"Mulga Bill's", 28236 Hume Highway, Bowning, NSW 2582

Auction 19/11/2026

Residential Land
Type

Published on Friday, October 23, 2026 ( See property details for "Mulga Bill's", 28236 Hume Highway, Bowning, NSW 2582)

Auction 19/11/2026

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A historic 20 ha rural property on the Southern Tablelands offering scenic countryside, agricultural potential, and rich Australian heritage connections.

🏡 Property Highlights

  • Historic connection to Australian literary heritage through Banjo Paterson's Mulga Bill's Bicycle
  • Generous 20 ha (49.42 acres) rural land with established fencing and secure water sources
  • Building envelope with building entitlement and potential for dual occupancy (STCA)
  • Picturesque Southern Tablelands countryside with rural views and natural landscape
  • Main road frontage with separate power connections and access to rural amenities
  • Proximity to Yass, Murrumbateman, and Canberra, ideal for rural living and investment

✨ Key Features

  • Zoned RU1 - Primary Production
  • Established boundary including netting and ringlock fencing
  • Building envelope and building entitlement
  • Main road frontage
  • Dam for stock in paddock
  • Average annual rainfall of approximately 28 inches (711.2 mm)
  • Potential for dual occupancy, subject to planning requirements
  • School bus service passing the front gate
  • Historical association with superfine wool production
  • Carrying capacity of approximately 150 sheep during normal rainfall

Bowning is a charming rural village within the Southern Tablelands, renowned for its scenic landscapes, rich agricultural history, and proximity to major centres like Canberra and Sydney. The area offers a peaceful country lifestyle with established community amenities, excellent transport links, and a strong heritage rooted in Australian literary and rural traditions. Ideal for those seeking a quiet, rural environment with potential for agricultural pursuits or rural development.

What are the planning and development restrictions for building on this property?
Building on the property is subject to relevant planning and development requirements, including obtaining necessary approvals and adhering to local zoning regulations.
Is there existing infrastructure such as water, power, and fencing?
Yes, the property has established fencing, a dam for stock, and separate main and three-phase power connections, supporting rural and agricultural use.
What is the historical significance of the property?
The property is historically linked to Australian literary heritage through its association with Banjo Paterson and the poem Mulga Bill's Bicycle, near Conroys Gap.
Are there options for additional dwellings or dual occupancy?
Yes, there is potential for dual occupancy, subject to planning requirements and relevant approvals.
What are the nearby amenities and access to services?
The property is 13 minutes to Yass, 31 minutes to Murrumbateman, and 42 minutes to Canberra, with school bus services passing the front gate.
Are there any easements, covenants, or zoning restrictions that could affect future development or use of the land? Has the property been tested for flood or bushfire risks in the area? Are there any existing or planned nearby developments that could impact the rural character or privacy? What are the costs associated with maintaining fencing, water supply, and other infrastructure? Is there any history of soil contamination or environmental issues on the property?

"Mulga Bill's", 28236 Hume Highway, Bowning, NSW 2582 - More Details

Auction 19/11/2026

Offering 20 ha* (49.42 acres*)^, a wonderful connection to Australia's rural heritage, 'Mulga Bill's' presents an opportunity to secure a Southern Tablelands property combining open countryside, agricultural potential and a story that reaches into Australian literary history. Family-owned since May 1970, this rural holding forms part of a landscape long associated with superfine wool production, reliable rainfall and the timeless appeal of country living.

With approximately 28 inches* (711.2 mm*) of average annual rainfall recorded in the area since 1970, 'Mulga Bill's' offers a rural setting supported by established fencing and secure water. The natural landscape and surrounding country views create an appealing setting for those seeking space, privacy and a connection to the land.

The property holds particular historical significance through its association with nearby Conroys Gap, where Banjo Paterson wrote his famous poem Mulga Bill's Bicycle. The Loomes family first settled the surrounding district in the 1830s, followed by generations of landowners who helped shape the area's rural history. With main road frontage, separate single- and three-phase power connections and a building envelope with building entitlement, 'Mulga Bill's' presents an opportunity to explore a range of rural pursuits, subject to applicable planning and development requirements.

For buyers interested in a building option, the owners can also offer a foldable home through Fold Up Buildings. Australian-designed and built, these homes fold out into a two-storey, two-bedroom layout, with options for completion and fit-out to suit your needs. Available by separate negotiation and subject to relevant approvals. Visit www.foldupbuildings.com.au or contact our team for further details.

Key Features:

• Zoned RU1 - Primary Production
• 20 ha* (49.42 acres*)^ rural property known as 'Mulga Bill's', held by the same family since May 1970
• Picturesque Southern Tablelands countryside and appealing rural views
• A.I. Render of possible www.foldupbuildings.com.au in building envelope
• Historical connection to Banjo Paterson and Mulga Bill's Bicycle, associated with nearby Conroys Gap
• Approximately 28 inches* (711.2 mm*) of average annual rainfall recorded in the area since 1970
• One dam for stock in the paddock
• Historically associated with superfine wool production
• Reported carrying capacity of approximately 150 sheep during a normal rainfall season
• Established boundary including netting and ringlock sections, and sections of newer fencing
• Main road frontage
• Building envelope and building entitlement
• Potential for dual occupancy, subject to planning requirements and relevant approvals
• School bus service passing the front gate, servicing Bowning Public School and schools in Yass
• 13 minutes* to Yass
• 31 minutes* to Murrumbateman
• 42 minutes* to Canberra
• 2 hours & 45 minutes* to Sydney CBD

With established fencing, open rural landscape and fascinating connection to Australian literary heritage, 'Mulga Bill's' offers an opportunity to secure a property with character and potential. Whether your interest lies in agricultural pursuits, rural investment or the appeal of a quieter country setting, this is a holding worthy of inspection.

Explore the possibilities of 'Mulga Bill's' and make your own mark on a historic rural landscape.

Also available: the adjoining property next door - "Banjo's", 20 ha* (49.42 acres*)

http://raywhiteruralyass.com.au/L26190585


*Approximately

^STCA

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  • "Mulga Bill's", 28236 Hume Highway, Bowning, NSW 2582

    Thursday 19 November
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