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newborn white cria is sitting on green grass

Sad Alpaca Story

In the early evening, just after a noisy thunder storm, Samantha gave birth to a white male cria. We named him Rumbles. He was wet and shivering, and possibly a couple of weeks premature.

Graham walking away from the camera down a bush track surrounded by lush temperate rain forest.

‘W’ is for Winter and Waterfalls

We love exploring Tasmania and winter is the best time of year to view rugged pristine rivers and waterfalls. Of course, we really enjoy staying with other small accommodation providers, too!

Graham and a black alpaca are nose-to-nose at Tin Dragon Cottages.

Alpaca Yarn for Covid Times

During the 2020 lock-down at we reached out to a large textile company for assistance with processing alpaca yarn. We needed advice to solve a problem with static build-up in our alpaca fibre processing mill.

Graham and Christine standing in front of the iconic Overland Track sign at Lake St Clair in Tasmania

Overland Track Tasmania

This is our family’s experience of walking the 65km Tasmanian Overland Track from Cradle Mountain to Lake St Clair.

Three bushwalkers carrying back packs.

Blue Tiers Tour Group

In May 2021 Tin Dragon Cottages hosted two small groups (14 and 8, respectively) of bushwalkers from Horizon Guides.

Meadstone Falls

Meadstone Falls

After unusually good rainfall this summer, we decided to revisit Meadstone Falls. The deep upstream rock pools make this an inviting destination on a hot summer’s day!

Tomatillo tart

Tomatillo Tart

So I had a modest crop of tomatillos in my hothouse! This tart was surprisingly tasty and easy to cook. I think you will enjoy it too!

Salad featuring tomatillo salsa verde

Deadly Dips and Salsas

This is my motley collection of side dishes such as dips, salsas and chutneys. When I get a chance I will add to the collection!