“Gorge Creek” is approximately 43,500 Hectares (107,492 Acres) and located 220km by road north of Hughenden and 400km to Townsville. The average rainfall is approximately 32-inches. Mail is delivered twice a week from Hughenden which offers a hospital, two schools, and a daycare, along with the usual small town business services, including flights up to 3 times weekly. Cattle weigh facilities are also available at Hughenden and Saleyards are located at Charters Towers which is 400km away.
“Gorge Creek” is a large forest type grazing/breeding property. The property grows an abundance of predominately native grasses and strong influence of Seca Stylo and Wynne Cassia. Water is supplied by 8 bores and numerous dams and springs. Given the abundance of water, it lends itself to further development and possible increased carrying capacity, which is currently estimated to be 3,000 breeders. 2,000 acres has been previously cultivated (now has regrowth) and could potentially be used to grow hay annually.
There is a large set of cattle yards of steel and timber construction that can handle 1,200 head, a large machinery shed, and a lick/feed shed. There is a small and dated 3-bedroom cottage located near the machinery shed with solar power connected.
There is an 800-meter air strip on the property that needs maintenance.
The property is offered for sale with approximately 1,900 head of branded females and followers. Some plant also available.
“Gorge Creek” has been identified as having an enormous renewable energy potential and the vendor is currently in negotiation with interested parties.
“Gorge Creek” offers a rare opportunity to purchase large scale norther breeder property with good access an enormous development potential. For genuine sale.
For further details or to book an inspection, please contact Brett Christie.