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November 2011 edition of the Newsletter of the South Australian Region of the Australian Alpaca AssociationTRANSCRIPT
THE MAGAZINE
NOVEMBER 2011
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN REGION OF THE AUSTRALIAN ALPACA ASSOCIATION LTD
ISSUE 67
The Inaugural
SOMADALE
JUNIOR HANDLER
Trophy Winners
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Page 3 NOVEMBER 2011
Inside this issue:
Cover Photo:-
The Inaugural Winners of
the Somadale Trophy
ELOUISE CONROY
BRADLEY DALTON
A word or two from the Editors,
Hi there!
Gee whizz, cant believe that the November 2011 issue editors words are being written already! Time sure flies!! Spring cria are appearing and the shearing is well under way. Before we know it October 2012 will be here and the National Show will be upon us. What exciting times—and South Auzzie region has the chance to show the rest of Australia, and for that matter, the world, how to conduct a very successful show, again. We did just that in 2009, so with the full co-operation of all our members, there is no reason that 2012 shouldn't be bigger and better! Some show results have not been printed in the issue —hopefully they will be available and in the correct format for the February magazine. The winners of the Somadale Trophy are very deservedly featured on our front cover of this issue. The children are our breeders of the future and must be encouraged in every way possible way. Thanks must go to Derrick and Cynthia Hall of Somadale Alpacas for not only seeing the need for such a perpetual trophy, but also for putting it in place for our juniors. Many thanks to Natasha Clark for the interesting articles printed in this issue. It is very difficult to find original articles so should you be contemplating putting pen to paper to write an alpaca article, we would be very happy to hear from you. Please forgive me for this issue being a week late in release, my Tafe studies are now completed and the last assignment is done and submitted. Thanks for your patience. Wishing you all a very happy festive season and a safe and successful New Year and see you all at Mt Pleasant in March! That’s all for now. Your editors, Rhonda and Sharon.
All members are invited to submit photographs for use on the cover
and in the newsletter
President’s Report 4
SA Region Calendar 5
National show and sale report 5
Animal Health article 6
Clare Show results 9
Cutting Toenails 11
Future Events 12
R.A.S. Show report 17
SA Region R.A.S. stand 19
Advertising Rates 25
Regional Committee 26
Merchandise 27
OUR PRESIDENT’S REPORT
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What a busy time we have had over the last few months. Our regional shows have come and gone and
we are all now in the throes of shearing.
Many thanks to our convenors for the time and effort they put into preparing their shows.
Colour Classic again drew entries from intestate and went well; Ron Reid enjoyed his time judging
and said how much he always enjoys coming over to South Australia.
With a lot of help from a lot of members the Trade Stand at the Royal Show looked a treat, many
thanks to those of you who manned the stand through the 10 days of the show. Our thanks must go
Ruth and Steve Goodwill from Haylilla Alpacas who kindly made and donated a fleece display
cabinet. The fleeces looked great inside. The alpaca show went well and Rick Hodgson was well
received as the judge and many of you had chance to speak with Jenny McAuliffe our national
president. The new arrangements for leaving the showground on Monday afternoon worked well with
minimum delays.
Strathalbyn Show continues to go from strength to strength with increasing numbers. Nerida Aldred
had her work cut out getting through the number of animals before dark! I think we are all getting
used to watching the rest of the showgrounds pack up around us while the animals are still being
judged in the ring. I think we would miss this happening now.
Clare Show saw a new face judging, by no means in experience just new to our state. Pam Baxter
enjoyed her time judging the show and was well received by those members taking part. This show
saw Sue and Trevor from Adaminca Alpacas becoming one of the few breeders in the state to take out
not only Grand Champion Huacaya but Grand Champion Suri in the same show.
Next year will see some different convenors for our shows starting with Mount Pleasant in March
and again at Strathalbyn. Please spare a thought for them as they embark on their new venture.
The National Show and Sale Committee are now in full swing with their plans for the next year. The
recent announcement of judges for the show went down well at this year’s National. For the Halter
Show subject to approval at the next board meeting, we have Natasha Clark and Peter Kennedy and
for Fleece Paul Garland from New Zealand.
The SA Region tender has gone in for the 2013 National Conference and we wait to hear the outcome
from the next Council meeting. Susan Haese has put together a well-structured program.
The Fleece Collections continue and it is nice to see our bales ready to go off to auction. The last
workshop saw more members join with 3 of those adding fleeces to the bales.
We have 2 workshops planned one for new breeders in March and another in May for those of you
who want to start showing animals, fleeces or both. These are not solely for those who are new, it is
always useful to attend, and quite often you will learn something new.
The Saturday Night Dinner at the National Show and Sale saw the 1st presentation of the AAA
Certificate of Achievement Award. This award will be given out annually and has two sections. The
first being a certificate nominated by the board and the second nominated by the regional committee.
This year’s nomination from South Australia was for a couple that relentlessly for nigh on 20 years
have contributed a vast amount of their time to this region. Between them they have served on the
regional committee and held most, if not all, of its executive roles. They have convened a National
Conference, a National Halter Show (which they will be doing again next year) and Mount Pleasant
Show for the past 15yrs, have sat on the Showing and Judging Panel and have contributed greatly to
the region in so many ways. I am sure you will agree that Jolyon and Kerry
Porter were well deserving of this award.
