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Tuesday, October 3, 1972
CO-OPERATION, THE KEYNOTE OF LOCAL PUBLIC WORKS IN THE NEW TERRITORIES
Villagers in the New Territories, with the help of the Government
and the Army, have accomplished hundreds of local public works projects
which contribute to their daily requirements.
Last year the Government allocated a sum of nearly 45 million
to facilitate these projects, either in the issuing of construction
materials or in the appointment of building contractors.
Nearly 30 per cent of the total number of projects undertaken
in Tai Po were related to traffic, including van tracks, footpaths and
bridges.
Other projects included drainage channels, rain shelters,
playgrounds and minor seawalls.
The largest project in Yuen Long was the Sik Po Tsuen playground.
Constructed on a site of 33,000 square feet, the playground is equipped
with a min-soccer pitch, a children's playground and a rest area.
During the year, the Sai Kung area received public works funds
amounting to $640,000, almost double that received in 1979-71.
With the help of the Army, Navy, various organisations and
student bodies, the local villagers extended the Hang Hau Pier and
installed generators in five villages.
Nillagers