More than 71,000 head were offered on AuctionsPlus for the week, a 47% lift on the previous week.
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More than 71,000 head were offered on AuctionsPlus for the week, a 47% lift on the previous week.
Overall clearance came in at 91%, down 3 percentage points week on week.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 64c to settle at 1418c/kg dressed weight.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were the standout performers of the week, averaging 833c/kg and $393/head across 3,015 head offered, with the top end of the range reaching 976c/kg and $460/head.
Merino Ewe Lambs also attracted strong competition, averaging 726c/kg and $281/head, gaining 83c/kg on the week.
SIL Merino Ewes were another bright spot in the joined ewe section, averaging $362/head, up $39 on the previous week.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 631c/kg and $237/head across 21,059 head, easing 17c/kg on the week.
Merino Wether Lambs softened 26c/kg to average 572c/kg and $200/head from 27,551 head offered.
Composite/Other Breed Lambs averaged 619c/kg and $265/head, with no week-on-week change recorded.
Joined ewes totalled 5,194 head and cleared at 100%. SIL Merino Ewes led the category at an average of $362/head, while Joined Ewes and Lambs (Mixed) averaged $402/head.
NSM ewes totalled 8,137 head and returned an 89% clearance at an average of $323/head, ranging from $170 to $450/head.
Processors were not successful in securing any lots in this week's market.
From Ariah Park, NSW, a line of 184 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '26 drop and weighing 40kg returned $265/head and will travel to a buyer in Boweya, VIC.
From Harrow, VIC, a line of 290 Merino wethers aged 12 to 13 months old and weighing 38kg returned $180/head and will travel to a buyer in Horsham, VIC.
From Tottenham, NSW, a line of 490 PRIMELINE ewes Jun/Jul '26 drop and weighing 42kg returned $434/head and will travel to a buyer in Balmain, NSW.
AuctionsPlus listed 48,219 head in its commercial sheep and lamb sales, down 4% on the previous week.
Clearance lifted 6 percentage points to 92%, with the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) rising 76c to 1484c/kg dressed weight.
First Cross ewe lambs topped the per-head table at an average of $325, ranging from $239 to $454, though the category shed $55/head on the week despite achieving 100% clearance.
SIL Merino ewes were a standout in the joined lines, averaging $323/head, up $103, on a 100% clearance from 457 head offered.
SIL Shedding Breed ewes also performed well, averaging $443/head, up $45, with 768 head clearing at 100%.
Crossbred lambs averaged 647c/kg, up 13c on the week, while Merino Wether lambs averaged 603c/kg, up a notable 95c.
Crossbreds carried a 44c premium over Merino Wether lambs.
Overall lamb clearance sat at 93% from 40,339 head offered, averaging 630c/kg across the category.
Joined ewes totalled 1,670 head and cleared at 100%, averaging $400/head.
NSM ewes accounted for 5,209 head at 90% clearance, averaging $314/head.
Merino Ewe Hoggets were the largest NSM line at 3,190 head, averaging $329/head, up $39, while Merino Ewes averaged $260/head, up $43 on full clearance.
Processors accounted for less than 1% of purchases this week.
From Marrar, NSW, a line of 269 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '26 drop and weighing 41kg returned $271/head and will travel to a buyer in Boweya, VIC.
From Warren, NSW, a line of 415 Merino ewe lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 50kg returned $360/head and will travel to a buyer in Rylstone, NSW.
From Tullamore, NSW, a line of 130 SIL Merino ewes aged 3.5 to 4.5 years old and weighing 62kg returned $400/head and will travel to a buyer in Forbes, NSW.
AuctionsPlus listed 50,140 commercial sheep and lambs for the week, up 9% on the previous week, and overall clearance came in at 84%, up 9 percentage points week on week.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 99c to close at 1407c/kg dressed weight. Lamb clearance reached 88% across 34,259 head offered, with First Cross Ewe Lambs the standout performers of the sale. That category drew strong competition, averaging $380/head and 812c/kg across 4,053 head at 90% clearance, up 22c/kg and $32/head on the week.
Merino Ewe Lambs also performed well, averaging $304/head and 710c/kg, gaining 57c/kg and $31/head. Crossbred Lambs averaged 634c/kg across 17,090 head, easing 13c/kg on the week despite a solid 90% clearance. Merino Wether Lambs came under more pressure, averaging 513c/kg from 8,602 head, down 82c/kg. Shedding Breed Lambs averaged 616c/kg, up 34c/kg despite averaging $16/head less in head terms.
The joined ewe section offered 2,891 head at 71% clearance, averaging $274/head. SIL Shedding Breed Ewes were the highlight, with 418 head averaging $398/head at 100% clearance, up $60/head on the week. SIL Merino Ewes attracted softer results, with 595 head averaging $221/head at 85% clearance, down $138/head. NSM ewes totalled 11,552 head at 85% clearance, averaging $253/head, with Shedding Breed Ewes and Composite/Other Breed Ewes leading on week-on-week gains of $107 and $68/head respectively.
Processors accounted for 3% of purchases.
From Sutherlands, SA, a line of 200 Merino wether lambs Apr/May '26 drop and weighing 41kg returned $226/head and will travel to a buyer in Eudunda, SA.
From Muckadilla, QLD, a line of 706 White Dorper mixed sex lambs Feb/Mar '23 drop and weighing 39kg returned $244/head and will travel to a buyer in Jackson, QLD.
From Bordertown, SA, a line of eight station mated KD Blacks ewes aged 12 to 14 months old and weighing 50kg returned $398/head and will travel to a buyer in Murrami, NSW.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) surged 99c to 1525c/kg dressed weight as clearance ticked up 1 percentage point to 72%. Total commercial sheep offerings reached 46,162 head, down 16% on the previous week, with overall lamb clearance sitting at 74%.
First Cross Ewe Lambs led the charge on a cents-per-kilogram basis, averaging 790c/kg from 1,401 head offered at 37% clearance, up 99c on the week. Merino Ewe Lambs attracted strong competition, averaging $273/head and 653c/kg across 2,656 head, while Shedding Breed Lambs performed solidly at $229/head and 582c/kg from 1,837 head at 79% clearance. Among the joined ewe lines, SIL Merino Ewes stood out, averaging $358/head from 1,264 head at 100% clearance, up $49 on the week, with SIL First Cross Ewes close behind at $360/head and 87% clearance.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 647c/kg this week, up 27c, while Merino Wether Lambs recovered 45c to average 603c/kg. The crossbred premium over Merino Wether Lambs widened to 44c/kg. Crossbred Lambs recorded the strongest clearance in the lamb category at 83% from 17,263 head, with Merino Wether Lambs clearing at 62% from 9,463 head offered.
Joined ewes totalled 3,378 head at 71% clearance, averaging $390/head with a range of $260 to $478. NSM ewes were well represented with 8,056 head offered at 70% clearance, averaging $254/head across a range of $166 to $360. Merino Ewe Hoggets were a highlight in the NSM category, averaging $306/head from 2,264 head at 75% clearance, up $34 on the week.
Processors accounted for 2% of purchases.
From Hay, NSW, a line of 675 Poll Dorset/Merino mixed sex lambs May/May '26 drop and weighing 45kg returned $266/head and will travel to a buyer in Loxton, SA.
From Charra, SA, a line of 300 Poll Merino wether lambs Apr/May '26 drop and weighing 41kg returned $225/head and will travel to a buyer in Cowell, SA.
From Cootamundra, NSW, a line of 157 Poll Merino ewe lambs Apr/May '25 drop and weighing 48kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Cootamundra, NSW.
Sheep and lamb numbers eased on AuctionsPlus this week, with 54,836 head offered across all categories and a national clearance rate of 69%, down 9 percentage points on the previous week.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) fell 74c to close at 1426c/kg dressed weight, reflecting softer demand across several lamb lines despite solid volume moving through the system.
Merino Ewe Lambs were among the week's standout performers, averaging $343/head and clearing at 63% from 1,435 head offered, up $77 on the previous week.
First Cross Ewe Lambs also attracted strong interest, returning an average of $350/head and clearing at 86% from 1,252 head, spanning a c/kg range of 509 to 854c.
SIL Composite and other breed ewes returned the strongest joined ewe result, averaging $371/head and clearing all 255 head offered, up $43 on the week.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 620c/kg from 23,749 head, easing 78c on the week, while Merino Wether Lambs bucked the trend to lift 7c, averaging 579c/kg from 6,130 head offered. The crossbred premium over Merino wethers held at 41c.
Shedding breed lambs averaged 589c/kg, down 42c, with 4,833 head offered at a 65% clearance rate.
Joined ewes totalled 7,080 head at a 73% clearance rate, averaging $320/head across the category.
SIL Merino Ewes made up the bulk of the joined ewe offering at 4,477 head, averaging $309/head and clearing 70%, easing $8 on the week.
