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24.01.2022 This week is National Science week here’s an experiment you can try with the kids (or big kids) at home. How to Make Rock Candy with Kids All you need is: Sugar... Water Food colouring Paper sticks/wooden sticks Jar/glass Pegs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIQ3OtJ6UmY Send us through a picture or video of your creations

24.01.2022 We know you’re itching to get out and we think we have the answer. Have you had a chance to get up to Balmattum Hill since it re-opened? A local favourite that provides stunning views over the Euroa township and across the vast Victorian Northern Plains. Balmattum Hill was recently featured in the Great Walks magazine. ... Brochures can be found at https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #greatwalks #holidayherethisyear #lovestrathbogie

23.01.2022 Because who doesn’t love sushi?!

22.01.2022 Feeling lucky? Royal Mail Hotel Nagambie are running their ‘Anchor’ thru the top competition every Friday night of lockdown 2.0. We love seeing people getting creative during lockdown!

22.01.2022 This year has been testing for everyone. 2020 has not turned out like anyone ever expected and it’s tough! Make sure you check in on you loved ones. Head to https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask to find out how to start and continue the conversation. #ruokday

21.01.2022 We love seeing how our community and businesses are adapting to the ‘new normal’ keep up the good work, and remember we are all in this together #supportlocal

20.01.2022 On Wednesday the 3rd of September the Strathbogie Shire Council took part in Footy Colours Day. While we may not be able to attend a football game, we certainly had some fun, friendly team rivalry. We raised $155 for a the Fight Cancer Foundation to raise much needed money for kids with cancer and to support their return to education.. Check out Leanne, who do you think she barracks for?

20.01.2022 Oobleck the Dr. Seuss Science Experiment! why not try making Oobleck, it’s a fun experiment you can do at home with the kids to make a substance that is both a liquid and a solid! What you will need: Bowl Spoon... Measuring cup Corn starch Water Optional food colouring #nationalscienceweek https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw8KaHglokQ

19.01.2022 In Honour of Remembrance Day we thank the men and women who sacrificed themselves for our freedom #lestweforget. We would like to draw your attention to Places of Pride. The Strathbogie Shire has some very sentimental and impressive memorials and it is important to share our history. The Australia War Memorial has launched a new website of memorials across Australia: Places of Pride, the National Register of War Memorials. Explore the interactive map & upload photos of your local memorials. Visit placesofpride.awm.gov.au for more information #PlacesOfPride #MyMemorial

18.01.2022 Bridge to Bridge Walking Track in Strathbogie is another great walk for all ages and fitness levels. Don’t forget to take you binoculars to spot all the wildlife along the way Bridge to Bridge Walk https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails ... #discoveryourownbackyard #beatouristinyourownbackyard

18.01.2022 The Strathbogie Shire Tourism team has been looking into the rich and interesting history surrounding the historic Prisoner of War camp site in Graytown, before, during and after its operation. It is amazing how close the camp was to Graytown and the local school. We would love to hear any stories or information that you may have. Together we create a better experience tying together history, experiences and stories about the site. You are our best resource so if you do have any information regarding this site please email [email protected] We can’t wait to hear all of your stories!

16.01.2022 The first walk featured in the Great Walks magazine is the Avenel Heritage and Nature Trail. Only 90 minutes from Melbourne Avenel is full of rich history. The hometown of Ned Kelly and resting place of Red and Dan Kelly it is right up any history buff or Ned Kelly fan’s alley. Don’t forget to check out the October/November edition of Great Walks for our Strathbogie Shire feature.... Brochure for the Avenel Heritage and Nature Trail can be found at https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #greatwalks #holidayherethisyear #lovestrathbogie #nedkelly

16.01.2022 Lets end National Science Week with a glittery BANG! You will need Kraft paper Baking soda... Bottle Dish soap Vinegar Glitter Don’t forget to film your explosions and send them in for us to see! #nationalscienceweek https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1G4guZRy0U

15.01.2022 This land after - this land before Exhibition by Angus Cameron, also featuring Winsome Jobling, Talitha Kennedy and selected prints from Nomad Art Collections. 4th-6th December at Euroa Butter Factory

