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HELLO AT BULLER: Enjoying this year’s family trip to Buller and their stay at Jung Frau Ski Lodge are (from left) Ollie (4), Jem (9), Imogen (2), Patrick (6) and Mia (11).

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Spring is in the air at Mt Buller snowfields

SPRING is just around the corner but Mt Buller is gearing up for an all-white September. The mountain is currently covered in just under a metre of snow and is gearing up for what is set to be a snowy spring. September will see a huge range of events on the calendar, with the ABOM Mogul Challenge and Subaru Australian Interschool Championships, the dazzling ‘80s Day, as well as the Corona Extra Pond Skim National Championships all happening throughout the month. Two great events will hit the mountain on Saturday, September 5 – the ABOM Mogul Challenge and the ever so colourful ‘80s Day. The annual ABOM Mogul Challenge will see world-class

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freestylers and mogul enthusiasts tackle the bumps on the Mt Buller summit in a bid to win fantastic prizes. Mt Buller will also revisit the neon-coloured glory days of the 1980s, when the annual ‘80s Day celebrations hit the mountain. Retro jackets and parachute pants, ﬂuoro one-pieces, headbands and sunglasses, mullets and big hair will be on parade as staff and guests gear up and take on one of the best eras of our time. Celebrations will be held across the mountain, with a DJ at Koﬂers spinning 80s tunes throughout the day, a world record attempt for the most amount of one-piece ski suits in one place, and the annual 80s

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Après Party where there’ll be a DJ, prizes for the best dressed and more. From September 9 to 13, hundreds of school students from across the country will gather at Mt Buller, when the resort hosts the 2015 Australian Interschool Snowsports Championships, which sees students compete in a range of disciplines for national titles. The Corona Extra Pond Skim National Championships will return to Mt Buller for the second time on Saturday, September 19. Spectators will enjoy seeing participants dressed in crazy costumes skim across a temporary dam on Bourke Street, taking on silly stunts to get from one side of the dam to the other.

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Celebrations will continue with après drinks and a barbecue at the Corona Beer Garden on Bourke Street, with an after party kicking on into the evening at Moosehead. Director of marketing, sales and business development for Mt Buller Mt Stirling Resort Management, Amber Gardner, said spring is a fantastic time to enjoy a snowy break. “Spring is all about fun in the sun at Mt Buller, with great deals, plenty of snow, sunny days and exciting events taking place including ‘80s Day, the ABOM Mogul Challenge, as well as the Pond Skim National Championships,” Amber said. “We’ve had such a fantastic season here at Mt Buller and it’s not over yet – this fresh snow

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will see us through the final month in sensational style. “Bring on a super spring.” Special offers on accommodation, parking and lift tickets, the Kids Stay Free program, a jam-packed event calendar and plenty of snow on the ground combine to create ideal conditions for fun and festivities for everyone this spring. “With great snow, up to 50 per cent off peak season accommodation rates and up to 30 per cent off lift passes, we can’t think of a better place to be for the month of September,” Amber said. For further information on Mt Buller, including accommodation deals, lift tickets and the events calendar, visit mtbuller. com.au.

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Our new $300,000 Wintersteiger Mercury robot is the only one in Victoria. Using this state-of-the-art technology, our technicians can tune our rental fleet & your own equipment to exact specifications – no guess work involved. Great tuning = great skiing. Try it today!! Quote code BN10 for 10% discount on your next service.

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Careful, credit card theft on the rise

VICTORIA Police are concerned at the increase in deception type offences involving the fraudulent use or theft of credit cards. Crime statistics have shown that these types of offences have increased by 29 per cent over the past year. Credit card thefts have also seen a rise with Eftpos or ATM facilities increasingly being used in deception offences where a credit card has been

stolen or used fraudulently. Goulburn Valley divisional crime manager Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Maher said the increased popularity of contactless payment options such as ‘tap and go’ and ‘paywave’ have made credit cards a more attractive item for theft. “The majority of these crimes are opportunistic and so can be avoided,” he said. “These thefts are more likely to occur when credit cards

are left unsecured and left in plain sight. “They have been stolen from motor vehicles, houses, mailboxes, handbags and wallets when they have not been properly secured. “During a house burglary at Broadford, a handbag containing the victim’s personal papers and cards was stolen; within a few hours the offenders had used the credit card 12 times, with a total cost

of more than $400 - before the victim knew the card had been stolen. “There are some very simple steps to take to avoid becoming a victim of this type of fraud,” Detective Senior Sergeant Maher said. These steps include: keep credit/debit cards secure and in a safe place; don’t leave credit/debit cards and other ﬁnancial documents in your car;

lock your mailbox and regularly collect mail; store cards away immediately after using ATMs; and utilise any extra security features that your bank may offer which will protect your credit cards from being used by anyone but you. “Regularly monitor your account transactions and avoid using public computers to make online shopping or banking transactions,” Det

Snr Sgt Maher said. “Report any unknown transactions that appear on financial statements to your bank and lost or stolen credit cards should immediately be reported to the police, as well as to your bank.” Crime prevention fact sheets, which include tips on how to prevent becoming a victim of crime relating to credit card deceptions can be found at www.police.vic.gov.au.

Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to work we go By LIZ WEBB THERE’S a crew at Mt Buller who are always working hard, but rarely ever seen. The Mt Buller gnomes are a happy little group and the only people who have ever seen them going about their work are the Mansfield Mount Buller Bus Line (MMBL) drivers. According to the MMBL team, the gnomes moved in about 10 years ago, first at the gnome tree house and then their relatives moved in up at the village. No one knows where they came from or why they appeared. It’s all very mysterious. The next thing we knew is that their little house appeared, and since then gnomes from all around the world have visited Mt Buller at different times, especially in winter. According to MMBL staff who

have tried to make contact with the gnomes, there is only one person who is able to talk with them and has seen them moving around. Many years ago, a group of gnomes were kidnapped and locked away, but one driver, Mr D, saved them and since then, the gnomes only reveal their true selves to him and contact him when they have a problem or need extra food or building materials. Mr D often stops his bus at the gnome house, especially when he has kids suffering from travel sickness on board. He has found that once the kids get out and look inside the house and see the sleeping gnomes, they become so involved in trying to wake them up that it takes their minds off their queasiness and they spend the rest of their trip up the mountain, talking excitedly about

their visit to the gnomes. (Gnomes, like pygmy possums, are nocturnal creatures so they always sleep through the visits.) The gnomes are now so popular on the mountain, that most Mt Buller operators encourage one or two to spend time inside their businesses and there’s even a booklet providing information about the Mt Buller gnomes and where they can be seen during the day – but don’t try to look for them at night, because that’s when they leave their mountain positions and go out to work or party with their friends. THEY’RE HOME: Spotted at the Mt Buller gnome house the other morning………the guest services gnomes welcoming crew members of the real guest services team on their way to work at the top. PHOTO: Liz Webb

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LOOK AT THAT: Visitors to the National Alpine Museum on Mt Buller marvel at the hand knitted fashion icons currently on display. PHOTOS: Liz Webb

Fashionable winter wool

By LIZ WEBB THE National Alpine Museum of Australia (NAMA), level 1 at Mt Buller Alpine Central, is featuring a unique winter wool fashion display. Wool was once the most fashionable and functional item for every ski wardrobe. If you’re old enough, most of the items will bring fond memories ﬂooding back. If you’re young and trendy, you’ll marvel at the intricacy and craftsmanship of some of the splendid items on display. Fair Isle, cable knit, jumpers, jackets, hats, socks, gloves, once every winter ski wardrobe boasted colourful hand knitted, fashionable creations.

