Snowpost - September 2023 Edition

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SEPTEMBER 2023

ISSUE NO. 94

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DISCOVER THE SNOWY SCHEME

Explore the past, present, and future of Snowy Hydro at one of the Snowy Mountains’ must-see attractions.

Discover the Snowy Scheme’s proud history, learn about renewables, and stay up-to-date with the new Snowy 2.0 pumped-hydro expansion mega project.

Immerse yourself in the interactive displays, exhibition space, and state-of-the-art theatre.

The Discovery Cafe is open daily. Take a break and enjoy a delicious barista-made coffee and light refreshments.

Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre and Cafe Monaro Highway, Cooma Open 7 days | Weekdays 8am-4.30pm Weekends and public holidays 9am-2pm snowyhydro.com.au

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BACKCOUNTRY EXPLORING AT ITS BEST

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Welcome to the spring edition of The Snowpost. While we would like to see more snow across our beautiful Snowy Mountains, our snow resorts have been busy pumping their snow guns and there’s still plenty of coverage for the whole family.

Spring is a wonderful time of year in the Snowy Monaro with a long list of events and activities planned on and off the snow.

Our backcountry areas are looking terrific. Chat to a tour guide, get fitted with the right equipment and plan what is sure to be one of your best adventures yet.

In this edition of The Snowpost, you will find a backcountry guide, prepared by the knowledgeable and experienced Bruce Easton of Wilderness Sports.

Mountain bike riders are gearing up for the coming season as are anglers. Our region is the best for both.

On the event front, you can’t miss Back to Nimmity over the October long weekend. The historic village will showcase the best of country life across a busy few days.

Bombala will roar to the sound of motorbikes during the first weekend ofNovember, while buskers will hit the streets of Cooma later in the month.

The next few months promise to be an exciting time to visit, explore and stay in the region.

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Enjoy natures playground at

Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa Nestled on 150 acres, Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa is bordered by Kosciuszko National Park and the majestic Thredbo River, and is just 15 minutes to Thredbo Village and Perisher Ski Resort via the Ski Tube in winter.

Offering a huge range of boutique accommodation, free activities, unique on and off resort experiences and a choice of restaurants serving the finest local produce, this all-seasons destination provides a luxurious base for you to unwind, explore and create lasting memories.

Nature is the star of the show. And Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa is the support crew, offering a huge range of free activities, facilities and services to help you get the very most from your stay in the idyllic Snowy Mountains.

The resort has a range of free off mountain activities for those down days including tennis, archery, trampolines, disc golf and a kids play playground that is always a hit with the little ones.

If you’re looking for an activity to do off the snow then experiencing the resorts Segway tours is a must.

After a briefing session, a Segway Eco Tour Guide will take you through the trails of the resort touring past the beautiful alpine lake and streams before linking to the resort trails and bridges, a spectacular way to spot the hidden wildlife.

Relax after a day on the slopes with an indulgent spa treatment at Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa. From deep tissue massages that relieve the aches and pains of mountain adventures, to rejuvenating facials and indulgent spa packages, our therapists will help you restore balance to the body, mind and spirit.

Unwind with a meal at Alpine Larder, offering a cosy rustic setting with a huge stone fireplace inside, and a delightful seating area outside, the Alpine Larder delivers down to earth service and a crowd-pleasing menu that incorporates Snowy Mountains produce.

For the more cultivated diner, perched over Lake Crackenback is Cuisine Restaurant and Bar boasting stuning views over the lake and Snowy Mountains.

A team of dedicated chefs delivering menus incorportating local region produce, friend and attentive service and the finest wine.

Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa has everything you need to enjoy natures playground as well as the essentials to enjoy a relaxing day off the mountain.

For more information visit www.lakecrackenback.com.au

Escape to one of the world’s most stunning natural playgrounds right here in Australia. Surrounded by the spectacular Snowy Mountains, with a host of activities, experiences and boutique accommodation choices, unforgettable memories are waiting to be made.

Escape to one of the world’s most stunning natural playgrounds right here in Australia. Surrounded by the spectacular Snowy Mountains, with a host of activities, experiences and boutique accommodation choices, unforgettable memories are waiting to be made.

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Ignite Winter Wonderland with Club Med The Club Med All-Inclusive Experience Imagine a holiday where everything is taken care of so you can truly enjoy every moment and indulge in the luxury of staying in a ski-in ski-out resort, nestled among snow-covered mountains.

Club Med welcomes all – couples, families and friends to embark on an icy adventure to rediscover a winter paradise in exceptional and pristine mountain destinations where unforgettable memories are made.

Access to the World’s Best Ski Domains With over 20 mountain resorts worldwide located in some of the world’s best ski domains, you can be assured that you’ll be experiencing the best high-altitude adventure playgrounds whichever Club Med resorts you choose to visit.

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SNOWSPORT CHAMPIONSHIPS Due to circumstances beyond the control of Snow Australia, the AUSTRALIAN INTERSCHOOLS Championships, scheduled for Mt Buller in September, have been cancelled.

Great thanks to the schools, the competitors, the parents & friends and, to all those who contributed to making our 2023 SUBARU Regional & State Championships such a great success.

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Snow Holidays Made Easy with Club Med

Happy Children, Happy Parents

Start enjoying the all-inclusive snow holiday the moment you arrive. Ski and lift passes will be made ready upon arrival, so no time is wasted to explore the magnificent ski slopes. Whatever the skill level, be assured of dedicated professional ski Gentils Organisateurs (G.Os) to help guests make the most of their winter holidays. Ski and snowboard lessons are tailored to all age groups and skill levels with guidance from experienced instructors from the best accredited ski schools.

Club Med has been a pioneer of kids and family experiences since 1967 to make you feel right at home. Parents can look forward to much needed couple-time on the slopes or après ski whilst the littles ones are well taken care of.

From 4 to 17 years, children will be meaningfully engaged by the attentive G.Os with a most enriching experience.

With specially designed age-appropriate programmes that seamlessly integrate education into play and encourage the development of unique character strengths.

Something for Everyone There are many ways to truly relax and enjoy the mountains whichever way you want. With a wide range of après ski activities, wellness, dining experiences and entertainment, discover a world beyond just skiing.

From guided snowshoe trekking through snowy forests to enjoying an afternoon of family tobogganing or a breath-taking sleigh ride, fun and adventure await at Club Med.

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A unique and pristine snow experience One of the true luxury offerings in Perisher Valley is the newly renovated and stylish Muddles Lodge.

Muddles Lodge is a perfect vision of modern elegance sitting subtly on the North Perisher Valley away from the hustle and bustle of Perisher Resort.

Offering ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes ensures that no time is wasted getting out on the mountain and enjoying the alpine environment.

The spacious rooms provide the perfect place to relax, with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.

With five rooms to choose from, Muddles Lodge caters for the perfect holiday amidst the snow.

Offering a unique and interactive experience for their guests, the lodge is fitted with an impressive open kitchen, communal living, dining and entertainment area for guests to socialise while in a cosy atmosphere.

Every great stay should include a memorable and delicious meal and at Muddles Lodge the talented chef will be sure to satisfy every palate with a delicious set menu.

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Enjoy a three-course set dinner crafted with the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, prepared right in front of you, bringing only the best modern cuisine and can be customised to any dietary requirements.

Every morning the chef will prepare a hot breakfast for the guests ensuring they get the perfect start to their day before for hitting the slopes.

From late afternoon, beverage and nibbles will be available for purchase, featuring a variety of local and imported drinks, local charcuterie board and bites.

Muddles is the perfect place to relax and unwind by the fire, after a big day on the slopes while socialising amongst friends, new and old.

Take in the stunning alpine views as you and your luggage are transported comfortably to Muddles Lodge.

