Dalby Saleyard Tours 2027

Step behind the scenes of one of Australia's largest cattle-selling centres and experience the sights, sounds and stories of the livestock industry at the Dalby Saleyards. This unique guided tour offers visitors a fascinating insight into the journey of cattle from paddock to market, showcasing the people, processes and infrastructure that keep Australia's beef industry moving.

Whether you're from the city, the country, or visiting from overseas, Dalby Saleyard Tours provide an authentic agricultural experience that highlights the Western Downs' deep connection to farming and food production. It's a rare opportunity to witness a working saleyard in action and gain a greater appreciation for the industry that helps feed Australia and the world.

Before You Book
Booking conditions apply. Please take a moment to read the booking conditions before attending to ensure you are aware of important information (such as mandatory footware) relating to your visit.

Booking Conditions
                                  *Participants must wear closed in shoes i.e no thongs
                                  *Participants must be physically fit (able to ascend/descend stairs)
                                  *Participants have read the Q Fever Fact Sheet and Entry Warning Conditions.
https://www.qld.gov.au/health/condition/infections-and-parasites/bacterial-infections/q-fever 

Foot & mouth disease loves to hitchhike on shoes, please come clean if you have arrived from overseas.

Council reserves the right to cancel tours if unforeseen circumstances occur or if insufficient numbers of participants have booked.

Participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Participants must follow the direction of the tour guide and agree to not interfere with sale day operations.

Western Downs Regional Council collects and manages personal information in the course of performing its activities, functions and duties. The way in which Council manages personal information is governed by the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld). We are collecting your personal information in accordance with Local Government Act 2009 so that we can facilitate your tour of the Dalby Saleyards. Generally, we will not disclose your personal information outside of Council unless we are required to do so by law, or unless you have given us your consent to such disclosure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Meeting Location
Please meet your guide at the front of the Dalby Saleyards Canteen prior to the commencement of your tour.

Supervision
Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

Parking
Ample free parking is available on site, including space suitable for caravans, motorhomes, buses and larger vehicles.

Canteen On Site
Why not treat yourself to a cuppa and something delicious from the canteen following your tour? The canteen offers a range of refreshments and light meals.