Highland Cattle For Sale

We offer a small number of Highland cattle for sale each year — raised slow, calm and properly right here on our family farm outside Ballarat. We focus on temperament and aim to produce cattle that are well-suited to hobby farms, lifestyle properties and small herds across Victoria and beyond.

All of our cattle are paddock-raised, friendly, and given plenty of time to grow at their own pace. If you’re looking for Highland cattle with character — and raised the right way — take a look at our current listings below.

About Highland Cattle

Highland cattle are a hardy, slow-growing Scottish breed known for their long coats, distinctive horns and calm nature. They’re well suited to a wide range of Australian climates — including the cooler seasons we get here in Ballarat & the rest of Victoria — and do well on both larger properties and smaller hobby farms.

They thrive on good pasture, are excellent foragers, and their unique look and calm temperament makes them a favourite for lifestyle farms and small herds.

Highland Cattle Calves for Sale at Hayes Girl Highlands

Are Highland Cattle Right For You?

While Highland cattle are a wonderful breed, they’re not for everyone. We recommend doing your research before buying — and we’re always happy to chat and help you decide if they’re the right fit for your property.

A few things to consider:

  • Highland cattle do best with plenty of space — they’re a hardy outdoor breed, not suited to small pens or lots

  • They’re a herd animal — at least two cattle are recommended so they have proper company

  • Their coat is beautiful but also requires awareness — they’ll shed in warm weather but still need good shade and shelter

  • They are not a “beginner’s pet” — they’re livestock and need proper handling, infrastructure and care

  • They’re typically a slow maturing breed — they usually live for up to 20 years so are a long-term investment to your property.

If you love the breed and can provide the right setup and care, Highland cattle are incredibly rewarding animals to keep.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No — our Highland cattle are unregistered, but we focus heavily on temperament, health, and proper raising practices. Many of our buyers are looking for well-socialised cattle for hobby farms or small herds, where temperament and friendliness are key.

  • As Highland cattle are herd animals, we always recommend buying at least two if you don’t already have cattle on your property. They are happiest with proper herd companionship.

  • Some of our cattle are halter trained — this will be noted in the individual listing if applicable. All cattle are raised to be calm and easy to handle around people. Most of our cattle are sold as paddock friendly which means you can walk around them with ease and usually hand feed them.

  • Our cattle are paddock-raised with access to good pasture and hay, with supplementary feed as needed. They are handled calmly and exposed to people from a young age. They all LOVE being fed little lucerne cubes as a special snack.

  • We are based just outside Ballarat, Victoria — we welcome enquiries from across Victoria and interstate (transport can be arranged).

  • Yes — we can arrange delivery for an additional fee, or you are welcome to organise your own transport. We will work with you to ensure the handover is safe and low-stress for the cattle.

Midnight the Highland Steer Calf for Sale

Midnight

8–10-month-old black small Highland steer

Midnight is a gorgeous young black Highland steer with a lovely temperament. He is very friendly, enjoys being brushed, and never says no to a lucerne treat. Midnight would make a fantastic addition to a hobby farm, lifestyle property, or as a paddock pet — a calm, interactive young steer.

  • Age: 8–10 months

  • Colour: Black

  • Temperament: Very friendly, enjoys brushing, loves lucerne treats

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / lifestyle property / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$2,000 + GST

Ranger the Red Brindle Highland Steer for Sale near Ballarat

Atlas

2-year-old red brindle small Highland steer

Atlas is a beautifully marked red brindle Highland steer. He is paddock-friendly, can be hand-fed, and while still a little shy, he is steadily gaining confidence with regular interaction. Atlas would suit a hobby farm or make a great paddock pet — ideal for those looking for a friendly, low-stress addition to their property.

  • Age: 2 years

  • Colour: Red Brindle

  • Temperament: Paddock friendly, can be hand-fed, still a little shy

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,800 + GST

George the Highland Steer for Sale Ballarat

George

3-year-old black Polled Highland steer

George is a friendly, well-socialised Highland steer raised on our family farm just outside Ballarat. He is used to people and dogs, can be hand-fed, and is always up for a good head scratch. George would make a great addition to a hobby farm or as a paddock pet — an energetic, character-filled steer who’s easy to have around.

  • Age: 3 years

  • Colour: Black

  • Temperament: Friendly, can be hand-fed, used to people and dogs, likes a scratch

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,800 + GST

Red

8–10-month-old red brindle small Highland steer

Red is a very friendly and inquisitive young red brindle Highland steer with loads of personality. He is hand-fed, enjoys being brushed, and is always the first to come forward when something’s happening. Red would make a fantastic addition to a hobby farm, lifestyle property, or as a paddock pet — a curious, interactive steer who loves attention.

  • Age: 8–10 months

  • Colour: Red Brindle

  • Temperament: Very friendly, hand-fed, enjoys brushing, inquisitive

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / lifestyle property / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$2,000 + GST

Bobby

2-year-old black small Polled Highland steer

Bobby is a sweet, mellow black Highland steer with a quiet nature. While a little shy, he is friendly and can be hand-fed in the paddock. Bobby would suit a hobby farm or as a gentle paddock pet — an easy-going, smaller steer who prefers to hang back and take things at his own pace.

