The Local Issue 179

Historic digital edition of The Local - Issue 179

Step back in time with this authentic edition of The Local, Bingara's community newspaper. Issue 179 reaches deep into Bingara's proud agricultural and community heritage, with a remarkable show ring triumph, a story of inter-town Lions fellowship, and a dramatic piece of flood history.

Featured in This Issue:

Historical Feature — H. Gordon Munro: Supreme Champion 1948 Sydney Beef Show - A fascinating piece of Bingara history celebrating H. Gordon Munro's extraordinary achievement in winning Supreme Champion at the 1948 Sydney Beef Show — a landmark moment in the district's proud pastoral heritage. A wonderful record of the skill, dedication, and quality that put Bingara's beef producers on the national stage

Bingara Lions Meet with Bangalow Lions - A warm story of community fellowship as the Bingara Lions Club joins with their counterparts from Bangalow — continuing the spirit of solidarity between the two towns that has grown through drought and beyond

The 1949 Flood - A gripping piece of local history recounting the devastating 1949 flood that struck Bingara — an important record of one of the most dramatic natural events in our town's history, and a testament to the resilience of the Bingara community

This digital edition preserves Bingara's local history, community spirit, and the stories that matter to our town. Perfect for genealogy researchers, former residents, local history enthusiasts, or anyone interested in authentic Australian country town life.

Digital Download Details:

• Instant PDF download after purchase
• Readable on phone, tablet, or computer
• High-quality digital reproduction
• Keep forever - yours to archive and reference

Presented by Rodney's Relics - preserving Bingara's heritage one story at a time.