About Us

Wise Farm Equipment - servicing the Bordertown, Naracoorte, Mount. Gambier, SA, and Western Victoria 

Harold and Joy Wise began their journey in 1981, trading as Wise & Mitchell Machinery after acquiring the business from the Ballinger family, one of the original New Holland Dealers in Australia, based in the small township of Wolseley, S.A.

In 1988, Harold and Joy Wise bought out their partners and rebranded the business as Wise Farm Equipment Pty Ltd. That same year, Grant Wise joined the company, eventually becoming Director in 2000, with his wife Nicole joining as a Director in 2011.

In July 2003, the business relocated to a new premises at Lot 61 Dukes Highway, Bordertown. By 2006, the Ford franchise was added, expanding the business to include the sale and service of new and used vehicles. This expansion required additional yard work and building extensions to accommodate a new Vehicle Workshop, Ag Workshop, and storage shed.

Over the following years, Wise Farm Equipment has expanded its marketing area and added several reputable franchises to meet local needs. In October 2014, the company incorporated the Isuzu UTE franchise.

Grant and Nicole became sole directors in 2022. That year, they seized the opportunity to purchase a new site opposite the main dealership on Ramsay Terrace. This site, equipped with pre-existing storage sheds, offices, and a yard, was renovated to store larger parts and upgraded to include a training room and offices.

In July 2023, Willy Dreckow, Kane Cuthbertson, and Tim Ballinger became joint shareholders, joining Grant and Nicole. Willy, an experienced technician with over 20 years at Wise Farm Equipment, focuses on Precision Ag. Kane, who started as a vehicle salesman in 2009, advanced to Business Manager. Tim, with over 16 years in the agricultural industry, began as a Spare Parts Interpreter and joined Wise Farm Equipment in 2017, now serving as Sales Manager.

In March 2025, Wise Farm Equipment divested its vehicle franchises and acquired Case IH dealers Hage Tractors & Implements Pty Ltd, with branches in Naracoorte and Mount Gambier. The Bordertown dealership will continue to sell the New Holland brand exclusively, while the new locations will continue to offer the Case IH brand.

This strategic acquisition aims to strengthen Wise Farm Equipment's position as a leading agricultural machinery supplier in South-East South Australia and Western Victoria. It provides customers with more options and locations, while offering staff enhanced growth and development opportunities.

Wise Farm Equipment is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and values its dedicated team. From a modest start in Wolseley with a handful of employees, the company now proudly employs nearly 50 staff across three branches.

VISION

Our vision is to be the trusted agricultural equipment dealer of choice in our region, renowned for delivering prompt, efficient, and high-quality service. We aim to exceed expectations by fostering lasting relationships, supporting the success of our customers, and consistently raising the standard of excellence in everything we do.