Buloke Times

Mahjong Anyone?

By “No Jokers Here” Game playing or mind sports are an important factor in maintaining mental health which becomes even more crucial as we age. The skills involved, such as problem solving, developing strategies and prolonged concentration...

Events

Show and Shine at Wycheproof

The Wycheproof Lions Club Show and Shine was held at the Mt. Wycheproof and District Racecourse on March 9. An impressive array of vehicles was on display, enticing many engine enthusiasts to the town for the long weekend, and judges had a difficult...

Events

“Country” Theme Headlines Pacing Cup: Ladies’ Dress Codes Among the Winners

The dress code was “Relaxed Country” and the marketing called on race-goers to kit up in “Akubras and boots”. The 2025 Charlton Pacing Cup homed in on all things rural with the theme “We’re All Country” as patrons responded with gusto...

Jenny Pollard

Brad’s Bravery Recognised: Firefighters Win National Medals

A National Medal presentation was held at Donald CFA Fire Station on Saturday, March 15, with nine members within Buloke West Group receiving the significant honour in front of a large gathering of family and friends. Master of ceremonies for the...

Field & Game

“Wrong Decision”, Declares Laurie Levy: Duck Season Already Under Way

Coalition Against Duck Shooting Campaign Director, Laurie Levy, said at the weekend: “Despite the scientific reports that show native waterbirds are in serious long-term decline, Premier Jacinta Allan has extended Victoria’s duck shooting season...

Local business

Top Awards for Donald Bakery

The Donald Bakery left the 2025 Victorian Baking Show, hosted in Bendigo, with a tray full of awards. The awards were handed out earlier this month and Donald was once again firmly placed on the map thanks to the incredible efforts of the team at...

Obituary

Fond Farewell for Kathy Hose – A Leader in Many Endeavours

The funeral service for Kathryn Anne Hose, “Kathy”, was held at Tuckers Funerals Geelong, in Highton on Thursday, March 6. Her elder brother, Denis Flett, delivered the story of her childhood and family adventures, and this is a condensed...

Sport

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Tennis

Wycheproof’s 72nd Labour Day Tennis Tournament

[From Wycheproof Tennis Club] Another highly successful and enjoyable tennis tournament was held in Wycheproof over the Labour Day long weekend this year. With preparations beginning in January the weekend was certainly a busy one! President and...

Bowls

Ladies’ Invitation Day

Lively chatter marked the beginning of the Donald Bowls Ladies Invitation Day on March 3. The “picture perfect” green and the ideal sunny day set the tone for an enjoyable day of bowls. Fourteen teams from Weddernburn, Donald Golf, Boort, St...

Bowls

Birchip Grey Regional Champions

In the small tight-knit town of Birchip the local bowls club has been a source of local pride, not only for its results, but more importantly for the spirit and camaraderie of its members. The Birchip club fields two Division One teams in the...

Tennis

Kara Kara and Birchip Into Grand Finals

The Kara Kara and Birchip tennis teams have secured their places in the North Central Lawn Tennis Association grand final after hard-fought semi-final victories over Wirrim and St Arnaud, respectively, on Saturday. In a day of intense competition...

Agriculture

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Pastures and Fodder Crops Lower Weed Numbers

(Cindy Benjamin, WeedSmart) A robust crop and pasture rotation and strong crop competition are very effective strategies in mixed farming operations to keep weed numbers low in grain crops. The flow-on effect of the low weed numbers is that there is...

Thinking of Keeping Backyard Chooks?

(Dr Jeff Cave, Senior Veterinary Officer, Northern Region) Chickens can be a great addition to your home, filling various roles such as producing eggs, fertilising gardens, eating your food scraps, plus being a pet and providing companionship for...

Agriculture Victoria

BCG Riskwi$e Roadshow: Optimising Farm Business Success

With the cost of farming per hectare at an all-time high, Australian grain growers are facing increasing pressure to make informed, strategic business decisions. The balance between maximising production and ensuring profitability has never been...

Birchip Cropping Group

12 Mar 2025