The AAA is supported by eight regional committees who serve the needs of local members and providing support to the AAA in meeting it’s national and local challenges.
The regional committees are active throughout Australia and provide on-the-ground education and training, industry liaison, marketing and shows to promote the alpaca industry.
The Queensland region of the AAA works to promote the alpaca industry and educate members and the public on alpaca ownership in QLD.
Region contact:
Michelle Hamilton
E: aaaqldpresident@gmail.com
Queensland Breeder Directory
QLD Breeders Directory 2025.pdf-1
The South Queensland Northern NSW Region of the Australian Alpaca Association is the only one to span two states, extending from the Brisbane River in the north, south to Coffs Harbour, and stretching inland to the NT/SA border. We have members with experience in farming alpacas in coastal and inland environments. As a region we support our members and the Australian alpaca industry by sharing our knowledge and experience at field days and shows, hosting educational events and social activities, and regular communications such as our regional newsletter, The Advocate, and member emails.
Region contact:
Michelle Malt
E: bigskypacas@gmail.com
The Committee
| Michelle Malt
President, Marketing |
Pauline Glasser
Vice President, Newsletter Editor |
| Sam Hood
Secretary |
Judy Barlow
Treasurer |
| Cathy Reid
Show Co-ordinator |
Maree Dobbins
Committee Member |
Hall of Fame
2019 – Michelle Malt
Michelle Malt receives her Certificate of Appreciation from AAA President Ian Frith at the 2019 AAA AGM.
2020 – Roland Schwertner
2021 – Cathy and Noel Reid
2022 – Pauline Glasser
The AAA Board awarded Pauline Glasser with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of her leadership and contribution to the Australian Alpaca Industry.
2023 – Judy Barlow.
Judy Barlow receives her Certificate of Appreciation from SQNNSW President Michelle Malt at the Annual Regional Meeting.
2024 – Pauline Glasser – SHANE READ MEDAL
SQNNSW President Michelle Malt presents Pauline Glasser with the Shane Read Medal on behalf of the AAA. The award was announced at the 2024 AAA AGM and its purpose is to acknowledge and honor an exceptional volunteer for their achievement, contribution, service and leadership.
The Hall of Fame exists to recognise and honour the achievements of individuals in the alpaca industry.
Regional Merchandise
The SQNNSW Region strongly promotes and supports Australian alpaca and has a diverse range of alpaca merchandise which is sold at displays and events. As much as possible, the fleece used to create the stock is grown by alpaca producers within SQNNSW Region, and is processed into yarn by local spinners or a NSW fibre mill. The products are created by artisans across the region and within Australia to showcase the quality of Australian alpaca fibre. Our aim is for every household to own and enjoy an alpaca product. Products that are sourced commercially – such as socks, pillows and quilts – are sourced from Australian-based manufacturers who aim to use Australian grown fibre and produce Australian-made goods.
The Victoria Central Region(VCR) comprises alpaca producers from central to western Victoria. The region actively promotes the alpaca industry with educational seminars, workshops, shows, promotional displays and open farm days as well as providing valuable support to its members.
Region contact:
Marie Yorston
E: vcrpresident@gamail.com
The Victorian Eastern Region (VER) represents registered alpaca breeders and owners located in the geographically diverse area in the east of Victoria. Members farm alpacas across many aspects of the Australian terrain – from the vineyards of the Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula, to the rich soil farming districts of Gippsland, the coastal extension from Port Phillip to Mallacoota and the grandeur of the Great Dividing Range.
Region contact:
Ver President – Jacqueline Bishop
Ver treasurer-Nic Holdsworth
Ver Secretary – Lynda Holdsworth
Committee:
John Price
Colin Taylor
Tim Blake
Kylie Taylor
Annual Regional Meeting – Sunday 17th August 2025, venue TBC. Includes committee elections and followed by ORM and lunch. Save the date!
Awards and Recognition
See below for a full list of award winners and volunteers recognised.
Log in and go to the VER Members Portal for competition policies, guidelines and templates.
