2023 Bald Blair Bull Sale Catalogue

From birth to Bull Sale

Welcome

On behalf of my family and the team at Bald Blair, I would like to welcome those returning to Bald Blair and those visiting for the first time.

Since 1898 the White family have been breeding angus cattle at Bald Blair, 10kms East of Guyra on the Northern Tablelands of NSW. In 1908 the Bald Blair stud was registered and in 1919 the Angus Society of Australia was formed and Bald Blair was a founding member.

Now in 2023 Bald Blair will have on offer over 100 Bulls again. There are 80 Bulls at 2 Years of age, 22 Bulls rising 18 months of age and 13 Bulls at 12 months of age. Once again we are very happy with this years sale team, with both number and diversity of pedigrees on offer for clients to choose from. We are endeavouring to Parent Verify all bulls, these are designated PV beside name or Sire Verified (SV) where we have only been able to id the sire of bulls on offer. Over 100 Bulls have been parent verified

Our Breeding programme at Bald Blair focuses on fertility, calving ease, growth, carcase and structure. We continue to refine our breeding programmes as we move forward using the latest technologies including Genomically Enhanced EBVs through TACE to assist us. Our cows must continue to prove themselves year on year, getting in calf, and calving unassisted producing above average progeny again and again.

Sam, Kirsty, Abbott & Arthur White

ONLINE CATALOGUE

Online Catalogue: We have submitted our Angus sale team to the Angus Society and the online catalogue is now available – please scan the QR code. The online catalogue is a very powerful tool that will enable you to search for the

right bull for your breeding program. Some options may be to search by sire lines, or EBV highest to lowest eg: if you are looking for bulls with an IMF of between 3 and 4 you will be able to find them. Alternatively if you look closely at INDEXES, eg Angus Breeding Index (ABI) and Heavy Grain Index (HGN) which most closely reflect our breeding direction then you can select bulls accordingly by ranking from highest to lowest.

Remember it is important to look behind the index and ensure it fits your breeding program. Sam is happy to talk you through how to do this or go to the Angus Society Education area on their website https://www.angusaustralia. com.au/education/using-angustech/databasesearch/

Register early – You can scan this QR code to fill in an online form or turn over the page to use the printed form to register early for the bull sale. The information will go straight to our agent Elders. When you arrive at Bald Blair on sale day please go straight to the Elders desk and they will have your bidder number/card. Please note pre-registrations close at 5.00pm on Monday 31st July 2023.

BID ON AUCTIONSPLUS

Online bidding via AuctionsPlus: Please scan the QR code to see our AuctionsPlus catalogue listing.

If you are unable to attend our female sale at Bald Blair, it will be live streamed on AuctionsPlus.

If you are not already registered with AuctionsPlus, please take the time to register now, so you can become familiar with the platform.

SALE INFORMATION

Bull Sale Team Inspections

Inspections by appointment are welcome anytime in the lead up to the bull sale. Please call Sam White on 0438 792 140 or email samwhite@baldblair.com.au to arrange a time.

Open Day

On Sunday 30th July from 10am until 2pm the bulls will be in the yards and you are welcome to inspect them. Refreshments available.

Rebate

1. A rebate of 4% is payable to all agents who introduce their clients in writing prior to sale day and attend with or on behalf of their clients and settle within 7 days.

2. A rebate of 2% is payable to all agents who introduce their clients in writing prior to sale day, but do not attend the sale and settle within 7 days.

Biosecurity Plan

Bald Blair has a biosecurity plan prepared in conjunction with our local vet Dr Leisa Brown. We are JBAS 8 herd.

Insurance

We recommend insuring your new bull on sale day. A Elders representative will be available at the sale to organise this.

GST

The sale is GST EXCLUSIVE. If you buy a bull for $4,000 then you will be invoiced the purchase price plus GST. The total of the invoice will be $4400.00.

Animal Tag Identification

Herdbook and APR tagging code.

Bulls with a BLUE TAG are on the Angus Society Herdbook register. Bulls with a YELLOW TAG are on the APR register. NLIS tags. All bulls have a NLIS tag that corresponds with their management tag.

DNA Suffix Key: PV: both parents have been verified by DNA, SV: the sire has been verified by DNA, DV: the dam has been verified by DNA, #: DNA verification has not been conducted, E: DNA verification has identified that the sire and/or dam may possibly be incorrect, but this cannot be confirmed conclusively

Buyers Instruction Information and Vendor Declarations

Please ensure the buyer instruction information sheet on the last page of the catalogue is completed in full to avoid any errors with your delivery instructions, accounts and registration transfers. Vendor declarations and animal health statements will be available at the sale.

Refreshments

The Bald Blair Public School P & C catering committee will be providing complimentary morning tea and lunch at the bull sale.

Disclaimer

Every care has been taken in the compilation of this catalogue to ensure the accuracy of information supplied.

ANIMAL HEALTH INFORMATION

Bull Breeding Soundness Examination

All bulls offered for sale have undergone reproductive physical examination and a semen test on the 22, 23 & 24th May 2023. Then follow up on 12/07/23. The semen test involved crush side examination for motility and specialist laboratory examination for morphology as prescribed by the Australian Cattle Veterinarians Association. At the time of printing the results of the retests were not available, but will be by sale time.

