Avondale is regarded arguably as one of the better managed farming properties in the Moree district. It receives some beneficial flooding from the Whalon Creek which aids in topping up moisture levels in the deep black alluvial soils.
The property has been farmed on a yearly rotational basis of mung beans and wheat for a number of years, thus enhancing its productivity.
SITUATION:
25kms south-west of Goondiwindi via Stirling/Willaroo Road.
AREA & TITLE:
Approx 930ha (2,300ac) – subject to survey.
COUNTRY:
Generally flat, open country typical of western flood plains of the area. The property is bordered by the Whalan Creek on the southern end which forms that boundary.
Soils are deep black self-cracking alluvial type. Original timber consists of mostly coolibah with some box and scattered myall and boonery.
RAINFALL
575 mm annual average.
FENCING:
Boundary fencing is plain and barbed, generally stock proof condition.
WATER
Cap & piped bore scheme on Booboora Bore Trust with two risers.
IMPROVEMENTS: Raised storage shed.