During your stay, the lodge offers a morning and afternoon over snow service to Front Valley for your ski or snowboard lessons or the more intermediate and experienced skiers can traverse to the nearest lift or T-Bar straight from the lodges back door.

The lodge is looking at expanding their services into the spring and summer months offering tours such as hiking, mountain biking, photography and more.

Visit www.muddles.com.au to explore the different room options and contact info@muddles.com.au or 0475 772 177 for more information.

Upon arrival in Perisher, the on-site managers will be ready and waiting at Perisher Valley Terminal, with their complementary over snow service.

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SNOWY MONARO REGIONAL COUNCIL

What’s on:SEPTEMBER Continuous

1 September – 30 September – Ray Douglas Cearns Exhibition | Monaro Art Group Gallery 6 September – 22 October – Wendy McDougall ‘Time for a moment’ | Raglan Gallery & Cultural Centre

Repeating

Retro Night Friday | Banjo Paterson Inn, 8pm – 2.00am We Love Weekends Saturday Live Music | Banjo Paterson Inn, 8pm – 2am

Friday 1 – Saturday 2

Bush Doof Party hosted by Tess Coady | Thredbo Resort Merritts Beer Dinner | Merritts Mountain Haus, Thredbo Resort, 5.30pm - 9pm Ray Douglas Cearns Exhibition Opening | Monaro Art Group Gallery, 5.30pm

Friday 1

Merritts Beer Dinner | Merritts Mountain Haus, Thredbo Resort, 5.30pm - 9pm The Hype Boys | Alpine Hotel, Cooma, 8pm High Tea at the Royal Arms | Royal Arms Tea Rooms, Nimmitabel, 10am - 4pm, Bookings Essential

Saturday 2

Clay and Graze Feldmark Pottery | Jindabyne, 10am – 1pm, $150pp Father’s Day Eve Celebration | Traveller’s Rest, Snowy Mtns Highway, Cooma, 12 – 8pm 7 Shots Live Music | Alpine Hotel Cooma, 8.30pm - late

Sunday 3 – Thursday 7 Sunday 3 Monday 4 Tuesday 5

UniSport Nationals Snow | Thredbo Resort Snowy Mountains Community Market | The Village Church, 3 Park Rd, Jindabyne, 9am – 1pm Clay and Graze Feldmark Pottery | Jindabyne, 10am – 1pm, $150pp Business Connect | Snowy Monaro Regional Library, Cooma, 9am – 3pm 32nd Thredbo Memorial Race | Rossignol Race Course, Thredbo Resort, 10am Regional Connect Cooma | Alpine Hotel, Cooma, 5.30pm, Register.

Thursday 7

Winter Dinner and Faces of Thredbo Awards | Kosciuszko Room, 8 Friday Drive, Thredbo NSW, 6 – 10pm, $89pp. Book online Thredbo Alpine Museum

Friday 8 – Sunday 10

Women’s Backcountry Weekend | Thredbo Resort Nimmitabel CWA Markets | Lake Williams, Nimmitabel, 9am – 1pm

Saturday 9

Golden Oldies Match – Bombala v Delegate | Delegate Punk, Metal and Hardcore Night | The Cooma Hotel, 8pm

Sunday 10 Friday 15 Saturday 16 – 1 Oct

CMR Artisan Market | Cooma Historical Railway, 9am - 1pm Cooma North Public School 70th Anniversary – Artrageous | Mittagang Road, Cooma, 5.30 – 7.30pm Jay Podger Live Music | Cooma Hotel, 8pm September Kids Snow Festival | Thredbo Resort Cooma North Public School 70th Anniversary – Markets | Mittagang Road, Cooma, 9am

Saturday 16

2023 Perisher Cup | Perisher Resort Clay and Graze Feldmark Pottery | Jindabyne, 5pm – 8pm, $150pp First Base ft Sneaky Sound System | Alpine Bar Thredbo Hotel, 3pm - 7pm

Sunday 17

Cooma Rotary High Country Markets | Centennial Park, 8am – 1pm Community Day – St Paul’s Anglican Church, Cooma | 138 Commissioner St, Cooma, 10am – 3pm

Saturday 23

Colts 2023 Presentation Day | Cooma Multifunction Centre, Boundary St, 11am – 2pm Abandon Ship DJs Live Entertainment | Cooma Hotel, 8pm

Sunday 24

Bredbo CWA Village Markets | Bredbo Hall, 9.00am – 3.00pm Live Music – Brittany Elise | Alpine Hotel Cooma, 1.30pm, Free entry

Thursday 28 – Friday 29 September

Skip Regional Youth Dance Company Workshop | Monaro Dance Centre, 173 Sharp St Cooma, 9.30am – 3.30pm

Friday 29 – 1 October

2023 Perisher Slush Cup | Perisher Resort Cooma Can Crushers Barrel Race | Cooma Showground, 3 day event

Saturday 30

Back to Nimmity Festival | Nimmitabel, Held over October Long weekend Clay and Graze Feldmark Pottery | Jindabyne, 2pm – 5pm, $150pp

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R and OCTOBER 2023 5 September – 22 October – Wendy McDougall ‘Time for a moment’ | Raglan Gallery & Cultural Centre 1 October 2023 – 31 May 2024 – Snowy Trout Challenge | Snowy Mountains Region Continuous

24 October – 3 December -–‘Victorian Goldfield Printmakers’ | Raglan Gallery & Cultural Centre 24 October – 3 December – Phil Miles - ‘Fire and Ice: Some Australian Landscapes’ | Raglan Gallery & Cultural Centre Cooma Can Crushers Barrel Race | Cooma Showground, 3 day event

Sunday 1

Michelle O’Neill Mini Barrel Clinic | Cooma Showground Snowy Mountains Community Market | The Village Church, 3 Park Rd, Jindabyne, 9am – 1pm Thredbo Pondskim | Ballroom Thredbo Resort, 11am – 2pm

Monday 2

Labour Day Cooma Can Crushers Barrel Race | Cooma Showground, 3 day event

Saturday 7

High Tea at the Royal Arms | Royal Arms Tea Rooms, Nimmitabel, 10am – 4pm

Sunday 8

CMR Artisan Markets | Cooma Historical Railway, 9am – 1pm

Saturday 14

Nimmitabel CWA Markets | Lake Williams, Nimmitabel, 9am – 1pm

Sunday 15

Cooma Rotary High Country Markets | Centennial Park, 8am - 1pm Cooma Rotary Duck Race | Cooma Creek, 12pm – 2pm

Saturday 21

Bombala Races | Bombala Race Course (Save the Date)

Sunday 22

Bredbo CWA Village Markets | Bredbo Hall, 9am – 3.30pm

Tuesday 24 – Wednesday 25

Variety Aussie Muscle Car Run | Raglan Gallery & Cultural Centre

Saturday 28 – Sunday 29

Delegate Heritage Weekend Bombala Motorcross Marden Park Training Weekend | 1065 Delegate Rd, Bombala, 9am

We’re here to help you discover more... ...stop, explore and be rewarded.

Our tourism at Bombala and Cooma Visitor Monaro Centres invite you to discover the Takefriendly a road trip and teams experience the beauty of our Snowy region, from Canberra tovast the range of activities, andDiscover heritage,wide unique wildlife and places to drive around the high Snowy Mountains andready Monaro.

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Vote Thredbo

for Australia’s best ski resort It’s time to vote. Thredbo has been nominated for Australia’s Best Ski Resort in the 2023 World Ski Awards.

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Why Thredbo?

The resort is enjoying another awesome winter season in 2023 with lots of fun skiing and snowboarding conditions, a range of unique on-mountain experiences and their biggest events calendar so far.

