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InSight Peru is an initiative of the Australian Alpaca Association, in partnership with Quechua Benefit, and with the generous support of the South Nowra Rotary Club, Nowra Private Hospital, and the Shoalhaven Medical Association.
Support and view more information at www.insightperu.org
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The region has bought 3000 fleece bags, clear plastic 810 mm X 540 mm. Perfect for your next shearing day.
They come in a box of 500 or bundle’s of 100 and are $0.32 each plus postage.
Please contact Ken Wray for orders and any further information.
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Thanks to everyone that entered the Charles Ledger Raffle, the following are the lucky winners of some great prizes.
K.G Hollingsworth – HP Laptop
J Smith – Bar Fridge
C Cook – $500 Vet Voucher
K.G Hollingsworth – $100 Camelid Health Supplies
Ian Frith – Car First Aid Kit
Regal House – Car First Aid Kit
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Congratulations to our Charles Ledger Supreme winners
Supreme Champion Huacaya
Cedar House Bojangles
Cedar House Alpaca Stud
Supreme Champion Suri
Elysion Leilani
Elysion Alpacas
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On the 18th June the region conducted a new breeder’s seminar. The seminar was held at the property of K & A Wray and was attended by 12 people who were a mixture of existing and potential breeders. Five others were to attend but were forced to cancel.
The intention of the day was to introduce potential breeders to the joys of alpaca breeding and explain the basics of what is involved. A list of the topics covered and the speakers is listed below:
| Introduction | Elaine Buckman |
| An outline of the Alpaca Industry | Ian Davison |
| Why be an Alpaca Owner | Ian Davison |
| Where to Begin with Alpacas | Wendy Billington |
| Setting Up a Farm for Alpacas | Ken Wray |
| Feeding Alpacas | Ken Wray |
| Alpaca Husbandry | Naomi Jut |
| Where to Buy Alpaca | Ian Frith |
| Alpaca Health | Libby Garner |
| Showing | Wendy Billington |
| Fleeces | Ian Proctor |
| Where to Get Help | Ken Wray |
It was a full on day with a balance between theory and practical demonstrations. The papers were collected and given to the participants for reference.
Despite a very strong and cold westerly wind, the day seem to be a success and will provide a basis for future seminars.
My thanks go to all the speakers and to Christine Talbot who arranged the printing of the papers.
Ken Wray Convenor
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To Ray Seymour and his family – we extend our love and best wishes and are thinking of you through this tough time. We look forward to seeing you back on deck soon.