NSM ewes comprised 6,193 head at a 63% clearance, averaging $277/head, with Merino Ewe Hoggets and Merino Ewes both posting solid week-on-week gains of $53 and $54 respectively.
From Ariah Park, NSW, a line of 270 Poll Dorset/Dohne mixed sex lambs Mar/Apr '26 drop and weighing 44kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
From Molong, NSW, a line of 460 Poll Merino ewe lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 53kg returned $350/head and will travel to a buyer in Cumnock, NSW.
From Coolac, NSW, a line of 224 Composite ewes Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 53kg returned $318/head and will travel to a buyer in Yass, NSW.
This week's AuctionsPlus commercial sheep offerings reached 55,163 head, down 7% on the previous week, while the overall clearance rate lifted 5 percentage points to 78%, with value over reserve averaging $20 per head.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) easing 3c to 1500c/kg dressed weight.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were the standout performers of the week, averaging $354 per head and ranging from $232 to $422, up $43 on the week with a strong 91% clearance.
Merino Ewe Lambs also drew keen interest, averaging $266 per head across a range of $210 to $370, while Composite/Other Breed Lambs topped the c/kg table at 836c/kg dressed weight.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 699c/kg dressed weight, easing 4c on the week, while Merino Wether Lambs improved 19c to average 572c/kg.
Composite/Other Breed Lambs averaged 836c/kg, though the category offered limited volume at 814 head.
Clearance rates were strongest in the Crossbred and First Cross categories, both clearing at 91% or better.
Joined ewes totalled 9,311 head with a 67% clearance, averaging $334 per head.
SIL First Cross Ewes were a notable mover, averaging $402 per head, up $132 on the week, though clearance remained subdued at 32%.
NSM ewes accounted for 11,406 head at a 65% clearance, averaging $234 per head, with Merino Ewe Hoggets the largest contributor at 5,517 head averaging $218.
Processors accounted for 2% of purchases this week.
From Booleroo Centre, SA, a line of 130 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Mar/Apr '26 drop and weighing 38kg returned $237/head and will travel to a buyer in Kingscote, SA.
From Trundle, NSW, a line of 205 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 62kg returned $422/head and will travel to a buyer in Breadalbane, NSW.
From Narromine, NSW, a line of 390 Dohne ewes Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 45kg returned $300/head and will travel to a buyer in Ariah Park, NSW.
The AuctionsPlus total commercial sheep and lamb offerings rose sharply this week, up 54% to 59,015 head. The increased volume weighed on competition, with overall clearance easing 17 percentage points to 59% and the amount over reserve falling $12 to average $21/head. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 63c to 1502c/kg DW.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were the standout performers of the week, gaining 105c/kg, the largest movement across all lamb categories, to average 864c/kg from a range of 636-984c/kg. 3,944 head were offered, clearing 70% at an average of $310/head across a range of $260 to $428/head.
Shedding Breed Lambs also bucked the softer trend on a per-head basis, with average returns lifting $13 to $240/head despite the c/kg rate easing 19c to 628c/kg. 2,893 head were offered, with 78% clearing.
Elsewhere, price pressure was more evident across the market. Crossbred Lambs eased 17c to 704c/kg from 12,806 head offered, clearing 62% at an average of $230/head, down $13.
Merino Mixed Sexes and Composite/Other Breed Lambs were both steady on the week, holding at 530c/kg and 712c/kg respectively.
Across all stock categories, Lambs led total volume with 31,368 head offered, clearing 65% at an average of 676c/kg and $230/head.
From Deniliquin, NSW, a line of 313 Merino ewe lambs aged 11 to 12 months old and weighing 52kg returned $340/head and will travel to a buyer in Deniliquin, NSW.
From Carrathool, NSW, a line of 370 Border Leicester/Merino wether lambs Apr/May '26 drop and weighing 39kg returned $258/head and will travel to a buyer in Epsom, VIC.
From Molong, NSW, a line of 135 Border Leicester/Poll Merino first cross ewe lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 62kg returned $428/head and will travel to a buyer in Narromine, NSW.
The AuctionsPlus total commercial sheep offerings fell 14% to 37,408 head this week. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) slipped 18c to 1574c/kg DW. Overall clearance came in at 76%, down 10 percentage points on the previous week, though the amount over reserve lifted $1 to average $35/head, suggesting competition remained present where quality was on offer.
Lambs led clearance across all categories, with 87% of the 19,938 head offered finding a buyer. First Cross Ewe Lambs were the standout performers of the week, clearing at 100% from 800 head offered and averaging $382/head across a range of $332 to $404/head, with c/kg values lifting 65c to 758c/kg.
Merino Wether Lambs also put in a strong showing, returning 7c/kg higher at 592c/kg and clearing at a near-perfect 98% from 3,725 head.
Crossbred lambs averaged 724c/kg from 10,562 head offered, easing 18c on the week, with 86% clearing at an average of $245/head.
Merino Wether Lambs firmed 7c to 592c/kg, bucking the broader trend and clearing at 98%.
Shedding Breed Lambs softened 40c to 648c/kg, with 85% of the 1,196 head offered sold.
Crossbreds continued to command a significant premium over Merino wethers, with the spread holding at 132c/kg.
Joined ewes accounted for 10,375 head offered, clearing at 68% and averaging $369/head across a range of $285 to $463/head.
SIL Merino Ewes were the dominant line at 5,282 head, averaging $367/head and clearing at 80%, up $11 on the prior week.
NSM ewes totalled 3,774 head at 80% clearance, averaging $291/head with Merino Ewe Hoggets the largest line at 2,300 head, averaging $296/head, and Merino Ewes clearing at 100% from 751 head at $252/head.
From Quorn, SA, a line of 260 Poll Merino wether lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 39kg returned $235/head and will travel to a buyer in Beaumont, SA.
From Mudamuckla, SA, a line of 380 Merino ewe lambs aged 12 to 12 months old and weighing 60kg returned $416/head and will travel to a buyer in Jamestown, SA.
From Macarthur, VIC, a line of 100 station mated NUDIE ewes Aug/Oct '25 drop and weighing 43kg returned $450/head and will travel to a buyer in Hamilton, VIC.
A total of 44,653 head were offered across the AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb platform this week, representing a 69% lift in supply.
Overall clearance sat at 74%, easing 8 percentage points on the previous week, though sheep led clearance results at 100%.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) continued its upward trajectory, adding 55c to close at 1591c/kg dressed weight.
Merino Ewe Lambs were standout performers, averaging 751c/kg across a 552–947c range and returning an average of $297/head, up $12 on the week with 86% clearance.
First Cross Ewe Lambs also commanded strong interest, topping at $380/head and averaging $318/head with full clearance, though they eased 3c/kg on the week.
SIL Shedding Breed Ewes were the highlight of the joined ewe categories, jumping $103/head to average $433 and clearing 100%.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 738c/kg, lifting 29c on the week, while Merino Wether Lambs recovered 27c to sit at 587c/kg.
Composite and other breed lambs were relatively stable, easing just 1c to average 594c/kg.
With no processor activity reported this week, restocker demand drove competition across all lamb categories.
Joined ewes accounted for 13,215 head at 80% clearance, averaging $355/head across a $251–$520 range. NSM ewes totalled 8,552 head with strong clearance of 82%, averaging $262/head.
Merino Ewe Hoggets led the NSM category at $317/head average with 95% clearance, while Shedding Breed Ewes also cleared at 95%, averaging $290/head.
From Cunnamulla, QLD, a line of 830 Poll Dorset/Merino wether lambs Sep/Oct '25 drop and weighing 48kg returned $299/head and will travel to a buyer in Swan Hill, VIC.
From Kimba, SA, a line of 350 Poll Merino ewe lambs May/Jun '25 drop and weighing 54kg returned $364/head and will travel to a buyer in Lock, SA.
From Jabuk, SA, a line of 152 SIL Merino ewes aged 4 to 4 years old and weighing 59kg returned $423/head and will travel to a buyer in Mildura, VIC.
In this week's AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb market the total commercial offerings fell 32% to 24,378 head.
Clearance eased 24 percentage points to 67%, reflecting a more cautious buyer mood across most categories.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) retreated 66c to settle at 1578c/kg dressed weight.
SIL First Cross Ewes were the standout performers of the week, averaging $450/head from a $406–$532/head range and clearing at 100%, up $41 on the previous week.
SIL Merino Ewes also attracted solid competition, averaging $366/head and lifting $19 week on week across 3,738 head offered. Merino Ewe Lambs drew strong bidder interest, averaging $285/head and 713c/kg across a 527–890c/kg range, with clearance reaching 55%.
In the lamb categories, Crossbred Lambs averaged 741c/kg, though that was back 60c on the week, with 4,225 head offered at an average of $250/head.
Merino Wether Lambs eased just 9c to average 578c/kg, with 2,998 head offered averaging $232/head and clearing at 38%.
Composite and other breed lambs averaged 596c/kg with full clearance, while Merino Mixed Sexes averaged 593c/kg, back 27c, but also cleared at 100%.