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 1995 | Dreamtime Golden Opportunity (DF) | P & K Hull |
| 1996 | Kingston Park Zurick (DBR) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 1997 | Kingston Park Paragon (BLK) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 1998 | Kingston Park Paragon (BLK) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 1999 | Denmarham Braveheart (MF) | Dunham & Webster |
| 2000 | Kingston Park Drysdale (BLK) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2001 | Lysterfield Santana (W) | J & E Gittus |
| 2002 | Jolimont Lila (W) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2003 | Jolimont Patche (W) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2004 | Lysterfield Truman (W) | J & E Gittus |
| 2005 | Oasis Anastasia (W) | M & S Snow |
| 2006 | Paca Perfect Geneveve (W) | Herring & Kop |
| 2007 | Warramunga Downs Pepercorn (DBR) | I & C Earle |
| 2008 | Kingston Park Federer (MF) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2009 | Lindaway Questro (LF) | Elsoft & Worcester |
| 2010 | Huntely Park Breanna (LF) | J Skinner |
| 2011 | Almora Avalanche (W) | J Skinner |
| 2012 | Alternative View Hero ET (W) | B & K Kat |
| 2013 | Alternative View Hero ET (W) | B & K Kat |
| 2014 | Mary Meadows Giancario | D & N Guscott |
| 2015 | Almore Statesman (W) | J Skinner |
| 2016 | Briarmist Khashoggi (LF) | J & L Black |
| 2017 | Alternative View Mahatma (LF) | B & K Kat |
| 2018 | Goldleaf Vintage Burlesque (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2019 | Auravale Lucian (W)
Grand Flowerdale Ivy League (W) |
L & N Holdsworth
M. Bissels |
| 2020 | Goldleaf Lyrical Song (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2021 & 2022 | Covid – not awarded | |
| 2023 | Auravale Goldleaf Salvatore (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2024 | Kelowna Jasper (RN) | G & J Bradshaw |
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 2004 | Pinjarra Gold Rush (MF) | I & A Preuss |
| 2005 | Hevnlee Sparkling Zircon (W) | Bedford, Bennet, Wheeler |
| 2006 | Pitchingga Ridge Locksley (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2007 | Pitchingga Ridge Locksley (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2008 | Tickenhall Owyn ET (W) | A & T Parry |
| 2009 | Tarrahill Darrah Allianza ET (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2010 | Bedford Park Azzaro (W) | M & L Bedford |
| 2011 | Tarahill Massimo (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2012 | Pitchingga Ridge Lily Marlene (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2013 | Stevley Park Incalon (LF) | S & L Golding |
| 2014 | Chakana Blue Momentum (W) | J. Blake |
| 2015 | Chakana Blue Hot Tamale (W) | J. Blake |
| 2016 | Chakana Blue Zenos’ Paradox (LF) | J. Blake |
| 2017 | Chakana Blue Muchacho ET (LF) | J. Blake |
| 2018 | Chakana Blue Muchacho ET (LF) | J. Blake |
| 2019 | Chakana Blue Time Machine (W) | J. Blake |
| 2020 | Chakana Blue Chemistry (W) | J. Blake |
| 2021 & 2022 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2023 | Granjero Park Sir Lancelot | J & R Boer |
| 2024 | Dulce Lavender (MF) | J & G Bishop |
| Year | Winner | Stud Name |
| 2013 | Julie Blake | Chakana Blue Alpacas |
| 2014 | Lynda & Nic Holdsworth | Auravale Alpacas |
| 2015 | Jack & Rosalie Boer | Granjero Park Alpacas |
| 2016 | Simon Kelly | Ary Bryn Alpacas |
| 2017 | Maddy Bissels | Esperance Alpacas |
| 2018 | Tammy Attenborough | Boolaroo Alpacas |
| 2019 | John Price | Alpacas on the Hill |
| 2020 | Lynne, Tieran, Annalie, Tamaryn Kimber | Talpacka Alpacas |
| 2021 & 2022 | Covid – not awarded | NA |
| 2023 | Georgia & Jaqueline Bishop | Dulce Alpacas |
| 2024 | Kylie and colin Taylor | Elm Park Alpacas |
| Year | Winner | Acknowledgement |
| 2023 | Heather & Paul Gardner | For their significant contribution as Fleece Stewards. |
| 2024 | Jean & David Daddo | For their significant contribution to the Red Hill Show and VER Region. |
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 1995 | Andana Cassius (BLK) | Cochrane |
| 1996 | Purrumbete Warrior (SW) | J & L Gadsden |
