RECENT CATTLE MARKET REPORTS

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GRFTON FAT CATTLE SALE

DATE: 10/10/2023

217 TOTAL HEAD YARDED 120 EXPORT 97 YOUNG CATTLE

A small yarding of cattle this week. Apart from a handful of light cows, the condition and quality of most stock was good. Bullocks were too few to quote, while a handy run of fat cows sold to a top of 162.2c/kg, down considerably from a fortnight ago. The better-quality steer weaners sold fully frm with both commission buyers and local restockers competing. Heifers sold

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TENTERFIELD MARKET REPORT

COWS SELL TO $1,218.45

Sale Date: 09.10.2023 Number Yarded: 155 Numbers decreased this sale for a total yarding of 155 head, with the market trend slightly stronger compared to last week’s markets. A small yarding of steers reached 219.2 cents whilst no bullocks were yarded.

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LIVESTOCK MARKETS WARWICK & DISTRICT WEEK

ENDING 13/10/2023

Agents this week had slightly lower numbers and saw a rise in the better trade and export stock with limited restocker purchases at cattle sales , with the opposite bring seen at the sheep and lamb sales. Pork numbers are still down with some premiums being seen in the market. Poultry remains consistent with recent sales .

Vealer steers av 172.5c/kg topping at 248.2c/kg or $377.08 to $574.82

Vealer heifers av 139.5c/kg topping at 264.2c/kg or $350.12 to $871.86

Feeder steers av 203.6c/kg topping at 286.2c/kg or $766.09 to $1465.22

Feeder heifers av 154.8c/kg topping at 216.2c/kg or $561.57 to $697.00

Yearling steers av 244.3c/kg topping at 320.2c/kg or $748.99 to $1440.90

Yearling heifers av 176.7c/kg topping at 374.2c/kg or $512.83 to $1740.03

Steers av 217.3c/kg topping at 244.2c/kg or $1147.44 to $1789.49

Heifers av 169.2c/kg topping at 340.2c/kg or $722.44 to $1692.50

Cows av 137.9c/kg topping at 191.2c/kg or $715.75 to $1548.70

Bulls av 131.9c/kg topping at 182.2c/kg or $423.05 to $1836.00 to subdued rates, with most sales between 100c-150c/kg. Cattle of poor quality or with too many teeth are attracting almost no competition.

SALE HIGHLIGHTS

A/c LR & VB Franey sold Brangus Cows 162.2c/kg averaged 642.5kg - $1,042.14 p/hd

A/c Farmer Pastoral sold Brahman Cross Cows 159.2c/kg averaged 535kg - $851.72 p/hd

A/c Mary Rivers-Lloyd sold Devon Cross Cows 155c/kg averaged 552.5kg - $856.38 p/hd

A/c M & B Mulhearn sold an Angus Cow 160c/kg weighed 765kg - $1,224.00

A/c GW & JM Clarke sold Brahman Heifers 290.2c/kg

In the cow section heavy weights sold to 169.2 cents, medium weights reached 130 cents, while lightweights topped at 100 cents, heifers sold to 180 cents.

A very small yarding of trade cattle saw weaner steers top at 201.2 cents, whilst the heifer portion reached 173.2 cents, both returning to the paddock.

The yarding of bulls sold to 145.2 cents.

TENTERFIELD TOP PRICES

STEERS: DB, JC & NA Lanz $1168.34

COWS: David Sweeney $1218.45

Sale total av $653.25

Sheep & Lamb numbers were frm on last weeks sale with some good lines of trade and export types available. Mutton was in short supply except for a few runs of light ewes.

Lambs topped at $96 to av $62.54 level with last week

Hoggets topped at $80 to av $43.82 level with last week

Ewes topped at $56 to av $13.22 down $1 on last week

Rams topped at $50 to av $28.80 $18 up on last week

Lamb rams topped at $54 to av $50.32 up $19 on last week

Ewe Lambs topped at $75 to av $47.91 a drop of $36 o last week

Sale total av $54.57 a drop of $5/head .

Boars sold from $105 to $130, Sows from $126 to $340, Gilts to $200, Baconers from $124 to $155, Pork to $202, Stores from $66 to $210

Hens sold to $30, Roosters sold to $20, Groups of chickens sold to $47.50, Drakes sold to $17.50, Ducklings sold to $35, group of goslings sold to $120 for 7 head.