Bull Structural Assessment

An independent structural assessment has been done on our bull sale team. This service is provided by Dick Whale, Independent Breeding Services.

Vaccination and Drench Regime

Vaccination and drench regime – all bulls have received:

· Tick Fever Vaccinations

Vibriovax (Vibriosis)

7n1 (Leptospirosis)

Pestigard Vaccine (Pestivirus)

Baymec Pour On

· Flukazole C

Brute (Lice)

BoviShield MHOne

Please ensure boosters are continued to ensure ongoing protection for your bulls. We continue to sample our herd for the incidence of Pestivirus exposure and have undertaken whole herd vaccination with Pestiguard on the property Bald Blair to eradicate it from our herd. All two year old and yearling bulls have been tested for the presence of pestivirus and all were found to be negative. You can also be comfortable that we have a complete herd vaccination program in place. Please maintain the bulls vaccination program with annual boosters for lepto and vibrio with 7in1 and Vibriovax.

Genetic Defect Analysis and Managment

AM, NH, DD and CA are genetic defects. Please see detailed description over the page. Bald Blair Herd remains committed to identifying and not offering carrier animals, with these genetic defects for sale at our on property auction.

BREED AVERAGE EBVS

* Breed average represents the average EBV of all 2021 drop Australian Angus and Angus-influenced seedstock animals analysed in the Mid June 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation

PERCENTILE BANDS TABLE

* The percentile bands represent the distribution of EBVs across the 2021 drop Australian Angus and Angus-influenced seedstock animals analysed in the Mid June 2023 TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

BALD BLAIR STOCKTON S128

Traits observed: GL,CE,BWT,200WT(x2),400WT, 600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Genomics

Notes: S128, a NORL519 son with strong growth and

BALD BLAIR STOCKTON

Traits observed: GL,CE,200WT,400WT,600WT, SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF), DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S186, a well put together Moe M6 son out of an Enhance daughter, very strong growth, Cwt and and EMA EBV’s Purchaser: $

Traits observed:

(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),

Notes: S92, is another TFAK132 son; with arguabley the best set of calving Ease EBV’s in this years Catalogue,Top 1%. Also Cwt in top 10% of the breed. Very Suitable for use on Heifers.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR SONNY S185

Traits observed: GL,CE,BWT,200WT,400WT, 600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S185, is a NBBP52 son out of our highest priced female at the 2023 female sale, M175. He exhibits great growth iand strong carcse EBVs with IMF in top 10% of the breed.

BALD BLAIR SANTANA S216

Traits observed: CE,BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT, SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF), DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics Notes: S216, is a moderate NBBP52 son, suitable for use over heifers.

$

Traits observed:

GL,CE,BWT,200WT,400WT, 600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S138, is a moderate growth, high marbling son of VLYM518. IMF in top 1% of the breed.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

BALD BLAIR SWINTON S134

Traits observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

S134, is a sound Phenotype P97 son, with strong Growth,

Traits observed:

can(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics Notes:

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR STOCKTON S238

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S238, is an AI/ET son of L519 out of NBBM190. Also Suitable for use in Heifers

BALD BLAIR STOCKTON S271

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S271, is an AI/ET son of L519 and another Black Pearl daughter NBBM190. Great spread of EBV’s from Bth to 600D, plus IMF in top 10%. Also suitable for use over heifers

Purchaser: $

Semen Motility Scrotal Circumference

Vaccinated: Pestigard, Vibrio, Lepto,

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics Notes:

suitable for use over heifers.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

316 EXCLUSIVE

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S256, an outstanding AI/ET son Musgrave 316 Exclusive and NBBE148 (an outstanding APR dam used in our donor program). Great Calving Ease, Growth, CWt and IMF and NFI-F EBV’s. Suitable for use over heifers

Purchaser:

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR SONNY S312

Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

BALD BLAIR SONNY S283

Traits observed: CE,BWT,200WT,400WT, 600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: One of the highest growth Bulls in this years catalogue. Purchaser: $

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1)

Notes: A Quantum Q53 son, with a good set of EBV’s. Suitable for use over heifers.

BALD BLAIR STANLEY S272

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,-

Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: A Quebec Q133 son, with a grest set of EBV’s, Low Birth High Growth and IMF in top 10% of Breed. Suitable for use over heifers.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR SHERMAN S324

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,-

Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: A GAR Pheonix son out of NBBK228 (an X14 Dtr and donor). A Calving Ease

Pedigree, great set of EBV’s plus strong IMF. Suitable for use on heifers.

Traits observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S68, is a High Growth son of Keystone. Great Cwt, and positive fat EBV’s.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Traits observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

$ INDEX VALUES BREEDING TYPE

Notes: S179, is Moe M6 son with moderate growth, good calving ease and EMA in top 10 percentile. Suitable for use over heifers

Purchaser: $

Semen Motility Scrotal Circumference Vaccinated: Pestigard, Vibrio, Lepto, Tick Fever

Semen Morphology

Traits observed: CE,BWT,200WT,400WT, 600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S101, A very sound Paratrooper son, out of a L519 daughter, good growth and carcase EBV’s with IMF in top 15%.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

Traits observed: 200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S210, a sound Keystone son, with a great spread of EBV’s, Calving Ease, Growth and Carcase. Suitable for use on Heifers

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics Notes: S226, another sound P69 son, moderate in growth with IMF in top 15% of breed.

Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,-

BALD BLAIR 18 MONTH OLD BULLS - BALD BLAIR18 MONTH OLD BULLS

Traits observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT, Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: An Interesting Patriarch son, very sound and with a great balance of EBV’s, for calving ease, growth and carcase. One of only a few bulls with positive Rump and Rib Fat; IMF in top 1/3rd of the breed, and NFI-F in top 10% of the breed. Suitable for use on Heifers

Purchaser: $

Notes: A High Growth son of NBBP52. Exhibiting very strong carcase EBV’s and favourable NFI - F in top 20% of breed.

BALD BLAIR 18 MONTH OLD BULLS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR THOMAS T7

A good son of Phenotype P97, with a great set of

Growth and Carcase. Suitable for use on Heifers

BALD BLAIR 18 MONTH OLD BULLS

A well grown sound son of

a great Balance of Growth and Carcase; Very favourable NFI-F with good IMF

BALD BLAIR 18 MONTH OLD BULLS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: A moderate growth son of Moe M6 out of M25, (Grand Dtr of X14). Good Carcase and favourable NFI - F. Suitable for use over heifers.

LOT 5 BALD BLAIR SONNY S185, SIRE: BALD BLAIR PHEONIX P52

LOT 3 BALD BLAIR MOE S186, SIRE: CHILTERN PARK MOE M6

LOT 53 BALD BLAIR T24, SIRE: CHILTERN PARK MOE M6

LOT 67 BALD BLAIR T138, SIRE: SITZ RESILIENT 10208

LOT 12 BALD BLAIR SONNY S247, SIRE: BALD BLAIR PHEONIX P52

LOT 66 BALD BLAIR T133, SIRE: SITZ RESILIENT 10208

LOT 69 BALD BLAIR T87, SIRE: RENNYLEA L519

LOT 20 BALD BLAIR EXCLUSIVE S256, SIRE: MUSGRAVE 316 EXCLUSIVE

LOT 45 BALD BLAIR THOMAS T7, SIRE: BALD BLAIR PHENOTYPE P97

LOT 75 BALD BLAIR

T180, SIRE: TEHAMA PATRIARCH F028

LOT 71 BALD BLAIR T110, SIRE: RENNYLEA L519

LOT 78 BALD BLAIR S62, SIRE: MILLAH MURRAH

LOT 74 BALD BLAIR PATRIARCH T177, SIRE: TEHAMA PATRIARCH F028

BALD BLAIR 18 MONTH OLD BULLS

BALD BLAIR 18 MONTH OLD BULLS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

Traits observed:

GL,BWT,200WT,400WT, Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: One of the thickest sons of Patriarch in this years catalogue. EMA EBV in top 1% of breed, great spread of

$

- BALD BLAIRYEARLING BULLS

BALD BLAIR YEARLING BULLS

T60, a Paratrooper yearling with balanced set of EBV’s Calving Ease, Growth and Carcase. Suitable for use on heifers.

SIRE:

Traits observed: GL,BWT,200WT,DOC,Genomics

$

Notes: T117, another L519 son with another balanced set of EBV’s also. Potential Stud Sire propect in herds with APR females, his dam NBBP16 remains in the herd, 1 son sold, 1 Heifer Bred. He has good Calving Ease, Growth and Carcse plus -ve NFI-F. Suitable also for use on heifers.

Purchaser: $

Semen

BORN: 18/7/2022

Notes: T133, the first of many Sitz Resilient sons available from the Bald Blair herd. Out of NBBP106, a Donor Dam. Well balanced set of EBV’s. Top 5% Heavy Grain and Angus Breeding Index. Suitable for use on Heifers

Semen Morphology

Vaccinated: Pestigard, Vibrio, Lepto, Tick Fever

BALD BLAIR YEARLING BULLS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

Traits observed: GL,BWT,200WT,DOC,Genomics

Notes: T138, is another Resilient Son with a great set of calving ease EBV’s supported by good Growth, Positive fat and good IMF. Suitable for use on heifers.

$

Notes: T128 is another Resilient Son with a great set of calving ease

BALD BLAIR YEARLING BULLS

Traits observed: GL,BWT,200WT,DOC,Genomics

Notes: A Moderate growth L519 son, out of an NBBX14 Daughter. Suitable for use on heifers. Purchaser: $

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR PATRIARCH

- BALD BLAIRBULLS RISING 2 YEARS

BORN: 31/7/2022

Traits observed:

can(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF), Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: At 2 and a half years, this Autumn drop bull was used in the Bald Blair Commercial Herd last year

$

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Traits observed:

can(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC, Genomics

Notes: S62 was used as a cover sire in the Commercial Angus Heifer AI Program last year also. Suitable for use on Commercial heifers.

Traits observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes:

was used as a Cover

Traits observed:

Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S75 was used as a cover sire in the Commercial Angus Heifer AI Program last year also.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR SAMIR

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes:

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

BALD BLAIR SONNY S222

BALD BLAIR

Traits observed: GL,BWT,200WT,400WT, 600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S146 is a G A R Inertia son, with good Calving

Suitable for use on heifers.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S195, is a high growth son of Moe M6. Cwt in top 1% of breed and NFI-F in top 2%.

