Author Archives: fobif

Membership reminder

Posted on 5 June, 2025 by fobif

Thanks to everyone who has paid their membership fees. In case it has slipped your mind or are a new member, you can find the relevant form here. Members who haven’t changed their details can skip filling out the form and … Continue reading →

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New FOBIF supported book on gravel bike rides

Posted on 2 June, 2025 by fobif

Maldon Cycling, with support from FOBIF, has produced a new book, Seventeen Gravel Bike Rides: Maldon & Beyond.  The area around Maldon is a great place for gravel rides on unmade roads and tracks. The routes are through local bush … Continue reading →

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Pre-1852 Eucalypts of Maldon Walk

Posted on 19 May, 2025 by fobif

Today’s FOBIF walk was in the Maldon township on a chilly, windy morning. We are grateful to Bev Phillips from MULGA ( Maldon Urban Landcare Group) for her informative and interesting talks, as we walked and gazed in wonder at … Continue reading →

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Events at Castlemaine Library-John Bonnice & Barry Golding

Posted on 1 May, 2025 by fobif

Two events that might be of interest to readers are held as part of National Reconcilliation Week at the Goldfields Library, Castlemaine branch. John Bonnice, who recently conducted a workshop for the FOBIF committee, invites you to explore beliefs and … Continue reading →

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From Victorian Forest Alliance; News, a petition & fundraiser

Posted on 1 May, 2025 by fobif

  Destructive “Salvage” Logging Escalates in Wombat State Forest Large-scale removal of fallen trees from Wombat State Forest is accelerating under the false pretence of fire risk reduction—despite clear warnings from scientists and community groups. These environmentally damaging operations began … Continue reading →

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