New book on the history of Portland Downs launched at dinner

Sally Gall
Updated June 19 2017 - 5:06pm, first published 1:00pm
Pictures by Sally Cripps

One of the earliest properties to be settled on the frontier country along the Barcoo River in western Queensland, Portland Downs, has captured the imagination of retired engineer-turned-historical writer Ian Waples, who launched his book on the property’s history on Saturday.

Sally Gall

Sally Gall

Senior journalist - Queensland Country Life/North Queensland Register

Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I've raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region - its history, tourism, education and communications. Get in touch at 0427 575 955 if you've got a story idea for me.

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