It’s been a busy year and next year is shaping up to be just as full, we’re
always open to new suggestions though. If you have any ideas for things we
can do to raise the profile of Alpaca ownership in the state, drop us an email
or pick up the phone we’re waiting to hear from you.
Your President,
Sarah
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CALENDAR March 2012 Mt Pleasant Show
31 March 2012 New Breeder Workshop
19 May 2012 Showing Workshop
7 - 8 September 2012 Royal Adelaide Show - animal and fleece judging
1 October 2012 Strathalbyn show
20 October 2012 Clare Show
26—28 October 2012 National Show and Sale
SA REGION WEBSITE
SA Region has their own website which is free to members to use.
It can be found at www.aaasa.com.au To access the members section, you will need a username and password.
For this you will need to contact Sharon Warland at [email protected]
When requesting your password, please send me your herd code (eg: Waradene is JSW).
The members section will have a lot of information not normally available to the public.
The National Show and Sale 2012
This year members of the 2012 National Show Committee took off to Sydney to promote next
year’s show here in Adelaide. Kerry Porter and Lee Sadler joined me and the part-time Perry
(in fairness, he was doing a lot of other stuff as well) to man the stand. Not only did we want
to promote the show but we wanted to take the opportunity to find out what members
wanted of their National Show. Our main role was to talk and we certainly did that!
We took with us feedback sheets that were distributed to every member at the show; this
included those running trade sites. Some members chose not to fill the forms in but to talk to
us instead, we did record what was said and over the next couple of weeks we will be
analysing all the comments and suggestions. This will also include the feedback from the
National Newsletter.
The trade stand was received well with many members asking questions about where to stay
and how far accommodation was from the show ground. We were prepared with brochures
and maps.
So how does this help us prepare us for next year’s show? It will highlight areas that
members feel need addressing. I suspect that food will appear high on show participants list
of concerns. As a show committee we will meet and address the issues and hopefully produce
a show that will tick most boxes.
This year’s National Saturday Evening Dinner saw the announcement of next year’s judges.
This was received well by those that attended, with Natasha Clark and Peter Kennedy as
Halter Show Judges and Paul Garland for the Fleece Section.
The countdown has started to Adelaide 2012. Breeders all over the country still talk about
2009 as being one of the very best shows in recent years – we have a lot to live up to!
Sarah Wheeler
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ANIMAL HEALTH by Natasha Clark, Kurrawa Alpacas
How to determine signs of a sick alpaca.
Wouldn't it be great if alpacas had a way of telling us that they are unwell, maybe
make a weird noise, or nip at our stomach when entering their paddock. Well alpacas
may not be that obvious but they do have certain characteristics that tell us that they
are unwell. Some signs are hard to distinguish between normal behaviour, and
others are a dead (no pun intended) give away that there is something wrong.
The more time you spend around alpacas, the easier it is to determine what is normal
every day behaviour and signs of a problem. Alpacas get used to routine, waiting at
the gate in the morning for breakfast, waiting at the gate for dinner, etc. so anything
out of routine, such as not eating at meal times, may need to be investigated.
Alpacas love to sun-bake on a nice sunny day by lying stretched out on their side.
This is normal behaviour. If an alpaca is lying on their side on a cold day with no
sun, or lying on their side, getting up, lying down again, rolling around, and
generally looking like they cannot get comfortable, further observation might be
needed as they may have colic which is a stomach upset.
Another sign to look out for is lethargic alpacas. If an alpaca allows you to walk up
and handle it when it is usually wild and wants nothing to do with you, then it may
be in need of attention. If an alpaca is constantly sitting down for extended times
during the day is another sign.
Grass seeds are a problem for alpacas. They get into their eyes and ears and can
cause great discomfort for the alpaca. Signs of grass seed problems are watery or
discharging eyes. Further investigate by catching the alpaca, pulling down the lower
lid and inspecting for either grass seeds or eye ulcers which are quite common in
alpacas. If a grass seed is found, carefully remove and treat with eye ointment which
can be purchased from a vet. Eye ulcers can also be treated with the same ointment.
Below is a cria with a grass seed in her eye.
If an alpaca is shaking their head and
maybe an ear down, it could be a sign
of a grass seed in the ear. If this is the
case it is best to consult your vet.
If you come across an alpaca with
behaviour that is out of the ordinary,
the best advice we could give is to call
a vet. Alpacas are too precious to take
a risk with and it's better to be safe
than sorry.
