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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

The Wallacetown Saleyards

The Wallacetown Saleyards are the property of the Invercargill Saleyards Company, Limited, and were established about the year 1883, on a site of eight acres of land. The yards are very extensive, and have accommodation for 1,000 sheep, 900 cattle and 500 horses, and there are stores and stables, and offices for auctioneers. Fortnightly sales are held, and from 400 to 500 head of cattle, and 2,000 and 2,500 sheep are usually sold. These sales are considered the most important in the district, and the prices realised are recognised as the ruling values for stock in Southland. A siding connects the yards with the railway, and the arrangements for loading and unloading stock are most complete. The company is managed by a Board of directors, and Mr R. F. Cuthbertson is secretary.