head station
Britishnoun
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When the selection is complete, the chosen herd is driven towards the head station yards, and the main body of cattle allowed to disperse again.
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Why mix in the quarrels and envying and strifes of the head station when silence and safety and peace may be found beyond the range?
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The hospitality of Mount Emu was proverbial, and the refinement that prevailed in all the arrangements at the head station gave additional value to the welcome that was extended to all travellers.
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The object of the expedition having been achieved, and the country deemed suitable for stocking, the party commenced their return journey, crossing the Leichhardt River at a rocky ford, where the scenery was beautiful and the site admirably adapted for a head station.
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Gracemere head station is on the south side of the Fitzroy River, and is distant seven miles from Rockhampton.
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