Skiers and snowboarders are enjoying carving up Australia’s longest runs – almost double the amount of vertical terrain than any other Australian resort. For beginners, Thredbo continues to be the ultimate to learn with lessons and programs to suit all ages and abilities, a dedicated beginner area and a brand-new snow runner in the kids learning area.

And the fun doesn’t stop on the slopes with Australia’s biggest winter events calendar offering non-stop live music and entertainment, a number of infamous après events headlined by some of the country’s best music acts, kid’s festivals, skiing and snowboarding events and a series of once-in-a-lifetime onmountain experiences.

Whether it’s watching the sunrise over the mountains and enjoying a mimosa breakfast before getting first tracks or riding a snowcat to the iconic Kareela Hutte on-mountain restaurant for a four-course dining experience, the resort’s wide range of unique on-mountain experiences truly take their guests’ visits to new heights.

Development Further establishing themselves as Australia’s best ski resort, they continually striving to improve their offering and have completed a number of multi-million dollar developments.

With more developments currently in construction and planned for the coming years, Thredbo will create even more industryleading facilities for guests, offering world-class recreation right here in the Australian snowfields.

In recent years, the resorts have unveiled Australia’s only alpine gondola, made significant upgrades to their snowmaking fleet and updated their chairlift infrastructure.

A massive investment that is currently under construction is Australia’s first alpine coaster, a year-round all-weather rail-guided toboggan ride that’s planned to be in operation for winter 2024 and will further diversify their recreational offering.

Looking ahead, Thredbo will be continuing to roll out their 10-year Chairlift Development Plan and have a number of other major development applications sitting with the NSW Department of Planning and Environment that will see significant investments made to develop and enhance the most popular areas of the resort including the development of a new Merritts Mountain House.

Visit worldskiawards.com/award/australia-best-ski-resort/2023 to vote for Thredbo.

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Backcountry the NEXT Win

By Bruce Easton, Wilderness Sports As resorts start to wind down and with a winter season that left people wanting that little more…

It is becoming apparent snow is fickle and climate change is a fact that reminds us of the changes in season and snow. Thank goodness for snow making and grooming both in resorts as well as packing of snow and grooming on the Cross Country Trails at Perisher.

The backcountry and higher elevations in Kosciuszko National Park and Main Range being over 1800 metres the snow invariably stays longer.

This winter season saw one “good” forming a solid base and cover in the resorts and on the higher locations of the Main Range. This snowfall followed a long period of sunny days and cold nights bonding the snowpack and creating an icy layer that remained with sastrugi and for an extended period.

No added snowfalls snow remained hard and required not only the usual backcountry equipment for touring but for safety crampons and sharper tools like whippets and axes.

All photos by Aaron Dickfos

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Winter Season….

PLACES This season has seen a wide range of conditions with both weather and snow.

The season started slowly and limited snow making early on and little moisture in the air and consistent sunshine followed by some cooler nights.

One good snowfall in June got the season underway and resorts managed with a thin snow pack and groomed terrain to offer some reasonable skiing. Meanwhile it remained a thin cover in the backcountry and icy conditions for an extended period. Sastrugi and rimed snow meant challenging touring no matter where people tried to adventure. Few opportunities changed for almost a solid month which is unusual to have a period with no snowfalls adding to the snow pack and over such a long period.

Usually touring options from Dead Horse Gap in the sheltered trees offer options in the blizzards that often arrive through the early part of the season, with a chance to climb higher into the Ramshead Range on the days with better and clear weather.

Some less experienced use the ease of access but expensive Backcountry Pass costing $65 for a single but quick access and ride to the top station of Kosciuszko Express Chair.

Many people choose to ski closer to the resorts near Perisher with easy access to the sheltered slopes near Mount Wheatley or just beyond the resort boundaries of the Paralyser. Shorter runs in varied terrain and angles gave up some easier access and safer options.

From Guthega people well equipped and with skills and experience took advantage of access to steeper slopes and terrain. Usually as winter progresses and additional snowfalls top up the snow cover plus fresh snow make it a great option for those with more experience. Those with experience, skills, fitness and appropriately equipped to make journeys into more challenging terrain of Mount Tate or to Mount Twynam and Blue Lake for the mountaineers. This winter though the conditions certainly made it more challenging with the snow pack staying firm and icy.

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Backcountry the NEXT Win From page 17

GEAR TO GO There are lots of ways to explore the Snowy Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park beyond the resort boundaries.

Ski touring and backcountry requires some special equipment with backpacks to carry what you need for a day away from resorts including repair kits, first aid, hydration, some energy food to ensure self sufficiency and importantly an awareness of navigation and items like map and compass plus PLB. Specific ski equipment with climbing skins, ski crampons are more essential items and every day.

Depending on skills plus also the skier/rider experience and planned tour into terrain and snow conditions might make a choice to take some appropriate gear for avalanche situations like a snow shovel, probe and beacon.

Choosing touring partners and destinations is an especially important decision.

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Local knowledge of snow conditions by staff in the shops where you might hire or buy backcountry gear plus speaking with local guides who are regularly out and about in the mountains is a great resource and place to start.

Looking at resort and various snow cams as a guide to seeing snow and also weather plus reviewing the most current forecast with the Bureau of Meteorology.

Some insight is also shared about snow conditions via the Mountain Safety Collective.There are also Clubs and there are also friends who will help you to learn how to be safe and develop the skills you need to enjoy the backcountry.

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Many people discovered the use and versatility of snowshoes to travel in conditions such as we experienced this season with hard and icy snow. When people had limited ski skills or conditions tougher than they had skills to deal with the ease of access plus also being more affordable meant many people chose to use snowshoes for simpler access. Sunny weather also encouraged people to explore the varied landscapes and learn about the natural environment. No other special equipment is required just like bushwalking.

Winter Season….

BEYOND THE RESORTS & BOUNDARIES - BACKCOUNTRY SEASON Start out with short tours of an hour or two till you become comfortable with travelling away from resort areas and making turns in fresh snow. You can learn navigation to good terrain and reading maps and understanding features and contours as this will all aid you in finding the better places to ski and ride.

Where the fresh snow is in lee slopes to realising why other places are icy and wind scoured.

Also a key part of the learning is to realise what gear you need and importantly how to use it. First aid kits, repair gear to fix any broken items as well as safety gear you build up as you gain experience and knowledge and a range of items you will be like a space blanket, spare jacket to stay warm, energy food, most importantly hydration, clothing such as gloves, hats and eyewear. They can make a difference to a safe and enjoyable day and experience in the backcountry.

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The road is closed between Perisher and Charlotte Pass from the June Long Weekend to October Long Weekend. This is when the resorts tend to close down their lifts and their winter season comes to an end. Access reopens the road to the turning circle.

Often the weather and snow remains for the keen and those who are prepared to “earn their turns” and hike uphill only to make fresh tracks back down. Often this may be on the snow within the resort areas but more often is beyond on the Main Range and higher slopes and ridges of Kosciuszko National Park. The infamous Western Faces of the mountains offer a wide range of terrain and steep slopes to open faces allowing most skiers to make turns and also explore the Main Range above 1800 metres to the higher summits around 2200 metres.

Explore and be bold…but do not be stupid. Use common sense to build your understanding of snow and the gear plus knowledge to travel efficiently and extend your adventures in the snow and backcountry season.

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Mountain Bike season starts e While the snow season may be making an early exit the weather has proved perfect to dust off the mountain bike and hit the trails.

The lack of snowfalls this winter has seen locals and visitors out on the trails a little earlier than normal this winter season.

The mountain bike trails have been maintained well over the off season making for great riding conditions.

