Mohair Australia Limited

June 2006

Mohair Australia Limited A.B.N 40 008 585 135

NEWS SHEETNEWS SHEET INFORMATION THAT MOHAIR PRODUCERS NEED TO KNOW

Long awaited “Going Into Goats” - Best Practice Manual (front cover as above showing photos of all breeds) for the goat industry was launched on 31st May 2006 at the Cassillis property, “Dalkeith” of Ant Martin – (see inside for a report on the launch day and more details.) The function attracted 280 participants who included existing goat producers and a predominance of people who were interested in entering the industry.

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DIVISION/REGION PRESIDENTS (not on the Board above)

MOHAIR AUSTRALIA BOARD MEMBERS Andrew Gossip

Breed Development and Standards Website Co-ordinator

‘Killarney‘ Glenerin Road CROOKWELL NSW 2583

Phone/Fax: (02) 4836 7225 Mobile: 0431 474 554

Email: [email protected]

David Williams Trader

1/81-85 Orrong Cres Caulfield Nth Vic 3161

Phone: (03) 9527 2640 Fax: (03) 9527 6221

Mobile: 0419 352 399 Email: [email protected]

Greg Petersen

Industry Promotion and Communication ‘Glen Vimy Cottage’ River Road

HAHNDORF SA 5245 Phone: (08) 8388 1767


Doug Nicholls President & Government Liaison P O Box 323 BERWICK VIC 3806 Phone/Fax: (03) 9707 1472 (AH)

Fax: (03) 9707 3255 (BH) Mobile: 0417 500 053


Dr Susan Jordan Jnr Vice President/Company Secretary

Lot 75 Berry Road GIDGEGANNUP WA 6083 Phone: (08) 9574 7090 Mobile: 0409 743 968


Graham Dau Breed Development & Standards

P O Box 7338 TOOWOOMBA MAIL CENTRE QLD 4352

Phone: (07) 4630 0250 Fax: (07) 4630 0236

Mobile: 0418 716 670 Email: [email protected]

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QUEENSLAND Division President Graham Dau

SOUTH AUSTRALIA Division President Greg Peterson

TASMANIA Division President Brian Smith

OFFICE CONTACT DETAILS Hours – Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm – Care – Closed Mondays

Mohair Australia Limited P O Box 22, 147 East Street, NARRANDERA NSW 2700

Phone: (02) 6959 2069 Fax: (02) 6959 1817 email: [email protected] website www.mohair.org.au

Tom Harmsworth Education

"Kurburn Park" 163 Horsham Noradjuha Rd

VECTIS VIC 3401 Ph: 03 5381 1321 Fax: 03 5382 1624

Steve Roots

Snr Vice President/Treasurer & Office Administration

P O Box 79 MOLONG NSW 2866 Phone: (02) 6366 9444 Mobile: 0428 378 660


Tim Hamblin Commercial Production

38 Rowbotham St Toowoomba QLD 4350

Ph: 07 4613 6022 Mobile: 0428 910 100

Email [email protected]

Brian Smith Industry Promotion &

Communication Neethorp Angoras

215 Gillingbrook Road FORCETT TAS 7173

Phone: (03) 6233 7053 Fax: (03) 6233 2437

Mobile : 0418 303 875

Western Region Leonie Scott ‘Glenroy’ Loombah Road YEOVAL NSW 2868 Phone: (02) 6846 4178 Email: [email protected] Hunter Region Dave Richards 2234 Glendonbrook Road GRESFORD NSW 2337 Phone: (02) 4938 9583 Fax: (02) 4938 9133 Email: [email protected] South Eastern Ron Harris ‘Currajong Common’ Burragate VIA BEGA NSW 2550 Phone/Fax: (02) 6496 7174 Email: [email protected]

WESTERN AUSTRALIA Division President Juliana Neve “Koorana” Angora Stud PO Box 61 WALKAWAY WA 6528 Phone/Fax 08 9926 1199 Email: [email protected]

