Amenities and Services
During its existence the District Council provided public amenities for its populace in the form of two cemeteries, two swimming baths, several parks and recreation grounds, and a handful of free libraries. The Council also ran a number of elementary schools, as well as being responsible for the local volunteer fire service:
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