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MUSH, MUSH: This sled dog team from Australian Sled Dog Tours traverse the Corn Hill pass on Mt Buller.

PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

First sled dog Quest across the snowfields

THE popularity of the sled dog team last winter has encouraged a bigger and better program this season with the ﬁrst sled dog ‘Quest’ to be held. Mt Buller will play host to this brand new event on the snow season calendar, with the Mt Buller Sled Dog Quest set to take place next Tuesday and Wednesday, July 28-29. Held over two action-packed days, the event will see sled dog teams from across Australia compete navigating two challenging courses, with up to 30

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teams expected to compete. Commencing on Tuesday, participants will complete the race on two set courses: a shorter course designed for two and four dog teams, and a longer course for six and eight dog teams. Held at twilight, teams will begin from the heart of the Village, heading up the Bourke Street ski run and around a course that weaves around the ski area. Day two will see the six and eight dog teams assemble in

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the Corn Hill area, a stunning corner of the mountain where they will follow a course along the picturesque trail towards Mt Stirling. Chief executive ofﬁcer for Mt Buller Mt Stirling Resort Management, John Huber, is looking forward to the fun and thrilling event. “We are very excited to welcome the Mt Buller Sled Dog Quest and all the participants to our calendar of events in 2015,” John said. “The race will offer a fun

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and diverse experience for competitors and spectators alike. “The team from Australian Sled Dog Tours began operating at Mt Buller in 2014, and have been hugely popular since they arrived. “The Mt Buller Sled Dog Quest builds on the popularity of this activity and offers guests a new way to interact with the dogs and witness a really unique event.” Australian Sled Dog Tours offers a range of sled dog tours, which take guests on trails

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around the resort, enabling them to enjoy breathtaking alpine scenery and take in some unique views of the Mt Buller Village. Tours include a meet and greet with the Huskies, a photo session and sled dog tour. Each sled allows for two to ﬁve people per tour. All tours also include information sessions on the tradition of sled dog racing and its history in Australia. For further information on the event visit the events section on mtbuller.com.au.

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Mattis Jaama

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Estonians passing on skills to locals

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MT STIRLING has some great affordable weekend programs for kids, adults and families this season and invites all who enjoy cross country skiing, a little back country boarding and just plain snow fun to come along have a good time. “We have the most qualiﬁed and most friendly cross country ski school in the Australian Ski Fields,” said Stirling Experience manager Craig Jones. “Our head instructor is Siim Eilo, returning for another season on the mountain and leading a team of young sports men and women keen to pass on their passion for the sport and secrets to their success on the ski trails,” Craig said. As part of a series Mt Buller News is bringing you an insight into these visitors who love to share their experience. The first three of these

profiles are published today. Mattis Jaama Age: 23 Mattis Jaama has come to Mt Stirling for the first time to test his very good skiing skills. Matt has been skiing since he was three years old and has many achievements including 15th place at the Junior World Championships in 2011, and he is the Estonian National Champion four times in a row. Where do you live when you are not at Mt Stirling?: Tartu, Estonia. Ski ability (be honest): Very good (but there is always room to improve). What is your highest skiing achievement?: 15th place at Junior World Championships (2011), 4 x Estonian National Champion. At what age did you first ski?: I was three years old. How many years have you been skiing at Mt Stirling?: 2015 is my first year. Favourite areas to ski On Mt Stirling?: Wombat’s Drop, Stirling Trail, The Summit area. Top 3 around the World: 1) Otepää, Estonia 2) Funäsdalen, Sweden 3) Mt Stirling, Australia Where else have you skied? Estonia, Latvia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Slovakia, Italy, Austria, Romania, Turkey What do you like most about Mt Stirling? Downhill

skiing, warm staff, beautiful tracks. What are you most looking forward to in season 2015? Kangaroo Hoppet When you are not on skis, what are you doing? Studying at the University of Tartu. What will you be doing when you return home to Estonia? Continue my studies and start waiting for snow to fall there (usually it happens in December). Three words to describe skiing at Mt Stirling: Herringbone-style, speed, hockeystop. (Come and attend a lesson on Mt Stirling to ﬁnd out the meaning of those expressions.) Rahel aka Rachel Age: 23 23-year-old Rachael, has been snow skiing since she was only 3-4 years old. She comes all the way from Estonia in Europe and has come to Mt Stirling this season for the ﬁrst time to spend time snow skiing. Rachel studies in Tartu University, physical education and sport, and also has a cross country skiing team that she skis with and also works with children. She loves to ski back at home in Estonia, Otepää, and has achieved many goals including being the Estonian champion under 23 winner in the 10km classic.

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Rachel cannot wait to start spending time at Mt Stirling to test her legendary skiing skills. What Rachel admires about Mt Stirling the most is the different cross country tracks, different to what she has at home, and the view that Mt Stirling has at the top of the mountain - even when it is foggy, the different nature and the friendly people that work there. Rachel admires orienteering and competes in Rogains in her spare time and has found that she is interested in Disc golf and thinks it’s a fun activity. When she returns to her home country she plans to continue her studies in university and graduate with her Masters degree. Rachel is looking forward to spending more time on Mt Stirling where the skiing is adventurous, enjoyable and fun. Mart Kevin Põlluste Mart Kevin Põlluste is a 21-year-old from Tartu, Estonia and has been skiing since the age of four, joining his first ski club when he was seven, is now testing his very good skiing abilities by coming to Mt Stirling for the first time to ski. Currently, Mart is studying economics at the University of Tartu and hopes that his third year will be his final year, once he returns home he will continue his studies and continue his training for the upcoming winter. Mart loves Mt Stirling because of the tracks, the people who work there, the awesome atmosphere and there is a variety of activities to do so he will never be bored and the instructors up on Mt Stirling are pure class and extremely professional. Mart’s favourite place at Mt Stirling is Wombat Drop, Alby’s Creek, Fork Creek trail, all of the fast downhills and tracks. But in Europe, his favourite of all time would be the Alps. Mart has also skied in Finland, Latvia, Sweden, Norway, Austria, Italy, Slovakia and of couuse his home, Estonia. The three words he could use to describe Mt Stirling would be slushy, pizza slice and V-Man (Vahool).

