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FOBIF Tree exhibition moves to Newstead

Posted on 17 May, 2016 by fobif

The FOBIF exhibition, Trees in the Mount Alexander Region, is being held in 2 locations this year, TOGS and the new Newstead Railway Arts Hub. The TOGS show which finished recently was a great success with lots of positive responses and sales … Continue reading →

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Beautiful walk on a beautiful day

Posted on 16 May, 2016 by fobif

Sunday’s FOBIF walk started from The Monk car park and was led by Barb Guerin and Lionel Jenkins. The weather was perfect, sunny and warm. Nineteen people came on the walk . We saw and heard about many of the historic … Continue reading →

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April 24th FOBIF kids walk

Posted on 4 May, 2016 by fobif

On Sunday 24th April six local families came to Kalimna Point to hear an introduction from Max Schlachter from the Friends of Kalimna Park to the park before heading off on a bushwalk around the point. The warm Sunday morning … Continue reading →

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Big turnout for April FOBIF walk

Posted on 18 April, 2016 by fobif

Close to seventy people came along to the April FOBIF walk in the Yapeen and Guildford plateau area. The weather was sunny with a light breeze and walkers enjoyed the sensational views in all directions from Max Kay’s property. Commentary on … Continue reading →

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New local weed brochure

Posted on 18 April, 2016 by fobif

Harcourt Valley Landcare group and FOBIF are proud to announce the release of the local weed guide. This guide is intended as an introduction to some new and established weeds in the Castlemaine region. It gives a brief description of … Continue reading →

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