We are two weeks into lambing here at Mooroobah and are really excited by what we are seeing. Over 150 lambs are on the ground already with about 30% of the flock still to go. That's a great lambing ratio with the majority of Mums having twins and two having triplets.

We split the flock into two small groups about three weeks before lambing to give each of our Alpacas (Rochester and Eric) a chance to form a protective bond with their group. They do a great job of overseeing their Mums and lambs, keeping predators at bay and standing nearby during birthing.

Whilst we haven't had the warm Spring weather yet (usually not until mid October here) we are getting great rain and the pasture growth is going well. There is an abundance of fresh green grass which is producing rich creamy milk for the newborns. All of which are growing bigger every day.

Tracey and I walk around the flock each morning and afternoon, checking that everyone is OK. It gives us great joy to see our ladies doing so well bringing new life to Mooroobah.

Warmer weather is around the corner. The fruit trees are starting to blossom and we are planning our big Spring vegetable planting. Within a month or two we will be mowing lawns, trimming hedges and harvesting veggies. And probably having a few beers on the deck as the sun goes down. Can't wait.

In the meantime we will keep on with the gumboots, the beanies and the fire each night whilst our first crop of Lauriston Lambs grow and thrive here in our beautiful valley.