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Hokitika Guardian, 21 June 1928, Page 2

The annual report of the Westland Progress League presented this week did not disclose'the usual volume of accomplishments, hut it was apparent the League was hampered by the want of finance. The body has been of much public service, and assisted financially, as it should he, is capable of continuing its good service to the community. The gentlemen who devote their time to the work which falls to such a body as the League, .ate deserving not only of appreciation, hut of support financially to assist the executive in the different directions in which might operate. Pairing the past

year the League was engaged chiefly in publicity work, hut it had to rely in the main for its funds from a few generous donors. The goad work done by advertising has keen manifested by the increasing nulnber of visitors, and also the extension of the .season, which now runs over the greater part of the year. Despite what lias been done, however, there is still much to be done, for it is gleaned from time to time that all too little is known of the district and the means of reaching Westland. It is satisfactory to note that the Government Publicity Department is taking more interest in the resorts, and these arc being advertised by leaflets affording a good deal of information in tabloid form. Adverting to the League, it would appear it would be justified in making its appeal for the replenishing of its funds. Practically all money raised is expended, for useful purposes. Very little is spent on administrative costs, the League being fortunate in securing the honorary services of its executive. In the past the League did well sustained work in agitating for the completion of the Arthur’s Pass tunnel. Of late it lias been concentrating on the highway bridges for South AVestlaud, and in that respect has had also the influential assistance of the parent League in Christchurch. The League has therefore justified its existence, and with reasonable support in the future will be able to maintain its reputation for an active and useful interest in matters pertaining to the progress of Westland.