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Rex flights to Cooma begin in March Regional Express (Rex) has released additional winter services between Sydney and the Snowy Mountains (Cooma) between June 10, 2016 and October 2, 2016.

This follows Rex’s announcement on November 19 2015 that it would be reinstating services to the region starting March 23, 2016 in time for the Easter break.

Prepared in consultation with Snowy Mountains Airport Corporation (SMAC) and local stakeholders, the additional winter services will provide much needed additional capacity for the winter ski season, with additional services on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays.

The year round flight schedule of five return weekly services provides 340 weekly seats, which will increase to 612 weekly seats from the June long weekend, and then 816 weekly seats during the peak season from the beginning of July through until the October long weekend.

Reservations can be made on the web

via www.rex.com.au, by phoning 13 17 13 or through your local travel agent. The confirmed full schedule is shown in the Annex.

Regional Express (Rex) is Australia’s largest independent regional airline operating a fleet of more than 50 Saab 340 aircraft on some 1,500 weekly flights to 58 destinations throughout New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Queensland and Western Australia.

The Rex Group comprises Regional Express, air freight and charter operator Pel-Air Aviation and Dubbo-based regional airline Air Link, as well as the pilot academy Australian Airline Pilot Academy.

So much happening at Thredbo Ski Resort Winter Events Winter 2015 was a big year in Thredbo with solid snowfalls, record snowmaking, incredible powder days, some wild weather as well as the biggest and best apres line-ups of events and entertainment.

Mumm Race week was a highlight that included the Top2Bottom Downhill race and European apres ski sensation La Folie Douce. The energetic dance troupe had Poolside at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel partying and the whole crowd jumping – to the likes never seen before in the mountains.

With champagne showers, confetti cannons and incredible talent it was a show not to be missed.

Live music in the heart of Thredbo saw some of Australia’s top talent perform. The Rubens, Crooked Colours, Tigerlily, Gang of Youths, Client Liaison and Alpine all played on the outdoor stage in the crisp alpine air and filled the resort with show stopping tunes.

On the mountain the Torah Bright Mini Shred saw 150 kids under 18 ride with Torah and her friends getting tips along the way. It was a massive success with kids trying and stomping tricks they never thought they could. The Redbull King of Bob was under lights on Friday Flat, here competitors had to race the course on a toboggan; it was fast paced mayhem to cross the line in first place.

With winter fast approaching the team at Thredbo are in full swing getting everything ready for another exciting season.

Your favourite events will be back for 2016, with a few new ones thrown in the mix to keep you smiling. Head to Thredbo. com.au/events for more information.

10,000 reasons to visit Thredbo this Easter Thredbo are giving visitors 10,000 reasons to visit this Easter, with a fun-filled Family Festival and a whopping $10,000 cash up for grabs.

Thredbo’s Golden Easter Egg Hunt will happen on the mountain with six eggs hidden to represent the cash. There will be a jackpot egg worth $5,000 and five other golden eggs worth $1,000 each.

All ages can scamper across the mountain in search of the jackpot, keep an eye on Thredbo’s social media channels for clues. The Giant Kids Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Thredbo’s Village Green, where over 5,000 chocolate eggs will be hidden.

The fun in Thredbo continues right across the school holidays with the Easter Family Adventure Festival happening on March 25-28 and the School Holiday Festival taking place April 9-17. Both festivals boast a top mix of activities, adventures and entertainment. The kids can climb peaks, jump on a bike, bounce on the trampolines, learn to skate and ride, clown around with the BMX Bandit and create their own piece of plaster art.

Head to Thredbo.com.au/events to find out more.

Thredbo Shines in International and Australian Awards Following on from an amazing winter, Thredbo Resort has been announced as the Best Australian Resort at the 2015 World Ski Awards™ held in Kitzbühel, Austria in November.

By winning this award, Thredbo joins a prestigious selection of the world’s best resorts.

The World Ski Awards are voted on by thousands of

travel professionals and skiers who select their favourite resorts, chalets and hotels. They are the only global awards to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism, with a mission to serve as a definitive benchmark of excellence and to foster a new era of growth in ski tourism.

This recent award caps off an amazing run for Thredbo, which not only saw a record season, but also picked up top honours in other peer and industry presentations.

Thredbo was voted the 2015 Best Australian Resort, by Snowsports Industries of Australia (SIA). More than 150 members who include snow retailers, wholesalers, importers and exhibitors were given the opportunity to vote for the top award.

Thredbo was also awarded the 2015 Out and About with Kids ‘Best Ski Resort for Families’ voted for by readers of Out and About with Kids magazine.

“The family travel market is an important and growing one and our annual Best of Family Travel Awards provide a valuable opportunity for that market to have their say,” Out and About With Kids Publisher Elisa Elwin said.

“The category of Best Ski Resort for families was hotly contended, with over 3,000 votes tallied Thredbo emerged a clear winner with the Out and About with Kids readers.

Thredbo’s village atmosphere, fabulous ski schools and beginner slopes and even child care for those too young to ski are quoted as the reasons for Thredbo’s win,” she said.

Thredbo’s awards success is testament to the ongoing improvement and upgrading of facilities at the resort, a solid line-up of events and the continued commitment to be Australia’s best year-round alpine resort.

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StockWhip a cracking idea for saving brumbies A proposal first mooted in 2002, to incorporate the use of Snowy River brumbies in a prisoner rehabilitation program, has been reinvigorated and is gaining interest from the State Government.

First proposed by former Snowy River Shire general manager, Ross McKinney, the StockWhip program is based on the Whip program which has been successfully run in Colorada, USA, for many years.

This program has used American Mustangs, which once caught, are handled by the inmates who have nominated for the program and met stringent suitability tests.

The horse can then be sold on or, in some cases, also used by the Pegasus Foundation to assist rehabilitation and mobilisation of disabled children and adults.

In a local sense, Mr McKinney believes the StockWhip program will have multiple positive results.

Firstly, it will help control the numbers of brumbies in the Kosciuszko National Park; Secondly, it will help with the overcrowding being reported in the NSW prison systems by providing a separate, isolated facility; Thirdly, the Whip program has reduced the level of recidivism amongst inmates involved in the program; Fourthly, the development and longterm nature of the project will create jobs and a market for several local industries;

Fifthly, Mr McKinney believes there is potential for economic growth through the tourism aspect of the project.

Mr McKinney said he had received inquiries from overseas, from people wanting to rehome a “Snowy River Brumby�.

He believes the StockWhip Project would be a long-term, sustainable project.

Mr McKinney has met with the Member for Monaro, Minister for Regional Development and Small Business, John Barilaro who has shown an interest in the program. “With the Wild Horse Draft Management Plan set come out soon, I am keen to see the data collected so that we can clearly see what the numbers are and where the impacts are occurring,� he says, “The Minister was able to fly out over the National Park only recently to gain a better perspective of the number of brumbies out there and the impact they are having on the environment.� “We also have to remember that we are using taxpayer dollars to deal with this issue, so we need to make sure we are being responsible and considering all options to achieve the best outcome.� “My view is that the brumbies are of heritage value and part of the landscape.

We need to look at what is the best and most humane way of managing them.

The Stockwhip program is one of those options and I am looking forward to see what others come out of the Draft

Management Plan.�

Mr Barilaro also said that he was in favour of relying on the expertise of local knowledge and experience from individuals such as Mr McKinney and Peter Cochran, who have been working tirelessly on this issue for many years.

The StockWhip project has the support of the chair of the Australian Regional Tourism Network, David Sheldon and the chair of the Snowy Mountains Brumby Sustainability and Management Group inc, Alan Lanyon.

Mr Sheldon said ‘The Brumbies are iconic to the Snowy Mountains, they are a tier 2 enabler for the Mountains.

There has been much debate over the years, proactive programs as the one suggested has many benefits for the region, this is a win win for all’.

Mr Lanyon said his group supported the concept. “Anything that prevents the horses having their heads chopped off is good,� he said.

He said the group also supported the rehabilitation program and would still like to see opportunities for brumbies to be rehomed outside of the program.

The NPWS Wild Horse Management Program was due to be released late last year but is now expected to be available sometime in March.

The NPWS was asked for comment but none was offered.

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Electric lighting F.Mk.6 Jet fighter replica At the Jindabyne Easter Art Show aviation enthusiasts will marvel at the finely detailed static model of a sleek English Electric Lightning F.Mk.6 jet fighter produced by the Bristol Aircraft Company as Britain’s RAF front line defensive aircraft during the Cold War. Constructed on a scale of 1 to 7.5, Peter Williams began by building the skeleton five years ago in his garage.

The timber formers were then covered 2 mm balsa sheets which were sanded to shape. Next came the covering of aluminium litho plate normally used for printing. Other parts of the model are solid aluminium.