| 1997 | Not awarded | NA |
| 1998 | Kooringa Baileyana (SBLK) | D & T Oliver |
| 1999 | Adelyn Highland Mist (SW) | J & J Hill |
| 2000 | Adelyn Highland Mist (SW) | J & J Hill |
| 2001 | Adelyn Highland Mist (SW) | J & J Hill |
| 2002 | Running Creek Hopi (SW) | A & J Wilson |
| 2003 | Beaconhurst Devlin (SW) | K Hargreaves |
| 2004 | Beaconhurst Devlin (SW) | K Hargreaves |
| 2005 | Running Creek Aztu (SW) | M & D Cape |
| 2006 | Northfield Gully Coltrain | S & J Northfield |
| 2007 | Acheron Lisomme (SMF | J & B Worcester |
| 2008 | Acheron Cavalier (SW) | J & B Worcester |
| 2009 | Lee Carrow Seventh Heaven (MF) | Gane/Kennedy |
| 2010 | Chiverton Nureyev (SW) | D & K Gregory |
| 2011 | Sandjo Bordeaux Belle (SW) | S KOP |
| 2012 | Glenavon Versachi (SW) | R & G Herring |
| 2013 | Lilydale Zoe (SW | J McClen |
| 2014 | Auravale Joy (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2015 | Goldleaf Regal Poise (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2016 | Kurrawa Hot Gossip (W) | R & A Clark |
| 2017 | Alternative View Mahatma (LF) | B & K Kate |
| 2018 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2019 | Alternative View Silk’N’Fire | B & K Kat |
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 2002 | Keniworth Park Liberatore (W) | J Williams |
| 2003 | Pitchingga Ridge Ellie (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2004 | Surilana Accoya El Cordoba (W) | A & I Preuss |
| 2005 | Pinjarra Suzie Que (W) | A & I Preuss |
| 2006 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2007 | Surilana Oliver | A & I Preuss |
| 2008 | Pitchingga Ridge Locksley (W) | J & D Dadd |
| 2009 | Tarahill Daire Allianza (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2010 | Tarahill Erin (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2011 | Stevley Park Galahas (W) | S & L Golding |
| 2012 | Kurrawa Just A Delight (W) Surilana Mendelssohn (LF)) |
R,A & N Clark S & L Golding/Fletcher & Bryne |
| 2013 | Tarahill Hugh (W) | Fletcher & Bryne |
| 2014 | Esterlina Gen of Delvato (MF) | S & L Golding |
| 2015 | Chakana Blue Opal SW) | J Blake |
| 2016 | Chakana Zenos Paradox (LF) | J Blak |
| 2017 | Stevley Park Madonnas India Groove (MBR) | S & L Golding |
| 2018 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2019 | Arachello Argle Diamond (LF) | R & V Blacker |
| Recipient | Acknowledgement | Year |
| Jenny Miles | Show Convenor Sale and Farm World | 2023 |
| David Daddo | President,Committee,Show Convenor Red Hill, Task Force | 2023 |
| Recipient | Acknowledgement | Year |
| Bill Plunkett | President, Committee, Judge | 2002 |
| Brian Worcester | Committee | 2008 |
| Ian Earle | President, Committee | 2010 |
| Joy Skinner | Secretary Committee, Show Convenor | 2010 |
| Bob McLeod | Committee, Task Force, Steward, Convenor Farm World and Fleece Show | 2010 |
| Helen McLeod | Committee, Convenor Fleece Show, Steward | 2010 |
| Sue Rainbow | Committee | 2010 |
| Rhys Owen | Committee, Steward | 2012 |
| David Daddo | President, Committee, Task Force, Steward, Show Convenor Red Hill | 2016 |
| Chris Pendlebury Lezley Golding |
Committee, Show Convenor Lardner Committee, Task Force |
2020 |
| Angela Betheras | Committee, Task Force | 2023 |
| Louise Charman | President, Committee, Youth | 2023 |
| Hans Von Poppel | Committee, Show Convenor Alexandra, Steward | 2023 |
| Christine Von Poppel | Show Convenor Alexandra, Steward | 2023 |
| Recipient | Acknowledgement | Year |
| Julie Blake
|
Committee, Task Force, Show Convenor Berwick, Youth | 2023 |
| Tim Blake
|
Committee, Task Force, Show Convenors Berwick | 2023 |
| Lynda Holdsworth
|
Secretary, Task Force, Show Convenors Berwick | 2023 |
| Nicholas Holdsworth
|
President, Treasurer, Taks Force, Show Convenor Berwick | 2023 |
| Jennifer McDavitt | Show Convenor Sale and Farm World | 2023 |
| Recipient | Year |
| Bob McLeod | 2011 & 2015 |
| Peter Kennedy-Gane
Robert Kennedy-Gane |
2014 |
| Joy Skinner
Lezley Golding Chris Pendlebury |
2020 |
| David Daddo
Jenny Miles |
2023 |
Awards and Recognition
See below for a full list of award winners and volunteers recognised.
