531 Merrigal Road Collie NSW 2827

Located just 11km north of Collie, midway between Warren and Gilgandra and approximately 90km north of Dubbo, "Merrigal" is one of the Central West's most recog ...

Located just 11km north of Collie, midway between Warren and Gilgandra and approximately 90km north of Dubbo, "Merrigal" is one of the Central West's most recognised rural holdings. Long synonymous with successful farming in the Collie district, the property has evolved from a traditional wool-growing enterprise into a highly productive mixed farming operation combining broadacre cropping with Merino sheep breeding. Today, approximately 1,300 hectares of crop are being sown, highlighting the property's ongoing productivity and agricultural capability. Comprising approximately 5,075 hectares (12,539 acres), Merrigal offers an outstanding balance of cropping and grazing country. Around 3,242 hectares (8,010 acres) are dedicated to productive dryland cropping, supported by fertile soft grey self-mulching soils through to red loams, while the remaining 1,833 hectares (4,529 acres) provide quality grazing country along the creek systems. There is also potential to further expand the cropping area. The region enjoys a temperate inland climate with hot summers, cool winters and moderate annual rainfall averaging between 480-500mm, creating favourable conditions for cereal, pulse and fodder production, alongside sheep and cattle enterprises. Pastures across the grazing country consist primarily of native grasses and medics, while lucerne has previously been established within cropping areas. Together these pastures provide a valuable grazing and finishing platform for livestock. Water security is a major strength of Merrigal. Supply is provided through five bores (three electric, one solar and one windmill), supported by 13 dams and frontage to both Merrigal and Wemabung Creeks. A comprehensive reticulated water system incorporates 32 storage tanks and approximately 45 troughs, ensuring reliable stock water throughout the property year-round. All bore systems are integrated, providing excellent operational flexibility and reliability. Currently operating with a self-replacing Merino flock, Merrigal is equally suited to sheep, cattle or a combination of both. Existing fencing, livestock infrastructure and water systems have been designed to efficiently accommodate multiple enterprise options. The property is divided into 22 main paddocks, with fencing comprising predominantly hinge-joint construction, supplemented by netting and plain wire fencing to provide secure stock management and support rotational grazing practices. Native timber species including Belar, Rosewood, Wilga, Grey Box, Cypress Pine and Coolabah are well distributed across the grazing country, providing valuable shelter, shade, biodiversity and environmental balance. The property's improvements are extensive and designed to support large-scale mixed farming operations. At its centre is a modern 5-stand raised-board Eco Enterac woolshed complete with bathroom facilities, double-ended grinder and three overhead shearing plants. Complementing this is the original historic 12-stand timber-framed woolshed, recognised as the first electrified woolshed in the Collie district, now utilised for sheep shedding and storage. Machinery and workshop facilities include a substantial four-bay steel-framed machinery shed measuring approximately 20m x 10m x 5.4m, together with a large workshop and vehicle shed of approximately 50m x 30m, featuring power, partial concrete flooring and secure storage areas. Supporting infrastructure includes a 10kVA solar system, multiple rainwater storage tanks and fuel storage capacity of approximately 18,000 litres. Storage infrastructure is equally impressive, with two hay sheds measuring approximately 18m x 10m, a large hay and grain shed measuring approximately 36m x 18m, and substantial grain and fertiliser storage facilities comprising multiple silos with a total capacity of approximately 2,270 tonnes, delivering significant operational efficiency and flexibility. Livestock handling facilities are modern and practical. Centrally located steel cattle yards include a crush, scales and loading ramp, while a second set of cattle yards with associated sheep handling facilities is positioned on the southern section of the property. Sheep operations are serviced by modern Clipex sheep yards with a Stockpro adjustable loading ramp adjacent to the main woolshed, plus a secondary set of steel sheep yards near the southern livestock complex. Accommodation is well catered for through three separate residences. The Manager's Residence is a solid double-brick home featuring three bedrooms plus an office or fourth bedroom, open-plan living, polished timber floors, wood heating, evaporative cooling, enclosed verandahs and established gardens. Additional improvements include solar hot water, storage sheds and a double garage. The Owner's Residence is a comfortable three-bedroom Colourbond-clad home featuring a modern kitchen, separate living area, office, reverse-cycle air conditioning, verandahs, Starlink connectivity, carport and rainwater storage. A separate Workers Cottage provides additional accommodation with three bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, living area, reverse-cycle air conditioning, wood heating, enclosed verandah, carport and rainwater storage, making it ideal for staff or guest accommodation. Merrigal represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly regarded and historically significant Central Western property combining productive cropping country, quality grazing land, secure water resources, extensive infrastructure and flexible livestock capabilities. Continually improved under the stewardship of the Lean family, the property offers a strong foundation for future agricultural success while preserving its rich pastoral heritage and iconic standing within the district. Offered for Sale via Expressions of Interest • Round 1 closes: Thursday 30 July 2026 • Round 2 closes: Friday 7 August 2026 • Inspections by Appointment Agents • Peter Dwyer - 0418 266 523 • Graham Anderson - 0428 253 163