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16th January 2025

AM Edition

Western District mansion sells in seven-figure deal

A six-bedroom sandstone homestead in Victoria’s west has changed hands after offers exceeded the asking price. See the details.

‘Pressure on the job’: Young cattle prices softening

The market for weaner cattle has taken a turn as agents and sellers report a softening as a swell of big numbers start to choke demand.

Calf breeders fight higher costs of production

Amid healthy weaner sale results, calf breeders may still be struggling to making a reasonable profit margin considering higher costs of production and elevated land values.

‘This kind of thing is not acceptable’

A push to highlight the poor quality of loading ramps across Australia has gained a strong following online, in a bid to improve ramp quality, animal welfare and workplace safety.

Picture gallery: All the action from Victoria’s weaner sales

Victoria’s famed weaner calf sales have drawn buyers from across the state and Australia as more than 38,000 head went under the hammer.