From Big Potato to Big Star: Celebrating 30 Years of Babe and Robertson's Iconic Landscape

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Babe, the beloved movie that captured the hearts of audiences around the world—and put Robertson’s lush green pastures on the map. But what many don't know, according to the local business chamber, is when Babe was released, Robertson wasn't allowed to promote itself as the film's location.  For 30 years, the town quietly held its connection to the movie, unable to publicly stake its claim as the home of Babe.

Now, three decades later, with the permission of the film's production company, Kennedy Miller, Robertson is finally able to celebrate its starring role.  To mark the occasion, Robertson’s iconic Big Potato has undergone a delightful transformation, taking on the form of Babe himself. It’s a fun and fitting tribute to a movie that not only showcased the charm of rural life but also highlighted the beauty of our region’s rolling hills and fertile land.  Special congratulations should go to mural artist, Sam Hall who dedicated four days last week to transforming our Big Spud.

What makes this anniversary even more special for us at Clavering Hill is our close connection to Babe. One of our neighbouring farms was used as a filming location for the movie. Every time we look across our south paddock, we’re reminded that these same green pastures were once the backdrop for a story about harmony between animals and the land.

When Babe was filmed, it showcased a landscape that was visually stunning. At Clavering Hill, we’re proud to continue that legacy—only now, we’re doing it with a focus on regenerative farming practices that ensure this beautiful land remains healthy for generations to come.

While Babe brought the magic of farm life to the big screen, our work at Clavering Hill ensures that the beauty of this landscape is more than just movie magic. Our commitment to regenerative agriculture means that the same green hills that made Robertson famous remain healthy and productive today.

Seeing the Big Potato transformed into Babe is a reminder that Robertson’s agricultural heritage is worth celebrating.