Many breeds carrying unique genetic potential are currently in small numbers across the world and the opportunity to import via South Africa over the last 12 years has led to nucleus breeding groups of a range of breeds being established in Australia.  Most of these sheep breeds are  indigenous to South Africa while others have been developed using South African breeds. Several remnant British breeds are also on the endangered list and being preserved by small team of dedicated breeders in Australia.

Several groups of special interest sheep types are also kept for display and educational purposes.

Some of the breeding units will remain at the Parilla property while the Canterbury Park Farm undergoes further development.