Our Properties
The Willoway Group's farming interests span multiple regions across South Australia and New South Wales, creating a diverse and resilient agricultural enterprise.
Across our operations, we maintain a strong focus on long-term sustainability through continuous investment in land improvement, pasture development, infrastructure, technology, and responsible resource management. This commitment ensures our farms remain productive, environmentally responsible, and well-positioned for future generations.
Behind the Livestock
Kym Lehmann
With a focus on long-term productivity and continuous improvement, Kym oversees Willoway's livestock program across both the high rainfall and pastoral regions. His approach centres on producing fertile, resilient and sound temperament livestock, while ensuring the business remains adaptable to seasonal conditions.
Kym is passionate about building strong relationships across the Willoway team, while building a collaborative culture where people are encouraged to think independently, solve problems, and continually improve both individually and as a team.
Kym believes the future of the livestock program is held within expanding the heard sizes and continuing to improve Willoway's ability to transport stock between pastoral regions due to seasonal conditions. He hopes to "create a consistent livestock program that fits all aspects of the company and its properties in both high rainfall and pastoral zones". Ultimately his goal is simple; to produce livestock that perform reliably, thrive in challenging conditions and continue to strengthen Willoway's operations for generations to come.
The South East
South East of South Australia
Lucerne, Sheep & Cattle
101,103 acres
The South East of South Australia represents one of the Willoway Groups most significant Agricultural regions compromising of 32 properties from Keith down to Furner.
Being the place Ben, Anthea and their family call home, the region is recognised as one of Australia's most productive agricultural landscapes. Known for its reliable rainfall, diverse soil profiles, access to underground water resources and strong transport connections.
Within the region, Willoway operates a diverse mix of enterprises, including;
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Lucerne Hay & Seed production
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Angus Cattle breeding
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Merino Sheep production for wool and meat
This diversity allows us to build resilience across seasonal conditions while maintaining a strong focus on productivity, sustainability, and continuous improvement throughout our operations. The South East is also home to the internal sheep and cattle studs, producing top quality breeders for the entirety of the Willoway Groups livestock.
"Our aim is to produce top-quality, fertile livestock that will thrive and survive in any condition, while maintaining good temperament, confirmation and constitution."
Kym Lehmann- Livestock & Operations Manager
Northern Pastoral Region
Northern South Australia
Angus Cattle
1.5 million acres
Located in the pastoral heart of South Australia, situated approximately 190km North-West of Broken Hill and adjoining the shores of Lake Frome, Frome Downs and Lakeside Station form a significant part of the Willoway Group's agricultural footprint.
Operating as a single aggregation, the properties are managed with a strong focus on sustainable grazing practices and responsible land stewardship. Livestock movements are carefully managed across the landscape to align with seasonal conditions, supporting both productivity and the long-term health of the environment.
Since joining the Willoway portfolio, the region has been the focus of a substantial investment program aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and supporting future growth. Key improvements include; upgrades to water infrastructure, fencing, staff accommodation, operational facilities, and aviation access. The scale and diversity of this pastoral landscape provide an important foundation for Willoway's livestock operations, while reinforcing the Group's commitment to sustainable and resilient agricultural practices across some of Australia's most unique and challenging environments.
“Frome is the only large-scale cattle station within a one-day truck drive of where we operate, making it a natural fit for our broader farming operations. Around two-thirds of the property is supported by artesian water sources that require very little maintenance and don’t rely on pumps. With two major operational periods each year—mustering and marking calves and drafting sale cattle—the property runs efficiently across the seasons."
Ben Brinkworth- Director
Western Lands Division
Far West New South Wales
Angus Cattle, Sheep
695,579 acres
Situated within New South Wales' Western Lands region, the Willoway Group's Western Lands Division comprises an aggregation of 10 properties surrounding White Cliffs and Wilcannia. Located within the vast Darling River Basin, this semi-arid landscape is shaped by highly variable seasonal conditions. The region experiences cycles of drought and flood, with water flows influenced by rainfall events throughout the broader basin, including catchments extending into northern New South Wales and southern Queensland.
These unique environmental conditions have created a resilient pastoral landscape characterised by extensive native saltbush and rangeland pastures. Well suited to both sheep and cattle production, the aggregation supports diversified grazing enterprises that are managed with a strong focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and responsible land stewardship.
Through ongoing investment in infrastructure, water systems, and land management practices, Willoway continues to enhance the productivity and resilience of the region while preserving the natural characteristics that make this landscape unique. The Western Lands Division plays an important role within the broader Willoway portfolio, demonstrating how innovative management and long-term thinking can support agricultural production in some of Australia's most challenging environments.
"Wilcannia offers a diverse blend of red and flood-out country. Supporting both wool production and creating opportunities for finishing off cattle following flood seasons. The land is highly reliant to seasonal conditions, but the diversity of the country allows for flexibility to adapt to these seasonal conditions"
Jono Batson- Wilcannia Regional Manager
Riverina Region
New South Wales
Cropping, Cotton, Sheep & Cattle
91,823 acres
Located in the heart of New South Wales' Riverina, Uardry Station is one of Australia's most historic agricultural properties. Established in 1840, Uardry gained national recognition for its renowned Merino sheep genetics, producing some of the country's most influential bloodlines. Its legacy was immortalised on Australia's 1941 Shilling coin, which featured the celebrated Uardry ram.
In 2012, the property entered a new chapter when Tom Brinkworth acquired the station with a vision to unlock its full agricultural potential. Through significant investment and strategic development, the property underwent a remarkable transformation, enhancing its irrigation capabilities and expanding its productive capacity.
Today, more than 91,000 acres are utilised across both irrigated and dryland farming systems, supporting a diverse and resilient mixed-farming operation. Following Tom's passing in 2020, stewardship of the property transitioned to Willoway Farming, continuing the family's commitment in innovation, sustainability, and agricultural excellence.
Uardry now supports a range of enterprises including fodder production, grain cropping, cotton, sheep, and cattle. The property also remains closely connected to its historic roots, with select Uardry Merino bloodlines retained as the foundation of Willoway's ongoing livestock genetics program. Blending heritage with innovation, Uardry represents Willoway's vision for modern Australian agriculture—respecting the past while investing in the future.
"Uardry is Willoway's most diverse operation, running mixed livestock alongside cropping of cotton and corn. The properties corn maze's provide sheep feed for the entirety of the Willoway groups flock through the dry seasons."
Ben Brinkworth- Director
