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G'day ,
I met Frank Shadforth at the Kimberley Pilbara Cattlemen's Association (KPCA) Conference in Broome last year. Frank is a true NT cattleman from Seven Emu Station on the Gulf of Carpentaria, east of Borroloola.
Frank’s father, Willie Shadforth, was a cattle drover and horse trader and among the first known Aboriginal people to purchase a pastoral lease in the Northern Territory, paying cash for Seven Emu Station in 1953. The Gulf country property has remained in the family ever since, passing from Willie to Frank and now to his son Clarry.
At the conference I don’t reckon five minutes passed without someone stopping to say G’day to Frank. It seemed everyone had worked with Frank, knew his family or had a story from the Gulf country to share. By the end of the day I’d started calling him 'Famous Frank' - a quiet legend whose reputation has been built the bush way: through relationships, respect and years of simply turning up for people.
Although he probably wouldn't like all the attention he's recently received...
Frank was recently awarded the Order of Australia Medal for his decades of service to young people in the Gulf and Northern Territory. As well as running cattle in the Gulf country, he’s invested his time helping both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal teens reconnect with their culture whilst teaching them about basic work skills including working on the cattle station, land management, tourism on country, hunting, fishing, construction and mechanical skills, bush tucker and bush medicine activities.
Frank joined a panel of speakers during the conference, discussing 'Walking together through legacy, labour and land', and delighted the audience with his simple but powerful message: "Slow Down!" he said. His view is simple: look after country, listen to Indigenous knowledge and take only what you need so the land stays healthy for the next generation.
For young people considering a career in agriculture, stories like Frank’s show the broader impact of working in the bush.
Good on you. Famous Frank.
Hooroo for now,
Simon
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OUR SPONSOR THIS WEEK: Thank you to Peter Beard from Dechra. For nearly 20 years, TriSolfen has played a crucial role in Gold Standard pain relief and wound care for our Northern Pastoralists. Regarded by Industry as an essential component during surgical procedures such as dehorning and castration for our precious calves and weaners. Peter's dedication to animal care aligns with RFTTE's community's values.
CLEANING UP MICKEY'S
I&L Contract Mustering operates a mustering camp working on some of the most picturesque stations across the Northern Territory and Western Australia.
PART OF THE FAMILY
We are a small operation and require one Station Hand only. This role would suit an experienced person travelling with a partner who is not looking for employment on the property.
DOWN TO THE STOCKYARD
Stockyard are on the hunt for an Environmental Maintenance Hand and Livestock Hand to join our award-winning lot-feeding team at Kerwee Feedlot in QLD's Darling Downs region.
THE WEST IS BEST
Are you looking for more than just a job? Are you excited by the idea of living and working in a remote, picturesque location? Harvest Road have the perfect opportunity for you!
NOW THIS IS BIG
RTA require a Fleet Controller in KAlgoorlie, WA; a Livestock Manager in Muchea, WA; Boilermakers/ Fabricators, Road Train Drivers and a Heavy Duty Mechanical Fitter in WA, NT & QLD.
PASSION FOR HORSES & CATTLE?
Stanbroke are looking for an enthusiastic Livestock Hand to join their team at Bottle Tree Feedlot near Chinchilla, and help maintain our high standards of animal care and welfare.
THE BATCHELOR BUTCHER
Eva Valley Meats is the pioneer boutique paddock-to-plate beef cattle processing facility in the Northern Territory. We would consider a 6 or 12 month contract for the right person.
ON YOUR BIKE
The role is typically to help with mustering (motorbike) so some experience with cattle is desirable. There will also be a list of other various tasks that will be required between cattle work.
SHEEP STATIONS
Jumbuck Pastoral require a Junior Overseer at Commonwealth Hill Station and a Station Cook at Bulgunnia Station, both sheep stations are in SA. Excellent benefits are on offer.
BIG RIGS AND HARVESTERS
Agway Recruitment require a Senior Operations Leader for a fast paced contracting business near Katherine, NT; and an MC Driver for livestock and grain work locally and Brisbane runs.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 22nd FEB
Dunkeld Pastoral require a Maintenance Manager & Station Caretaker (Couple) for their cattle station/ conservation property on the Gibb River Road in the Kimberley WA. Excellent benefits on offer.
THE SKIES THE LIMIT
AAM require a Station Pilot and Administration Officer at Limbunya Station, NT; and a Feedyard Assistant at Maryfield Station near Daly Waters and 200km south of Katherine NT.
LATEST AACo. JOBS NT & QLD
AACo was established in 1824 and is Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. They are seeking to fill roles across their farms, feeding facilities and cattle stations in NT & QLD.
16,000 SCU FEEDLOT
At Wambo Feedlot you will be involved in livestock handling – inducting, drafting, and cattle dispatch, Moving cattle from pen to pen on foot. Accommodation is available.
LORD OF THE MACHINES
Arubial's Lillyvale Feedlot near Condamine is now seeking multiple Machinery Operators and an MC Driver. Competitive wage and employee accommodation available.
FEEDLOT CAREER
G2 Agri Group require a Livestock Hand at our feedlot near Kyabram, who has a genuine interest in the feedlot industry and is willing to commit to our mission of producing top-quality beef.
JOB STABILITY & PROGRESSION
Reporting to the Livestock Manager/Feedlot 2IC at ACC's Brindley Park Feedlot, you’ll become an integral part of the feedlot leadership team. Includes a a/c 2 bedroom cottage.
MAD MAX COUNTRY
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in livestock welfare, station presentation, and working as part of a small, capable team. On-station accommodation provided.
INTEGRAL TO THE TEAM
In this hands-on role with Lemontree Feedlot, a modern 20,000 head beef feedlot at Millmerran, you will be an integral part of the farm operations, responsible for the care and welfare of livestock. With a focus on animal health and productivity, you will contribute to the overall success of the feedlot.
PAIN RELIEF - A BETTER CHOICE
Equi-Solfen® anaesthetic and antiseptic spray provides 4-in-1 solution for pain relief and wound care for horses with superficial skin wounds. Dechra Gold Standard promotes best-practice pain relief for livestock — especially lambs and calves.
