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Shows & fairs, 1962

216 stories in Sydney's papers · page 8 of 11

Tribune Fair

Tribune · Wednesday 25 July 1962 · page 11

So now is the time for all good friends to come to the aid of Tribune. The most practical way to do this is to get going with these working bees…

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Dog Show Was Near Record

The Biz · Wednesday 25 July 1962 · page 9

Some of the State's top show dogs were exhibited at a near all-time record dog show conducted in Granville Showgrounds by Fairfield All-Breeds Kennel…

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Exhibition of Aboriginal Art at New Civic Centre

The Biz · Wednesday 25 July 1962 · page 3

An exhibition of aboriginal art, arranged by the Rev. A. Grant, minister of Fairfield Presbyterian Church, on behalf of the Aboriginal National Observance…

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Festival Art Show

The Biz · Wednesday 1 August 1962 · page 17

Cabramatta Districts Art Society will exhibit paintings by local residents during…

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Scout Pet Show

The Biz · Wednesday 1 August 1962 · page 5

Pats of all descriptions, some pretty, some small, but all the best in the s eyes of their owners, will…

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They're Putting Up a Good Show

The Biz · Wednesday 1 August 1962 · page 20

Pictured above is Hie Fairfield F Grade Rugby league team which is competing in the Parramorra District Junior. Rugby League competition. Although not in the leading bracket, this team is showing good form and has some…

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Penrith Schools' Success at League Carnival

Nepean Times · Thursday 2 August 1962 · page 10

St. Nicholas' 4-7 primary and Penrith High 6-0 secondary teams had convincing wins in the all-schools…

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Rowing New Oarsmen Show Promise

Nepean Times · Thursday 2 August 1962 · page 10

Judging by the number of new recruits, Nepean Rowing Club is confidently looking forward to the…

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Success of France at Venice Art Show

Le Courrier Australien · Friday 3 August 1962 · page 4

THE 31st Venice Biannual Art Exhibition was opened this year by the President of the Republic of Italy in the presence of…

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Children show how

Tribune · Wednesday 8 August 1962 · page 9

SINCE we made an appeal for more letters recently there has been a marked improvement in correspondence from our readers…

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Tribune Festival Corner with adam Oaston Wanted! - Fair news

Tribune · Wednesday 8 August 1962 · page 11

I am still waiting for stories about what is being done (or not being done!) for the Tribune Fairs. THE Fairs are being held on November 24 in Paddington…

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Broadmeadows Electors Show Menzies the Door

Tribune · Wednesday 8 August 1962 · page 3

THE 10 per cent swing to the Labor Party recorded in The Broadmeadows (Victoria) by-election last week-end confirms…

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Local Artist to Show Paintings at High School

The Biz · Wednesday 8 August 1962 · page 2

A feature of Fete Day at Cabramatta High School on Saturday, August 11, will be an exhibition in the administrative building of about 40 paintings by local artist, Miss E. Bonham, of Canley Vale…

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Extra Show Night Next Year

Nepean Times · Thursday 16 August 1962 · page 1

Nepeon District A. H. and I. Society, at the annual meeting last night, decided to extend the 1963 show to include an extra night. This means the show will…

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Villawood school's sports carnival

The Biz · Wednesday 22 August 1962 · page 15

Villawood North Indians' School highlighted its Open Day during Education Week with a sports carnival Results of events are; Age Championship Finals…

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50 Years Ago Show Society Retains Committee

Nepean Times · Thursday 23 August 1962 · page 7

Nepean District A.H. and I. Society retained its full committee at the annual meeting on Wednesday,…

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Tribune Fair

Tribune · Wednesday 29 August 1962 · page 11

Mrs. McCall, of Rockdale, is doing her usual job for the Fair again this year, she and her helpers have been making jams, pickles and aprons for…

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Bady show to be featured on social programme

The Cumberland Argus · Wednesday 29 August 1962 · page 7

The Granville Pioneer Hall Association's first baby show for six years will highlight…

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Queen Invited to Show

Nepean Times · Thursday 30 August 1962 · page 1

President of Nepean District A.H. and I. Society, Dr. M. E. Renshaw, yesterday initiated steps to…

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1900's Swim Suits in Fashion Show

Nepean Times · Thursday 30 August 1962 · page 6

Bathing costumes of the 1900's were the topic of comment when paraded during interval at the mannequin parade last week at the R.S.L. Hall in aid of Penrith Quota Club funds…

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