The Mt Buller knit collection provides a truly comprehensive coverage of what are now regarded as collectors’ items. As a special for Interschools week, NAMA’s most talked about item – the knitted ‘hoodie’ pattern will be on sale for one week only at just $7. You too can knit yourself an heirloom and be the height of fashion on the slopes or the city. The National Alpine Museum of Mt Buller, Level 1, Alpine Central, Summit Road, Mt Buller is open Tuesday 1pm-4pm; Wednesday 2pm-4pm; Après @ the Museum Wednesdays 5pm-7pm (July 1 - August 26); Thursdays 1pm4pm; Friday 1pm-4pm; Saturday 12-3pm; and Sunday 12-3pm.

FASHION TOPS: This winter ‘hoodie’ was a precursor to the modern day take of what is now a very fashionable wardrobe item - but the knitted hoodie kept head, ears and shoulders warm.

THIS image of some of the crew from Jung Frau Ski Lodge is a true representation of how all of our children feel about being among the snow and soaking up the culture here at Buller. It is a family tradition every year (with more than 20 family members and friends - consisting of three generations) to come up and stay at Jung Frau Ski Lodge and hit the slopes. Our youngest skier is two years old and the oldest is 62 (one of our best teachers among the group). Our favourite highlight of the week is the whole gang attending the annual ski off down the family run following hot chocolates and donuts at Koflers. Our trip is the highlight of the year for all of us and we now have a group Facebook page dedicated to this annual trip where we can share memorable highlights from each other’s day. Everyone improves out of sight year-on-year and the encouragement and positivity among the group is what makes it so special. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of the amazing staff on the mountain who have always been more than accommodating to all our needs; from ski hire to ski school and transport around the mountain, our trip just wouldn’t be the same without the friendly and patient staff.

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In brief

Impounded after speeding at 178km/h MANSFIELD Highway Patrol members impounded an Audi Q7 after it was detected speeding in Merrijig last week. Officers clocked the SUV travelling at 178km/h in a 100km/h section of Mt Buller Road around 9.30am on Tuesday. Police intercepted the vehicle and spoke to the driver, a 19-year-old Balwyn man. The car was impounded and the man is facing towing costs of $1045. He is expected to be charged on summons with excessive speed and speed dangerous.

KIDS’ SPACE: This Mt Buller ski instructor is teaching a group of learners who hit the slopes in near perfect conditions with lots of fresh snow on the ground. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

ALTHOUGH the 10 year average for numbers of visitors to Mt Buller has risen by some 10 per cent, this year’s ﬁgures are still down by 10 per cent from 2014. However, these ﬁgures are expected to rise again with the annual Interschool competitions starting next week and the spring racing schedule in full swing.

In week 10 of the season stats show 29,304 visitors arrived on Mt Buller and some 1167 to Mt Stirling, however, these numbers are still down by 10 per cent and six per cent respectively. Mt Buller is still leading the way when it comes to the most visitors across the Victorian snowﬁelds taking almost half of all stats – totalling 76,607 across

all resorts for week 10. The stats are again reﬂected in the year to date numbers – also down by 10 per cent across all resorts. The declining pattern continues with the visitor days for 2015 with Buller numbers down by 12 per cent and Stirling down by 17 per cent. These figures may just be

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reflected in the lack of early snow and as snow continues to fall across the region, numbers are expected to lift between now and mid-September. On a higher note when yearly ﬁgures are looked at on that 10 year basis Mt Buller has gained some 14 per cent additional visitors while Mt Stirling has jumped by 19 per cent.

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Two therapies appeal to range of patients at Mt Buller Gym

Answers on the way?

By LIZ WEBB FOR many years now, Mt Buller skiers and boarders of all ages have beaten a path to Mt Buller Gym to visit Andy and Marg - the resident physiotherapists. This year, Marg has moved on and Mt Buller now has a resident myotherapist. Zoe Kettlewell has joined the team, and the choice of two therapies is appealing to a wider range of patients. Zoe, while a relatively new practising myotherapist, is a very long time Mt Buller identity. She has skied Buller since she was ﬁve years old, worked at the Whitt for two seasons and is famous for her “Blue Bras on Bourke Street” fundraiser in 2011, which collected funds for prostate cancer awareness. Mt Buller’s physiotherapist Andi Rogers is also well known and loved. She has ‘saved’ many injured snow sports enthusiasts in the past eight years. Andi is also a snowboard and ski school instructor and is probably most famous for her yoga classes. These two passionate sportswomen are the ideal professionals to call upon when your body is screaming for relief from the pain caused by the stresses and strains of your favourite snow sport. There are distinctions between the two therapies and explained very brieﬂy, myotherapy (muscle therapy) is a form of physical therapy used to

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treat or prevent soft tissue pain and restricted joint movement. Myotherapy incorporates trigger point therapy and a wide range of soft tissue massage and manipulation, dry needling, cupping and joint mobilisation. Myotherapists also use stretching, nutritional advice, exercise prescription, postural advice, and heat and cold therapy, all to target specific muscle areas. It requires little patient participation. Myotherapists give a special, very

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deep tissue massage. The patient does little active work during the session. Because they work so deeply and intensely, myotherapy can be painful during the treatment, but the therapist will always gauge how much pressure is comfortable for the patient to achieve optimal release and relief of their pain. Physiotherapists deal with a wide range of movement impairments in the general community, but of course at Mt Buller these are usually musculoskeletal injuries.

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Physiotherapists assess and diagnose the problem before using a wide range of treatment techniques. This often requires active participation from the patient. Physiotherapists use passive techniques such as joint mobilisation, massage, dry needling, electrotherapy, strapping and braces, but they also frequently use graded exercise programs to rehabilitate injured bodies back to their normal activity levels. Call the gym on 57776000 to make a booking and see the results for yourself.

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‘We know Mt Buller property’

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FOLLOWING on from a request from Charles Street in the Buller News, July 24 issue, for answers to the Mt Stirling road issue, John Huber, ARMB chief executive officer had this to say this week: “Earlier this year the Minister for Planning Richard Wynne asked for the Planning Permit Application for the Link Road Project to be assessed by an independent advisory committee. “As such, Planning Panels Victoria convened an advisory committee to consider the planning application in relation to this proposal. “The advisory committee hearing has since occurred and the resulting report and recommendations have been provided to the Minister for Planning.” The arguments around the proposed link road to be built between Mt Buller and Mt Stirling have raised some issues from skiers and long-time users of the area. Mr Street has been opposing the proposal saying there are easier and more cost effective solutions to the link road. Backing him up in more recent times has been former operations manager for Mt Stirling Alpine Resort, John Coffey, and long-time skier John Eisner. It is hoped that once the Minister for Planning has received the report and recommendations his decision will be made public as soon as possible.