Traits observed:

can(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes:

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

BALD BLAIR SCOUT S219

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

BALD BLAIR SCOUT S205

BLAIR

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: Suitable for use on heifers.

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S304, is a G A R Pheonix son out of NBBK228 (dtr of NBBX14, still in Donor Team). Good Ebv’s alround, not good IMF and -ve NFI-F.

Purchaser: $

Traits observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Notes: S285, is another AI/ET son Musgrave 316 Exclusive and NBBE148 (an outstanding APR dam used in our donor program). Full Brother to Lot 20 NBB21S256.

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Denotes EBVs in Top 10% of Angus Breed

observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

Traits observed:

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

BALD BLAIR BULLS RISING 2 YEARS

Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

BALD BLAIR SANCHEZ

BALD BLAIR SONNY S349

observed: BWT,200WT,400WT,600WT,SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot Angle x 1),Genomics

APR

POCKET GUIDE FOR BUYING BULLS

Number of heifers to be joined:

Number of cows to by joined:

Using the rule of thumb of joining one yearling bull to 25 – 30 females and one two year old bull to 50 females, work out the number of bulls required to successfully join your herd. It is always a good idea to have a spare bull or 2 in case of unexpected bull breakdowns, such as injury or illness.

Number of heifer bulls ready to work already in our herd:

(Have they been semen morphology tested, vaccinated and are ready to work?) Yes / No

Number of heifer bulls required for joining:

Number of heifer bulls we need to purchase:

Number of older, mature bulls ready to work already in herd:

(Have they been semen morphology tested, vaccinated and ready to work?) Yes / No

Number of 2 years and older bulls required for joining:

Number of 2 year old bulls we need to purchase:

WHAT IS YOUR BREEDING OBJECTIVE?

Commercial self replacing angus herd targeting overall improvement in profitability: Check out Angus Breeding Index

Commercial self replacing herd targeting pasture grown steers for feedlot trade: Checkout Heavy Grain Index

Commercial self replacing herd targeting domestic supermarket trade: Check out Domestic Index.

Commercial self replacing herd targeting pasture finished heavy steers: Check out the Heavy Grass Index EBVs to focus on: Bwt, CE, GL, 600D Growth, Cwt, EMA, IMF

Lots that meet our criteria for heifer bulls:

Lots that meet our criteria for joining cows:

EBVs to focus on:

Questions to ask Sam over the phone on 02 6779 2141, 0438 792 140 or via email samwhite@bladblair.com.au.

Ensure you are registered with AuctionsPlus and are familiar with the platform prior to the sale check out www. auctionsplus.com.au for details.

Inspections are welcome anytime.

CARING FOR YOUR NEW BULL

Bringing your new bull home:

All Bulls at Bald Blair have been run as part of large groups until 8 weeks prior to sale, then put into smaller groups and supplemented in the lead up to the sale. It is important to remember this when you get your bull or bulls home. All bulls have been worked by horses, 4WD bikes, tray back utility and dogs, and have had people walking amongst them. Inspite of this they still need to be respected and treated appropriately.

We recommend Insuring your bull prior to delivery to your property.

Arrange appropriate transport for safe delivery of your bull to your property.

When your bull gets home, treat him quietly and have a companion animal for him, either steers or cows. Leave them in the yards for a few days with feed and water until they are settled. All Bald Blair bulls have had their annual boosters for Pestigard, 7n1 and Lepto and Vibrio. In 2022/23 all bulls have received a tick fever vacine also.Once settled then they can go out into a holding paddock; keep feeding them to help settle them in to your farm.

Newly purchased young bulls should not be placed with older bulls upon return, or during mating.

During Mating:

Use them either in single sire mating groups or as multi-sire mating groups with bulls the same age. The mating ratio is usually 2% two year bulls (1:50) or 3% yearling bulls (1:30). Make sure you check out your young bulls, in fact all your bulls, during mating regularly. Spend time watching them, watch for lameness and injury around or near the sheath. If using them in single sire mating groups consider rotating them around groups to cover for bull infertility. Have a spare bull on hand to replace any bulls that may be injured during mating. Replace bulls immediately if you suspect anything.

For more information I recommend the Angus Society of Australia brochure Bring your New Bull Home Article, which has been the reference for this article. Finally, keep in touch and let me know how your bull or bulls are performing.

Thankyou for your support.

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BALD BLAIR REFERENCE SIRES

BALD

BORN: 14/07/2016

Marco M38, is a calving ease son of HIOE7. An APR son used in commercial AI programmes here at Bald Blair in addition to Stud Program.

BORN: 20/07/2017

Our current calving ease sire still being used the in the Bald Blair herd. A son of Ayrvale General G18, in top 25% breed for Heavy Grain Index. 10 sons sold in 2022.

observed:

200WT,400WT,600WT, SC, Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump,IMF), DOC,Genomics

S: TE MANIA INFINITY 04 379 AB #

Phenotype is a high growth, well structured son of NORL519 used in AI pograms here at Bald Blair. His progeny are very sound. Bought by the Gommers Family, Mandayan Livestock SA in 2020. NBBP97 is the first sire from Bald Blair to make the Agrigene Catalogue. We will continue to use him in our AI program going forward, he is a foot improver.

