GOOD WISHES

Greymouth Evening Star, 17 April 1934, Page 5

GOOD WISHES

NEW ZEALAND TO AUSTRALIA.

BY CABLE —PBISS ASSN. —COPYBIGHT.]

SYDNEY, April 15. Mr. G. W. Forbes sent a message of goodwill to the Australian people by Mr. A. B. Lane, manager of the United Press Association, who is now visiting Australia. The message, which is being published by the “Sydney Morning Herald,” reads as follows: —

“New Zealanders have closely followed the progress and welfare of the Commonwealth, during the period of economic depression. Faced with similar difficulties, we have been deeply interested in the measures adopted in Australia, in dealing with the many serious problems demanding solution. We come from the same British stock, and we know that the courage and self-reliance of Austra-

lians have been put to a searching test during the critical period through which they have passed. It is a real pleasure, however, to learn that the prospects of economic recovery in the Commonwealth have become brighter, and that a return to more normal conditions may now with confidence be contemplated. To New Zealand, this year, we have been happy to welcome many visitors from Australia, and there are indications that a substantial increase in the tourist traffic between our two countries may be anticipated. Indeed, our geographical position lends itself to this interchange of visits, and the mutual intercourse and understanding thus promoted must bring about beneficial results. The recent trans-Tasman aviation achievements afford a happy augury for the establishment of frequent air services, which will unite Australia and New Zealand, in still closei* relations. lam voicing the sentiments of the people of the Dominion, in etxending our heartiest . good wishes for the future prosperity of Australia.”