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The Buloke Times
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Changing of the Guard

At the recent Donald Public Cemetery Trust Annual General meeting, Shane O’Shea was elected as chairman, with Rhonda Russell and Helen Sheridan sharing the position of secretary/treasurer. They will be taking over from Vivienne Davidson, who has...

Buloke Times
12 Aug 2025
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“Tchum Lake – An Apex Project That Keeps on Giving, from 1975”

(From Maureen Donnellon, Birchip Probus Secretary.) Brian Lea, Birchip Probus president was guest speaker on the role played by Birchip Apex Club, from 1975, without whom, the Tchum Lake we know and love, may never have been created. Brian was the...

Buloke Times
12 Aug 2025
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Landline Sneak Peek

What an unforgettable week it has been at the “Buloke Times”, as the extraordinary milestone was reached – 150 years of publication! It’s been a week filled with excitement, cake, confetti, and hearty congratulations from so many, all of...

Buloke Times
01 Aug 2025
Local business

Hardingham’s Welcomes Midwest

In a move towards modernization and growth, Hardingham’s, a name synonymous with plumbing in the Buloke area for decades, has officially rebranded itself as Midwest Plumbing and Appliances Pty Ltd. Owners Adam and Alex Schulz, Sam Penfold and...

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18 Jul 2025
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CFA Celebrates Youth Fest

September not only marks the start of spring, it also marks Youth Fest, an annual celebration that champions young people and amplifies their voices. CFA’s youngest first lieutenant, Brodie Hanks, is one of the many youths CFA is celebrating this...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
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A Message on Driveway Measurements

[From CFA] Fire trucks are large, heavy vehicles that need to quickly locate and access properties and water. You can help us to help you by ensuring your gates and driveways are wide enough for a fire truck to fit through, and its doors to be...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
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Hindmarsh Councillors Tour Industrial Estate

Donald’s booming industrial precinct has caught the eye of Hindmarsh Shire Council, with Mayor Ron Ismay and five councillors touring the estate last week, alongside Economic Development Manager Mark Fletcher. The group, led by Ismay –...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
Community

North-Central Garden Club Supports Gardening Projects

The North Central Garden Club donated $400 to a beautification project in Charlton, and also donated the same amount of money to Wycheproof, as there are seven active members in Wycheproof from the Garden Club. This money was donated to the...

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09 Sep 2025
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Football

Pressure Bulls Tame Tigers – and Off to the Big Dance

(By Chris Lee) A steely Birchip-Watchem gang tackled their way into next week’s grand final defeating a brave Sea Lake-Nandaly by just 10 points in an absorbing low scoring affair on a near perfect football day at St Arnaud’s Lord Nelson Park...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
Sport

Hockey Association’s Awards Night

On Monday, September 1, the North Central Hockey Association gathered to celebrate the 2025 season. In attendance were NCHA Life Members, Simone Christie, Michelle Hargreaves and Angela Poxon, and NCNA president, Kim Fitzpatrick and myriad players...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
Sport

Croquet Competitors Converge on Charlton

The annual Murray Valley Golf Croquet Tournament was held at Charlton Croquet Club on August 30 and 31, 2025, attracting 30 entries from 13 clubs: Ballarat West, Boort, Castlemaine, Colac, Eastern Park, Horsham, Maldon, Mildura, Quarry Hill, Sale...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
Sport

National Award for Minyip Murtoa Club

In a remarkable achievement, the Minyip Murtoa Football Netball Club (MMFNC) has been named the national winner of the 2025 Toyota AFL National Community Club of the Year award. The Minyip Murtoa Club, which also secured the state title, was...

Buloke Times
09 Sep 2025
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Agriculture

At BCG’s Main Field Day: Dig into Soil Challenges and Solutions for Growers

Farmers and advisors attending BCG’s Main Field Day on Wednesday September 10 at Birchip will have the chance to step into a 20-metre-long soil pit to see first-hand what lies beneath their crops and how it impacts production. BCG Senior Scientist...

Birchip Cropping Group
09 Sep 2025
Agriculture

BCG Main Field Day, September 10: Farming Without Paraquat – What Could Come Next?

With paraquat under review by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA), farmers across north-west Victoria face uncertainty about the future of one of their most relied-upon weed control tools. What happens to weed...

Birchip Cropping Group
05 Sep 2025
Agriculture

RIC Certainty Welcome, but More Support Needed

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement last week of ongoing certainty for the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) beyond 2026, but says farmers urgently need more meaningful support in the face...

Buloke Times
05 Sep 2025
Agriculture

BCG Has New Partnership

BCG has announced a new partnership with iconic Australian workwear brand RB Sellars, officially launched at BCG’s Chair’s Breakfast on Thursday, August 21. The event brought together growers, advisers and community members to hear from RB...

Birchip Cropping Group
02 Sep 2025