51 Backgrounder Heifers
Lot 325 · MITCHELL, Southern Queensland
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William McArthur (Level 3 Accredited)
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BRETT & SANDY SOUTHERN - “GLADFEILD", MITCHELL, QLD
Lot Id
3K triangle
PIC Number(s)
QFMZ0193
Accreditation(s)
LPA
Time of Last Access to Feed
6:00pm 18/08/2026
Time Assessed
12:00pm 19/08/2026
Hours off Feed
18 hours


Average Weight
At Assessment
19/08/2026
Live
216.6 kgs
Dressed
101.8 kgs (Est. Av. Drs. 47%)
Weight Range
172 kgs to 305 kgs Liveweight
At Est Kill/Del Date
23/08/2026 (2 days)
Live
210.1 kgs based on -3% Del. Adj.
Dressed
101.8 kgs
Live weight gain 0 kgs/day
Weight Range
167 kgs to 296 kgs Liveweight at delivery
Assessment: Individual on 19/08/2026 Sampled: 51 Head (100%)
Weight Class Weight Range Fat Scores
1 2 Totals
Dressed Live 0-2 3-6
09 70.1 - 90.0 149 - 191 8% 2% 10%
11 90.1 - 110.0 192 - 234 70% 2% 72%
13 110.1 - 130.0 234 - 277 8% 8% 16%
15 130.1 - 150.0 277 - 319 0% 2% 2%
Totals 86% 14% 100%
Comment on Fat Score 1 Cattle
All score 1 heifers are inn good condition and are certainly fit to travel any required distances.
Breeds
Sire Dam
16 Head Santa Gertrudis Santa Gertrudis
13 Head Santa Gertrudis Brangus
8 Head Santa Gertrudis Santa Cross
7 Head Santa Gertrudis Angus Cross
4 Head Santa Gertrudis Simmental Cross
3 Head Santa Gertrudis Charolais Cross
Ext. Breed
Noted approx. 2 brindles all flat backs though (see photos).
Horn Status
41 Polled 3 Horned 6 Dehorned 1 Scurred
Age
6 - 10 Months
Age Brands: All No6's
Weaning
Cattle weaned 06/08/2026
Heifers have been yard weaned and handled through yards with dogs.
Temperament
Yards
Quiet: 49 head
Slightly Stirry: 2 head
Crush
Quiet: 31 head
Slightly Stirry: 18 head
Stirry: 2 head
Paddock
Temperament not assessed in Paddock
Weaner heifers moved quietly through yards provided it was done at a slow pace. Under pressure they behaved like a typical weaners with a tendency to move quicker, especially if they became isolated from the main mob. Handled well through the force and race but small number did resent being up close and personal on the scales in the crush but were quick to settle once released.
Handled With
Aerial (Helicopters, gyro’s and planes) , Bikes , Dogs , Horses
Assessor Comments
Buyers, presented is a great opportunity to purchase a line of good quality, quiet, mainly flatback crossbred heifers. Majority of the heifers appear to be flatback types however there are some heifers (maybe 5-10 head) with some Brangus content so consequently a slight crest and longer ear. These heifers would be ideal to put into a fresh paddock, crop, feed or to retain as future breeders. They are nice soft heifers and are developing very well to possess plenty of bone, depth of barrel and muscling. Vendor also has a line of 62 steers in this sale as well.
Assessor
William McArthur (Level 3 Accredited) Phone: 0499 885 245
Burr/Seed in Coat
No Burr or Seed of weeds declared noxious observed in the coats at assessment
HGP Status
The owner declares that the cattle have not been treated with HGP at any period of their lives
Chemical Residue
Clear - No known history.
Vendor Bred
Yes
Stock History
These heifers have been bred mainly from mixed breed vendor bred cows.
Lifetime Traceable
100 % of cattle in this lot are Lifetime Traceable
Breeding Comments
Santa Gertrudis bulls have been purchased from Yarrawonga and Bullamakinka.
Grazing Conditions
Buffel grass, Urochloa and native grasses.
Returned to: Will be held in yards and fed oaten hay with some vetch in it.
Vendor Comments
A good line of annual turnoff heifers, surplus to needs.
Joining Details
Not Station Mated
Any Access To Bulls or Stags?
To vendor's best knowledge, this lot has had no access to bulls or stags.
Delivery Period
23/08/2026 to 25/08/2026 (3 days)
Delivery Point
“Gladfeild" cattle yards, 38kms south of Mitchell, 173kms north of St George.
MITCHELL QLD 4465
Lat: -26.4845732 / Lng: 147.9762859
Ticks
Cattle are not in a tick infested area.
NLIS Transfer
Vendor/Agent willing to Scan and Transfer cattle AT BUYER REQUEST at cost of $0.00/head
Agent Contact
William McArthur
Mobile 0499 885 245
Trucking Access
Road Train
Wet Weather Accessible
No
Loading Facilities
Side Loading, Rear Loading
Trucking Access Additional Directions
Road train access, not all weather road.
Delivery Comments
24 hours notice required. Will not be able to load cattle before 10:00am on the 12-5-25.
Trading Terms
Intending buyers be advised Elders terms are strictly CBD unless debt can be accepted by a nominated agency or an approved Elders account is in place.
Movement Restrict.
None provided. [Please note: It is the responsibility of the Purchaser to satisfy all state compliances in regard to the movement of this lot.]
Special Conditions
Buyer to advise all delivery instructions in writing post sale including the details required for the NVD.
Sale Types
$/Head
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WEANER & YEARLING SALE
No. 128739 · Fri, 21 August 2026, 9:00 AM (SYD, NSW) AEST
WA 7:00 AM · NT 8:30 AM · QLD 9:00 AM · SA 8:30 AM
William McArthur Assessor & Delivery Agent
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