2024 Spring Sale Results:
Glenlea Beef and Fairfield Charolais
Glenlea Beef celebrates 50 years of continuous Charolais seedstock production and registration across three states this year.
The stud was founded in Tasmania in 1973, before Roderick Binny relocated the herd to northern NSW in 2010. Now numbering 1,000 purebred Charolais cows, Glenlea Beef has the scale to provide seedstock to all sectors of the industry.
OVERALL RESULTS
Glenlea Beef and Fairfield Charolais, Winton Sale, Friday, 19 July
Sold all 35 bulls offered, with an average of $9,557.
TOP PRICE
Glenlea Phoenix T318, a 23-month-old red Charolais bull, sold for $17,000 to KWG Contractors, Beauford Station, Alpha.
OVERALL RESULTS
Glenlea Beef and Fairfield Charolais, Clermont Sale, Friday, 16 August
Out of the 33 polled Charolais and four Simmentals offered, 23 bulls were sold, with an average of $6,935.
TOP PRICE
Glenlea Fairfield Phoenix U6, an 18-month-old polled bull, was purchased for $12,000 by Shane Benney, Merrigang, Clermont.
OVERALL RESULTS
Glenlea Beef and Fairfield Charolais, Roma Sale, Wednesday, 18 September
On offer were 64 Charolais, red Charolais, composite Charolais, and Angus-cross bulls. Of these, 59 lots were sold under the hammer, resulting in a 92 per cent clearance rate.
The average sale price was $7,459, representing an increase of nearly $200 compared to last year.
TOP PRICE
Glenlea Jr T243, a 23-month-old bull weighing 860kg, was the top-priced bull, selling for $22,000 to Chris Hall of Nymboida, New South Wales.
VENDOR COMMENT
“The whole Glenlea team would like to thank all buyers and underbidders, and we look forward to 2025 with a large selection of new genetics featuring sons of our imported sire SCX JEHU,” said Roderick Binny.
Carabar Angus
Founded in 2001 by the Hegarty family in Meandarra, Queensland, Carabar Angus Stud strives to produce top-quality Angus cattle that meet MSA standards.
They specialise in Angus genetics, selecting only the finest bulls and cows for their breeding program.
OVERALL RESULT
Eighth annual on-property Carabar bull sale, Friday, 27 September
Out of the 71 bulls offered, 66 were sold, resulting in a 93 per cent clearance rate and an average of $9,439.
TOP PRICE
Carabar Iceman T233, an AI son of 2021 Australian Angus record-breaking bull Texas Iceman, sold for $18,000 to the Meandarra stud.
VENDOR COMMENT
“Thank you to everyone who attended the sale today and those who bid on AuctionsPlus,” said Darren Hegarty.
Weetalabah Cattle
Breeding poll Gelbvieh cattle for the commercial industry, with high milk production, sound udders, correct structure, and good doability.
The temperament of our cattle is paramount, with no excuses. Horned and polled Hereford bulls are also occasionally available.
OVERALL RESULTS
Golden Advantage Sale, Thursday, 10 October
A total of 30 bulls were offered, comprising 18 purebred Gelbvieh bulls and 12 crossbred bulls. The majority were polled and paddock-reared, with a 62 per cent clearance rate achieved.
Eight crossbred bulls sold for an average of $2,375, and 10 purebred bulls sold for an average of $5,100.
TOP PRICE
The top price was $6,500 for a Calveston crossbred Gelbvieh bull, a 16-month-old horned red bull.
Ascot Cattle Co
We are a customer-focused Angus and Charolais breeding operation, aiming to deliver low-risk, thick, polled bulls bred with an MSA-targeted approach.
Our breeding headquarters are located at North Toolburra Station, Warwick, QLD, comprising 400 stud breeders.
OVERALL RESULTS
All Polled Ascot Spring Bull Sale, Friday, 20 September
All 73 Angus bulls offered were sold under the hammer, averaging $17,328.
The Angus females achieved a 100 per cent clearance rate, with an average of $9,935 and a top price of $30,000.
The Charolais bulls also achieved 100 per cent clearance, with all 65 lots sold, averaging $16,892.
Charolais females had a 97 per cent clearance rate, with 28 of 29 sold, averaging $4,821 and a top price of $8,000 to Yaccamunda Investments.