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120 YEARS ALL UP: Reaching the milestone of 20 years’ service to BSL are (from left) Matthew Modulon, Gregor Lo Presti, Lyn Junor, Julie Syme, Dive Burton and Justin Farnell. PHOTOS: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

WELL DONE: Mt Buller ski patroller Andy Laidlaw has worked on the mountain for 35 years.

BSL recognises long serving team members

BULLER Ski Lifts celebrated its long serving team members last week, with an awards ceremony held at the Moosehead Bar and Bistro on Friday evening. Each year, team members reaching a ‘years of service milestone’ are treated to a night out in recognition of their contribution and loyalty to the mountain. A staggering 78 team members were recognised at this year’s event, representing Ski Patrol, Mountain Operations,

the Ski and Snowboard School, Buller Sports and hospitality. Of these, eight team members were recognised for 20 years of service, two for 25 years and three for 30 years. Most notably, ski patroller Andy Laidlaw and ski instructor Peter Mioni were recognised for 35 years with Buller Ski Lifts. Both Laidlaw and Mioni, who joined the Mt Buller team in 1980, have experienced a vast number of changes to the resort during their time there.

This includes the mountain operating with one lift company for the ﬁrst time, following the Bourke Street Lift Company’s successful takeover of Mt BSL Pty Ltd in 1985. General manager of Buller Ski Lifts, Laurie Blampied, who is just a year away from receiving a 20 years of service award himself, was delighted to see such long serving members of the community recognised for their contribution. “The number of individuals receiving a years of service

award is a testament to the Mt Buller community and culture within Buller Ski Lifts,” Laurie said. “We are proud to see so many of our workforce return year after year and I am delighted we are able to recognise their contribution to the resort with an event like this,” he said. As the largest operator on Mt Buller, BSL employs up to 700 staff during the winter months with over 50 per cent comprised of returning staff.

THREE BY 30: Tony Smythe, Heather Little and Mark Fuller have all reached their 30 year milestones.

Over Snow 2015 Schedule Servicing Mt Buller with 6 specialist vehicles incl fridge, freezers.

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DELIVERING TO BULLER

READY TO RACE: The competition was fierce at this year’s 2015 Subaru Victorian Interschool Cross Country Championships.

Interschool cross country held at Buller

Mark Foley

Bigger, better, faster Foley NAME: Mark Foley AGE: 46 RESIDENCE WHEN NOT AT MT BULLER: Mt Martha on the Peninsula. SKI ABILITY (AND BE HONEST): Ha ha, advanced and love the Bumps. HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU BEEN SKIING AT MT BULLER: 41 FAVOURITE RUNS/ AREAS TO SKI: Hogs Back, Hangmans, Moonlight Ridge and the Sun Valley bowl. EVER SKIED OVERSEAS AND WHERE?: Yes, Mica heli in BC, Champoluc in Italy, Hakuba in Japan. WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT MT BULLER: When the snow is on the mountain it offers such a

FOCUSED: Balwyn High School’s Lucas Rumberg pulls away from his competitor.

wide range of skiing terrain, I have many great mates that I ski with each Saturday which just makes my week. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO FOR SEASON 2015: A big dump I hope so we can get back out to Moonlight. WHEN NOT OUT ON THE SLOPES YOU ARE DOING?: Out for a walk with the family, tuning the kids’ skis and cooking for the family which I love doing. THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE SKIING AT MT BULLER: Second home, beautiful and fun.

OFF AND RACING: The Division II girls were off and racing, with Arkie Patern of Methodist Ladies College, Ella Best of Melbourne Grammar, and Stephanie Allen of Methodist Ladies College.

THE 2015 Victorian Interschool Cross Country Championships were held recently on Mt Buller, and with plenty of snow the action was guaranteed. Geelong Grammar and Wangaratta High School were the stand out competitors, putting their local knowledge to good use when covering the terrain. Ever since their addition to the Victorian Interschool Snowsports Championships the Cross Country disciplines of Cross Country Classical and Cross Country Relay (a skate event) have been very popular. They have also served as a very important means of introducing many Victorian school children to the sport of Cross Country Skiing. Over many years Mt Buller has provided a wonderful venue for this competition, and many of the sport’s elite athletes have risen through the various Interschool Age Divisions and gone on to represent Australia at World Cups, World Championships, and also the Olympics.

Mattis takes out Silver race By PAM ZIERK-MAHONEY THE 2015 Stirling Silver race, an annual event organised through the Melbourne Nordic, has been run and won. Taking out the honours this year was Estonian ski instructor Mattis Jaama. Mattis works for Stirling Experience instructing children and adults in the ﬁner points of cross country skiing. He took out the race, which is an uphill climb from King Saddle (Geelong Grammar Hut), in a time of just 26 minutes. Second place went to Rob Cutris who crossed the line just 30 seconds behind Mattis.

Melbourne Nordic now organises this long-standing ski event formerly run by the Mansﬁeld Nordic Ski Club - at Mount Stirling. This race is part of the Skike Victorian Ski Chase race series. Historically, this race was run on a fairly traditional undulating race circuit. In an effort to give the event a distinctive ﬂavour that capitalises on the unique character of Mount Stirling, the race has been changed to a point-to-point hill climb as of 2012. The race starts at King Saddle and covers 7.5km and climbs 360m.

IMPARTING KNOWLEDGE: Mattis Jaama, Mt Stirling ski instructor, imparts his cross country ski knowledge to this group of Mansfield Primary School students during lessons recently. Mattis recently also took out the Stirling Silver race, following on from the Mt Buller Adventure race some weeks earlier. PHOTO: Peter Mahoney

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What’s coming up on Buller

MT BULLER has strong ties to the Olympic movement, with more winter Olympians calling Mt Buller home than any other Australian resort. A unique opportunity exists for the Mt Buller community to show to our Olympians support by attending a party and raise funds to support the year round training activities of Australia’s best athletes. Come and party with our Olympic athletes striving for Gold, including current World Champion Laura Peel and two-time World Champion Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin, along with many others. There will also be the opportunity via auction to secure the ultimate on-snow experience for yourself or your child, with a number of Australia’s best athletes (Alex Pullin, Britt Cox, Brodie Summers, Anton Grimus, Cam Bolton, Belle Brockhoff, Sami Kennedy Sim) all available for a private lesson the following day. All of this will take place at the Winter Institute of Australia (OWIA) Gold Party which takes place at Mt Buller this Saturday, August 22. The Gold Party – cocktail part from 8pm to 1am will be held at the Moosehad Bar, ABOM this Saturday with dress code being ‘Cocktail with a touch of gold’. Ticket includes beer, wine, cocktails and canapés up to 11pm – drinks at bar prices 11pm to 1am.