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Visitor numbers expected to rise now with snow

IN THE COUNT: Kids learning to ski are counted among the thousands of visitors to Mt Buller each year and here this group of young beginners are being taught the finer points of staying upright by an experienced instructor. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

VISITOR numbers to all resorts across the Victorian snowfields should rise sharply with the arrival of some very welcome – albeit a little late – snow. Reports for week six of the 2015 season show that although visitor numbers have been down by some 28 per cent so far, these figures are now on the rise. During week six some 28,473 folk visited Mt Buller and 195 for Mt Stirling. Year to date figures have also been surprising – equalling last year’s year to date figures for the same period with a one per cent change – upwards.

Visitor day numbers are following the same trend. Across all resorts some 181,962 snow lovers visited the resorts, down by only eight per cent from last year which recorded 197,227 the previous year. And the visitor days ﬁgures show only a 10 per cent difference from last year. Late snowfalls could mean great spring skiing when over the next month more good natural snowfalls are predicted – giving those who love to ski in late August and September ﬁne and perfect conditions.

Record numbers for Team Buller Racing program LONG time Mt Buller skier and advocate of Team Buller Racing Mark Ashkanasy captured this snap of this year’s team in the village square. Team manager Andrew Pattison said this year there are record numbers for the TBR Program. “The Team Buller Riders (TBR) freestyle skiing program has made a successful start to the 2015 Mt Buller winter,” Andrew said. “On an exciting note, program numbers have reached an all-time high, with 136 athletes training with the program over the season. “Despite the challenging early season conditions, the TBR coaches

have worked hard to ensure athlete progression with the resources available. “Special thanks to the Mt Buller Outdoor Operations team for working around the clock to provide skiing and boarding since day one of the season.” Andrew said the Frank Mt Buller Park crew have also done a great job to provide the Bourke Street Terrain Park early in the season and now have a jump and rail line set up on Skyline. “We look forward to further snowfalls and a number of leading events later in the season such as the ABOM Mogul Challenge and Victorian and Australian Interschools,” Andrew said.

WELCOME TO BULLER 2015: The Team Buller Riders (TBR) gathered for a group shot before the start of competition recently. PHOTO: Mark Ashkanasy

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New road - good or bad for skiers?

A Buller odd spot APPARENTLY heard on the mountain recently was the story about a gentleman who got off a tourist bus down at Horse Hill carpark – amazed at the amount of snow around – it was just when the dump was starting. But more amazed were the parking attendants as he was heard to ask them “Where are the penguins?” Was this gent on the wrong bus and should he have been at Phillip Island – or was he really expecting to see penguins on Mt Buller? There is one penguin in the snow – outside Celia’s – put your head in the hole and have your photo taken – you become the penguin.

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ROADS TO WHERE: Cornhill from the Mt Stirling false summit. PHOTO: Courtesy of ChazFotos

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THE arguments around the proposed link road to be built between Mt Buller and Mt Stirling have raised some issues from skiers who use the area. One person opposing the concept of the road assisting cross country skiing is Charles Street. Mr Street has been a keen cross country (XC) skier, bushwalker and a campaigner for the conservation of Mt Stirling for more than 20 years. He was also a member of the Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Alpine Resort Management Board (ARMB) from 2004 to 2006. His more than 35 years’ experience as a XC skier has included being a member of the Mansﬁeld Nordic Ski Club during the 1990s, secretary of Ski Cross Country Victoria from 2002 to 2011 and a XC Ski Racing Technical Delegate - Level 3 under Federation International de Ski rules. It has been quoted that, “the Link Road will be a Nordic ski trail in winter”. The Link Road has been designed for buses, according to Mr Street - “in a few years’ time, skiers will be jumping out of the way of buses”. “XC skiers need more than

25cm of continuous snow - we will not get this on the north side,” he said. “The top of the Link Road is 1520 metres altitude, while the bottom is at 1405m. “There will be little and ever-diminishing snow falls in this altitude range, as evidenced in the CSIRO report ‘Climate change impacts on snow in Victoria’ by Jonas Bhend, Janice Bathols and Kevin Hennessy.” Mr Street added that as an XC ski trail, the Link Road will be the failure that it was designed to be. “The Link Road is to be built on the northern (sunny) side of Cornhill and any snowfall there will melt during sunny conditions,” Mr Street explained. “Also, dumps of snow come from the southwest, so southern slopes receive more snow and a road on the northern slopes will receive less.” Mr Street is also concerned about the loss of Mount Stirling as an XC ski destination. “The proposed road is a ‘road to nowhere’, unless the ARMB intends to convert Mt Stirling into ‘somewhere’,” he said. “If accommodation and related infrastructure are built on Stirling, the XC ski trails will become roadways for

vehicle access, eg 4WD taxis, supply trucks and maintenance vehicles. “The trails will quickly become unskiable and XC skiers will become unwelcome.” Local pharmacist and proliﬁc XC skier, John Eisner, has a different perspective. “While I agree with a lot of Mr Street’s points, if the alternative to the proposed northern road is to upgrade the existing south side road, that would be a disaster,” he said. “The road on the south side of Cornhill is currently used by XC skiers as access for the Cornhill trails. “Also the ﬁrst part of the road from Horse Hill is currently where the dog sleds operate.” Mr Eisner sees any upgrade as interfering with XC skiing rather than aiding it. “Clearing an upgraded southern road and having to share it with vehicles will ruin the XC experience,” he said. “As it is, not enough skiers make use of the area now. “What is more important in all these discussions is the agenda for Mt Stirling.” Mr Eisner added that the future of skiing at Mt Stirling needs to have a plan, and part of that plan has to be keeping Mt Stirling natural.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Many members of the There is a resort Master Plan ARMB must Mansfield community have for Mount Buller (2010), and a approached me asking for Strategic Plan (2013). more details on this lower link. However, we have yet to see consider John Coffey, a current completed Master Former Senior Ranger/ Plan or Strategic Plan for Mount better options Operations Manager, Stirling.

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COMMENTS from John Eisner and Charles Street highlight how the proposed new road linking the two resorts will compromise the existing uses of Mt Stirling for the benefit of Mt Buller. As I have indicated in previous articles and letters to your paper, Sandi Jeffcoat, former CEO of Mt Buller and I surveyed a low altitude link between the resorts. This link from Box Corner on Mt Buller to Rope Landing below Telephone Box Corner on Mt Stirling is a shorter and much better option as it is below the snow line. Additionally it would enhance opportunities for both resorts rather than have a detrimental effect on the existing uses of Mt Stirling. The Mt Buller ARMB must consider better options rather than the proposed northern Corn Hill link.

