Butchers shutting up shop in the outback
Multiple butcher shops are closing across outback Queensland due to economic pressures and a shortage of apprentices. Julia Creek's only butcher shop shut down earlier this month after 16 years in operation, while Aramac's will close in August. Owners cite declining tourism, struggling local economies, and difficulty finding younger workers willing to learn the trade.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 22:27 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 22:30 UTC
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