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Glenburn Station Auction Sunday 17th, 2013

Posted on November 17, 2013 by auravale

We attended the Glenburn Dispersal Sale today and we were delighted to see the highest price paid, was for a 2.5 year old solid white female out of Flowerdale Ardrossan (now jointly owned by Auravale Alpacas and Glen Park Alpacas) … Continue reading →

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2013 Shearing

Posted on November 3, 2013 by auravale

We had the most perfect weather for our shearing this year. Sunny and around 24 degrees. The animals were dry and clean beforehand and loved rolling in the long grass and lazing in the sun afterwards. Thanks to our amazing … Continue reading →

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Seymour Agricultutral Show. Saturday 5th october 2013

Posted on October 6, 2013 by auravale

Melbourne’s weather managed to finally stop raining and there was a light wind and sunshine for most of the day – perfect for the alpaca show!! Approximately 170 alpacas were shown and Auravale again won first prize and Reserve Champion … Continue reading →

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Spring Sale Sunday 27th October 2013

Posted on October 1, 2013 by auravale

Yes it is Spring Sale time again and we have put together a list of alpaca for sale this year. We have breeding females, pets and herd guards available so come and see us on Sunday 27th Oct, open from … Continue reading →

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VER Spectacular Dinner

Posted on July 18, 2013 by auravale

The Victorian Eastern Region Spectacular dinner was held on Saturday 13th July. Many alpaca products and fleeces were on show as well as a photography competition. Auravale Gemima again won first prize in the 6-12 month white fleece! We also … Continue reading →

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Gibberellic Acid – Natural Plant Hormone

Posted on June 28, 2013 by auravale

Gibberellic acid is a naturally occurring plant hormone that is produced in higher quantities in warmer months. During the colder months, its production is low, hence plant growth is slower. The idea behind the application of the hormone is that … Continue reading →

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Alpaca Dentist visits Auravale

Posted on June 18, 2013 by auravale

Earlier this month we had Alison Quagliani from Alpaca Dental Services visit us. We had a couple of alpacas whose teeth seemed long at the front and one who kept placing wads of grass in her cheek pouch. Alison brings … Continue reading →

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Colourama Alpaca Show – April 2013

Posted on April 24, 2013 by auravale

The Colourama Alpaca Show was held at Lardner Park over the weekend of 19-21 st April. Auravale Alpacas were delighted to receive the Supreme Champion White fleece award for Auravale Gemima. We also won the following riibons:- Auravale Fergus – … Continue reading →

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Grace and Herbies ongoing love affair!!

Posted on April 15, 2013 by auravale

From the moment they met, hearts were a flutter – and the adoration for each other continues………

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Autumn Sale – May 5th 2013.

Posted on April 4, 2013 by auravale

The 2013 Auravale Alpaca Autumn Sale will take place on Sunday 5th May, 2013. Auravale Alpacas will be open from 10 am to 4pm. We have a number of alpacas for sales, males and females of all ages and colours. … Continue reading →

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