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The up side of cold weather

Posted on 23 July, 2023 by fobif

OK, it’s cold. And a bit damp. On the other hand, any negative thoughts about this should be softened by the horrific reports we’re getting about heat waves in the northern hemisphere… And the good side is that mosses are … Continue reading →

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Promises, promises

Posted on 23 July, 2023 by fobif

‘The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action wants your feedback on the draft of Victoria’s Bushfire Management Strategy, which will set the vision for bushfire management in Victoria for the next 10 years.’ You can find the strategy here. And … Continue reading →

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The long walk: creek valleys, ‘category 1 climbs’

Posted on 17 July, 2023 by fobif

A hardy group of five set out in brilliant frosty weather yesterday for FOBIF’s June long walk. Walk conditions were perfect, as was the length of the walk, estimated as between 12 and 24 kilometres. We suspect the second estimate … Continue reading →

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A downbeat note: the destruction goes on

Posted on 17 July, 2023 by fobif

A downbeat note for FOBIF’s walkers along Wewak track yesterday was the sight of yet more evidence of timber theft along this track. Wewak track seems to be a favourite spot for timber thieves, and their efforts are threatening to … Continue reading →

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Kangaroos: a need for clarity, monitoring, and considered views

Posted on 1 July, 2023 by fobif

The state government is running a consultation on its ‘Review of the kangaroo harvesting plan.’ You can participate by going here. The plan, and the program it describes, is justified by the following: ‘Areas with large kangaroo populations can experience … Continue reading →

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