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CQ cattleman Alan Acton killed in helicopter accident

WELL-KNOWN Central Queensland cattleman Alan Acton has passed away as a result of a helicopter mustering accident today on his property,140km west of Rockhampton.

Alan Acton

Mr Acton, 65, and his family ran the Wilpeena Cattle Co. He is survived by his wife and three children.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has started an investigation into the ‘collision with terrain’ of the four-seat Robinson R44 helicopter.

“ATSB investigators have now commenced early evidence collection and assessment activities, including gathering information from first responders and other…

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