Sacred Ride owner Nic Davoli said now is the perfect time to stop in and get your bike serviced and to stock up on all your mountain biking accessories before the spring conditions draw even more riders on the trails.

“Sacred Ride has seen more and more people and families coming in to hire out bikes for the day to do something different then just ski during their time here,” Nic said.

“The dry conditions have kept the trails wellkept and make for the perfect weather to get out on the mountain bike.”

Sacred Ride has started to see heaps more groups hiring bikes and getting back out on the Hatchery Bay trails thanks to Jindabyne Trail stewardship getting out and fixing them back up after they have been under water for the last couple of years.

Spring is one of the best times to explore Jindabyne and the mountains by bike.

This year especially the trails are already dry and there is less snow on some of the more adventurous rides so it’s a perfect time to have a true multi-sport holiday.

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Spencer proud of busking event For more than 10-years, the Australian National Busking Championships have given the nation’s best street performers a platform to hone their craft and pursue their dream profession.

Since the busking championships started in Cooma in 2011, founder Allan Spencer has watched with pride as many buskers have taken their careers to the next level.

Most recently, Mr Spencer is celebrating the success of Levi X (pictured above with his dad). The pop-musician is a regular at the busking championship events held across the county and now, the young star is making a name for himself on the popular Tv show The Voice.

Levi X performed The White Stripes’ work Seven Nation Army on The Voice last week, combining his singing and saxophone talents.

The 15-year-old who performed national busking championship finals in Cooma last year, had Voice judges Jason Derulo and Rita Ora turn their chairs for the chance to work with Levi X. The Redcliff teenager was hit with locals when he performed in Cooma alongside his dad, Ian. Mr Spencer said he is excited the busking championship format can support and promote performers, like Levi X. “The busking championships are a wonderful platform for buskers

to promote their talents and hone their skills,” Spencer said.

“I’m very excited for Levi X. He performs in our Stanthorpe busking event and is also a regular busker at his local markets.

He is always playing and improving.”

In the 12-years the busking championships have been running, Mr Spencer has expanded the event to include nine regional heats across four states and territories. Country towns such as Stanthorpe, Rutherglen, Kilmore, and Peak Hill all receive an economic and cultural boost when the busking championships take place.

Cooma held its regional finals in April with country musician Charlotte Rose taking out the top honour.

A hallmark of the Cooma event has been a strong presence from the region’s younger performers.

“One of the best parts about the busking event in Cooma is showcasing our talented locals. We have wide range of ages and styles of musicians on show each year,” Mr Spencer said.

Each year, the national finals are held in Cooma. Come November 25, the nation’s best buskers will again head to the Snowy Monaro for the chance at being crowned Australian’s number one busker.

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BACK TO NIMMITY - Saturday 30th September – Monday 2nd October 2023

Head back to Nimmity this long weekend This October Long Weekend, the Nimmitabel community is inviting you Back To Nimmity.

Since the early 1900s people have been travelling Back To Nimmity in various ways, often enjoying long weekends to see family and friends.

Occasionally, a fair is planned.

This year, Back To Nimmity is a more casual event promoting general visitation.

Starting from 10am Saturday September 30, Nimmitabel is open! With a rich history, some of which is captured in the book The Journey from Nimmitybelle to Nimmitabel 2nd Edition, Nimmitabel has over 35 places to visit or see.

Several community run committees work hard to maintain the assets of the Village and they are opening their doors to share these spaces with you. Historic

locations that are still in use today! Many have interpretive signs, as featured in our Nimmitabel Heritage Walk.

St. Peter’s Anglican Church Nimmitabel, built in 1878-1882, is open 10am-4pm Saturday 30th September, the only stone church on the Monaro to be built from black basalt rock. It is particularly distinctive. The stunning stained glass windows, installed in two sets, have a history of their own. It is just one of many historic sites still in use.

“It is a great time to see what is behind the news stories. The grants, the fund-raising, it’s all relevant but sometimes the venues are inaccessible, unless you attend for a specific event or service that may not be relevant to everyone.

Back To Nimmity is to allow the everyday interested person the opportunity to

explore Nimmitabel, with doors open” says secretary for the Nimmitabel Chamber of Commerce Alisa Thaler. Back To Nimmity strives to give support to the Nimmitabel community because “without community, what do we have.”

So please spend some time in Nimmitabel to see its history and current services. Either walking or driving or a mixture of both takes you to many places to enjoy, admire or be inspired by. A meander through the main street lets you partake in the wondrous offerings of the cafes, stores and gift shops of Nimmitabel.

Take the opportunity this Long Weekend to support this Monaro Village. If you are feeling adventurous, drive there using one of the back country roads, 4wd recommended.

Back To Nimmity is an initiative of the Nimmitabel Chamber

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Stores, cafes and Nimmitabel Railway Station Nimmitabel Country Club Nimmitabel Cenotaph Nimmitabel Caravan Park & public toilet Nimmitabel Tennis Court Nimmitabel Playground & picnic area Historic Well Mural outside Post Office Geldmacher Square Geldmacher Museum Nimmity Bell rings at noon Police Museum Community Centre / Bushing Nursing Home Geldmacher Mill Pioneer Memorial Hall Historic Film Archive Room in Hall Foyer St Andrew’s Catholic Church & St Joseph’s Convent Nimmitabel Public School St Peter’s Anglican Church Nimmitabel Pre-school Lake Williams / Lions’ Club Gazebo walking track & public toilets

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Come and see the history and current services of Nimmitabel.

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Royal Arms, a must visit in Nimmity The Royal Arms, built in 1859 and important to the village of Nimmitabel, operates both as a traditional B&B and as a cafe under the name of the Sundowner Cafe (in honour of the film “The Sundowners” filmed in 1959 with the Royal Arms building as a main feature).

Over the long weekend, the Royal Arms is still taking bookings for the B&B, and the Sundowner will be open 8am3pm each day (Sat, Sun, Mon) for takeaways, light meals, and snacks.

In addition, the Royal Arms is offering “Devonshire Tea with Royal Arms History” at the Royal Arms Tea Room at 2pm on the Saturday and Sunday.

The cost is $10pp.

You will receive a hot drink of your choice, and a scone with jam and cream, and have the opportunity to hear what the owners have gleaned so far about the wonderful building that they have lived and worked in for the last nine years.

The owners’ will welcome others’ contributions to the building’s history during the afternoon talks.

All bookings can be made either by calling or messaging Diane: • 0429 312 302 • info@royalarmsbnb.com.au • fb: Royal Arms Tea Room Nimmitabel

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Plan a visit to Tumbarumba As small villages go, Tumbarumba, on the southern slopes of the Snowy Mountains, would have to be one of the prettiest in the region.

Situated in Ngarigo country, Tumbarumba was established during the gold rush days of the 1800s, but today is a picturesque village with many attractions to entice visitors to its locality.

In Tumbarumba, you’ll find a host of cosy accommodation options, the Visitors Centre and Museum, restaurants, cafes, craft spirits from Ladbroken Distilling Co and a good selection of shops.

It is also an established wine region, producing mostly chardonnay and pinot noir, and the local wineries, Courabyra, Johansen, Allegiance and Obsession all have cellar doors.

Tumbarumba celebrates its wine and produce yearly, with events such as Tumbafest in February and Tumbarumba Tastebuds held in October, which are very popular with locals and visitors.

There’s also bushwalking, fly fishing and horse riding through the beautiful countryside.

Among the many attractions, a visit to Braymont Gardens is a must when in Tumbarumba.

The six-acre open garden with its ponds, island bridges, bridal walk and wandering ducks is a picture and is also home to the magnificent tree church.

The gardens also have a bar and barbecue fire area and the views are stunning, so plan to spend a few hours taking it all in.