OLYMPIC ATHLETES FORUM - with the 2015 Victorian Interschool Snowsports Championships days away, Mt Buller club program athletes and interschool competitors have the opportunity to learn from the best, taking part in an Olympic athletes forum. OWI leading athletes will be passing on their tips for success, with kids having the opportunity to ask their favourite athlete a question and signed autograph. What: Olympic Athletes Forum Who: Mt Buller Club Program Athletes (Snow Squad, MBRC, TBR) & Interschool Competitors Where: ABOM, When: 4 till 5:30pm, Saturday August 22, 2015 Entry: $5, payable at the door, includes hot chocolate. PEAK PICS COMP 2015 Show us what “My Moment” means to you. Prize pool $2000+. Peak Pics is Mt Buller’s Annual Photography Competition. Each year an amazing range of talented photographers submit their incredible shots. Peak Pics celebrates mountain enthusiasts engaged in awe inspiring activities. With a great range of prizes including a Canon EOS 100D, gate entry season

passes, and a heap of goodies from our sponsors, make sure you get snapping soon. Enter now or vote for your favourite. SUBARU VICTORIAN INTERSCHOOL SNOWSPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS The 2015 Subaru Victorian Interschool SnowSports Championships will be held at Mt Buller from August 24 to 30. Competitors have the choice of Alpine Giant Slalom, Snowboard Giant Slalom, Boardercross, Skiercross and Moguls. For further information please visit the website. JEBEDIAH LIVE AT THE KOOROORA HOTEL Expect nothing short of a FUNtastic set filled with infectious singalongs and beaming grins from both band and fans as Kevin Mitchell, Chris Daymond, Vanessa Thornton and Brett Mitchell deliver a two hour plus set in two halves: beloved classics and surprises first, then their ‘97 debut and fan favourite, ‘Slightly Odway’, in its blissful, ballistic entirety. You need to be 18+ to attend this event. Where: The Kooroora Hotel, Mt Buller, When: 26 August, Time: from 9pm till late. Tickets available for purchase at the door for $40.

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ABOM MOGUL CHALLENGE The world’s best freestylers tackle the bumps on Summit on September 5 at Mt Buller. The ABOM Mogul Challenge attracts a world-class field including Winter Olympians and World Cup competitors. The event’s history dates back to late 80s and this iconic, colourful mogul competition is now one of the longest running race events in the world attracting the world’s best skiers from across the globe. ‘80S DAY Have you been dying to bust out that fluoro ski suit that’s been buried in the attic for the past decade? Well, Eighties Day at Mt Buller is just what you’ve been waiting for. On September 5, Mt Buller celebrates all things 80s by hosting a fun-filled Eighties Day. For one ultra-cheesy day only, resort visitors, staff and residents will

dust off their tightest and brightest retro ski outfits and hit the slopes in style, making the most of the fantastic spring weather. Grab your fluoro onesie and leg warmers and get ready to get righteous. Around the mountain plenty of venues are remembering the decade fashion forgot. CORONA EXTRA POND SKIM NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS IT’S SPRING MAYHEM ON MT B! ‘Pool’ party? Check. DJ? Check. Corona Beer Garden & BBQ? Check. Celebrity judges? Check. 150,000L dam made from snow on Bourke St? Check! Get set for the wildest weekend in spring with some local lunatics offering to cartwheel through a temporary dam we’re building on Bourke St for your viewing entertainment. It’s all about crazy costumes, silly stunts and a giant outdoor party to celebrate Buller at its best - in spring. That’s not all folks. The party continues with Apres Ski on Bourke St at the Corona Beer Garden, then things heat up (thankfully for the competitors) at the official Corona Extra Pond Skim Après party from 7pm at Moosehead.

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HAVE you noticed your jackets and pants looking wet when the weather is a little bit damp? Your gear may not be getting wet on the inside, but you may find that the breathability may not be as good as it was. All is not lost... Let me explain. Waterproof/breathable outerwear needs maintenance. No matter what happens the waterproof membrane or coating on the inside of the outer fabric usually remains waterproof. If you find yourself feeling damp on the inside it’s likely that the breathability has been compromised. Outerwear has a water repellent coating on the outside that causes water to bead and run off. This coating wears off through abrasion and washing. When this coating is lost the fabric looks wet. This reduces the breathability to the point that it’s like wearing a plastic bag. You get real sweaty. The coating needs to be replaced by using products specially formulated to improve waterproofing and breathability such as the NIKWAX TX Direct in either a spray or a wash in product or a silicone water guard spray if your issues are just water repellence. During springtime spots of grease often magically appear on your jacket or pants? I’m here to solve two mysteries.

SSA NATIONAL CHILDREN’S SERIES Australia´s best alpine athletes in the U16, U14 and U12 categories will compete in this 3 day event at Mt Buller for the National Championship title. Loads of action is guaranteed when those young athletes compete in Giant Slalom, Slalom and Skicross.

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New Buller Central stands out from the crowd NOW in its third winter season Buller Central is a thriving hub off the Village Square. As a part of this aptly named Central, and nestled among the Snow Gums, is the Powder Bar - the ideal spot for that perfect coffee, Italian inspired lunch and dinner, or après ski drink. The Powder Bar features inside and outside dining overlooking the heart of Mt Buller’s Village Square and is the place to unwind. The bar features European beers and local favourites from Brown Brothers and AMEO Park on the Mornington Peninsula. An Aperol Spritz is a great start for a group of

friends settling in for a long lunch or evening out. Winter operation hours are from 8.30am till late. And Buller Central offers stylish and comfortable accommodation with family rooms equipped with a queen bed and a set of bunks - suitable for families. Bunk rooms feature two sets of bunk beds ideal for up to four people sharing. All rooms offer a private ensuite bathroom. And the staff are the friendliest bunch on the mountain according to its guests. Greeting you at reception is Rowena (RoRo Exell) who has had many years’ experience

working on Mt Buller. She comes to Buller from Kilmore. At the Powder Bar is Dallas (Harrison) and his staff who can brighten any day or night with their cocktails and range of beverages, gourmet pizza and nibbles. And just arrived on the mountain for this season is executive chef Ben Clarke. Ben comes to Oli’s Kitchen with a ﬂair for cooking Italian cuisine. And he knows what hungry skiers and snowbaorders need to boost their energy after a day on the slopes. For enquiries or bookings call 57776181.

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Packed house at short film festival Trish McKenzie, Chris and Jacqui Morley.

John Huber, Wendy Jagger (artist) and Dean Belle.

Dan Roberts, Ewen Macaskill and Pamela Durwin.

Great time had at Grimus dinner Ruth Browning, Oliver Browning, Ian Browning, Father Christmas, James Browning and Kim Perks.

CHRISTMAS in July at the Pension Grimus dinner table is always great fun – and was the same for this year. Having a great time at the annual event are these folk captured below by photographer Mark Woodsford.

“Chuck Buddy 2”: The People’s Choice was awarded for “Chuck Buddy 2” and was presented to (from left) Freddie Moffat, (People’s Choice judge) Joe Corchoran, Adam Pacak, Lachlan Henderson, Mackenzie Henderson with sponsor Mark Woodsford. The award was sponsored by RT Edgar Real Estate and iOn Camera.

Jana Brook and Sarah Brennen.

