August 8, 2019
The State Government has invested more than $1.3 million into upgrades at the Roma Saleyards, the largest livestock selling centre in Australia.
Local Government Minister Stirling Hinchliffe, who was in Roma for the LGAQ’s Bush Council Convention, said the upgrades included new selling pens which meant more cattle could be handled.
“This is the largest saleyards in the southern hemisphere and is an incredibly important economic focal point for the Maranoa Region,” Mr Hinchliffe said.
“The new pens and drafts on the eastern side and additional works on the western side will ensure that the holding capacity is increased, and cattle flow improved.
“There will be an overall reduction in cattle movements and weighing times, which also means there will be less stress on the stock, which is a very good thing for all.”
Agriculture Minister Mark Furner said the investment in the Roma Saleyards was a strategic commitment to the industry.
“The cattle industry is growing jobs in Queensland according to the most recent ABS figures,” Mr Furner said.
“This kind of infrastructure will make sure the industry has capacity to expand and grow the regional jobs we need today and into the future.”
The Roma Saleyards will be celebrating its 50th anniversary later this year.