Within the model are hydraulic pipes to operate the undercarriage and air brake doors. It is complete with an ejector seat and miniature detailed control panels. To give the craft a touch of reality, as many external rivets as possible have been applied. The panels of the model are to scale in the interests of accuracy. In the pursuit of detail, three years ago Peter visited the English Bunting Thorpe RAF maintenance aerodrome where there were two Lightnings still in working order and he had the opportunity to take detailed photographs.

The wing span of the “Peter Williams F.Mk.6” model is 1.5 metres, and the length from the tip of the pitot or air pressure gauge at the nose front to the tail is 2.3

metres. Peter envisages it being used as a mould pattern for fibreglass flying models.

The F.Mk.6 jet fighter housed two Rolls Royce Merlin 302 jet engines (but not much

was built for defence and incursions, but later it was upgraded and interception became its principal role.

It was the fastest aircraft of its time and is said to

else except for fuel and pilot) and flew at have been faster than the Concorde in level Mach 2 (twice the speed of sound) in order flight. to intercept Russian aircraft as they flew The first Electric Lighting Mk I came off over the Arctic ice cap. Initially the aircraft the production line in 1958, with a new

type every year until finally the 1965 F.Mk 6, which flew in Britain until 1988 when the program ended as it had reached its “use by date” due to metal fatigue. During its time, the aircraft was stationed also in Germany and Crete, flying as far as Singapore. Later the planes were sold by the RAF to Middle Eastern air forces.

When asked why build the model which took countless hours over 5 years, working 4 hours over a 6-day week? “It was a step back in time and an opportunity to employ my skills and passion” said Peter. He explained that as an apprenticed aircraft fitter with the Bristol Aircraft Company in the UK, he worked on the first Lightning T5 training aircraft before coming to Australia in 1963 at age of 26. Unable to gain employment with Qantas, he used his skills in tool making, plastic injection moulding, finally working in the small manufacturing business of Australian Plastic Profiles before moving to Jindabyne.

If you wish to discuss aircraft model construction, Peter Williams is a member of the Jindabyne’s Aero Club and the Men’s Shed located Jindabyne’s Randal Airstrip on the Barry Way. The “Peter Williams F.Mk.6” model is set up for a shallow high speed landing with the undercarriage down and air brakes deployed.

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Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciuszko National Park has been an important part of the Snowy Mountains tourism industry for more than 150 years, offering a distinctive cave and karst landscape featuring limestone caves, a natural thermal pool, mountain forests and historic accommodation.

Step into the depths of Yarrangobilly Caves and you’ll discover stalagmites, stalactites and delicate decorations like shawls and cave corals. Explore five caves created from a belt of limestone laid down Info: http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/ about 440 million years ago. camping-and-accommodation/accommodation/ The caves precinct receives approximately yarrangobilly-caves-house-1901-wings 40,000 visitors per year, with around 25,000 of these participating in cave tours.

Bookings: Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Centre: 02 6454 www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au 9597 Phone: 13000 72757 More info: http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov. au/things-to-do/Show-caves/Yarrangobilly-Caves Nearby activities: Yarrangobilly Caves Thermal Pool Yarrangobilly Caves House In a pristine mountain river setting, you Over the past few years NPWS has probably don’t expect to find a pool, never mind undertaken significant work to enhance the one that is permanently heated to 27ºC by a visitor experience at Yarrangobilly Caves, natural spring. But that’s exactly what you’ll including extensive restoration to the historic discover at Yarrangobilly Caves after a short Yarrangobilly Caves House (1917 section). but steep descent from the carpark. Measuring Sensitively restored to maintain its historic about 20m long and 2.5m deep, the main pool integrity, the Caves House provides unique gently overflows like a waterfall into a children’s and high quality visitor accommodation in a wading pool. distinctive natural location. It has transformed the Because it is a consistently warm temperature, precinct in to a year round destination, providing the pool is perfect year-round. In summer, head an opportunity for visitors to experience more of there after exploring the caves for a quick swim the caves precinct and a good base from which and a picnic. Keep your eyes open for some of to explore northern Kosciuszko National Park. the local residents, including the water dragons Yarrangobilly Caves House is comprised of two that enjoy the peaceful surrounds of the pool and sections: the original 1901 building, and a two- nearby river. In winter, it’s magical to float in the storey addition built in 1917. The 1901 section warmth, watching steam rise from the surface was refurbished and opened for accommodation of the water, with snow blanketing the ground in 2008 – it represents a successful example of around you. adaptive re-use preservation of heritage values More info: http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov. while updating amenities for modern visitor au/things-to-do/Walking-tracks/Yarrangobillyexpectations. The 1917 addition, re-opened in Caves-Thermal-Pool-walk April 2014, replicates this model, preserving a magnificent example of early 20th-century alpine Yarrangobilly Caves – Bluff lookout walk resort architecture while creating a building that’s Bluff lookout walk at Yarrangobilly Caves offers self-sufficient in terms of water, sewage and panoramic views of the Yarrangobilly Valley and electricity. its spectacular limestone cliffs, birdwatching and Yarrangobilly Caves House received a unique historic heritage. accommodation commendation award at While most of the walks around Yarrangobilly the Canberra Region Tourism Awards. The Caves meander down towards the river and unique accommodation category is open to thermal pool, this one heads up to Bluff lookout, properties developed around unconventional and striding out here is a great way to work up accommodation infrastructure. The focus of an appetite. It can be quite a steep climb at this award is on the uniqueness of the tourism times, but the rewards are many when you reach experience. your destination.

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Rainbow Pines going out with the old, in with the new Construction of the new amenities block is underway at the picturesque Rainbow Pines Tourist Caravan Park in Old Adaminaby.

Owners Rick Martin and Kerry Parrott are thrilled to have the new facility at their park and hope it will benefit the whole area.

“The old building was more than 50 years old,” says Rick, “It was full of asbestos and white ant, and the Council finally condemned it and provided us with the new block.”

With the park operating under a Crown lease, the Snowy River Shire Council has provided the new building from the Crown Reserve Fund.

Fitted with a laundry and drying room, plus a disabled access toilet that has a bath, shower, toilet and baby changing facilities, the new amenities will be a vast improvement.

They will be more environmentally friendly with hand dryers and sensor lights installed. Radiators will provide the heating.

“It will be a hundred times better,” says Rick, “We hope it will attract more tourists to the area.”

Rick and Kerry would like to thank Council, in particular Lyn Bottrell for her tireless efforts over the past three years getting this project up and running.

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Sprucing up the Dalgety Caravan Park Owners of the Snowy River Holiday Park at Dalgety, Sue Winchester and Colin Fabish, have taken to upgrading the park since purchasing it 18 months ago. With a new covered barbeque area, and now the new amenities block, the park is looking better and better.

Keen travellers, Sue and Colin own a camper trailer and have visited many caravan parks across the country. Originally from Cairns, they were on one of their trips when their route was interrupted by some road works and were detoured into Dalgety. Some would call it fate. Sue and Colin fell in love with the place, and when they found out that the caravan park was for sale, they couldn’t believe their luck. So Sue gave up her job in training and Colin quit his job in a sugar mill and the pair moved down to make their life in the little river town. “Seeing as we’ve travelled through many caravan parks, we have been able to add those small touches to our own park,� says Sue, “We look at it as trying to be a park that we would really like to visit.

For example, we’ve got fresh herbs and veggies growing that our guests can help themselves to, and we’ve made sure there are plenty of nice places to sit and relax in the park.�

Another unique part of the park is Sue and Colin’s big friendly dog, Cheese (whose sister’s name was Chalk). Cheese acts as security and roams freely around the park checking everything is ship shape and all are happy, often getting a pat from the guests along the way.

Always looking to improve, Sue and Colin were please to unveil their new amenities

block only a few weeks ago. The Member for Monaro John Barilaro officially opened the refurbished amenities block. The NSW Government helped to fund the project with an $181,657 grant courtesy of the Public Reserves Management Fund Program.

Mr Barilaro said the revamp will go a long way towards meeting the needs of families

“Funding was used to upgrade the amenities block and disabled toilets as well as revamp of the park’s workshop.�

Both the Snowy River Shire Council (SRSC) Mayor, John Cahill, and SRSC Director Community & Environmental Services, Dennis Trezise, agreed that the community of Dalgety should be proud

visiting the area. “The Snowy River Holiday Park at Dalgety is nestled by the river and already a very popular spot for holiday makers; the upgrade to its facilities will ensure that more visitors can enjoy this beautiful part of the Monaro.

of the park as a great asset and tourist destination. Mr Cahill congratulated Sue and Colin on their excellent management skills in operating the park, which is becoming more and more popular. “We did really well this past Christmas, and I already have five bookings in for our

next Christmas, which is great,� says Sue. The new amenities are not only more comfortable and modern, the toilets are smaller, the ceilings are lower, there is solar heating and they have sensor lighting. All of these features make the amenities more affordable and environmentally friendly.

