“Meander Rise” at Westwood in Northern Tasmania consists of 193.9 hectares (or 480 acres approximately) of fertile farmland. The property enjoys around 6km of Meander River frontage affording a lifestyle alongside productive farming. The strong soils vary across the farm ranging from black cracking clays on the flats, dark loams and red sandy soils on some higher ground. Established shelter belts have been planted in the past, with 2 additional belts planted more recently. The 5 bedroom circa 1920 homestead is well located in a private position overlooking the river. Additionally, a 3 bedroom cottage and separate shearers quarters provide for on farm accommodation or have rental potential. The outbuildings include a 4 stand shearing shed with yards, fully enclosed machinery shed and workshop, stockyards with a covered crush, hay barn, grain shed and storage shed. The fencing is in good condition with electricity throughout. The property currently boasts over 700ML of water, comprised of a 650ML water right (surety 6, 1 Nov to 30 Apr), a 22.5ML water right from the Meander Irrigation Scheme and a 60ML on farm storage dam. A 6 span TL pivot waters 40 hectares (or 100 acres approx.) and there are 49 above ground hydrants throughout the remainder of the property, with the ability to water 80% of the property.
All of this is located close to Carrick and 15 minutes from the city of Launceston, the airport and local livestock markets.

Note: a further 110 hectares is available by negotiation if required.