Log in and go to the VER Members Portal for competition policies, guidelines and templates.
Lyla Fisher Memorial Trophy: HUACAYA Alpaca of the Year
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 1995 | Dreamtime Golden Opportunity (DF) | P & K Hull |
| 1996 | Kingston Park Zurick (DBR) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 1997 | Kingston Park Paragon (BLK) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 1998 | Kingston Park Paragon (BLK) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 1999 | Denmarham Braveheart (MF) | Dunham & Webster |
| 2000 | Kingston Park Drysdale (BLK) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2001 | Lysterfield Santana (W) | J & E Gittus |
| 2002 | Jolimont Lila (W) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2003 | Jolimont Patche (W) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2004 | Lysterfield Truman (W) | J & E Gittus |
| 2005 | Oasis Anastasia (W) | M & S Snow |
| 2006 | Paca Perfect Geneveve (W) | Herring & Kop |
| 2007 | Warramunga Downs Pepercorn (DBR) | I & C Earle |
| 2008 | Kingston Park Federer (MF) | Fisher & Rainbow |
| 2009 | Lindaway Questro (LF) | Elsoft & Worcester |
| 2010 | Huntely Park Breanna (LF) | J Skinner |
| 2011 | Almora Avalanche (W) | J Skinner |
| 2012 | Alternative View Hero ET (W) | B & K Kat |
| 2013 | Alternative View Hero ET (W) | B & K Kat |
| 2014 | Mary Meadows Giancario | D & N Guscott |
| 2015 | Almore Statesman (W) | J Skinner |
| 2016 | Briarmist Khashoggi (LF) | J & L Black |
| 2017 | Alternative View Mahatma (LF) | B & K Kat |
| 2018 | Goldleaf Vintage Burlesque (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2019 | Auravale Lucian (W)
Grand Flowerdale Ivy League (W) |
L & N Holdsworth
M. Bissels |
| 2020 | Goldleaf Lyrical Song (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2021 & 2022 | Covid – not awarded | |
| 2023 | Auravale Goldleaf Salvatore (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2024 | Kelowna Jasper (RN) | G & J Bradshaw |
Keith Turner Memorial Trophy: SURI Alpaca of the Year
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 2004 | Pinjarra Gold Rush (MF) | I & A Preuss |
| 2005 | Hevnlee Sparkling Zircon (W) | Bedford, Bennet, Wheeler |
| 2006 | Pitchingga Ridge Locksley (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2007 | Pitchingga Ridge Locksley (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2008 | Tickenhall Owyn ET (W) | A & T Parry |
| 2009 | Tarrahill Darrah Allianza ET (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2010 | Bedford Park Azzaro (W) | M & L Bedford |
| 2011 | Tarahill Massimo (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2012 | Pitchingga Ridge Lily Marlene (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2013 | Stevley Park Incalon (LF) | S & L Golding |
| 2014 | Chakana Blue Momentum (W) | J. Blake |
| 2015 | Chakana Blue Hot Tamale (W) | J. Blake |
| 2016 | Chakana Blue Zenos’ Paradox (LF) | J. Blake |
| 2017 | Chakana Blue Muchacho ET (LF) | J. Blake |
| 2018 | Chakana Blue Muchacho ET (LF) | J. Blake |
| 2019 | Chakana Blue Time Machine (W) | J. Blake |
| 2020 | Chakana Blue Chemistry (W) | J. Blake |
| 2021 & 2022 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2023 | Granjero Park Sir Lancelot | J & R Boer |
| 2024 | Dulce Lavender (MF) | J & G Bishop |
Dianne Condon Memorial Trophy: Best New Breeder Award
