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Gladstone’s jewel in its industrial crown will celebrate a significant milestone this weekend, as it surpasses 107 years in operation.
The Gladstone Harbour Board, now the Gladstone Ports Corporation, first met in 1914 and since then it has grown into Australia’s premier-multi commodity port and the gateway for Australian jobs, trade and prosperity for the community and state.
Acting CEO Craig Walker said GPC was steeped in history and part of Central Queensland’s DNA. Acting Secretary KJ Lee, WR Golding Operator AG Greasley and and WH Turner at Auckland Point in 1964.
“The Port’s shipping history stretches back to the 1880s when live horse exports were handled at the then timber Auckland Point Jetty,” Mr Walker said.