Anna Creek Station Recovers After Major Rainfall Event

Anna Creek Station is recovering after a period of severe drought and subsequent major rainfall. Manager Matthew Williams stated that 325 millimetres of rain had fallen at the homestead year to date, exceeding the station's average annual rainfall of about 140mm. The bulk of the rain occurred during a remarkable six-week period, with 210mm falling in three separate events of 70mm each. The rainfall was significant enough to cause the creek to flow three times in those six weeks, which is rare for the property.

The station, which spans 15,600 square kilometres, experienced a major turnaround after a period of progressively spreading cattle and reducing weaners due to limited water and feed. The successful management of the operation through the drought and subsequent flood cycle is noted.