| Year | Winner | Stud Name |
| 2013 | Julie Blake | Chakana Blue Alpacas |
| 2014 | Lynda & Nic Holdsworth | Auravale Alpacas |
| 2015 | Jack & Rosalie Boer | Granjero Park Alpacas |
| 2016 | Simon Kelly | Ary Bryn Alpacas |
| 2017 | Maddy Bissels | Esperance Alpacas |
| 2018 | Tammy Attenborough | Boolaroo Alpacas |
| 2019 | John Price | Alpacas on the Hill |
| 2020 | Lynne, Tieran, Annalie, Tamaryn Kimber | Talpacka Alpacas |
| 2021 & 2022 | Covid – not awarded | NA |
| 2023 | Georgia & Jaqueline Bishop | Dulce Alpacas |
| 2024 | Kylie and colin Taylor | Elm Park Alpacas |
Bob McLeod Award “A BOB”: In Recognition of our Volunteers
| Year | Winner | Acknowledgement |
| 2023 | Heather & Paul Gardner | For their significant contribution as Fleece Stewards. |
| 2024 | Jean & David Daddo | For their significant contribution to the Red Hill Show and VER Region. |
Bill Plunkett Memorial Trophy: HUACAYA Fleece Competition
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 1995 | Andana Cassius (BLK) | Cochrane |
| 1996 | Purrumbete Warrior (SW) | J & L Gadsden |
| 1997 | Not awarded | NA |
| 1998 | Kooringa Baileyana (SBLK) | D & T Oliver |
| 1999 | Adelyn Highland Mist (SW) | J & J Hill |
| 2000 | Adelyn Highland Mist (SW) | J & J Hill |
| 2001 | Adelyn Highland Mist (SW) | J & J Hill |
| 2002 | Running Creek Hopi (SW) | A & J Wilson |
| 2003 | Beaconhurst Devlin (SW) | K Hargreaves |
| 2004 | Beaconhurst Devlin (SW) | K Hargreaves |
| 2005 | Running Creek Aztu (SW) | M & D Cape |
| 2006 | Northfield Gully Coltrain | S & J Northfield |
| 2007 | Acheron Lisomme (SMF | J & B Worcester |
| 2008 | Acheron Cavalier (SW) | J & B Worcester |
| 2009 | Lee Carrow Seventh Heaven (MF) | Gane/Kennedy |
| 2010 | Chiverton Nureyev (SW) | D & K Gregory |
| 2011 | Sandjo Bordeaux Belle (SW) | S KOP |
| 2012 | Glenavon Versachi (SW) | R & G Herring |
| 2013 | Lilydale Zoe (SW | J McClen |
| 2014 | Auravale Joy (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2015 | Goldleaf Regal Poise (W) | L & N Holdsworth |
| 2016 | Kurrawa Hot Gossip (W) | R & A Clark |
| 2017 | Alternative View Mahatma (LF) | B & K Kate |
| 2018 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2019 | Alternative View Silk’N’Fire | B & K Kat |
SURI Fleece Competition
| Year | Winner | Owner |
| 2002 | Keniworth Park Liberatore (W) | J Williams |
| 2003 | Pitchingga Ridge Ellie (W) | J & D Daddo |
| 2004 | Surilana Accoya El Cordoba (W) | A & I Preuss |
| 2005 | Pinjarra Suzie Que (W) | A & I Preuss |
| 2006 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2007 | Surilana Oliver | A & I Preuss |
| 2008 | Pitchingga Ridge Locksley (W) | J & D Dadd |
| 2009 | Tarahill Daire Allianza (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2010 | Tarahill Erin (W) | Fletcher & Byrne |
| 2011 | Stevley Park Galahas (W) | S & L Golding |
| 2012 | Kurrawa Just A Delight (W) Surilana Mendelssohn (LF)) |
R,A & N Clark S & L Golding/Fletcher & Bryne |
| 2013 | Tarahill Hugh (W) | Fletcher & Bryne |
| 2014 | Esterlina Gen of Delvato (MF) | S & L Golding |
| 2015 | Chakana Blue Opal SW) | J Blake |
| 2016 | Chakana Zenos Paradox (LF) | J Blak |
| 2017 | Stevley Park Madonnas India Groove (MBR) | S & L Golding |
| 2018 | Not awarded | NA |
| 2019 | Arachello Argle Diamond (LF) | R & V Blacker |
20 Year Service Award
| Recipient | Acknowledgement | Year |
| Jenny Miles | Show Convenor Sale and Farm World | 2023 |
