After nearly three years a project to restore the farm homestead of one of Australia's most celebrated colonial artists to its original state is almost complete. 'Patterdale' was built by the English landscape painter John Glover when he moved to Tasmania in the 1830s.

Wool producer Jim Fletcher’s investment in the industry sees him do everything from mustering in the paddock to crocheting a shawl.

Five long-serving wool industry leaders were recognised for their contributions to the industry, being awarded Australian Wool Industry Medals at the annual Wool Week dinner last week.

All Superfine wool growers have been invited to compete in the new Zegna Competition this year. To enter, please complete your entry forms as soon as possible. November 17 is the cut off for all entries and delivery of wools for the V.A. Competition and the Wool Trophy. Judging commences the second week of December. 

Superfine sheep and wool have been a dominant part of Kevin’s life for its duration.

Danny Picker is a fifth generation woolgrower and principal of Hillcreston Park Superfine Merino Stud located at Bigga in the southern tablelands of NSW established in 1992 with a draught of the Hillcreston stud which was founded in 1910 by his family. For over 45 years, Danny has been involved in producing some of Australia’s highest quality 1PP accredited bales including numerous world records for prices.

HAMILITON/ARARAT – 13-14TH MAY 2017
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One hundred & five Superfine woolgrowers, sponsors & guests converged on Hamilton on the 13/14 May 2017 for the 6th Annual Reunion Dinner & Farm Tours.  Members travelled both nationally and internationally to attend the event with ninety-three people attending the ASWGA reunion dinner held at the Grange Burn (Comfort Inn) at Hamilton to celebrate the presentation of prizes in the ASWGA Fleece Competition.  It was especially pleasing to catch up with Lesley & Roger Prior, Merino breeders from England.  

Glenara have been awarded first place in the Hamilton region division at the Australian Superfine Wool Growers’ Association (ASWGA) dinner on Saturday as part of the association’s annual reunion.

VICTORIAN woolgrowers David and Susan Rowbottom of St. Helens have produced arguably the world’s best ultrafine wool fleece for four consecutive years.