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Make road documents public I WRITE regarding comments quoted in the Mansfield Courier, June 3, by the CEO of the Buller Stirling ARMB. Referring to the application to construct a new road across the north face of Corn Hill, through intact sub-alpine forest, Mr Huber is quoted as saying “This project has had more investigations than any other proposal in the alps”. In my opinion, this project must also set a record for steadfast lack of disclosure. While we have completed plans for the western end of the road, we are still waiting in respect of the other end.

The year is now 2015. Why the delay? Why would anyone build a high quality road to a place without completed plans? We are also waiting for public release of the Business Case for the Link Road. I note that the Alpine Resorts Co-ordinating Council requires “investment projects within the Victorian alpine resorts that are based on robust business cases and are aligned with resort, regional and state-wide strategic plans” in order to qualify for ARCC grants. As the Link Road is to be a public road on public land, funded (ostensibly) with public money, under the auspices of a public authority, for use by the public, I must agree with the ARCC’s stance. Let’s not get hung up about it. Just make these documents public. Today. Charles Street, Euroa

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AT the highest level, ski and snowboard tuning can be the critical factor between life and death. At intermediate level, well-tuned snow equipment can make or break your day on the slopes. Find a gifted equipment tuner and you’re sure to notice immediate improvement in your style. One of the best on the mountain is Nathan Beesey (always known as just ‘Beesey’), a very quiet but dedicated Mt Buller legend, who is well known and respected around the mountain. Almost 15 years ago Beesey started in Arlberg’s Ski Hire, running it for ﬁve years. When ‘Big Dave’ became the ski hire manager at Black Mountain, Beesey moved there to head up the workshop. Beesey can run his hands along your skis and tell you exactly what’s wrong and what he can do to make your ride near perfect. He’ll describe the special preparations required, then repair, grind, ﬁll, wax and create perfect edges to suit your level. And after all these years on the job, he’s still passionate about the magic he performs, no matter what your snow sport level. It’s like watching an artist create a masterpiece.

EXPERT KNOWLEDGE: Nathan Beesey, artisan in residence at Black Mountain Ski Hire. PHOTO: Liz Webb

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By LIZ WEBB MT BULLER has achieved a new triumph which places it firmly on the world’s cultural map. The National Alpine Museum of Australia (NAMA) is now recognised as a fully accredited museum (as opposed to historical society) by Museums Australia. Initially opened in 1999 as the Mt Buller Museum with funding from the Mt Buller Alpine Resort Management Board (ARMB), the museum is a non-profit incorporated association staffed by volunteers and supported by membership and grants. The National Alpine Museum of Australia is dedicated to collecting, preserving and exhibiting elements from the broad spectrum of ski history for the purpose of research, education and entertainment. It is the only permanent Alpine museum in Australia The museum houses an extensive collection of historical ski equipment, clothing, film, photographs and archives. The museum received a grant of $10,000 in 2004 from the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust to collect, restore and catalogue old film footage of Mt Buller. Its main display area is located on the ground level (next to the gym) inside Alpine Central. Display cases, showcasing some key historical items are in the main reception area and in the foyer area outside the museum where snow mobiles and other alpine objects are on display even if the museum is not open.

LOVING IT: Mackenzie Ryan has been skiing most of his life and loves it - especially on Buller.

Loves being with friends on Buller

NAME: Mackenzie Ryan AGE: 13 RESIDENCE WHEN NOT AT MT BULLER: Hawthorn East. SKI ABILITY (AND BE HONEST): Advanced HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU BEEN SKIING AT MT BULLER: 8 years FAVOURITE RUNS/ AREAS TO SKI: Men’s Downhill EVER SKIED OVERSEAS & WHERE: Yes, I have been to Niseko in Japan three times and it has fantastic powder. WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT MT BULLER:

Mt Buller is culturally unique in many ways

The friends I’ve made, the people I’ve met and MBRC. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO FOR SEASON 2015: I am looking forward to improving my skiing and living here for the season. WHEN NOT OUT ON THE SLOPES YOU ARE DOING: Catching up on sleep or hanging out with friends. THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE SKIING AT MT BULLER: Friends, exciting, fun.

EYE OPENER: A visit to the National Alpine Museum of Australia (NAMA) on Mt Buller can open the eyes of young and old into the history of skiing. PHOTO: Liz Webb

Museums Australia speciﬁcally commended NAMA for: developing and maintaining the supportive and mutually beneﬁcial relationship they have with the Mount Buller Resort Management Board; convening and hosting the inaugural meeting of the Australian Alpine & Snowsports History Association, which fosters greater cooperation between the various alpine historical societies and museums; participating in the Mount Buller Short Film festival as a partner for the past three years, thus increasing the exposure of the museum to new audiences and also increasing awareness of the museum’s

ﬁlm collection; introducing a weekly Après at the Museum Night, as a means of engaging new visitors; utilising the specialised skills of its volunteers for the benefit of the museum, particularly in collections management and digitising audiovisual material; and for its use of the wireless mytag system from onsolution for monitoring the relative humidity, temperature and moisture levels in the museum. Professionally, the National Alpine Museum of Australia is accepted by its industry peers. For Mt Buller visitors, the museum is a treasure trove of snow sports memorabil-

2015 Winter Opening Hours: Tuesday 1pm-4pm; Wednesday 2pm-4pm; Après @ the Museum Wednesdays 5pm-7pm (July 1 August 26); Thursday 1pm-4pm; Friday 1pm-4pm; Saturday 12-3pm; Sunday 12-3pm. Summer Opening Hours January- Easter: Saturday 12pm-3pm; Sunday 12pm-3pm. To Join, and find out more, got to www.nama.org.au.

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ia which arouses wonderful memories in older visitors and motivates younger generations to ponder upon and ﬁnd out more about the beginnings of the sport they love.

NAME: Ryder Rankin AGE: 5 WHERE DO YOU LIVE WHEN NOT AT MT BULLER: McDougall Peak, South Australia. HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU BEEN TOBOGGANING AT MT BULLER: 2

FAVOURITE RUNS: Toboggan Run WHERE ELSE HAVE YOU TOBOGGANED? Mt Stirling, TBJ, Carters Road. WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT MT BULLER? The hot chips and snacks.

