This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 12 July 2019 by thisweek

Jake from Melbourne enjoying his time in the air. Pic - Tim @ Top Shots. What a fabulous bunch we are at the Falls Creek Race Club. Pic - Mike @ Top Shots.

RACE CLUB NEWS

The Auction

Saturday 6 July saw the Race Club hold our annual major fundraiser for the year, with the Auction held in the QT Boardroom. With loud and silent auctions being enthusiastically embraced by attendees, everyone had an excellent night. Sadly we missed our Club brains trust and life member Noelene Lee who was wasn’t able to attend, but we gave it a good hard nudge anyway!

Some honourable mentions must go to:

• Noelene Lee managing to bid (via son Steve) for six items despite her absence!

• Bob Morgan taking out top place as this year’s biggest bidder with a total take home of seven auction items.

• My husband Ronan Pringle and I combining our efforts as a couple to match Bob’s total with seven auction items (one of which is quite sparkly!).

• Steve Lee surprising the crowd and auctioning from both ends of the room in an effort to get people to stop talking!

Thank you to all 120 people who attended on the night. We so appreciate your support

and could not put on the event without people to buy the donations!

Thank you to Barry Iddles once again for providing his delicious food which keep us all from teetering too far over the boozy edge, and to Life Member Steve Lee for once again acting as our Auctioneer for the night and doing a masterful job at corralling the crowd when they got rowdy and distracted by their own gossip!

And lastly, thank you to the following donors who provided products or vouchers to the club to auction off. We could not do this without you and your support is greatly appreciated.

Altitude Physiotherapy & Massage Falls Creek; Attunga Lodge & Apartments; Aussie Skier; Barry Iddles @Sorrento Catering (Elk Restaurant); Birdsnest Online (the shopping mecca from Cooma); Bumps; Central Snowsports; Chorki Ski Club; Dicky Knees and Blue Brumby Cafes, Falls Creek; Dr Caroline Dowling; Elk@Falls; EMC at Snowski; Established Tree Transplanters; Falls Creek Coach Service; Falls Creek Hotel; Falls Creek Resort Management; Falls Creek Ski Lifts; Falls Creek Snowmobile Tours; Feathertop

OPENING HOURS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

12noon – 4pm Tuesday to Sunday

Volunteers Needed Ph: Margy 03 5758 1200

Panabode Building, Slalom Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: E4. Look for the Harvey Kat.

Alpine Lodge; Felicity Gould; FoodWorks Falls Creek; Gina Schoff; Halley’s Ski Hire; Isola Chianina; Leanne Howard; Lido Cinemas, Hawthorn; Lucy Liu; Milch Café & Bar; Molonys Ski Shop; Mountain Film On Tour - Aspire Outdoor; Mt Buffalo Hazelnuts Farm Stay; Nelse Alpine Lodge; Ortho Ski; Paul Bram; Peak Nutritionals; Quest Orange; Rapunzels; Red Cow Cheeses; Refined Health Myopathy, Carlton; Remote Equipment Repairs; Ronan Pringle; Roof Carrier Systems; Sara Shaw; Ski Plus; Skiing with Steve Lee; Skindepth Dermatology; Smidge Wines; Summit Ridge Lodge; The Fiddes Group; Tiger & Coco; Top Shots Photography; Traverse Alpine Group; White Room Tours; Yogi’s Ski Hire; Zirky Real Estate.

We are still counting our cash and reconciling our receipts, but we’ll let you know the total amount fundraised in the coming weeks.

The other Race Club event that happened on Saturday the 7th was the Junior Agility Series, this being the first racing event for the season. While it was a proper race, the focus was less on competition and more on the kids focusing on their skills and getting used to the race environment. It also gave some kids their first taste of medal metal for the season. The race results are as follows…

Visitor Information Centre

The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located in the Resort Management Office, up stairs on the corner of Slalom Street and Bogong High Plains Road. Open 8am – 5pm daily for Visitor Information and Gym Memberships. Ph: 03 5758 1202. (Map Ref: E4)

Resort Entry

Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4km before reaching Falls Creek. Day and Night passes are $56.50 on arrival per day, (or $51.50 on line). If arriving after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same day, entry is free. Visitors over 65 years of age receive a discount.

