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Looking at Grasslands

Posted on 21 October, 2016 by fobif

Malmsbury Landcare has organised a field day on Sunday 6 November led by Paul Foreman to look at the now severely depleted native grasslands in their district. These grasslands are currently listed as nationally endangered and even the best local sites are … Continue reading →

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Kaweka Wildflower Sanctuary Committee 50 years celebration

Posted on 19 October, 2016 by fobif

Judith Tregear has sent us the follow report and photos of the recent 50 years celebration of the Kaweka Wildflower Sanctuary. There was a lovely celebration on Sunday October 2 at Kaweka Wildflower Sanctuary. We were delighted to mark 50 … Continue reading →

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Last FOBIF walk for the year

Posted on 17 October, 2016 by fobif

Last Sunday (October 16) Alex Panelli led the last FOBIF walk for 2016 in the Fryers Ranges. Alex has led several walks in the area and this time we explored some of the valleys descending from Fryers Ridge and Old … Continue reading →

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Presentation on Bushfire at Newstead Community Centre

Posted on 17 October, 2016 by fobif

This Thursday (October 20) there will be a presentation, Protecting from Bushfire, Protecting our Biodiversity, at the Newstead Community Centre starting at 8 pm. All are welcome to attend. Newstead Landcare has sent us the following information on the event: As … Continue reading →

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Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park survey

Posted on 16 October, 2016 by fobif

Parks Victoria is currently reviewing the Heritage Action Plan for the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park: We want to know about the places you value within the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park, find out about issues of concern and get … Continue reading →

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