WHEN NOT OUT ON THE SLOPES YOU ARE DOING: Riding my motorbike. THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE TOBOGGANING AT MT BULLER: Fast, fun and wet.

STEPHEN and Michelle Morrice, managers at Ajax Lodge, are celebrating yet another swag of honors - this time at the Royal Melbourne Fine Foods awards. And as Michelle said last week - these are truly prized awards as judges will not award any medals if they feel there are no products worthy of them. Stephen and Michelle entered eight of their Stephen’s Fine Foods products and came away with four awards all up - one silver and three bronze medals. This brings their tally for fine foods awards to 19 in the past three years - ranging from Tasmania to Sydney. Their latest Silver was awarded for their Traditional Rich Christmas Pudding (no gold was awarded in this category). Bronze medals went to their Christmas Pudding (family size); Gluten Free Christmas Pudding; Traditional Rich Christmas Pudding and their Brandy Butterscotch Sauce. In the Chilli Jam/Dressing/Pate section their Tomato Chilli Jam, Plum Sauce and Cranberry Port & Sage pate were judged but no prizes awarded. Michelle also added that following on from the Sydney Fine Food Awards earlier this year, this latest swag adds more confidence to their range.

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Winter Adventure Race about to take off

TAKE OFF: Competitors are set to take off in the Mt Buller Adventure Race last season. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

MT BULLER is busy preparing for the annual Mt Buller Winter Adventure Race, a fun and exciting single day event that sees competitors participate in a navigational adventure race around the Mt Buller snowﬁelds. Starting and finishing from the Mt Buller Village Square, entrants will navigate themselves in teams of two, or as singles, around the resort to a series of checkpoints across the mountain (snow condition dependent). The course can be completed on skis, snowboard, snowshoes, skins, alpine touring or split board equipment and there are several race categories for participants to enter. A new race category for 2015 is the open male and female individual category, plus the Inter-Lodge Trophy

Challenge for members of Mt Buller lodges. The winners will be determined based on the quickest times and a presentation ceremony will be held at the Mt Buller Alpine Cinema following the event. Chief executive officer of Mt Buller Mt Stirling Resort Management, John Huber, said of the event “the Mt Buller Winter Adventure Race is a unique event on our calendar, offering a fun and diverse experience for competitors and spectators alike”. “Now in its second year, the Winter Adventure Race sees some tough competition but plenty of fun as well, so we encourage guests to take part and enjoy a great day out,” Mr Huber said. “There are plenty of prizes to be won, and the day wraps up with a presentation

in the cinema followed by a screening of the Backcountry Film Festival. “It’s a day full of adventure here on top of the world.” The Mt Buller Winter Adventure Race is set to take place on Saturday, July 25 from 9.30am, with a mandatory pre-race brieﬁng. Ticket prices start at $15 for individuals, and $25 for a team of two and participants are encouraged to enter online. Each participant will receive free entry to the Backcountry Film Festival, which follows the Mt Buller Adventure Race in the Alpine Cinema. For a full run down on the Mt Buller Winter Adventure Race, including event rules and online entry, visit the Events Calendar at mtbuller. com.au.

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MT BULLER will go to Melbourne again this year giving residents of Ashburton a snow experience they may otherwise not have. On Saturday, August 1 the mountain will be dropping 10 tonnes of snow right into the Ashburton High Street shopping centre for young and old to enjoy. This year’s theme for the snow experience is the movie “Frozen” - with a singing Elsa and Olaf the Snowman who will join Blake the Buller Flake. The promotion attracts hundreds of children and parents to the street where they can take toboggan rides, jump in a Frozen Jumping Castle and take part in other fun activities.

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RETURNING STUDENTS: Kadina School, from the York peninsula 150kms north of Adelaide, has been coming to Mt Buller for some 25 years and this year was no exception. For the past 13 years they have stayed on Buller itself and although usually accommodated in one lodge this year students were billeted out into several lodges due to numbers. The large group were under the guidance of teacher Dean Angus – an experienced skier and leader. PHOTO: Mark Woodsford

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New goggle lens technology It’s not very often that I get really excited about a new product. This new Prizm lens from Oakley is a real game changer. After over 15 years of snow lens optics research, Oakley has created the Prizm lens to provide supreme control of light transmission, whereby colours are precisely filtered to maximise the contrast and enhanced visibility of the snow. We are now able to see the contours of the snow in all light conditions, be it on that white-out snowy day or bright bluebird spring day. The Prizm lens now allows for having one goggle to use in all conditions without sacrificing performance. The human eye reacts to certain colours better than others, so the Prizm lens filters out the colours we don’t need to see and highlights the colours we do want to see. The rose tint in the Prizm lens highlights the blue colour spectrum in shadows, allowing for better contrast of the snow, thus we can see the bumps, contours and little details of the snow better than ever before.

Bumps has the new Prizm lens available in all high end Oakley goggle models: Airbrake, Flight Deck XL, Crowbar, Canopy and the A-Frame 2.0. These models come with either of the three Prizm lens: Rose, Jade Iridium or Black Iridium, with the Airbrake goggle coming with both the Rose and Black Iridium Lenses. Bumps is also one of the first stores in the world with the new Flight Deck XM goggle which is the smaller sibling of the Flight Deck XL, now fitting more variety of faces, including Over The Glasses (OTG) capability. Whether you have been skiing for 20 years or two days, the new Prizm Goggle is going to improve the way you see the snow. Remember you can’t ski if you can’t see. Well it’s very difficult.

