News - 2012 Year of The Farmer
On 12th October 2011, Sydney saw the launch of 2012, being named "Year of the Farmer". Coolaroo are exceptionally proud to be a part of this launch, representing the Australian Alpaca Association, joining the Governor General, Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC, which was attended by dozens of dignitaries and invited guests.
Two of our male alpacas (CH Coolaroo Bravissimo & CH Coolaroo Wilbathara Rising ET) were showcased at the event in representing Alpaca Farming, an emerging farming industry that continues to experience phenomenal growth around the country. Proud to be an active part of this initiative and the farming community generally, particularly as alpacas are fast becoming a very real alternative to traditional sheep and cattle farming, and there is even a developing quality meats market for this unique and versatile animal.
Photo: Jock Laurie - President of the National Farmers Federation, Andrew Forrest. - Ambassador for Year of the Farmer, and Janie Hicks-Forrest - Principal of Coolaroo.
Photo credit: Alice Slazak
National Alpaca Week - May 2012 More info
How to get there
'Getting Started' - Our ever popular workshops are held through-out the year. Dates are still to be allocated, but one-on-one mini workshops are always available. Please contact us, so we can keep you up to date should you wish to join us for a workshop.
BREEDING ALPACAS for the 21st Century View PDF
SUMMER 2011 Health Alert View PDF
2011 New Sires:
Back to back National Champion Windsong Valley Iceman has arrived at Coolaroo, joining another famous and recent addition Regal House Mr. Darcy, (co-owned with Regal House and Signature Alpacas).
VIEW OUR RECENT CHAMPIONS FOR 2011 - CAMDEN & SYDNEY ROYAL
13th - 16th October - The 18th Australian Alpaca Association National Show
See under Consultancy and Workshops for upcoming Seminars and Sales 2011
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