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Brendan Sydes “The importance of community groups and citizen science for protecting and restoring our natural environment”

Posted on 9 March, 2026 by fobif

The Castlemaine Field Naturalists AGM & talk Brendan is an environmental lawyer and former Executive Director of Environmental Justice Australia. He is the National Biodiversity Policy Adviser to the Australian Conservation Foundation, and a Board of Management member for several … Continue reading →

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First walk for the year, Spring Gully

Posted on 9 March, 2026 by fobif

15 March A backyard view of Spring Gully Carolyn Crowther 0407 214 049 This walk with a Spring Gully local, is an invitation to ask: what do we owe the place now? Find out the answers on this walk. We will follow kangaroo … Continue reading →

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Bibron’s Toadlet Field Trip Soon

Posted on 2 March, 2026 by fobif

Karl gave us a great insight into this ‘Fascinating little critter’. We learnt how we can use citizen science to protect its habitat which will give this endangered species a greater chance of survival. Today’s rainy day was the perfect … Continue reading →

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A new book from Alison Pouliot

Posted on 24 February, 2026 by fobif

This free event will feature Alison Pouliot in conversation with Paradise Bookshop’s own Devon Taylor, delving into the adventures and scientific discoveries that shaped the creation of her new book, Mushroom Day. Attendees will be treated to tales from the … Continue reading →

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Next Monday Bibron’s Toadlet citizen science

Posted on 22 February, 2026 by fobif

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Membership and walks program

Posted on 22 February, 2026 by fobif

It’s nearly that time of year again. Walks begin next month on Sunday 15th March. https://www.fobif.org.au/walks/ If you are a member and didn’t get your program in the mail, please let us know info@fobif.org.au. We have a number of members … Continue reading →

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Art auction fundraiser for Red Box Wildlife Shelter

Posted on 22 February, 2026 by fobif

In the wake of the recent devastating fires, the Red Box Wildlife Shelter has been overwhelmed. They are receiving a constant stream of burn-injured kangaroos & displaced wildlife desperately searching for food & water. The need for care is immediate … Continue reading →

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Help us find the Bibrons Toadlet

Posted on 16 February, 2026 by fobif

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Nature Art Soundscapes performance fundraiser for Red Box Wildlife Shelter; 7pm on Saturday 28th February @ Old Castlemaine Jail.

Posted on 9 February, 2026 by fobif

Nature Art Soundscapes are musicians Hilary Blackshaw (violin, guitar and vocals), Joel Bloom (lap steel guitar), Clara Schutz (cello) and artist Jane Rusden. The quartet celebrates local woodland wildlife through weaving beautiful live art making with evocative musical soundscapes. … Continue reading →

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Life with Birds – a collaboration with the Newstead Arts Hub and Castlemaine State Festival

Posted on 6 February, 2026 by fobif

Life with Birds is an immersive celebration of the birds and woodland ecosystems of central Victoria. A distinguished collaboration of writers, artists, photographers, sound recordists, field naturalists and scientists will enable participants to enjoy and learn on the path to … Continue reading →

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