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Fifty years on, Julius Dam continues to sustain outback communities

Original report: ABC Queensland · 1 November 2026 at 11:00 am (Brisbane time)

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ABC Queensland reports on "Fifty years on, Julius Dam continues to sustain outback communities". Its published summary states: When Julius Dam opened in 1976, it was hailed as the answer to Mount Isa's water shortages. Half a century later, the engineering achievement continues to support communities and industry across North West Queensland.. For the complete account and further updates, see the original reporting linked below.

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