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Melons, machetes and a golden nugget for Gymkhana’s return

AFTER a washout last year led to the event being cancelled, Milparinka Gymkhana will return next weekend and with a few new drawcards to encourage attendance. Media officer for the Gymkhana, Tim Maxwell, said the barrels races this year should draw fierce competition thanks to an exciting prize. “One of the selling points this year […]

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