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Our President is stepping down

FOBIF’s President (chairperson), Christine Henderson, is stepping down from this role. Christine has been a committee member for 4 – 5 years, and more recently as President. We are grateful to Christine for her contribution and glad to say that … Continue reading

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What FOBIF does and why

Last year, the new committee gathered to consider the purpose and aims of FOBIF. A few of the outgoing committee members who were instrumental in the establishment of FOBIF, were invited to attend and give input. What follows is a … Continue reading

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MASC biodiversity strategy in progress

Mount Alexander Shire is in the consultation phase of it’s Biodiversity Strategy. There are a number of ways they are consulting you can see here. I urge everyone to complete the survey to ensure our aspirations are captured.  Liz Martin Greehood Orchids, … Continue reading

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Sold, sold & sold!

The story of a Fryerstown man, Charles Sanger (1880-1953) was first published in 2008, and “Vagabond” sold, sold and sold! To the extent a re-print was considered necessary. Due to continued interest in the book, the publisher, Friends of the … Continue reading

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New Edition: Vagabond, the Story of Charles Sanger

A new edition Vagabond, the Story of Charles Sanger will be launched by local author Robyn Annear at 12pm this Saturday (23 May) in the Castlemaine library foyer. The book was first written in 2008 by Bernard Slattery, Doug Ralph … Continue reading

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