Minister Revisits Burnham

New Zealand Listener, Volume 2, Issue 34, 16 February 1940, Page 4

Minister Revisits Burnham

ECENTLY the Minister of DeR fence, the Hon. F. Jones, paid a flying visit to the South Island, going as far as Timaru, where he | addressed a recruiting meeting. A record crowd attended the meeting which was_ held in the open. | On his way back Mr. Jones spent some hours at Burnham Camp inspecting the work in progress and the finished buildings. Since his last visit all the roads and parade grounds have been tar-sealed and the dust nuisance com- | pletely eliminated. A start has been made with the beautifying of the camp and areas for the planting of shrubs, grass and flowers are in course of preparation. Fine plantations surround the whole of Burnham Camp and are a dignified background for the additional beautifying which has been planned. "When all the planting has been completed, Burnham should be an_ ideal camp. I was much impressed with the work which has been done since my last visit," the Minister said.

Mr. Jones made a full inspection of the new hospital block which, he says, is admirable. Although it is not yet finished, it is being used. The dental block is also very fine. ; Other buildings, such as those for stores, were also seen by Mr. Jones. He was able to see the men during meal time and they all seemed satisfied in every way with food and conditions. The Minister found time to visit Lyttelton where he inspected new bui!dings at Battery Point and at the Drill Hall in the town. At both places accommodation is being improved and when the proposed buildings are completed it should be satisfactory.