Where the city meets the country
Canberra Australia
Gold Creek is one of the most notable working pastoral properties in the Canberra region. It currently runs 1,000 merino sheep and 200 beef cattle.
A visit to Gold Creek is guaranteed to be both an enjoyable and enlightening experience in a friendly relaxed atmosphere. For 20 years, John and Beverley have been providing entertaining and informative demonstrations on the workings of a pastoral property.
On arrival at Gold Creek Station, tour groups are welcomed with refreshing country hospitality by their hosts, John and Beverley Starr.
John is a fifth generation Australian farmer and Beverley is an excellent country cook. John has operated the 2,000 acre (800 ha) property for 27 years. He is an expert on all facets of farming such as animal husbandry, property management, artificial breeding and sheep dog training.
