OUR HISTORY
Amelia Park was born back in 1957 in Busselton, inspired by the unwavering strength, courage and hard-work of local farmer Amelia Curtis. In everything we do, is the lasting story of Amelia, her pioneering spirit and invaluable contributions to the Busselton region.
Over 60 years ago when Vern and Jean Walsh (who created meat processing group V&V Walsh) were a young couple, they befriended Amelia. Then in her mid-70s, Amelia was a tall, gentle woman of great dignity and strength, who lived at historic Inlet Park in Busselton. As a pioneer of the Busselton region, Amelia was a third-generation descendant of hard-working settlers who arrived in the Swan River Colony in the 1830s.
Even in her mid-70s, Amelia single-handedly managed the family farm. This showcased her remarkable determination as she raised cattle, ran a dairy, and sold the produce, butter and cheese, and fruit from the orchard.
In the small world of farming, Amelia first leased land to Vern Walsh, for pasturing cattle and later sold him the Yuligugilup property over the road from her homestead for £10,000.
When Vern and Jean later bought another beef property in the area, they named it Amelia Park in tribute to this courageous woman. Although they have both since passed, the property is still called Amelia Park and in the 1990s the Walsh family decided to use the affectionate name to brand Amelia Park lamb and beef in her honour.
Today, on these lush, local Busselton pastures, we continue that legacy. We set ourselves great expectations to provide the very best of the region: the very best lamb and beef; the very best people and relationships; and the very best facilities and practices – all expectations we continue to strive to live up to today.
To live up to our consistent quality, and to ensure consumers are indeed dining with WA’s best, we carefully select from the best farms in the region – long-standing trusted relationships, so you know without a doubt you are serving up the region’s absolute best, every time.
As leaders of the WA lamb and beef industry, we work together to create the horizon; we build on our trusted experience of the past and collaborate closely to inspire, nurture and innovate for the future.
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By staying true to our family-founded beginnings, we value our people, community, animals and land, ensuring they remain healthy and viable for future generations. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact, implementing sustainable packaging and processes to ensure a sustainable future.