Billabong DextersEstablished in 1989 |
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About Us |
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In response to a program about Dexters in 1988, Trish Cabassi started the wheels in motion and formed Billabong Dexter Stud in 1989 with her parents Peter and Joan Willis, stud Limousin Cattle Breeders. They were instrumental in importing Dexter semen and one of the first three purebred Dexter females to be re-introduced into Western Australia in 1991. Billabong imported several other Purebred Dexter Cattle from North America and utilized artificial insemination and embryo transfer to ensure a constant improvement and were mindful of the need for utilizing outcross bloodlines. .
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Billabong DextersEstablished in 1989 |
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Trish and Mike Cabassi have 3 young boys who have all been introduced to the “Wonderful World of Dexters” and love it! Due to their size, Dexters are less intimidating than larger breeds, particularly for children. They have been utilised by various youngsters to learn leading techniques in the show ring. Billabong have introduced many youngsters into the show ring with Dexters and many have gone on to achieve fantastic results. They still enjoy visiting and working with the cattle, which is a healthy interest for them.
Billabong Stud is located approximately 45kms south of Perth CBD and easily accessible via Freeway, Newly developed section of Tonkin Highway or South West Highway. Trish and Mike Cabassi enjoy people visiting their farm and their Dexters. |
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Billabong Xander The Great |
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Trish Cabassi has personally maintains a high voluntary commitment to Dexter Cattle in Australia being the first Chairperson of Dexter Group of W.A., as a previous Vice President as past President of Dexter Cattle Australia Inc and currently secretary of Dexter Group of W.A.. Over many years the Cabassi and Willis Families have enjoyed contributing to the promotion and future of Dexter Cattle in Australia. |
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Dexters are naturally inquisitive and our Border Collie, Magic, is kept on her toes |
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Selectively choosing sires for Billabong females has meant a rapid improvement in the quality of their Dexter Cattle and greatly influenced the quality of Dexter Cattle in Western Australia. Their continued success in the Show Ring is a fair testament to their achievement. |
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Five year old, Ben, can lead and enjoy Billabong Zwazoo feeling comfortable and at ease. |
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Billabong Xander The Great |
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Alex showing his competence at 2007 WA Youth Cattle Handlers Camp with Dexter Heifer Aurora |
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At the 2006 Perth Royal Show Billabong shone once again. That year their team included two Dexter cross Limousin Steers who both delighted the Dexter World and shocked the Beef Cattle World in winning major Championships. One won Champion Lightweight and top sale price of $2800 and the other won Grand Champion Carcase with 98 out of 100 points from 197 entries. The winning carcase was sired by Billabong Xander The Great (now deceased). The picture on right is the Champion Lightweight led on the hoof. |
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The Dexter Army 2006 Perth Royal
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Billabong Zorba won Supreme Exhibit and Specialty Breed Interbreed at 2006 Perth Royal Show |
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Daniel and Alex won 2006 Perth Royal Pair of Dexter Heifers with Billabong Aeris and Ally McMoo |
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DEXTERS ARE GREAT LAWNMOWERS. THEY FERTILISE AS THEY GO! |