SIRE:

NBBP52 is a NORL519 son, bred here on Bald Blair. A very sound bull leaving very sound progeny in the Bald Blair Herd. A Bull we have used as a cover sire in the Stud breeding programme for 4 years. Good Carcase data, in top 20% of the Breed. BORN: 17/07/2018

NBBP69 is another NORL519 son breeding in the Bald Blair herd. Used for 2 years then put into our commerical breeding program. Massive growth, good structure.

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BALD BLAIR PROCEED P194 PV

BORN: 02/08/2018

Proceed P194, NBBP194 was one of our first sires with IMF over 4 used in the stud, he has good

BORN: 10/08/2018

The first of the high marbling sires bred in our program out of HPCA Proceed. With his EMA & IMF in the top 5% of the breed, this bull has had a positive impact in our breeding program.

BORN:

NBBQ53 is another Lawsons Momentous Son, bred on Bald Blair, used as a cover sire in the Stud Herd as a yearling, then sold at our Annual Sale in 2021. He is a calving ease sire, his progeny are scanning realy well for IMF.

Q133, NBBQ133 is an S Powerpoint WS 5503 son, used in the Bald Blair Herd for his positive fat, and very high IMF, +5.5, top 2% of the breed. He has been used both in the Stud Herd and Commercial Herd and he has been used in Commercial AI programmes by some of our clients also.

BORN: 05/03/2016

An exciting Australian sire, Chilton Park Moe M6 exhibits was introduced into our herd because of his structural soundness and he was calving ease outcross pedigree.

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BORN: 09/08/2016 SIRE:

G A R INERTIA PV

A leading carcase bull, a GAR Momentum son. Look forward to seeing how this bull performs. His first progeny were sold in 2021. Another highly used American sire. Inertia drives both growth and carcase in his progeny. A great balance of growth and lower MCWT, and carcase EBVs with EMA in top 20% and IMF in top 10% of the breed. He has many daughters breeding in our herd.

BORN: 15/08/2016

KNOWLA NOBLEMAN N46 SV

ID: BLAN46 HBR

S: ARDROSSAN ADMIRAL A2 PV S: DOUBLE D NEW DESIGN 1407 C45 SV

Status: AMFU,CAFU,DDF,NHFU

A Bowmont King son bought from Knowla Angus. First progeny sold in 2021 & 2022. Great EMA. An outcross pedigree to the Bald Blair Herd.

BORN: 19/07/2014 SIRE: RENNYLEA EDMUND E11 PV

LANDFALL ARCHER H807 SV

600WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib, Rump,IMF),Genomics

Traits observed: GL,BWT,200WT(x2),400W (x2),600WT,Scan(EMA,Rib,

A sound high carcase merit bull, with great marbling and EMA. His progeny so far look good. A highly proven Australian sire, used significantly across the Angus Herd. M518 has proven himself well in the Bald Blair herd, with a number of sons retained in the herd for breeding purposes, namely NBBR71, & NBBQ155. Great Carcase attributes, in particular, great IMF, top 1% of breed.

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MILLAH MURRAH PARATROOPER

BORN:

Millah Murrah Paratrooper P15, is a well proven, prolifically used sire in the Australian Herd. A great set of numbers, proven on heifers in our herd. A Great balance of growth and carcase figuures.

Another American sire introduced into the Bald Blair herd as an outcross calving ease sire. With a good balance of groth, MCWT and carcase traits. 3 progeny sold in the 2022 bull sale team.

BORN: 20/08/2015

Rennylea L519 another well proven Australian sire that has worked really well in our herd. Breeding very sound, quiet progeny. Great carcase attributes, CWT, EMA, & IMF at 4.1% he has left some great young sires here in the Bald Blair herd. His progeny are very sound. Another highly proven Australian sire, currently owned by Booroomoka Angus. He has done a great job in the Bald Blair herd. 3 sons NBBP52, NBBP97 & NBBP69 also have progeny in this year’s sale. A great combination of growth and carcase.

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SITZ RESILIENT 10208

SIRE:

BORN: 15/02/2018

Sitz Resilient 10208, by Sitz Stellar, introduced into the Bald Blair Herd for his balanced EBV’s, good growth, restricted MCwt, and good Carcase EBV’s. He also represents an outcross pedigree to the Bald Blair Programme. We have some great Resilient progeny on Bald Blair, both Bulls and Heifers and looking forward to these breeders coming into production.

BORN: 03/02/2017

SIRE:

Tehama Patriarch, with an improving data set was introduced into the Bald Blair herd as a calving ease, outcross pedigree. He has a great spread of EBV’s for Bwt to 600D, great carcase wt and EMA, not to mention a restriction on Mcow Wt. He already has over 130 progeny in the Australian Herd.

Traits observed: BWT,200WT, 400WT,SC,Scan(EMA,Rib,Rump, IMF),DOC,Structure(Claw Set x 1, Foot

Qontemplate Q1149, VTMQ1149 was purchased as part of a syndicate, to add some outcross pedigrees into the Bald Blair Programme.

x 1),Genomics

Guyra District Vet 207 Falconer Street

South Guyra, New South Wales 2365

Ph: 02 6779 1173

Email: reception@guyradistrictvet.com.au

Date: 07-06-2023

This is to certify that, Leisa Brown of Guyra District Veterinary Services carried out a complete breeding soundness evaluation on each bull listed in the Bald Blair Angus catalogue.

