331 Rutherford Road, Molong NSW 2866

Being offered for sale for only the second time in nearly 80 years 'Karinya Park' presents an extraordinary opportunity for the astute buyer. Properties of this calibre rarely become available in the Amaroo district between Orange and Molong.

“Karinya Park” is situated 12 kilometres from Molong which, in turn is 32 kilometres North West of Orange. Molong is a thriving rural town with plenty of old world charm. Bank Street (the main street) is National Trust classified and there are many fine heritage buildings from the 1800s scattered throughout the town. Molong boasts a very pleasant village environment that is supported by several sporting and service organisations, high school and hospital.

The City of Orange is 25 Kilometres to the South East of “Karinya Park”.Orange, with a population of 40,000 people boasts all the facilities of a major regional centre. With five secondary schools, head offices for agricultural entities such as the NSW Department of Agricultural, Campuses of Charles Sturt University, enviable health resources and an ever growing reputation for its food,wine and natural attractions the Central Tablelands enjoys a highly desirable reputation. Ongoing development ensures the regions continual growth.

Situated a comfortable 3.5 Hour drive from both Sydney and Canberra, the region surrounding Orange offers a diverse range of attractions, some of the best food and wine in regional Australia, a rich history and heritage along with a clean, crisp environment. The region offers a loaded events calendar with everything from major food and wine festivals, to music, sporting, art and lifestyle celebrations.
Extensive accommodation, dining and shopping choices provide options for all tastes and budgets. Health and educational facilities are the envy of regional New South Wales with students from throughout the state (including Sydney) and further afield studying in the city.

House
The residence on 'Karinya Park' is a c1980 three bedroom brick veneer home with split system air conditioning and features lounge, dining and family rooms, office (or fourth bedroom), three bedrooms, one bathroom (second shower & WC adjacent to laundry) and an attached double garage with internal access all surrounded by established gardens.


Sheds
Grain & hay is a combination of a 1000 bushel flat bottom silo, 1 x HE conical based silo and an older hayshed. The woolshed on 'Karinya Park' is in excellent condition and features three Lister overhead electric stands, a good sized wool room and loading stage. The all steel sheep yards include a sheeted bugle drafting race and drenching race. The yards are in
excellent condition.
The 16m x 7.5m four bay machinery shed has power connected.



Soils
All soils are heavy Basalt red brown earths with some Limestone country. The majority of the country has an overall gentle slope to the North East to Northerly aspect. Only minimal areas have a southerly aspect.

Timber & Vegetation
The country is historically Yellow & White Box country with some Kurrajongs.

Water
Water is available from seven dams and one equipped bore and mill that lifts to a 20,000 gallon tank that supplies stock water to three troughs and supplies the garden & sheds. The BOM records (120 years) from Molong Post Office
indicate annual rainfall of up to 700mm (28”).

Fencing & Yards
The property is sub-divided into ten main paddocks with all fencing being in good to as new condition. A combination of netting & hinge joint on wood & steel posts in addition to some offset hotwires ensure all fencing is good and stock proof. The wood and steel cattle yards include a covered work
area that features an RPM full walk through crush.

Production
'Karinya Park' is 329 Ha (831 acres) with
approximately 85% arable with up to 700 acres workable.
Pasture development has been extensive with
Phalaris, Fescue & Clover established over the majority of the property. Up to 200 cows & calves have been run; usually 150 cows & calves with opportunity steers along with one paddock saved for haymaking.