The joined ewe market drew 8,098 head offered across all SIL and SM categories, returning an average of $343/head with 90% clearance and a range of $224–$532/head.
NSM ewes accounted for 1,851 head, made up entirely of Composite/Other Breed Ewes averaging $268/head across a $250–$300 range, with 89% clearance despite a $6/head fall on the week.
Processors accounted for 1.59% of buying activity this week.
From Wongarbon, NSW, a line of 262 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Feb/Mar '26 drop and weighing 41kg returned $279/head and will travel to a buyer in Tullamore, NSW.
From Crowlands, VIC, a line of 85 Merino ewe lambs May/May '25 drop and weighing 52kg returned $322/head and will travel to a buyer in St Arnaud, VIC.
From Jabuk, SA, a line of 214 SIL Merino ewes aged 2 years old and weighing 58kg returned $487/head and will travel to a buyer in Murray Bridge, SA.
Strong demand for restocker lambs and breeding sheep drove a sharp lift in the market this week, with the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) surging 115c to 1664c/kg dressed weight.
Total commercial sheep offerings reached 35,795 head, up 48% on the previous week, while the overall clearance rate eased 6 percentage points to 83%.
First Cross Ewe Lambs led the market on a cents per kilogram basis, averaging 734c/kg across 595 head at full clearance, while Merino Ewe Lambs averaged 784c/kg with an 85% clearance rate, up 74c on the week. Shedding Breed Lambs also posted a strong gain of 65c/kg to average 668c/kg. At the top end of the $/head market, SIL First Cross Ewes averaged $410/head and cleared fully, lifting $42 on the week, while SIL Composite/Other Breed Ewes averaged $453/head at 78% clearance.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 800c/kg across 3,849 head at 100% clearance, easing 8c on the week. Merino Wether Lambs averaged 596c/kg from 4,032 head at 80% clearance, nudging up 3c. Composite/Other Breed Lambs averaged 614c/kg at full clearance.
The crossbred premium over Merino Wether Lambs held at 204c/kg. Joined ewes totalled 15,249 head at an average of $371/head and a 76% clearance rate, ranging from $250 to $575/head.
NSM Ewes accounted for 5,026 head, averaging $268/head at 89% clearance, with the $166 to $312/head range reflecting a broad mix of Merino, shedding, and composite types on offer.
Processor buyers accounted for 1.59% of purchasing activity across the sale.
From Yatina, SA, a line of 116 Merino wether lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 47kg returned $254/head and will travel to a buyer in Quorn, SA.
From Gilgandra, NSW, a line of 266 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 50kg returned $392/head and will travel to a buyer in Dubbo, NSW.
From Narromine, NSW, a line of 360 station mated PRIMELINE ewes May/Aug '25 drop and weighing 55kg returned $575/head and will travel to a buyer in Crookwell, NSW.
A total of 24,245 head were offered across the national AuctionsPlus Sheep and Lamb offering, down 26% on the previous week, while overall clearance came in at 86%, easing 8 percentage points.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) lifted 15c to 1549c/kg dressed weight.
First Cross Ewe Lambs and Shedding Breed Lambs were the standout performers in the lamb categories, both clearing at 100%. First Cross Ewe Lambs averaged 724c/kg and $341/head, while Merino Ewe Lambs were not far behind at 717c/kg and $356/head, the latter jumping $75/head on the week.
In the joined ewe lines, SIL Merino Ewes averaged $397/head after gaining $40 on the week, and SIL Composite/Other Breed Ewes topped the joined category at $435/head, up $39.
Crossbred lambs led the c/kg charge, averaging 808c/kg after a sharp 100c lift on the week, with 1,034 head offered and 80% cleared.
Merino Wether Lambs were the largest line by volume at 6,805 head, averaging 594c/kg, up just 2c week-on-week, with an 87% clearance rate.
Joined ewes attracted strong interest, with 9,099 head offered and an overall clearance rate of 87% at an average of $373/head across the category.
NSM Ewes totalled 2,589 head with a clearance of 79% and an average of $292/head, ranging from $258 to $329.
SIL First Cross Ewes were the softest line in the joined category, clearing just 61% at an average of $372/head, down $68 on the week.
Buyer demand was broadly based across the national market, with lamb lines attracting the strongest competition.
The 12,296 lambs offered cleared at 89% and averaged $272/head across all types, ranging from $200 to $421/head.
Sheep, though limited to just 31 head, cleared at 100% and averaged $445/head, underscoring the depth of demand for quality breeding ewes wherever supply presented.
From Stuart Town, NSW, a line of 320 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Sep/Sep '25 drop and weighing 37kg returned $276/head and will travel to a buyer in Forbes, NSW.
From Coolah, NSW, a line of 204 Border Leicester/Poll Merino first cross ewe lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 48kg returned $358/head and will travel to a buyer in Narrandera, NSW.
From Longreach, QLD, a line of 550 AUSTRALIAN WHITE ewes Dec/Feb '25 drop and weighing 40kg returned $281/head and will travel to a buyer in Tamworth, NSW.
Strong restocker demand and a significant lift in the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) headlined another active week on AuctionsPlus, with the commercial sheep offerings rising 15% to 32,878 head.
Total lamb offerings reached 28,473 head across all categories, with an overall clearance rate of 86%, easing 8 percentage points on the previous week. The ARLI surged 91c to close at 1534c/kg dressed weight, reflecting robust competition for restocker lines.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were among the standout performers of the week, averaging $375/head from a range of $281 to $454, while Merino Ewe Lambs also attracted strong interest, averaging $277/head and clearing at 100%. SIL Shedding Breed Ewes averaged $361/head across 2,147 head at 100% clearance, and SM Composite/Other Breed Ewes returned $67 above the previous week to average $317/head, though clearance was more modest at 34%.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 644c/kg dressed weight, up 19c on the week, while Merino Wether Lambs eased 38c to average 581c/kg, with 7,384 head offered and 100% cleared. The crossbred premium over Merino wether lambs widened to 63c/kg. Composite/Other Breed Lambs softened 88c to average 599c/kg, and lamb clearance overall held firm at 99% across 16,815 head offered. Joined ewes accounted for 10,294 head offered at an average of $341/head, with clearance at 89%. SIL Merino Ewes dominated the joined ewe category with 4,304 head offered at 98% clearance and an average of $328/head, up $3 on the week.
NSM ewes totalled 1,364 head at an average of $240/head, with overall clearance sitting at 69%, partly weighed down by Shedding Breed Ewes clearing at just 58% despite averaging $237/head.
New South Wales and Victoria remained the primary supply states this week. Buyer activity was strong across all states, with lambs attracting the keenest competition and clearing at 99%. The amount over reserve averaged $35/head, up $5 on the prior week, indicating buyers continued to bid well above vendor expectations in pursuit of quality restocker and breeding stock.
From Candelo, NSW, a line of 412 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Sep/Oct '25 drop and weighing 40kg returned $266/head and will travel to a buyer in Dubbo, NSW.
From Wellington, NSW, a line of 420 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 52kg returned $392/head and will travel to a buyer in Wellington, NSW.
From Mungallala, QLD, a line of 60 Dorper ewes Sep/Nov '25 drop and weighing 37kg returned $250/head and will travel to a buyer in Wallumbilla, QLD.
A total of 28,330 head were offered on AuctionsPlus this week, down 3% on the previous week, with a strong clearance rate of 91%, up 3 percentage points.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 22c to 1,443c/kg dressed weight, though the result still reflects solid underlying demand across most categories.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were among the standout performers, averaging $375/head and reaching a high of $454/head, up $26 on the week. Merino Ewe Lambs also showed strength, averaging $277/head - up $83. SIL Composite/Other Breed Ewes averaged $432/head, up $16, and SM Merino Ewes firmed $27 to average $271/head.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 644c/kg dressed weight across 2,728 head offered, easing 11c on the week with a 93% clearance. Merino Wether Lambs averaged 581c/kg from 7,384 head, up 12c, clearing at 100%. Composite and Other Breed Lambs averaged 599c/kg from 990 head, softening 88c on the week but still clearing at 100%.
Joined ewes accounted for 10,151 head this week, averaging $343/head and clearing at 89%, compared with 83% the previous week. NSM ewes totalled 1,364 head, averaging $241/head with a 69% clearance, improved from 76% last week. SIL Merino Ewes were the dominant joined ewe category with 4,304 head offered, averaging $328/head and returning a 98% clearance.
NSW dominated supply this week, contributing 16,793 head or 59% of total offerings, more than doubling last week's figure with a 131% lift. Victoria supplied 3,948 head (14%) and Queensland 3,474 head (12%), both easing on the previous week, down 35% and 45% respectively. SA offered 2,221 head (8%) and WA 1,894 head (7%), with WA the only other state to lift week-on-week, up 15%.
