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Gracemere
Queensland 4702 Australia
Gracemere Exhibition Complex
Gracemere,
Rockhampton Area
Free Entry
Description
The Gracemere Saleyards, located eight kilometres west of Rockhampton, began operations in 1953.The saleyards hosts the world's largest stud sale (Brahman Week) and Australia's biggest horse sale (National Quarter Horse Sale). Extensive upgrading of facilities totalling AUD7.5 million began in 2003, ensuring that the saleyards remain one of Central Queensland's foremost attractions.
... moreVisitors can expect an inside view of livestock sales in the comfort of the upgraded selling ring, comfortably sitting up to 1,000 people. Stud sales are conducted primarily in the spring, September through to November, and many Australian and Australasian records are held both in relation to prices and the number of stock sold. The current highest price paid for a beast is AUD80,000 for a Brahman bull.
... lessProperty Details
Facilities
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Assisted Access -
Cafe -
First Aid Equipment -
Disabled Parking -
Public toilet -
Shaded Area -
Disabled toilet -
Viewing Platform
Activities
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Animal Watching
Open Times
Other Information
Children:
All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Disabled:
The attraction contains a disabled lift.
General Comments
The complex has restricted areas where stock are being handled.
How To Get There
Six kilometres west of Rockhampton on the Capricorn Highway.
Free Entry
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