One of the most popular walks in the region is the very easy short walk along the path leading directly to the Paddy’s River Falls from the lookout at the top. At just 150 metres one way, this

walking track leads directly under the falls and takes walkers to another viewing point, then descends to the swimming hole, which is deep enough for a nice dip.

Another short walk is the Tumbarumba Lookout Trail. A 2.6 kilometre loop, it is moderately challenging and on average, takes around forty-five minutes to complete.

The Tumbarumba to Rosewood trail is also moderate, but at 21 kilometres, a more challenging one.

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Excitement building for Bombala Races Anticipation could not be higher for this year’s Bombala Races, with two years of cancellations, followed by a horse-free event only having built the region’s appetite for a good ol’ country race meet on October 21.

You’ve plenty of weeks to match your shoes to your frock and get out the form guide, but now is the time to get that date in your calendar, with anyone who is anyone set to head out to the Bombala Race Course for the 2023 event.

Once again punters can look forward to a handful of great races on the local course, with bookmakers, a tote van and Sky Channel screenings all adding to the popular country meet.

While the horses are of course a central focus, however, the Bombala Races are also a wonderful social outing, with a big crowd expected to make the most of the high spirited event.

It is hoped that many of these enthusiasts will glam up for the day, with the Fashions on the Field having excellent support from sponsors and entrants alike to ensure all ages can take part.

The marquee will again add a glamorous touch to race day, with seating on offer as well as the choice to simply stand and mingle, while the recent upgrade to the members area is set to be enjoyed.

There will be a barbecue as well as afternoon tea available, and of course the main bar is sure to prove extremely popular.

Throw in some fun for the kids and the excitement of the horses thundering home, and we have a great day on our hands at the Bombala Races on Saturday, October 21.

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Elliot Way re-opens The main road connecting the Snowy Monaro region and Tumbarumba re-opened in August for the first time in 12 months.

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The popular campground has still been accessible from Tumbarumbla.

The Elliot Way was closed after the 2019/20 bushfires but re-opened on November 5, 2021, following the completion of repairs to the fire and storm damaged sites. In midAugust 2022, there was a significant rock fall in a road cutting that made the road impassable.

Significant make safe works have been undertaken. Almost 4,800 square metres of mesh has been installed to protect the site.

National Parks and Wildlife Service had hoped to re-open road by Sepembter 2022 but another rock fall destroyed recently installed concrete barriers, preventing the road opening to motorists.

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ALL ABOARD: The Cooma Monaro Railway Organisation can now run rolling stock within its railway precinct, an exciting step forward.

In one of the most significant steps towards tourist trains returning to the region, the Cooma Monaro Railway has been re-accredited as a rail infrastructure manager and rolling stock operator.

Cooma Monaro Railway acting president Craig Moore said the organisation can progress its plans to run tourist trains between Cooma and north to Snowy Junction.

This important tick of approval signals the commencement of an exciting chapter for the organisation and heritage railway on the Monaro.

“Everyone was very excited when our approval was granted. We can continue or work on returning to tourist trains to the Monaro,” Mr Moore said.

The issuing of the organisation’s accreditation allows rolling stock to be moved within the Cooma railway precinct and for the commencement of repair work on the track between Cooma and Chakola (about 20km north on Cooma).

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Country music stars headed to Peak View crowned the male artisit of the year.

Swift, a former pop-punk guitarist, said he is looking forward to playing in front of a large crowd at Peak View.

“I’m really excited to be joining Amber to play in Peak View.

I love getting out to smaller places in regional and rural Australia,” Swift said.

COUNTRY MUSIC COMES TO PEAK VIEW: Amber Lawrence, live on stage.

The Peak View community believes they are the country music capital of the southeast following confirmation two of the nation’s leading performers will headline a concert on the Monaro later this year.

Two of the biggest names in Australian country music will have Peak View rocking come November when Amber Lawrence brings her Your Town tour to the region.

Amber Lawrence and Andrew Swift will perform at the Peak View hall and fire shed on Saturday November 4, much to the delight of the community.

The duo has enjoyed a successful year after being crowned the Australian country artists of the year. At the Country Music Association of Australia (CMAA) awards in January, Lawrence was announced as the 2023 female artist of the year, and Swift

music star Catherine Britt to play in front of hundreds of fans in Peak View.

The 2022 concert came about through the Peak View Rural Fire Service working with Snowy Monaro Regional Council to host an event to bring the community together following a challenging two-years.

“When Amber asked if I would join her for her Your Town tour and od a double-header in peak View, I jumped at the chance.”

With Lawrence set to return to Peak View, Mrs Barron said it has again been a pleasure to work with one of Australia’s greatest female country artists.

Swift is encouraging locals to grab their tickets quickly, promising the concert is one not to miss.

“Amber is wonderful. She is lovely to deal with and is very supportive of our community,” Mrs Barron said.

“Amber and I are good mates.

It helps performing with your mates. Amber brings a lot of energy to her shows and is a whole lot of fun,” Swift said.

“I didn’t think we would get her back two years in a row, but when I asked if we should apply to host a concert for her Your Town tour, she said we definitely should.

Storytelling is a hallmark of Swift’s music with the Melbourne-based performer described the Country Update magazine as ‘an Australian songwriting heavyweight with a powerfully evocative voice’.

‘Our community is so lucky to have two stars in Amber and Andrew coming to perform.”

2022 was the biggest year of Lawrence’s career.

Julie Barron of Peak View has played a leading role in bringing Lawrence and Swift to the Monaro.

The six-time Golden Guitar winner released ARIA number one country album ‘Living for the Highlights’.

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Cycling around B The very best features of the township of Bombala are now more easily discoverable by bike or on foot thanks to the completion of the Bombala Precinct Trail.

As part of the planning for the Monaro Rail Trail - a shared path linking the villages along the disused rail corridor from Queanbeyan to Bombala – it was envisaged that short local trails could be developed at each village.

“These were intended to provide something at each destination for visitors to explore which in turn might encourage them to stay longer and contribute to the economy,” said Monaro Rail Trails Inc’s Frank Bakker.

“It is expected that most rail trail users will stay in the towns and villages on the way, and would have time and interest in seeing what each place has to offer. And the locals would benefit also.”

These trails are able to be developed separately from the Rail Trail as smaller projects, and the 2021 Boco Rock Community Enhancement Fund Committee awarded $53,859 to MRT for the development of the trail, which encompasses three loops designed to showcase Bombala’s attractions.

“On successfully receiving this grant we set up a small working team of MRT members and community representatives and got started,” Mr Bakker said.

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The Bombala Precinct Trail project has now delivered: • Maps and signage for the cycling and walking trail around Bombala, utilising the existing riverside paths and route to the Bombala town lookout. The precinct trail now also includes a diversion to visit the Railway Station grounds, historic machinery shed and Visitor Information Centre.

• Brochures with maps of the trail for the Visitor Centre to give to visitors.

• Path upgrades at the railway station footbridge, and near the downstream river footbridge. These areas were previously quite degraded and in need of repair.

“We would like to acknowledge considerable support from the staff at Snowy Monaro Regional Council who helped with the planning and design stage and also with the installation of the wayfinding signs. After all the effort that went in it is pleasing to see the results, with the path upgrades now finally being completed.

It is hoped that the community will benefit from and enjoy these works,” Mr Bakker said.

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Sundeck Handicap’s $90k handshake

Ninety-thousand dollars. That’s about how much money has been raised for the Australian Cross Country Ski Team during the 18-year life of the annual and somewhat quirky Sundeck Cup handicap event, held at Perisher each August.

It is, to quote national cross country committee chair, Peter Cunningham, “a lot of money”, thanks largely to the “very generous” support of Cliff Wallis, the owner of the Sundeck Hotel.

