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Recording of Steers via ILROnline
The Society’s online recording system now allows for the registration of steers. This will of course be useful if members wish to record performance data to complement DNA analysis. Steer registration will be at the much reduced rate of $5.50. Whilst […]
Harris Family of Clarkfield Inducted into Hall of Fame
The Society extends its congratulations on this very fitting recognition to Bev Harris and her extended family (pictured). The award was presented to the family during the 2025 Melbourne Royal Interbreed competition. The family has supported the carcase competition for many years and have been successful in two wins and […]
Its’ All About The Carcase
We are pleased to report that the 2025 Borthwick Trophy team of 3 pure bred Australian Shorthorn steers were successful in achieving a top aggregate carcase point score.
The team selected were entered by :
* the Harris Family of Clarkefield (sire of carcase […]
Melbourne Royal 2025
On Thursday 2 October, Shorthorns will be judged at the Melbourne Royal. Mr Gavin O’Brien of Winchester Charolais has been nominated as our judge. Located in Walbundrie, NSW Gavin runs an Angus and Charolais Seedstock operation offering Bulls, Females, Embryo’s & Semen For Sale.
We take this opportunity to introduce new exhibitors this […]
Summary: 2025 National Shorthorn Show & Sale
The 2025 National Shorthorn Show & Sale has concluded; 77/101 bulls sold to a top of $40,000 and averaged $8636. 7/10 heifers sold to a top of $16,000 averaging $7929. 2/2 PTIC recipients sold to $7500 and averaged $5750, and 1/1 semen package sold for $80/straw. Mr Ivan Price, Moongool […]
Peter Falls Awarded Hall of Fame Honour
We are very proud to announce that Society President, Peter Falls (Malton Shorthorns) was inducted into the National Shorthorn Show & Sale Hall of Fame, and we offer our sincere congratulations to Peter on this recognition.
Andrea Falls has completed her 3 year […]