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Welcome to the Gordilly Park News Page, your exclusive gateway into the heart of our passion for Valais Blacknose Sheep.
Join us on this virtual journey as we share insights, stories, and updates that illuminate the unique world of our beloved flock and the vibrant community we’re building.
Melbourne Royal Show 2025 – A Celebration
What an incredible few days at the Melbourne Royal Show 2025. We are truly grateful to the Melbourne Royal for featuring the Valais Blacknose Sheep as this year’s Feature Breed. These gentle, striking sheep captured so many hearts, and it was amazing to see families...
Grading Adventure – Hohtenn & Ferden
We had the incredible opportunity to join Romeo Eggel and Phillip Schmidt, front and centre, keeping pace with grading in two Swiss villages. First Stop: Hohtenn Our first stop was Hohtenn, where grading took place just 100 metres from a local wedding. The atmosphere...
Valais Grading Course – Gamsen, Switzerland
We recently had the incredible privilege of attending the Valais Grading Course in Gamsen, Switzerland, where we learned directly from three of Switzerland’s leading expert graders and breeders. Our instructors — Richard Zeiter, Romeo Eggel, and Josef Eyre — are...
Back in Mund to watch the gradings!
We are very excited to be back in Mund, right in the heart of Valais, to watch the gradings of the Valais Blacknose sheep! It’s always a special experience being here — not just for the sheep themselves, but also for the tradition, community, and passion that...
Meet the Valais Boys at Sheepvention 2025!
We’re all set up and ready to go for Sheepvention this weekend — and our Valais Blacknose boys, Max and Myles, are just as excited as we are! These two have been practising their best poses, and they’re looking forward to plenty of up-close-and-personal photo...
Australian Sheep and Wool Show – Highlights
What an incredible few days at the Australian Sheep and Wool Show. A huge congratulations to all exhibitors — just making it to Bendigo is a feat in itself, and the quality of animals on display this year was outstanding. It was especially wonderful to welcome...
Rob at judging course in Switzerland!
Soaking it all in during an amazing judging course here in Switzerland! Great conversations, learning heaps, and let’s be honest, the views are absolutely unreal. Between the sessions and those alpine moments, this whole experience is something special.
Getting Sheep For Your Hobby Farm? Watch First!
Are you thinking of getting sheep for your hobby farm or small block? Watch this first to learn everything you need to know before making the commitment. From housing and feeding to breeding and health, we cover it all in this informative video! Don't start your sheep...
Royal Geelong Show Winners!
We had a fantastic weekend at the Royal Geelong Show. Our beautiful ewe Koto won overall Champion Ewe and our ram lamb Lancelot won Champion Lamb and Reserve Champion Ram. We would like to thank Heather and her team of friendly volunteers involved in running a...