Wellington Shire Council is undertaking a strategic review of the Gippsland Regional Livestock Exchange (GRLE) located at Saleyards Road in Sale, following changes in throughput over previous years.
The Gippsland Regional Livestock Exchange has been in operation for over 60 years and the precinct includes an undercover cattle yard with soft floors, outdoor sheep yards, overflow cattle yards, truck wash, office and canteen, and toilet facilities. In 2016, after extensive evaluation and based on a commercial business case, Wellington Shire Council completed upgrades to the main selling area ensuring it met modern animal welfare and environmental standards.
Following a sustained period of declining throughput, the strategic review will identify and investigate issues, and test opportunities identified to support the future of the saleyards. As part of this consultation, Council is working closely with Livestock Agents and other key stakeholders, seeking input to identify suitable recommendations.
Stage one of the review was completed in mid-2023 and assessed the existing conditions of the saleyards, including facilities, throughput, and financials. The next stage is about to get underway and will include targeted stakeholder consultation.
Urban Enterprise together with Outcross Agri-Services has been engaged to complete the consultation process and identify recommendations, each brining a range of experience across saleyards.
