The Northern Update

The Northern Update
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Stay connected to northern Australia’s agricultural industry with The Northern Update. Every fortnight, we deliver the latest market insights, emerging trends, and real stories shaping the future of farming in our region. From industry challenges to on-the-ground innovations, we bring you the information that matters. Proudly presented by Preston Rowe Paterson North Queensland—your trusted partner in agriculture.
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This podcast focuses on agricultural market insights, emerging trends, and personal stories from the farming community, with episodes covering topics like rural property market trends in North Queensland and insights into the factors influencing land values, alongside discussions about upcoming industry events.

Stay connected to northern Australia’s agricultural industry with The Northern Update. Every fortnight, we deliver the latest market insights, emerging trends, and real stories shaping the future of farming in our region. From industry challenges to on-the-ground innovations, we bring you the information that matters. Proudly presented by Preston Rowe Paterson North Queensland—your trusted partner in agriculture.
In this episode of The Northern Update, we’re joined by Brennan Leggett from Preston Rowe Paterson Regional North Queensland to get a clear read on where the northern rural property market is sitting right now—and what’s driving it.
We talk through current values, demand trends, the type of country buyers are chasing, and how seasonal conditions and finance access are shaping decisions on the ground.
Whether you're a buyer, landholder, or just keeping an eye on the market, Brennan breaks it down in a way that’s practical and regionally relevant.
In this episode:
- Rural property market update across Northern Queensland
- Key drivers behind recent movement in the market
- Who’s buying—local vs interstate interest
- Demand differences between breeder vs backgrounder country
- How rainfall and seasonal conditions are influencing valuations
- Trends in finance, valuations, and buyer sentiment
- What to watch for in the second half of the year
- Brennan’s pick for the next great rural event
🎙️ The Northern Update brings you boots-on-the-ground insights, stories, and market updates from across northern and western Australia—every fortnight.
Thanks to our podcast partner:
Preston Rowe Paterson Regional North Queensland – your trusted partner in agriculture, property, and valuation.
🔗 Learn more: https://prp.com.au/prp-regional-north-queensland-2/

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