NSW buyers were the most active, purchasing 14,677 head or 55% of the total, up 24% on the week across 22 buyers. SA buyers took 6,600 head (25%) from 6 buyers, easing 17%. Victorian buyers purchased 3,683 head (14%) across 8 buyers, while WA and Queensland accounted for 1,170 and 476 head respectively, with Queensland lifting 73% on last week.
Processors accounted for 2% of purchases.
From Digby, VIC, a line of 450 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 50kg returned $300/head and will travel to a buyer in Griffith, NSW.
From Carinda, NSW, a line of 400 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 57kg returned $454/head and will travel to a buyer in Cootamundra, NSW.
From Goulburn, NSW, a line of 300 Merino ewe hoggets aged 20 to 22 months old and weighing 47kg returned $222/head and will travel to a buyer in Cootamundra, NSW.
Strong demand across lamb and breeding ewe categories underpinned the AuctionsPlus platform this week, with 27,610 head offered, up 5% on the previous week, and an overall clearance rate of 87%.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 21c to close at 1465c/kg dressed weight, though the pullback did little to dampen buyer enthusiasm, with lambs leading clearance across all categories.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were the standout performers of the week, averaging 888c/kg - a sharp 205c lift on the previous week - while returning an average of $349/head. Merino Mixed Sexes also impressed, averaging 832c/kg at $238/head, and Composite/Other Breed Lambs gained 118c to average 687c/kg and $259/head.
Crossbred Lambs averaged 625c/kg, slipping 9c on the week, with 771 head clearing at 100% from a $251–$292/head range. Merino Wether Lambs were a stronger story, with 3,506 head offered and full clearance achieved as prices lifted 95c to average 619c/kg and $210/head. Merino Ewe Lambs added 22c to average 615c/kg, returning $193/head from 1,180 head offered.
Joined ewes attracted solid competition across both SIL and SM categories, with more than 14,000 head on offer. SIL Merino Ewes were the largest line at 7,403 head, averaging $326/head at 95% clearance, while SM Merino Ewes returned a stronger result with full clearance at $244/head, up $33 on the week. SIL First Cross Ewes averaged $407/head from 440 head, while SIL Shedding Breed Ewes lifted $66 to average $358/head. NSM ewe clearance was mixed, with Merino Ewes clearing fully at $189/head and Composite/Other Breed Ewes at 72% averaging $258/head.
New South Wales and Victoria continued to account for the majority of national supply, with both states contributing meaningfully to the 5% week-on-week lift in total listings. South Australia and Queensland provided additional support, maintaining their share of the national offering, while Western Australia supplied a smaller but consistent volume. Buyers from New South Wales and Victoria were the most active participants, accounting for the bulk of head purchased across lamb and breeding ewe lines. Queensland restockers were competitive on Merino Wether Lambs and joined ewe categories, while South Australian buyers supported demand for First Cross and composite lines throughout the sale.
From Euroa, VIC, a line of 420 White Suffolk/Composite wether lambs Jul/Jul '25 drop and weighing 49kg returned $292/head and will travel to a buyer in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
From Warroo, NSW, a line of 220 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 39kg returned $349/head and will travel to a buyer in Molong, NSW.
From Lower Norton, VIC, a line of 265 Merino ewe hoggets aged 1.5 to 2 years old and weighing 51kg returned $253/head and will travel to a buyer in Yandoit, VIC.
With dry conditions pushing stock to market earlier than usual, offerings softened again this week to 26,336 head offered. Buyers remained keen, driving the ARLI up 145c/kg to average 1,486c/kg dressed weight, and the sale average held firm at $41 above reserve.
Lambs were the clear bright spot. First Cross Ewe Lambs were in strong demand, clearing 100% of the 1,117 head offered at an average of $310/head and 683c/kg, up $33 on last week and the top performer across all lamb lines. Crossbred Lambs also held their ground, with 3,457 head selling to a full clearance at $256/head and 633c/kg. Merino Mixed Sexes showed the most improvement on the week, jumping 51c to 561c/kg, while Merino Wether Lambs were the only line to ease on a cents-per-kilo basis, down 25c to 524c/kg, though sellers still pocketed an extra $16/head compared to last week.
In the joined ewe lines, SIL First Cross Ewes were the pick of the offering, fetching $456/head on average, the strongest result across all ewe categories, with prices firm on the back of solid buyer competition despite a 47% clearance from 584 head. SIL Merino Ewes led the numbers at 5,342 head and continued to find a ready market, averaging $326/head at a strong 86% clearance. SIL Shedding Breed Ewes and SM Shedding Breed Ewes both sold to 100% clearance, returning $292 and $314/head respectively.
NSM ewe results were more mixed, reflecting some buyer caution around unjoined stock as the season tightens. Shedding Breed Ewes and Composite/Other Breed Ewes were the standouts, improving $37 and $43/head respectively, while Merino Ewes sold to a full clearance at $214/head. Clearance rates across some NSM lines were softer, with buyers showing a clear preference for joined and pregnancy-tested ewes in the current conditions.
From Boorowa, NSW, a line of 244 Charollais/Dohne mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 48kg returned $287/head and will travel to a buyer in Yanco, NSW.
From Ariah Park, NSW, a line of 116 Merino ewe lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 50kg returned $298/head and will travel to a buyer in Ouyen, VIC.
From Derrinallum, VIC, a line of 230 station mated PRIMELINE ewes Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 60kg returned $466/head and will travel to a buyer in Pipers Creek, VIC.
Solid buyer confidence across restocker lambs and breeding sheep pushed the market higher this week, with the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) lifting 50c to 1366c/kg dressed weight. Total commercial sheep offerings came in at 37,403 head, down 15% on the previous week, while the overall clearance rate improved 13 percentage points to 85% and the amount sold above reserve rose $25 to average $46/head.
First Cross Ewe Lambs were the standout performers of the week, averaging 633c/kg and $277/head from a 100% clearance of 1,400 head offered, with prices ranging from $258 to $290/head. Composite and other breed lambs were the biggest movers in the lamb categories, gaining 121c to average 629c/kg and returning $232/head. SIL Composite/Other Breed Ewes peaked at $410/head from 2,340 head offered at 79% clearance, while SM First Cross Ewes recorded the sharpest week-on-week improvement in the joined ewe categories, lifting $196 to average $383/head from a 100% clearance.
Joined ewes accounted for more than 14,500 head across all categories, with SIL Merino Ewes leading supply at 6,500 head and averaging $319/head at a strong 98% clearance, up $41 on the week. NSM ewes totalled more than 2,300 head, with Shedding Breed Ewes achieving 100% clearance at an average of $201/head from 960 head offered, though Merino Ewe Hoggets eased $84 to average $169/head at 55% clearance from 870 head.
New South Wales dominated supply with 24,500 head, representing the largest share of national listings, though it was down 10% week-on-week. Victoria contributed 7,300 head, also easing 19% on the previous week. South Australia was the standout on the supply side, lifting 31% to 4,000 head, while Queensland fell sharply by nearly half of last weeks numbers with 1,660 head.
From Tarnma, SA, a line of 390 station mated PRIMELINE ewes aged 3 years old and weighing 80kg returned $462/head and will travel to a buyer in Millicent, SA.
From Wycheproof, VIC, a line of 275 SIL White Dorper/White Suffolk ewes aged 1.7 to 3.2 years old and weighing 53kg returned $352/head and will travel to a buyer in Mildura, VIC.
From Nyngan, NSW, a line of 500 SIL Merino ewes aged 4.8 years old and weighing 67kg returned $366/head and will travel to a buyer in Tullibigeal, NSW.
Strong demand for quality restocker lambs and breeding sheep continued to underpin the market this week, with the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) lifting 16c to 1328c/kg dressed weight. Despite a smaller offering of 44,230 head, the market maintained a solid 70% clearance rate.
Merino ewe lambs were among the strongest performers, lifting $37/head to average $262, while shedding breed lambs maintained the highest lamb value at 611c/kg. SIL First Cross Ewes also improved, lifting $12 to average $346/head, as breeding sheep continued to attract steady competition.
Lambs accounted for the bulk of listings with 28,795 head offered nationally. Crossbred lambs averaged 580c/kg, easing 16c week-on-week, while Merino wether lambs averaged 499c/kg, back 31c. Composite and other breed lambs recorded the sharpest correction, falling 93c/kg to average 515c/kg.
Joined ewe offerings remained solid at more than 13,000 head, averaging $296/head with a 60% clearance rate. NSM ewe offerings totalled just under 2,000 head and averaged $236/head.
NSW drove the national offering again, lifting listings 15% to more than 27,000 head and accounting for 60% of total numbers. Queensland also lifted numbers slightly, while Victoria and South Australia both recorded a softening in supply.
Buyer activity remained centred around NSW, with NSW purchasers securing more than 15,000 head this week. Victorian and South Australian buying eased, particularly out of SA where purchasing numbers dropped sharply week-on-week.
