News

Meet the Moving Church – One Hundred Years On

An article by Bacchus Marsh Uniting Church. This story starts in about 1880 when the residents of the small rural community of East Laen, about 10km southwest of Donald, decided to build themselves a Methodist Church. Not much is known about this...

Buloke Times

21 hours ago

Community

Donald’s Learning Group Shares Food Relief Grants

Communities facing food insecurity will have increased access to healthy food thanks to grants awarded through the State Government’s Community Food Relief program. Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes announced grants in Northern Victoria to...

Buloke Times

21 hours ago

Field & Game

Game Bird Harvest Report is Available

The Game Management Authority (GMA) has released the Estimates of Duck and Stubble Quail Harvest in Victoria 2024 report. Results show an estimated 391,900 game ducks were harvested in 2024, which is 22 per cent above the long-term average of...

Buloke Times

21 hours ago

Video

The Rex is Back for ’25

The Rex is pleased to be welcoming patrons back for 2025 with movies to suit all tastes. This weekend’s screening is “We Live in Time”, an emotionally charged exploration of love, time, and the complexities of human connection. Director John...

Rex Theatre

21 hours ago

Community

Charlton Probians Meet

The Charlton Probus Club held its first meeting for 2025 on Friday, January 10. The thirty-six members present were wished a Happy New Year. Graham Curnow entertained the group with his rendition of “The Cattle Dog’s Revenge”. “Happy...

Charlton Probus

21 hours ago

Community

A “Life” So Truly Earned

Donald 2000 is proud to announce the induction of its very first Life Member – the one and only John McConville. If you’ve ever asked John how he’s doing, you already know his answer: “GREAT!” And that’s exactly what he is – great in...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Community

Capri Joins Jonny’s Journey

When soldiers put their lives on the front line, long-term health challenges are almost inevitable, but assistance dogs are improving both the physical and mental wellbeing of those in need. Birchip resident Mr Jonathan (Jonny) Kemp has recently...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Youth

Kids’ Wellbeing Book Brings Community Together

Get ready to unleash your creativity and explore the wonders of Buloke with the new Community and Wellbeing Activities Book! Featuring Buloke’s Bearded Dragon, this exciting book invites kids and families to colour their way through local towns...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Community

Mayor Shares Festive Spirit

As the holiday season begins, Buloke Shire’s Mayor Alan Getley, encourages everyone to embrace the spirit of kindness and giving, reflecting on the joy of community connection. “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! This is a time to celebrate...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Events

Power Fails, but Party Prevails

Donald’s whole town Christmas party was held on Friday, December 20, and despite considerable weather challenges, entertained the community as well as rewarding a number of lucky shoppers with the much-anticipated Chamber of Commerce Christmas...

Daniel Puentes

24 Dec 2024

Community

Donald’s Names and Numbers

Finally! The new Donald phone book is now available for purchase at the “Buloke Times”, Donald Post Office and Donald Newsagency. Kez Duncan, Carol Holland and Chris Clark have spent over six months compiling and editing the information and urge...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

News

Transmission Plan Update Released

VicGrid has released the “Draft Victorian Transmission Plan (VTP) Guidelines Final Engagement Report – What We Heard”. The report is an update to the Draft VTP Guidelines Interim Engagement Report that was released on September 30. The report...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Local Government

Buloke Strengthens its Emergency Preparedness

Preparedness is essential in managing emergencies, and Buloke Shire Council has been actively enhancing its readiness to support the community during severe weather events. Recent annual training, live drills, such as practising raising the...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Health

New Careers for Graduate Paramedics

Ambulance Victoria (AV) has recruited 61 graduate paramedics who will start the new year with a new career, saving lives across Victoria. Interim Chief Executive Officer Andrew Crisp and Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Mary-Anne Thomas...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

News

Salvos Remember Cyclone Tracy

This December marks the 50th anniversary of Cyclone Tracy; one of the most destructive natural disasters ever recorded in Australian history. The Salvation Army was on the ground in Darwin and at relief centres across Australia to help those who...

Buloke Times

24 Dec 2024

Events

Magic Music is Coming to Watchem: Mark the Calendar, January 11

On Saturday, January 11, Watchem Church will have its proverbial roof lifted by the musical stylings of Taylor Sheridan and Brooke Taylor. Doors open at 7 p.m. for an 8 p.m. start at the “old church on the hill” and is bound to be an impressive...

Buloke Times

20 Dec 2024

Events

Birchip Community Christmas Party: Daylight Format Brings Joy for All

The Birchip Community Christmas Party 2024 had a fresh new vibe on Sunday with its daytime format incorporating the joy of the Christmas season, festive cheer, community spirit and lots of fun. The day kicked off early with a heartwarming Ecumenical...

Buloke Times

20 Dec 2024

Youth

Plenty to Occupy Children’s Centre

[From the Donald Early Learning Centre] Donald Children’s Centre has been out and about in the last couple of weeks of December. We have developed great connections in the community throughout the year. The Kinder children visit Johnson Goodwin...

Buloke Times

20 Dec 2024

Community

Forget Socks – Put History Under the Tree!

From Jackie Noonan Unwrap the past this Christmas with the ideal local gift – a copy of “Wycheproof and District – The Way it Was”, by Allan “Prof” Milburn. Standing proudly at the heart of the Wycheproof community is a remarkable former...

Buloke Times

20 Dec 2024