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At Calrossy Anglican School, Agriculture is more than a subject — it’s a pathway. For students passionate about farming, animals, the environment or agri-technology, Calrossy offers a wide range of hands-on learning and vocational pathways, backed by industry expertise and real-world operations.
The opportunities at Calrossy are as diverse as the agriculture industry itself — offering comprehensive opportunities that range from stock handling, breeding and farm management to crop production, agribusiness, meat processing and rural operations, and everything in between. Whatever your interest, there's a place to grow your passion and future in agriculture at Calrossy.
With its own fully operational 230-acre farm, Calrossy is one of only a handful of schools in Australia running respected industry-based enterprises — the Kamilaroi Shorthorn Stud and the White Dorper Stud — both of which are student-driven and highly regarded across the industry.
“Our students aren't just learning about agriculture — they’re living it,” says Mr Bart Leach, Head of Technological and Applied Studies (TAS). “From the classroom to the cattle ring, our young people are gaining experience that sets them apart in future careers or further study.”
Located in Tamworth, a leading regional centre in north-west NSW, Calrossy is uniquely placed at the gateway to Australia’s agricultural heartlands — from the irrigated cotton fields and innovation-rich Namoi Valley around Moree, to the fertile black soils of the Liverpool Plains, known as one of the nation’s most productive food bowls.
The Tangara Trade Training Centre, along with access to state-of-the-art farming facilities and supportive industry partnerships, allows students to gain the experience and qualifications needed for the workforce — or to step confidently into tertiary agriculture or business studies.
2025: A Year of Exceptional Achievement
Last year was one of the most successful to date for Calrossy’s Cattle Team. The year began with the annual Cattle Camp, where a keen group of Year 7 students got their first taste of agricultural life — mentored by generous past students who returned to lend their expertise.
From there, the show season launched into full swing with a strong presence at the Barraba, Tamworth and Manilla Shows — culminating in a remarkable run at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, where Calrossy proudly brought home three broad ribbons:
Heavyweight Champion Steer (led by Regan Banks)
Lightweight Champion Steer (led by Eve Maloney)
Champion Trade Steer (led by Aiden Rudder)
The Heavyweight Champion went on to win Grand Champion Steer of the entire show — a major achievement that made headlines and highlighted the team's exceptional skill and dedication.
Special thanks go to Tyson and Courtney Will, breeders of both the Heavyweight and Lightweight champions, and to Kunderang Pastoral Company of Nundle, breeder of the winning Trade Steer.
In Term 2, the Cattle Team travelled to Wingham Beef Week, competing in Meat Judging, Paraders, Junior Judging and Job Interviews. Calrossy students stood out across all divisions, with Leah Rindfleisch, Hugo Bloomfield, Grace Newcombe and Regan Banks crowned Age Division Parader Champions. Regan also claimed the title of Grand Champion Parader.
From there, Years 7 to 9 students gained valuable experience at the Colin Say Beef Extravaganza in Glen Innes, many enjoying their first overnight excursion. At the Dubbo National Show and Sale, Calrossy’s Kamilaroi Shorthorns sold five bulls and one heifer — an outstanding result and proud moment for the team.
The year concluded with great spirit at the Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza in Scone — a perfect finish to an exciting and rewarding season.
“The students have been incredible — from their teamwork to their professionalism,” says Mr Leach. “We’ve had wins, but more importantly, we’ve had growth. They’ve developed skills, confidence and leadership, and I couldn’t be prouder.”
Meanwhile, the Kamilaroi herd is thriving. With six beautiful replacement heifers joining the 2026 show team and seven young bulls being prepared for the National Shorthorn Show and Sale, the future is bright. Genetics from Gerald and Lynden Spry, Futurity Shorthorns, and Ronnell Park Rolls Royce are helping raise the bar in herd development.
The Sydney Royal was also a standout for the stud: Ellie McCulloch led Kamilaroi Zoe to a class win, while Audrey Bower won her class with Kamilaroi Emily . The pair went on to take out Pair of Heifers — a brilliant result for the Kamilaroi team.
And there’s no slowing down in 2026, with the Cattle Camp done and the Cattle Team heading to the Glen Innes Show this week, ready to hit the ground running for another year of growth, learning and excellence in Agriculture at Calrossy.
