National Charbray Sale tops $70,000 breed record at Gracemere
Summary
A Charbray breed record was set at the 49th National Charbray Sale at Gracemere on September 28, when Wattlebray Vintage climbed to $70,000. The price eclipsed the previous record of $52,500, set in 2022.
The top-priced bull was secured by a buyer at Belboa, Biloela, who said the poll scurred bull suited their breeding operation on weight for age, depth of muscle and overall sire appeal.
Across the sale, 89 bulls were sold for a 94 per cent clearance and an average of $12,393. The Charbray Society reported obvious confidence in the direction of the breed, with buyers chasing certified Charbray genetics and recognising bulls with bone and correct structure. Repeat clients returned, including some who had not attended for several years.
These are the figures reported at the time of this account, with a full report still to follow. The clearance, average and record price above should therefore be read as the results available at that point rather than a final published summary.
The society noted that pedigrees have become increasingly important to buyers and that the breeding table has come into its own, with breeders reporting a sharper focus on consistency and type across the sale.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Bulls sold | 89 |
| Clearance rate | 94 per cent |
| Sale average (preliminary) | $12,393 |
| Top price, a breed record | $70,000 |
| Previous breed record, set in 2022 | $52,500 |
| Sale staged | 49th National Charbray Sale |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What did the National Charbray Sale top at?
The sale topped at $70,000 for Wattlebray Vintage, setting a Charbray breed record. The previous record was $52,500, set in 2022.
How many bulls sold?
In total 89 bulls were sold for a 94 per cent clearance. The reported average was $12,393.
Who bought the record-priced bull?
The top-priced bull was secured by a buyer at Belboa, Biloela. They said the poll scurred bull's weight for age, depth of muscle and overall sire appeal stood out for their breeding direction.
What did the result say about the breed?
The Charbray Society reported obvious confidence in the direction the breed was heading, with buyers chasing certified Charbray genetics. Pedigrees were described as increasingly important, with good bulls carrying bone and correct structure being recognised.
Were repeat buyers active?
Repeat clients returned to the sale, including some who had not attended for several years. The society described those buyers as quite active on the day.
Are these the final results?
No. These are the figures reported at the time of this account, with a full report still to follow. They should be read as the results available at that point.
How long has the sale been running?
The 2026 auction was the 49th National Charbray Sale. It was held at Gracemere on September 28.