Season Passes are available at $555 (or $475 on line).

An ‘All Resorts’ permit, valid at all Victorian Snow Resorts is available for $787.00. Enquire at the Visitor Information Centre desk.

Resort Entry Fees fund the essential services of: • Ski patrol • Car Parking • Snow Clearing

Resort Entry Tickets may also be purchased on-line at www.fallscreek.com.au

Child Care – Hours & Rates

Falls Creek Child Care is located in the St Falls complex, at the base of the Halley’s Comet chairlift – open from 8:30am to 5pm, seven days a week for children from 12 weeks to five years old.

Hours & Rates

Morning: 8:30am – 12:30pm $90

Afternoon: 1:30pm – 5pm $75

Full Day: 8:30am – 5pm $135 Bookings are strongly recommended as places are limited. Make your booking at: www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.

Accommodation Transfer Service

Operating from the Terminal Building on the Bogong High Plains Road, the Accommodatin Transfer Service will move you, your family and your luggage comfortably to your lodge or apartment.

Hours of Operation

Mon – Thurs & Sat: 8am –

RACE CLUB NEWS

Congratulations to all of the 91 young athletes who took part in the event. Without other skiers or borders to compete with, how can anyone win. So well done to all.

And just like that we are coming up to the Rossignol Cup, Cranky Charlie & Board Lounge Throwdown Races on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th. Good luck to everyone who is competing! Have a great day out there. •

Cheers, Nyree Fiddes - Falls Creek Race Club

Adventure your way with Falls Creek Snowsports School!

Our Falls Creek Snowsports School offers an extensive variety of ski and snowboard programs, catering to children and adults of all abilities. We’re here to drive your passion for snowsports, develop your skills and get the most out of your on-snow experience!

Paw Patrol Snowclub (3 - 5 years)

Full & half day programs – see your child’s love of skiing grow as their skills progress! Specialised lessons include professional full-time staff, full day or half day options, delicious lunchtime meals, progress cards and all in a word class learning environment. A favourite of the Nickelodeon Paw Patrol puppies!

• Full day: 09:15am – 2:50pm • Half day: 9:15am – 1:00pm

• PM lesson only: 1:15pm – 2:50pm

Registration from 09:15am and 1:15pm, with lessons commencing at 10:00am and 1:30pm.

Junior Workshop (6 – 14 years)

Full day programs – book your child in for a full day of adventure and watch as they learn to master skiing or snowboarding! Specialised lessons include constant supervision, full day lessons, delicious lunchtime meals and progress cards.

Full day: 09:30am – 2:50pm. Registration from 09:30am, with lessons commencing at 10:00am.

Ride Tribe (13 – 17 years)

This year, our full day ride tribe program will commence at blue level and up. This dedicated teen program is designed to further develop the skills and confident of our teenage skiers and snowboarders. High-end Ride Tribe groups will hit

the parks, freeride the mountain and most importantly, have a tonne of fun with other ripping teenagers. The program includes constant supervision, full day lessons and delicious lunchtime meals. Full day: 09:30am – 2:50pm

Registration from 09:30am, with lessons commencing at 10:00am.

Adult Programs (15+)

Develop your skiing or snowboarding skills in our group lessons, designed to cater for adults of all ability levels. NEW FOR 2019. Adult group lesson start at 10:00am

The AM Group Lesson features extended sessions and is available daily from 10:00am – 12:30pm.

The PM Super Session guarantees a maximum of five participants and is available daily from 1:30pm – 2:50pm. Enquire about our number of speciality programs, including our Mim Sodergren Women’s Program!

Brand new to snowsports?