VICTORIA Division President Doug Nicholls East Central Region Margaret Nicholls P O Box 323 BERWICK VIC 3806 Phone/Fax: (03) 9707 1472 Gippsland Region North Central Region Doug San Miguel ‘Wildwood Angora Stud’ RSD 2170 Nagambie Road SOUTH HEATHCOTE VIC 3523 Phone: (03) 5433 2930 North East Region Geoff James RMB 3105 Bridge Creek VIA MANSFIELD VIC 3722 Phone: (03) 5776 9585 Western Region Tom Harmsworth

NEW SOUTH WALES Division President Bill Smith ‘Inwood’ Lindsay Road NORTH ROTHBURY NSW 2335 Phone: (02) 4938 7536 Fax: (02) 4938 7555 [email protected] Central Region Doug Stapleton Cudal Mohair Stud ‘Gundamain’ CUDAL NSW 2864 Phone: (02) 6364 2132 Fax: (02) 6364 2323 Email: [email protected] Eastern Region David Payne ‘Bernelea’ Lot 3 Wombeyan Caves Road Mittagong 2575 Phone 02 4878 5555 [email protected] Riverina Region Keith Cowen ‘Yarran Park’ WEETHALLE NSW 2669 Phone: (02) 6975 6239 Email: [email protected]

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South Australia – by Lynne Carter At a recent meeting of the South Australian Division of Mohair Australia Ltd committee which was held at Lynne & Don Carter’s home, our group enjoyed a hot roast lunch followed by a tour of the animals of the Lynndon Grove Stud during a pleasant sunny afternoon . The group browsed the young 9-10 month old buck kids on the farm, catching sight of many of the outstanding young potential sires for next year’s Stud Show and Sale . Greg Petersen & Judy Eustice inspect many of the young boys’ fleeces and commented on the softness and the growth rates of the young sires. Final selection has not as yet taken place but will by October 2006 . We as a group do spend some time in discussing the influence of genetics on the industry and the industry as a whole, but as

Season Close of Receivals Payment Date C06 25th August 13th October D06 3rd November 22 December

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we all have very busy lives we are not able to commit to full-on promotion of the current high prices of mohair to the wider rural community. We do meet on a regular base to discuss current issues of the industry and we enjoy the social interaction with fellow South Australian members of MAL.

Left: - Left to Right Peter Cracknell Greg Peter-sen, Jude Eustice, Abigail Stokes, Elaine Methven, Betty Hendy, Joy Cracknell, and Joy

Right – Greg Petersen, Lynne and Don inspecting a young buck kid.