“This money goes towards things like wax technicians, transport, coaching and travel, things which otherwise our national athletes would have to fund themselves,” Peter said.

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“Although we have had other fundraisers for the team over the years, the Sundeck Cup has been ongoing for nearly two decades and we are incredibly grateful for Cliff’s initiative in the beginning and his ongoing support.”

The 2023 edition will be held at 11am Wednesday August 10 and Cliff is once again onboard and keen to see a full quota of entries to support Australian cross-country skiers.

National team member Bentley Walker-Broose, a locally born and raised Perisher skier who lives in Cooma and has competed in the event several times, echoes Peter’s sentiments.

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NOSTALGIC: A torchlit image of the Early Settlers Hut by Peter Solness. The much loved building will again feature as part of the Delegate Heritage Weekend beginning on October 27. (Photo: Peter Solness).

The annual Delegate Heritage Weekend is becoming a much loved tradition, and the small community is once again gearing up for a very big weekend on October 27 through to 29.

The real gems of previous Heritage Weekends have been kept and polished by the Delegate Progress Association (DPA) for this year’s enjoyment, and with the 2022 event being such a success, anticipation is high.

While a month of heritage happenings will be taking place across the Snowy Monaro in October, Delegate’s weekend will kick off on Friday, October 27 with the launch of the ANU Art Exhibition at the Borderline Gallery at 5.30pm.

The biggest day of the Heritage Weekend will be the following day, with the Saturday beginning with the launch of a new Natalie Bateman exhibition at the Bundian Way Gallery from 11am.

This will be followed by a light lunch with the Delegate RSL Sub-Branch at their unique and tiny main street hall, with everyone then set to move onto the Delegate School of Arts for the first half of the afternoon.

Here they will enjoy a fascinating display by Murray Vandevere, who has spent several months gathering local

history through interviewing locals.

The DPA reports that Murray has done a fantastic job, and this audio and visual display is set to be one of the highlights of the Heritage Weekend.

at the School of Arts where everyone will reflect on the happy few days, and the Best Period Costume will be judged.

Several other activities may be added between now and the big weekend, with the DPA

excited to again be honouring the history of the small border town, as well as celebrating its bright future, so make sure you join Delegate for its Heritage Weekend on October 27, 28 and 29.

From here it is onto the much loved Early Settlers Hut from 3.30pm, where for a small cost guests can enjoy wine, cheese and nibbles with photographer, Peter Solness, discussing his ‘light painting’ work of the hut (pictured).

The day will conclude with dinner at the Delegate Country Club and a special guest speaker yet to be revealed.

Bookings will be essential.

On Sunday, October 29 at 11am the community will once again enjoy the Blessing of the Flock at the old St Philip’s Church.

This has been a very popular event on previous Heritage Weekends, with the children in particular excited to bring along their many and varied pets - so be sure to get Fido or Felix to church!

If you prefer a more active pursuit, at 11am you can take the bus to Craigie to explore the local area and walk or drive part of the Bundian Way, with Delegate being the only town on this ancient Aboriginal pathway. The weekend will come to a close with a barbecue Sunday lunch

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A campaign promoting non-winter visitation to the Snowy Mountains has won the prestigious ‘Breakthrough Destination of the Year’ category at the Mumbrella Travel Marketing Awards.

The campaign, aptly named, ‘It’s an Altitude Thing,’ was brought to life for Tourism Snowy Mountains by the creative minds at JimJam Ideas and skilfully produced by the crew at Knack Studios.

The strategic teams from marketing agency Destination Marketing Store (DMS) and advertising agency Leonards Advertising were also instrumental in ensuring the campaign’s overall success.

“In order to maximise the limited budget for this campaign, it was essential to take a structured and well-informed approach to reaching and engaging the target audience. Once the research was done and strategy was in place, it was possible to create beautiful and compelling content that influenced key demographics and cut through the noise in a competitive landscape,” said Charlotte Prouse, Director, Destination Marketing Store.

Drawing attention from both industry experts and the public alike, ‘It’s an Altitude Thing’ showcases the unparalleled beauty and unique experiences offered by the Snowy Mountains. Through captivating visuals, immersive storytelling, and a strategic multiplatform approach, the campaign captured the imagination of travellers and positioned the Snowy Mountains as a must-visit destination.

According to Christie Hampton, Marketing and Communications Manager at Tourism Snowy Mountain we are extremely pleased to have taken out this award. Tourism Snowy Mountains is an independent, not for profit organisation run primarily by volunteers. To have achieved this result with such a small budget is outstanding. I am very proud of all elements of the campaign, particularly its authenticity. We showcased real experiences and relied on local talent to tell the story.”

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Jindabyne Yoga Shala closes after nine years After nine years, Jindabyne Yoga Shala will be officially closing the doors to the studio in early November.

The space, used by the Country Women’s Association, had an alchemic transformation into a beautiful yoga studio. The aim was to provide a dedicated space, open every day, for yoga teachers to share their wisdom.

Owner of Jindabyne Yoga Shala, Jane Corben said she has evolved over the nine years and is honoured and privileged to have facilitated transformative experiences for others as well.

“The tradition of yoga that I practice and teach believes that two things, consciousness and energy are the foundation of everything that exists and science says much the same thing, using different language,” Jane said.

“The nature of energy is to move, to change, to transform, to shapeshift and now

classes and in-person studio classes, retreats and trainings at the new lakeside and beachside Bermagui location.

“I will be returning to the mountains each winter, continuing my relationship with Thredbo, and teaching wherever else arises.”

Jane said.

The final swansong for the Shala, is the fifth, 200 hour Tantric Hatha Teacher training.

“If you want to continue the legacy of Tantric Hatha yoga in the Snowy Mountains, here is your opportunity,” Jane said.

“The previous trainings have been very successful and powerful, not to mention the location is ideal.”

Jindabyne Yoga Shala has transformed into Jai Yoga, as my own life has changed.”

The Tantric Hatha Teacher Training begins from October 9 to November 4, if interested in attending the final training before the studio doors close visit www.jaiyoga.com.au or contact hello@jaiyoga.com.au

Jai Yoga is a classical yoga philosophy, with the cycles of time, there is creation, maintenance, then dissolution, so that new structures can be built.

“To the many wonderful teachers that have graced us, huge thank you, there has been some very skilled teachers pass through,” Jane said.

As Jane makes the move from Jindabyne Yoga Shala to Jai Yoga, she plans to continue offering Jai Yoga to the area, via online

“My intention was to provide a space for seasonal yoga teachers to share their wisdom, and that is exactly what has happened.”

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Little market with big dreams next one would be, and after several events we have now decided that Jindabyne really need a reliable market to be added to the region market schedule.”

The Snowy Community Market is the best place to be able to pick up products unique to our special region.

The Snowy Community Market is now going to be a monthly event.

What started as a small idea for an outdoor market featuring local stallholders from across the region has taken on a mind of its own.

The first Snowy Community Market was in November 2022 before popularity launched the markets from only specific dates to now a monthly occurrence.

Market organiser Gemma Gardner from The Wild Gardner thought the town of Jindabyne was lacking an outdoor market setting bringing together visitors and the local community out amongst nature.

Gemma said markets are a reflection of community, a place where people get to know each other, invest in each other and an opportunity for new ideas to get shared.

“We started off because of a lack of opportunity for a range of stallholders to participate locally and decided to do one event, a market and car boot sale, to see if the community really wanted a new market,” Gemma said.

“It was a massive success and I was asked over and over when the

This handmade, hand-grown and hand-me-down community market showcases local talent including Snowy Mountains Eucalyptus Oil Company, Straw Castle Collective, Snowy Cocao, Instinks, Snowy Mill Bakery and much more.