The NSW Government has committed more than $350,675 to support the development, maintenance and improvement of public reserves across the Monaro. “Public reserves are wonderful assets that are highly valued by local communities and are vital to the success of local sports, social clubs, business and tourism,� Mr Barilaro said. “Showgrounds, caravan parks and local parks and reserves are the social and economic focal point of many of our local communities, and this funding will allow community trust managers to carry out improvements that will bring greater social and economic benefits to their local community. “By supporting these vital projects the NSW Government is supporting and promoting economies in the Monaro, as well as the role our wonderful local volunteers play in the ongoing management of the Crown reserve system.�

Sue says their next project for improving the Snowy River Holiday Park will be a camp kitchen. In order to afford this, they will have to sell their beloved camper trailer, which carries many fond memories of their travels, including their discovering Dalgety.

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Cooma has a long and varied history, based on its origins as a stop on the way to the gold fields, its pastoral industry and the Snowy Scheme.

Hailed as the first truly multicultural town in Australia due to the Snowy he Scheme and the es influx of nationalities ng who arrived during n, its construction, h Cooma has a rich provenance. w Over the last few al months, social d media has sparked off a desire forr former Cooma residents to share their history.

A facebook page “You Know You are from Cooma if..” quickly attracted 0 more than 3000 followers.

An offshoot of this enthusiasm for Cooma’s past, has sparked the creation of a committee to organise a Backk n to Cooma Reunion for Easter 2016.

The reunion willll h officially begin with m registration from od noon on Good Friday in Centennial Park.

Registration willll h provide you with e a special 68-page commemorative, special discount vouchers and a lanyard containing tickets to all the events registered for.

Registration d by a will be accompanied special Easter barbecue b

by C Cooma Public School and the launch of a new coffee table book – ‘Monaro in Pictures’.

There will also be an opportunity to visit the former Snowy Scientific Services laboratory, now owned by the Snowy Mountains Engineering Corporation, to see a working model of the Thomson Dam. Friday evening will see Centennial Park tuned into a giant nightclub, as the town remembers the hottest nightspots south of Sydney.

The evening will include a two-course meal, a bar and performances by long-time Cooma band The Ka Links with a special floor show by Mikelangelo and the Black Sea Gentlemen.

For those who prefer, there will also be ‘Back to Cooma with the Jones’s’ at The Cooma Ex Services Club.

All eyes will be on Sharp Street on

Saturday afternoon where more than 50 floats have already registered for the street parade.

This should be a very enjoyable event as the builders of the floats have gone to plenty of trouble to make their float the best.

A night rodeo,

ffeaturing t i l di a ladies steer ride will be held at the showgrounds on Saturday. And there will also be a 50s and 60s Rock n Roll at the Cooma ExServices Club.

On Sunday, it is envisaged local sporting groups will hold their individual functions during the day and the evening will see a gala dinner being held at the Cooma showground.

Sunday night will see a very special ‘Monaro’ surprise unveiled during the dinner as well.

On Easter Monday, Centennial Park will again be the venue for a long breakfast, catered for by the Salvation Army.

Cooma Bocce Club will hold its annual president’s cup, including lunch, on Monday.

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The organising committee has one famous son returning – Steve Liebmann – former host of the Today Show, who started his media career as a teenager

while at school in Cooma.

He will be joined at the gala dinner on Sunday night by sisters Carmen and Paula Duncan, who grew up in Cooma before becoming actors.

Former Triple J DJ, Holger Brockmann,

has also indicated he would like to return his home town.

Throughout the weekend there will be the Back to Cooma Fishing compeititon, beginning at 7am on Good Friday and finishing with presentations at the Alpine

Hotel on Sunday afternoon For more information about the reunion and to register, go to www. backtocomma.com, or to book accommodation, contact Cooma Visitors Centre.

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While based in Cooma, Melray meats service the whole of the Monaro and Snowy Mountains.

With daily deliveries, that means lodges and other serviced accommodation on the mountains have a great alternative for meat supplies.

The fact the meat is local is also a great selling point for our local

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The Melray Meat Company started in 2007 by Stephen and Jenny Dorahy.

The name comes from Stephen’s parents, Melba and Ray, who had a meat business in Wollongong.

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Celebrating Easter across the Snowy Mountains ADAMINABY EASTER FAIR The 2015 Adaminaby Easter Fair was one of the biggest on record, and 2016 promises to be just as good with over 70 registered stalls and a huge range of entertainment already locked in.

The fair, held on March 26, has a big community focus and there will be a range of games and competitions held on the day to cater to the whole community.

The theme of the 2016 fair will be ‘the year of the monkey’, following on from the Chinese Year of the Monkey.

There will be a monkey face competition to accompany the classic Easter bonnet parade, a monkey call and a banana eating competition.

Entrants to the fair will also have the opportunity to flex their muscles in the tug of war competition and their stomachs in the pie eating competition, where the current record stands at five and a half pies in three minutes.

To accompany the huge variety of fun games and events on the day, visitors to the fair will also have access to the Adaminaby museum and the Adaminaby Hall where the world famous stage curtain will be on display.

Country music sensation Jay Podger will be providing music and

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children’s author Rolf Svenson will be reading stories and entertaining the kids with his guitar.

The fair will once again host ‘Adaminaby’s Got Talent’ for the kids, and event organiser Tim Corkill said it is a great event that the kids really enjoy.

Mr Corkill said that last years’ event was a great success and this year is expected to go very well.

“Last year there was 500 visitors and it was one of the most successful we have ever had with the most stalls we have ever had,” he said.

“Things are shaping up really well.”

The Adaminaby Easter Fair is held in Denison Street and is sure to be a fantastic event for locals and visitors to the Snowy Mountains are encouraged to stop by and witness some of the community culture of the scenic town.

The Lion’s Easter Fair in Berridale is shaping up to be another fantastic event this year, having been recognised as the Community Event of the Year at the Snowy River Shire Council Australia Day awards.

The Lions Easter Fair is held annually on Easter Saturday and is a fun day of family entertainment, as well as an opportunity to raise much needed funds for the community.

The fair was a great success in 2015, donating $1000 to Berridale OOSCH, $1000 to the Operation Christmas Child, and supporting the Dalgety Ladies Day. The Lion’s Easter Fair also serves as an opportunity for other organisations to raise money, with groups such as are the CWA, SES, RFS, Marine Rescue, the local schools, 2MNO community radio

and the Historical Society having been present in the past.

“We are a community organisation; we do what we can to make the community a better place.

“The fair is designed to raise money and enable local charities and organistions to raise money,” Berridale Lions Club president Tony Hayes said.

Having run since 1974, the event has established itself as a big part of Berridale’s annual calendar and it is bigger than ever, making the award a great recognition for the hard work that is involved.

“I am very proud of the event and of everyone involved in putting it together. The Fair is much bigger than it used to be, and it takes a lot of work to pull off.

“Last year there was a very big roll up of people and we’ve been getting bigger and be bigger every year. It is b the longest running fair th of its kind in the shire o and everyone involved is a a volunteer so it is good for f the hard work to be recognised.” r Mr Hayes said that this years’ fair will t focus on raising much f needed money for the

Aitchison Cottage, a 19th century building that is an important part of Berridale’s history.

One of the main attractions of the fair will focus around the cottage, featuring a display containing photos and information on the restoration that is being carried out on the building.

For the kids, the focus will be on a visit from the Easter Bunny, jumping castles and an Easter egg hunt, which Mr Hayes said will be one of the biggest draw cards to the fair.

As the fair has expanded to include both parks and across the road near the council chambers, the Lions club will be obtaining a new PA system to keep everyone informed on the events of the day.

The three sites will also feature musical entertainment from local buskers, who will be making their way around the grounds.

There are around 60 registered stalls, which will cater to food, entertainment and unique shopping opportunities.

Old machinery such as old bailing machines and farm equipment will be on display, as well as a range of classic cars from the Cooma Car Club.

There will be three trailer-loads of firewood auctioned off as well.

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Take time out and explore our region- we have been busy making it even better.

F Friends of the Railway have now completed w work on the restoration of rolling stock, fabulous new signage has been installed along the Bombala River Walking track and around the Railway Precinct, picnic facilities have been installed at Black Lake where the fishing is good, the Parks are looking AMAZING, new art works have been installed at Delegate and community facilities are getting a spruce up.