15.01.2022 Have you ever walked Cleos Track? Experience the grandeur of the recently protected Strathbogie Forest. Descend from dry open woodland into ferny wet gullies and the swampy origins of Seven Creeks. From the bottom, the only way is up. Inspect a rocky outcrop of stacked granite boulders. Enjoy trees so big they make you wonder, how big were trees here before logging?... Brochure can be found at https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails Don’t forget to check out the October/November edition of Great Walks for our Strathbogie Shire feature. #greatwalks #lovestrathbogie #holidayherethisyear

15.01.2022 We may not be able to travel at the moment but you can get a taste of Mexico cuisine from Harvest Home this Saturday night to enjoy in your own home. Make sure you pre-order by Friday morning !

15.01.2022 The Honeysuckle Creek Walking Track is a great example of community spirit. The Honeysuckle Recreational Environment Project began in 2002, and since then has had an active volunteer group taking on the management, preservation, and development of this Reserve area. Volunteers are planting thousands of native trees, shrubs and grasses in the Reserve. The local primary school and community members are involved in environmental educational activities. An identification brochu...re for birds that occur along the creek is available in Violet Town. Go check out the wonderful work that has been done by locals to create this beautiful walk. Honeysuckle Creek Walking Track https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #discoveryourownbackyard #beatouristinyourownbackyard

14.01.2022 Did you know? Melville's Lookout is named after Captain (Francis) Melville, who was a notorious goldrush era bushranger. After being transported to Australia at age 15 for housebreaking, he escaped Port Arthur to live with local aborigines for a year.... He came to Victoria in 1851. Within a short time he had formed the Mt Macedon Gang that robbed travelers heading to and from the goldfields through what’s now known as the Heathcote-Graytown National Park. Located near Nagambie now is the time to #discoveryourownbackyard and #beatouristinyourownbackyard You can find the published brochure for Melville's Lookout Track here https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails

13.01.2022 Today is a special day during Police Week - National Thank A Cop Day. We would like to take today to personally thank the police officers not only in our shire,... but everywhere for their continued service to our communities. If you know an officer, today is the perfect time to stop and share with them how much you appreciate the work they do. If you don’t, spot one down the street or pop into your local police station to express your gratitude. From our Shire to you Thank you #workingforvictoria #workingforstrathbogie #thankapoliceofficer #victoriapolice

13.01.2022 How many of our tracks and trails have you completed? Golden Mountain drive takes you deep into the Strathbogie Forest to reach the start point which is 12.7km from the end of the bitumen on Tames Rd, or about 25 minutes drive from Strathbogie. The walk is recommended as a slow ramble towards the peak of Golden Mountain. Walking along old logging tracks you will pass large moss covered granite boulders, Eucalypts including Peppermint Gum and Ti-tree thickets. At the summit ...you will be rewarded with magnificent views to both the east and west. Check out the Golden Mountain Walking Track brochure https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #discoveryourownbackyard #beatouristinyourownbackyard

12.01.2022 We know you might not be seeing as many faces as you normally do, but remember you are not alone. Check out the Strathbogie Story to see how our community is getting through the pandemic together! We’re so lucky to live in super special community and the Strathbogie Story is a small way of sharing the love.... www.strathbogiestory.com Here you will also find some important info on support services if you need them! #ruokday

12.01.2022 Calling our seniors!! Come and learn how to make films using your smartphone in one of Smartphone Stories’ filmmaking workshops. These free seniors' filmmakin...g workshops will be held from 9am to 4pm on the following dates: - Workshop 1 Euroa: Monday, December 7 and Wednesday, December 9. - Workshop 2 Nagambie: Tuesday, December 8 and Thursday, December 10. Full day workshops. Completely free to participate, but places are limited! Don’t miss out, register today at: www.smartphonestories.com/register or contact us on 1800 065 993 for more information. #smartphonestories