LIGHT UP: Driving in snow conditions can be hazardous and it is always advisable to turn your headlights on so others can see you clearly. PHOTO: Courtesy Pension Grimus Hotel website

Snow season road safety

VICROADS has taken the opportunity to remind all motorists travelling to and around the Alpine areas of the importance of taking extreme care on the road this snow season. The warnings come as throughout the next week more snow is predicted for the high country - along with rain and thunderstorms - equally important weather conditions in which to take extra care. Weather conditions, like heavy snow, fog and ice, will have an impact on the road network and motorists should be vigilant and drive to the

changed conditions. Winter and snow season road safety tips include: thoroughly check your vehicle before leaving home - tyres, battery, brakes, cooling system, engine and windscreen; your engine radiator may require anti-freeze (check with your service provider) and add anti-freeze to your windscreen washing fluid to prevent it freezing on the windscreen when driving; if you drive a diesel vehicle, ensure you use fuel formulated for use in cold

conditions - diesel ‘waxes’ at low temperature which blocks the fuel system and may immobilise the vehicle; carry appropriate snow chains and fit them to your vehicle if required; avoid driving in heavy rain, snow and high winds if you don’t have to. Delay your trip if you can; if you do have to drive, allow plenty of time and drive carefully; leave your headlights on – not only do they help you see, they help others see you; road conditions can

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THE pristine trails of Mt Stirling always have room for more cross country or back country skiers and boarders or even if you like snow shoeing across the top - this mountain has lots to offer. Some of the events coming up on Mt Stirling are as follows: Mt Stirling Snowshoe Tours: Saturday afternoons 1pm to 4pm For fresh mountain air and a little light exercise. Meet at TBJ Ski School ofﬁce 12.45pm. If the snow is a bit thin down low, participants will take a complimentary ride on the snow-rider shuttle service to the snowline. Walk to some of our mountain huts through towering Alpine Ash trees and mystical snowgum forest returning to TBJ around 4pm. Cross Country Skiing: The Mt Stirling Cross Country Ski School is proud to employ a number of Estonian National and International cross country ski racers. These elite skiers have university degrees specialising in Outdoor Education with an

emphasis on Cross Country ski instructing and race coaching. The squad will meet every Saturday afternoon between 1pm and 4pm for a skills base clinic. Students will be aged between 12 and 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring along their own race skis as time will be set aside to discuss race tuning, with the opportunity to prepare skis for racing. The race squad program began on July 4, running every Saturday through and ﬁnishing on Saturday, September 5. Fun For The Kids: Saturday- Ages 6 to 14 Morning Ski School - 10am - 12 noon; Afternoon Games, Ski Tour & Fun on Skis - 1pm to 3.00pm Toboggan Frenzy to ﬁnish - 3.00 to 4.00pm Full Day of Fun includes Ski Hire, Professional Ski Instruction & Supervised. Mt Stirling Daily 4WD Mountain Bus Service - Mirimbah to Telephone Box Junction. Cross Country Ski Centre Bus Bookings: (03) 57776441 or Mobile 0418 773541.

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Be quick to jump on board the FOX THE renamed Fox Chairlift will be ofﬁcially launched this Friday on the mountain. This is a three year sponsorship partnership and Fox FM have been embracing the relationship and promoting Mt Buller extensively on air in recent weeks. A snowball throwing competition has been on air last week with lucky winners enjoying a weekend at Mt Buller to be part of the broadcast and riding the Fox Chairlift. There are also rumours that a celebrity singer will be part of the Hamish & Andy show... Fox FM will broadcast live

from Mt Buller all day to launch the newly named “Fox Chairlift” on the Shakey Knees run. All your favourite Fox FM presenters including Fifi and Dave, Hamish and Andy, Aaron Rich, Keegs and the Hit Squad will be broadcasting from the ABOM from 6am and you might even ﬁnd them riding the Fox Chairlift throughout the day. The Fox Chair is all about fun and Shakey Knees will be hopping with a party vibe all day. Be one of the ﬁrst to ride the chair at 9am and in the running for some free prizes. Enjoy a delicious free breakfast roll hot off

the barbecue. Snap a selﬁe on the chair, tag #hittheslopes and pick up your photo from Fox’s TagSnap photo printer in the ABOM. Drop by the ABOM to see your favourite presenters on the mike. Join the shenanigans of the Snow Ball Party with Hamish & Andy from 4-7pm in the ABOM. Catch the Hit Squad on the slopes with giveaways and live crosses throughout the day Mt Buller will also welcome 10 lucky people who will win themselves a winter escape weekend with Fox FM.

STORMY WEATHER: This exceptional photo was taken off the top of Baldy Run on Mt Buller recently. Skiers were watching the storm cloud progress over the alpine area and although it could have almost been mistaken for a tornado coming across this was in fact just a very heavy rain cloud. If you have an exceptional photo that you have taken in the snow or in the alpine region email them to edit.mcourier@nemedia.com.au and mark attention Buller News. PHOTO: Mike Fajdiga

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Lantern run raises $4500 for leukaemia LIGHT the Night 2015 took place at Mt Buller on Saturday, July 18 in a bid to raise money and awareness for the Leukaemia Foundation. More than $4500 was raised through donations and the sale of the lanterns, with close to 300 people

partaking in the annual event. Participants included skiers and snowboarders, CFA and police volunteers, Barry the Pygmy Possum and a giant Yeti, all carrying lanterns down Bourke Street in an effort to support the event.

WITH THANKS: Mt Buller CFA’s Ewen Macaskill gratefully accepts a cheque from Sonia Rumble of the Snow Sisters. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

Snow Sisters supporting their mountain By LIZ WEBB SOME five years ago, a group of Mt Buller mums meeting for dinner decided to make it more than just a social get together. The ‘Snow Sisters’ annual dinner is now a sell-out event and is held at a different mountain venue each season. Committee members Suzanne Rumble, Sonia Clark and Sandra Maier commented that “while watching our children training and racing, we all just started chatting and decided that

it would be great to also meet socially without our children”. “Our first dinner was so much fun, we thought this could also be a great way to raise funds for a worthy cause on the mountain,” Sonia said. The Snow Sisters dinner grows bigger each year and Mt Buller and Melbourne businesses are delighted to provide sponsorship and prizes for their highly entertaining evening as they know that the Snow Sisters will support one of the mountain’s organisations.

This year a donation was made to the Mt Buller CFA for the purchase of much needed firefighting equipment. The 2015 dinner was held at the Enzian Hotel. An added bonus for attendees was provided by a new Snow Sister, Christine Parkes, whose company Global Brands donated a gift bag of Li Tya products to all guests. The Snow Sisters have more activities planned and these can be followed on their Facebook page.

WINTER FAIRYLAND: Close to 300 people took to Mt Buller’s Bourke St to Light the Night for the Leukaemia Foundation. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller COACHES: 2015 TBR Coaching Team at the TBR Social Outing at the SCV.

Team Buller Racing members having fun YOUNG skiers under the guidance of Team Buller Racing (TBR) have commenced their race season and pictured are members of the team celebrating the opening of the season.

