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Is PV running a chain of amusement parks?

Posted on 1 November, 2021 by fobif

FOBIF has given in to temptation again, and had a shot at the consultation process on Parks Victoria’s land management strategy. Our submission concentrated on two points: The draft strategy is completely vague on how Parks Victoria will handle the … Continue reading →

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Peak season

Posted on 18 October, 2021 by fobif

A strong group tackled FOBIF’s October walk around the Fryers Ridge yesterday in fine cool weather. The walk started at the junction of the Fryers Ridge and Fryers-Taradale roads, and wound down some nameless tracks and around to gullies on … Continue reading →

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A fantasy, and a dose of reality

Posted on 18 October, 2021 by fobif

One day we might see a big headline in all the Murdoch media: ‘Biodiversity: worth fighting for!’ Until then, we’ll have to be content with a small item in the mainstream media, and things like the following: ‘Victoria’s biodiversity provides … Continue reading →

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Take a walk!

Posted on 10 October, 2021 by fobif

It’s spring. It’s time to get out and have a look around—if you can. And here’s an extra incentive to go out to explore a bit: FOBIF’s latest publication, Twenty Bushwalks in the Mount Alexander Region, is off the presses. It … Continue reading →

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Parks Victoria: good ideas, bad ideas

Posted on 10 October, 2021 by fobif

Parks Victoria has released a draft Land Management Strategy for consultation. You can find it here,  together with info on how to put in a response to the strategy. The consultation is open till November 1. The draft document has … Continue reading →

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