Cane & Cattle Property with Irrigation
8 Forbes Road, Bloomsbury, Qld

CANE & CATTLE PROPERTY WITH IRRIGATION

Location  

Farlane Farm offers proven productivity in one of Queensland’s most dependable high-rainfall regions.

Situated adjacent to the Bruce Highway, 1 km south of Bloomsbury, 80km north of Mackay. 

The average annual rainfall for Bloomsbury is 1,435mm.

The homestead and shed complex is set well back from the highway, overlooking the O’Connell River, providing a secure and private base for operations.

With fertile soils and reliable water, the land is well-suited to both sugar cane and cattle grazing, offering flexibility for diversified farming enterprises.

Amenities

Mackay, 80km to the south, is a thriving regional centre with a population of approximately 128,000 and offers full commercial, medical and educational services.

The Bloomsbury Primary School is just 1km from the property, while the nearest high school is located in Calen, 30km away, with a daily school bus service from Bloomsbury.

The property has mobile phone coverage.

Area and Tenure

Farlane Farm comprises 3 Freehold titles with a total area of 181.51 hectares (448.52 acres).

L3/RP703068       49.068 hectares                   

L4/RP703068       55.229 hectares

L1/CI4269            77.214 hectares                

There is an additional Leasehold portion on the frontage to the Highway on the Eastern side.

L1/RL7730              1.2 hectares

The property is located within the Mackay Regional Council area, with annual council rates of $4,197.

Property Description

This productive and versatile property offers a mix of land types suited to a range of farming activities.

Currently, approximately half the property is under sugar cane production, with the balance utilised for beef cattle grazing.

Well-suited to a wide range of tropical fruit production.

Country ranges from rich, fertile river flats ideal for cropping to gently undulating forest country timbered with eucalypt, ironbark, and bloodwood.

An area of the timbered country on the eastern side remains uncleared, with some thinning possible, subject to approvals.

PMAV in place.

Water

The O’Connell River, a permanent river with beautiful waterholes, forms the western boundary of the property, guaranteeing a reliable and quality water source. The river also adds considerable lifestyle value with a pristine setting for recreational pursuits on your doorstep.

Underground irrigation mains and hydrants are laid throughout the developed parts of the property, enabling extensive irrigation.

A pump site on the river, with 3 phase electricity, provides plentiful water for irrigation needs.

Two large dams, both in excess of 20 megalitres, support the irrigation, both have electricity connected.

The house and garden are serviced by two bores, connected to electricity plus rainwater tanks.

Residence

A well-maintained 3-bedroom Queenslander home, surrounded by established gardens.

Fully air-conditioned, with fresh paint and new floorcoverings, recently restumped and roof replaced.

Sheds

There are numerous sheds, two are concreted & have power connected.

Fully cemented workshop & 3 bay carport.

Stock Yards & Fencing

Two steel stockyards, mostly portable panels, equipped with a cattle crush and loading ramp.

Well-maintained fencing with steel posts and barbed wire, some sections are new.

Cane Production

Approximately 220 acres under sugarcane, averaging 6,000 tonnes annually delivered to the Proserpine Sugar Mill.

A cane siding on the property enables easy access to rail.

Carrying Capacity

The grazing area consistently supports around 25 head of mixed cattle, alongside the cane-growing operation.

Plant included in the Sale

Various tractors, implements, irrigators and other farming machinery.

5000L overhead fuel tank.

A detailed equipment schedule is available upon request.