This included:-

A physical examination - to ensure structural soundness

Examination of the reproductive organs - rectal palpation to examine the secondary sexual organs, measurement of scrotal circumference, palpation of the testicles and full examination of the penis and prepuce

Semen collection and assessment of gross motility - using an electroejaculator and assessment of motility using iSperm technology

Semen morphology - samples were sent for assessment by a UQSMSP accredited morphologist at Australian Veterinary Semen Morphology (AVetSM). Semen morphology is an essential part of the veterinary bull breeding soundness evaluation. It is used to assess individual sperm cells for defects that can impact the fertility of the bull and conception rates in your herd.

To achieve optimal fertility in a herd, an individual bull needs to achieve a pregnancy rate of 65% per cycle. The ultimate aim of a bull breeding soundness evaluation is to identify any problems/risk factors that may compromise this. Each bull listed in the Bald Blair Angus catalogue has been found to pass the requirements set by the Australian Cattle Vets Association bull breeding soundness examination.

Signed: Leisa Brown Date: 07-06-2023

Attention Buyer: Animal details included in this catalogue, including but not limited to pedigree, DNA information, Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) and Index values, are based on information provided by the breeder or owner of the animal. Whilst all reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information provided in this catalogue was correct at the time of publication, Angus Australia will assume no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information, nor for the outcome (including consequential loss) of any action taken based on this information.

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PLEASE NOTE FOLLOWING DISCLAIMER: Insurance risk of any stud animal sold at auction transfers to the purchaser at the fall of the hammer. Any animal remaining on the vendor’s property is at the risk of the purchaser, it is advised at a minimum that a full loss of use insurance policy is taken at time of sale.

Stud animals are not covered by commercial livestock transit insurance at any point. Please note – if you intend on bidding via Auctions Plus, you need to register with AuctionsPlus prior to sale day. This registration does not cover those intending to bid solely on AuctionsPlus. Also, it is vitally important that on sale day you collect your buyers registration (bidding) number and acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions as stated on our sale day buyers registration cards and as on display at the sale office.

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RECESSIVE GENETIC CONDITIONS

Recessive Genetic Conditions - Information For Bull Buyers

This is information for bull buyers about the recessive genetic conditions, Arthrogryposis Multiplex (AM), Hydrocephalus (NH), Contractural Arachnodactyly (CA) and Developmental Duplications (DD).

Putting undesirable Genetic Recessive Conditions in perspective

All animals, including humans, carry single copies (alleles) of undesirable or “broken” genes. In single copy form, these undesirable alleles usually cause no harm to the individual. But when animals carry 2 copies of certain undesirable or “broken” alleles it often results in bad consequences. Advances in genomics have facilitated the development of accurate diagnostic tests to enable the identification and management of numerous undesirable or “broken” genes. Angus Australia is proactive in providing its members and their clients with relevant tools and information to assist them in the management of known undesirable genes and our members are leading the industry in their use of this technology.

What are AM, NH, CA and DD?

Key point: With today’s DNA tools undesirable genetic conditions can be managed!

AM, NH, CA and DD are all recessive conditions caused by “broken” alleles within the DNA of individual animals. When a calf inherits 2 copies of the AM or NH alleles their development is so adversely affected that they will be still-born.

In other cases, such as CA and DD, calves carrying 2 copies of the broken allele may reach full-term. In such cases the animal may either appear relatively normal, or show physical symptoms that affect their health and/ or performance.

How are the conditions inherited?

Key point: The number of reported observations of AM, NH, CA and DD calves is very low and there is certainly no need for panic.

Research in the U.S. and Australia indicates that AM, NH, CA and DD are simply inherited recessive conditions. This means that a single gene (or pair of alleles) controls the condition. For this mode of inheritance two copies of the undesirable allele need to be present before the condition is seen; in which case you may get an abnormal calf. A more common example of a trait with a simple recessive pattern of inheritance is black and red coat colour. Animals with only one copy of the undesirable allele (and one copy of the normal form of the allele) appear normal and are known as “carriers”.

What happens when carriers are mated to other animals?

Carriers, will on average, pass the undesirable allele to a random half (50 %) of their progeny.

When a carrier bull and carrier cow is mated, there is a 25% chance that the resultant calf will inherit two normal alleles, a 50% chance that the mating will result in a carrier (i.e. with just 1 copy of the undesirable allele, and a 25% chance that the calf will inherit two copies of the undesirable gene.

If animals tested free of the undesirable gene are mated to carrier animals the condition will not be expressed at all. All calves will appear normal, but approximately half (50%) could be expected to be carriers.

How is the genetic status of animals reported?

Key point: For the condition to be expressed the undesirable gene needs to be present on both sides of the pedigree and both the sire and dam need to be a carrier.

DNA-based diagnostic tests have been developed which can be used to determine whether an individual animal is either a carrier or free of the alleles resulting in AM, NH, CA or DD.

Angus Australia uses advanced software to calculate the probability of (untested) animals to being carriers of AM, NH, CA or DD. The software uses the test results of any relatives in the calculations and the probabilities may change as new results for additional animals become available.

The genetic status of animals is being reported using five categories. For NH, CA and DD, simply replace AM in the below table with NH, CA or DD.