DESC PRICE NETT MEAN CVD YIELD TOTAL Seed Burr Hard BALES c/kg KGS Diameter Heads AFKID 2670 1268 24.1 28.6 84.4 0.8 0.0 0.8 0.0 7 BFKID 2500 1773 22.9 30.6 82.7 1.3 0.0 1.3 0.0 9 CFKID 1700 764 22.8 31.6 84.3 1.1 0.1 1.0 0.0 4 AKID 1950 514 27.4 28.1 80.9 1.4 0.0 1.4 0.0 3 BKID 2050 351 26.1 28.4 78.8 0.9 0.1 0.8 0.0 2 KID2 1950 378 23.6 30.5 82.6 1.3 0.0 1.3 0.0 2 CKID 550 406 26.1 29.5 81.6 0.7 0.1 0.6 0.0 2 KIDV 1620 772 23.9 32.6 76.8 5.3 2.7 2.5 0.1 4 ASKID 1880 411 29.0 26.6 82.1 1.0 0.0 1.0 0.0 2 BSKID 1860 645 28.5 27.0 82.3 0.9 0.0 0.8 0.1 4 AYG 1540 1526 31.9 27.6 82.8 0.9 0.0 0.9 0.0 8 BYG 1560 3227 31.0 31.6 79.8 0.9 0.0 0.9 0.0 16 YG2 1565 292 28.7 29.6 2 AYGK 1400 261 30.8 33.4 2 CYG 1390 2591 29.3 31.4 81.3 0.9 0.2 0.7 0.0 13 YGV 1200 1201 30.4 33.6 74.6 4.5 2.9 1.5 0.1 6 AFFH 1260 1066 33.8 30.8 79.6 1.1 0.0 1.1 0.0 6 BFFH 1261 3869 33.6 33.0 81.6 1.1 0.0 1.1 0.0 20 CFFH 1230 1688 32.9 32.8 81.8 0.7 0.0 0.7 0.0 9 AFH 1220 1118 33.7 32.0 83.5 0.6 0.1 0.5 0.0 6 BFH 1220 3729 35.4 33.1 81.1 1.0 0.0 1.0 0.0 19 AFHK 1220 1163 33.4 35.0 82.7 1.0 0.0 1.0 0.0 6 BFHK 1195 591 32.9 35.9 83.9 1.3 0.0 1.3 0.0 3 FHKK 10.8 279 33.9 40.7 87.5 0.6 0.1 0.5 0.0 2 CFH 1160 2706 33.7 33.8 81.0 1.0 0.0 1.0 0.0 14 FHV 1053 2701 33.1 33.8 76.6 4.4 2.5 1.9 0.0 14 DFH 1010 221 34.6 36.1 1 AH 1103 841 37.1 32.1 84.5 0.8 0.0 0.8 0.0 4 BH 1090 956 37.4 33.4 82.1 0.7 0.0 0.7 0.0 5 AHK 1048 1391 36.2 34.8 85.5 0.8 0.0 0.8 0.0 7 KKK 794 325 34.1 48.7 2 SCOT 1415 1647 29.4 33.3 81.6 1.5 0.0 1.5 0.0 9 HCOT 690 253 30.7 36.8 2 FLSTN 1260 750 25.5 34.1 81.2 2.3 0.1 2.1 0.1 4 LSTN 973 4031 33.1 36.9 82.0 1.6 0.1 1.5 0.0 21 LSTN* 490 303 32.2 35.1 68.7 10.6 6.8 3.5 0.3 2 HSTN 515 2101 31.7 39.1 70.0 2.6 0.2 2.3 0.1 11 LKS 290 447 3 TOTAL 48556kgs 256 bales

Australian Mohair Marketing Organisation Ltd Sale Report B2006 Auction Sale held 16 June 2006 at Narrandera NSW 48,556kgs Sold 100% clearance Sale average $13.10/kg.

The B2006 sale saw AMMO offer 48,556 kgs by auction & private treaty, achieving a 100% to-tal clearance. The sale was characterised by low dem,and which forced prices back some-what on our previous March sale. Adult prices remain firm however at prices above $10/kg and the overall sale average of $13.10/kg was down only $1.97 on our previous sale Demand at the finer end of the market was down and buyers were blaming the fall and then rise of the Australian dollar, low demand internationally, the end of the financial year and the European summer season and holidays. It was however, pleasing to see a 100% clearance once again in a depressed market.


• Superior Venue • The more appropriate time of the year- after kidding and before harvest,

means no more excuses! • The vast amount of positive media for the industry and mohair prices

throughout the year nationally means industry growth • Best practice manual “Going into Goats “ - first hand discussions • You need to keep up with the best the studs can offer to improve your herd • Buying your bucks early will allow them acclimatize before joining • Catch up with other producers, past and present in a social environment • Celebrate the progress of the industry and support it’s growth by purchasing

mohair products for Christmas presents. • Your chance to attend the Annual General Meeting, meet the directors and

have your say.

2006 Annual General Meeting

and Industry ‘Showcase’

It’s at Narrandera again !