While many areas claim to have it all we really do…Everything from well marked re walking tracks in the South East Forest National Parks complete with free camping spots…imagine camping out under the starry southern skies surrounded by the grandeur of tall trees, pristine streams, high altitude swamps home to numerous native birds and animals and best of all no mobile coverage so you y won’t be disturbed you can just sit back and a relax!

If I it’s history you’re after then we certainly have it – our community run museums give you h

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a great insight into the social history of the region, homesteads such as Burnima give you an opportunity to see how the gentry lived in the late 1880’s and early 1900’s, while the Early Settlers Hut at Delegate lets you experience life as it would have been for the early pioneers. Our restored Railway Precinct features a wealth of memorabilia and explores both the farming history of the area as well as the impact of the coming of the rail. Community groups such as the Bombala Historical Engine and Machinery Society are only too willing to share their passion for the beautifully restored engines and farming implements they safeguard for future generations.

Don’t forget this November will see the railway land come alive with hundreds of restored engines from all over the country it really is an impressive sight.

If its art you are after then the galleries at Delegate are the place for you. Exhibitions change regularly with the Bundian Way Gallery featuring work from Indigenous artists across the south east and the Borderline Gallery featuring art and craft created by talented community members. We also have public art works from both local and overseas artists on display.

If it’s shopping then look no further. Everything from shoes to horseshoe pears, Bombala’s main street has a fantastic range of shops to explore and great cafes, clubs, hotels and bakerys to rest up in after your exploring.

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One of the most coveted awards at the annual Lake Light Sculpture event, held along the foreshore of Lake Jindabyne each Easter, is the People’s Choice award. “Viewing the event at night is a completely different experience to that experienced during daylight� said event Chairperson, Lisa Matthes. “During the day, the sculptures are set against the magnificent backdrop of the Snowy Mountains & Lake Jindabyne, but once night falls, their illumination qualities dramatically transform each sculpture into quite different artworks�.

With this in mind, and based on feedback from visitors to the event, a new People’s Choice Illumination Award will be introduced this Easter so that visitors can choose their favourite daylight sculpture and visit again in the evening to vote for their favourite illuminated sculpture.

Winner of the 2013 & 2014 People’s Choice Award, Michael Scott Lees said that this award was “more important to him than all the other awards. Art can be a confusing thing to many and when they vote for my sculpture, it gives me an immense sense of pride to know I have been

able to communicate my message and stir emotions in those who have viewed my work. During the creation of my pieces, I am often challenged by how I will deliver my vision and there is sometimes a lot of doubt that people will like the end result. Each year I strive to improve my skills and techniques and there is nothing like the feeling you get when the people show their appreciation for what I have created�.

Some of Michael’s sculptures from previous years events are now located at Thredbo and Lake Crackenback Resort being principal event sponsor and event partner, respectively.

Illumination is a unique feature of this particular outdoor sculpture exhibition.

The new People’s Choice Illumination Award will encourage artists to incorporate this element into their designs.

To become an individual supporter of this much loved event or for business sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jo Larkin, Sponsorship Coordinator at jolarkin@live.com.au.

Pictured above, Michael Scott Lees 2015 entry.

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Geehi Walls track Tumbarumba Shire’s link to the northern end of Kosciusko National Park is the Elliott Way, and the Alpine Way at Khancoban is the gateway to the southern alpine area.

Except in winter, the Khancoban to Cabramurra road also provides access.

The Geehi Walls track provides a good day walk from the Geehi camping area, which is located 34 kms south of Khancoban on the Alpine Way. The huts at Geehi were damaged in the fires of 2003, but have since been restored to their original condition.

There are a number of short and longer walking tracks in the park.

For more information contact your nearest National Parks and Wildlife Visitor Centre or the Khancoban Information Centre.

Remember that weather in the mountains can change quickly at any time of year.

It is essential that you are adequately prepared for all conditions.

Vehicles travelling on the Alpine Way will need to carry a Park entry pass, which can be purchased from the National Parks and Wildlife Information Centre in Khancoban.

For more information go to: http:// www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visita-park/parks/Kosciuszko-NationalPark

Khancoban Angling Club Khancoban Angling Club is a family friendly club that invites and welcomes new members.

For the benefit of their members, they hold at least four competitions throughout the trout season, including: • Opening weekend in October • Easter major competition • Closing weekend in June Other competitions and outings as per their quarterly newsletter.

Prizes are awarded each competition for the heaviest trout weighed in each category of mens, ladies and juniors. Their Club Champion Perpetual Shield is awarded annually for the heaviest aggregate weight of two brown trout and two rainbow trout weighed in during the open season.

Members also compete in an annual triangular shield tournament in conjunction with Cabramurra and Tumbarumba fishing clubs, as well as the Snowy Hydro Inter-Regional Challenge. Their annual presentation night is held in September at the

Khancoban Alpine Inn, and is reputed as being the highlight of the Khancoban social calendar.

Through their affiliation with the Monaro Acclimatisation Society they release 30,000 to 50,000 trout fry and fingerlings into the local waterways each year. They are also involved in the restocking of Murray Cod fingerlings in the upper Murray River.

A concrete boat ramp, free electric BBQs, picnic tables and shelters, playground and toilets are available for public use at the Khancoban Foreshore Reserve. A NSW recreational fishing licence is required to fish all local waterways, including the Murray River.

Annual membership fees Single: $20 Family: $30 Pensioner single: $15 Pensioner couple: $25

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Tumbarumba time walks Tumbarumba has a number of well preserved old buildings, such as the Court House and the Police Residence which were constructed in the 1880s, probably as a result of the discovery of gold in the area in 1855 which led to an influx of population.

Interpretive plaques with some background information on some of the buildings are placed at key points in the town.

The Tumbarumba Historical Society has produced a small booklet on walks around Tu m b a r u m b a that relate to events, places and people of historical interest; including one on the history of the town buildings with a suggested route to follow around town. This booklet is available from the Tumbarumba Visitor Information Centre for $5.00 to cover the printing cost.

One of the walks features the Maginnity Monument, located on Maginnity’s Gap Road west of Tumbarumba.

On Friday 24 June 1864 Sergeant David Maginnity was murdered while homeward bound on an overnight patrol from Tumbarumba to Copabella Station. His companion Constable Churchley told the story: ‘At the foot of some falling ground I saw a man riding a brown horse;

I said to the deceased “Who is that?� He made a similar remark and cantered past me, and pulled up alongside this man. The instant the deceased did so this man pulled his hand from his jacket and fired.’ This man was bushranger Dan Morgan, often called ‘Mad Dan’ for good reason.

Morgan terrorised landowners or accepted sympathisers ‘boltholes’ throughout the Eastern Riverina.

Morgan was spotted riding the Sergeant’s horse; he had tracked the dying man placing the body beside the road where it was found by the postman next day.

A week earlier Morgan had mortally wounded John McLean at Round Hill and even with ÂŁ1000 reward on offer continued his rampage throughout the district, in the process murdering his chief pursuer, Sergeant Smyth.

Maginnity’s four children and pregnant wife, Mary were left to grieve. In time they thrived and today the Tumbarumba Museum, the Maginnity Monument and Walking Track recall difficult times.

Drop into the Tumbarumba Visitor Information Centre for directions to the Maginnity Monument and Walking Track.

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MARCH Friday 4th – Sunday 6th Snowy Mountains Regatta – Lake Jindabyne Saturday 5th Snowy Mountains Country Music Festival – Thredbo, featuring Kip Moore and Kelsea Ballerini from the USA and Aussie stars Daryl Braithwaite, Morgan Evans, Amber Lawrence, Adam Eckersley Band and lots more Sunday 6th Dalgety Show and Annual Quilt Exhibition – Dalgety Memorial Hall, 8.30am Monaro Yard Dog Championships 2016 – Dalgety Showground (Contact Neil Lynch 6452 3425) Sri Chinmoy Multi-Sport Classic – Kosciuszko National Park and Lake Jindabyne, a unique multi-sport indulgence in the lap of Australia’s Snowy Mountains Sunday 6th – Sunday 13th Raymond Coles Exhibition @ The Raglan Gallery – Lambie Street, a sale of this late, well known artist’s paintings and drawings Tuesday 8th International Women’s Day Delegate – Delegate School of Arts, 11.30am Friday 11th Snowy Monaro Arts Council Inc presents “David Scheel – Pianist” – St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 7.30pm, tickets available from the Fabric Salon

