Rabobank's new State manager
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BRAD James has taken the top job for Rabobank in Queensland and the Northern Territory this week, having been named as the bank's new State manager.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
Rural volunteers hone fire preparation skills
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EIGHT Rural Fire Brigade volunteers attended a five-day course early last month to learn advanced chainsaw techniques in preparation for the bushfire and cyclone season.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
How we handled Hendra
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QUEENSLAND Ombudsman Phil Clarke has released his report into the handling of Hendra virus incidents in Queensland from 2006 to 2009.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
Govt shores up flood cover
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INSURERS will be required to offer flood cover as part of standard home insurance but consumers can choose to opt out under changes the Federal Government insists will reduce premiums.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
Keep an eye out for cattle ticks
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CATTLE producers are advised to monitor their livestock for cattle ticks and be alert for symptoms of tick fever.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
Million dollar Wilangi Sale
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THE million dollar-plus result of last Friday's Wilangi Invitation Brahman Sale at the Dalrymple Saleyards, Charters Towers, enabled vendors and selling agents McCaffrey's to claim it as the most successful Brahman bull sale held in the 2011 spring season.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
Dalrymple contract storm lingers
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THE controversy surrounding the awarding of the Dalrymple saleyards stock handling contract continued when a special meeting the Charters Towers Regional Council called over the matter failed to overturn the awarding of the contract to Ron Philipson.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page
Spyglass focus on perfect beef herd
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THE new Spyglass Research Station, Charters Towers, last week celebrated one year since the State Government purchased it for $10 million.
Source: North Queensland Register - Front Page