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Irish luck for Birdsville Cup win

Emily Finnegan, David Brook, Nell Brook and Tommy Stokes. Picture: Matt Williams.

The prestigious 1600m TAB Birdsville Cup is staying close to home, with the Brook family taking home the cup after […]

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