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Fire that destroyed Arakoon Flats, Kirra, Queensland, 1 October, 1962

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Fire that destroyed Arakoon Flats, Kirra, Queensland, 1 October, 1962
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Fire that destroyed Arakoon Flats, Kirra, Queensland, 1 October, 1962
Summary
The flats were situated at the base of Kirra Hill, opposite the Kirra Surf Pavilion, and were built by the Winders family. At the time of the fire they were owned by Mr and Mrs Gordon Townsend.--Information source: Winters, Peter. Lookback, Daily News, 4 February 1997The firemen are visible on the far left above the cente, aiming the hose at the roof of the Downie residence. The seat of the fire is in the middle of the photograph. The power poles were ignited by the fire.--Information source: Waters, Barry

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