Rural

30 March 2026

Cattle markets – Laidley

615 HEAD were sold Thursday at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale. A plainer yarding came to hand this week. Cows, feeders, backgrounders and quality cattle continued to sell well, while plainer cattle were easier to the previous sale. Cliff Walker...

30 March 2026

Coominya forum to shape water project

LOCAL growers will have the chance to shape one of Queensland’s most significant water infrastructure projects in decades, with a public forum set to be held in the town next month. The session, to be held at Coominya Hall on April 9, marks the next ...

30 March 2026

Moreton Saleyards market report

Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported an increased yarding of 974 head of cattle. Quality lines of heavy pasture steers sold firm in line with last week’s strong rates. Pens of weaner and restocker steers also sold very well with strong competitio...

30 March 2026

Charolais x Weaner Steers Sell to $1690/ head at Toogoolawah

Shepherdson & Boyd reported a top quality yarding of 1079 head at Toogoolawah Store Sale on Friday the 20th of March which saw Charolais x weaner steers top at $1690. Heavy feeder steers were in shorter supply but sold to very strong rates to reach $...

28 March 2026

Rural boost

Rural communities are set to benefit from a major shift in national health funding, with a new agreement introducing targeted measures to address long-standing gaps in regional healthcare. The newly announced 2026–2031 National Health Reform Agreemen...

24 March 2026

Moreton Saleyards market report

Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported an increased yarding of 947 head of cattle. An outstanding yarding of heavy cows sold firm compared to last week’s very strong market. Heavy steers and ox created strong competition as did heavy 4 & 6 tooth he...

24 March 2026

Cattle markets – Woodford

314 head were sold today at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale. The market remained fully firm for all types, with Western buyers operating with strong rates. Dakabin High School sold a Lowline bull for $2400 and cows for $1720. Mona Daley, Wootha...

17 March 2026

Moreton Saleyards market report

Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported a wet weather affected yarding of 442 head of cattle. A large run of heavy pasture steers came to hand and sold to very strong rates with a full panel of buyers in attendance. Cows once again met a very strong...

17 March 2026

Rain brings mixed relief for Australian farmers

Recent widespread rainfall across parts of New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria and South Australia is providing cautious optimism for drought-affected farming communities. Farmers have welcomed the break in dry conditions, with early signs of impro...