This article is printed with the kind permission of the author
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Suri Classes
Junior Female (6-<12mths) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
1st- Adaminca Glory (Adaminca) 1st- Adaminca Haighs (Adaminca)
2nd- Adaminca Champagne Blonde (Adaminca) 2nd- Marquez Filomena (Marquez)
3rd- Mundawora Gemma (Mundawora) 3rd- Meridian Tianna (Meridian)
Junior Male (6-<12mths) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
1st- Adaminca Amadore (Adaminca) 2nd- Mundawora Grady (Mundawora)
CHAMPION JUNIOR SURI Adaminca Amadore (Adaminca)
RESERVE CHAM-PION Adaminca Morning Glory (Adaminca)
Intermediate Female (12-<18mths) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
No Entries No Entries
Intermediate Male (12-<18mths) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
No Entries 2nd- Meridian B.B. King (Meridian)
CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE & RESERVE N/A
Adult Female (18-<24mths) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
1st- Mundawora Filigree (Mundawora) 2nd- Meridian Danica (Meridian)
2nd- Mundawora Filigree (Mundawora)
Adult Male (18-<24mths) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
No Entries No Entries
CHAMPION ADULT SURI Mundawora Finesse (Mundawora)
RESERVE CHAMPION Mundawora Filigree (Mundawora)
Senior Female (24 mths & over) White/Lt Fawn All Other Colours
No Entries 2nd- Meridian Petrina (Meridian)
CHAMPION SENIOR & RESERVE N/A
GRAND CHAMPION SURI Adaminca Amadore (Adaminca)
Huacaya Classes
Junior Fancy (6-<12mths) Female & Male
1st- Appaloosa Archipelago (Arcadian)
2nd- Appaloosa Movie Star (Arcadian)
3rd- Karlin Gypsy (Karlin)
Intermediate Fancy (12-<18mths) Female & Male
1st- Appaloosa Faux Pas
Adult Fancy (18mths & over) Female & Male
No Entries
BEST FANCY HUACAYA Appaloosa Archipelago
Clare Show Results- Alpacas 2011
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Fleece Collection Days
We are still working on our fleece collection and at this
point in time some 800kg of fleece has been collected and
baled ready for auction. We are continuing with white
fleece at present but our plans are to continue through to
other colours.
With shearing now underway in
the region it may be time to
consider what you are doing with your fleece
this year. We plan to arrange another
workshop in the New Year so make sure you
keep an eye on the website for dates.
For further information contact Rosalie
Brinkworth Tel 08 8524 6805.
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Cutting Toenails
Alpacas need to have their toenails cut at least once a year. The easiest time to cut toenails is
when they are tied down while shearing. Toenails grow at different rates for individual alpacas
and many need their toenails cut every six months. If toenails are left uncut they can grow side-
ways and even curl upwards making them harder to cut in future and may also cause the alpaca
some discomfort.
There are many theories as to the best way to cut
toenails. Some say that if you occupy the alpacas
mind with food you can cut the toenails whilst
the foot is still on the ground. Some say that
holding the foot with force is the wrong method.
Training is another popular method which has
been well mentioned, although when you have a
large herd of alpacas this method is unworkable.
Whatever method you use should be the method
that is suitable for you. It's a matter of trying
what works, if it doesn't, move on to something else. The method of cutting toenails below works
well for us. We have a large herd and don't want to spend a great deal of time for preparation or
effort in cutting toenails.
Tools for cutting toenails.
Foot rot shears work well for cutting toe-
nails, as do straight edge garden shears.
It is a matter of personal preference as to
what tool you use for cutting toenails. The
faster they allow you to cut the better, you
want to be able to cut the toenails quickly
as the longer you are holding the alpacas
foot, the more it will get agitatored.
A minimum of two people will be required
to cut the toenails if the alpaca is not tied
down. The holder, and the cutter. The holder will be responsible for holding the alpaca steady
and not allow it to move around. The best way to hold the alpaca is wrap an arm around the
neck. With the other hand grab an ear tightly and pull the alpaca close to your body. It may be
easier to face the alpaca into a corner so they realise they cannot push forward. You may also
need to push down on the alpacas back with one hand if it tries to rear up.
It may be easier with only one person holding the alpaca at the front so long as the alpaca is
calm and not stressed. Alpacas like to feel as though they are standing balanced and may strug-
gle if it thinks it is going to fall over. If the alpaca does struggle you may need to push it up
against a wall or a solid yard fence or gate (Not wire fencing). If you have a spare person they
can hold the alpaca at the rear end over the rump.
The cutter has the job of taking hold of the feet and cutting the toenail. Personally I hated cut-
ting toenails outside of shearing time. It wasn't until I leant the right technique that I realised
that cutting toenails is quite easy and safe if you take care.
The hardest part about cutting is squeezing the shears to cut the toenail off. Young crias have
very soft toenails making for easy cutting. Some of the older males and females have very hard
toenails making them difficult to cut. The more times the alpaca has its toenails cut, the more it
will be at ease although some alpacas never get used to the idea of having their toe nails cut.
CUTTING TOENAILS by Natasha Clark, Kurrawa Alpacas
Continued on page 15...........
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Show-ring Craft and Fleece Exhibiting Workshop
Saturday 19th May 2012
1pm at Ambersun Alpacas
Come and find out what is involved with showing your animals and fleeces.
Stay on for a BBQ afterwards and a chat.
Page 13 NOVEMBER 2011
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Clare Show Report 2011
Thank you to all who helped set up, & the stewards on the day, & fleece stewards on Friday.