MC DOUGALL & SONS SHEEP & LAMB REPORT

Agents yarded a total of 1545 head to meet the market, the yarding had some good runs of trade and export lambs with a limited number of mutton available. The market was on a par with last week as far as the trade and export stock were concerned. The mutton numbers were limited and were not in line with recent markets. Lambs topped at $96 to av $62.54 (par ), Hoggets topped at $80 to av $43.82 (Par ), Ewes topped at $56 to av $13.22($1 down), Rams topped at $50 to av $28.80 ($18up), Lamb Rams topped at $54 to av $50.32 ($19up), averaged 232.5kg - $674.72 p/hd

A/c Luke Tweddle sold Angus Cross Steers 218.2c/kg averaged 216.7kg - $472.77 p/hd

Friday 20th October – Antiques & Collectables Auction, Grafton Racecourse | 11am

Viewing from 9am, Auction from 11am

Tuesday 24th October 2023 – Grafton Fat Cattle Sale, Grafton Saleyards | 8am

Thursday 2nd November 2023 – Grafton Store Cattle Sale, Grafton Saleyards | 9am

Tuesday 7th November 2023 – Grafton Fat Cattle Sale, Grafton Saleyards | 8am

HEIFERS: Mike Petrie $792.00

YEARLINGS: KJ & JM Pitkin $810.00

VEALERS: Gungel Pastoral $576.77

BULLS: PM & SJ Prosser $1193.14

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Ewe lambs topped at $75 to av $47.91 ($36down). The sale total of 1545 head av $54.57 a drop of $5/head week on week.

Ennismore sold Xbred lambs 58.3kg to Grants Quality Meats for $90, 55kg Merino lambs to restockers for $81, Hoggets 57kg to Eversons for $52

Balonne Plains sold Dorper lambs off ewes 57.1kg to Eversons for $82, 56.3kg to Eversons for $70, 55.7kg to Warwick Meats for $70, 54.8kg to Eversons for $70, 51.5kg to GR Prime for $70, 51.3kg to Gr Prime for $70, 50.7kg to Warwick Meats for $66, 49.2 & 49.4 to Eversons & GR Prime for $60, 46.5kg to Eversons for $50

Alaringa Rural Enterprises sold Dorper lambs off feed 49.5kg to Leslie Lamb for $81, 46.9kg to Gr Prime for $79, 46.9kg to Leslie Lamb for $79, 46.1kg to Eversons for $78

Pymdall P/L sold Dorper lambs 50kg to restockers for $85 and Grants Quality Meats for $76

Mc Nulty Grazing sold Dorper lambs 49kg to Eversons for $76, 46.3kg to Eversons for $60

Nowlands sold Dorper x lambs 39.4kg to restockers for $55 and $40

James Cooper sold Ewe lambs 48kg to Eversons for $74, Ewes to restockers for $52, 60kg ewe hoggets to restockers for $80

HLH Holdings sold Aussie white ram lamb s 64.2kg to restockers for $50, 62 kg to restockers for $5040kg to restockers for $54, hogget rams 64.2kg to restockers for $62, $50,and $32, 64kg to Highchester Meats for $32

Banks Family sold Merino lambs 47.5kg to restockers for $40, 45.3kg to restockers for $36, 41.8kg to restockers for $31, 41.8kg to Eversons for $25, 44.7kg hoggets to restockers for $34

As far as putting colour into my work, I was particularly infuenced by the Bonnards and the Matisses that I’d seen when I was away.

– Margaret Olley

Margaret Olley lived a life dedicated to art and artists. She drew inspiration from the great modern masters she admired – Bonnard, Matisse, Morandi, Gauguin, Cezanne and others. She understood the importance of experiencing the work of another artists in ways that were impactful to her own creative practice.

As a legacy of this, and Olley’s generous support for fellow artists, the Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret

Margaret Olley’s artistic legacy fostering creativity and collaboration

Olley Art Centre (TRG MOAC) presents an exclusive program of exhibitions that stimulate the creation of new work by artists living in and beyond our region.

Gallery Director Susi Muddiman OAM said the program offered tremendous opportunity for regional artists.

“The Gallery’s program is not just about exhibiting work but also about creating professional development opportunities for regional and national artists,” Ms Muddiman said.

“The next exhibition in the Margaret Olley Art Centre, titled Light & Life, is an exciting example of this.

“To realise this exhibition, three contemporary painters - already exploring the genre of still life - were invited to undertake a residency in the Gallery’s Nancy Fairfax

Artist in Residence Studio and make new work in response to objects in the recreation of Margaret Olley’s home studio. This gives the Tweed Regional

Gallery a unique edge as a creative hub that goes beyond the exhibition.

“Margaret Olley painted in her Duxford Street home studio for nearly 50 years. Her home was an ecosystem of art and life, making the recreation of her home studio a rich and evocative portal into her practice as an artist.

“We have always felt it vital that the home studio recreation remains a subject matter for artists, just as it was for Olley.”

The exhibition Light & Life brings together superb examples of Olley’s work, from public and private collections, that have been carefully selected to be exhibited alongside the contemporary works made in response to her home studio. This gives visitors the opportunity to see Olley’s work from various decades of her enduring career and consider them in a contemporary context.

Light & Life: Margaret Olley, Laura Jones, India Mark and Mirra Whale will be on display in the Margaret Olley Art Centre from 18 October 2023 until 28 April 2024. The exhibition is complemented by a range activities and events including artmaking programs for families, master class workshops, artist talks, Auslan tours and more. For all activity and event details visit the Gallery website.

