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For the around 70 people who reside in Muttaburra, they can boast about living in the town that is geographically the closest to the centre of Queensland. And, central to the history of the town of Muttaburra is the racing industry, with a day at the races something that the people in the area have always cherished. Source: www.racingqueensland.com.au/news/july-2021/club-spotlight...

The following text may have some connection with the persons in the photo: Family History Muttaburra Memories Betty Bowden is the daughter of Lizzie and Sonny Bowden. She was the youngest girl in the family and a good tennis player and baker of excellent sponge cakes. She met James O’Dwyer when he was posted to Muttaburra as the Primary School Teacher in 1940. They were married in 1942. The Bowdens were salt of the earth, hardworking and kind people. A member of the family worked as a stockman and station manager and at the time caught wild horses (brumbies) which he then ‘tamed’ and probably sold. He also kept a horse or two to take part in the Muttaburra horse races. Having wild horses jumping and rushing around in the backyard (fenced off, but just) was a different experience. The family also had a young jockey sharing a room with a family member. Source: www.muttaburra.com/family-histories/betty-bowden-and-jame...

The bush racing club started more than 100 years ago and says the tradition is still going strong. The dirt race track has been graded in a sheep paddock on Hillview Station, north of Muttaburra. Towers Hill Race Club president Kym Westcott says a 102-year history makes it one of the oldest country meetings in the state. "It's just in the middle of a paddock - Hillview Station just half an hour north of Muttaburra," he said. "There is a massive big shed there where we have our bar and our catering facilities. "In front of that is a big dirt race track - it was green about a week or so ago because Hillview looks quite spectacular at the moment ... but it's just a dirt track that we grade once a year and get ready for the race meeting." Mr Westcott says it is becoming harder to continue the tradition because of new workplace safety rules for race clubs but local graziers are determined to keep it going. "It's been going for 102 years - we've been racing for 92 years, because of droughts and so on there have been some years where the race club actually can't race because of horses' conditions," he said. "It is one of the older clubs in the state and it will continue. "We've got a great little committee at the moment and everyone gets involved and no one wants to see it die." Source: www.abc.net.au/news/2011-04-29/bush-race-club-continues-1...