Friday 11th Sunday 13th 2016 Australian Interschools MTB Championships Saturday 12th Cooma Show – Cooma Showground, exhibits, displays, full program of entertainment, sideshow alley, amusement rides, food and competitions (Contact 6452 6465) Nimmitabel CWA Markets – Bombala Street, Nimmitabel, 9am till 1pm, food, plants, bric-abrac plus lots more (Contact Leonie 6454 6256 after 6pm) Adaminaby Museum Market and Car Boot Sale – Snowy Mountains Highway, 9am till 2pm Country cottage style markets featuring homemade crafts, home grown produce, and the talents of local artists and crafters Saturday 12th – Sunday 13th TJM High Country “Surf to Snow” – Cooma Car Club, fundraising event with the Community Chest being recipients of funds raised Best of Both Worlds Walk – Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa Friday 18th – Saturday 19th The Thredbo 80’s Reunion – Thredbo Alpine Hotel (https://www.facebook.com/ Friday 25 - Monady 28 Back to Cooma Celebrations Lake Light Sculpture at Lake Jindabyne

APRIL Thursday 31st – Sunday 3rd April The Man From Snowy River Bush Festival – Corryong (Contact www.bushfestival.com.au) Saturday 2nd Nimmitabel and District Garden Club “Gardens on the Monaro” – visit the beautiful gardens at “Warragundi”, “Bellevue” and “Hazeldean” with lunch at the Nimmitabel Show Pavilion at 12 noon Sunday 3rd Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre Fete – Fachin Avenue, 10am till 2pm, stalls, white elephant, plants and vegetables, cake stall, donut stall, Lions Club BBQ, coffee and drinks, auction of goods, wine action, gift vouchers and jumping castle Friday 8th – Saturday 23rd Cooma Little Theatre presents “Return to the Forbidden Planet” – Monaro Avenue Saturday 9th Coming of Age Ball presented by St Patrick’s Catholic Parish – Cooma Multifunction Centre, young men and women of the district aged 17 to 22 years Adaminaby Museum Market and Car Boot Sale – Snowy Mountains Highway, 9am till 1pm, a country cottage style markets featuring homemade crafts, home grown produce, and the talents of local artists and crafters Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th High Country Wine and Cheese Festival – Thredbo Alpine Hotel, foodies head to the hills April 2016 as Thredbo hosts this wonderful festival Sunday 10th Gravity Girls Mountain Bike Race – Thredbo, women’s specific mountain bike clinic designed to offer girls a non-intimidating introduction to downhill riding in Thredbo Resort.

Local Produce Market – Jindabyne Visitors Centre, 9am to 1pm Sunday 17th Cooma Rotary High Country Markets – Centennial Park, Cooma, enjoy the music of the Numeralla Fingerplunkers and Cooma District Band Monday 18th – Friday 22nd John Wilson Workshop “Australian Landscape in Oils” @ The Raglan Gallery – Lambie Street, 9.30am till 4.30pm, bookings for this intermediate/advanced workshop with this highly respected and sought after artist can be made at pepperpan@yahoo.com or 6456 7377) Sunday 24th Bredbo CWA Village Markets – Bredbo Hall, Monaro Highway, 9am to 3pm Sunday 24th – Sunday 15th May Two Fabulous Exhibitions – Works by John Forester Clack and Leonie Gill and “Drawn” – Raglan Gallery, 9.30am till 4.30pm, an exhibition of drawing and other media by professional and emerging artists drawn together for The Art of Drawing Class at ANU) Monday 25th ANZAC Day Friday 29th April – 1st May Thredbo Jazz Festival – Thredbo, a three day celebration of Jazz music, great food and wine, set in heart of the Snowy Mountains Landscape Photography Weekend with Michael Scott Lees – Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa, Saturday 30th The Community Chest Inc. presents Fashionation – Gordon Litchfield Wool Store, 17 Polo Flat Road, showcasing Australian Merino Wool by 10 local designers, tickets on sale 1st March 2016.

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New family owners of the Cooma Snowy Mountains Tourist Park Some might call it crazy Leaving behind your full time job, your home, your friends and an exciting life in Sydney, all to run a caravan park in Cooma. But Dee, Isaac, Jill and Michael think that they have hit the jackpot.

It was Dee and her husband Isaac that had the dream to one day own a caravan park.

“I had never even heard of Cooma before we came here,” says Jill.

Isaac’s sister lives in Berridale, so he was the most familiar with the area, having visited her occasionally. So when he saw that the Cooma Snowy Mountains Tourist Park was for sale, he jumped at the chance.

“It was just perfect,” he says, “We go camping all the time and just love it, so we’ve always had an interest in caravans and camping, and wanted to own our own park one day.”

In Penrith, Dee was a dental nurse and had her own cake decorating business on the side, while Isaac was a disability carer. Jill, Dee’s mother, was a vet nurse and trainer and Michael, Dee’s father, a registered nurse and midwife. But they have given all of that away and are now happily exploring everything that Cooma and the area has to offer.

“We absolutely love it here,” says Isaac, “We went out on a trail to the Tuross cascade waterfalls the other weekend, and it was just amazing. There seems to be heaps of things to do here. We have also been going to Yarramba horse riding a lot, which we love. The lifestyle is fantastic and it’s really great for the kids. If you just sit and listen, all you can hear is the beautiful birds. It’s so different to our life in Penrith, and we couldn’t be happier. ” “We’ve got a really big backyard now,” laughs Dee, “The kids love to ride their bikes around.”

Isaac and Dee have their two little ones with them, Mason and Georgia. Mason is five years old and has just started kindergarten at Cooma Public School.

Little Georgia is just three years old and she is at Daisy’s Child Care Centre in Cooma. William, 12, is their other son who still goes to school in Llandilo in Sydney and so comes down for visits when he can. He loves to come and stay in the park and really enjoys 4x4 driving and, like the rest of the family, loves camping.

“Our plan was to just come and help Dee and Isaac out during peak seasons once they found and bought a place,” says Jill, “But this park was just too big for only two people to run, so we decided to come down and help them full time.”

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They are also providing a fenced leash-free area for dogs in the park.

“We have five dogs ourselves and just love them,” says Jill, “People love to take their dogs with them on holidays. After all, they are part of the family. As campers, we know it can be difficult to find places that allow dogs in parks, so we want to let people know that their dogs are welcome here. So along with the fenced leash-free area, two of our cabins are also dog friendly.”

At the moment, the Cooma Snowy Mountains Tourist Park has a great offer available. Book in for four nights, and only pay for three. That includes cabins, caravans and campsites. Their cabins are comfortable and can sleep up to eight people, perfect for a couple of families on holiday together.

There is plenty for the kids to do, with mini golf, a trampoline, tennis court, playground with swings and a slide, and a games room with table tennis and TV. The park also has 70 powered and 30 unpowered camping sites available, with a free gas BBQ and all other amenities for you to enjoy.

Medium to long-term stays are also available at the Cooma Snowy Mountains Tourist Park.

Get back to nature only one minutes drive and a 10 minute walk to Cooma’s CBD. There are so many local activities available including fishing, alpine bushwalks, mountain biking, water skiing, kayaking, golf, swimming pools, horse riding or even just a scenic drive through the beautiful Kosciuszko National Park. Not to mention the many great restaurants and cafés just waiting for you to come in and indulge in some delicious holiday treats. Cooma is the perfect base to access all these exciting things to do in the area.

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When was the last time you took a whole day for yourself to relax? In this busy life, it is important for each of us to take some time out and nurture our bodies, our spirits and our minds. Earth Song Wellness Centre’s first ever Pamper Day is the perfect opportunity to take the time to spoil yourself with a little rest and relaxation.

From 10am to 4pm on Saturday 19 March, you will get to experience Chakradance, meditation and yoga, with an interesting talk on mediumship and essential oils. You will be able to choose a session from various treatments including Aroma Touch, Reflexology, Chakredy, Reiki or a Tarot reading. Lunch is provided and tickets are available through Eventbrite. For more information visit www.earthsongwellnesscentre.com or check out their Facebook page.

You can also purchase a wonderful pamper pack from Earth Song Wellness which includes a great range of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments available at the Centre. Spoil yourself, or give a gift that will truly benefit your loved one’s wellbeing.

Earth Song Wellness Centre is run

by Trish, a holistic healer and Chakra Goddess, on Commissioner Street in Cooma. Opening in September 2014, the centre has grown to include many different types of healings and treatments.

Trish offers purpose built treatment rooms for hire. Any practitioners who are looking to expand their business are welcome to use the space that Earth Song Wellness

Centre provides. With reverse cycle air conditioning, timber floors, storage cupboards, sinks, shelving and additional Wi-Fi access, the rooms have everything you need and they come with a healing and peaceful atmosphere.

Room hire is $33 per day on a three month lease or $55 per day on a week by week basis. This provides an affordable and flexible arrangement for you to take your business to the next level and share your healing with the community. There is also a yoga/ meditation room that is available for hire in the Centre.