The weather was a bit worrying on Friday as it rained all day, the marquee was getting water laying
at each entrance. The Judge, Pam Baxter, was partly standing in water judging the fleeces for a
short while till we managed to shift tables to the drier area. We all thought we were in for a repeat
of last year. Thankfully, the rain never continued through the night as forecast.
Show day rolled relatively smoothly with Chief Steward, Lea Richens & Gate Steward, Jim
Thompson chasing exhibitors to get the animals to the waiting area. All other stewards were much
appreciated.
A mention to entries. Could all breeders please keep a record of what animals they have entered
instead of ringing me when I am flat out doing paperwork to midnight every night for the month
leading up to the show. The last few years I have had several studs call me to let THEM know what
animals to bring. This is just not good enough.
On a happier note, we had 126 alpacas entered & 44 fleeces, which was a good number considering it
was the same weekend as the National.
Congratulations to all who won ribbons. Well Done.
Congratulations to Adaminca who took out Grand Champion with both Suri & Huacaya.
Thank You for showing at Clare.
Tracey Earl & Derrick Hall
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How Much Toenail to Cut Off
As mentioned before, toenails can be very difficult to cut. It's best left to persons with a strong
grip to be the cutter.
Cutting toenails too much will cause the al-
paca to bleed but don't worry, these nicks tend
to heal very quickly and cause the alpaca little
pain or distress.
How far to cut?
If you could imagine a straight line that ex-
tends along the base of the padding through
the toenail, this would be your guide to how
far to cut the toenails. In wet conditions there
may be mud and dirt stuck up in the toenail.
The inside of the toenail has a gristle type
area called the "quick", which almost runs
along the imaginary cutting line. If you cut too far into the quick it will cause bleeding.
It is a good idea to cut small sections of toenail at a time. You can cut either side if the toenail or
both sides at once. It may take several cuts to take the toenail down to the quick.
Cutting Front Toenails
1. Face the alpaca straight on.
2. Lean down and with one hand pick up
the leg as low down the leg as possible.
Pull the leg up to the alpacas body, not
out to the side. You should have the cut-
ters in the other hand holding them away
from the alpaca. You may need to lean
your shoulder into the alpaca to steady
yourself and the alpaca.
3. Move your hand down the leg until be-
ing able to firmly hold the foot. You will
be able to then push the toes apart with a
finger.
4. Cut toenails swiftly as possible and be careful if the alpaca moves suddenly.
Cutting Rear Toenails
The trick with cutting the rear toenails is to grab the leg and not let go. Some experts say that
you should not hold the foot in a "death grip" but by letting go you may be reassuring the alpaca
that by struggling they can release your grip.
CUTTING TOENAILS ...cont by Natasha Clark, Kurrawa Alpacas
Continued on page 17.......
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Somadale Junior Handler Trophy.
The Somadale Junior Handler Trophy runs for a year covers the Mt Pleasant, Colour Classic,
Strathalbyn and Clare shows. Points are accumulated and the winners are the juniors with
the highest points. There are two age groups 6 to under 11 and 11 to under 15.
The winner in the 6 to under 11 is;
Elouise Conroy with the full 40 points
The winner in the 11 to under 15 is;
Bradley Dalton with 20 points
The trophies were presented to Elouise Conroy and Bradley Dalton at the
Clare show.
Congratulations and well done to both of you we hope you will enter again
next year.
Cynthia and Derrick Hall
Somadale Alpacas
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Riverton S.A.
This will coincide with the ‘Tour Down Under’ weekend in Riverton (leading up to the sprint on Tuesday)
For further information please contact
Tracey Earl
Phone: 08 8847 2017 Mobile: 0417 801151 Email: [email protected]
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The Alpaca Section enjoyed a most successful
2011 Show.
Firstly, congratulations to all participants – exhibitors, stewards, shed staff and everyone who contributed in any way. Thank you, one and
all, for your wonderful efforts and support.
Feedback from exhibitors, stewards and onlookers alike consistently highlighted a well organized, well run event with a great atmosphere and good competition. Suggestions for improvement have been forwarded to RAS for
consideration and implementation.
We were fortunate to have Rick Hodgson as our 2011 judge. Apart from doing an excellent job, his presence as an AAA judge certainly helped
maintain a good atmosphere throughout.
Another highlight was the Junior Handler Section with a large number of spectators impressed by the handling skills and management of alpacas which were not always on their best behaviour. Special thanks to Ambersun Alpacas and Urrbrae Agricultural School for their great support, and to Susan Haese for judging these promising
youngsters.
Repositioning of the fleeces and the open pens around the fleece area were well received with the
recommendation that set up be similar for 2012.
Exhibitors were particularly appreciative of the more diligent security checks and smooth running of departure. Closing off the roadway through to the Alpaca Shed certainly made it
much quicker and safer.
