Friends of the Box-Ironbark Forests (FOBIF) was formed in 1998 by people in the Mount Alexander Region to work towards the protection of the surrounding Box-Ironbark forests and woodlands. Now in its 25th year, FOBIF is holding an exhibition at the Newstead Arts Hub to celebrate the member’s achievements in promoting the value of our forests and campaigning for a better future for them.
Members and supporters of the group were invited to submit photos of their local bush and write a piece describing why the subject of their photo was important to them. FOBIF received a huge response of terrific photos, ranging from macro shots of flowers and insects to magnificent birds and landscapes, with 20 of the photos appearing in the show and available for purchase.
The exhibition will also include historical material about FOBIF and the group’s incredible history, a geological display, and drawings by Chewton Primary School students.
FOBIF’s six published books and nature cards will be available to purchase, as well as a seventy-page catalogue of the exhibition, with extra historical material. All photos will be for sale with proceeds going directly to FOBIF.
Marie Jones, President of FOBIF and one of the founding members is grateful to have been involved with an incredible group of passionate volunteers who help to support our indigenous community by preserving and promoting the value of our forests.
“This exhibition gives us a snapshot in time, from where we’ve been, to where we’re going,” Marie said.
The exhibition is open over three weekends: February 25-26, March 4-5, and March 11-13 (including Labour Day) between 10 am and 4 pm.
Well-known fungi expert and engaging speaker, Alison Pouliot, will open the exhibition at 10.30am tomorrow February 25, with a speech from Phil Ingamells, one of the group’s founding members and a retired Victorian National Parks campaign worker.
Everyone is welcome and refreshments will be provided.
For more information visit www.fobif.org.au or ring Bronwyn Silver on 0448 741 111.