If you have never skied or snowboarded before, the Falls Creek Learn to Ski or Learn to Board lessons are for you. With a group lesson in either the morning or afternoon, plus exclusive all-day access to the Halley’s Comet, Mousetrap, Boardwalk and Drover’s Chair beginner lifts, you will find your skills developing in no time! Lessons are available for adults and children and commence at 10:00am and 1:00pm daily.

New for 2019 -

Adult LEARN TO SKI “ALL DAY”

As a first timer, we want your experience to be as comfortable as possible. Join our Full Day First Timer program and enjoy the guidance and support of your instructor all day, and even over lunch. Get past your second session in the afternoon, and really get moving within Falls Creek’s world class beginner terrain.

Private Lessons

For the ultimate in personalised instruction, you can’t go past a private lesson. Receive expert, individualised instruction in a session specially designed to cater to your individual needs and preferences. Advance bookings are essential, so get in quick! For all advance lesson bookings and enquiries, please email snowsports@fallscreek.net.

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Nina Pischetsrieder competing in U12 Ski Junior Agility Race last week. Pic – Mike @ Top Shots

Fingers Crossed for Freshies

With the current snow depth below the 30 year average I thought I’d look back at the last 30 years of ski patrol snow depth records for a little short term perspective. Then, to get an historic context, go a little further back to the 1930s when the SEC used to take measurements on the high plains and thereby help to determine how regular an occurrence these miserly starts to the season have been.

In the last five years, 2015 and 2017 both looked alarmingly like the current chart. But as we know, 2017 was a ripper with skiing in resort and across the high plains occurring well into November! Going back 30 years, one third of the seasons have started with less than average falls. With 2015, 2006, 2001, 1997 and 1991 being the most challenging.

If you’re interested in what a detailed history of snowfall looks like at Falls Creek, head to the Falls Creek Museum (look for the flags when they’re open), located just next to Halley’s Comet lift in Slalom Plaza. It is a fantastic little gem, packed, literally to and hanging from the rafters, with detailed displays of the resort history. It’s worth a trip, there are interactive video’s, cabinets packed with memorabilia,

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an Olympians display and 70 plus years of Falls Creeks heritage. It’s staffed by local volunteers, and if you’re lucky, Noelene Lee, matriarch of the Lee family and Attunga Lodge (just celebrated 50 years of operating), will be on duty. Noels is a living treasure and walking historical almanac of Falls Creek. Got a question, she’ll have the answer, or know someone who does!

Another of the treasures, is a donation from The Spargo Family (Falls Creek Hotel fame) and is a chart of SEC recordings for snow fall. It graphically represents the period from 1936 to 1990 where up to 120 snow poles based 100 feet apart, placed on the Rocky Valley gauging line from Wallace’s Hut to Rocky Valley Camp, measured every single snow fall event. What it demonstrates is that

miserly starts aren’t a new phenomenon, but a part of the unpredictability of the alps.

The charts go all the way up to 1990, where our current source of recordings is calibrated to. There have been some absolute cracker years, 1964 and 1981 are the clear standouts. Catch any local and they’ll recount their stories of having to handshovel tunnels to access lodges and the daily digging out of bull wheels in the village bowl. But the real certainty from the charts is that predicting how much snow will fall and when, has the same odds as pretty much any random walk theory. It’s unpredictable!

So, as I watch the ever changing predictions for the next 15 days, I can say with some certainty, it will snow. How much? Well in my opinion, it’s never enough, regardless of

a quick look at

averages –

fingers crossed, we’ll have a good one. Chart – Courtesy Falls Creek Ski Patrol

where you ski, more is always better…

With any luck, a taste of some freshies and a few powder stashes will be found in wind drifts and gullies (ie. Corkscrew, just below Monkey Bar and for the more adventurous St. Elmo’s Slide over in Ruined Castle never disappoints after a good dumping). Fingers, eyes, arms and legs crossed.