From Orroroo, SA, a line of 630 Poll Merino wether lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 43kg returned $238/head and will travel to a buyer in Kadina, SA.
From West Wyalong, NSW, a line of 380 UltraWhite/Australian White wether lambs Oct/Nov '25 drop and weighing 35kg returned $215/head and will travel to a buyer in Yanco, NSW.
From Wantabadgery, NSW, a line of 57 SM Merino ewes aged 2 to 4 years old and weighing 66kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Cowra, NSW.
The AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb market achieved stronger competition across several lamb categories this week, despite reduced supply and softer clearance rates overall. Commercial offerings declined 21% to 49,493 head, while the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) lifted 23c to 1,311c/kg DW. Value over reserve improved $6 to average $22/head, although clearance rates eased 6 percentage points to 73%.
Lamb categories recorded several positive results. Composite and other breed lambs led gains, lifting $70 to average $269/head with full clearance. Merino wether lambs rose $13 to $196/head, while crossbred lambs gained $9 to average $231/head and cleared 95%. Merino ewe lambs also improved $9 to average $221/head. In contrast, First Cross ewe lambs eased $12 to $291/head.
Joined ewe categories remained subdued. SIL Composite and other breed ewes fell $43 to average $350/head, while SIL First Cross ewes eased $39 to $330/head and SIL Merino ewes slipped $18 to $291/head. NSM Composite and other breed ewes bucked the trend, lifting $24 to average $277/head.
Listings were again concentrated through NSW and Victoria, which accounted for almost 80% of supply. NSW offerings fell 46% week-on-week to 23,488 head, while Victorian numbers lifted 60% to 15,946 head. South Australian offerings also increased 38% to 7,394 head.
From Kybybolite, SA, a line of 201 station mated first cross Border Leicester/Poll Merino ewes aged 1.8 to 2 years old and weighing 67kg returned $466/head and will travel to a buyer in Stawell, VIC.
From Jamestown, SA, a line of 342 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 48kg returned $279/head and will travel to a buyer in Bordertown, SA.
From Urana, NSW, a line of 228 Poll Merino ewe lambs Jun/Jun '25 drop and weighing 45kg returned $304/head and will travel to a buyer in Nagambie, VIC.
The AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb market softened this week, with total listings falling 14% to 62,745 head. Clearance rates eased further, down 20 percentage points to 66%. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) slipped 55c to 1,303c/kg DW but it still remains above long-term averages. Value over reserve lifted $8 to average $22/head.
Lambs again dominated offerings, with 42,697 head yarded and a 76% clearance rate. The category averaged 551c/kg, or $209/head. Results were mixed across the major lines. Crossbred lambs held relatively firm, lifting $5 to average $222/head with an 84% clearance. First Cross Ewe lambs rose $52 to $300/head, albeit on a limited 25% clearance. Merino ewe lambs also improved, up $40 to $217/head and clearing 84%. In contrast, Merino wether lambs eased $2, while Merino mixed sex and composite lambs recorded notable price declines.
Sheep categories presented varied results. Joined ewe clearance remained subdued at 50%, though SIL Merino ewes lifted $47 to average $320/head. SIL First Cross ewes also improved, up $4, while shedding breed and composite ewes posted modest gains. SM Merino ewes struggled to attract competition, clearing just 19%. NSM ewe categories were generally firm, with Merino ewe hoggets lifting $38 and clearing 81%.
Listings were again concentrated out of NSW and Victoria, with consistent buyer activity across both states. Processor participation remained limited this week, accounting for a small share of overall purchases.
From Yahl, VIC, a line of 770 Poll Dorset/Composite mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 42kg returned $266/head and will travel to a buyer in Gazette, VIC.
From Marrar, NSW, a line of 500 AUSTRALIAN WHITE mixed sex lambs Oct/Nov '25 drop and weighing 42kg returned $252/head and will travel to a buyer in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
From Maroona, VIC, a line of 105 SM Merino ewes aged 3.5 to 4.5 years old and weighing 68kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Horsham, VIC.
The AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb offering lifted to 71,812 head this week, up 3%, while clearance rates eased to 69%, down 18 percentage points week-on-week. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) slipped 22c to 1,386c/kg DW but remains at close to record levels.
Lambs again accounted for the bulk of listings, clearing 76% with an average of 559c/kg, or $204/head. Price trends were generally softer across the major categories. Crossbred lambs fell $40 to average $216, while Merino wether lambs eased $13 to $188. First Cross lambs also pulled back, down $52, with clearance dipping to 56%, reflecting more cautious restocker demand. Merino ewe lambs were comparatively steady, with a $1 fall and an 89% clearance.
In the sheep market, Merino wethers were a standout, lifting $38 to average $171 and clearing 100%. Joined ewe results were mixed. SIL First Cross and SM First Cross ewes both posted gains of over $80, while SIL Merino and Composite ewes eased, down $34 and $55 respectively. NSM ewe categories were varied, with Merino ewe hoggets lifting $17, while Merino ewes slipped $20 and clearance rates remained patchy.
The bulk of the listings came from NSW, with a considerable uptick in listings this week, followed by Victoria, which also took home the most lots this week.
Processors accounted for just 0.41% of buying activity online this week.
From Hamilton, VIC, a line of 460 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Sep/Sep '25 drop and weighing 34kg returned $253/head and will travel to a buyer in Colac, VIC.
From Illabarook, VIC, a line of 128 Merino wethers aged 1.5 to 2 years old and weighing 45kg returned $216/head and will travel to a buyer in Unley Bc, SA.
From Kybybolite, SA, a line of 150 SIL first cross Border Leicester/Poll Merino ewes aged 1.8 to 2 years old and weighing 61kg returned $458/head and will travel to a buyer in Hamilton, VIC.
The AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb offering lifted 95% this week, to 67,134 head. Clearance rates remained steady at 84%, down 1%, reflecting an active active market that was able to absorb the larger offering as numbers rebounded after the Easter break.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) held firm at 1,421c/kg DW, up 10c, continuing to track well above recent averages.
Lambs again made up the bulk of the offering. Crossbred lambs were a standout, lifting $19/head to average $264, while Merino wether lambs gained $8 to average $201. Merino mixed sex lambs recorded one of the stronger moves, up $96, albeit on smaller numbers. In contrast, Merino ewe lambs remained steady, with clearance sitting back at 50%, indicating more selective restocker demand in that category.
Joined ewe results were mixed. SM Merino ewes lifted $71 to average $326, while SIL Composite/other breed ewes rose $94. However, SIL First Cross ewes softened significantly, back $87/head with clearance dropping to 42%, suggesting there may have been reduced quality lots on offer for that category.
Across the NSM offering, Merino ewes and First Cross ewes both posted gains, up $75 and $184 respectively, with strong competition pushing clearance rates higher, particularly in the First Cross lines.
NSW continued to dominate listings, accounting for 61% of the offering. Buyer activity remained broad, with NSW securing 44% of purchases, followed by Victoria at 30%.
Processors accounted for just 1.98% of buying activity online this week.
From Trundle, NSW, a line of 460 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 40kg returned $272/head and will travel to a buyer in Cowra, NSW.
From Mangoplah, NSW, a line of 600 Primeline mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 40kg returned $273/head and will travel to a buyer in Colac, VIC.
From Tatyoon, VIC, a line of 170 station mated first cross Border Leicester/Poll Merino ewes aged 10 to 11 months old and weighing 54kg returned $359/head and will travel to a buyer in Mount Gambier, SA.
The AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb market eased this week, with mixed price results and softer clearance reflecting more cautious buyer activity, likely influenced by the Easter break and two shortened trading weeks. While some categories recorded solid gains, broader results were softer across much of the offering.
The standout performer was First Cross ewe lambs, which lifted 100c/kg to average 682c/kg and gained $44 to $272/head. Composite lambs also improved, rising 36c/kg and $7/head.
Crossbred lambs eased 15c/kg and to average $242/head. Merino ewe lambs also softened, down 12c/kg to average $162, while Merino wether lambs held firm on a c/kg basis but slipped $8/head.
Listings totalled 34,408 head, with clearance dropping 18 percentage points to 72%. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) also eased, down 29c to 1,428c/kg dressed weight.
Lambs remained the dominant category, with 26,337 head offered and an 83% clearance rate. Prices averaged 603c/kg and $219/head, with Crossbred lambs at 619c/kg maintaining a premium over Merino wether lambs at 578c/kg.
NSM ewe offerings were limited, with mixed competition. Composite ewes achieved stronger clearance, while Merino ewe hoggets were more subdued.
Across the states, New South Wales remained the largest contributor with just shy of 22,000 head offered.
From Westonia, WA, a line of 604 SIL Merino ewes aged 32 to 34 months old and weighing 65kg returned $328/head.
From Pootilla, VIC, a line of 188 SIL first cross Border Leicester/Merino ewes aged 3.6 to 3.8 years old and weighing 77kg returned $406/head and will travel to a buyer in Cardigan, VIC.
