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BAG (Blackwood Action Group)
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Facebook Action Group Forum
At the Blackwood Action Group's (BAG) 2016 public meeting in November, the group announced that they have started a Facebook group where the Blackwood community can exchange & discuss information of public interest. This will be a great resource for the community...
Mobile bars up in Blackwood
After testing the new Blackwood mobile blackspot tower over the weekend the tower was turned on last Monday (Dec 14, 2015) so Telstra & Telstra reseller customers can now get mobile in Blackwood. Optus & Vodaphone customers are hoping their suppiers may come...
Blackwood Localised Septic Program
All Blackwood ratepayers should receive a letter from Central Highlands Water in the mail today. It includes a cover letter summarising the program announcing the Drop-in info sessions (Thursday December 10 @ 3:30-6:30pm & Saturday December 12 @ 10:30am - 1:00pm)....
BAG has BAGGED it!
Blackwood Action Group are happy to announce a major breakthrough in Blackwoods waste water management. Pictured are members of BAG with the Blackwood Sewerage Working Group, Minister Lisa Neville & Mary-Anne Thomas. FUNDING FOR BLACKWOOD WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT...
Blackwood Asset Map
The Blackwood Assets map mentioned on page 19 of the June/July '15 issue can be downloaded here (3.8mb .pdf)
Council Meeting Sept 3, 2014
Thank you to those who attended the council meeting today to hear the response to BAG's questions. Unfortunately, a late change to the scheduling of Councils response meant that many of you missed out on that important part of the meeting. We attempted to let as many...
Burn the BMO!
May 28, 2014: One down, one to go for Blackwood... At last it seems we have arrived at a common-sense position on the BMO, and it’s strengthening of our property rights. It’s a pity, though, that we need to expend so much time and energy dragging our politicians and...
Kate Cotter’s Blog & mailing list
Contact Kate via her blog if you are now unable to build on your land in Australia, due to the new Bushfire Management Overlay. "I am leading a lobby group to a) change the Planning Provisions so that current landholders aren't prohibited from building their homes OR...
in the press: Building Law changes
ABC NEWS: Landowners welcome State Government changes to controversial bushfire building laws read full article on ABC's site STAR NEWS: Overlay Review Plea read full article on The Star site
CERT (Community Emergency Response Team)
WINDFALL Documentary Launch
Storm Documentary to Launch 6pm June17, 2026 St Martin's Chapel, Blackwood Blackwood-based film “Windfall” is finally ready for release. And it’s a cracker. Full of amazing footage, heaps of locals with their insights and humour, plenty of expert analysis and...
Expression of Interest
Since this is the first year we are running The Great BLACKWOOD Green TOMATO Chutney Off we need your help so we can plan the event. Please let us know what you will be you will be submitting into the competition so we can be sure to schedule enough time for our...
The great Blackwood Green Tomato Chutney Off
When life gives you green tomatoes, make chutney. We all know no one in Blackwood can grow a ripe tomato to save themselves, and the green tomato glut will soon be upon us. We invite you to share your favourite green tomato chutney, sauce or relish creation at ‘The...
Early Bird Tickets on Sale
Winner of Moorabool Shire’s Community Event of the Year, the Blackwood Woodchop & Easter Carnival offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. In its milestone 125th year, it features one of the oldest woodchopping competitions in Victoria! The Carnival...
WANTED: HOARDERS OF STUFF
STALL HOLDERS WANTED: Whole Town Garage Sale March 7, 2025. 8am - 2pm Join the fun & move on your junk. Apply here: Stallholders application form POPULAR THINGS TO SELL: DVD's | pot plants | furniture | clothes | household decor | records | CD's | books | vintage...
Vote for your 2026 Carnival Chieftains
IMPORTANT DATES Voting opens Sun March 8 Voting closes Sun Mar 29 2026 Carnival Chieftains announced in the Blackwood Hotel bar at 7pm, Thur April 2
2026 Whole TOWN GARAGE SALE is on!
SAVE THE DATE: Whole Town Garage Sale March 7, 2025. 8am - 2pm (No Early Birds please)Maps $5 + sausage sizzle (fire ban permitting) FUNDRAISER to complete & launch the 2021 Storm Documentary The Night That Rained Trees In June’21 Victoria was hit with up to...
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Carnival Chieftains
Voting opens March 10 Vote for your 2 favorite Carnival Chieftains To celebrate the 123rd Blackwood Woodchop & Easter Carnival, we are launching 'CARNIVAL CHIEFTAINS' Who do you think is a supportive member of the Blackwood community & has a fun, positive...
Glorious Weather for Saturday
BOM is predicting 27 degrees so remember to SLIP SLOP SLAP. Booked to go on the map are open until EOB Wednesday simply fill out the form at [https://forms.gle/yodN7xvL9t73UVjA8](https://forms.gle/yodN7xvL9t73UVjA8...)