  • Age: 2 years

  • Colour: Black

  • Temperament: Friendly but shy & mellow, can be fed in the paddock

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,800 + GST

Young Highland cattle for sale Victoria

Ranger

2-year-old red brindle small Highland steer

Ranger is a beautiful small red brindle Highland steer with a quiet nature. He is paddock friendly but shy, and tends to hang back when approached. Ranger would suit a lifestyle property or as a gentle paddock pet for someone happy to give him the time and space he needs to settle. A lovely little steer with plenty of potential once given confidence.

  • Age: 2 years

  • Colour: Red Brindle

  • Temperament: Paddock friendly but shy, hangs back

  • Suitability: Lifestyle property / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,800 + GST

Highland Calf for Sale Victoria at Hayes Girl Highlands

Jimmy

8–10-month-old black small Highland steer with dun highlights

Jimmy is a small, friendly young black Highland steer with subtle dun highlights and a gentle nature. While a little shy, he enjoys a head scratch and being hand-fed. Jimmy is a smaller steer and would make a perfect paddock pet or companion animal on a hobby farm — a quiet, easy little fellow with a lot of charm.

  • Age: 8–10 months

  • Colour: Black with dun highlights

  • Temperament: Friendly but shy, enjoys a head scratch, hand-fed

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,500 + GST

Highland Steer for sale at Hayes Girl Highlands

Greg

3-year-old orange Highland steer

Greg is a big personality in a bright orange coat — a boisterous, friendly Highland steer who loves human interaction. He can be hand-fed and adores a good scratch, often getting very excited when people (or food) appear. Greg would suit a hobby farm or as a paddock pet for someone looking for a steer with loads of character and presence, preferably not somewhere with young children.

  • Age: 3 years

  • Colour: Orange

  • Temperament: Boisterous & friendly, hand-fed, loves a scratch, very excitable around people and food

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,800 + GST

Albert

8–10-month-old orange brindle small Highland steer

Albert is a small, friendly young orange brindle Highland steer with a gentle nature. He can be hand-fed and is growing in confidence, though still a little shy at times. Albert is on the smaller side and would make a perfect paddock pet or companion for a hobby farm — a sweet little steer with plenty of potential to become a much-loved farm fixture.

  • Age: 8–10 months

  • Colour: Orange Brindle

  • Temperament: Friendly, can be hand-fed, a little shy

  • Suitability: Hobby farm / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,500 + GST

Friendly Highland Cows for Sale at Hayes Girl Highlands near Ballarat

Gladstone

3-year-old black Highland steer

Gladstone is an incredibly friendly and affectionate black Highland steer — the kind of animal who will happily become your best mate. He loves a cuddle, enjoys human interaction, and has a relaxed, dopey charm that makes him a joy to have around. Gladstone would suit a lifestyle property or as a paddock pet for anyone wanting a steer with loads of character and a gentle nature. He’s a special little steer who is sure to steal your heart.

  • Age: 3 years

  • Colour: Black

  • Temperament: Very, very friendly, loves cuddles, would happily be your best friend

  • Suitability: Lifestyle property / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$1,800 + GST

Friendly Highland Bull for sale at Hayes Girl Highlands near Ballarat

Graham

4-year-old white Highland bull

Graham is a beautiful small-framed white Highland bull with a gentle nature and proven track record as a breeder. He is friendly, enjoys being hand-fed, and loves a good scratch. Graham is a sought-after colour in Highland cattle, making him an excellent addition to a breeding herd or as a calm paddock companion on a lifestyle property.

He is well-mannered for a bull, with a calm temperament and a history of producing quality calves.

  • Age: 4 years

  • Colour: White

  • Temperament: Friendly, enjoys hand feeding and scratches, gentle nature

  • Suitability: Breeding herd / paddock pet

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$3,000 + GST

Registered Highland Bull for sale in Victoria

Eddy

9-year-old red brindle registered Poll Highland bull with scurs

Eddy is a calm, friendly, proven breeding bull with excellent temperament and presence. He is a registered Poll Highland bull with the Poll Highland Cattle Society, and has consistently produced quality calves.

A big, impressive boy with a gentle nature, Eddy would make an excellent addition to a breeding herd looking to introduce polled genetics with calm temperament. He is well-mannered, paddock-bull friendly, and accustomed to being around people.

  • Age: 9 years

  • Colour: Red Brindle

  • Temperament: Calm and friendly

  • Suitability: Breeding herd

  • Registration: Registered Poll Highland bull — Poll Highland Cattle Society

  • Proven breeder: Yes

  • Location: Ballarat VIC

  • Delivery: Available for additional fee

$2,500 + GST

Disclaimer:
We do our best to describe each animal accurately and honestly, based on our handling and observations. However, temperament and behaviour can vary, and livestock handling experience is recommended. Buyers are responsible for ensuring they have suitable facilities and the skills required to manage cattle safely. All livestock sales are subject to our standard sale terms — please contact us for details.

Looking for the Right Highland Cattle for Your Property?

If you’d like more information or photographs about any of our cattle for sale — or if you’re looking for something specific — we’d love to hear from you.