Charters Towers
Friday 12th June 2026
Charters Towers Combined Agents yarded a total of 1876 Prime Cattle.
Consisting of 902 Steers, 750 Heifers, 191 Mickey Bulls, 33 Cows and Calves.
Cattle numbers dropped compared to last Friday's presentation. The quality of crossbred cattle decreased to realise a cheaper trend, however Brahman prices held firm on last week's rates. Buyers preferenced cattle weight and condition, lightweight cattle struggled to attract attention. Competition was good throughout the sale with all regular buyers in attendance.
The yarding was drawn from Cloncurry, Hughenden, Pentland, Croydon, Tully, Forsayth, Georgetown, Normanton, Greenvale, as well as local and coastal areas.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Lowall Cross Woodstock topped the Steers with a pen of crossbred Steers averaging 506.2¢/kg to weigh average of 232kg and return $930 per head.
• Heifers topped at 376.2¢/kg sold on account of N & S Weinheimer, Toonpan for an average weight of 366kg to return $1,379 per head.
• 6 x 6 Droughtmaster Cross Cows & Calves sold for C Black, Tully made $1,775 per head.
NEXT PRIME SALE IS BOOKED FOR WEDNESDAY, 17th JUNE 2026
& THE NEXT STORE IS BOOKED FOR FRIDAY 19TH JUNE 2026
Wednesday sale report 10th
Charters Towers Combined Agents yarded a total of 2789 Prime Cattle.
Consisting of 365 Bullocks, 363 Heifers, 1938 Cows and 123 Bulls.
Cattle comprised of a small line of well finished HGP-Treated bullocks.
A good supply of trade heifers, large runs of well finished medium-weight cows and the usual offering of bulls.
The increase in numbers offered combined with a decline in weight and quality contributed to a slightly cheaper market trend. Despite this, a full panel of buyers remained active ensuring competition stayed strong.
The yarding was drawn from Cloncurry, Camooweal, Einasleigh, Forsayth, Georgetown, Hughenden, Normanton, Greenvale, as well as local and coastal areas.
Prime Quotes:
Bullocks were quoted 10 – 15c/kg easier, Heifers unchanged, Cows were 10 - 15c/kg easier and Bulls were 10 - 15 c/kg easier on last week’s rates.
• HGP Free - Bullocks topped at 406.2c/kg for a pen of 5 Bullocks sold on A/c BA & LE Corbett, “Hyde Park” Charters Towers, that weighed 546kg to return $2217 per head.
• HGP Treated Bullocks Bullocks sold on A/c SP Grazing Spring Park, Charters Towers made 3902c/kg that weighed 665kg and returned $2593
• Best priced trade Heifers were presented on A/c Ashley Smith “Strathroy Station” Hughenden that sold for 396.2c/kg and weighing 526kg to return $2085 per head.
• The top pen of Cows were sold by PH Milton, “Kalanda” Mt Fox for 388.2c/kg, weighing 562kg to return $2185 per head.
• Bull sold on A/c PM Pastoral, Curtis Rd Karruchan, topped at 376.2c/kg and weighed 495kg and return $1862
THERE ARE 2222 STORE CATTLE BOOKED FOR THIS FRIDAY COMMENCING 8.00am
NEXT PRIME SALE IS BOOKED FOR WEDNESDAY, 17th JUNE 2026
& THE NEXT STORE IS BOOKED FOR FRIDAY 19th JUNE 2026
For Bookings & Details Contact:
Matthew Geaney — 0418 777 817
Liam Kirkwood — 0457 577 747
Friday – 5th June 2026
Charters Towers yarded a total of 3,700 cattle.
Store Cattle consisted of 1,934 Steers, 397 Mickeys, 1,354 Heifers and 15 Cows & Calves.
Store Cattle were presented in larger numbers this week with a predominately good quality yarding featuring an increased proportion of crossbred cattle.
Competition from a strong western buying panel ensured solid demand across most categories. Heifers sold in line with previous weeks although isolated pens of well-bred crossbred also experienced a noticeable lift.
The yarding was drawn from Georgetown, Einasleigh, Mt Garnet, Mt Surprise, Hughenden, Prairie as well as local and coastal areas.
Store Quotes:
• A pen of 30 Droughtmaster Steers A/c Amity Cattle Co, “Amity”, Ravenswood made 432¢/kg and weighed 391kg to return $1,689 per head
• A pen of 32 Droughtmaster Steers A/c SPK Pastoral, “Spring Creek”, Mt Surprise made 598¢/kg and weighed 279 kg to return $1,671 per head
• A Pen of Brangus Heifers A/c GA & RA Cox, “The Rocks”, Mona Park made 442¢/kg, weighing 264kg and returning $1,167 per head
• 5 Cows & Calves sold on A/c of S & N Anning returned $1,550 per unit.
**TWO SALES NEXT WEEK**
BOTH ARE FULLY BOOKED
PRIME SALE IS BOOKED FOR WEDNESDAY, 10th JUNE 2026
STORE SALE IS BOOKED FOR FRIDAY, 12th JUNE 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.