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“Dreaming Japan 2015”: The Silver Award went to John Bialylew. He was presented his award by Anton Grimus - Sponsored by Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Resort Managements Board – Seasons Carpark Pass.

“Skiing Kyrgystan”: The Gold Award - Sponsored by Pension Grimus and iOn Camera was presented by Anton Grimus to Jock Gunn - the Gold Award and the Hans Grimus Perpetual Trophy.

“The Red Army”: Gold Award went to Secondary Student - Rupert Balfe presented by Watkin McLennan - Sponsored by FoodWorks and iOn Camera.

“Chuck Buddy 2”: (from left) Mackenzie Henderson, Lachlan Henderson, Freddie Moffat, Adam Pacak presented by Watkin Mclennan -Primary School Award. PHOTOS: Mark Ashkanasy and Mark Woodsford

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SOME 120 people attended the official opening of local artist Wendy Jagger’s one woman exhibition at Alpine Central on August 8. President of the Arts Council of Mansfield and Mt Buller, Lee Huber, said the opening was a fantastic success with many of Wendy’s art pieces being sold on the night. “About 40 people came up

the mountain especially for the opening which was great,” she said. Welcoming everyone to the opening was ARMB chief executive officer John Huber, followed by ARMB board vice chairman, Dean Belle, who outlined Wendy’s career path. Wendy then spoke on how she goes about painting in the snow and creating her fine porcelain pieces. Many of Wendy’s fans attended the opening night including these folk:

“Finally”: (from left) Watkin McLennan presents Dillon Mason the Silver Award – Secondary Student.

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“Skiing Through Time”: (from left) Boris Standish, Charles Heyburn (not pictured) presented by Watkin McLennan - Primary School Award.

MT BULLER’S Short Film Festival was held last Saturday night to a packed Alpine Cinema audience. Coordinator of the event Mark Ashkanasy said there was a great depth of talent shown in creating all of the entries offered at this year’s event. “Based on the success of this year’s event another screening will take place in September with a date yet to be advised,” Ashkanasy said. Mark Ashkanasy and co-producer of the event Mark Woodsford thanked all of the event sponsors who helped make this another successful competition. This year entries were welcomed from school students. Ashkanasy and Woodsford also invited anyone interested in the Short Film Festival to come and join their committee.

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CATHERINE: Taking a nice gate was Catherine Chen.

LITTLE CHAMPS: Winners of the GS U12 event at the presentations were (from left) James Kelly, Ricardo Esposito and Daniel Friday with Stoffle Maier, Doug Crawford and Millie Bongiorno.

FINE MOVES: Garry Skinner competing in the PGS section of the King of the Mountain cuts a fine turn on the downhill.

NECK AND NECK: Georgia Richardson and Helena Lansell running a tight race in the PGS.

MILLIE: Mt Buller Race Club captain Millie Bongiorno takes her first run down the slopes during King of the Mountain last weekend.

ROUNDING THE GATE: Matisse Stafford makes a fine move around another gate during his run down in the GS.

GRAND SLAM: Winners of the Grand Slam U16 event at the presentations were (from left) Millie Perkins, Bridget Henry and Anja Bjarnason with team captains Doug Crawford (far left) and Millie Bongiorno (far right) and Stoffle Maier.

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MT BULLER Race Club hosted the legendary Melbourne City Land Rover King of the Mountain 2015 on the slopes over the weekend. More than 600 young and passionate snowboarders and skiers competed in this 3-day event in the disciplines of Giant Slalom, Parallel Giant Slalom and Boardercross/ Skicross. Competitors showed great boarding and skiing throughout the entire event, which started on Friday with a Giant Slalom competition on Little Buller Spur, continued on Saturday with a Parallel Giant Slalom on Summit and concluded on Sunday with a Boardercross and Skicross on the newly built and challenging Skyline course. Stofﬂ Maier, program director at the Mt Buller Race Club, likes to thank the Buller Ski Lifts Mountain Operations Team, the Ski Patrol and especially the Mt Buller Race and Events Department for their incredible support in the lead up and during the event. Through a great team effort, the events were run extremely professionally and provided a great stage for the young and upcoming local champions to show case their skills and competitiveness.

Besides competing each single day for glory, competitors also tried to achieve great results in all three events to maximise their chances to win the King of the Mountain overall trophy. “Congratulations to the overall winners of the Melbourne City Land Rover King of the Mountain 2015,” Maier said. Results: Snowboard King of the Mountain 2015 Winners: Grom 0 Female: Lily Maisano Grom 1 Male: Will McCarthy Grom 1 Female: Amberley Bartle Grom 1 Male: Harry Hart Grom 2 Female: Olivia Elliott Grom 2 Male: Oscar Percy Junior Female: Millie Bongiorno Junior Male: Nicholas Masjuk Alpine King of the Mountain 2015 Winners: U10 Female: Isla Burrell U10 Male: Max Kelly U12 Female: Margie McGlashan U12 Male: James Kelly U14 Female: Helena Lansell U14 Male: Angus Hill U16 Female: Millie Perkins U16 Male: Oskar Maier Junior Female: Yolanda Fulton-Richmond Junior Male: Douglas Crawford A full list of results can be found on www. mtbullerraceclub.com.au.

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Feel free to test your skills at FreeBOM

STOP CRIME: Leading Senior Constable Brendan Lampkin discusses crime prevention with Kym Henderson and Tamara Robie from Snow Fox Boutique.

visitors to the mountain. The message from police was that they are available to be called 24 hours a day. If a physical response is not available a supervisor will make contact and discuss options. Police can also handle receipt of lost property and take

reports of lost property. Police also offered tips about snow safety to visitors on the mountain. It is also rumoured that police were involved in a (friendly) snow fight with a group from ski school. The result was a draw with smiles all round.

Prizes will be awarded to all ages and genders based on skiing, dressing, airing, falling and FreeBOMing. There are prizes for everyone including a couple named after former Buller greats, like the “Nick Cleaver” and “Kirstie Marshall” awards for best male and female performance. “Wood Run is known for its big bumps and Bull Run Bowl is the hot spot for Buller’s expert skiers,” Watkins said. “However, this Saturday the Bull Run Bowl will be an infusion of ski culture, funky music and friends, so I hope you can make it down to ski and watch.” DETAILS: When: Saturday, August 22 Sign-on: 8:30am – 10am, Village Square FreeBOM Event: 12pm – 3:30pm, Wood Run Where: Mt Buller’s Wood Run (Subject to change pending snow conditions) Who: Intermediate skiers to Olympians of all disciplines. We invite you all to test your skills on this level playing field of slush, bumps and high-fives. Tickets: $40 - find details on mountainwatch.com, registration includes the Chillfactor Magazine.