This offer is not limited to locals. Trish is currently finalising a one bedroom apartment located above the Earth Song Wellness Centre for practitioners from out of town to use when they are offering their treatments here.

At the moment, Earth Song Wellness Centre offers yoga three times a week, weekly spiritual development circles and monthly women’s circles. There is also Reflexology every Monday and Tuesday, Aroma Touch on Wednesdays, Reiki, Aroma Reiki and Crystal Therapy on Thursdays, and Chakredy and Tarot reading on Fridays.

The Earth Song Wellness Centre is also now offering corporate pamper packages. As Trish herself says, “An appreciated worker works with appreciation.” For more information, give her a call on 0407 499 835.

An exciting addition coming soon to the Earth Song Wellness Centre is Chakradance. Making it the only

facilitator in the region, Trish is really excited about bringing Chakradance to Earth Song. The first introductory class will be held on Friday 18 March.

There is also the gorgeous gift shop, which is full of wonderful healing products. Trish is very excited about her range of crystals and crystal jewellery.

She has also been expanding her range of spiritual and wellbeing books and says that her affirmation banners and prayer flags are very popular. The gift shop is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm.

Finally, do not forget to mark September 18 in your diary for the fourth annual Spring Equinox Wellbeing Fair, Cooma’s only psychic fair.

Call in and say hello to Trish at the Earth Song Wellness Centre at 95-97 Commissioner St, Cooma.

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The Weeping Willows Hitting the Thredboâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Snowy Mountains Country Music Festival stage for the first time is country folk duo, The Weeping Willows.

The two are Melbourne musicians Laura Coates and Andrew Wrigglesworth, who not only have a great creative relationship, they have a romantic one too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bit sad really,â&#x20AC;? laughs Laura, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was a groupie.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Andrew was in a band called Lachlan Bryan and The Wildes, who I loved and followed them around. Eventually I became their backing singer and then The Weeping Willows became a sort of side project and has only become a serious pursuit for the last three years.â&#x20AC;?

Releasing their first album Til The North

Wind Blows back in 2012, their new album of southern folk songs has a darker, more gothic vibe.

Before Darkness Comes A-Callinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will be released on March 4, the day before the Snowy Mountains Country Music Festival.

After a mini tour of the USA, Laura and Andrew were inspired by the music they experienced and it has greatly influenced their exciting new album.

Laura has been singing since she was in high school and Andrew has played the guitar since his teens. Andrew has always been a fan of country folk music and even got to tour with one of his biggest influences, musician and

accomplished guitarist Tommy Emmanuel.

The Weeping Willows are very excited to be visiting the Snowy Mountains, their first time to the area, and their first time touring regional NSW as well. Their performance will be one to look out for at the Snowy Mountains Country Music Festival. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What I love about touring and performing is that Andrew and I get to do it together,â&#x20AC;? says Laura, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Which is quite rare in the music profession, many couples have to spend time apart when it comes to touring.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I also love meeting new people along the way, and I find that performing is a completely different way to communicate with people.â&#x20AC;?

These two are not to be missed if you are heading along to the fantastic Snowy Mountains Country Music Festival. If you are a fan of dusty boots and seductive harmonies, then this is the band for you.

For tickets to the festival, visit www. thredbo.com.au/countrymusicfestival and to find out more about The Weeping Willows, check out their Facebook page.

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We offer casual dining inside or out in a relaxed atmosphere overlooking the Poplar and pine covered hills so like Tuscany in Italy.

The menu is tapas, tasting plates, entree size meals and daily specials at very affordable prices. We also offer a great selection of wines and beers.

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High country fitness right on track Inspiring your imagination

Snowprint Bookshop is a lovely country bookstore located in the beautiful Snowy Mountains.

We offer a great range of fiction and non fiction books as well as games, puzzles, greeting cards and gift vouchers.

Snow Paws is the children’s own bookstore. Come in and see the wonderful variety of books and educational toys Snow Paws has to offer.

A child who reads will be an adult who thinks.

When High Country Fitness reopened on Monday February 15th, the transformation exceeded all the expectations of the proprietor, Manuela Berchtold.

She said “I’ve always dreamt of creating a world class facility encompassing everything to do with health and fitness in my town and I am literally watching the dream unfold in front of me. This fulfillment has been achieved through hard work, dedication, support and encouragement from gym members, the community, and other business owners”.

Expansions at High Country Fitness include the purchase of new equipment such as specifically designed and built lifting platforms and training rigs, plus more. New renovations include the group fitness studio and the quiet, relaxing area for treatment rooms together with offices for the allied health professionals. In addition, there is now a purpose built RPM cycle studio located on the ground floor.

The gym has a team of ten personnel catering for all ages and all levels of fitness including assisting people to get back on the right track (within the facility is a 17-metre running track for functional training).

Manuela has set up cost effective pricing structures to suit everyone’s budgets.

With 21 years in the fitness industry, which she commenced at the age of 17, Dual Winter Olympian for Australia in the sport of Mogul Skiing, Manuela is keen to encourage athletes to fulfill their dreams of representing Australia. Alex Dickson (snowboarder); Cameron Waddell (freeride skier), and Adam Lambert (snowboard/cross) are all proudly sponsored by High Country Fitness.

Looking to the future, when it comes to expanding her business into other locations, Manuela philosophically concluded “Jindabyne will always be the home base, but who knows where the wind will blow it?”

Pictured top: Manuela Berchtold and staff member Dave Akkersdyk having fun and Manuela Berchtold “takes 5” in front some of the new equipment.

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Bumper wildflower bloom in Kosciuszko right now Now is the time to head for Kosciuszko National Park to see the best of summer wildflower blooms on display.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Alpine Ecologist Ken Green reported 67 species currently flowering in Kosciuszko National Park. Ranger Danny Corcoran said some species were flowering exceptionally well.

Last yearthe Candle Heath was in its glory, but in 2016 the Bluebells are the star performers.

Rainbow Lake and other short walks provide good ways to experience native Australian alpine wildflowers.

Stop in and see the staff at the Jindabyne or Tumut visitor centres for advice on which walks suit your needs and how to prepare for a safe and enjoyable walk.

Safety information is also online here www.nationalparks.nsw.gov. au/safety/alpine

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Do you know this snowboard?

When did snowboarding begin in Australia?

Snowboards were first seen on Australian ski slopes in the early 1980s. This year is the 30th anniversary of snowboarding and to celebrate this, the Thredbo Winter Sports Museum is mounting a special display of unique, â&#x20AC;&#x153;historicâ&#x20AC;? snowboards.

This Snow Fish snowboard made in Switzerland, surfaced and Museum Administrator Chrissi Webb wishes to know more about it, and more specifically the year in which it was produced. When compared with the Swiss board, the American Burton Snow Fish snowboard fish tail is rounded.

Another snowboard of interest on show in the Museum is the Everest Snowboard with its exaggerated running groove and â&#x20AC;&#x153;keelâ&#x20AC;? on the sole of the board just before the tail.

Chrissi would like to hear any stories about these and other snowboards on display in the Museum.

You can email the stories to her on an email at aab5@bigpond.com.au.

The Museum is located at the northern end of the Alpine Hotel and accessible from the steps between the Village Square and the village bus stop.

The summer opening hours are 1pm to 5pm from December 26th to January 26th (closed Mondays); then at weekends only during February and April, plus public holidays and special events.

More information is available at www. thredboskimuseum.com; visit Friends of Thredbo Facebook page; write to Thredbo Ski Museum PO Box 6 Thredbo 2625; phone 6456 2279.

Pictured: Snow Fish snowboard made in Switzerland and Wollongong university student Amanda Zenkis with the Snow Fish snowboard

Snowboarder second at YOG Local snowboarder Alex Dickson has achieved silver in the boardercross at the Lillehammer 206 Winter Youth Olympic Games.

Securing Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second podium finish for the games, Alex only narrowly missed out on the gold after chasing the USAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jake Vedder all the way to the line. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a dream come true,â&#x20AC;? said the ecstatic youngster. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I always wanted a medal. Dicksonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s result follows on from Emily Arthurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s silver medal in the snowboard halfpipe, and is an improvement on Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two bronze medals at Innsbruck in 2012.

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Thredbo historical society incorporated Thredbo Historical Society is delighted that it has been awarded $1,630 to facilitate the purchase of a display cabinet for the Ski Museum.

This project is supported

by Arts NSW Volunteer Museum Grand Program, a devolved funding program administered

by Museums Galleries of NSW on behalf of the NSW Governmentâ&#x20AC;? said the honorary Museum Administrator Chrissi Webb.

