B.P. Timetable

Rearrangement Still Under Consideration

DETAILS were given in the October issue of the Pacific Islands Monthly of the proposed reorganization of the Burns Philp steamer timetables, as they affect the Western Pacific. The firm was anxious to bring these alterations into operation at an early date; but it had first to se cure the approval of the Commonwealth Government.

The Commonwealth Government felt it necessary before reaching a decision to consult a large number of interests that were likely to be affected by the changes— particularly Papua, New Guinea, Norfolk Island, New Hebrides and Solomon Islands.

This has involved considerable delay and it became apparent late in October that there was no hope of finality being reached be fore the end of the year.

That appears to be the position at the moment. Meanwhile Messrs. Burns Philp & Co. are conducting their services according to the old timetables.