The Magnolia Ridge

15/03/2025

Some snippets and bare bones of today’s Mother’s Day shoots by the very talented . She will turn these into memories for a lifetime.

14/03/2025

06/03/2025

Cyclone Alfred Update 1: Outwitting the Wind!

Alfred hasn’t even knocked on the door yet, but he’s already flexing—power’s out! Lucky for us, we’ve got the ultimate outdoor survival setup: a camping kitchen, a stack of butane cookers, and a can-do attitude. Feeding and watering seven people? Challenge accepted.

Generators are keeping the water and septic running (because let’s be real, that’s essential), plus another one for the household must-haves—aka coffee and maybe a sneaky cold drink. Alfred might be taking his sweet time creeping toward us, but we’ve got a few tricks up our sleeve.

Meanwhile, the Highland cows are loving this weather—strutting around like they’ve booked an all-inclusive mud bath retreat. Wind? Rain? Mud? Absolute paradise. If only we all had their energy.

However, if the internet goes… well, that’s when Alfred wins. A total knockout blow. Send snacks and WiFi prayers!

04/03/2025

Stay Safe, SEQLD!

Cyclone Alfred is making its presence known, and we hope everyone is staying safe and prepared. If you haven’t already, make sure all loose items are secured, and if you’re in a flood-prone area, move stock to higher ground.

Here at Magnolia Ridge, our cattle are settled in the high paddocks, and we’re keeping a close eye on the weather—especially for our Queen, Libby, who’s due to calve soon! Fingers crossed this wild system doesn’t encourage an early arrival.

Take care, check in on your neighbors, and stay safe! Let’s hope Alfred moves on quickly. Keep us updated on how you’re faring—we’d love to hear from you!

26/02/2025

26 days until her due date, this Mumma is all style and grace. What colour calf do you think she will have? It’s really anyone’s guess 🤠.

12/02/2025

✨ Exclusive Open Day at Magnolia Ridge Estate! ✨

Curious about building your own swimpond oasis? Join us on Sunday, 23 February, from 10 AM to 2 PM for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour!

✔️ Walk around our stunning swimpond and hear from the experts who built it.
✔️ Meet our adorable Highland calves—with feeding and patting opportunities for all ages!
✔️ FREE entry—so why not pop in and explore?

Whether you’re dreaming of your own swimpond or just want a fun day out with the family, we’d love to see you there! 🌿🐂

📍 Magnolia Ridge Estate
📅 Sunday, 23 February | 10 AM – 2 PM

09/02/2025

The progress these girls are making astounds us. They sailed through a 2hr mini session with the gorgeous and talented today with ease. They crave the attention, the touching, and the connections they are making with everyone instantly is wonderful. They are a perfect fit for our fold .

07/02/2025

What a fun afternoon we had with Zac and . Thank you for visiting us, the girls loved the attention. Thanks to the weather gods for finally allowing us to host you both.

26/01/2025

1st and 2nd tie up lesson for these new girls today. Stood there like pro’s. They are taking to this like absolute queens.

21/01/2025

Girls for their new bling on today. Training halters put on in the paddock, no stress, no worries. These girls love a scratch, rub, brush and carrots….. did we say carrots 🥕. Carrots are like cow crack 🫢, We love how receptive these girls are to their training on day 1. If you’d like to meet them, they will start to become involved in our Highland Experience program and photo shoot sessions very soon. Book your spot to see them now.

19/01/2025

Back at it for 2025 with our first shoot of minis with Max, as usual, loving the attention and the carrots 🥕.

15/12/2024

Today’s BTS brought to you by the NOT photographer, ME! 😜 We kept today’s shoots quite candid. The cattle were hot n bothered so we shot around them, in between them and wherever else they wanted everyone to be. It was a nice change and more relaxed pace.

09/12/2024

💍 Thinking about booking your elopement, a naming ceremony, or planning the perfect proposal? 🤍 Maybe you’re ready to announce your pregnancy 👶 or finally update those family photos 📸? Or is it a Highland Cattle Experience 🐮 that’s calling your name?

🌟 Whatever the occasion, we’ve got you covered! Reach out to us or book your spot directly here: https://MagnoliaRidgeEstate.as.me/

✨ Exciting news: Our new website launches January 2025 🎉, making it even easier to plan your dream experience!

🐾 Bonus excitement: We’ve got 3 calves arriving in 2025 (the first due in early March)! So much happening already, and the year hasn’t even started! 🌿

01/11/2024

After much discussion, this guy will be sold. Not to the first buyer, but to the right buyer. Message us if you would like to discuss.

29/10/2024

This beautiful photo of our boy Vader taken by . He is starting to become more inquisitive by the day. At just 4 weeks old, he is now showing interest in what I’m doing and popping out from under his Mumma’s side to say hi.

27/10/2024

Loved hosting these guys 🩵🩷🤠

02/10/2024

Vadar decided day 4 of livin, was the day to start trying new things, like barley hay 🫢😊. This kid is a cracker 🐮.