BY POPULAR REQUEST FROM THOSE

WHO ATTENDED LAST YEAR, AND THOSE WHO WANTED TO ATTEND

BUT COULD NOT !

The Annual General meeting will once again be held in Narrandera in conjunction

with a day of Industry related events to showcase our wonderful industry to the

public.

WHY YOU SHOULD BE THERE

• Your Stud should be

represented to allow potential, new and established producers and angora breeders how fantastic your animals are.

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The Cassillis event held to launch the MLA’s “Going Into Goats – Profitable producers’ best practice guide”, also heralded the start of an ongoing support program for potential and existing goat producers. MLA has established partnerships with state-based organisations and service providers to run field days and forums throughout Australia following the launch. The future for goat production is exciting! The Western Australian launch is scheduled to be held on 16th August at Jeff and Juliana Neve’s property, “Koorana” at Walkaway near Geraldton. Jeff and Juliana run 1000 plus angoras as well as raise milk fed lambs and 400 rangeland boer cross does, to supply the domestic capretto market. The day, commencing at 10am, will feature speakers on such topics as ‘MLA and goats‘, ‘The importance of product integrity‘, local goat production success stories and animal husbandry principles, as well as an insight into the export market for Australia Goat Meat. It is important for angora and mohair producers to realise that they are part of a larger industry whose focus on goats as a species, is reflected in the advice contained in the Best Practice Manual. Much of the information provided is generic and therefore applies to all goat breeds to enable this manual to be suitable for use by all types of goat producers. The Going into Goats Manual has been developed with the assistance of leading goat producers across Australia. These people have willingly shared their knowledge in an effort to help other producers grow their businesses. It has been created with the intent of supplying information for all existing and potential goat producers irrespective of productive capacity or geographic location. The two distinct systems referred to in the document are ‘extensive’ and ‘intensive’ management systems. Case studies are a feature of the manual. Topics covered in the manual include - Property Planning – Why run goats, and what you will need to establish how to start an enterprise. Financial Analysis – Although not Angora specific this section provides scenarios to help new producers incorporate goats into their existing enterprises and gives advice on what outlays may be needed and what returns may be expected. It is anticipated that by producing the manual in a loose leaf format, more up to date information may be able to be added to this and other sections as it comes to hand. Industry Obligations – Relevant laws, regulations and obligations to ensure animal welfare, health and quality assurance as well as biosecurity. Infrastructure – How to best contain and handle goats with minimal fuss and outlay Goat Selection – Looks at potential goat business scenarios and how you might best consider the specifics of your chosen markets. Husbandry – Explains the principles for effective goat breeding and weaning. Nutrition – Information on nutritional requirements for all stock classes and how to go about delivering those needs effectively in good and bad times for maximum performance. Marketing – A guide to potential markets for your goats and how to access them and more valuable advice. Copies of the manual are available from Meat and Livestock Australia or by calling 1800 675 717. The manual is priced at $60.00 for MLA members and $120.00 for non-members. To become a member of Meat and Livestock Australia visit the website or also phone the above number.

Photo courtesy of Justine Hall shows a large portion of the crowd gathered for the launch at Cassillis.


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FORWARD YOUR MOHAIR TO US AT OUR DEPOTS – Victoria. Melbourne. 2/114 Fairbairn Rd. Sunshine.3020. (Near Techwool.) Pakenham. Pakenham Produce & Saddlery. 62 Station St Pakenham. Bendigo. T.J. Atherton Transport. 52/58 Hattam St. Golden Square. Bendigo. Nhill. Goodwin Freight Services. 6 Opal St. Regency Park Adelaide. N.S.W. Albury. Hodge Wool. Pty Ltd. 547 Wagga Rd. Lavington NSW. S.A. Adelaide. Goodwin Freight Services. 6 Opal St. Regency Park. Adelaide WA. Bibra Lakes. Z&D Transport. Cnr Fenix & Sudluw Rd. Door 2, AWH store Spearwood Bibra Lakes. Phone (08) 9434 5133