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FreeBOM is back this year although you may not have noticed it last year. It is a core free skiing event that celebrates the rich history of skiing on Mt Buller and the Bull Run Bowl. Watkin McLennan, event creator says “FreeBOM is for every skier. “It is your chance to get a cheer from the lift, a highﬁve at the bottom of the run and a shout-out from an MC in a one piece suit,” he said. “It’s not about how well you ski it’s about how well you want to ski,” Watkins says. “This is theatre, this is action, this is the way skiing was meant to be before espresso coffee made it just another Saturday.” The competition is much like a big mountain event but instead of being held on the side of a steep rocky peak the event is located on Mt Buller’s infamous Wood Run – birthplace of Aussie bump skiing and an achievable challenge for intermediate skiers and a blast for experts. Skiers will be judged on their skiing ﬂuidity, aggression, line choice and control. The format is relaxed and the judges are as much a part of the entertainment as they are looking at the skiing.

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IT always pays to know your work surrounds, and staff of the Mt Buller Mt Stirling Alpine Resorts Management team took time out recently to familiarise themselves more with the surrounds of Mt Stirling. “We recently took a family over to Mt Stirling which took in some of the trails and what’s new at the visitor centre and café,” said marketing assistant Kate Monahan. “Mt Stirling this season is offering fantastic facilities for those who prefer the natural environment for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.” Staff set off on the trails to experience for themselves the wonders of Stirling and the pleasure of snow shoeing the terrain - then went back for a warming hot chocolate or coffee at the refurbished cafe. Before setting off they were ﬁtted correctly with snow shoes or cross country skis, whichever they preferred, by Stirling Experience operator Craig Jones and his staff. They were accompanied on their walk by members of the Stirling Ski Patrol.

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Power blowout quickly fixed DOWN but not out completely is the way a power outage could be described for Mt Buller last week. “It’s been a bit of a challenging week on the mountain with a fault in the resort’s underground power supply causing disruptions in power to the Village and ski area,” reported Buller Ski Lifts’ Libby Blampied. The power outage meant a number of buildings and chairlifts were running on generators which were specially transported up the mountain on the Monday evening. “The great news was that by Wednesday the issue had been completely rectiﬁed, 20 lifts were back turning by Thursday and all lifts were set to open on that weekend - and it’s all systems go once again,” Libby said. It is believed that during the power outage some staff members were accommodated at different lodges and the road to the top was closed for approximately one hour while the generators made their way up. Half of the road was also closed for one night near White Bridge to enable new cabling to be laid - the cause of the outage was a ‘blowout’ in the cable connections. Good planning, great staff and cooperation saw as little as possible disruption to the ﬂow of services to the mountain.

PERFECT TIME: Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the delights of skiing and snow shoeing on Mt Stirling. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

Mt Stirling is gearing up for a sensational spring IT’S been a fantastic season so far here at Mt Stirling and there’s still plenty of time to head up and enjoy everything our beautiful resort has to offer. We’re stoked to currently have 68cm of snow cover on the Summit and an average of 69cm on the upper trails. With spring just around the corner it’s the perfect time to take some layers off and soak up the sunshine

as you wander off into the stunning Snow Gum woodlands for your next Mt Stirling alpine adventure. Fat bikes are coming out to play. Mt Stirling is continuing the trial introduction of fat bikes at Telephone Box Junction (TBJ) this winter. During the month of September, visitors are able to use fat bikes on Circuit Road from TBJ to King Saddle, and on the Circuit Road from TBJ to Howqua Gap between

9am-4pm on weekends. Riders will need to check in with the ski patrol director at TBJ to identify which part of the Circuit Road is available for use on each permitted day. The trial run will only be held on weekends throughout September to help Mt Stirling Resort Management determine whether the opportunity for fat bikes can be further developed within the resort.

So if you’re a keen rider who wishes to test out the fat bike trails this winter, come and try it out and let us know what you think. For more information on Mt Stirling including activities, trail reports and up to date conditions, visit mtstirling.com.au. If you’re on social media, make sure you join us on Facebook and Instagram too for the latest direct from the mountain.

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Purchase a Whitt apartment off the plan THE Ski Club of Victoria (SCV) offers the last few apartments for sale in its Whitt Apartments development, adjacent to the Ivor Whittaker Memorial Lodge in Summit Road, Mt Buller. Peter McIntyre, one of Australia’s most celebrated architects, has designed the apartments, which feature two to four bedrooms (depending on buyer preference), two bathrooms, open plan kitchen-living-dining, laundry, drying and storage facilities, balcony and undercover car parking. With a very affordable starting price of $590,000 the apartments are planned for construction over the summer of 2015-16. SCV president Suzie Batten said buyer registrations were strong and there were only a limited number of apartments remaining. “This is a unique opportunity for club members and Mt Buller patrons to secure a delightful apartment in a prime location on the mountain,” she said. “The apartments are very conveniently situated near Bourke Street, Athletes Walk and the Whitt, and all offer exceptional northerly views.”

Potential purchasers are invited to discuss their needs with Mark Adams Real Estate. Suzie said the club had lodged its planning permit application and the Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Resort Management board had pledged its support for the development, which would occupy a separate leasehold upon construction. She said selling ‘off the plan’ allowed for owners to put their own stamp on their prime piece of real estate on Victoria’s prime mountain. “And this development will enable us to commence a longer term program to develop better accommodation and amenities for our SCV members and guests,” she said. The SCV board gratefully acknowledges the contribution of Peter McIntyre on this project. A highly recognised and respected architect, Peter is a longstanding Mt Buller skier and SCV member. He has extensive experience in alpine architecture, having designed Dinner Plain and many of Buller’s other developments. For further information contact Suzie Batten on 0419 546104 or Mark Adams on 0419 858007.

OFF THE PLAN: Purchasing an apartment within the Whitt Apartments development allows you to put your own stamp on your piece of prime real estate investment.

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NOW SELLING OFF THE PLAN DESIGNED BY RENOWNED ARCHITECT, PETER MCINTYRE FLEXIBLE DESIGNS 2, 3 AND 4 BEDROOMS UNDER COVER CAR PARKING EXCEPTIONAL NORTHERLY VIEWS UNBEATABLE LOCATION CLOSE TO BOURKE STREET, ATHLETES WALK AND THE WHITT STAMP DUTY SAVINGS APPLY

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FIRST TIME OFFERED

Mt. Buller 2/21A The Avenue (20 The Avenue)

INSPECTION WILL IMPRESS

INSPECTION A MUST

Mt Buller 1/38 The Avenue (41 The Avenue)

Mt Buller 2/ 234 Summit Rd (21 Summit Rd)

Snowmass 2 - Exceptional & unquestionably one of the best chalets on Buller with ski-in ski-out directly to Bourke St. Irreplaceable fully furnished free standing chalet right on Bourke St. Magnificent finishes, quality fittings and superb design, internal lift. 5 large bedrooms with 2 master bedrooms & ensuites, 3rd bathroom. Enormous living areas, open fireplace, glorious views to the mountains. Second living room, fully fitted X large ski storage, drying room/laundry. Heated driveway offers easy access to on title undercover car park. Price: P.O.A.

