A giant of the breed: Hereford world bids farewell to Ian Manson
25/05/2026
Renowned Victorian Hereford breeder Ian Manson has died at the age of 92. The industry stalwart, who founded Wanrua Poll Herefords at Newry in 1954 and led the stud for mor...
Vale Ian Manson
03/05/2026
We’re very saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Dad, Pops, and Founder, Ian Manson. Ian founded Wanrua Poll Herefords in 1954 and led the stud for more...
2026 Annual Bull Sale
03/05/2026
A fantastic result for Wanrua Poll Herefords, with 18 of 21 bulls sold during and following the sale — a result we’re incredibly proud of. A sincere thank you to all bidders ...
2026 Beef Week
16/03/2026
It was a great pleasure to participate in Beef Week 2026. Whilst it has been a challenging summer it was terrific to meet with and great to see so many old friends and colleagues!...
Hereford icon Thea Manson passes after 70 years of passion for the breed
11/05/2025
Hereford icon Thea Manson has passed away after 70 years of passion for the breed. Ms Manson set up the Wanrua Poll Herefords Stud, Newry, in 1954 with husband Ian, and...
Vale Thea Manson
10/05/2025
We’re very saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Mum and Gran, Thea Manson. Thea was by Ian’s side from the beginning of Wanrua Poll Herefords and played ...
Straight off the top shelf to dominate Hereford ring and interbreed
03/12/2024
Andrew Manson, Wanrua Poll Herefords, Newry, Vic, exhibited the junior bull champion, Wanrua Uno U237 which came out of the calf class ... Wanrua also exhibited the best pair of...
Family heritage of innovation, community engagement and a passion for breeding Herefords
01/07/2024
BREEDING cattle and farming for more than 160 years in Victoria's Gippsland region, the Manson family are celebrating a milestone of 70 years of their Wanrua Poll Hereford Stud...
Wanrua Poll Herefords marks 70 years with a bold breeding plan for 2028
23/06/2024
A Victorian Hereford breeder plans to double his stud herd to comprise 500 breeding females within the next four years as Wanrua Poll Herefords celebrates its platinum...
A day to remember for Wanrua Poll Herefords in show-ring at Melbourne
01/12/2023
A seven-decade commitment to the show-ring and two powerful youngsters resulted in a day to remember for the Manson family at the 2023 Royal Melbourne show. See article on...