TOP PRICE
Ascot Universe U302, lot 33, was the top-priced bull, selling for $40,000 to Metcalfe Pastoral.
Universe U302 is a registered stud sire, sired by Dunoon Prime Minister P758 and out of Ascot Brenda R307.
VENDOR COMMENT
“We would like to sincerely thank our hardworking team—Clint Glenn, Tommy, Sarah Henry, and the Scots College parents and students for helping with the catering.
We also thank Oga Creative for their shared vision with our brand, as well as our buyers, underbidders, and agents,” said Jim and Jackie Wedge.
“We were very pleased that our bulls and heifers, born and raised with care and dedication, went to great homes.”
Talana Limousins
Since 1993, Talana Limousins has worked to produce cattle better suited to Queensland conditions, steadily adapting them to the local environment and markets. Over the years, the Grahams have refined their Limousin cattle to determine what type is best suited to the region.
OVERALL RESULTS
Talana Limousins bull sale, Thursday, 19 September
All 24 bulls offered were sold under the hammer, setting an Australian breed record with an average of $10,354.
TOP PRICE
Talana Poll Polo, a 28-month-old French Pure bull weighing 944kg, was the top-priced bull, selling for $20,000 to Lawrence and Pat Hack of Rocklea, Alpha.
Bunya Droughtmaster Bull Sale
OVERALL RESULTS
11th Annual Bunya Droughtmaster Bull Sale, Saturday, 7 September
A total of 71 bulls were offered at the Coolabunia Selling Complex, Kingaroy, with 56 bulls sold under the hammer and heading to new homes across the state.
TOP VENDOR AVERAGES
Vale View M – $13,000 for his single entry
Diamond Hill – $9,666 for three bulls
Caldy – $8,500 for four bulls
Vale View – $8,333 for three bulls
Sylvan Springs – $8,000 for two bulls
TOP PRICE
Vale View Gibbo 2, lot 36, offered by Dave and Colleen Smith of Vale View Droughtmasters, Manumbar, achieved the top price of $13,000. The 23-month-old bull, weighing 800kg, sold to Alan and Marj Martin, Burrandowan. Gibbo 2 is a milk tooth bull with an EMA scan of 134cm², fat measurements of 13/8, and an IMF of 5.5 per cent.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“A big thanks to all those who supported the sale, including buyers, vendors, sponsors, and selling agents GDL Stud Stock, Aussie Land and Livestock, and Stocklive,” the Bunya Sales Group said.
“Thanks also to those who attended and supported the Kilkivan State School Cattle Show Team – a quality group of students, teachers, and volunteers.”
Belmont Red Association Bull Sale
OVERALL RESULTS
Annual Belmont Red Association bull sale, Monday, 2 September
This year’s sale saw an increase in the average, with all 34 bulls sold under the hammer, reaching an average price of $9,558.
TOP PRICE
RJS230013 Wahroonga 230013, lot 14, offered by Robert and Jane Sherry of Wahroonga Belmont Reds, Clarke Creek, topped the sale at $20,000, selling to Maynard Senepols, Jambin. Wahroonga 230013 is sired by SEI130061 Seifert Belmont Reds 130061 and out of RJS190012 Wahroonga 190012.
The Grove Shorthorns
The Morgan family has been breeding Shorthorns in Queensland for over a century, determined to see The Grove’s influence on the beef industry continue. By combining strict visual evaluation with performance recording of large contemporary groups, The Grove can accurately describe their cattle’s genetic potential, allowing them to breed the desired phenotype with greater certainty.
OVERALL RESULTS
Annual on-property bull sale, Thursday, 19 September
The Grove sold all 103 bulls offered, with an increase in the sale average, which sat at $13,417.
TOP PRICE
This year, the top price of $45,000 was reached twice for two-year-old bulls.
The Grove T0466, a red bull weighing 1037kg with a scrotal circumference of 42cm, was purchased by Deepwater Farming, Brownlie family, Meandarra.
The Grove Teller T0412, a red bull weighing 982kg, was purchased by NSW stud Weebollabolla for $45,000.