TIME OUT: TBR Coaches Johnny Lipzker, Alex Eisner and Tom Lovick at the TBR Social Outing at the SCV. HAPPY RESULTS: Event organiser Kate McDougall was joined by the Mt Buller mascots, (from left) Will, Millie, Daisy, Ruby, Daisy and Jack for Light the Night at Mt Buller. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

HERE WE GO: Setting off from the top of Bourke Street a parade of almost 300 skiers made their way down the slopes including Mr Gnome who loved the lantern parade.

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SO LONG - FOR NOW: Long time employee of Mansfield - Mt Buller Buslines (MMBL) Louise Essex has taken time out from her busy job at the front desk of the bus lines - to have a baby due in August. The last day working for Louise saw many workmates and mountain friends saying farewell - for the time being. Pictured on her last day are (from left) Danny Oliver, Emily Hearn, Louise Essex and bus lines manager Steve Marshall. PHOTO: Mark Woodford

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FOURTH WIN: Winner Jye Kearney flies over the Cattleman’s stairs. PHOTO: Robbie Warden

WINNERS: (From left) Sam Neuman (third), Jye Kearney (first) and Geremy Guido (second) on the podium in the 10th annual Burton Cattleman’s Rail Jam. PHOTO: Robbie Warden

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HARDY SOULS: Some very hardy spectators braved the snow to watch third placed Sam Neuman. PHOTO: Andrew Railton

SPECTATORS braved the cold conditions and snowy weather at Mt Buller on Saturday evening to watch Jindabyne local Jye Kearney become the first snowboarder to win four Burton Cattleman’s Rail Jam titles. Walking away with a $4000 cheque to add to his collection, Jye’s consistency, creativity and famously casual style has solidified his position as one of Australia’s best snowboarders. His dominance has certainly shown at Cattleman’s where he is the only rider to win three back-to-back titles.

“I’m just so stoked, I felt like I rode really well and can’t believe this is my fourth title,” Jye said as he clutched another novelty cheque to add to the collection he keeps in his lounge room. In what the judges called one of the hardest finals to judge in the event’s 10 year history, Jye was closely followed by little known Mt Buller seasonary Geremy Guido from Kamloops, Canada. Guido’s flawlessly smooth style and unique use of the whole stair-set secured him

second place and $2000. Third place went to Jindabyne local and all round character Sam ‘Red Dog’ Neuman, whose technicality, consistency and clinical bag of tricks landed him a $1000 pay cheque. Mt Buller local Luke Staveley also walked away with an impressive result and prize to match, winning the “Mini Stand Out Award” and a wild card entry into the Burton Rail Days event in Tokyo, Japan. The event coincided with a state wide cold snap, with

Mt Buller reaching a freezing overnight low of -5.9 degrees. Some 10cm of fresh snow had fallen since Saturday morning and more was expected throughout Sunday. RESULTS: 1st Place - $4000 – Jye Kearney; 2nd Place - $2000 – Geremy Guido; 3rd Place - $1000 – Sam Neuman; Best Trick – Burton Durable Goods Prize Pack – Luke Staveley; Mini Stand Out Award – Luke Staveley.

FLYING HIGH: Mt Buller resident Graeme ‘Birdman’ Meares soars. PHOTO: Robbie Warden

IN THE SNOW: Second place Geremy Guido used the falling snow to good effect. PHOTO: Andrew Railton

BACKWARDS: Nick Harvey tackling the Cattleman’s stair set.

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All seasons vehicle tested at Mt Buller THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) has been conducting a trial at Mt Buller to test and evaluate the performance of a new alpine vehicle, known as the ‘Alpine First Attack Vehicle’. Between October 2014 and May 2016, the trial is a proof of concept to increase the capacity of the brigade to meet both winter and summer response and performance. The vehicle has been specifically designed to suit alpine conditions, as it has a higher level of manoeuvrability and is far gentler on the environment. The Alpine First Attack Vehicle is based on a Toyota LandCruiser ute

platform, with a 4.5L turbocharged engine, an integrated diesel engine driven High Pressure Pumping System (HPPS) with 300-litre water tank and foam proportioning system and is fitted with an LED emergency response system. The vehicle is fitted with Mattracks tracks in winter and wheels in summer. It made its first appearance on the slopes at Mt Buller on Thursday, July 2 when fresh snow fell, making it suitable for the vehicle to test out the tracks. The terrain and access varied from concrete roads to undulating trails, ice conditions and snow.

The unit was assessed by CFA operations officer Paul Horton and the director of Cleanit NQ Mark Dooley. Mr Horton said of the first test run at Mt Buller: “We’ve received favourable reports from brigade members about the vehicle’s performance so far, and the unit performed better than expected and met each of the challenges conducted.” The vehicle will undergo further testing at Mt Buller in both summer and winter conditions before a full report is submitted.

SNOW GO: The CFA’s new all seasons vehicle with Mattracks makes its way across fresh snow on Mt Buller. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

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By LIZ WEBB A TOUCH of the exotic has snuck onto the Mt Buller restaurant scene. But judging by the aromas wafting out on to Bourke Street, it won’t be long before there’s queues at the door. The Spice Room is open from 12 noon – 4pm, catering for the

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What’s coming up on Mt Buller

NOW that snow has arrived the race season can commence, along with the many other activities enjoyed on Mt Buller and Mt Stirling every winter - here are a few that are coming up in the next couple of weeks. BACKCOUNTRY FILM FESTIVAL - Saturday, July 25 - 7pm Mt Buller Cinema The Backcountry Film Festival promotes the work of grassroots filmmakers who tell compelling and entertaining stories of backcountry, nonmotorised recreation and environmental preservation. Winter Wildlands Alliance created the Backcountry Film Festival in 2005 to help grassroots and professional filmmakers to show audiences their love of the winter outdoors. Since then, the annual festival has been shown in more than 30 towns and cities, and raised thousands of dollars to help efforts to preserve our winter environment. BUTE VANESSA - July 25 and 26; August 1 and 2; August 8 and 9

