About Our Association

The Australian Lowline Cattle Association (ALCA) is a cattle breed society. The Association was formed in 1992 with the foundation of the breed.

ALCA is a member association incorporated under NSW legislation, managed by a Council of elected members and supported by a Secretariat.

The roles of ALCA include:

  • Australian Lowline cattle registration
  • membership administration
  • promotion of the breed and the Association
  • a secretariat for member and industry contact
  • promotion of Certified Lowline Beef (CLB) and CLB producers
  • communication and information services in support of the other functions
  • preservation of breed history and data.

Matt Cooney ALCA President

Twelve years ago, as a wide-eyed 13-year-old discovering the Australian Lowline breed for the first time, I never imagined that I would one day have the honor of serving as President of the Australian Lowline Cattle Association. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity to lead and serve the association on behalf of all members.

Australian Lowlines are more than just cattle to me—they are my life. What started as a passion has become my full-time pursuit, driving me to leave my career in the telecommunications industry to dedicate myself wholeheartedly to this extraordinary breed. Today, I manage a thriving Stud Herd and enjoy expanding the presence of Australian Lowlines locally and overseas.

Beyond my devotion to the breed, I am equally passionate about fostering growth and development within our community. Leading a dynamic and talented ALCA Council is an immense privilege, and I am inspired by the collective expertise and enthusiasm of the council both past and present.

0409 388 435

ALCA Council Members 2024/2025

President: Matt Cooney (Vic) Mobile: 0409 388 435  Email: mattcooney98@gmail.com

Vice President: Peter Long (NSW) Mobile:                     Email:peter@rurallawyer.com.au

Treasurer: Danielle Wood (NSW) Mobile: 0447 198 860  Email: daniellemirvin@gmail.com

Secretary: Jacqui Feagan (Vic) Mobile: 0409 384 077  Email: rfeagan.dbms@bigpond.com

Councillors:

Justin Clarke (QLD) Mobile: 0422 895 663  Email:  justinandpeta@gmail.com

Jessica Muscat (NSW) Mobile: 0422 265 879  Email:  muscateervalley.auslowlines@hotmail.com

David Garner (NSW) Mobile: 0401 034 766  Email:  david@applegarthheritagefarm.com

Mark Gray (NSW) Mobile: 0412 728 299 Email: m.v.gray3003@gmail.com

ALCA Life Members

Life membership of the Association has been given to members as acknowledgement for their contributions to the breed.

Ian Pullar, Brambletye Stud

Andrew Ristrom, Elandra Park Stud

Tammy Breuer, Allambie Stud

Des Owens, Mugga Stud

Peter & Jeanette Stebbins, Ardrossan Stud

Julie & Greg Knight, Wanamara Stud

Philip & Kay Worthington, Woolstone Park Stud

Foundation Members

When ALCA was formed in 1992, the first 25 members of the Association were named as Foundation members of the breed. Many of these stud names can be found in the pedigrees of today.

For the full story, the heritage and the history of both the Lowline breed and the Association purchase the book, AUSTRALIAN LOWLINE

Service Provider

For all association services, the association has engaged Genetic Hub. Please contact Genetic Hub for all member, animal and registration related enquiries. Phone: 02 6933 1214 or Email: office@genetichub.com.au

Forms & Downloads

Below are the necessary forms and documentation required by ALCA to manage your registered animals with the association.  Instructions and forms to assist you with the required genetic tests (DNA/SNP, Parent Verification & Coat Colour testing, if required) for the recording, registration and maintenance of your herd is also supplied. This includes forms and information needed...


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THE-ASSOCIATION

The Association Documents

The ALCA Constitution ALCA Drug Policy ALCA Privacy Policy By-Laws of the Association ALCA Strategic Plan


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Journals

   


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NEWSLETTERS

Newsletters

ALCA NEWSLETTER WINTER 2025 NZLB Newsletter Number 2 10.7.25 NEWSLETTER AUTUMN 2025 V4 NZLB-Newsletter-No-1 27.4.25 ALCA Newsletter Jan,Feb & March 2024 2023 Newsletters – Table of Contents October/November/December July/August/September April/May/June February/March January 2022 Newsletters – Table of Contents September/October/November June/July/August March/April/May January/February 2021 Newsletters – Table of Contents December October/November July/August/September May/June March/April January/February 2020...


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LINKS

Links

Whether you are new to cattle or are an ‘old hand’ at farming, there will always be something you need to find out about concerning animal husbandry, farming practices, shows, state regulations, or the beef industry. Below are suggested links to help find those answers. Lowline Cattle New Zealand Facebook page Australian Lowline Cattle of...


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