Discover the Charm of Our Angora Goats

At Currajong Retreat, we’re more than just a unique glamping destination – we’re a working farm, home to a delightful mob of Angora goats. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to these charming animals and share why they’re so special.

What Are Angora Goats?

Angora goats are renowned for their long, luxurious locks of mohair—a soft and lustrous fibre that's sheared like sheep wool. Our goats’ coats resemble neat dreadlocks and are highly valued in the textile industry. But more on mohair in a future post!

The Currajong Difference

Our mob ranges from 380 to 450 goats, depending on the season. Using holistic farming management techniques, we move them from paddock to paddock regularly to prevent overgrazing and maintain healthy pastures and healthy animals. What truly sets our goats apart is their friendly and responsive nature. When we first moved to the farm, we inherited around 100 goats, some of which were already quite sociable. Recognising the benefits of this, we’ve continued to nurture and encourage these behaviours, resulting in a mob that loves human interaction.

Each of our goats has a unique personality – from those who enjoy a chin tickle to others who prefer a head rub or a scratch between the horns. Their quirks provide endless heartwarming stories and cherished memories.

Life with Our Goats

Our goats maintain close bonds with our farmers throughout their lives. They often approach us in the paddocks just to say hello. Guests are welcome to explore the property and meet our friendly mob during their stay. We also offer guided Goat Tours, providing an up-close and personal experience.

Moving the Mob

We use minimal stress-handling techniques to move our goats. Often, it’s as simple as opening a gate. Other times, we use a call-and-response method, where the goats follow one of our farmers, usually Jenny, as she leads the way with the goat leaders of the mob. The goats trust their leaders, who play a crucial role in these movements. These leaders generally have a close bond with our farmers which makes moving the mob seamless (most of the time).

Breeding and Kidding Season

Our breeding season starts in April, with the Bucks joining the Does for six weeks. The Does have a five-month gestation period, giving birth in September. This period, known as Kidding Season, is the busiest and most magical time on the farm. There’s so much to share about kidding season that it deserves a dedicated blog post.