“Some local shops carry products made here but we have the biggest range by far of specialty snowy products sold directly by the person who created it, here is your opportunity to buy local and become a part of our community,” Gemma said.

“I’m absolutely wrapped with the support we had from the people of Jindabyne and surrounding area and I’ve loved seeing people dip their toes into becoming a stallholder for the first time.

“Many new ventures have sprung up because they have a place to try their ideas.”

Meet the makers of these incredible products on the first Sunday of every month, with exception to Berridale’s Spring Fair and the Dalgety Show, from 9am to 1pm located at The Village Church, Jindabyne.

There is a couple of spots left for now and interested stallholders can inquire by contacting snowycommunitymarket@pm.me

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Stars of the future shine at state interschools It has been a bumper week of Interschools action with the Subaru NSW-ACT-Queensland State Championships taking place at Perisher on August 21 through until August 25.

Ten disciplines were held including Alpine, Ski Cross, Moguls, Snowboard GS, Snowboard Cross, Ski Slopestyle, Snowboard Slopestyle, Cross Country Classic, Cross Country Relay as well as the Multiclass event where the Special Olympics also took part.

Over the five days of the event, 1680 students from 250 schools contributed 3760 entries across the range of disciplines.

Students were lucky enough to rub shoulders with Olympians Matt Graham, Abi Harrigan, Cooper Woods, Taylah O’Neill, and

Paralympians Sam Tait and Josh Hanlon who were on hand to see the next generation coming through.

The best of the best were lucky enough to be presented with medals from their heroes, while Graham was one of the moguls judges and Abi Harrigan was putting up the scores in ski slopestyle.

The 2023 NSW / ACT / QLD Overall Championships for categories Primary Co-Ed Champion School and Secondary Co-Ed Champion School went to the highly successful and talented crew at Snowy Mountains Grammar School in Jindabyne.

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Bidgee Lodge. Photo: The Creel State Library of Victoria

Monaro’s proud trout fishing history The amended Fisheries and Oysters Farms Act of 1935 provided for the formation of acclimatisation societies and in 1937, the Monaro District Acclimatisation Society was established.

A decade later, in 1947, a trout advisory committee was formed – of which the local acclimatisation society formed a key component - to advise government on trout acclimatisation and distribution.

In the early years, its main work consisted of the establishment of the Caldwell Hatchery from 1939 to 1950 and the Gaden Hatchery from 1951 until it was taken over

by NSW Fisheries in 1959 at the request of the Society.

Now consisting of 19 branches, the voluntary organisation is primarily concerned with the development and maintenance of freshwater fisheries in the Snowy Monaro region, both for trout as well as native fish.

Also in 1959, the organisation changed its name to the Monaro Acclimatisation Society (MAS) and began to establish branches across the region and beyond.

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The MAS has continued a long and proud history of angler representation since its inception, being a member of the NSW Council of Freshwater Anglers, a Crown Reserve Trustee as well as working with the Recreational Fishing Alliance of NSW on the NSW Angler Access Project which aims to secure Crown Reserves and Crown Roads for the purpose of angler access in NSW. Originally built in 1947, the MAS purchased a fishing cottage on the banks of the Thredbo River in 1967 for $700. As it was going to be submerged by Lake Jindabyne, it was transported to its current location on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River.

The “Bidgee Lodge” would become the centre of activities for The MAS, providing a space for meetings as well as accommodation for visiting anglers.

Alongside an active angling community, it is in large part thanks to the Monaro Acclimatisation society that the Trout fishing scene on the Snowy Monaro continues to thrive, especially in trying recent years, contending with drought, bushfires and more.

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Bombala Bike Show on the horizon

The much loved Bombala Bike Show is set to roar into the region on the weekend of November 17 - and this year it’s full throttle for the 31st event.

The Bombala Motorcycle Association is hard at work preparing a huge show, with the visitors set to start pouring in days before the event itself.

All the excitement of the Bike Show will unfold at the Bombala Exhibition Ground on the Saturday, with the famous Show’n’Shine bike comp being the backbone of the day.

There are 15 categories to enter, which will make for an impressive display of bikes for all to admire from the vintage, rats and classics through to custom, trikes and the overall Best in Show, which could be any of them!

Beyond the bikes on display, there’ll be plenty to see and do at the Bike Show, with the ultra popular Burn Out Comp returning with a huge cash prize pool, while other comps will see prizes for the Best Tattoo, and we’ll even find out which bike is the loudest in the Sound Off Comp.

We can also look forward to some great tunes all through the day, top live bands throughout the evening and heaps of food and refreshments to keep everyone in festival mode.

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There’ll be a tonne of trade stalls coming from near and far to set up, with free camping and firewood for those who want to make a weekend of it, and extras like the BMA Bar, cocktails and merch will make this an event to remember.

“Come and enjoy a big weekend packed with entertainment, good food and good times,” a Bombala Motorcycle Association spokesperson said.

Great sponsorship has come in both from the local community and further afield, with Merimbula’s Grand Matriarch Distilling and the Imperial Hotel Bombala amongst those ensuring a fantastic event.

It’s all in the name of raising funds for a good cause selected by the BMA each year, and tickets are available at the gate for $35, with the under 18s welcomed in for free.

“Help us support a worthy charity, and keep the culture alive and going strong,” the BMA says.

It might seem a while away yet, but get the date down on your calendar now, follow the Bombala Motorcycle Association on Facebook, and start getting keen for November 17 in Bombala.

Sites of Aboriginal significance Curiosity Rocks – Jindabyne

Delegate Reserve

Ngarigo people are the original inhabitants of the lands we know as the Snowy Monaro region. They have an unbreakable connection to the Country and maintain strong spiritual and cultural bonds.

The Delegate Aboriginal Reserve, also known as the Delegate Aboriginal Mission to ‘The Common’, is an area of land formerly gazetted as a NSW Government Aboriginal Reserve.

The declaration of Curiosity Rocks as an Aboriginal Place is in recognition of the cultural, spiritual, and historical significance of the area to the local Aboriginal people, the area is gazetted and protected under the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Act.

It was gazetted in 1892 and revoked in 1957. Prior to being gazetted as an Aboriginal Reserve, the area had been regularly occupied by Aboriginal people.

Curiosity Rocks is significant to Aboriginal culture because it is in sight on Kalkite Mountain and adjacent to a camping area and ceremonial grounds situated along the traditional travel pathways up the Snowy River to the Mt Twynam area.

Camping along the Delegate River was a regular practice for Monaro, Omeo, Bidawal and Maap people who travelled between eastern Gippsland and the Monaro and between the Far South Coast and the Delegate area.

This place is rich in stone resources and sites providing widespread evidence of long occupation and use of the area by the Ngarigo ancestors. The area holds a deep spiritual connection for these ancestors to the Ngarigo lands and waters, the knowledge of which continues to be passed down across generations through the stories of the Elders to the community of today.

Camping locations beside the Delegate River had access to water and a wide variety of plans and animals for food, medicine and tool-making.

The Ngarigo people continue to acknowledge the cultural integrity of this place and the importance of protecting its cultural values for future generations.

After the Delegate Aboriginal Reserve was officially declared in 1892 it was settled at various times by Monaro, Ngarigo, and other Aboriginal people.

Coolamatong – Lambie Gorge Coolamatong is the name given to a Dreaming story about the snake, frog and turtle, which is associated with the local rainmaker spirit ancestor named Dyillagamberra.

The place is important because of its spiritual link to this Dreaming story, and is named after it. The specific details of the sacred Dreaming story are secret and known only by a privileged few. However, it is widely known that Aboriginal people value Coolamatong Aboriginal Place as the site of the birthing of a Dreaming story.