| David Daddo | President,Committee,Show Convenor Red Hill, Task Force | 2023 |
10 Year Service Award
| Recipient | Acknowledgement | Year |
| Bill Plunkett | President, Committee, Judge | 2002 |
| Brian Worcester | Committee | 2008 |
| Ian Earle | President, Committee | 2010 |
| Joy Skinner | Secretary Committee, Show Convenor | 2010 |
| Bob McLeod | Committee, Task Force, Steward, Convenor Farm World and Fleece Show | 2010 |
| Helen McLeod | Committee, Convenor Fleece Show, Steward | 2010 |
| Sue Rainbow | Committee | 2010 |
| Rhys Owen | Committee, Steward | 2012 |
| David Daddo | President, Committee, Task Force, Steward, Show Convenor Red Hill | 2016 |
| Chris Pendlebury Lezley Golding |
Committee, Show Convenor Lardner Committee, Task Force |
2020 |
| Angela Betheras | Committee, Task Force | 2023 |
| Louise Charman | President, Committee, Youth | 2023 |
| Hans Von Poppel | Committee, Show Convenor Alexandra, Steward | 2023 |
| Christine Von Poppel | Show Convenor Alexandra, Steward | 2023 |
5 Year Service Award
| Recipient | Acknowledgement | Year |
| Julie Blake
|
Committee, Task Force, Show Convenor Berwick, Youth | 2023 |
| Tim Blake
|
Committee, Task Force, Show Convenors Berwick | 2023 |
| Lynda Holdsworth
|
Secretary, Task Force, Show Convenors Berwick | 2023 |
| Nicholas Holdsworth
|
President, Treasurer, Taks Force, Show Convenor Berwick | 2023 |
| Jennifer McDavitt | Show Convenor Sale and Farm World | 2023 |
AAA Certificates of Appreciation
| Recipient | Year |
| Bob McLeod | 2011 & 2015 |
| Peter Kennedy-Gane
Robert Kennedy-Gane |
2014 |
| Joy Skinner
Lezley Golding Chris Pendlebury |
2020 |
| David Daddo
Jenny Miles |
2023 |
History of VER Awards
Lyla Fisher Memorial Trophy – Alpaca of the Year Huacaya
Inaugurated in May 2002.
Lyla was a foundation member of the Region and from the early ʻ90s to her untimely passing in 2002, was totally committed to the Region and to the Alpaca Industry, serving the Region in every possible capacity – a highly reputed alpaca breeder; show organiser and programmer; a dedicated committee member, Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President and President. Her legacy lives on with us, through this award.
Keith Turner Memorial Trophy – Alpaca of the Year Suri
Inaugurated in April 2010.
Keith, a product of Dookie College, with cattle and dairy farm origins that began in South Gippsland, traversed into Queensland and returned to South Gippsland where he and his wife Glenda established Mawbanna Alpacas. Keithʼs animal husbandry background together with Glendaʼs alpaca fibre processing skills created a successful venture into quality Suri breeding. Together the couple travelled Australia to learn of the processing of alpaca fleece and further develop their involvement in specialised alpaca handcrafts.
An outdoors man, an ambassador for the alpaca industry, Keith passed away in 2009.
Bill Plunkett Memorial Trophy – Champion Fleece
Inaugurated in April 2007.
Affectionately known as “The Godfather”, Bill passed away in 2006. A long serving committeeman, a Vice- President and President of the Region and Chairman of the Regional Showing Sub-committee, Bill was the force behind the Show rules and protocols we adhere to today. The consumate Chief Steward, his workshops throughout Australia and NZ stand as testimony to his skill. His unique love of natural fIbres lives on through this award.