Finally – a special thank you to all exhibitors and congratulations to all prize winners. Your presence, your alpacas and/or fleeces make the Show. Sincere thanks too, to all sponsors (another vital ingredient) for your generosity and support. I urge all SA Region members to consider entering alpacas and/or fleeces in next year’s Royal Adelaide Show and help achieve
our aim of 180–200 alpacas and
60+ fleeces
In summary – a Great 2011 Show.
Thank you to all involved.
Lea Richens
Supervisor - Alpaca Section
2011 Royal Adelaide Show Report
If you have a hold of one leg, the alpaca cannot kick out with the other. Stretching
the leg out to the rear doesn't allow the alpaca to do anything. The alpaca will try
and pull its leg back to a standing position but it will not be able to kick you. Do
not pull the leg out to the side.
1. Stand next to the alpaca, not behind.
2. Lean down and grab the rear leg with one hand as far down as possible. Hold
the shears away from the alpaca.
3. Pick up the leg and stretch it out towards the rear (not side) of the alpaca.
4. Once stretched out, position your hand around the foot, use your leg to steady (see picture above), cut toe-
nails as swiftly, but carefully as possible.
Remember:
Practice make perfect. The more you do, the easier it will become.
If you are uncertain about cutting your alpacas toenails, don't do it. Get a Vet or person familiar with cutting
alpaca toenails to do it.
This article is printed with the kind permission of the author
CUTTING TOENAILS …. cont by Natasha Clark, Kurrawa Alpacas
......Continued on page 18
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SPONSORSHIP 2011 Royal Adelaide Show
A huge thank you to those listed below for your generous support through sponsoring trophies for
the Alpaca Section of the 2011 Royal Adelaide Show.
CRESWICK WOOLLEN MILLS, our major sponsor, generously funding 5 of our trophies
STOCK JOURNAL and DIRECT 2 DOOR, providing valuable vouchers for our Grand Champions
JOTARS ALPACAS, VELIERIS, SOFTFOOT ALPACAS and WARADENE ALPACAS, each
sponsoring 2 trophies
AND
ADAMINCA ALPACAS ALPACAS CHAPARRAL ALPACAS OF DISTINCTION
AMBERSUN ALPACAS BARACHEL ALPACAS COLLEA SPRINGS
LYNEDEN ALPACAS PRADOS ALPACAS SAMARJIM ALPACAS
WYONA ALPACA YACKA RIDGE ALPACAS
ALPACA SALES AND INFORMATION CENTRE each contributing one valued trophy.
And a huge thank you to the AAA - SA Region for funding the trophies for Supreme and Grand
Champions and 12 trophies for Reserve Champions.
Karen Holthouse is sponsorship manager for the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of SA Inc.
Karen coordinates sponsorship for the Alpaca Section, liaising with sponsors, organizing payment
tax invoices, overseeing the purchase and engraving of trophies, and ensuring that all is ready for
judging day. If you would like to help with sponsorship – just one trophy would be great – please
contact Lea Richens on 8842 2344 or Karen Holthouse on 8210 5255 before 30 November. This
timeline enables the process to begin and ensures acknowledgement in the Alpaca Prize Schedule.
The draft Schedule is prepared over the Xmas/January break ready for proofing at the February
Diverse Farming Committee Meeting and goes to print soon after. Please Help if you can.
Wishing all our members,
From the Committee members and Editors
of the SA Region
Page 19 NOVEMBER 2011
AAA Presence at the Royal Adelaide Show
Draped with precious alpaca fibre, cloth and mementos, the AAA stand at the Royal Adelaide Show
was a delight in so many ways. Not only did it display alpaca treasures from more than six alpaca
studs in the region, it was manned by representatives from more than 27 studs. From the stand, the
public were provided many opportunities to witness delightful alpaca images, to see and feel the
luxurious products that can be crafted from our fibre and to learn about the delights of alpaca
farming and husbandry.
There were many who made the AAA stand at the Royal Adelaide Show such a success and our
sincere thanks and appreciation go to those who gave freely of their time and effort, to ensure that
the stand was always attended by someone who would be our advocate and ambassador. In no
particular order, our thanks go to:
Jan Bentley Julianne and Shane Buckley Rosalie Brinkworth Edna Chadwick Michael Conroy Jen and John Duggin Bernadette Dunker Jack Eskenazi Ruth and Steve Goodfellow Susan Haese Jacinta Hartill Anne Marie Harwood Honey Lindner David Mace Steve McNamara Jayne Miller Jolyon and Kerry Porter Judy Roberts Margret and Jim Thompson Greg Scarlet Ben Schmaal Mark Short and Dee Finlay Celia Smith James Wheeler Chris Williams Paul Winslet Jane Wray And anyone else whose name didn’t appear but provided their time.
Our wonderful fleece display cabinet was made by the expert hands of Steve Goodfellow from Haylilla
Alpacas – sincere thanks for sharing your cabinet making skills with the region to ensure we are able
to show case our beautiful fleece.
The TV showed a loop containing over 100 alpaca images, all from members of our region, together
with video footage of alpaca behaviour and husbandry. This was an effective way to catch the
attention of the passing parade and many questions were sparked by the images on the screen.
