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Western Queensland Livestock Exchange - WQLX

WQLX is ideally positioned in the Western
Queensland region, allowing both buyers and
producers access to all major corridors. WQLX
boasts the highest quality spelling and transit facility
in QLD, with soft Thompson River water, shade
infrastructure and bunk feeding with high quality
ration combining cereal and pasture hay. WQLX is

WQLX is currently undergoing a $5.2 million upgrade,
which will deliver a world class facility. Regular sales
will recommence in April 2022, following completion
of major work.
FACTS & FIGURES
Saleyard operator name: AAM Operations Pty Ltd
Physical address: Cramsie-Muttaburra Road Longreach QLD
4730
Contact person: Clare McNeven
Phone number: 0428 582 034
Livestock sold through facility: Cattle
Capacity: 12,000 Cattle
Website: www.aamig.com.au
Facilities: Administration centre, amenities, canteen, truck
wash, full deck weight bridge, automated drafting, spell
pens

In FY20 WQLX:
• Supported the movement of 75,000 cattle in transit
• Weighed 41,000 head of cattle for producers
• Provided tailored feeding to 151,000 head of cattle,
equaling 831 tonnes of fodder

With the upgrades delivered to WQLX, it is
estimated to:
• Increase transit cattle to 130,000
• Increase feeding to 190,000
• Reintroduce sales and build towards the target of
10,000 throughout by 2026
• New sustainable drought resistant business strategy
• Improve buyer competition and market
competitiveness
Other facts
• WQLX’s location is vital to manage both driver fatigue
and animal welfare during movements from NT and
Western QLD to market
• With access to Thompson River water, animal
Hydration and animal welfare outcomes are
improved
• Improved facilities will deliver animal benefits of up
to $40/head

WQLX

Western Queensland Livestock Exchange

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