Bombora 1 - Magnificent fully renovated snow home with two garagecar parks, side by side and accessed by heated driveway Perfect for everyone and beautifully presented, luxurious, no expense spared light filled, north oriented dream Snow Home with privateentrance. Brilliant layout over 3 levels, 2 living rooms with rock encased fireplaces, bespoke alpine furniture all included. Bombora1 offers 4 bedrooms. 3 bathrooms, 3 separate toilets, sleeping up to 12. Ideal location close to Bourke St & with ski-in / ski-out access via Standard Run. Price: P.O.A

Gran Sasso 2 offers the largest single level luxury apartment on Mount Buller - Forget the stairs. Located in the heart of the village with ski in/ski out via Shakey Knees. Two separate large living zones. Largest private cinema/kids retreat on Buller. 180 degree views of Mt Stirling. Massive entertainers kitchen. Open fireplace as well as hydronic heating throughout & sunny balcony. 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with heated floors, Single garage access with lift to private foyer. Large fitted ski room / drying room. One of only 4 - very quiet. Price: P.O.A.

VERY APPEALING

LOTS OF SPACE FOR PRICE

PRIME POSITION

Mt Buller 6/81 Chamois Close (4 Chamois Close)

Mt Buller 10/14 The Avenue (1 The Avenue)

Mt Buller 504A/191 Summit Rd (44 Summit Rd)

Howqua 6 - Magnificent 3 level apartment with panoramic views and parking right out front located a minute to village centre 3 bedrooms including master bedroom retreat and en-suite plus 2 additional bathrooms one with a steam shower. Exquisite mid-level family room with rock open fireplace, dining and kitchen. op floor second living area with high vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace ansun deck accompanied by fully equipped timber bar and seating entertaining area with glorious views. Price: $820,000 Furnished

Moose 10 penthouse located in the heart of the village suits multi families and is just metres from Blue Bullet One chairlift and close to ski school 4 massive bedrooms with all four having access to en-suite bathrooms. One massive 14 metre long living room with wood ﬁre, loads of glass, balcony and glorious views to the mountains and valley beyond. Each bedroom has loads of space to suit extra bedding and visitors. Drop Price: $825,000 Furnished

Twin Towers A504 fully renovated & ultimate location next to “Bourke Street” ski run - Ski in/Ski out. Terriﬁc renter. Very stylish 2 bedroom apartment with tastefully appointed furnishings. Upmarket kitchen with dishwasher, living/dining room with balcony and northern views. Main bedroom with queen bed and second television, second bedroom includes a set of bunk and trundle, sleeping 3. Bathroom includes washing machine. Loads of lockable cupboards including a drying cupboard. Apartment owners can drive to the door and unload during winter subject to 4WD permit. Twin Towers entries, foyers and stairwells have just been renovated Price: $465,000 furnished

REALISTIC VENDORS

SUPER PRICE. SKI IN EASY, SKI OUT EASY

LOWEST OUTGOINGS

R UNDE

Mt Buller 810/206 Summit Rd (11 Summit Rd)

OFFER

Mt Buller 709/206 Summit Rd (11 Summit Rd)

Mt Buller 9/189 Summit Rd (45 Summit Rd)

Chalet Apartment 810 - Luxury inspired 30 sq corner penthouse with 2 heated on title car parks. All Chalet entries now beautifully renovated 5 large bedrooms, 5 bathrooms with 3 master bedrooms having an ensuite. Sumptuous living room, open ﬁreplace, built in bar andimpeccable furnishings included. Dining room perfect for entertaining seats 10 plus second dining area all serviced by great kitchen. Second Living room or children’s play room/home theatre or for overnight guests. Sauna room, laundry, drying room plus 4 personal storage cages within the Chalet building. Price: P.O.A

Seconds to ski school and supermarket and so easy to ski in and ski out the Chalet building is perfect and this unit rents well when not being occupied Appealing 2 bedroom with functional family bathroom and easy to rent. This wide living room has full size windows perfect to watch the kids and skiers on Little Bourke St. Master bedroom with queen bed, loads of cupboards so you can lock your gear away. Bed 2 has one bunk. Ski storage and two lifts plus all entries has been renovated this year. Annual 4WD access pass available for arrival and departure. Price: $325,000 Furnished

Arlberg Bourke St Apartment 9 - On sale now was $795,000 and now $665,000 Lowest 3 bedroom outgoings on Buller Two storey spectacular corner apartment with dream Bourke st views. 3 great bedrooms with master having balcony to Bourke St. Sleeps 8 in comfort with 2 bathrooms one with a spa, Well ﬁtted kitchen greatfor entertaining friends. Magniﬁcent and best underground parkingon Buller is included in price. Occupy whenever you wish and offer to rent out when vacant. Price: $665,000 Furnished

GREAT LOCATION & PRICE

NEW LISTING

RIGHT ON BOURKE ST

Mt Buller 1 & 5/146 Standard Lane (5 Standard Lane) 2

Two Ski View Apartments on the edge of Standard Run where you can ski in and out quite easily. Unit 5 Reduced to $179,000 has two bedrooms with everything functioning and owned by the same family for many years. Comfortable living, dining area with recently installed gas heater and kitchen overlooks Standard trail. Easy access to car parking space. Unit 1 just listed at $229,000 ONO is a larger 2 bedroom two storey property that can be improved at your leisure. Potential to add second bathroom. It offers magniﬁcent views to mountains. Price: Unit 5 Reduced to $179,000 or Unit 1 $229,000 ONO

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Mt Buller 8/143 Delatite Lane

White Star 8 - A Home in the Snow for $199,000 in a small boutique building in good structural condition. Convenient access via Stirling Rd whether skiing or arriving for the weekend and located close to village and Chamois Run. 2 bedrooms which can sleep 5 plus open plan living with additional queen bed. Kitchen and living area offers good light and attractive outlook. Family bathroom with separate toilet, hand basin and shower making it easy to get ready in the mornings for skiing. Private entry with plenty of room for barbeque and good ski and clothing storage. Being part of White Star affords the use of the communal deck with spectacular sunny views Price: $199,000 furnished

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Mt Buller 601/206 Summit Rd (11 Summit Rd)

Chalet Apartment 601 offers a family affordable accommodation in prime location including car park on title Master bedroom with excellent views and built in robes. Second bedroom with two bunks perfect for the kids. Third smaller bedroom with one bunk will suit additional visitors. Comfortable living, dining and balcony offering sunny & pleasant views. Kitchen has plenty of cupboards and prep area plus a breakfast bar. Functional family bathroom with 3 separate areas- hand basin, shower and a toilet. Price: $595,000 or offer

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HUGE REDUCTION - MUST SELL

Mt Buller 7/14 The Avenue (5 The Avenue)

JUST LISTED

Just listed renovated Moose apartment in village centre. Perfectly positioned only seconds from Blue Bullet. Beautiful snow-capped mountain views Dream Kitchen - as new and recently completed offering the latest gadgets. Living room features timber lined walls with open ﬁreplaceadjacent to very appealing dining area. 3 large bedrooms capable of sleeping 8 to 10 in comfort. Master has a new ensuite and there is a great second bathroom with large double spa for after skiing plus a shower and separate powder room. Price: WAS $560,000, NOW $490,000 ONO.

