2610 Acres – 560 Megalitres Moira Scheme
Nestled amongst mature Murray pine, Oak and Box, following the ancient and much sought after Green Gully, sits a truly remarkable property: Milpara. The rich soils are ideal for a wide range of cropping and grazing, and with its’ extensive irrigation system and many improvements the property is both versatile and productive. Milpara has been host to a wide range of successful farming enterprises including large scale sheep stud, broad acre cropping, cattle feedlot, and numerous irrigated crops. This gently undulating property with its red sandy loams comprises 1057 hectares in multiple titles and enjoys an annual rainfall of approx. 425 mls supplemented by a water entitlement of 562 mg from the Moira Private Irrigation District. The 750 acres of irrigation includes a new lateral pivot irrigator which covers 290 acres complete with 45 mg of storage.
The property is well suited for livestock production and features a comprehensive system of electric fencing, laneways and holding pens designed for intensive stock handling, and with its fertile, well watered pastures and many sheltered areas Milpara has an excellent carrying capacity all year round.
The main homestead, built in 1922 is rendered double brick, set in established surrounds, providing a tranquil and very private family home. Features include fully tiled wrap around verandahs, original brick outbuildings and 90000 litres of underground water storage. The homestead provides 3 queen bedrooms, plus study in addition to 2 bathrooms and has excellent storage throughout.
Also provided are a 3 bedroom BV manager’s residence and separate cottage. Other improvements include a wide array of shedding, farm office with staff amenities building, plus machinery sheds, workshop, grain shed, silos and stables with tack room.
Milpara also has its own gravel pit which provides an additional income.
Situated only 20 minutes from the thriving tourist towns of Echuca/Moama, with their many recreational, sporting and educational choices, Milpara is a quality Riverina property which has only changed hands 3 times in the last 150 years.
This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure a very productive and versatile property in an historic and well regarded area.