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Rockley Brahmans has always been a family affair. The quality of today’s herd reflects the lessons learned and experience gained over seventy years breeding by three generations of hardworking, committed and commercially astute cattle producers.
The Kirk family values include innovation, hard work, honesty and resilience. The business was formed by Arnie and then built on by Chris and Sally. Today Ashley and Kate are the sole owners of Rockley Brahmans.
Underpinning Rockley Brahmans stud enterprise is a solid commercial beef operation. Our dual focus means that Rockley’s stud offering remains as commercially focussed today as it was in the 1950s.
At Rockley Brahmans, we are proud to have a team of experienced and dedicated professionals who share our passion for the Brahman breed. Our team includes some of the most knowledgable and skilled breeders, graziers and animal care specialists in the industry, who work tirelessly to ensure that our animals receive the best possible care and attention.
We believe in prioritising our people. So we celebrate successes and ensure work life balance and flexibility. We are a happy, healthy and high-performing team and we have fun along the way as we deliver the best possible outcomes for our cattle and our clients.
Director
Rockley Brahmans
Memberships
Australian Brahman Breeders’ Association
Frontier Genetics Committee Member
Dawson Valley Drovers Rugby Club Lifetime Member
Fire Warden, Rural Fire Brigade
A third-generation Red Brahman breeder, Ashley Kirk has spent over 20 years refining genetics and championing ethical livestock practices. His mission is simple: deliver high-performing cattle that exceed client expectations. Through data-driven selection, IVF technology, and rigorous assessments, he ensures Rockley Brahmans produces fertile, efficient, and quiet-tempered cattle that integrate seamlessly into any herd.
Ashley believes clients should know exactly what they’re buying, offering ongoing consultation and transparent data to build long-term relationships. His dedication and expertise have earned him recognition as one of only nine Australians selected for the 2015 Graeme Acton Beef Connections Mentor Program, later returning as a mentor in 2021. He was also awarded an ABIF Scholarship to complete the Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program.
Hardworking and hands-on, Ashley is more likely to roll up his sleeves than stand back—a mindset that helped him rebuild and elevate Rockley Brahmans into a leading enterprise. A keen learner, he has attended global cattle industry events in Panama, South Africa, and the US, gaining international insights into elite Brahman breeding.
Beyond the stud, Ashley is a former representative rugby player for Rockhampton, Central Queensland, and Queensland Country. Since retiring in 2012, he has continued his involvement as a coach for the Dawson Valley Drovers.
At Rockley Brahmans, Ashley’s commitment to innovation, integrity, and excellence ensures clients invest in genetics they can trust.
Director
Rockley Brahmans
Memberships
Volunteer, Rural Fire Brigade
Secretary, Rockhampton South Kindergarten
Kate grew up in Brisbane and, since meeting Ashley in 2012 at a Beef Week event, has fallen in love with the country life and living in Central Queensland. Kate is a qualified social worker and brought her natural caring nature and sense of compassion to working with children and young people for over a decade.
Kate and Ashley together raise their young family of three children, Arnie, Rose and Elsie. She also enjoys animals, cooking and gardening.
With a good head for numbers, Kate manages administrative tasks such as bookkeeping and budgeting for Rockley Brahmans. In addition, she assists Ashley with developing the business vision and strategic plan.
We are happy and willing to tell you every little detail about the animals we breed. We pride ourselves on being open and honest.
We put the client first, we know what cattle we aim to breed but first and foremost we listen to what you want. We are here for you, to meet your needs and wants and to put you first.
We aim to be more business-like than any other cattle breeder. We pride on ourselves on being reliable, competent and respectful.
You can rely on us to be truthful, honest and kind. We follow through on what we say we will do.
Ungarra
This property is highly productive Callide Dawson country.
Location – 180 km south west of Rockhampton
Size – 3,137 hectares (7,750 acres)
Country – Brigalow scrub with Leacaena planted
Purpose – Stud breeding, fattening and bull depot.
Have some more questions or need to send us a message? Head over to our contact page to get in touch with Ashley.