Karbullah Poll Merinos
Mark and Vicki Murphy established Karbullah Poll Merinos in 2001, located 70km north of Goondiwindi. Their dual-purpose Merino stud produces around 1,100 stud and commercial ewes and 300 rams annually on their 8,000-acre Brigalow and Belah property. The Murphys focus on high productivity traits, superior wool quality, unique carcass characteristics, strong fertility, and survival instincts in their breeding program.
OVERALL RESULTS
Annual on-farm ram sale, Monday, 16 September
The Murphy family achieved a 100 per cent clearance rate from the 150 rams offered, with an average price of $1,674.66 per head.
ST and A Murphy, Mungindi, were the volume buyers. A total of 85-grade rams were sold during the sale.
TOP PRICE
The top-priced ram, lot 50, sold for $4,000 to John and Sheena Allen, Kioma. The ram ranked in the top 5 per cent for YEMD, YFAT, and YWEC, and the top 20 per cent for YSL, with a 17.1-micron fleece and a 100 per cent comfort factor.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“We are very pleased to see all the boys going to good homes and being put to work,” Mr and Mrs Murphy said.
“We’d like to thank McCulloch Agencies and StockLive for their support and efforts leading up to and during the sale, and to studstocksales.com for the photos and videos that made online purchasing easier.”
Bellevue Dorpers
Bellevue is a mixed agricultural enterprise run by lifelong farmers David and Robbie Curtis and their daughter Sophie. Bellevue Dorpers and White Dorper Stud, along with a commercial ewe enterprise producing MSA-accredited prime Dorper lamb, form the core of their business, which also includes summer and winter grain rotations, some of which are undergoing organic certification.
OVERALL RESULTS
Annual on-farm ram sale, Thursday, 26 September
Bellevue achieved a 100 per cent clearance rate for all 120 Dorper and White Dorper rams offered.
The 60 Dorper rams averaged $2,080, with a top price of $3,800 for lot four, purchased by the Bryant family, Mitchell.
The White Dorper rams averaged $2,140, with a top price of $4,400 for lot nine, purchased by Stillwater Ellangowan.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“We are so grateful and truly appreciate your support, and we wish everyone the best with their purchases,” David and Robbie Curtis said.
“To the Bellevue team, our family and friends – thank you for your wonderful help, we couldn’t have done it without you.”
47th Annual National Charbray Sale
OVERALL RESULTS
Monday, 30 September
The sale saw a 96 per cent clearance rate, with 72 out of 75 bulls sold at the CQLX Saleyards, Gracemere. The sale average was $9,826, with a gross of $707,500.
TOP PRICE
Trifecta Trojan, a 25-month-old heterozygous polled bull weighing 902kg with a 40cm scrotal circumference, was the top-priced bull, selling for $32,500 to John and Roz Mercer, Kandanga Valley, Gympie. Trifecta Trojan was offered by Bryce and Lucy Moore of Trifecta Charbrays, Mungallala.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“Achieving this is something all stud principals aspire to,” Bryce and Lucy said.
“We feel privileged to have done so among such a strong, consistent line of Charbray seedstock and among such committed, passionate fellow stud producers.”
Queensland Red Angus Power of Red X Sale
OVERALL RESULTS
Saturday, 14 September
For the 10th annual Power of Red sale, 21 out of the 26 lots were sold, achieving an 81 per cent clearance rate with an average price of $8,857. Seven of the nine females offered were sold, reaching a 78 per cent clearance rate with an average of $4,857.
TOP PRICE
Boonyouin Trailblazer T21, a 23-month-old bull weighing 780kg, topped the sale at $14,000. It was sold to Heather Davies, Rosemullion Red Angus, Goomburra, and offered by Maryanne Kearney, Boonyouin Red Angus, Kingaroy.
Bulliac Angus
Bulliac Angus operates its home base and bull preparation unit at “Wandaloo“ and “Wilga Dale“ east of Miles, Queensland. The cow herd is managed by the Hill and Bidgood families, spread across several properties in Miles, Uralla, and Emerald.
OVERALL SALE RESULTS
Annual bull sale, Thursday, 26 September
A total of 93 out of 115 bulls were sold, achieving an 81 per cent clearance rate with an average of $7,860, resulting in a gross of $731,000.
TOP PRICE
Bulliac Timberlake T122, lot 72, was the top-priced bull, selling for $19,000 to Brownleigh Farming and Grazing, Moree, NSW.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“Our sincere thanks to all buyers and everyone who attended today,” Bulliac Angus said.