Coolamatong was a traditional campsite for Ngarigo Aborignal people well before the arrival of Europeans in the area. The site’s spiritual nature made it an important meeting and ceremonial place.

Aboriginal people gathered here for ceremonies, to tell stories, and to teach younger generations about the Dreaming stories and spiritual value of the place. Evidence of the old campsite can be found in the many artefacts on the site.

In addition, the area of the former reserve is in sight of Delegate Mountain, a significant landmark in the Ngarigo landscape.

As the reserve did not operate as a mission station, there was no supervision of settlement residents and people were free to travel and take any available work (for example, as stockmen, brumby musterers, and housekeepers). After people left the reserve in the 1950s, the houses slowly deteriorated.

Aboriginal people today continue to visit and use the former reserve to maintain their social and cultural connection with the landscape and to pass on knowledge of its culture and history.

They share creation (Dreaming) stories and cultural practices and they value local fauna and flora species and minerals for their association with past cultural practices and ceremonies. The former reserve is regarded as a place where spiritual and cultural values link people with ancestors.

Information courtesy of the information booklet ‘Ngarigo People, Ngarigo Country’.

Booklets provide detailed information of the Ngarigo People’s connect to the Snowy Monaro region. The booklets are available in the region’s visitor centres.

Today, Coolamatong Aboriginal Place is visited by local Aboriginal people to maintain their connection to the area, and to pass on knowledge of its significance to younger generations.

Coolamatong is used as a place to share knowledge; a place where children are taught about Aboriginal culture and Coolamatong’s cultural significance.

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Studio potter Andrei Davidoff calls Jindabyne home The road to pottery wasn’t without its twists and turns for Andrei Davidoff.

degree allowed him to set up a pottery studio in Melbourne.

“I was a few years into a double degree in Chemical Engineering and Commerce in Sydney before realising I had started down the wrong track.”

Soon after, the competitive and constantly innovating restaurant industry came knocking.

A sabbatical right here in the SnowyMonaro saw him split his time between ski patrol duties and off-grid living. He was staying with a potter on a rural property, and it seemed only right to offer to help around the studio. Eventually he found he was keen to get behind the wheel and learn too.

“Pottery had a lot of positives for me. It’s process driven and there’s the natural materials. Beyond that you are looking at design and functionality.”

Did it come easily for him? Andrei considers the question as he sits at the wheel, turning the underside of a bone-dry unfired bowl to finish it.

“Ceramics isn’t easy for anyone,” he eventually says, “We all put in the hours to get to where we are. It’s not just about doing, but also about finding inspiration in the history of the medium.” Failure is part and parcel of the process. There are myriad ways that something can go wrong from making to firing - lasting as a potter is walking from one failure to the next without any loss of enthusiasm.

That’s not to say that there haven’t been any lucky breaks (excuse the pun) for Andrei. An Australia Council early career grant just as he was finishing his arts

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“Chefs were suddenly foraging for herbs, looking into small, local food producers, sourcing native food. They wanted integrity in the food but also to create a story, an experience to dining. It didn’t make sense to serve their vision on a white massproduced plate.”

Jardan Furniture, who have been making made-to-order, Australian handmade furniture since the ‘80s, was one of the early champions of Andrei’s work. The partnership has endured for over a decade.

Andrei’s practice as an artist has always existed alongside the commercial side of his vocation.

Over the years he has exhibited work all over the country, including craft mecca Jam Factory in Adelaide, Stockroom in Kyneton (Victoria), and had a residency at Sydney’s historic Vaucluse House where he transformed William Wentworth’s mansion with dozens of ceramic pieces that responded to the many moods of the house.

Having relocated to the hills outside Jindabyne and built Feldmark Pottery, he is now taking cues from botanicals and the surrounding landscape. “I’ve been incorporating local material into the work, including clay we found in Dalgety.”

Opening a pottery to the public has also allowed him to continue his teaching.

In Studio with Andrei Davidoff

“I am interested in building a community of potters, whether it is students, hobbyists or seasoned potters, it’s about developing an appreciation of the handmade and for craft”.

Andrei teaches four term classes a week, as well as ceramic taster classes on weekends, playfully dubbed Clay and Graze (local produce and wine comes as part of the package).

On coming full circle back to the Snowies where he started ceramics, Andrei beams positivity, “You can live a much more natural, rounded life here, combining work and outdoor activities.”

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LAOKO operates a 24/7 emergency helpline – 02 6456 1313.

If you come across injured or orphaned wildlife needing assistance, follow these simple steps:

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1. Check your safety first.

2. Be aware of traffic or other hazards.

3. Call LAOKO on 02 6456 1313 for advice/assistance.

4. If you can, wait near the animal until help arrives.

All injured and orphaned wildlife in the Snowy Monaro region must be rescued by, or delivered to Snowy Mountains Wildlife Rescue (LAOKO) for immediate assistance.

If you’re able to transport the animal to LAOKO’s triage clinic drop off point, here are some ways to keep the animal safe: 1. Approach the animal from behind, slowly and calmly.

2. Cover the whole animal with a blanket or towel.

3. Have a box ready so you can scoop the towel and animal up together and place in the box. Secure the lid of the box.

4. Place the box in a safe area in your car – the passenger seat floor or secured by a seat belt on the back seat is good.

5. Transport the animal to the drop off point specified by our emergency phone volunteer.

If you already have the injured or orphaned animal secure, and you’ve called LAOKO, you’ll be asked to drop the animal off to a specified drop off point.

COOMA – LAOKO’s Cooma drop off point is at their triage clinic located at: Cooma Snowy Mountains Tourist Park, 286 Sharp St, Cooma NSW 2630 JINDABYNE – Snowy Region Visitor Centre, National Parks and Wildlife Service, building 49 Kosciuszko Rd, Jindabyne NSW 2627 Please visit LAOKO’s website www.laokosmwr.org (or scan the QR code) to find out how you can donate and help Snowy Mountains native wildlife.

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Packing more power and more capability, and boasting enhanced luxury and technology.

A brand new 3.3L twin-turbo V6 diesel engine delivering 227kW and 700Nm, this is the most powerful diesel LandCruiser yet.

All new design that refines the LandCruiser look while remaining tough inside and out.

State-of-the-art technology focused on intelligent safety and enhanced connectivity.

New levels of functional luxury mean even the most rugged journeys are smoothed out.

4WD power

10 speed transmission and LSD

Off-road technology

The LandCruiser 300 sports a brand new 3.3L Twin-Turbo V6 Diesel engine. Producing more diesel power than ever before it puts down an impressive 227kW and 700Nm while lowering CO2 emissions from the previous two generations. Combined with a world class 4WD system for a braked towing capacity of 3500kg.

All that power is transferred to the wheels via a brand new 10-speed automatic transmission designed to enhance driving performance, fuel efficiency, and quietness. In the Sahara ZX a Rear Torque Sensing Limited Slip Differential (LSD) means power is smooth and constant.

Available on GXL and above, Multi Terrain Select with a new Automatic Mode was tuned for Australian conditions and uses advanced algorithms to adjust brake hydraulic pressure, driving force, and suspension systems. This helps your LandCruiser find the best traction on a range of surfaces and conditions Exclusive to the GR Sport, E-KDSS (Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System) responds to real time conditions, engaging stabilisers during on road cornering and freeing movement for rugged off-roading.

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COTTRELL TOYOTA

66-70 Sharp Street, Cooma T: 02 6452 1077 MD 34504 coomatoyota.com.au

170 Maybe Street, Bombala T: 02 6458 3341 MD 34504 cottrelltoyota.com.au

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