Author Archives: fobif

Subscriptions are now due

Posted on 23 January, 2023 by fobif

We have recently sent our 2023 FOBIF newsletter with a renewal membership form to members. If you haven’t received one or would like to become a member you can find the membership form and payment details here.

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More contributions to FOBIF turns 25 show

Posted on 22 January, 2023 by fobif

We have had a terrific response to our call for contributions to our FOBIF turns 25 exhibition. You can see all the entries here. The closing date for contributions is in just over a week (31st January). You can find … Continue reading →

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2023 FOBIF walks program

Posted on 16 January, 2023 by fobif

The 2023 FOBIF walks program is now on the website. The first walk is on Sunday 19 March. All walks start at the Community House in Templeton Street at 9.30am apart from the July 16 Long Walk led by Jeremy … Continue reading →

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Colours from an ancient ocean

Posted on 7 January, 2023 by fobif

There are many sites around the Castlemaine area where 19th Century gold miners have removed all traces of soil in a process called ‘ground sluicing’. A blight upon the environment, but also, a wonderful opportunity to take a peek at … Continue reading →

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Another contribution to Fobif turns 25 show

Posted on 6 January, 2023 by fobif

Phil Ingamells has sent in the this photo and text for the Fobif turns 25 exhibition. New contributions from Janet Barker, Christine Henderson, Damian Kelly, and Philip and Judy Hopley, can be found here. There are so many ways to … Continue reading →

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