Author Archives: fobif

It’s not Bambi, it’s not cute–and it’s coming to a place near you

Posted on 16 September, 2019 by fobif

More and more deer sightings are being reported from our region, where they were once reasonably uncommon. A herd of 11 was seen in Muckleford last month, and last weekend 7 were sighted in the Gough’s Range State Forest. Reports … Continue reading →

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Rubbish: hang on, this isn’t rubbish…

Posted on 26 August, 2019 by fobif

We’ve almost stopped being surprised by the rubbish people dump in the bush: a complete lounge suite in Kalimna Park! A washing machine in the Columbine Creek catchment! What will the dumpers think of next? And what does that tell … Continue reading →

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Promoting bad behaviour in the bush

Posted on 26 August, 2019 by fobif

What a great photo! No nonsense about ‘keeping to formed tracks,’ which is the law on Victoria’s public land. This is the latest piece of cowboy propaganda from The Age [24/8], which shares with numerous 4WD ads on TV an … Continue reading →

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Views north, south and west

Posted on 19 August, 2019 by fobif

A strong group turned up for FOBIF’s August walk in brisk weather yesterday. They were rewarded with a fine route across high ridges above Expedition Pass, with magnificent views north and south, triangulated by Mounts Alexander, Macedon and Franklin. The … Continue reading →

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Mount Alexander: snow!

Posted on 12 August, 2019 by fobif

A dump of snow on Saturday night changed the face of Mount Alexander, and attracted numerous sightseers on Sunday. The snow had essentially retreated by Sunday afternoon.

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