Wednesday – 29th April 2026
Charters Towers Combined Agents yarded a total of 2,195 cattle, consisting of 1,229 Prime Cattle and 953 Store Cattle.
The Prime Cattle consisted of 165 Bullocks, 148 Heifers, 836 Cows and 80 Bulls.
The Store section consisted of 619 Steers & Mickeys, 321 Heifers and 133 Cows and Calves.
Cattle comprised of isolated pens of well-finished bullocks, larger runs of well-finished slaughter cows and a mixed quality yarding of bulls which sold to live export and processors.
The yarding was drawn from Richmond, Julia Creek, Hughenden, Greenvale as well as local and coastal areas.
Prime Quotes:
Bullocks this week softened 6c/kg on the lead pens. Heavy cows softened on the lead also, making out to 294.2c/kg. 10–12c/kg off last sale.
Processor heifers followed the same trend easing 10c/kg on the best pens. Bulls strengthened on the lead with export/process bulls topping at 340c/kg. 15c/kg better on last sale.
• Bullocks topped the job at 346.2c/kg for a pen of heavy bullocks/heavy feeder steers on an A/C at Whitten, the steers averaged 526.25kg.
• Processor heifers saw the top this week at 316.2c/kg for a pen of heifers in on A/C Zoria Downs Past Co, weighing 440kg.
• Hillgrove Pastoral Company lead the cow job with a pen making 294.2c/kg and an average weight of 555.6kg.
• T & P Cryle had the best bull today, topping at 340.0c/kg for an average weight of 490kg.
Store Quotes:
Store cattle comprised of three good quality lines which attracted strong competition from repeat buyers who were happy to pay a premium based on the reputation of the cattle. Small lines and lightweights continue to sell to a cheaper trend.
• J & K Johnson topped the steer job today with a pen of Red Brahman steers averaging 239.3kg reaching a top of 398.2c/kg.
• Christmas Creek Cattle Pty Ltd offered the best of the store heifers with a pen of Red Brahman heifers making a top of 338.2c/kg for an average weight of 267.6kg.
For Bookings & Details Contact:
Matthew Geaney – 0418 777 817
Liam Kirkwood – 0457 577 747
NEXT PRIME & STORE SALE IS BOOKED FOR WEDNESDAY, 6th MAY 2026
LIAM KIRKWOOD
A well-earned next step for someone many in our network have been watching closely.
Liam Kirkwood has been appointed National Livestock Manager at Ray White Rural — a reflection of both his track record and the way he approaches his work.
Starting at 23 under Kevin Currie in North Queensland, Liam quickly built a reputation for consistency and drive. From winning the Queensland Young Auctioneers Competition in 2019 to taking out the National title in 2021, his progression has been steady and considered.
That same year, he became one of the youngest principals in our network, leading the Townsville Rural and Livestock business before forming Geaney Kirkwood through a strategic partnership with Geaneys in Charters Towers. In 2025, the business achieved the highest-priced rural property sale at auction across our network.
Since joining our corporate team, Liam has brought a strong focus on member value, industry insight, and genuine support for those around him.
As Matt White shared, “He doesn’t just grow a business, he elevates everyone around him.”
This is a proud moment for our network — and a great example of what’s possible with the right support and direction.