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Hands-on training meets industry demand Australian Agricultural College Corporation (AACC) has unveiled its new direction for 2007 with a course restructure aimed at producing multi-skilled graduates for stronger rural communities. AACC director Malcolm McKay said the new course structure represents a step forward in the provi-sion of flexible and relevant agricultural training. “We have forged strong links with industry groups

and rural communities,” he said. “This relationship will help us produce graduates who are more job-ready than ever before.” Under the course restructure, students start their studies with a Certificate II in Rural Operations. Graduates of the Certificate II courses can then go straight to work with useable skills or go onto further training. Mr McKay said the new course structure was developed in response to a growing demand for more multi-skilled graduates with the basic knowledge to operate a farm as well as perform specific tasks. “We’re really listening to what students, and rural employers and industries need,” he said. “When you’re working in the agricul-tural and rural industry, you face a wide range of challenges that test you everyday. You can’t just run to the nearest servo when the tractor or ute stops, and you can’t just call a tradesman when the gate doesn’t close. You need a wide range of basic farm skills to effec-tively handle these situations.” Mr McKay said the outcome of the course restructure will be greater resources being allocated to areas of specialisation and a higher level of quality training. Media enquires, interviews: Malcolm McKay, Director, Australian Agricultural College Corporation, Phone: (07) 4672 3205 Mobile: 0412 320 006

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INVITATION TO MEMBERS On the 8th & 9th July 2006 a Judging Forum & Judging School will be held

at John & Janet Leigh’s Property COWRA. Saturday 8th July 2006 From 10am to 4pm. Open Judging Forum.

Sunday 9th July 2006 from 10am to 3:30pm Judging School.

Morning Tea, Lunch & Afternoon Tea will be provided at a cost of $15.00 inc GST per person per day.

You may attend either or both days. Your RSVP is required by Friday 30th June.

There will be a get together on the Saturday Night in

Cowra at the Lachlan Valley Hotel/Motel At 7pm.

Accommodation for the Saturday Night is to be booked by yourself. Lachlan Valley Hotel/Motel.

Ph:- 02 6342 2900

Normal tariff $65 a double

Please indicate with your RSVP if you are going to the get together on the Saturday Night .

All correspondence to:-Janet Leigh. Ph:- 02 6345 3200 Email:- [email protected]


WATCH FOR ANIMAL POISONING Two articles by Mick Doak Independent Livestock Services W.A. Over the many years we have been involved in the livestock industries we have continually received phone calls querying the sudden death, or symptoms in animals which eventually lead to death. Although it is difficult and foolish to give a diagnosis over the phone (and may I add I only have experience and no diplomas to do so) you try to help where ever you can in this situation which is stressful for both animals and their owners. The normal approach taken is to go through a ‘hit list’ of questions starting with “What are they eating and drink-ing?” or “Has their feed or grazing been changed in any way?” As what an animal eats is a major reason for most deaths which occur, especially in goats. A sudden change in feed can cause Pulpy Kidney, or grain or plant poi-soning. Many of the imported weeds and some of our native shrubs are toxic to our farmed domesticated animals when ingested. Drinking water can become contaminated by certain algae, dead carcasses or chemicals which find their way into water sources. The common crow for example, has a habit of dropping its food and other interesting items into troughs. This can include parts of dead animals and birds, baits and poison containers. Cleaning out troughs on a regular basis is a must and you may come up with some interesting items in the process. As you continue to go through your list of suspect killers you can look at worms and ask have the animals been drenched, especially after rains in warm conditions, as Barbers Pole worms are a major problem and can have dramatic effect on seemingly healthy animals in a short period of time. If the animals are nearing the end of their gestation period and have had a sudden change in feed or been shorn or transported, then Pregnancy Toxemia may be the reason for their sudden painful death. There have been reports of the odd animal dying in a paddock and the blame has been leveled to the animal treading onto a snake and been bitten. When a number of previously healthy animals show similar signs at the same time and the more common rea-sons have been eliminated as above then poisoning can be suspected. The sudden onset of illness soon after feeding, medication, spraying (by neighbours, contractors or yourself) or after a change to a new pasture points to poison as the illness. To determine the cause of poisoning look at what happened just before the outbreak. Search the area for clues. Did it only happen to one mob? Did you use any procedures which differed to your nor-mal practice? If you are unable to come up with an answer you may wish to contact your local veterinarian who may suggest a post mortem or another form of analysis which could be helpful to solve and stop future problems. Unfortunately the hard facts of life are that if you are an animal owner, you will lose some along the way but you should continue to aim to lose as few as possible be taking all possible precautions and being aware of the cause and effects as outlined above.

