Queensland's vast stock route of more than 72,000 kilometres has received its first upgrade in 10 years. Drovers are being urged to use the updated system to prepare their trips in advance to keep their stock safe, particularly heading into a drier than usual season. 7NEWS at 6pm. More local news: 7news.com.au/news/qld #7NEWS | 7NEWS Mackay

42K views · 595 reactions | Queensland police are rounding up more officers to join the stock squad. The team of officers based in Millmerran track down thieves who steal livestock in rural areas - a crime that sees millions of dollars worth of cattle stolen every year. "We've averaged complaints where we're looking at a bit over 4000 head of cattle stolen for each year." - Acting Detective Inspector, Jim Lacey. 7NEWS at 6pm. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS | 7NEWS Toowoomba | Facebook