11.01.2022 Did you know Avenel is busting with history? The Avenel Heritage and Nature Track is the perfect way to discover it all! Attractions include: Historic architecture like the Royal Mail Hotel (1847) The Hughes Creek Bridge The resting place of Ned Kelly’s father... Taungurung Indigenous history. Check out the Avenel Heritage and Nature Track Brochure https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #discoveryourownbackyard #beatouristinyourownbackyard

11.01.2022 Strathbogie Shire is honoured to be Destination of The Week on the Great Walks website. Located only 90 minutes from Melbourne we are spoilt with choice for amazing walks and scenery. Check out Great Walks 5 favourite walks to do in our shire https://www.greatwalks.com.au//destination-of-the-week-str For all our tracks and trail brochures please visit https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails

10.01.2022 When was the last time you took a trip to Ruffy? It’s a pretty special town that offers a range of activities. You can go for scenic drives or walks in the beautiful bush surroundings, admire the rugged granite rock outcrops, or relax beside one of the many creeks meandering through the district all perfect for the artist or photographer.... Go check out the Ruffy Snow Gum Reserve Walking Track this weekend. A circuit of this reserve takes you through swampy riparian woodlands dominated by ancient mountain swamp gums, past a tiny population of snow gums, which are remnants of a colder climate, and skirts a chain of dark deep billabongs into bandicoot and koala territory. Brochure https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #discoveryourownbackyard #beatouristinyourownbackyard

10.01.2022 Strathbogie Shire Council election caretaker period now. From 22 September to 24 October is the Local Government election caretaker period. All social media accounts operated by Strathbogie Shire Council must comply with the caretaker period, which intends to ensure Council actions do not interfere with the probity of the election process.... This means posting a notice during the election period cannot be responded to, or published, should the posting be political in nature. You may notice changes to the frequency and type of content coming from us during this period. Council’s social media platforms will be monitored for electioneering material and any inappropriate posts or comments will be removed, as soon as practicable. Throughout this period all posts published on this page are Certified by the Chief Executive Officer in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020. For more information please visit our website: www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//80/1658-2020-council-elections

08.01.2022 Isn’t it beautiful? Would you believe this is in your own backyard? Mt Wombat in Strathbogie is the perfect place to watch the sunrise or the sunset. Why travel be a #touristinyourtown and explore what’s just around the corner.... Check out the Mt Wombat Brochure https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails

06.01.2022 Need a family day out? Kristy Harris, our winner of ‘Family fun day out’ category for the Love Strathbogie Competition has got you covered! Check out the brochure she created of all the fun things you can do in Violet Town.

06.01.2022 Carols by Candlelight looks a little different this year but the Nagambie Lakes Community House has gotten creative and created daily videos to spread Christmas Cheer head to www.nagambielakescommunityhouse.org to view their videos

04.01.2022 We may not be able to got to Melbourne but with venues like Northern Republic we don't need to. Winner of Love Strathbogie 'Great Local Story' thinks Northern Republic looks like it should be in Fitzroy. To learn more about the Northern Republic story go check out their website https://www.northernrepublic.com.au/

03.01.2022 If you missed it Strathbogie Shire has a 7page feature in the October/November Great Walks magazine, highlighting our magnificent tracks and trails. We are proud to say that we were the only Victorian destination to be featured in this edition! If you haven’t seen it make sure you grab a copy from your local newsagents or you can purchase an online copy at https://www.greatwalks.com.au/ #greatwalks #holidayherethisyear #lovestrathbogie

03.01.2022 More of our tracks and trails that are featured in the Great Walks magazine are Golden Mountain, Bridge to Bridge, Mt Wombat Flora and Fauna Reserve and Seven Creeks Walking Trail. You can find all our tracks and trail brochures at https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the Great Walks magazine to see our 7 page feature on Strathbogie Shire... #GreatWalks #Holidayherethisyear #lovestrathbogie

02.01.2022 Looking for a relaxing way to spend the afternoon? You don’t have to go far to find one of our wonderful walks. Walks are suited to all ages and fitness levels within our shire. The Seven Creeks Walking Track is suitable for all and close to home. Aren’t we lucky?... Seven Creeks Walking Track Brochure https://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au//tourism/tracksandtrails #discoveryourownbackyard #beatouristinyourownbackyard