This week sees the listing of two larger macadamia farms in Queensland in the newer established growing areas. Traditionally the industry was in the northern region of the NSW Coast and the Qld Sunshine Coast but, climate, water and land further north made the industry look at the economies of scale available. Up at Mackay.

This week water has again caused a stir in agricultural and political circles after a Four Corners program aired.  The buy backs and the investment by Government with tax payer dollars is coming under increased scrutiny, by the media and activists. Water security is the backbone of sustainable agriculture and competition for water is fierce.

Interesting times ahead with a couple of larger scale properties being offered for sale around my old stomping ground in Western Queensland.  Nardoo Station, previously owned by Russell Pastoral Company, located between Wyandra and Cunnamulla is being marketed by Expressions of Interest. Since the current owners purchased the original Nardoo holding of 44,560 hectares they.

Andrew Adcock, experienced Queensland rural agent and auctioneer has commenced operating as a freelance property agent and auctioneer. Andrew has conducted many rural auctions as auctioneer and agent and looks forward to working with vendors and buyers to facilitate their property acquisition or disposal. Recently, Andrew conducted the successful Auction of “Suplejack Station”, arguably Australia’s.