The stand was adorned with alpaca treasures from the following studs and our thanks is also
extended to them for their generosity:
Ambersun Alpacas
Anfield Park Alpacas
Fleur de Lys Alpacas
Prados Alpacas
Softfoot Alpacas
Somadale Alpacas
As you would remember, there was a call for the donation of stud services for a raffle to say ―thank
you‖ to those who were our ambassadors on the stand. This resulted in a long list of keen stud males,
willing to share their services to the lucky few ... !! Those who worked on the AAA stand at the Show
were each entered in a raffle and three names were drawn from the ―hat‖:
Rosalie Brinkworth
David Mace
Susan Haese
These lucky three have each chosen a stud service from the following selection. (If you would like to
see the credentials of the stud males offered, they will be on the AAA SA website until the end of the
year.)
SA REGION STAND ROYAL ADELAIDE SHOW by LEE SADLER
..........Continued page 20
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Once again our sincere thanks goes to Sarah Wheeler for taking carriage of the idea that had come
from the members at the 2010 AGM. She has again demonstrated a willingness to listen to the mem-
bers and to then harness the necessary resources to bring the ideas into reality. Without her atten-
tion to detail and persistence, the AAA stand would not have been the delightful place from which to
spruik all things alpaca.
While much of the talk on the stand was about alpaca, at times the discussion turned to the purpose
and success of the AAA stand. There have been many suggestions about how to strengthen the mes-
sage and images of the alpaca stand for next year, and we are looking forward to the fruition of these
wonderful suggestions.
In conclusion, sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who made the
AAA stand at the Royal such a success, especially those who gave of their
time to ―man the stand‖ and ensure the public had the opportunity to speak
with a knowledgeable breeder and experience a little of the fun we have
with our beautiful alpacas.
Lee Sadler
EP Cambridge Bolero Black Suri EP Cambridge Cathy and Matthew
Lloyd
Oakbank
Brooklea Ridge Callahan Grey Huacaya Softfoot Alpacas Sandy and Gary
Retalick
Hindmarsh Valley
Arequipa Colin Brown Suri Prados Alpacas Sarah and Perry
Wheeler
Meadows
Cambridge Dealbreaker White Huacaya EP Cambridge Cathy and Matthew
Lloyd
Oakbank
La Granja Florino Grey Huacaya Aloka Holistic Alpacas Julie and Grant
Horsfall
Gumeracha
Ambersun Jag Appaloosa Huacaya Ambersun Alpacas Adrienne Clarke &
Chris Williams
Mount Compass
Alpacaspecialist Legend Med Fawn Huacaya Yaringa and Classic Susan Haese and Jane
Wray
Currency Creek
Fleur de Lys Lord Nelson White Huacaya Fleur de Lys Lee Sadler and Greg
Scarlett
Pages Flat
Prados Puk Dark Brown Huacaya Prados Alpacas Sarah and Perry
Wheeler
Meadows
Blackgate Lodge Sir
Oliver
White Huacaya Glenovis Alpacas Bernadette and Fred
Duncker
Yankalilla
Coonawarra Thunderbolt Black Huacaya Yaringa and Classic Susan Haese and Jane
Wray
Currency Creek
Jolimont Tiberio Greg Huacaya Ambersun and
Haylilla
Adrienne Clarke &
Chris Williams
Ruth and Steve
Goodfellow
Mount Compass
Fine Choice Peruvian
Ultimo
White Huacaya Fine Choice Alpacas Adrienne Clarke &
Chris Williams
Mount Compass
Chaparral Zulu Warrior Black Huacaya Chaparral Alpacas Dee Finlay and Mark
Short
Minlaton
SA REGION STAND ROYAL ADELAIDE SHOW ...cont. by LEE SADLER
Page 21 NOVEMBER 2011
Junior Female (6-<12mths) White Junior Male (6-<12mths) White
1st- Fleur De Lys Nahema (Fleur De Lys) 1st- Ambersun Ring Master (Ambersun)
2nd- Lewiston Cassia (Lewiston) 2nd- Fleur De Lys Cadabra (Fleur De Lys)
3rd- Buckley Estate Isabella (Buckley Estate) 3rd- Adaminca Mobi (Adaminca)
Junior Female Light Fawn
4th- Triple G Jericho (Triple G)
1st- Waradene Brave Delish ET (Waradene) Junior Male Light Fawn
2nd- Chaparral Chardonnay (Haylilla) 1st- Arcady Toowoomba ( Arcadian)
3rd- Chaparral Tequini Haylilla
