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75 Backgrounder Heifers
1-325628
Lot 119
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BLACKALL, Western Queensland
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Assessor Comments
Nick Handley (Level 1 Accredited)
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THE CHATHAM TRUST & THE MOONBONG TRUST -
"RAVENSBOURNE", BLACKALL, QLD
PIC Number(s)
QABA0075
Accreditation(s)
LPA
, Organic
(3950000208)
scale Weights
Time of Last Access to Feed
6:00am 14/09/2026
Time Assessed
8:00am 14/09/2026
Hours off Feed
2 hours
Average Weight
At Assessment
14/09/2026
Live
461.2 kgs
Dressed
226.0 kgs (Est. Av. Drs. 49%)
Weight Range
354 kgs to 536 kgs Liveweight
At Est Kill/Del Date
21/09/2026 (5 days)
Live
447.4 kgs based on -3% Del. Adj.
Dressed
226.0 kgs
Live weight gain 0 kgs/day
Weight Range
343 kgs to 520 kgs Liveweight at delivery
| Assessment: Individual on 14/09/2026 Sampled: 75 Head (100%) | |||||||||
| Weight Class | Weight Range | Fat Scores | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 L | 3 H | Totals | ||||||
| Dressed | Live | 3-6 | 7-9 | 10-12 | |||||
| 18 | 160.1 - 180.0 | 327 - 367 | 0% | 1% | 1% | 2% | |||
| 20 | 180.1 - 200.0 | 368 - 408 | 3% | 9% | 3% | 15% | |||
| 22 | 200.1 - 220.0 | 408 - 449 | 9% | 5% | 0% | 14% | |||
| 24 | 220.1 - 240.0 | 449 - 490 | 9% | 24% | 3% | 36% | |||
| 26 | 240.1 - 260.0 | 490 - 531 | 8% | 17% | 5% | 30% | |||
| 28 | 260.1 - 280.0 | 531 - 571 | 0% | 0% | 3% | 3% | |||
| Totals | 29% | 56% | 15% | 100% | |||||
fact_check Assessed
Breeds
| Sire | Dam | |
|---|---|---|
| 69 Head | Santa Gertrudis | Santa Gertrudis |
| 6 Head | Angus | Santa Gertrudis |
Ext. Breed
Please refer to videos and photos for full breed type and description.
Horn Status
35 Polled
4 Horned
36 Dehorned
Age
19 - 22 Months
Age Brands: All No 5's
Weaning
Cattle weaned
15/06/2025
These heifers have been expertly handled and paddocked since June 2025.
Quality Grades
Excellent 10%
Very Good 35%
Good 35%
Fair 10%
Plain 10%
Store Condition
Fwd Prime 10%
Fwd Store 80%
Store 10%
Temperament
Yards
Docile:
5 head
Quiet:
60 head
Slightly Stirry:
10 head
Crush
Docile:
5 head
Quiet:
50 head
Slightly Stirry:
10 head
Stirry:
10 head
Paddock
Temperament not assessed in Paddock
These heifers are extremely good to handle through the yards. It is a credit to the vendor and their staff how well these heifers handle. These heifers have had an extensive weaning program and it shows in their behavior.
Handled With
Aerial (Helicopters, gyro’s and planes)
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Bikes
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Dogs
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Horses
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On foot
,
Vehicles
Notable Traits
| Traits | |
|---|---|
| 1 Head | Eye scarring |
| 9 Head | Fly scarring |
| 2 Head | Slight heavy muscle |
Assessor Comments
An exceptional 3 deck line of vendor bred ORGANIC, USDA, NOP and GAP certified pregnancy tested empty heifers that have had all the hard work done. Heifers from Ravensbourne are considered to be one of the premier herds of cattle in the Blackall district and are not often released onto the market. These would be an asset to any potential successful purchaser to mate to the bulls of choice straight away with a view of classing them at a later date for many years of breeding purposes. The herd is heavily classed annually and they are genetically very sound cattle. The bar is set very high at Ravensbourne and these females are surplus to the vendors needs but still represent a golden opportunity for buyers to step into the Santa industry.
Assessor
Nick Handley (Level 1 Accredited)
history History & Management
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
Health Treatments
Vaccinated - 15/06/2025 - 7 in 1 - Second Dose
Vendor Bred
Yes
Stock History
Vendor bred Organic heifers.
Lifetime Traceable
100 % of cattle in this lot are Lifetime Traceable
Grazing Conditions
These heifers have been grazing Mitchel and Buffel paddocks. The season is now dry however these heifers are still going forward and are in great condition.
Returned same
Vendor Comments
A very good run of vendor bred Organic, USDA, NOP and GAP certified pregnancy tested non-detectable heifers. These are good enough to join or grow out.
Joining Details
Not Station Mated
100% Pregnancy Tested Not Detectable
Other Joining Details
These heifers have been vendor pregnancy tested.
Any Access To Bulls or Stags?
To vendor's best knowledge, this lot has had no access to bulls or stags.
local_shipping Delivery
Delivery Period
21/09/2026 to 22/09/2026
(2 days)
Delivery Point
Ravensbourne house yards 60kms south of Blackall on the Ravensbourne road.
BLACKALL QLD 4472
Lat: -24.4250565 / Lng: 145.4643163
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
$4.00/head
Agent Contact
Nick Handley
Mobile
0428 581 001
Email
[email protected]
Trucking Access
Road Train
Wet Weather Accessible
No
Loading Facilities
Side Loading, Rear Loading
Loading Ramp
Single Deck
Delivery Comments
Please note vendor requires consignment and delivery instructions 24 hours prior to trucking.
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.]
Sale Types
$/Head
NLIS Note
If you are purchasing livestock from AuctionsPlus, please remember its the buyers responsibility to transfer your purchased animals onto your PIC in the NLIS database.
To do this you can access your account at www.nlis.com.au or if you require assistance, please contact the NLIS Helpdesk on 1800 654 743
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WEANER & YEARLING SALE 1 - QLD & NSW
No. 128743
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Fri,
18 September 2026,
9:00 AM (SYD, NSW) AEST
WA 7:00 AM
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NT 8:30 AM
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QLD 9:00 AM
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SA 8:30 AM
Nick Handley
Assessor & Delivery Agent
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