“We are humbled by the strong support from repeat buyers.”
Brisbane Valley Santa Gertrudis Bull Sale
OVERALL RESULTS
Wednesday, 18 September
This year’s sale achieved a 94 per cent clearance rate, with an average selling price of $8,161.
TOP PRICE
Welbatch Yes Sir, lot 28, sold for $20,000 to Robert Lord, Kilterry Station, Julia Creek, offered by Welbatch Pastoral, Mummulgum, NSW.
The second-highest price bull, Welbatch Yellowstone, sold for $19,000 to Ruby Red Brangus.
Droughtmaster Diamond Genetics Sale
OVERALL RESULTS
Saturday, 28 September
The second annual Droughtmaster Diamond Genetics Sale sold 22 out of 34 bulls, achieving a 65 per cent clearance rate with an average price of $5,864.
The female section saw 23 of 43 lots sold, reaching a 53.5 per cent clearance rate with an average price of $3,696.
TOP PRICE
The top price of $12,000 was reached twice. Diamond Hill Banjo, lot 24, was sold to Tomawill and Ironhide Droughtmasters, and Major Checkmate, lot 28, was sold to Leon Brennan, both offered by Major Droughtmasters.
Pathfinder Angus
Pathfinder Angus is a seedstock beef cattle business based near Penshurst, Victoria, with three annual bull sales in Victoria, South Australia, and at Roma, Queensland. It is owned and operated by Nick and Sara Moyle and their family.
OVERALL RESULTS
Friday, 20 September
At the 10th annual sale, 104 out of 106 bulls were sold, achieving a 98 per cent clearance rate with an average of $8,950. The top price reached $21,000.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“The Pathfinder Team would like to thank all the purchasers and underbidders for their ongoing support of our Pathfinder program,” Pathfinder Angus said.
Glenisa Angus
Established in 1994, Glenisa Angus is owned by Ced Wise and family. Originally a stone fruit orchard and vineyard, the property ‘Glenisa’ has evolved into the centre of Glenisa Angus’ stud and commercial operation, spanning 10,000 acres of semi-improved properties.
OVERALL RESULTS
Bull and commercial female sale, Friday, 6 September
The Glenisa Angus bull sale achieved a 98 per cent clearance rate, with 38 out of 40 lots sold, averaging $10,473 and grossing $398,000.
The commercial Angus weaner heifers achieved a 100 per cent clearance rate, selling all 50 lots at an average price of $1,760, grossing $48,000.
TOP PRICE
Repeat buyers, the Nobbs family of Yeoman Cattle Company, Bauhinia, purchased the top-priced bull, Glenisa Tex Powerplay U202, for $30,000. The 18-month-old son of $108,000 Texas Powerplay weighed 808kg.
VENDOR COMMENTS
“We received great support from both repeat and new buyers of Glenisa genetics,” the Glenisa team said.
“We wish you every success with your purchases and look forward to catching up with you to see how your stock matures and performs.”
Broadwater Angus
Although newcomers to the stud stock scene, Broadwater Angus has been involved in breeding and feeding cattle for over 20 years. Their business has evolved from growing out steers for the local butcher trade to a stud Angus breeding operation.
OVERALL RESULTS
Annual on-property bull sale, Friday, 6 September
The third annual sale achieved a 58 per cent clearance rate, selling 25 out of 43 bulls with an average price of $7,760, grossing $194,000.
TOP PRICE
Broadwater Terra Firma T120 sold as the top-priced bull, fetching $19,000 from Paul Cleary, Southern Downs.
Cooninda Santa Gertrudis
OVERALL RESULTS
Annual on-property bull sale, Monday, 23 September
The 14th annual sale saw 44 out of 54 bulls sold, reaching an 81 per cent clearance rate with an average price of $9,340, grossing $411,000.
TOP PRICE
The top price of $26,000 was reached twice during the sale. Cooninda Front U250, lot one, sold to Lance Kim and Neil Baker of Woodmillar Santa Gertrudis Stud, Gayndah.
Cooninda Unit U500, a 25-month-old poll-scurred bull, lot 19, was sold for the same price to Golden Pastoral Holdings, Nullin, Yuleba.