Vanessa began around 10 years ago as a fleet of one – a done-up ex-booze bus that travelled to Victorian festivals and events providing free, voluntary breath-testing. Before long, she became a popular fixture at events around Victoria, her unmissable orange presence becoming a familiar ‘must-visit’ for punters who welcomed her free (and potentially life-saving) service. As her roster of attended events grew, so did her personality (and her fleet). Vanessa wants you to party and have fun, but she’s also looking out for you. Her message ‘Your mate’s life is in your hands’ is the most important message visitors can take away from the experience. Vanessa Bute, the five star Ford Ranger, will be visiting Mt Buller over the 2015 winter season. The activities that will be on offer during its time at the snow include: fun interactive games - including the ever popular spinning wheel;

iPads loaded with “How Safe is Your Car?” content; chill out space to provide refuge from the cold; free merchandise and prizes; awesome crew, worded up on road safety tips and advice for the snowy conditions; and free water and hot chocolate (when available). SLED DOGS DEMONSTRATION - July 28 and 29 Mt Buller was the home-base for Australian Sled Dog Tours in 2014. The on snow activity proved to be a huge success for everyone who visited the resort. In 2015, Mt Buller will host a sled dog demonstration race in the Mt Buller Village on two courses for the very first time. Held over two days the event will include 2, 4, 6 and 8 dog teams. Approximately 30 teams in total will compete. Schedule:Tuesday, July 28 - 5pm-7pm - Mt Buller Village Square: Teams assemble in Village start line between Buller Central

and T’s High Country Café. Teams head up skiers right on Bourke St ski run onto the ski area, around either Tirol, or Koflers depending on which course they are completing. 6 and 8 dog teams start first (approx 5pm). 2 and 4 dog teams start next (approx 6pm). Teams return skiers left on Bourke St ski run to the Village Square. Wednesday, July 29 - 9am – 12noon - Corn Hill Road (from Skating Rink): Teams assemble on Corn Hill Road, at snow line. Teams head along Corn Hill Road, potentially to Howqua Gap (snow dependent). 6 and 8 dog teams only. Mt Buller Village Square. Presentations held on the Village stage. PEAK PICS - MT BULLER PHOTO COMPETITION July 30 Mt Buller Home Events and Activities Events Peak Pics - Mt Buller Photo Competition. Entries now open. Go to http://bit.ly/peakpics15 to enter

your best shots. Show us what “My Moment’ means to you. 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. This year’s theme is ‘My Moment’. VICTORIAN UNIVERSITY SKI AND SNOWBOARD CHAMPIONSHIPS - July 30 It sounds like something out of Harry Potter as university student teams from across the Garden State do battle to take home the Dragon Slayer Cup. May the best Uni team win. GRIMUS/PULLINS CUP August 2 Mt Buller Home Events and Activities Events Grimus/Pullin Cup. The Grimus/Pullin Cup 2015

is MBRC’s club race (for MBRC members only). For the first time ever, this race will be held as a Skicross/Boardercross competition at the Skyline park. Enjoy the action when our future Olympians fight for the podium in head-to-head races. FRANK FREESTYLE FRIDAY RAIL JAM - Friday, August 7, 10am - 12noon Bourke Street Frank MBP Always wanted to hit a jump or rail but don’t know how to get started? It’s easy at the Frank Freestyle Friday Rail Jam. Join pro instructors from the Mt Buller Ski and Snowboard School. They’ll have you sliding down boxes, making jumps and impressing your mates (or kids) in no time. The Frank MBP crew will be giving away stacks of Burton spot prizes, DJ Harkin Banks will be pumping the beats, and young and old will have the opportunity to learn from the best. Everyone is welcome to get involved (parents included). Quite Frankly, you’d be mad to miss it.

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5775 2115 lreardon@nemedia.com.au SNOWTIME: Enjoying the snow and sunshine on Shakey Knee. PHOTO: Andrew Railton - Mt Buller

THEY were calling last week’s snow dump, snownado, snowpocalypse, even the Antarctic vortex. And while this system didn’t quite deliver the forecast 50cm (as of Wednesday Buller sat on 38cm in the last week), all those on mountain were excited to see the ﬂakes falling. It started drifting down last Thursday afternoon and for a few days many were feeling slightly underwhelmed. Snow was promised on Saturday, but it only delivered high winds, lightning and thunder. But, as the storm cleared the ﬂakes began to fall and people awoke on Sunday

morning to discover 10cm of fresh snow on the ground. The cold snap which has grasped the nation not only delivered fresh snow, but ideal snow making conditions. As always, Mother Nature’s little helpers were out there blasting the snow guns as well. Thanks to a lot of their hard work, the last week has also seen a number of new lifts and terrain open up. The Fox turned on Monday for the first time this season, which was warmly welcomed by skiers and snowboarders who were eager to start carving up the ever popular Shakey Knees. Another 7cm on Monday

evening saw Koﬂers T-Bar make its 2015 debut. It was followed by 11cm of fresh on Wednesday with Summit and Howqua also shaking off the cobwebs. By Friday, 14 lifts in total were turning including Bonza and the Northside Express for sightseeing guests. Skiers and snowboarders on Wednesday were rewarded with pow stashes across the mountain, with some of the best conditions found amongst the snow gums in the Family Run area. As we head into this weekend, the clouds are expected to clear and temps will warm up – so, drop your plans and join us here on top of the world at Mt Buller.

Jebediah to perform on Buller JEBEDIAH has just completed a hugely successful sold out metro city run sending fans into a frenzy celebrating their 20th anniversary. 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,

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This wonderful three/four bedroom apartment has all and more. The top floor is a spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen area. A large rumpus/theatre room with enuite. Parking is at the front door. Sunny northern veiws along with views over Bourke St.

Mark Woodsford takes up the RT Edgar brand at Mt Buller.

Michael David, founder of RT Edgar Alpine in 1993, returns to support Woody.

$180,000+

LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY! 1, 2 & 3 bedroom fully self contained suites. Features include high occupancy and outgoings that include everything imaginable so that there is not one extra cent to be paid!

Twin Towers A 104

$270,000+

This sunny one bedroom apartment in the perfect location for access to Bourke Street. Recently renovated and kept in prefect condition. One queensize bed along with a pull-out couch plus chaise can sleep five. Modern kitchen, With a full oven, dishwasher etc, Comfortable corner couch with chaise and a large flat screen TV and a washer / dryer to complete the package.

For all your Real Estate needs at Mt Buller, don’t do anything before consulting RT Edgar. Buying, selling, leasing, developing, Owners’ Corporation management, check our rates. Get the professional difference.