From Hanson, SA, a line of 250 SAMM/Poll Merino mixed sex lambs May/Jun '25 drop and weighing 44kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Kadina, SA.
The AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb market strengthened this week, with solid price gains across several key lamb and ewe categories despite tighter supply and softer clearance rates going into the Easter break.
The greatest weekly price movements included Merino mixed sex lambs lifting $68 to average $213, meanwhile Shedding breed ewes lifted $141 and First Cross ewes also lifted $65, to average $328.
Crossbred lambs lifted $17 to average $257/head, while Merino wether lambs (+$19) and Merino ewe lambs (+$24) also improved. Composite lambs were the only category to ease, down $10.
Supply was down 26% week-on-week, while clearance eased 13 percentage points to 82%, reflecting more selective buyer behaviour.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) edged lower, slipping 7c to 1,448c/kg dressed weight. Despite this, pricing across most lamb categories remained firm to stronger.
Overall, tighter supply and selective competition defined the week, with strong demand for shedding and crossbred types underpinning price gains across much of the market.
From Agery, SA, a line of 169 Poll Merino mixed sex lambs May/Jun '25 drop and weighing 40kg returned $248/head and will travel to a buyer in Kadina, SA.
From Glen Innes, NSW, a line of 460 White Suffolk/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 46kg returned $265/head and will travel to a buyer in Condamine, QLD.
From Bordertown, SA, a line of 55 Australian White/KD Whites ewes Sep/Oct '25 drop and weighing 43kg returned $367/head and will travel to a buyer in Miepoll, VIC.
Lambs dominated listings on AuctionsPlus this week, with 42,262 head offered and a strong 96% clearance rate, highlighting continued buyer demand across key categories. On the same note, the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) lifted 124c to 1,469c/kg DW.
Overall supply eased, with 66,376 head offered, down 9% week-on-week, while clearance improved slightly to 86%.
Price results were mixed, with gains in several lamb categories and a correction in others. The largest movement came from Merino mixed sex lambs, which fell 77c/kg to average 507c/kg. In contrast, Crossbred lambs lifted 34c/kg to 637c/kg and maintained a premium over Merinos, while Merino wether lambs rose 35c/kg to 569c/kg. Merino ewe lambs also improved 22c/kg and Composite lambs edged 3c/kg higher. First Cross ewe lambs eased 30c/kg and Shedding breed lambs slipped 4c/kg.
On a per-head basis, First Cross ewe lambs led gains, rising $88 to $361/head. Shedding breed lambs (+$35) and Merino wether lambs (+$14) also lifted, while Crossbred lambs firmed slightly (+$3).
Lambs accounted for the majority of the offering and continued to attract strong competition, particularly in crossbred and Merino wether lines. Despite volatility in select Merino categories, clearance remained consistently high across the lamb run.
The joined ewe market was softer overall. SIL Merino ewes lifted $17 to $318/head and SIL Composite ewes gained $29, while SM Merino and First Cross ewes eased.
Supply trends shifted across the eastern states. New South Wales listings softened to 38,500 head, with Victoria also pulling back in numbers listed. In contrast, Queensland lifted its listings 55% and South Australia by 62% recorded strong increases in throughput.
From Bagot Well, SA, a line of 230 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 45kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Kadina, SA.
From Hensley Park, VIC, a line of 435 Merino wether lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 39kg returned $239/head and will travel to a buyer in Woodfield, VIC.
From Bridgewater North, VIC, a line of 170 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs May/Jun '25 drop and weighing 61kg returned $362/head and will travel to a buyer in Echuca, VIC.
Commercial sheep and lamb listings lifted slightly this week AuctionsPlus, with 72,535 head offered, up 3% week-on-week, while clearance easing to 81%.
The market delivered mixed results, with sharp gains in select ewe and lamb categories offset by softer indicators. The strongest rise was seen in SIL Shedding Breed ewes, up $103 to average $366/head, while First Cross ewe lambs lifted $40 to $273/head and Merino mixed sex lambs gained $37 to $161/head. In contrast, Shedding breed lambs fell $27 to average $175/head and SIL First Cross ewes eased $29 to $379/head, while Merino wether lambs softened 25c/kg.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) fell 49c to 1,341c/kg dressed weight of the back of its peak last week where the indicator reached its record height of 1,390c/kg DW.
Lambs dominated the offering with 70,738 head and a 91% clearance. Crossbred lambs firmed 9c to 603c/kg and continue to hold a strong premium over merinos, while Merino wether lambs eased to 532c/kg. On a per-head basis, First Cross ewe lambs led gains, with improvements also seen in Merino ewe lambs and composite lambs, while shedding breed, crossbred and Merino wether lambs all eased.
The joined ewe market was mixed, highlighted by the strong lift in SIL Shedding Breed ewes, while SM Merino ewes also improved. Other key joined ewe lines softened but generally maintained solid clearance rates.
Supply was driven by the eastern states, with New South Wales listings rising 14% week-on-week to 44,808 head, alongside increases in Victoria (+25%) and Queensland (+30%). In contrast, South Australia listings were down 65%.
Buying activity remained concentrated in the south, with Victoria purchases lifting 6% and New South Wales up 5%. South Australia and Queensland both eased in buying activity.
From Winchelsea, VIC, a line of 730 PRIMELINE/Merino mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 44kg returned $267/head and will travel to a buyer in Bordertown, SA.
From Dunkeld, VIC, a line of 320 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 44kg returned $258/head and will travel to a buyer in Chepstowe, VIC.
From Borambola, NSW, a line of 210 station mated Composite ewes aged 2.5 to 8 years old and weighing 74kg returned $399/head and will travel to a buyer in Eurongilly, NSW.
The sheep and lamb market strengthened again on AuctionsPlus this week, with the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) reaching a record high, while listings also increased by 33%.
The ARLI lifted 30c week-on-week to 584c/kg liveweight, equivalent to 1,390c/kg dressed weight, setting a new all-time high for the indicator. On a per-head basis the indicator averaged $205/head, up $8 on last week and $24 higher month-on-month, highlighting continued strong restocker demand for lambs.
Listings also increased sharply, with 70,662 head offered, up 33% week-on-week, marking a notable lift in supply. Despite the larger yarding, demand remained strong with a 86% clearance rate.
Lambs accounted for 43,464 head of the offering and cleared 97%. Crossbred lambs lifted $18 to average $244/head and cleared 98%, while Merino ewe lambs improved $31 to $209/head with a 94% clearance. Shedding breed lambs also strengthened, rising $11 to average $202/head.
Merino wether lambs eased $1 to $188/head, though still cleared 100%, while Merino mixed sex lambs slipped $29 to $125/head. First cross ewe lambs softened $31 to average $232/head, though clearance remained solid at 79%.
The joined ewe market produced several strong results, led by SIL First Cross ewes, which lifted $69 to average $408/head and cleared 100%. SM Merino ewes also recorded a strong lift to average $266/head on smaller numbers.
Across the NSM ewe categories, prices were generally softer. Merino ewes fell $26 to average $204/head, and first cross ewes slipped $32 to $265/head. Shedding breed ewes bucked the trend, lifting $23 to average $223/head and clearing 90%.
New South Wales again dominated supply, offering 39,224 head, followed by South Australia with 12,605 head and Victoria with 11,959 head. Listings increased strongly in South Australia (up 136%) and Victoria (up 58%), contributing to the national rise in offerings.
From Apsley, SA, a line of 785 Hampshire Down/Primeline mixed sex lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 43kg returned $275/head and will travel to a buyer in Dingee, VIC.
From Buchanan, SA, a line of 124 White Suffolk/Poll Merino mixed sex lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 49kg returned $272/head and will travel to a buyer in Nuriootpa, SA.
From Larras Lee, NSW, a line of 416 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 46kg returned $258/head and will travel to a buyer in Bordertown, SA.
Welcome to the first edition of Forward+ market comments which will be a monthly inclusion in the AuctionsPlus Sheep Market Report.
In its first eight months of operation, Forward+ has demonstrated strong engagement from early adopters. Following close consultation to build the platform, 15 processors were successfully onboarded establishing a diverse group of buyers.
During this period over 13,000 head were listed and sold through Forward+ with 16 offers placed across the listings. Processor participation led to an average of 12 processors viewing each listing. Overall, this indicated competitive interest in the listings, and effective visibility of those listings within the buyer network.
AuctionsPlus Business Development Manager Zoë Macfarlan has played a key role in developing the Forward+ product and is pleased with its uptake, encouraging more producers to take advantage of the platform.
"With over 150 agents operating on Forward+, now is the time to speak to your agent and take advantage of this new, transparent selling method allowing for risk-management and choice", Ms Macfarlan said.
Strong buyer demand continued to support the sheep and lamb market on AuctionsPlus this week, with clearance rates holding firm at 95%. Competition remained steady across most categories, while the AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) lifted 13.84c to 1,360c/kg DW, reflecting ongoing interest in lighter lamb and store types. Total offerings reached 53,090 head, back 9% week-on-week.
