March 5, 2026

Heavy penalties dished out at Rushworth Court

Early March of 1976 saw quite a queue lined up at Rushworth Court House. A fire without a permit in long dry grass at a property on the corner of Wigg and Nicholson Streets, set the owner back $200, Sergeant Durston on the case. A motorcyclist was clocked at 150

Forest Commission Operations

The Forest Commission of Victoria (FCV) was set up in 1918 to manage and run the state’s forest estate.  It took over most of the functions of the former Forests Department.  Prior to the existence of a specific government department of forests, the management of forests was under the

Rain after a drought

It is autumn. Thank goodness we have received a substantial amount of rain in the past week. Rain after a drought brings rapid growth but also brings risks, including soil erosion, root rot and sudden plant collapse due to waterlogging.  Manage the transition by checking drainage, reducing automatic irrigation, managing

Home-assembled Muesli

I’ve never been one for eating breakfast, much to my dear old mother’s horror. The thought of soggy breakfast cereal or toast spread with something nutritious (Vegemite or peanut butter - definitely not jam) had no appeal. But come mid-morning I’d tuck into nearly anything or everything.