we’re breeding consistency.
Welcome to Mackas Pastoral.
Years of genetic progress
Years on from laying the foundations, our program is now delivering the consistency we set out to achieve. Through disciplined breeding, careful data analysis and a clear long-term vision, we’re not just breeding cattle, we’re breeding consistency.
A key highlight of the 2026 Autumn Commercial Female Sale is our Preg-Tested Heifers in calf to Macka’s Vortex, a son of Texas Iceman. Vortex combines structural soundness, balance and strong performance data, backed by the proven maternal strength of his dam, Rosebud, who now has over 50 progeny on the ground.
Every decision is driven by data and designed to deliver results.
When buyers step into this sale, they’re investing in consistent, high-performing genetics — and a program built to last.”
— Robert Mackenzie
Take a look at our recent Commercial Female Sale…
| Contact Macka's Pastoral For More Information - Robert Mackenzie 0408 490 911
| Bowe & Lidbury For Sales - Rodney McDonald 0429 873 405
| Contact Macka's Pastoral For More Information - Robert Mackenzie 0408 490 911 | Bowe & Lidbury For Sales - Rodney McDonald 0429 873 405
Featured AI Sires
CATTLE Information
COWS & CALVES
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2 Year Old Cows with Spring calves at foot, sired by Macka’s bred, Texas Iceman sons & rejoined to Macka’s bred, Te Mania Reno sons (3in1 units).
Outstanding Quality & Temperament
Up to date with animal health treatments, calves are marked & vaccinated
Cows Sired by Knowla, Coolie, Currickabark, Sugarloaf and Mackas Stud sires
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8 Year Old Cows with Spring calves at foot (200-250kg). Sired by Macka’s bred, Peaks Reality sons & rejoined to Macka’s bred, Iceman sons & preg-tested in calf (3in1 units).
Outstanding Quality & Temperament
Up to date with animal health treatments, calves are marked & vaccinated
Cows Sired by Knowla, Coolie, Currickabark, Sugarloaf and Mackas Stud sires
PTIC Heifers
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Spring Rising 2yo
Pregtested to Macka’s Vortex V94, Texas Thunderstruck and Texas Iceman A.I ed on 14/11/25 to commence calving from 21/8/26 or are pregtested to easy calving Macka’s bred, Texas Iceman or Te Mania Reno sons, to commence calving 4/9/26 for 6 weeks.
Outstanding Quality & Temperament
Sired by Knowla, Coolie, Sugarloaf and Mackas Stud sires
AI SIRES
Texas Iceman R725
Macka’s Vortex V94
Texas Thunderstruck T383
PTIC COWS
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Mixed age cows from 3 to 8 years old
Pregtested to Macka’s bred, Texas Iceman sons
Joined from 8/7/25 to 16/9/25 and preg-tested in calf
Outstanding Quality & Temperament
Up to date with animal health treatments
Sired by Knowla, Coolie, Currickabark, Sugarloaf and Mackas Stud sires
Unjoined heifers
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Unjoined heifers 16 to 19months, Spring drop 2024, Approx 330 to 400kg
Unjoined – Sell open for the bull of your choice (preg-tested empty)
Up to date animal health treatments, – grassfed & antibiotic free EU accredited, sired by Knowla, Coolie, Sugarloaf and Mackas Stud sires
Will be preweighed prior to sale
