Gay Liberation And The W.d.f.f. (Press, 2 July 1977)
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Summary: Gay Liberation And The W.d.f.f. (Press, 2 July 1977)
A series of letters addressing local issues and concerns appeared in the press, with the first from Mike Waghorne, the editor of the Gay Liberation Front newsletter, which responded to a previous critique published on July 1, 1977. Waghorne clarified that his criticisms were not intended for all members of the Women's Division of Federated Farmers, but rather specifically aimed at some members. He expressed dissatisfaction that the word "some" had been deleted during editing, which altered the intent of his message. Another prominent topic in the letters was the construction of a tavern in Christchurch. L. Selby voiced alarm regarding the Paparua County Council planning committee’s decision to build a tavern in a developing low-cost housing area on Buchanan’s Road. Selby highlighted that there are already seven hotels within a 4 km radius of the proposed site, and noted the proximity of Gilberthorpes School, which is less than 100 metres away. Concerns were raised about the potential negative impact on the community and criticism of town planners, who Selby believes have failed to learn from past mistakes. In a related letter, J. Waghorn raised questions about the Licensing Control Commission's requirement for a tavern licence near Stourbridge and Lyttelton Streets. Waghorn wondered whether there was a connection between the tavern site and the recently approved construction of a sports stadium at Centennial Park, located approximately half a mile from the proposed tavern location. These letters reflect the ongoing discourse in Christchurch regarding urban planning and the implications of new developments on community well-being.
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