AMF Tested AM free

AMFU Based on pedigree AM free – Animal has not been tested

AM__% __% probability the animal is an AM carrier

Registration certificates and the Angus Australia web-database display these codes. This information is displayed on the animal details page and can be accessed by conducting an “Animal Search” from the Angus Australia website or looking up individual animals listed in a sale catalogue.

RECESSIVE GENETIC CONDITIONS

Key point: The genetic status of an animal is subject to change and will be re-analysed and adjusted each week as DNA test results of relatives are received.

Implications for Commercial Producers

Your decision on the importance of the genetic condition status of replacement bulls should depend on the genetics of your cow herd (which bulls you previously used) and whether some female progeny will be retained or sold as breeders.

Most Angus breeders are proactive and transparent in managing known genetic conditions, endeavouring to provide the best information available. The greatest risk to the commercial sector from undesirable genetic recessive conditions comes from unregistered bulls with unknown genetic background. The genetic condition testing that Angus Australia seedstock producers are investing in provides buyers of registered Angus bulls with unmatched quality assurance.

UNDERSTANDING TACE

What is the TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation?

The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation is the genetic evaluation program adopted by Angus Australia for Angus and Angus influenced beef cattle. The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation uses Best Linear Unbiased Prediction (BLUP) technology to produce Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) of recorded cattle for a range of important production traits (e.g. weight, carcase, fertility).

The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation is an international genetic evaluation and includes pedigree, performance and genomic information from the Angus Australia and Angus New Zealand databases, along with selected information from the American and Canadian Angus Associations.

The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation utilises a range of genetic evaluation software, including the internationally recognised BLUPF90 family of programs, and BREEDPLAN beef genetic evaluation analytical software, as developed by the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU), a joint institute of NSW Agriculture and the University of New England, and Meat and Livestock Australia Limited (MLA).

What is an EBV?

An animal’s breeding value can be defined as its genetic merit for each trait. While it is not possible to determine an animal’s true breeding value, it is possible to estimate it. These estimates of an animal’s true breeding value are called EBVs (Estimated Breeding Values). EBVs are expressed as the difference between an individual animal’s genetics and a historical genetic level (i.e. group of animals) within the TACE genetic evaluation, and are reported in the units in which the measurements are taken.

Using EBVs to Compare the Genetics of Two Animals

TACE EBVs can be used to estimate the expected difference in the genetics of two animals, with the expected difference equating to half the difference in the EBVs of the animals, all other things being equal (e.g. they are joined to the same animal/s).

For example, a bull with a 200 Day Growth EBV of +60 would be expected to produce progeny that are, on average, 10 kg heavier at 200 days of age than a bull with a 200 Day Growth EBV of +40 kg (i.e. 20 kg difference between the sire’s EBVs, then halved as the sire only contributes half the genetics). Or similarly, a bull with an IMF EBV of +3.0 would be expected to produce progeny with on average, 1% more intramuscular fat in a 400 kg carcase than a bull with a IMF EBV of +1.0 (i.e. 2% difference between the sire’s EBVs, then halved as the sire only contributes half the genetics).

Using EBVs to Benchmark an Animal’s Genetics with the Breed

EBVs can also be used to benchmark an animal’s genetics relative to the genetics of other Angus or Angus infused animals in Australia.

To benchmark an animal’s genetics relative to other Angus animals, an animal’s EBV can be compared to the EBV reference tables, which provide: the breed average EBV the percentile bands table

The current breed average EBV is listed on the bottom of each page in this publication, while the current EBV reference tables are included at the end of these introductory notes. For easy reference, the percentile band in which an animal’s EBV ranks is also published in association with the EBV.

Considering Accuracy

An accuracy value is published with each EBV, and is usually displayed as a percentage value immediately below the EBV. The accuracy value provides an indication of the reliability of the EBV in estimating the animal’s genetics (or true breeding value), and is an indication of the amount of information that has been used in the calculation of the EBV.

EBVs with accuracy values below 50% should be considered as preliminary or of low accuracy, 50-74% as of medium accuracy, 75-90% of medium to high accuracy, and 90% or greater as high accuracy.

Information supplied by Angus Australia

Description of TACE EBVs

EBVs are calculated for a range of traits within TACE, covering calving ease, growth, fertility, maternal performance, carcase merit, feed efficiency and structural soundness. A description of each EBV included in this publication is provided below.

CEDir % Genetic differences in the ability of a sire’s calves to be born unassisted from 2 year old heifers.

CEDtrs % Genetic differences in the ability of a sire’s daughters to calve unassisted at 2 years of age.

GL days Genetic differences between animals in the length of time from the date of conception to the birth of the calf.

BW kg Genetic differences between animals in calf weight at birth.

200 Day kg Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 200 days of age due to genetics for growth.

Higher EBVs indicate fewer calving difficulties in 2 year old heifers.

Higher EBVs indicate fewer calving difficulties in 2 year old heifers.

Lower EBVs indicate shorter gestation length.

Lower EBVs indicate lighter birth weight.

Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.

400 Day kg Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 400 days of age. Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.

600 Day kg Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 600 days of age. Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.

MCW kg Genetic differences between animals in live weight of cows at 5 years of age. Higher EBVs indicate heavier mature weight.

Milk kg Genetic differences between animals in live weight at 200 days of age due to the maternal contribution of its dam.

