Sydney and its surrounds are home to a handful of small goat dairies and farms that supply raw (unpasteurised) goat's milk, typically marketed as cosmetic or bath milk, or offered through herd-share arrangements. This guide explains how these suppliers usually operate, what you can expect to pay, and how to choose one — with the important legal context around raw milk in Australia.
Raw (unpasteurised) milk is generally not permitted to be sold for human consumption in Australia, with narrow licensed exceptions (e.g. NSW-licensed raw goat's milk and certain aged raw-milk cheeses). Listings describe how each supplier markets their products (e.g. cosmetic/bath milk, herd shares, licensed exemptions) — verify a supplier's licensing directly with them and always follow FSANZ guidance.
Farm-based wellness brand selling fresh and frozen 100% raw goat milk explicitly labelled as 'bath milk' ($10/L) via its online store, alongside organic groceries and skincare. Serves Camden, Liverpool, Macarthur and Wollondilly regions (contact before ordering from elsewhere). Raw milk legally framed as a cosmetic bath product.
Family-owned Saanen goat dairy licensed by the NSW Food Authority to produce and sell raw (unpasteurised) A2 goat milk for human consumption — goat milk has a licensing exemption from pasteurisation in NSW. Weekly raw goat milk delivery to Sydney and Melbourne, plus award-winning artisan goat cheeses and farm visits/tastings.
A specialty cheesemonger in Potts Point stocking raw A2 goat milk, with delivery available, alongside a range of legal aged raw-milk cheeses.
Working goat farm in Western Sydney selling fresh raw A2 goat milk from its on-farm store (goat milk pasteurisation exemption). Also delivers. Farm shop with other produce.
Chapel Lane produces biodynamic, hand-milked raw Nigerian Dwarf goat milk (A2, never heated) on their Hawkesbury property near Sydney. Sold openly as raw goat milk under the NSW goat milk exemption in 1L and 2L bottles at the CE Foods stall at Newcastle City Farmers Market on Sundays, Castle Hill Farmers Market on the second and fourth Saturdays, and through AB Cheese at Bondi Farmers Market on Saturdays.
In Australia, raw (unpasteurised) milk is not permitted to be sold for human consumption. For this reason, goat dairies and farms around Sydney that offer raw goat's milk almost always market it as cosmetic or bath milk, or make it available through herd-share arrangements where people part-own the animals. This guide is a neutral directory of what suppliers offer and how they present their products — it is not advice to drink raw milk, and we make no health claims about it. For the official position, refer to FSANZ guidance on raw milk.
This page features a small number of Sydney-region producers, including Nurture Nation (Leppington), Jannei Goat Dairy (Lidsdale, near Lithgow), Fenech Family Farm (Horsley Park in Western Sydney), and Chapel Lane Raw Goat Milk (Hawkesbury region). Listings reflect what each supplier makes available; always confirm details directly with the producer.
Most small goat dairies in and around Sydney are family-run operations working with modest herds. Beyond raw milk marketed as cosmetic or bath milk, many also sell a range of related products, which can include:
Bath and cosmetic milk is generally sold in bottles or jars, labelled as not for human consumption. Herd-share arrangements are structured differently — participants pay a fee for a share in the herd and an ongoing cost for care and milking, and collect their portion of the milk.
There are a few common ways to buy from these producers:
Prices vary widely by producer, product and quantity, and change over time — treat the following as a rough guide only, and always confirm current pricing with the supplier:
Smaller herds, organic practices and home delivery all tend to push prices toward the higher end.
Because these are small operations, the right choice comes down to transparency, consistency and how well the supplier's setup suits you. Consider:
Before committing — especially for a herd share or a regular order — ask:
Regulations and licensing arrangements can change, and individual producers may adjust what they offer. Always confirm current details directly with the supplier, and consult FSANZ and your state health authority for the latest position on raw milk in Australia.
Or read the full raw goat's milk guide, or browse all Sydney producers.
Raw (unpasteurised) milk cannot be sold for human consumption in Australia. Suppliers around Sydney generally market raw goat's milk as cosmetic or bath milk, or offer it through herd-share arrangements. See FSANZ guidance for the official position.
A herd share is an arrangement where you pay a buy-in fee for a part-ownership stake in the goats, plus an ongoing care or milking fee, and receive a portion of the milk. Terms vary by producer, so ask for the written agreement and details before joining.
As a rough guide only, raw goat's milk marketed as cosmetic/bath milk commonly runs about $5–$12 per litre, while herd shares typically involve a once-off buy-in plus ongoing fees. Prices vary by producer and change over time, so always confirm directly.
Look for producers with an established track record and genuine reviews, transparency about how their goats are raised, and recognised certification (such as ACO or NASAA) where organic claims are made. Ask how products are labelled, stored and delivered.
Common options include farm-gate pickup, scheduled Sydney delivery runs or central pickup points, farmers market stalls (mainly for cheese and soap), herd-share collection, and food co-op bulk orders. Availability and hours vary, so check with each supplier.