

Railways, roads & transport, 1927

301 stories in Queanbeyan & Braidwood's papers · page 15 of 16

Motor Notes An Aid to Driver Comfort

Queanbeyan Age · Tuesday 6 December 1927 · page 4

The motorist who carries out much long distance travelling in an open touring car is familiar with the pain in the back of the neck which is often…

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No Retrenchment on the Railways

Queanbeyan Age · Tuesday 6 December 1927 · page 2

When Parliament goes into recess the State Government proposes to review the question of the railways and tramways, particularly from the…

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Shire Roads

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Friday 9 December 1927 · page 3

The engineer's monthly report, presented at the meeting of the Council yesterday, was as follows:—"Contract No. 1927/7, construction…

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Gold Chassis on Show Unique Erskine Exhibit at Paris Motor Salon

Queanbeyan Age · Friday 9 December 1927 · page 4

For the first time in the illustrious history of the Paris Motor Salon, a “cut-out” chassis plated in 24 carat gold and valued at £4,000 has been…

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Motor Notes

Queanbeyan Age · Friday 9 December 1927 · page 4

It is announced that America is to attempt to wrest from Great Britain the world’s mile record of 203 m.p.h, set up this year by Major H. O. D…

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Our Road Economy

The Braidwood Review and District Advocate · Tuesday 13 December 1927 · page 1

BOTH our Shire and Municipal Councils are in anything but a good financial position. In this respect, of course, they resemble the…

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The Motor World News & Notes From the N.r.m.a

The Braidwood Review and District Advocate · Tuesday 13 December 1927 · page 4

The N.R.M.A. reports that the Main Roads Board and Mitchell Shire have Jointly arranged for the expenditure of £3,872 on maintenance works on…

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“Shell” Motor Oils

Queanbeyan Age · Tuesday 13 December 1927 · page 4

The two subjects in which the motoring public are most engrossed this week are the new “Ford” car and the new “Shell” Oils. Regarding the…

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Roads

Queanbeyan Age · Thursday 15 December 1927 · page 4

Mr. J. A. Perkins asked the Minister for Home and Territories if, in view of Sunday’s motor fatality, he would have inquiries made with the object…

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N.R.M.A. Appointment of .Resident Guide at Queanbeyan As a further example of the progressive policy of the National Roads

Queanbeyan Age · Thursday 15 December 1927 · page 2

As a further example of the progressive gressive policy of the National Roads and Motorists' Association, it has been decided to station a Guide…

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Motor Traffic

Queanbeyan Age · Thursday 15 December 1927 · page 4

Mr. Charlton asked the Minister for Home arid Territories whether the Federal Capital Commission has yet succeeded in arriving at a reciprocal…

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The Motor World News & Notes From the N.r.m.a

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Friday 16 December 1927 · page 4

The Victorian Chief Secretary agrees that legislation is needed to straighten out the present confusion of traffic regulations, and is inclined…

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Motor Notes Desirable Accessories

Queanbeyan Age · Friday 16 December 1927 · page 4

The equipment of most cars sold nowadays is fairly complete, and it is possible to enjoy one’s ,motoring in most cases without making…

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Roads to Canberra

Queanbeyan Age · Tuesday 20 December 1927 · page 6

Mr. Perkins (member for Eden-Monaro) asked the Minister for Works and Railways last week; whether, in view of the increased traffic on roads…

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Motor Notes Look After the Piston Rings

Queanbeyan Age · Tuesday 20 December 1927 · page 3

When a motor car engine has been run for a considerable period, and especially when it has been subjected to great heat or lack of lubricant, it…

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Motor Traffic Breaches a Heavy Fine

Queanbeyan Age · Tuesday 20 December 1927 · page 1

At the Queanbeyan Police Court yesterday, before Mr. Nott, P.M., a number of motorists appeared to answer various charges…

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Woman Killed at Canberra Motor Car and ’Bus Collide the Inquest

Queanbeyan Age · Thursday 22 December 1927 · page 3

Mr. Coroner Gale held an inquest at Acton Hall, Canberra, on Tuesday, concerning the death of Mrs, Lizzie Carter, who died as the result of a…

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Australian Road Cyclists for France

Queanbeyan Age · Friday 23 December 1927 · page 3

A most satisfactory response has been made in connection with the movement to send an Australian team of road cyclists to compete in…

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The Motor World News & Notes From the N.r.m.a

The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal · Friday 23 December 1927 · page 4

Regulations under the New Zealand Explosives Act provide for the storage of not more than 250 gallons of petrol on farms. All filling from…

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Motor Notes International Racing Fixtures

Queanbeyan Age · Friday 23 December 1927 · page 4

The International Association of Recognised Automobile Clubs with headquarters in Paris, recently allotted dates for over thirty motoring…

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