K2 Apt 5

From

Howqua 4

$630,000+

An extremely well appointed apartment with four bedrooms. Built over multiple levels with bedrooms on each level. The spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen are on the middle level. There is a second living area which is a good TV/ rumpus room. En-suite with the master bedroom and main bathroom has separate shower and toilet. Washer and dryer in the bathroom. Heated entry and private equipment / storage area with a heated car park is at the front door.

Mark Woodsford: 0429 930 700 Michael David: 0408 508 609 Email: woody@rtedgar.com.au

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ATTRACTIVE: The approach appearance to the Peaks is pleasing to the eye.

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AFFORDABLE LUXURY: The apartments are luxurious yet affordable.

The Peaks are afforable luxury

THIS modern complex with four units for sale has all the added benefits and is only 100 metres to the village. There is a choice of two x 2 bedroom apartments both of which include terrific garage parking and ski storage. Upon arrival you can hop into the lift straight to your apartment’s level. Unit 106 is designed over two levels with a well fitted kitchen, beautiful lounge, gas fireplace and sunny balcony on the upper level. Downstairs entry has two bedrooms sharing a family bathroom plus a second powder room. This apartment also includes a

drying room, laundry and storage. Unit 101 is all on one single level and offers two spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms - one being an en-suite. The light and bright living area with all the mod cons and full height windows gives glorious views along with a barbecue and balcony. Both are priced at $475,000 and come fully furnished. But if it’s more space you are needing then choose from either of these 3 bedrooms and you won’t be disappointed. Unit 202 priced at $779,000 furnished offers contemporary spacious living and dining, rock faced

gas ﬁreplace, cherry wood kitchen and ﬂoor to ceiling glass opening to a wrap-around balcony. It features three double bedrooms with built-in robes and two bathrooms, one being an en-suite and the other with a spa bath. Included is a laundry, large drying cupboard and of course great garage parking and ski storage which also features in the other three bedrooms. Unit 302 is a penthouse and priced at $825,000 furnished. The penthouse is designed over two storeys and features views forever, both to Bourke Street and The Bluff.

The spacious lounge and dining areas are complemented by a huge terrace, great for year round enjoyment. Two of the three bedrooms are on the lower level and share a family bathroom while the super large master parent retreat, with mountain views and balcony, also has walk-in robe, en-suite with spa and separate shower. Perfect for entertaining Unit 302 can also be holiday rented all year round during bike season and ski season. All four properties are for sale exclusively by Mark Adams Real Estate on 0419 858007.

SPACIOUS LIVING: Apartments give spacious living areas for the whole family to enjoy.

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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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“MT BULLER & BASE OF BULLER”

Mark Adams Real Estate - Leading The Way...

FIRST TIME OFFERED

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

INSPECTION WILL IMPRESS

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

JUST LISTED - INSPECTION A MUST

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

JUST LISTED

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

Mt Buller 810/206 Summit Rd (11 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

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

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

GREAT LOCATION & PRICE

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

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

RIGHT ON BOURKE ST

DUE TO RECENT SALES

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

Mark Adams 0419 858 007

Contact | Mark Adams for appraisal Phone | 0419 858 007 Email | mark@markadams.com.au

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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

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

NEXT TO ABOM

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

ON SALE NOW

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

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: $515,000 Owner instructs immediate sale

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

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 Unit 305 - WAS $275,000 NOW $249,000

LOCATION & VIEWS

REDUCED FOR SALE

VENDOR WILL CONSIDER OFFERS

Mt Buller 2/198 Summit Rd (4 Pontrasina Lane)

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

2.5

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

3.5

Beehive Apartment 2 is one of only four apartments located in entrance two. Located next to Shakey Knees with great mountain views Split level design with functional kitchen with timber bench top & comfortable living room. Newly built balcony offering north facing views to Stirling and beyond. 2 good size bedrooms with functional family bathroom. Excellent ski storage in main foyer. 4WD access pass are available to owners for arrivals and departures. Easy to ski out to Shakey Knees or access to Bourke St. Price: $395,000 Furnished

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

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

TWO GREAT APARTMENTS

GARAGE PARKING

DREAM VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM

Mt Buller 202 and 302/83 Stirling Rd (1 Stirling Rd)

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

Mt Buller 17/56 Stirling Rd (22 Stirling Rd)

Attractive Peak building offering ski in ski out to Chamois Run directly opposite with each having its own car park & lift access Peak 202 - Contemporary spacious living & dining with ﬂoor to ceilingglass doors opening to wrap around balcony offering pleasant views. 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large wardrobes & sleeping for eight. Peak 302 - Spacious top ﬂoor penthouse designed over two levels withfabulous living & large terrace. Upper level has huge parent retreat with WIR and spa bath. Two further spacious bedrooms share the second bathroom. Price: 202 $779,000 or 302 $825,000

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

Snowflake building has had extensive renovations & this fully renovated apartment offers unbeatable views of Bourke St and beyond Two level apartment with 3 spacious bedrooms & upstairs suitable for home office or children’s play area. Spacious sun-filled living, huge windows & rock feature fireplace all great for entertaining. Well-equipped as new kitchen with stone bench tops & stainless appliances. Fully renovated family bathroom. The property has good ski storage and drying cupboard. Suitable for holiday rental when owners not occupying. All owners have access to ample on site car parking Price: P.O.A

4WD PARKING

REALISTIC VENDOR

RENOVATED NEW ENTRIES

Mt Buller 37 The Avenue (43 The Avenue)

Hima is well located and select from one of 3 furnished apartments all worthy of inspection and keenly priced from $360,000 HIMA 1 $425,000 - Extremely comfortable, spotless 3 bedroom, 2 bath at the front. Family size living, cedar panelling, opening to balcony with pleasant snow views. HIMA 5 $360,000 - Well ﬁtted two levels, 2bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus powder room. HIMA 9 - $395,000 - Fully renovated, well-presented 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom and easy to rent out when vacant. Price: Hima units start at $360,000

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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 705/206 Summit Rd (11 Summit Rd)

Super master bedroom and heated car parking perfectly positioned on Bourke St Chalet Apartment 705 - Prime Bourke St features master bedroom with private lounge, cedar sauna, round double spa, overhead shower plus a separate shower and toilet. Two other bedrooms sleep 7 in comfort and family bathroom. Living features open ﬁreplace and offers goodaspect to Bourke St. Two big storage cages for skis & boots, 2 lifts in building and winter caretaker. Price: $780,000 Furnished

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