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ARIES (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Friday’s Sun/Mercury conjunction favours companionship, networking and socialising. But there’s the potential for explosive SunPluto power struggles on the weekend (with an authority figure, work colleague or loved one). So calm down and try to communicate with extra care and diplomacy, otherwise you could overreact and do or say something you later regret! Strive to be uncharacteristically patient, as you recalibrate and make frustration your friend.

TAURUS (Apr 21 – May 20)

It’s a good week for mental focus, long-term planning and clever problem-solving, especially at work. But Bulls need to tread carefully with a temperamental colleague, client or customer who wants things done their way – and may not be prepared to compromise. On the weekend, pleasure-planet Jupiter trines Venus (your ruler) which is terrific for travelling, exploring, eating out, birthday parties, music festivals and socialising with friends.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 21)

Your wonderfully witty side could blossom, as you brainstorm ideas and amaze others with your quick-witted quips and clever comments. But – if you are too hasty – then you could put your foot firmly in your mouth. When it comes to a relationship issue, are you desperately trying to fix a frustrating situation? Prepare for some resistance from others (especially a child, teenager or friend). Quick fixes won’t work. You need to slow down and think things through.

CANCER (June 22 – July 22)

This week Pluto pushes your insecurity buttons, which could activate your protective Crab claws. But the more defensive – and resistant to change – you are, the more exhausted you’ll feel. And the more difficult the week will be. Try to get the balance right between maintaining the status quo (with things that are working) and changing the aspects of your life that aren’t functioning well. A close relationship certainly needs to be reviewed and renewed.

LEO (July 23 – Aug 22)

There’s a challenging connection between Pluto and the Sun (your power planet) so try to avoid family squabbles, online arguments and runins with authority figures. If you are the person in charge, then resist the urge to be bossy and overbearing. Behaving like a demanding Diva will get you nowhere fast! Try to be extra patient … which is not one of your natural virtues. For some lucky Leos, Venus and Jupiter bless a work project or a joint financial venture.

VIRGO (Aug 23 – Sept 22)

Expect an eventful week, Virgo, as the Mercury/ Pluto square stirs up trouble. A double dose of diplomacy is required if you want to keep the peace. The focus is on friendships. How to nurture them, keep them … and then let them go if you have outgrown each other. You’ll find enjoyable mutual interests are essential to long-term platonic relationships. A close friend could also be the final piece of the puzzle as you follow the path to your true destiny.

LIBRA (Sept 23 – Oct 23)

Venus (your patron planet) trines generous Jupiter which highlights flirtatious encounters, romantic adventures and long-term friendships. But communication could be rather complicated, as possessiveness or jealousy rear their ugly heads. So slap on a diplomatic smile and share the love around. As actress/writer (and Libran birthday great) Carrie Fisher observed: “Everything is negotiable. Whether or not the negotiation is easy is another thing.”

SCORPIO (Oct 24 – Nov 21)

This week the Sun and Mercury are at odds with powerful Pluto (your patron planet) which boosts your temperamental streak and your Scorpio control-freak tendencies. You could feel like you’re stuck in a self-sabotaging rut or even going backwards. You’ll find the more stubborn you are, the more challenging the week will be. Birthday great Tom Petty sings: “I won’t back down”, but you need to keep your options open and try to be much more flexible

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Do you enjoy your job and does it stimulate your mind? This week, take the time to re-evaluate a professional matter (or a volunteer position) as Venus, Jupiter and Uranus stimulate your work sectors. The planets also activate your reputation zone, so make sure your public image is in line with your true Sagittarian self. Enjoy being the authentic you! Draw inspiration from birthday great, writer and wit Oscar Wilde: “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

With the Sun (creativity) and Mercury (communication) in your career zone, it will be easier to sort out workplace problems than at other times. Especially if you articulate your thoughts and are prepared to compromise. A stressed colleague is hoping you can provide some astute advice and a helping hand. So do your best to be extra diplomatic. Singles – you could meet your soulmate while you (or they) are travelling, or via an introduction from a friend.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Someone may pressure you to reveal information that was given to you in confidence. Hence your current moral and philosophical conundrum as you ponder: is honesty always the best policy?

With the Sun and Mercury transiting through your travel zone, adventure and faraway places beckon. So start planning your itinerary now. It’s also important to keep up to date with your international contacts. Who knows where they will eventually lead?

PISCES (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

This week’s stars favour study, research, relationships and short trips. But there could be some conflict around trust issues and keeping secrets. With Saturn and Neptune both transiting through your sign, try to be disciplined with yourself and compassionate towards others. Take the time to contemplate the wise words of birthday great, playwright Oscar Wilde: “Our ambition should be to rule ourselves, the true kingdom for each one of us.”