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Dama Dama Free Range has been impacted by the tragic fire that occurred 3 March 2026 at Castle Estate, Koallah.
As Game Meat Inspectors, Castle Estate manages the inspection of our venison, and because of this devastating fire, we will no longer be able to operate our small business. This will affect all supply to our restaurants, online customers, and our farmers market stalls.
We are fortunate to have already moved our current stock to our butchers in Colac. This venison will be available at the following farmers markets - Torquay Farmers Market 7th and 14th March and South Geelong on the 15th March. This will be the last opportunity to purchase fresh Dama Dama for the foreseeable future.
All online sales have been suspended.
There is potential for a frozen stock sale at Torquay Farmers on the 21st March. This will be confirmed closer to the date.
Our thoughts are with the owners and workers of Castle Estate and send our sincere thoughts and support to everyone impacted by this fire. Many small businesses in the community will also feel the effects of this loss.
Thank you to our customers for your understanding and continued support during this difficult time. We will share updates as soon as we know more about the path forward.
Anthony & Beth Roe
Dama Dama Free Range is a family owned business run by Anthony & Beth Roe in South West Victoria. The Roe's moved away from the chaos of Sydney 15 years ago to create a self sufficient & less stressful lifestyle for their young family. Anthony has been self sourcing wild venison from the Otway's for many years and is keen for others to
Dama Dama Free Range is a family owned business run by Anthony & Beth Roe in South West Victoria. The Roe's moved away from the chaos of Sydney 15 years ago to create a self sufficient & less stressful lifestyle for their young family. Anthony has been self sourcing wild venison from the Otway's for many years and is keen for others to be able to experience the flavour & nutritional benefits unique to wild harvested Venison. Anthony is an experienced and ethical hunter and qualified game meat harvester. Dama Dama Free Range sources wild fallow deer from private properties in the Otway region.
Previous attempts at pest species control has seen deer shot and left in the forest. Not only does this waste a nutritious food source but leads to an increase in fox, cat and wild dog numbers. Dama Dama Free-range aims to humanely control deer numbers in the Otway's while having minimal impact on the natural environment.
All venison is processed and butchered locally by expert butchers.
Dama Dama Free Range has been impacted by the tragic fire that occurred 3 March 2026 at Castle Estate, Koallah.
As Game Meat Inspectors, Castle Estate manages the inspection of our venison, and because of this devastating fire, we will no longer be able to operate our small business. This will affect all supply to our restaurants, online customers, and our farmers market stalls.