Chrissi continued â&#x20AC;&#x153;At last the controversial â&#x20AC;&#x153;stepping outâ&#x20AC;? uniform designed by

Wine and cheese festival Join Thredbo on April 9 for the ultimate culinary celebration at the free High Country Wine & Cheese festival.

The free High Country Wine & Cheese Festival promises to be the foodie event of the season with wines on offer from Yalumba, surrounding local wineries and cheeses from the always delectable King Island Dairy.

Your foodie day out includes tastings poolside at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel, a ticketed village wide progressive wine paired dinner, Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only cheese rolling competition, live music

Ms Prue Acton OBE for the 1976 Australian Ski Federation A & B Teams visiting Europe, can be safely housed behind glass for public viewing.

This significant garment worn by B team member Garry Holt and part of the Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection, is now included on the on-line Australian Dress Register of the Powerhouse Museum.â&#x20AC;?

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track to the bottom? Enjoy a spot of tennis and golf or just sit at sunny Poolside Bar with a red wine talking up how bloody good we were!

Head to the Keller Bar on Saturday night for 1980â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s THREDBO STAFF REUNION BY the LIVE BAND! Listen from 7 PM â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;till late to the always fantastic opening act to Chris Isaak POPULAR DEMAND! Thredbo and Perisher Peak Festival, Wayne (Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s okay if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a little bit 70s or 90s too!)

Kirkpatrick and The Hip Replacements!

Well hello 80s, my old friend!

The decade that delivered the most epic ski Sunday 20th season on record and the most outrageous Recovery brunch, then kiss and go! parties ever, invites you to the return once again to the valley of memories with the people that helped make them!

Saturday 19th Take a look around Thredbo. Walk to Kozi?

Lunch at Eagles Nest, perhaps? Walk Merrittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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SCHEDULE Friday 18th From 2 PM join us for an informal meet and greet on The Local Pub and Bistro balcony.

Drinks shall ensue into the evening!

and the stunning backdrop of the Snowy Mountains!

Now in its second year, the cheese rolling competition is the perfect accompaniment to your day of tastings and will bring laughs, spills and thrills.

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This is an event not to be missed with over 70 local and nationwide companies on hand, the Snowy Mountains Trade Fair offers the ideal opportunity for local businesses to view products and services from Southern New South Wales and Northern Victorian suppliers all in one place where you can see, hear, touch, smell and taste a wide range of the newest products.

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Pine Valley Estate Live music, fresh local food, home brewed beer, house aged whiskey, an old-fashioned barber and farmers markets all in a beautiful heritage listed location.

Pine Valley Estate featuring Catcher and Co Distillery and The Atrium Restaurant has got the Snowy Mountains buzzing with excitement.

After many years, new operator Lucas Cattell is planning to restore the old Pine Valley Hotel to its former glory over the coming year. Built in 1861 during the Kiandra gold rush, the property is rich in history and bursting with character.

Moving from his spot on Vale Street, Cooma at the end of last year, Lucas and his wife Mackenzie are looking forward to the challenge of making their dream of a distillery and restaurant come true. Lucas and Mackenzie made the move down to Cooma from Newcastle more than two years ago. Having often visited friends and family in the area from a young age, Lucas has always loved Cooma and the community here. So when the opportunity arose to open up his dream distillery in the town he has always loved, he jumped on it. Now, on this beautiful heritage listed property, his dream is becoming bigger and even more exciting. With their first baby on its way and an affectionate and chatty cockatoo called Finn to keep entertained, the Cattell’s certainly have their work cut out for them, but couldn’t be more excited for the future.

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try something different, Catcher and Co is the perfect place to go. Using only the best local ingredients that he sources from local producers, Lucas’ brews are tasty and refreshing.

Made completely from scratch with the help of his good friend Karl of Jindabyne Brewing, the craft beers and meads are exactly what you’ll need after a day of adventure in the beautiful Snowy Mountains.

Lucas is looking to focus more on his whiskeys and will have the barrels on display on an indoor balcony above the bar at Pine Valley Estate. A clean and fresh unique water source available here in the Snowy Mountains as well as custom freshly roasted Australian malts and Australian coopered 100 litre barrels are what make Cather and Co’s whiskeys so delicious. Coupled with innovative minds, Lucas believes his whiskey puts Catcher and Co in a strong position to move into the growing market in Australia and internationally.

With a courtesy bus available, you will be able to have a tipple or two without having to worry about safely getting home afterwards.

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Pine Valley Estate Continued from Page 29.

It doesn’t end there; in fact we’ve barely even begun.

The gorgeous old Pine Valley Hotel is rich in history and provides the perfect atmosphere for The Atrium Restaurant.

Set in the original pub building, which was more recently the cottage, The Atrium will be a great feature of the exciting new estate.

Liz from Dizzy Delights, a catering and event management business in the Monaro

and Snowy Mountains, is as keen as mustard to take on the job.

“The Atrium will be a fresh, fun and innovative take on modern Australian food,” she says, “We’re going to do a lot of tapas and share platters. Our menu will be very seasonal, changing often and we are going to use delicious and fresh local produce as well as local talent to bring it all together.”

“We’re also going to put together picnic hampers that people will be able to buy and take out to a nice shady spot on the

lawns to enjoy some relaxed alfresco dining with the kids.”

You will be able to take a piece of the Snowy Mountains home with you, as the old kitchen that was used for the original pub will become a gorgeous gift shop.

“The aim is to always have something happening,” says Lucas, “We’ll have farmers markets on every second and fourth Sunday of the month, plus Sunday sessions every week with great live music, not to mention special events for Easter, Mother’s Day, and more.”

There is also a large function room complete with a bar, a stage and plenty of room for a dance floor. With it’s own quaint little chapel and a honeymoon suite too

(available late 2016) it would be the perfect location for a romantic Snowy Mountains wedding. With a few more boxes to tick with the Snowy River Shire Council development application and the liquor licence process well underway, Lucas, Mackenzie and Liz are keen to open as soon as they are given the green light.

Pine Valley Estate is located at 583 Snowy Mountains Highway, only 5km west of Cooma. An easy stop in while you and the family are exploring the many beautiful landscapes and fun activities our region has to offer.

Keep an eye on the Pine Valley Estate, the Catcher & Co Distillery and The Atrium Restaurant Facebook pages for more information and updates on their progress.

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Meet contemporary textile artist – Mirjam Aigner The development of her art form as a contemporary textile artist, has been a life journey for Mirjam Aigner who has put her roots down on a small acreage outside of Jindabyne where the rolling hills inspire her creativity.

Growing up in Haarlem, 25km northwest of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, Mirjam Aigner’s journey of creativity began when she attended a Steiner school. For her art had always been part of her environment with her parents being acquainted with well known Dutch artists.

Mirjam migrated to New Zealand where she met and married her Australian husband.

In 1976, she joined her husband in Adelaide.

They then moved to Sydney where she obtained a degree in languages through distance education with the University of New England. This led her to teaching French and German in the 1990s.

During the ‘80s, Mirjam had the opportunity to study wool classifying, design, weaving and spinning two days a week at Strathfield TAFE. Her first foray into quilting began with traditional quilting techniques and finally after moving to Jindabyne in 2003, her dormant artistic nature blossomed and she became interested in experimental techniques with fabric.

In 2010 she had the opportunity to attend a five-day course in Ballarat, conducted by a visiting American, Joan Schulz teaching contemporary techniques. This was followed by a trip by Mirjam to Seattle in America, to confirm the skills she had acquired by attending Joan’s very last course.

To construct a quilt Mirjam uses white natural fibre fabric which could be cotton or silk organza on to which she mono prints and enhances the design with screen or thermofax prints and then whilst searching for connection she may print over it or diminish it by overlaying or super imposing silk organza either printed or coloured, thus creating a complex multi layered art piece on the cloth. Her colours are obtained through ink paste and, or dyes whose hues are created from commercially prepared primary colours.

Indeed, it was very rewarding for Mirjam when her two art quilt pieces were submitted in 2012 and accepted for the exhibition “Regeneration” at Manly Art Gallery where the ‘crème de la crème’ of Australia’ are hung.

Recently Mirjam worked an extraordinary quilt depicting the World War I Snowy River March from Delegate in 1915. This was inspired

by the research by Rosemary Stewart Beardsley and Greta Jones for their “Bringing Them Home” photographic exhibition together with stories of some of the soldiers displayed in the Snowy River Information Centre in 2015 when the quilt was also on show.

The principal colours of the quilt are green and gold, with red symbolizing anxiety and fear. Orange is used to portray “mud, mud and more mud”.

The script from a digger’s diary, forms the top and bottom of the quilt, which measures 2 ½ metres by 1.1 metres.

