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Pacific Islands Monthly, 1 August 1955Vol. XXVI, No.1

Liquor Restrictions in NC

p. 101 · Read in the full issue

Relaxed

NEW Caledonia’s indigenous people are now permitted to drink any brand of beer they choose.

Previously they were limited to a local beer with an alcohol content of 4 pc, although at least 20 brands are sold.

Simultaneously with the new ruling, the Conseil-General approved a proposal that native members of the council be permitted to consume their own choice of wine. t Storm damage to roads, bridges and wharves in Viti Levu, Fiji, early this year has cost the Government £10,464 in repairs.