DROUGHT FEEDING BREEDERS Hopefully by the time this article goes to press we may have had some good news when it comes to rain. Most of the agricultural areas in WA and other parts of the country are experiencing one of the worst years on record when it comes to opening rains. The lack of rain and the cold weather being experienced is a major challenge to breeders of all agricultural animals especially as there now also seems to be a lack of supplementary feed and hay in many areas. Most grazing has deteriorated to an extent that animals are starting to lose condition and this is not a good thing, especially for pregnant females that are trying to not only keep themselves going but also to keep the unborn baby inside them growing as well. The best way is to start feeding animals before they lose too much condition, as once they are too light in condi-tion it is hard to build them up again, but you don’t want to waste precious feed, so feeding a little is better than nothing. A trail of lupins or other grains two or three times a week will keep them going. Goats in particular do best with some roughage which can be in the form of hay, straw or scrub. To assess the body condition of goats and sheep place your hand on the part of the backbone just behind the last large ribs. If the backbone is sharp to touch then the animal is in poor condition and needs feeding, while if the backbone is harder to feel and you can feel some soft tissue between the short ribs, then the animal is in better condition. There is a pamphlet available from the Agricultural Department of WA with excellent diagrams which will be of a benefit if you have not done this before on your Goats and Sheep. If your animals are in poor condition and we do get some wet and cold weather, then you may have a potential disaster on your hands. Cold wet weather and windy conditions are not the best environment for poor conditioned animals and new born lambs and kids. If you have a patch of bush they will seek shelter and losses could be re-duced. It is recommended that you place your animals in their different size and age groups, trying to keep the young and unmated does in different mobs to the pregnant females. Likewise some growers drift the females that have not had their babies away from the ones that have had theirs. This can be a tricky exercise as once animals are used to supplementary feeding they will come from miles when they see or hear a vehicle, and may leave their new born baby behind. We are at present witnessing what normally happens when things start to get dry and serious, growers unload their unwanted animals and unfortunately as most areas are in the same predicament the prices have started to fluctuate as supply increases and demand dwindles.


Buyers of goats for slaughter New South Wales

Broken Hill Abattoirs – Ph 1800 669 019 Pat Cuff Livestock – Ph 0427 488 959 PBM Prime Meats - Ph 02 6336 0460

