3661 Bulleringa Road, Fossilbrook QLD 4871

Burlington Station, (46 000 Ha or 113 668 Ac approx) is ideally located approximately 50km North of Mt Surprise and 380km NW of Charters Towers. The homestead is approximately 35 minutes off the bitumen via the Springfield to Almaden Road.

Water is without a doubt a major feature of this property. Burlington is bisected by 2 main permanent creeks, along with Tommys Springs and the seasonal Lynd River. There are also numerous smaller creeks and tributaries and this is supported via 14 dams and 9 bores. Six bores are brand new and fully equipped with solar / electric Grundfos submersibles. There is a 144 MGL water licence from Fossilbrook Creek which enhances the ability to successfully grow crops.

Burlington consists of red basalt country running into open granite ridges and then into steeper granite hills at the Western and Southern boundaries. Pastures are mainly black spear, urachloa with some indian couch, kangaroo grass and strong populations of seca and verano stylo's. Timber species include bloodwood, ironbark, some box and patches of ti-tree and quinine.

The property consists of 12 main paddocks, 5 holding paddocks with an extensive laneway system leading to 2 of the 3 sets of cattle yards. Fencing is mainly 3 barb, steel picket and in good order. Well laned to facilitate ease of cattle movement.

Carrying capacity of the property is 3500 breeders. There are 1500 predominately polled Grey Brahman breeders included in the sale plus 80 sires for the breeding herd. All bulls are selected Poll Grey Brahman from Kenilworth Stud.

Quality Improvements:

Homestead
4 bedroom masonry block fully air-conditioned homestead in good order with large undercover outdoor entertainment area. There is an internet dish, mains power connected and TV reception. A good yard surrounds, along with an undercover living area. Water to the house tank is pumped from Fossilbrook Creek via an electric pump.

Quarters
3 air-conditioned bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 toilet with a kitchen and dining area.

Sheds
Expansive hay / machinery shed with a second hay shed adjacent to House Yards. 7 bay car shed and workshop with concrete floor, power and water. Feed, tack and equipment shed with concrete floor. Fully equipped butcher shop. Piggery and poultry pens

Cattle Yards
Three sets of cattle yards are fully equipped with pound drafts, vet crush and scales, calf cradle and branding race. All yards are watered with the main House Yards boasting overhead sprinklers.

Burlington is a renowned and reliable breeding enterprise with high calving rates. Situated in a reliable rainfall area with an abundance of quality fodder. Pasture utilisation is maximised by the strategic location of watering points. This property presents an opportunity for diversification into cropping and horticulture in conjunction with the cattle breeding enterprise. Current breeding herd presenting as the some of the best cattle in Northern Australia. This is an opportunity to acquire an exceptionally well-watered grazing enterprise in North Qld which in close proximity to all markets including Live Ex, sale yards, processing plants and feedlots. The tourism potential at Burlington is exceptional.

Burlington is being offered as a WIWO enterprise with a substantial Plant & Equipment list and a high quality breeding herd for $9,500 000.

Inspections by appointment with our Rural Property and Livestock Specialist Scott Hart 0428 371 659 or email [email protected]