The journey of the march of soldiers from Delegate to Goulburn and onwards to Hobart for embarkation and then to the war front, is told through the use of thermo fax printed copies of photos and posters.

Then there are letters from France to a mother, images of nurses, the fighting and the home coming.

For Mirjam, the compilation of the quilt was a very emotional process as she placed herself in the shoes of the young men going away and coming home quite broken, and reflecting on the consequences of war in her native Netherlands. On March 8th on International Women’s Day, Mirjam will hand over the quilt to the Delegate History Museum.

Mirjam was thrilled when one of her quilts was accepted this year for a year-long travelling display of contemporary quilts titled “A Matter of Time” curated

by Brenda Gael Smith who is based at Copacabana on the NSW central coast.

The competition was promoted world wide and 109 pieces were entered from 13 countries, of these 32 pieces including Mirjam’s, were selected.

The quilt exhibition will be on show in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

Venues in Queanbeyan and New Zealand are still to be confirmed and the exhibition could go further afield.

The selection criteria for inclusion in the exhibition included that the quilt had to be a contemporary textile piece of three layers in order to comply with the requirements. The quilt preparation became “a matter of time”, going on a journey and putting together diverse textile experiences of various disciplines. The curator assessed submissions on the artistic ability,

traditional quilting methods, excellence of worksmanship, originality and technicality.

Whilst currently producing contemporary fabric designs for Melbourne fashion designer Jody Kahlon of Melbourne, Mirjam Aigner is keen to share her talents and run small workshops exploring textile creativity at weekend courses for four to five students at very affordable prices. If you are interested in participating, then she can be contacted at mirjam. aigner2@bigpond.com or by phoning her on 0424 406 315. More about Mirjam’s work can be seen by ‘googling’ her.

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Fishing set to improve as water temperature decreases The Snowy Mountains are famously beautiful at this time of year and one of the major attractions for the region is trout fishing.

With the end of the summer fishing season approaching, local fishing experts are expecting to see an improvement in the quality of fishing leading in to the autumn period.

Anglers have been getting results using various fishing techniques and at different spots, indicating that trout are spread out all through the lakes and rivers.

Lake fishing has been very good as has trolling, but you have to get deep, with fisherman putting their lines down as far as 50 feet. Lake fisherman are getting plenty of success down around the islands and around Creel Bay. The warmer water temperatures are restricting

trout movements in shallow water with fish only coming to the shore to feed early and late, before going deep again. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Early and late in the day are the best time for shore fishing,â&#x20AC;? said Jindabyne trout fishing expert Steve Williamson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are still lots of little fish around to keep people interested.â&#x20AC;?

Shore fishing has been successful down around Rushes Bay and is only expected to get better as the temperatures drop.

Fish are cold blooded so they do not agree with the warmer temperature of the water and do not stay close to the shore for long.

When temperatures drop at night, the fish will spend more time feeding close to the shore and anglers will not have to look as deep to catch fish in the lake.

Williamson also said river

fishing has been doing well with wet flies out of faster runs and good results for lure spinners and experienced fly anglers Fly fisherman have been seeing success high on the Thredbo River and around Moonbah or Mowamba River.

From the first of May rules for the Eucumbene and Thredbo rivers will change. Only one fish over can be kept and it must be more than 50cm.

For all other fishing areas, the rules are the same which means two fish more than 25cm can be kept.

In terms of upcoming fishing, Steve predicts that Easter is looking good and it will be a good season for anglers.

In just a few weeksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; time, the weather will be cooler and there will be much better fishing in the lakes and streams.

New approach to lifejackets The Old4New lifejacket program is all about making more boaters aware of the range of modern lifejackets.

Not only are they slim-fitting but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a style to suit all different types of water activity.

Now in its third season running, the program is helping to promote wearing a lifejacket when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out on the water, especially when in smaller craft.

Advice and guidance on lifejacket maintenance and servicing is provided through the Old4New program and skippers are strongly encouraged to service their lifejacket in accordance with the manufacturerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instructions.

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In the last decade alone, nine out of 10 people who drowned in NSW while boating were not wearing a lifejacket.

The Old4New program is just part of a wider campaign to get people into the right habit of putting on a lifejacket each time they go boating.

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When to wear a lifejacket Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the most common situations when a lifejacket must be worn: in vessels under 4.8m at night, offshore, or on alpine waters, and when boating alone; by children under 12 years of age at all times in a vessel under 4.8m, and in an open area of a vessel 4.8m to 8m while underway; in recreational vessels of any size when crossing coastal bars; by anyone being towed, such as waterskiing and wakeboarding; and on personal watercraft at any time while underway.

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Thredbo’s easter adventure festival with a $10,000 golden easter egg hunt!

Thredbo are giving visitors 10,000 reasons to visit this Easter with an adventure festival plus a Golden Easter Egg Hunt with a whopping $10,000 cash up for grabs.

Thredbo’s Golden Easter Egg Hunt will happen on the mountain with six eggs, representing the cash. There will be a jackpot egg worth $5000 and five other golden eggs worth $1000 each. With six opportunities to take home the cash you should head to Thredbo to search for the eggs to make your Easter extra

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All ages can scamper across the mountain in search of lucky cash wrapped golden eggs.

Keep an eye out on Thredbo’s social media channels for clues on the day to help you locate the jackpot - Chocolate and more importantly cash. As usual there will also be the famous Giant Kids Easter Egg Hunt on Thredbo’s Village Green, where over 5,000 chocolate eggs will be hidden, ready to be found.

The fun in Thredbo also continues right across the school holidays with the Easter

Family Adventure Festival, March 25-28 and School Holiday Festival April 9-17, boasting a top mix of activities, adventures and entertainment.

The kids can climb peaks, jump on a bike, bounce on the trampolines, learn to skate and ride, clown around with the BMX Bandit and create their own piece of plaster art.

Here’s a sample of Family Adventure Easter Festival activities: • Kids Night Adventures • Mountain Bike Pump Track Workshops

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Easter cave tours 25 March 2016 – 28 March Guided Cave Tours 10:00am Jillabenan Cave (1hr) 10.30m Jersey Cave (11/2 hrs) 11.00am Jillabenan Cave (1hr) 12.00pm Jersey Cave (1hr) 1.00pm North Glor & Smugglers (11/2 hrs) 1.30pm Jersey Cave (11/2 hrs) 2.00pm Jilllabenan Cave (1hr) 3.00pm Jersey Cave (11/2 hrs) 4.00pm Jillabenan Cave (1hr) Self Guided Cave Tour Discovery Tours 9.00am to 4.30pm - South Glory Cave selfguided cave tour (last tickets sold 4.00pm) Discovery Tours Aboriginal Culture: 11:00am & 1:30pm NSW School Holidays - Dates TBC (1hr) Join our Aboriginal Discovery Rangers to learn about some of the rich Aboriginal heritage of the mountains. Learn some language, hear stories and experience a range of hands-on activities such as boomerang throwing and rope making.

Geology for kids & adults: 1:00pm on Sun 27 & Mon 28 March (21/2 hrs) 1:00pm Sat 23 & Sun 24 April (NSW School Holidays) Every rock tells a story. Participate in a handson session with our resident geologist who will introduce you to some of the tricks and secrets geologists use to identify rocks, minerals and fossils. Then apply what you have learnt on a tour through the vast and varied North Glory Cave.

Harrie Wood Cave: 12:30pm & 1:30pm on Sat 26 & Mon 28 March

(11/2 hrs) Descend into this richly decorated 80m old tourist cave, now open after eight years of cave research. You will be issued with a torch and your guide will explain that stalagmites, like trees, contain annual growth rings and can be viewed as archives of the past. View the Temple of a Thousand Idols, the heritage crystal bucket and the climate change science monitoring equipment. (Ages 6yrs+. Average fitness req’d.)

Castle Cave: 12:30pm & 2:00pm on Fri 25 & Sun 27, 9:00am Mon 28 March (3 hrs) and Sat 16 April (Heritage Week) Those with a sense of adventure and looking for a special experience can accompany one of our dedicated and experienced guides to discover this magnificent cave. (Ages 6yrs+. Average fitness required; no crawling) Coolamine Homestead Picnic Day: Friday 25 March 10:30am to 2:00pm Join us for Traditions of Two Kinds, with demonstrations from Aboriginal culture and pioneering history.

Kiandra Courthouse Open Day: Sat 26 & Sun 27 March 10:00am to 3:00pm Explore the early history of gold mining and the birthplace of skiing, all while enjoying a real coffee.

Places are limited. For bookings please phone Yarrangobilly Caves Visitors Centre on (02) 6454 9597. Payment is non-refundable and is required at time of booking.

For more information visit www.nationalparks. nsw.gov.au or call 1300 361 967 or (02) 6454 9597.

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