LANCEWOOD – Large Scale Irrigated Hay Farming Enterprise + Grazing, with Exceptional Water Security

Set on the banks of the mighty Burdekin River, Lancewood presents an outstanding opportunity to secure a large-scale, turnkey farming enterprise in the tightly held Charters Towers region. Combining scale, water security and quality infrastructure, this versatile property is ideally suited to hay production, grazing and future agricultural expansion.

Spanning approximately 1490.10 hectares (3,689 acres) of freehold land plus an additional 52.1 Ha of leasehold land, Lancewood offers a highly productive mix of irrigated farmland and grazing country. The property is supported by significant water resources, including approximately 3,929ML of tradeable water allocations, underpinned by the ever reliable, mighty Burdekin River.

Key Features

• Approx. 500 acres under irrigation via four centre pivots
• Additional ~400 acres of cleared land with further irrigation or dryland farming potential
• Substantial water security with 5 allocations totalling approx. 3,929ML
• Mix of productive fertile river loams and grazing land
• Capacity to conservatively run ~200 AE cattle year-round

Infrastructure & Improvements

Lancewood is exceptionally well improved, offering multiple accommodation options and extensive operational infrastructure:

• Comfortable 3-bedroom main homestead which is full air-conditioned
• Two-bedroom cottage plus 5-bedroom donga
• Two large hay sheds (approx. 19m x 40m) with capacity of 1,500 big square bales each
• 54m x 12m machinery shed
• Workshop/stable facilities and supporting infrastructure
• Well-constructed steel cattle yards (approx. 400 head capacity)

Water & Irrigation

Water is a standout feature of Lancewood, providing reliability and flexibility for production:

• Direct access to the Burdekin River, Australia’s largest river by peak discharge volume
• Bore supplying house and stock water
• Multiple dams, lagoons and ring tank water storage
• Diesel-powered centre pivots with established irrigation infrastructure  

Production & Potential

Currently utilised for hay production, Lancewood grows improved varieties including Rhodes grass, with proven capability for high-yield output. The fertile soils also offer excellent potential for diversified cropping and horticulture, including vegetables, citrus, melons and other high-value crops.

In addition, previous development works provide a foundation for a potential feedlot operation, supported by abundant water and feed resources.

Location

• Approx. 130km from Charters Towers
• Approx. 140–170km from Townsville

This strategic location offers access to livestock markets, processing facilities and regional services, while maintaining the productivity and lifestyle of a premium river property.

Additional Highlights

• Approx. 3,000 acres of grazing country with fencing infrastructure  
• Category X land (approx. 580ha) providing flexibility
• Walk-in walk-out sale with plant and equipment included
• Recreational appeal with fishing, boating and river access

Lancewood is a rare offering delivering scale, water security and versatility, making it one of the most compelling irrigation and mixed farming opportunities in North Queensland.

Disclaimer: The above report has been prepared by Slaney & Co based on information supplied by the property owner and other credible sources. Every endeavour has been made to verify its accuracy. Whilst we trust the information to be correct, we make no warranties nor guarantees, and prospective purchasers must rely on their own enquiries & research. © Copyright Slaney & Co