Price movements across lamb categories were mixed but generally steady. Crossbred lambs lifted $6 to average $225/head, achieving full clearance, while Merino wether lambs also improved slightly, rising $2 to average $189/head, with 100% clearance. Merino ewe lambs recorded a stronger gain, lifting $16 to average $177/head and clearing 88%. In contrast, First Cross ewe lambs eased $26 to average $263/head, clearing 70%.
The joined ewe market remained a highlight, with 9,695 head offered and 98% clearance, while the average price lifted to $333/head. SIL Merino ewes held steady at $328/head, clearing 95%, while SM First Cross ewes posted the largest gain, rising $128 to average $424/head on a limited offering. SIL shedding breed ewes lifted $43 to average $329/head.
The NSM ewe market offered 11,345 head, clearing 90%, with the average price easing slightly to $228/head, back from $235 last week. Merino ewe hoggets lifted $5 to average $222/head, clearing 93%, while Merino ewes eased marginally $1 to average $230/head, with 95% clearance. First Cross ewes averaged $297/head on a smaller offering, clearing 65%, while shedding breed ewes slipped $31 to average $200/head but still achieved 100% clearance.
Supply continued to be heavily concentrated in New South Wales, which accounted for around 65% of the national offering, listing 34,325 head this week. Victoria contributed approximately 14% of listings with, while Queensland made up about 11% of the market.
On the buying side, NSW buyers secured about 47% of purchases, taking 23,418 head, while Victorian buyers accounted for roughly 30% of the market and South Australian buyers made up around 21% of demand.
From Ardlethan, NSW, a line of 308 station mated first cross Border Leicester/Poll Merino ewes aged 16 to 17 months old and weighing 73kg returned $424/head and will travel to a buyer in Redan, VIC.
From Walcha, NSW, a line of 700 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Sep/Oct '25 drop and weighing 45kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Dubbo, NSW.
From Edenhope, VIC, a line of 322 White Suffolk/Merino first cross ewe lambs Jun/Aug '25 drop and weighing 47kg returned $270/head and will travel to a buyer in Horsham, VIC.
Sheep and Lamb listings lifted this week on AuctionsPlus, with 58,153 head offered, up 11% on last week. It was the fourth week of a growing offering, with clearance rates also rising to meet this increased supply. This week clearance was 89% at auction, which strengthened to 92% in post sale negotiations, up 4 percentage points from the previous week.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) climbed 65.99c to 1,344c/kg DW, reflecting stronger competition for lighter and store types.
Lambs accounted for 43,151 head, up 22% week-on-week, clearing 91% of listings. Crossbred lambs averaged $220/head with a 95% clearance, while Merino wether lambs gained $15 to average $187/head and cleared 97%. Shedding breed lambs also improved, lifting $18 to average $197/head. First Cross ewe lambs were softer, back $17 to $290/head, and Merino ewe lambs eased $62 to average $161/head.
The joined ewe market was a standout, with SIL Merino ewes lifting $63 to average $328/head and clearing 95%. A small offering of SM First Cross ewes fetched an average of $296/head and SIL shedding breed ewes hit 286, reflecting strong restocker demand for proven breeders. NSM ewe categories were mixed, though Merino ewes and shedding breed ewes both posted gains and maintained 100% clearance.
NSW continued to underpin supply and demand, offering 39,175 head and achieving a 95% clearance rate. Buyers from NSW, Victoria and South Australia accounted for the majority of purchases, with strong interstate competition supporting prices. NSW vendors increased their offering by 38% this week and NSW buyers increased their activity by 60%.
Processors accounted for 5.47% of purchases.
From Digby, VIC, a line of 240 Southdown mixed sex lambs Sep/Sep '25 drop and weighing 51kg returned $257/head and will travel to a buyer in Echuca, VIC.
From Esperance, WA, a line of 265 Composite mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 49kg returned $230/head and will travel to a buyer in Esperance, WA.
From Wellington, NSW, a line of 204 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Mar/Apr '25 drop and weighing 55kg returned $332/head and will travel to a buyer in Ariah Park, NSW.
Commercial sheep and lamb listings edged higher on AuctionsPlus this week, with 52,316 head offered, up 2% week-on-week. While overall clearance eased 11 percentage points to 78%, demand remained active in key lamb categories. The strongest week-on-week improvement was seen in First Cross ewe lambs, which lifted $90 to average $322/head. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) also firmed 37c to 1,288c/kg DW, while value over reserve held at $21/head.
Lambs made up the bulk of the offering at 35,514 head, clearing 87% on average, with most categories lifting in price on last week. Crossbred lambs remained well supported, averaging 568c/kg or $221/head, up $14, with a 95% clearance. Merino wether lambs gained $7 to average $173/head, clearing 92%, while Merino mixed sex lambs achieved a 93% clearance at 543c/kg. Composite and other breed lambs cleared 100%, averaging $238/head, despite easing 30c/kg. Shedding breed lambs lifted slightly to average $181/head, with an 87% clearance.
The joined ewe offering totalled 8,544 head, clearing 74%. SIL Merino ewes averaged $263/head, back $22, while SM Merino ewes eased $23 to $266/head. In contrast, SM shedding breed ewes lifted $67 to average $278/head, achieving full clearance.
NSM ewe numbers reached 8,648 head, with clearance at 48%. Merino ewe hoggets were a positive, lifting $25 to average $234/head, while First Cross ewes averaged $283/head, clearing 62%. Shedding breed ewes were softer, back $40 to average $189/head, and composite ewes eased $29 to $261/head.
From Ariah Park, NSW, a line of 200 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs aged 10 to 11 months old and weighing 60kg returned $350/head and will travel to a buyer in Wangaratta, VIC.
From Apsley, SA, a line of 755 Hampshire Down/Primeline mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 44kg returned $260/head and will travel to a buyer in Dingee, VIC.
From Willalooka, SA, a line of 220 station mated UltraWhite/Australian White ewes aged 2.4 to 2.6 years old and weighing 65kg returned $314/head and will travel to a buyer in Hamilton, VIC.
Listings lifted sharply on AuctionsPlus this week, with 50,782 head offered, up 26% on last week, as clearance held firm at 87% at the time of publication. Demand remained solid despite the larger yarding, with buyers continuing to compete across most categories. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 56.57c to 1,251c/kg DW, but remains at historically strong levels.
Lambs accounted for 31,435 head, clearing 94% of listings. Crossbred lambs were again well supported, with 100% clearance and prices lifting $5 to average $207/head. Composite and other breed lambs followed a similar trend, up $7 to average $214/head, also clearing 100%. First Cross ewe lambs lifted $5 to $232/head with an 85% clearance, while Merino wether lambs were the only softer line, back $4 to average $166/head.
The ewe market was generally positive. SM Merino ewes lifted $29 to average $289/head, while SIL First Cross ewes gained $24 to $322/head and cleared 90%. NSM Merino ewe hoggets slipped $4 to $208/head, clearing 57%.
NSW dominated listings, offering 40,767 head, up 77% week-on-week, and achieved a 91% clearance. It also led buyer activity, securing 55% of purchased volume. Processor competition accounted for 9.7% of total sales this week.
Highlights
From Wycheproof, Victoria, a line of 184 Merino wether lambs Apr/May '24 drop and weighing 47kg returned $215/head and will travel to a buyer in Kerang, Victoria.
From Young, NSW, a line of 170 Poll Dorset mixed sex lambs Aug/Sep '25 drop and weighing 46kg returned $226/head and will travel to a buyer in Ariah Park, NSW.
From Ganmain, NSW, a line of 211 SM Merino ewes aged 3.5 to 3.5 years old and weighing 63kg returned $294/head and will travel to a buyer in West Wyalong, NSW.
The AuctionsPlus commercial sheep and lamb market held up well in the week ending Wednesday February 4, with the standout performances coming from Merino ewe lambs lifting to $210/head, Merino ewe hoggets lifting to $228/head and crossbred lambs averaging $210/head. These gains point to continued buyer appetite even as overall market indicators softened slightly week-on-week.
National commercial sheep offerings totalled 40,310 head, down 10%. Clearance rates eased to 70%, meanwhile the value over reserve (VOR) slipped $6 to $20/head, signalling buyers were more selective but still prepared to compete. The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased 9c to 1,201c/kg DW, reflecting a steady market with only minor downward movement overall.
The Tuesday National Lamb sale held 71% of the commercial offerings this week. Lamb results were mixed but generally positive across all categories. Merino ewe lambs delivered the strongest lift of the week, while crossbred lambs improved to average $210/head and maintained a solid 80% clearance rate. First cross ewe lambs also lifted sharply, although clearance was lower at 38%, suggesting price rises were concentrated on a handful of lots. Merino wether lambs were the main softer point, easing $7 to average $171/head, but still cleared fully, showing reliable demand. Composite/other breed lambs and shedding breed lambs both improved modestly.