DtC days Genetic differences between animals in the time from the start of the joining period (i.e. when the female is introduced to a bull) until subsequent calving.

SS cm Genetic differences between animals in scrotal circumference at 400 days of age.

CWT kg Genetic differences between animals in hot standard carcase weight at 750 days of age.

EMA cm2 Genetic differences between animals in eye muscle area at the 12/13th rib site in a 400 kg carcase.

Rib Fat mm Genetic differences between animals in fat depth at the 12/13th rib site in a 400 kg carcase.

P8 Fat mm Genetic differences between animals in fat depth at the P8 rump site in a 400 kg carcase.

RBY % Genetic differences between animals in boned out saleable meat from a 400 kg carcase.

IMF % Genetic differences between animals in intramuscular fat (marbling) at the 12/13th rib site in a 400 kg carcase.

NFI-F kg/ day Genetic differences between animals in feed intake at a standard weight and rate of weight gain when animals are in a feedlot finishing phase.

Doc % Genetic differences between animals in temperament.

Higher EBVs indicate heavier live weight.

Lower EBVs indicate shorter time to calving.

Higher EBVs indicate larger scrotal circumference.

Higher EBVs indicate heavier carcase weight.

Higher EBVs indicate larger eye muscle area.

Higher EBVs indicate more fat.

Higher EBVs indicate more fat.

Higher EBVs indicate higher yield.

Higher EBVs indicate more intramuscular fat.

Lower EBVs indicate more feed efficiency.

Higher EBVs indicate better temperament.

Foot Angle score Genetic differences in foot angle (strength of pastern, depth of heel). Lower EBVs indicate more desirable foot angle.

Claw Set score Genetic differences in claw set structure (shape and evenness of claws). Lower EBVs indicate more desirable claw structure.

$A $ Genetic differences between animals in net profitability per cow joined in a typical commercial self replacing herd using Angus bulls. This selection index is not specific to a particular market end-point, but identifies animals that will improve overall net profitability in the majority of commercial, self replacing, grass and grain finishing beef production systems.

$GN $ The Heavy Grain Index ($GN) and Heavy Grain Low Feed Cost Index ($GN-L) estimate the genetic differences between animals in net profitability per cow joined in a commercial self replacing herd targeting pasture grown steers with a 250 day feedlot finishing period for the grain fed high quality, highly marbled markets. Daughters are retained for breeding and therefore female traits are of importance.

Steers are assumed to be slaughtered at 800 kg live weight (455 kg carcase weight with 30 mm P8 fat depth) at 24 months of age, with a significant premium for steers that exhibit superior marbling.

The $GN index caters for production systems where pasture is fully utilised for the majority of the year

Higher selection indexes indicate greater profitability.

Higher selection indexes indicate greater profitability.

STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT

STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT

INDEPENDENT BREEDING AND MARKETING SERVICES (IBMS)

Genetic Type Summary (GTS) and Structure Assessment

All Bald Blair bulls were inspected and assessed on the IBMS Type/Structure system. All bulls in this catalogue were considered acceptable for soundness and Muscling. If any potential buyers wish to discuss these bulls prior to the sale or on sale day, please contact Dick Whale on 0427 697 968 or at the sale, or discuss this system with Sam White.

IBMS Genetic Type

Summary (GTS) Traits: DESCRIPTIVE TRAITS

Stature - Evaluation of animals for maturity pattern and frame size. A score of 25 is average (Frame 5.5). This score may be influenced by age of dam, nutrition, etc. Scores greater than 25 indicate larger framed, latter maturing cattle.

Capacity – Evaluation combines spring of rib, and width of chest floor. Scores higher than 38 indicate a bull with greater capacity.

Body Length – Evaluation of body length from point of shoulder to pin bone. Scores higher than 25 indicate longer body length.

Muscle Score – is the muscularity devoid of subcutaneous fat. Higher scores indicate animals with higher yield and dressing percentage attributes. Scores 30 = C, 35 = C+, 40 = B-, 45 = B.

Doability – is the ability of an animal to deposit fat in fat depots, relative to their peers under a common management regime.

Sheath – evaluating the tightness of the sheath on bulls. 5 scores are tight, 1 score bulls have very loose and pendulous sheaths.

STRUCTURAL SOUNDNESS TRAITS

Feet – Evaluation of the shape and evenness of the front and rear feet, with 5 being ideal. Scores greater than 5 exhibit some scissor claw in feet. Scores less than 5 are open clawed.

Pastern Angle – Evaluation of strength of the pastern, depth of heel, and length of foot, with 5 ideal. Scores greater than 5 tend towards weaker pasterns and shallower heel, less than 5 towards being stubbed toe.

Rear Leg Angle – Evaluation of the angle through the hock joint. Scores greater than 5 indicate more sickle hocked, less than 5 indicate animals tending toward being straight (post legged).

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DIRECTIONS:

Bald Blair is located at 6486 Guyra Road, 10kms East of Guyra on the Guyra Ebor Road. The closest airport is Armidale Regional Airport, approximately 38kms South of Guyra on the New England Highway. We are 430kms from Brisbane on the New England Highway and 513kms from Sydney on Thunderbolt’s Way and then New England Highway. Accommodation options include Motels in Guyra and farm stays on Airbnb in the Guyra district.

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