Allan Colley – Ph 02 6892 4158 Phillip Lyn – Ph 0429 323 502

David – Ph 02 9613 1449 or 0411 305 311 Victoria

National Goat Exchange – Ph 03 5439 7601 or 0418 559 773

Ascot Meats – Wodonga – Ph 02 6055 0263 0r 0412 368 200

Game Meats Myrtleford – Ph 03 5756 2999 June Liddy – Ph 03 5382 2811

Jim Kyriakou – Ph 03 9807 4621 Russell – Ph 1300 733 644

Sth Australia Pace Trading – Ph 0407 394 110

P & D Exporters – Ph 08 8365 2756 Queensland

Kerridale - Ph 07 4623 3336 0r 08 8582 1688 or 02 6892 4126

Western Exporters – Ph 07 4654 3311 Western Australia

Independent Livestock – Ph 08 9309 3225

Animal Health Australia www.animalhelathaustralia.com.au contains information about National livestock diseases and animal health issues. Rural Industries Research and Development Corpora-tion (RIRDC) www.rirdc.gov.au Contains reports on research projects relative to our in-dustry Meat and Livestock Australia www.mla.com.au Contains information relative to livestock marketing and research Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) www.daff.gov.au Contains on product integrity, animal and plant health, rural policy and innovation, food and agri-business, levies and revenue service. Stokesay Mohair Farm – Mohair Yarn and Products www.mohairfarm.biz

Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) www.aqis.gov.au Contains information regarding quarantine requirements. Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations www.dewr.gov.au Contains information on the pastoral industry awards in-cluding shearing rates Cape Mohair and Wool Sth Africa www.cmw.co.za Mohair Sth Africa www.mohair.co.za Texas Angora Goat Raisers Assn http://txangoragoat.com The Goat Farmer Magazine (New Zealand) www.thegoatfarmer.com The Farmers Mailbox Farm Gear mail order and on-line store. www.fmb.com.au

Handy Websites for Goat Producers:

Shearers The following people have indicated their will-ingness to shear angoras. Please let the office know of any more. Ian Howell – Tasmania (will travel interstate) 03 6339 2806 or mobile 0427 139 199 Jack Alexander – Boorowa NSW – 02 6385 3087 Trevor King – Omeo Vic (will travel) - 03 5159 1415 Bert Adams – Holbrook NSW – 02 6020 5268 Michael Brigg – Condamine QLD – 07 4627 7274 Remember – if you only have a small number of animals to shear, coordinate shearing time with other local mohair producers to make it worthwhile for the shearer to travel to your area. Inclusion here is in no way to be construed as

being endorsed or recommended by Mohair Australia Ltd

DISCLAIMER

The opinions in this news sheet may not be those of Mohair Australia Ltd. Reported facts may not be true and if they are not let Mohair Australia know and we will try to correct them next time. Mohair

Australia cannot guarantee the claims or offers made in advertising published in this news sheet.


Inside this issue... MAL Board Members & Regional Contacts

2

Reg/Div News 3

AMMO Sale Report 4

MAL AGM & Industry Showcase

5

‘GIG’ Release 6

Livestock Diseases Book 8

Animal Health Issues 10

Useful contacts 11

July 2006 1st – Western Region AGM at “Cardui“, Molong NSW 8th-9th – NSW Judging forum and school – Nandewah, Cowra. 14th – 15th – Mudgee Small Farm Field Days. 21st-24th– Australian Sheep Breeders Assn Show – ASBA Bendigo Vic. 29th- QLD Divsion AGM 30th – East Central Vic AGM – Nangana Vic August 2006 5th -NSW Division AGM Goulburn Soldiers Club 6th – Central NSW AGM at Cudal Hotel, Cudal. 7th – 8th – Sheepvention Hamilton, Victoria 8th–10th – Eyre Penninsula Field Days Cleve SA 16th – WA Division AGM Juliana Neve’s Property Walkaway near Geraldton. 3pm 16th – “Going into Goats” Launch 10am Venue as above. 20th SA Division AGM at the home of Elaine Methven, McLaren Vale September 2006 1-9th – Royal Adelaide Show 19-21st –Henty NSW Machinery Field Day 21st – Oct 1 – Royal Melbourne Show 30th – 7th Oct – Perth Royal Show October 2006 14th -MAL AGM – and more Narrandera

What’s On... Photo caption competition! Can you give us your best caption for either of these two photos of Nick and Kate Gorrie on their wedding day?

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Reminder To all region and division secretaries – AGM time again! Please let the National office know about your AGM – copies of minutes of all meetings should be forwarded to the National Office as soon as possible after the meeting. Don’t forget to send in your news and some photos to be included in your News Sheet.

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