The fire season is drawing to a close; it has been such a pleasure to talk to the dedicated leaders at our local Fire Brigades each week: they always have a spare moment and are happy to share their considerable knowledge. Thanks for your time, Brendan, Bruce and Doug. Baringhup Captain of Baringhup Fire Brigade…
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The Victorian 2025 duck season commenced Wednesday 19 March and will continue until Sunday 9 June, as the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) reports that February rainfall was “below average to very much below average” for large areas of the state. Given the recent rain-deficient period, those against duck hunting are concerned that the birds are…
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Young Muckleford artist’s work hits the road
Young Muckleford artist’s work hits the road. Thea Sydes of Muckleford, who was recently presented a Mount Alexander Youth Award in Music and the Arts, is a multi-talented artist with a passion for nature and so was the perfect candidate to create a gorgeous design for the side of a waste collection truck. Thea is…
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Home climate resilience workbook
Mount Alexander Shire Council is one of the supporters of a new resource to help people learn how to make their home or property ready for extreme weather events.
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