Continuing on from the solid foundations that have been firmly established since 1976, the JM Ellis team now consists of Jack Hickey, Michael McMeel, Sandy Robinson, Henry Bensch & Maggie Dundon, who each bring unique skills and experience to the team, three of which are second-generation livestock agents.
Our aim at JM Ellis is to obtain optimum prices for clients whilst maintaining an excellence in consistent service. We can provide information to our clients on price, trends and indicators – all factors influencing the market. At JM Ellis we build long term relationships which allow us to provide personalised, clear and considered advice in all areas. We believe personal interaction is a crucial part of ensuring the client’s needs.
We take the impact we have on our clients, suppliers, communities and stakeholders seriously. It is our goal to be widely recognised for the way we do business as well as for the services we provide. We consistently strive to maintain the industry standard for ethics and compliance in an ever-changing environment.
After completing VCE in 2013 Mick ventured north to work on the famous Tipperary Station, NT, for 12 months. He gained a diverse amount of knowledge and skills from working on an outback cattle station. Mick returned to the local region to work as a Livestock Agent alongside his father in the livestock industry and family farm. Mick joined the JME team in 2017 and has provided his clients with continued ongoing support which reflects his strong work ethic and knowledge of the rural industry. Mick is an accredited AuctionsPlus Assessor and also holds a Real Estate Sub-agent licence.
Jack commenced his career as a livestock agent in 2011 in Bendigo where his auctioneering expertise commenced. He then returned to the Western District in 2013 working with his father, a livestock agent with decades of experience. Jack joined the JME team in 2016 as an Auctioneer and has further developed his auctioneering skills. In 2017 Jack progressed to the National ALPA Young Auctioneers’ competition and was awarded runner up. Jack has extensive experience with sheep and cattle, has a fine eye for detail and is very committed to providing a professional service to his clients.
