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Locals excited as travellers roll infor outback's biggest racing event

It is a classic outback event, and despite a slow start to the tourism season, thousands have gathered for the annual Birdsville Races, including two busloads of travellers from New South Wales who have vowed to donate their winnings to charity.

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Australia — Jay Carstens