2nd- Karlin Gigalo (Karlin)
Junior Female Med/Dark Fawn
Junior Male Med/Dark Fawn
1st- Schutata Park Columbine (Schutara Park) 1st- Haylilla Leo (Haylilla)
2nd- Daltondale Latoya (Daltondale) 2nd- Lewiston Bailey (Lewiston)
3rd- Jolimont Kalasia (Haylilla)
Junior Male Brown
Junior Female Brown
1st- Haylilla Brunato (Haylilla)
No Entries 2nd- Buckley Estate Shamrock (Buckley Estate)
Junior Female Grey/Roan Junior Male Grey/Roan
1st- Waradene Brave Pandora (Waradene) 1st- Arcady Saltimbanco (Arcadian)
2nd- Karlin Grace Kelly (Karlin)
Junior Male Black
3rd- Jotars Florencia (Jotars) 1st- Marquez Gabriel (Marquez)
Junior Female Black 2nd- Marquez Geraldo (Marquez)
1st- Waradene Vulcan Iavent (Waradene) 3rd- Meridian Marlow (Meridian)
2nd- Haylilla Abra Cadabra (Haylilla) CHAMPION JUNIOR MALE Ambersun Ring Master (Ambersun)
CHAMPION JUNIOR FEMALE Fleur De Lys Nahema (Fleur De Lys) RESERVE CHAMPION Fleur De Lys Cadabra (Fleur De Lys)
RESERVE CHAMPION Waradene Brave Pandora (Waradene)
Clare Show Results- Alpacas 2011
Page 22 Read and Breed
Clare Show Results- Alpacas 2011
Intermediate Female (12-<18mths) White
Intermediate Male (12-<18mths) White
1st- Buckley Estate Amelia (Buckley Estate) 1st- Fleur De Lys Sonic (Fleur De Lys)
2nd- Samarjim Marille (Samarjim) 2nd- Ambersun Blizzard (Ambersun)
Intermediate Female Light Fawn
3rd- Schutara Park Sweeny Todd (Schutara Park)
No Entries
Intermediate Male Light Fawn
Intermediate Female Med/Dark Fawn No Entries
1st- Waradene Comm Deisha ET (Waradene) Intermediate Male Med/Dark Fawn
2nd- Yacka Ridge Faylie (Yacka Ridge) No Entries
Intermediate Female Brown Intermediate Male Brown
1st- Stansbury's H4 Kelsey (Stansbury) 2nd- Lewiston Dancing Duke Presley
2nd- Lomavista Mika (Lomavista)
Intermediate Male Grey/Roan
3rd- Samarjim Bellos (Samarjim) 1st- Kilberin Lightning Ridge (Kilberin)
Intermediate Female Grey/Roan 2nd- Waradene Kodiak (Waradene)
No Entries Intermediate Male Black
Intermediate Female Black No Entries
No Entries
CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE FEMALE Stansbury's H4 Kelsey (Stansbury)
CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE MALE Fleur De Lys Sonic (Fleur De Lys)
RESERVE CHAMPION Lomavista Mika (Lomavista)
RESERVE CHAMPION Ambersun Blizzard (Ambersun)
Adult Female (18-<30mths) White Adult Male (18-<30mths) White
1st- Fleur De Lys Nefertiti (Fleur De Lys) 1st- Softfoot Kakadu (Softfoot)
2nd- Waradene Main Attraction ET (Waradene)
2nd- Ambersun Benchmark (Ambersun)
3rd- Somadale Elaina (Somadale) 3rd- Yacka Ridge Ferocity (Yacka Ridge)
Adult Female Light Fawn Adult Male Light Fawn
2nd- Yacka Ridge Emerald (Yacka Ridge) 1st- Ambersun Banderas (Ambersun)
Adult Female Med/Dark Fawn 2nd- Glenovis Kingston (Glenovis)
1st- Somadale Fleur (Somadale)
Adult Male Med/Dark Fawn
2nd- Daltondale Maisie (Daltondale) 1st- Ambersun Custodian (Ambersun)
3rd- Waradene Bellisimo Bettina (Yarilla) 2nd- Arcady Spartan (Arcadian)
Adult Female Brown 3rd- Freelander Teddy (Freelander)
1st- Schutara Park Kahlua (Schutara Park)
Page 23 NOVEMBER 2011
Adult Female Grey/Roan 1st- Alpacaspecialist Keanu (Carlisle)
1st- Lomavista Flying Cloud (Lomavista) 2nd- Waradene Hot Chocolate (Waradene)
Adult Female Black 3rd- Waradene Cochise (yarilla)
1st- Alpacaspecialist Black Nile (Marquez) Adult Male Grey/Roan
2nd- Alpacaspecialist Shilo (Marquez) 1st- Daltondale Rebel (Daltondale)
3rd- Jotars Freya (Jotars) 2nd- Freelander Invictus (Freelander)
CHAMPION ADULT FEMALE Fleur De Lys Nefertiti (Fleur De Lys) 3rd- Karlin Flinders (Karlin)
RESERVE CHAMPION Schutara Park Kahlua (Schutara Park) Adult Male Black
1st- Marquez Fernando (Marquez)
CHAMPION ADULT MALE Ambersun Banderas (Ambersun)
RESERVE CHAMPION Ambersun Custodian (Ambersun)
Senior Female (30mths & over) White Senior Male (30mths & over) White
No Entries 1st- Fleur De Lys Lorimar (Fleur De Lys)
Senior Female Light Fawn 2nd- Blackgate Lodge Sir Oliver (Glenovis)
1st- Stansbury's H3 Peaches (Stansbury) 3rd- Windsong Valley Thorn 2 (Yacka Ridge)