In the ewe market, results again highlighted the importance of quality and buyer fit. SIL Merino ewes lifted $9 to $259/head, while SIL shedding breed ewes were firmer, up $33 to $283/head. NSM categories showed some strength, led by Merino ewe hoggets which averaged $212.
Interstate purchasing increased to 43%, up 5 percentage points. Processors accounted 5% of all purchases made.
From Wellington, NSW, a line of 210 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs May/Jun '25 drop and weighing 52kg returned $359/head and will travel to a buyer in Dangarsleigh, NSW.
From Buangor, VIC, a line of 166 NUDIE ewes aged 16 to 18 months old and weighing 62kg returned $340/head and will travel to a buyer in Codrington, VIC.
From Ararat, VIC, a line of 355 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Jul/Aug '25 drop and weighing 45kg returned $247/head and will travel to a buyer in Strangways, VIC.
AuctionsPlus commercial sheep and lamb offerings closed the week ending Wednesday, January 28 with 43,843 head listed, with supply softening from last week. However, demand remained firm, with clearance rates lifting three percentage points to 80% and buyer competition strengthening across key lamb categories.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) continued its upward momentum, lifting 35 cents to 1,212 c/kg DW. This places the indicator well above typical January levels and highlights the strong restocker demand, even amid challenging seasonal conditions including the widespread heatwave currently occurring across much of Australia.
Merino wether lambs recorded one of the strongest week-on-week gains, rising $9 to average $175 per head and clearing at 95%. Crossbred lambs, the largest offering, averaged $194 per head, easing slightly by $3 but still achieving a solid 90% clearance.
First cross ewe lambs also achieved price improvements, lifting 53c/kg to average 565 c/kg, reflecting continued confidence in restocking and future breeding potential.
Interstate purchasing increased four percentage points to 40%, while the value over reserve improved by $15 to $28, reinforcing the positive underlying demand. Listings fell most notably from New South Wales and Victoria, while buyer activity increased from Victoria, South Australia and Queensland.
Overall, the market held firm, with reduced supply and improving indicators underpinning a positive outlook heading into February.
Processors accounted for 1.4% of all purchases made.
From Cudgee, VIC, a line of 26 CHAROLLAIS ewes aged 2 years old and weighing 72kg returned $750/head and will travel to a buyer in Oberon, NSW.
From Wellington, NSW, a line of 220 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Apr '25 drop and weighing 54kg returned $300/head and will travel to a buyer in Dubbo, NSW. From Mila, NSW, a line of 850 Poll Dorset/Border Leicester/Merino mixed sex lambs Sep/Oct '25 drop and weighing 33kg returned $185/head and will travel to a buyer in Albury, NSW.
AuctionsPlus posted a positive commercial sheep and lamb result for the week ending Wednesday, 21 January, with the market best described as steady to dearer on the strength of restocker demand. Buyer confidence remained evident even with a larger offering of 63,300 head, and clearance holding at 76% confirmed competition stayed active for well-bred, well-presented lines.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) finished the week at $169/head, easing $2/head week-on-week. While slightly softer, the ARLI remains historically strong and well above the long-term average of $121/head (since 2016), sitting around $48/head higher than the decade trend. The indicator is also $65/head above year-ago levels, confirming restocker confidence is still running well ahead of early 2025. On a weight basis, the ARLI tracked at 1181c/kg, keeping values in an elevated range despite coming off the recent peak of $183/head.
Across lamb categories, the strongest week-on-week improvement was in First Cross Ewe Lambs, lifting $20/head to $197/head. Shedding Breed Lambs also moved higher, rising $14/head to $179/head, which continues to reflect broad-based restocker support. The main softening came through Merino Wether Lambs, down $9/head to $166/head, suggesting buyers were a touch more price-sensitive in that category.
Sheep results were mixed, but there were still clear positives. SIL Merino Ewes rose $18/head to $244/head, indicating improved support for breeding-type lines. The biggest correction was seen in Merino Wethers, falling $24/head to $141/head, although clearance overall suggests the market remained functional where value aligned with quality.
Interstate purchasing eased to 37%, down 3 percentage points week-on-week, pointing to slightly more localised buying patterns. Meanwhile, the average value over reserve improved to $14, up $3.
In terms of state movements, the strongest lift in listings was out of New South Wales, while Victoria recorded the largest reduction. On the buying side, Queensland showed the biggest week-on-week increase in purchasing activity, while South Australia recorded the sharpest pull-back.
Processors accounted for 4% of all purchases made.
From Boort, VIC, a line of 70 Border Leicester/Poll Merino first cross ewe lambs Apr/May '25 drop and weighing 64kg returned $310/head and will travel to a buyer in Bairnsdale, VIC.
From Nyngan, NSW, a line of 452 SIL Merino ewes aged 4.5 to 5.5 years old and weighing 72kg returned $282/head and will travel to a buyer in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
From Bonshaw, NSW, a line of 206 PRIMELINE ewes Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 49kg returned $275/head and will travel to a buyer in Bathurst, NSW.
AuctionsPlus commercial sheep and lamb numbers lifted sharply for the week ending Wednesday, January 14, with total offerings rising to 63,977 head, up 280% week-on-week. Despite the larger yarding, demand held up well, with the clearance rate improving to 76%, up 4 percentage points.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator (ARLI) eased to 1,187c/kg DW, down 45c/kg. While this was the largest week-on-week movement across the key indicators, the ARLI remains historically strong and still reflects a market operating at elevated levels compared to longer-term averages. This week’s softer result appears more like a correction under heavier supply rather than a major shift in restocker confidence, particularly with clearance rates strengthening at the same time.
Lamb price movements were mixed, with first cross ewe lambs, averaging $217/head, and crossbred lambs averaging $180/head, down $16/head. Shedding breed lambs also eased to $165/head, down $27/head, while composite/other breed lambs averaged $203/head. The standout improvement came from Merino wether lambs, which lifted to $175/head, up $43/head.
Sheep categories were generally steadier, with some positive signs in breeding types. Merino ewe hoggets averaged $205/head, up $16/head, and composite/other breed ewes improved to $278/head, up $12/head. The softer point was shedding breed ewes, averaging $223/head.
Interstate demand strengthened, with interstate purchasing rising to 42%, up 14 percentage points, helping underpin clearance despite the sharp lift in listings. The biggest week-on-week shift was the surge in catalogue volume, while buying activity remained broad-based, reinforcing that demand is still present even as the ARLI moderated.
Processors accounted for 3% of all purchases made.
From Yanac, VIC, a line of 225 Poll Merino wether lambs May/Jul '25 drop and weighing 53kg returned $244/head and will travel to a buyer in Loxton, SA.
From Holbrook, NSW, a line of 405 White Suffolk/Merino mixed sex lambs Jun/Jul '25 drop and weighing 47kg returned $231/head and will travel to a buyer in Dubbo, NSW.
From Byaduk North, VIC, a line of 164 Composite ewes aged 2.6 to 2.7 years old and weighing 69kg returned $354/head and will travel to a buyer in Hamilton, VIC.
The AuctionsPlus Restocker Lamb Indicator opened the year at 1,233 c/kg DW, remaining consistent with late December levels. On a per head basis, the ARLI sat at $201, well above long-term averages and reflective of resilient restocker demand heading into the new year.
Crossbred lambs were well supported, averaging $196/head with a strong 96% clearance, while Merino wether lambs averaged $132/head. First cross ewe lambs attracted premium interest, averaging $359/head, and Merino ewe lambs achieved full clearance at an average of $178/head, albeit from smaller numbers.
Ewe markets were mixed but generally positive. Merino ewe hoggets averaged $189/head and cleared in full, while composite and other breed ewes averaged $266/head with an 87% clearance.
Buyer participation remained broad, with 12,100 head purchased nationally. South Australian buyers were the most active, followed closely by NSW and Victorian buyers, with new buyers also entering the market and supporting competition.
New South Wales accounted for the majority of supply at 7,880 head, followed by Victoria with 5,117 head and South Australia with 2,180 head. Clearance rates were strongest in South Australia at 98%, while NSW and Victoria recorded 78% and 75% respectively, highlighting continued competition where quality and suitability aligned with buyer demand.
From Narromine, NSW, a line of 110 Border Leicester/Merino first cross ewe lambs Mar/Apr '25 drop and weighing 64kg returned $371/head and will travel to a buyer in Stockinbingal, NSW.
From Gnarwarre, VIC, a line of 91 Suffolk ewes aged 18 to 19 months old and weighing 68kg returned $400/head and will travel to a buyer in Blayney, NSW.
From Karabeal, VIC, a line of 625 Poll Dorset/PRIMELINE mixed sex lambs Jun/Aug '25 drop and weighing 52kg returned $245/head and will travel to a buyer in Stawell, VIC.
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