Just 83 years young, Burdekin-born-and-raised Cass Arboit’s name is almost synonymous with Burdekin agriculture. Born into a family of Italian immigrants and raised on the family farm, the values of hard work, efficiency, and discipline formed the foundation of everything Cass would become.
Over a farming career spanning more than 50 years, Cass witnessed firsthand the evolution of rural life, from the pre-electricity era of the 1950s to today’s modern operations.
"We only got electricity in 1957, and mobile phones… well, we had to look up the road to our neighbours if you wanted to ring anyone," he recalls. "I still remember using kerosene lamps in the dark!"
Over the following decades, Cass not only farmed cane but also ran a successful agricultural contracting and machinery business, supplying tractors, farm equipment, and vehicles across Queensland. Alongside his professional work, he played an active role in the local community—serving for years as a director of Queensland Cane Growers and as a member and chairman of the Kalamia Cane Growers. He also lent his leadership to other organisations, including the school P&C and the Junior Farmers Organisation, leaving a lasting impact wherever he contributed.
He eventually made the jump into real estate, armed with a wealth of farming and agricultural knowledge that has helped him sell hundreds of properties over almost 20 years. Within the rural sector, Cass’s experience and expertise in soil, irrigation, and crops make him an invaluable resource for both vendors and buyers navigating important decisions about their land and future.
"I know irrigation, I know different waters. I know what soils grow good cane. I think I have an advantage because I've known the farming industry for 50 years," says Cass.
Outside of work, Cass enjoys spending time with family and friends, gardening, and tending his land. A passionate traveller, he has explored more than 20 countries—visiting family in Europe, exploring Brazil’s sunny coastline, or taking cruises—though he always returns to the Burdekin, the place he has proudly called home his entire life.
Within the rural sector, Cass’s experience and expertise in soil, irrigation, and crops make him an invaluable resource for both vendors and buyers navigating important decisions about their land and future. Photo credit: Jacob Casha
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