2nd- Yacka Ridge Dimali (Yacka Ridge) Senior Male Light Fawn
Senior Female Med/Dark Fawn 1st- Ambersun Gibraltar (Ambersun)
No Entries 2nd- Leajay Isco (Buckley Park)
Senior Female Brown Senior Male Med/Dark Fawn
No Entries 1st- Nambi Durango (Adaminca)
Senior Female Grey/Roan 2nd- Stansbury's H3 Braveheart (Stansbury)
No Entries 3rd- Daltondale Maverick (Daltondale)
Senior Female Black Senior Male Brown
1st- Anfield Park Octavia (Anfield Park) 1st- Chaparral Altazar (Daltondale)
CHAMPION SENIOR FEMALE Anfield Park Octavia (Anfield Park) 2nd- Stansbury's Wolfgang (Stansbury)
RESERVE CHAMPION Stansbury's H3 Peaches (Stansbury) Senior Male Grey/Roan
1st- Millduck Mercedes (Jotinaddy)
Senior Male Black
1st- Anfield Park Keegan (Anfield Park)
2nd- Anfield Park Lochinvar (Anfield Park)
3rd- Canchone Vaniteck (Marquez)
CHAMPION SENIOR MALE Nambi Durango (Adaminca)
RESERVE CHAMPION Fleur De Lys Lorimar (Fleur De Lys)
SUPREME CHAMPION HUACAYA Namni Durango (Adaminca)
Adult Male Brown
Clare Show Results- Alpacas 2011
Page 24 Read and Breed
BEST OF COLOUR ALPACA
White - Fleur De Lys Nefertiti (Fleur De Lys) Brown - Stansbury's H4 Kelsey (Stansbury)
Lt.Fawn - Ambersun Banderas (Ambersun) Grey/Roan - Arcady Sultimbanco (Arcadian)
Med/Dk Fawn - Nambi Durango (Adaminca) Black - Anfield Park Octavia (Anfield Park)
SIRE'S PROGENY Anfield Park Heskey (Anfield Park) (Black)
Junior Handlers 6-<11 years 1st- Elouise Conroy
FLEECES
CHAMPION SURI CHAMPION HUACAYA
Mundawora Cochise (Mundawora) Ambersun Destinction ET (Ambersun)
RESERVE CHAMPION SURI RESERVE CHAMPION HUACAYA
Adaminca Sydney (Adaminca) Softfoot Chaconne (Softfoot)
2012 NATIONAL SHOW AND SALE
IS COMING TO ADELAIDE OCTOBER 26—28 2012
IN THE WAYVILLE PAVILLION AT THE ADELAIDE SHOW GROUNDS
AND WE NEED YOU
THIS SHOW WILL NOT HAPPEN WITHOUT VOLUNTEERS,
SO PLEASE PUT UP YOUR HAND TO HELP AND SUPPORT
OUR NATIONAL COMMITTEE IN MAKING THIS THE MOST
SUCCESSFUL NATIONAL SHOW YET!
Clare Show Results- Alpacas 2011
READ AND BREED—OUR REGIONAL MAGAZINE
Page 25 NOVEMBER 2011
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SOUTH AUSTRALIAN REGIONAL COMMITTEE
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Visit our regional web site for up to date news and information.
Website: www.aaasa.com.au
Executive Members
Committee Members
Other Representatives
President Sarah Wheeler
8388 3051
0434 982760
Vice-President Derrick Hall
8389 3269
Secretary Sue Drogemuller
08 8188 0027
Treasurer Wendy Jones
8535 88280
0415 250588
Greg Scarlet
08 8556 1377
Rosalie Brinkworth 8524 6805
Jo O’Connor
8564 1384
Certified Males Directory Susan Haese 8555 4163
Fleece Liaison Officer Derrick Hall 8389 3269
Jodie Christian Memorial Trophy Celia Smith 8388 2668
Merchandise Susan Haese 8555 4163
Name Badges Margaret and Jim Thompson 8278 2927
Website Perry Wheeler 8388 3051
Publicity Officer
Page 27 NOVEMBER 2011
Located: Shop 1/327 Hampstead Rd Northfield.
Welcome to our shop and website to see, experience & enjoy the amazing world
of meat.
Most of you will know us as Waradene Alpacas.
John and Sharon, together with Norman (Sharon’s brother) and Tammy have
purchased Hampstead Quality Meat on Hampstead Rd Northfield.
With over 21 years of butchery experience, you can be rest assured the meat (&
seafood) you purchase from us is the best around.
We take phone orders and organise meat for BBQ functions, parties and the
like. We also have meat trays for sporting and social clubs available as fund
raisers.
―Come in and see us at the shop sometime.‖
We welcome you to join our Loyalty and Xmas clubs. Xmas orders are being
taken up until 10th December for guaranteed supply; but there will be hams
and seafood on hand for the ones that need it in a hurry.
From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a safe and
Happy New Year.
John & Sharon Warland and Family from Waradene Alpacas
John, Sharon, Norman and Tammy from Hampstead Quality Meat
Phone/Fax 82623140
www.hampsteadbutcher.com.au
Under new Ownership