The 1930s is probably one of the most fascinating periods in history. The world experienced a dramatic transition from the luxurious roaring twenties to the Great Depression to the onslaught of World War II. Throughout the tumultuous 1930s, women’s clothing had a consistent and distinct style. Makeup was on point, bobs still rocked the finger waves, and eyebrows had to be threaded and filled to perfection. Read on to find out what makes 1930s fashion worth revisiting! 1930s Ladies’ Fashion: The 10 Best Styles Of The Era 10. Criminally Chic Infamous gangsters Bonnie and Clyde not only caught the attention of the world through their serial bank robberies and gang activities, but they also rocked the fashion world with their style. Bonnie Parker inspired many with her fashion choices, including her wool beret, silk scarf, knit sweater, and a tweed skirt ensemble (gun not included). 9. Set Sail Into Style Spice up your summer look with nautical themes! The popular wide-leg trousers were obviously associated with sailors, especially with the strong colour palette of blues, reds, and white. The wide-leg trouser paired perfectly with the middy, sailor blouse. Check out this chic nautical outfit worn by American film actress Marian Marsh in 1932! 25 FEB 2020 1930s Fashion for Women: The Golden Age Of Glamour Getty The 1930s is probably one of the most fascinating periods in history. The world experienced a dramatic transition from the luxurious roaring twenties to the Great Depression to the onslaught of World War II. Throughout the tumultuous 1930s, women’s clothing had a consistent and distinct style. Makeup was on point, bobs still rocked the finger waves, and eyebrows had to be threaded and filled to perfection. Read on to find out what makes 1930s fashion worth revisiting! RELATED: Jackie Kennedy's iconic fashion moments 1930s Fashion For Women: Glamour In The Great Depression The civilised world went into years of deprivation when the Wall Street stock market crashed and created what History considered as “the worst economic downturn in the history of the industrialised world”. Fashion quickly adapted to this economic turmoil with the emergence of the ready-to-wear market. The average person could not afford to have all their clothes tailored, so stylish wardrobe pieces at a more affordable price point flourished. In contrast to the economic struggles, the golden era of cinema started in the 30s, seducing the world with its curious look into the glamorous Hollywood lifestyle. The sartorial influence from the silver screen showcased a fantasy the average household could no longer afford. A black and white photo of a group of women in winter coats Getty As the 1920s flapper look started to become passé, the highly coveted Hollywood glamour became all the rage! Greta Garbo rocked the side-parted hair. Joan Crawford donned the puffed sleeves. Marlene Dietrich wore menswear with absolute perfection – and women all over the world followed. 1930s Ladies’ Fashion: The 10 Best Styles Of The Era 10. Criminally Chic Infamous gangsters Bonnie and Clyde not only caught the attention of the world through their serial bank robberies and gang activities, but they also rocked the fashion world with their style. Bonnie Parker inspired many with her fashion choices, including her wool beret, silk scarf, knit sweater, and a tweed skirt ensemble (gun not included). These pieces can be worn individually to spruce up any look but even worn as a whole outfit, this would definitely hold up today. Talk about being notoriously chic! Bonnie and Clyde (1967) - IMDbPublished by Vivien | Through The Looking Glass 9. Set Sail Into Style Spice up your summer look with nautical themes! The popular wide-leg trousers were obviously associated with sailors, especially with the strong color palette of blues, reds, and white. The wide-leg trouser paired perfectly with the middy, sailor blouse. Check out this chic nautical outfit worn by American film actress Marian Marsh in 1932! 8. Housewife Chic Who said being comfortable and stylish is impossible? Definitely not these housewives from the 1930s. Women back then still wanted to stay stylish even during the times they spend inside the household. A short-sleeved, mid-calf length frock with an accentuated waist was considered the most basic and common cut of the house dress. Sounds a bit boring, no? Luckily, housewives had the option to play around and jazz the basic form with various prints and different necklines to choose from. 7. Yes Sir to Faux Fur Nothing quite says vintage opulence like a luxurious fur coat. If having a full coat of fur is too much, you could tone it down and opt for outerwear with fur trimming instead. Nowadays, opt for faux fur or source vintage coats for a much more eco-friendly approach. 6. Art Deco Jewellery The economical changes also affected the jewellery industry. Jewellery pieces continued to be made with extravagant designs but with cheaper materials, creating what we now know as costume jewellery. According to Vintage Dancer, these accessories “were made cheaply with faux materials such as painted glass instead of real pearls or bakelite, a form of plastic, instead of gemstones”. This way, even the average woman could still exude extravagance with an illusion of grandeur! 5. Cinched To Perfection One of the most obvious fashion differences between the 30s and the 20s was the dress silhouette and the newly welcomed emphasis on women’s waistlines. Dresses accentuating the woman’s natural curves started to become all the rage in the thirties. Slim waists, sometimes accessorised with a belt, took over the drop waist look popularly found in flapper-style dresses of the 1920s. Here’s to celebrating the female form! 4. Make Waves in Jumpsuits In the 1930s, the jumpsuits and wide-legged pants hit the mainstream after fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli introduced it to the market. Even while just spending a day at the beach, women back then definitely knew how to dress with style no matter what the occasion! 3. The Old Hollywood Glamour Channel your inner silver screen siren and capture the look of the old Hollywood glam. Whether it be a cocktail dress, party dress, ball gown, or even a wedding dress, look to the 30s for some inspiration! Iconic evening dresses were magnificently sleek and used fabrics like velvet, satin, and silk. Don’t forget some shoes and Art Deco-inspired costume jewelry to complete the full look ala Jean Harlow and Carole Lombard. 2. Power Puff Sleeve Way before Audrey Hepburn’s Holly Golightly, there was already Joan Crawford’s Letty Lynton. Designer Gilbert Adrian designed the puffed sleeve to give the illusion of smaller hips, resulting in one of the most iconic dresses in early Hollywood fashion. According to Marie Claire, the gown caught the eye of so many women that budget replicas were sprouting all across America. Big-time department store Macy’s even sold 15,000 imitation dresses! 1. It’s A Man’s World On-screen celebrities Marlene Dietrich and Katharine Hepburn challenged gender norms by donning menswear. These two iconic women brought menswear-inspired fashion to the forefront in the 1930s and paved the way in making men’s fashion pieces acceptable (and sexy!) for women. Source; www.who.com.au/1930s-fashion-women

Highlights of Moments in Queensland Racing History! Mid 1880's Track established "by the creek" - Albion Park - with a sand surface. It was purchased by Melbourne businessman, John Wren in 1910, and unregistered race meetings were conducted. In 1924 the Brisbane Amateur Turf Club was formed and purchased Albion Park from Mr. Wren for 300,000 pounds ($600,000). Source: www.teamthoroughbreds.com.au/articles/highlights-of-momen...

Remembering The Creek, Brisbane’s quirky sand racetrack The Creek, Brisbane’s now-defunct Albion Park racecourse, holds special memories for many horse-racing enthusiasts of a certain age. Known as “The Creek” because it was bounded by Breakfast Creek which runs into the nearby Brisbane River, it was an all-weather sand track that provided an alternative to the more upmarket grass tracks of Eagle Farm and Doomben. In hindsight, it could be argued that it wasn’t a smart decision to locate a racetrack in such a flood-prone position. Many times since the track was established about 1854, officials had to clean up after such an event. In a measure of the benefits of a sand track, racing re-started two weeks after the 1974 flood receded. It took workers several days to remove the silt and debris. Gallopers such as Recovery, St Aubin, Auction, Lucky Ring, and Red Seas mostly won at Albion Park and were referred to as champion “Creekers”. The Creek was never going to survive long-term as horse racing expanded. It was the stuff of another era, filled with characters and situations that will be hard for some to comprehend. As well, harness racing events were included on the program on occasions and those who had standardbred horses back then could not have imagined that one day the location would become a world-class venue for that racing code. The site is now headquarters to both harness racing and greyhounds and is still known as The Creek, but many would know little of the history behind that title. Just a short walk from The Creek is the iconic Breakfast Creek Hotel which has long held a reputation as one of Brisbane’s best steakhouses and gathering places. Source: nunn.com.au/the-creek/

Interesting to see almost all spectators are male, and almost all, except just a few, wearing hats.