Category Archives: News

Spring prowl

Posted on 18 October, 2015 by fobif

A typically strong group rocked up for FOBIF’s October walk on Sunday, expertly and entertainingly led by Elaine Bayes and Damien Cook through the Morgan’s Track area of the Diggings Park. In spite of the dry season there was plenty … Continue reading →

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The Big Tree: does it really need the doctor?

Posted on 14 October, 2015 by fobif

The Guildford Progress Association has written a considered letter to the Mount Alexander Shire to express concern over plans to prune the tree in the interests of its long term health [see our Post]. It essentially argues that the proposed … Continue reading →

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Family Bush Walk: 25 October 2015

Posted on 13 October, 2015 by fobif

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This year’s Camp Out on the Mount

Posted on 11 October, 2015 by fobif

The Camp Out on the Mount is on again next weekend, 17-18 October. As well as the Pine Purge on Saturday there are lots of other activities. To find out more click on the poster to the left. There is also more information … Continue reading →

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Powerful Owl Presentation

Posted on 11 October, 2015 by fobif

Newstead residents and readers of the Natural Newstead blog may be familiar with the spectacular and rare Powerful Owls, which have very successfully raised young down by the Loddon River. But what are the lives of these magnificent nocturnal hunters … Continue reading →

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