NEXT TO ABOM

Mt Buller 501/107 Summit Rd (6 Summit Rd)

Bluff View 3/ 60 Chamois Rd

ON SALE NOW

(15 Chamois Rd) 2+

Mt Buller Arlberg, 189 Summit Rd (45 Summit Rd)

Spectacular oversized apartment in Bluff View regarded by many as a quality and attractive building Located at the front, apartment 3 includes mountain views from the ﬁrst level. Rich in character the living room with sumptuous carpet, rock faced open ﬁreplace, comfortable seating, loads of glass plus a balcony is a pleasure to inspect. The separate spacious dining area could be converted to a 3rd bedroom. The kitchen has large stone benches, timber cabinetry & stainless appliances. Features 2 bedrooms, main bathrooms plus en-suite. Spacious timber lined entry area includes storage, boot and clothing drying area plus a laundry. Garage parking is a feature of Bluff View and has excellent ski storage just inside the heated driveway entrance Price: $650,000 Attractive furniture included

Arlberg – Apartments from $249,000 & Rooms from $145,000 On sale now - Buy a Piece of the iconic Arlberg All apartments and rooms offer the Arlberg advantage - which is lowest outgoings on Buller and excellent management team thus equalling great rental potential if you wish to rent your unit when vacant. Open all year round, you get the best rental potential on Buller offering restaurants, ski hire, boutique and manned reception. Price: Unit 204 - WAS $310,000 NOW $279,000 - UNDER OFFER Unit 205 - WAS $290,000 NOW $261,000 Unit 305 - WAS $275,000 NOW $249,000

JUST LISTED - 3 BEDROOM

VENDOR WILL CONSIDER OFFERS

Mt Buller 4/ 73 Chamois Rd (14 Chamois Rd)

Mt Buller 5/238 Village Centre (4 Summit Rd)

3.5

Alto Villas 501 with Triple AAA Rating now available for immediate sale in premier position - ski in ski out. Inspection a must Magnificent penthouse feel with enormously high ceilings offerssweeping mountain views. Well fitted spacious kitchen adjacent tolarge terrace access & BBQ area. A total of 4 bedrooms with three having their own ensuite plus direct access to generous northerly terrace with slab heating. Well-designed ski storage and drying cupboard. Garage car park, storage box, lift, hydronic heating and gas fireplace Price: $1,300,000 Tastefully Furnished

Whistler 4 – Spacious and well-presented two storey 3 bedroom with on title car park in peaceful location. Excellent views to Bourke St this Whistler unit has a large parents retreat on the upper level with master bedroom, walk-in robe and ensuite. Downstairs entry has a well laid out kitchen, living with sunny balcony and pleasant views. Two further bedrooms share a bathroom plus an additional powder room and laundry. The design is great for teenagers and will appeal to families looking for great value. The on title car parking will make is convenient for arriving and departing. Price: $520,000 fully furnished

K2 5 is more like a Chalet in size and style. One of the best 3 to 4 bedroom properties in K2 with its own private entrance K2 5 is truly a very appealing property. Spectacular sunlight and sunset views up Bourke St and the mountains from the corner windows. Spacious lounge, dining, gourmet kitchen plus 2 north facing balconies. 4th huge bedroom or second living media room with kitchenette. On-title parking space only 10 metres from the private entry door. Excellent ski storage, drying areas & laundry. Price: $1,100,000 Furnished

EXTREMELY REALISTIC VENDOR

GARAGE PARKING

AFFORDABLE 3 BEDROOM

Mt Buller 302/83 Stirling Rd (1 Stirling Rd)

Mt Buller 101 and 106/83 Stirling Rd (1 Stirling Rd) 2

Mt Buller 4/56 Stirling Rd (22 Stirling Rd)

Attractive Peak building offering the top floor penthouse with views forever and garage car park Located opposite Chamois lift with easy access to runs and two minutes to village. Spacious top floor penthouse designed over two levels with comfortable living room including gas fireplace and floor to ceiling windows and huge terrace. Magnificent views to Bourke St & the Bluff. Three excellent bedrooms comfortably sleeping 8 with two bathrooms. Upstairs parent retreat with mountain views, WIR, en-suite & spa bath. Garage basement car park, lift, excellent ski storage and drying room. Very appealing summer and winter and can be rented all year round. The two level design suits entertaining and is being sold fully furnished. Price: $825,000 owner very keen hence low price

The Peak is directly opposite top of Chamois chairlift and 2 minutes to Blue Bullet. Features lift & great storage Peak 101 - Two large bedrooms with master having en-suite. Plus second bathroom & laundry. Living has gas fireplace & balcon. Magnificent entrance hall with ample drying space. Garage car park Peak 106 - Two levels design with entry level having drying cupboard, laundry. 2 bedrooms and main bathroom plus powder room. Upper level has beautiful lounge and sunny balcony plus well fitted kitchen.Garage carpark. Price: 101 and 106 each $475,000 Furnished

Very appealing Snowﬂake ground ﬂoor renovated apartment offering easy access. Building has had extensive renovations 3 spacious bedrooms, comfortable living room with balcony and pleasant outlook. Well-equipped modern kitchen with breakfast bar & loads of storage. Master bedroom plus two further bedrooms all with BIR comfortably sleeping 7 plus. Family bathroom with bath, overhead shower and laundry plus a separate toilet. All owners have access to ample on site car parking. Price: $389,000

REALIZATION SALE

REALISTIC VENDOR

REDUCED FOR SALE

Mt Buller 9/37 The Avenue (43 Breathtaker Rd)

Hima 9- Vendor Instructs immediate sale at $350,000. Great renovation in premium location minutes to Bourke St and Standard run. Well presented & extensively renovated 2 storey with modern furnishings through-out. Spacious main bedroom has a king size bed with the second bedroom having one set of bunks and a trundle. Alternatively a second bunk can be installed. Both bedrooms have BIR. 2 bathrooms with one also having laundry facilities. The kitchen has loads of storage and also lockable cupboards. Good drying and ski storage area. Hima 9 is currently successfully holiday let when owner not occupying during winter. Each Hima unit has car-parking on-site pending availability. Price: $350,000 furnished and price reduced for sale

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Mt Buller 301/108 Summit Rd (6 Summit Rd)

Valley View 301- Spacious furnished apartment positioned at the front overlooking Bourke St and opposite ski school Two storey design offers separate areas for children plus loft space for visitors. Downstairs main bedroom includes en-suite and excellent sunlit views. 2 other upstairs bedrooms offer two bunks in one and queen with single in other. Large living room with gas ﬁreplace &sunny balcony overlooking Bourke St. On title car parking space & storage. Sleeping for 9 in comfort. Easy to holiday rent. Price: P.O.A

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Mt Buller 7/28 Breathtaker Rd (32 The Avenue)

2.5

Reindeer 7 - Spectacular two storey penthouse in prestigious building, seconds to Bourke St with garage car parking 3 generous sized bedrooms all with BIR and white timber shutters. Plus a fourth bedroom or second living room / children retreat - very ﬂexible layout. 2 bathrooms with both having direct access fromthe bedrooms. Comfortable living, gas ﬁreplace, plus balcony withspectacular mountain & village views. Excellent drying room and laundry, ski storage and additional powder room. Price: $895,000 Furnished

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