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Water [2]: more from less

Posted on 25 April, 2016 by fobif

One of the problems with Government policy papers is that they tend to be relentlessly positive, to want to be friends with everyone: ‘We will manage water to support a healthy environment, a prosperous economy and thriving communities, now and … Continue reading →

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Water [3]: what about the environment?

Posted on 25 April, 2016 by fobif

We should say right off that this paper’s an advance on the 2013 strategy in that it confronts the question of climate change, something the Coalition government habitually covered up with the gormless phrase, ‘natural climate variability.’ There are some … 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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Muckleford Creek: past memories, present reality

Posted on 18 April, 2016 by fobif

If you haven’t seen it already, go down to the Castlemaine Market building and have a look at Deanna Neville’s exhibition, A camera and a creek: glimpses of the Muckleford Creek, accompanied by reflections on the creek’s past and present … Continue reading →

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