The secret life of an alpaca farmer: How this Karaka resident balances big-city glamour with raising 150 alpacas

Her working life is dedicated to the glamour and romance of weddings, but another job has stolen Lisa Charteris’ heart. Words: Nadene HallĀ  Photos: Sheryl Burson Who: Lisa Charteris, Waters Edge Alpacas What: 150+ alpaca Land: 2ha (5 acres) plus 34ha (85 acre) lease block Where: Karaka, 40km south of Auckland For much of her … Continue reading The secret life of an alpaca farmer: How this Karaka resident balances big-city glamour with raising 150 alpacas