Dianne Condon Memorial Trophy – Best New Breeder
Inaugurated July 2012
Dianne loved alpacas and the Industry with a passion.
A long standing member of the Region, Dianne served extensively at both regional and national committee level. In co-ownership with her husband Ron, their highly successful Shanbrooke Alpaca Stud gained early world-wide recognition. A national and international Show judge, Dianne was accorded an AAA Life Membership for her service to the Industry. Dianne, who passed away on 12th January 2012, is remembered with great affection.
Introductory dates of the trophies are:
1995 : (The Region’s 1st Gala Dinner)
Alpaca of the Year (Huacaya)
Champion Fleece (Huacaya)
2002:
Alpaca of the Year (Huacaya), first awarded in 1995, re-constituted as the
Lyla Fisher Memorial Trophy.
2004:
Alpaca of the Year (Suri)
2007:
Champion Fleece (Huacaya), first awarded in 1995, re-constituted as the
Bill Plunkett Memorial Trophy.
2008:
Champion Fleece (Suri)
2010:
Alpaca of the Year (Suri), first awarded in 2004, re-constituted as the
Keith Turner Memorial Trophy.
2012:
Best New Breeder Award,
Dianne Condon Memorial Trophy.
Our sincere thanks and gratitude to David Daddo (Pitchingga Ridge Alpacas) for collating the information on the VER Perpetual Trophies.
The NSW region is a vibrant and exciting region with over 500 registered alpaca breeders across the state. Across the region members also facilitate regular educational opportunities on alpaca husbandry, fleece harvesting and preparation and other aspects of alpaca industry development. They work together to facilitate fibre collection points and assist alpaca growers to interlot fleece into larger consignments for fleece buyers. They are enthusiastic and friendly people who are committed to the continued development of the Australian alpaca industry.
Region contact:
Keryn Burns
E: nswaaapresident@gmail.com
Tasmania’s cool temperate climate and green pastures are the perfect combination for producing fine fleeced, eco-friendly alpacas. The Tasmanian Region has members located all around the state. The region has a busy schedule of shows, on-farm days and workshops.
Region contact:
Janelle Jago (interim)
E: aaataspresident@gmail.com
AAA Tas Region Calendar of Events 2025
| Date | Event | Location |
| 8 – 10 August | AAA National Alpaca Show | Bendigo |
| 16 August | Ordinary General Meeting (ORM) and
Worm workshop |
Ross Town Hall
Supper Room |
| 13 or 14 September | Fleece workshop
Paul Vallely and Janet Bell (AAFT) |
TBA |
| 5 October | Annual Regional Meeting (ARM) and
proposed alpaca dentist Alison Quagliani workshop |
Date and location to be confirmed |
| 1 and 2 November | Royal Hobart Show – fleeces on 1st, halter on 2nd | Hobart Showground |
Western Australia is one of the larger AAA geographic regions. WA members excel in breeding alpacas and contributing to the fleece and meat market, while maintaining an impressive display of show and breeding quality animals. The region hosts a variety of educational workshops, events, field days and new breeder seminars throughout the year for AAA members and anyone interested in the industry.
Region contact:
Tara Ravenhill
E: tararavenhill@gmail.com
WA Alpaca Shows for 2025
WA Colourbration Show Saturday 3rd of May 2025
Serpentine Jarrahdale Food & Farm Fest
Halter Show – Display & Youth
Convenor: Sophie Stacey
Gidgegannup Alpaca Show Saturday 24th of May 2025
Age Halter Show
Gidgegannup Small Farm Field Day Sunday 25th of May 2025
Youth Events & Promotional Day
Convenors: Chris & Tara Ravenhill
Perth Royal Show 27th to 29th of September 2025
Saturday 27.09.25 – Fleece Judging
Sunday 28.09.245– Halter Judging
Monday 29.09.29 – Youth Events
Convenor: Louise Holbrook
Albany AG Show 6th & 7th of November 2025
Thursday 06.11.25 – Fleece Judging
Friday 07.11.25 – Halter Judging
Convenors: Nicole & Shaun Read & Tyler Bennie
The South Australia region provides education and training to its members as well as providing a hub of alpaca information for the general public interested in the industry.
Region contact:
Mark Short
Email: chaparral6@bigpond.com
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