Foodie Tip of the Week: Falls Creek Hotel is another of the resort’s well known and historic establishments. Famous for the contribution its founders made to the resort and their renowned hospitality, ‘Happy Harvey Hour’ (Tues & Thurs) and its deck and restaurant views of the Summit. Any day is a great day to have lunch up there. If you’re lucky enough to be staying there, ‘dinner, bed and breakfast’ is included with the views. However, on sunny days its après heaven on the deck and just as inviting inside with the views for anyone looking for a bite to eat. The lunch menu, available from 12-2pm hits the spot. The Chicken Parmi and the Steak Sandwich are staples for me. Another bonus is the live music in the background, adding to the après vibe and a strong tradition in any ski town. www. fallscreekhotel.com.au, lunch bookings are essential: 03 5758 3282.

Now get out there and find those stashes… •

TIPS FOR SNOW DRIVING

NEVER Use Cruise Control- You’ll need extra vigilance and extra control when it comes to driving in the snow. Not only do you need to adjust your speed more frequently when driving in the snow, you’ll also need much more control over steering, even if you’re driving on a straight road. Never use cruise control when driving in the snow. Ever.

Wednesdays: $25 Steak Night Milch is back Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cocktail Hour Daily 4pm - 5pm Mondays: $20 burger night Plus TRIVIA Tuesdays: Kids eat dinner free (w purchase 1 for 1 of main meal)

Dinner Available from 5pm Ph: 03 5758 3407 Bookings Recommended

Best regional chef NZ 2016, 2017 Ambassador Chef 2017 and runner up to master of fine cuisine 2016 & 2017. Come and visit us and sample Daniel’s tantalising menu.

FEATHERTOP WELCOMES AWARD WINNING CHEF DANIEL HILL FOR 2019.

Phone 03 5758 3232 for bookings 14 Parallel St, Falls Creek Map Ref: GH2

Complimentary pick up from your accommodation.

We can still have fun no matter how much snow. Pic – Tim @ Top Shots

DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA

Last Weekend’s DSR Camp

Disability Sport and Recreation (DSR) held their winter camp at Falls Creek last weekend with DWA hosting the camp and supplying on and off snow support and guides. All up our local DWA team hosted 28 people including eight participants (aged between 8 and 17), 13 volunteer Guides and seven carers/support staff.

The new snow entrance ramp to Halley’s Comet assisted greatly with an easier access (for DWA participants) and less disruption to the public and Ski School queue meant loading became much more efficient.

On Saturday and Sunday there were four sit skis on the mountain with the

DSR participants smiling and laughing. Mother Nature and Falls Creek managed to produce the snow and the DSR Camp were here to utilise it. Alexander on a sit-ski could be seen coming off multiple chair rides a sit-ski with Jeff and Stephanie giving a thumbs up at every unload.

DSR participants are all children who, like able-bodied skiers and snowboarders, must adapt to the terrain, weather and equipment they ride on, never complaining - just enjoying the moment.

Elise last year gave DWA a quote “I was extremely sporty previously, before my injury and now I am able to find other things I can do again – that is really amazing. Today I just I loved it” Elise continued that theme from last year by progressing from a bi-ski to a new mono ski (donated by a DWA patron) with DWA Guides tethering, blocking and turn shape assistance down Mouse trap. As the afternoon unfolded we all realised that this

was only the start of a wondrous journey for Elise.

The other participants, four sit-skiers, two snow boarders and three skiers were continually moving around the mountain with the assistance from DWA Guides and enjoying the day.

DWA assist with adaptive on-snow involvement with experienced guides and planned improvement for all participants in all camps throughout the winter season. The camps are continually growing with 10 more to be completed this season and more are expected and planned for next winter. Falls Creek Resort management with DWA also provide week day support services to all DWA members.

The World Health Organization states that 15% of the world’s population experiences some form of disability. We must all remember - as DSR states “Health is a basic human right. Everything we do is to help Victorians with disability live happier, more active lives. Let’s all get behind them and do it!”

If there is any information you would like on DWA contact info@disabledwintersport. com.au.

DWA CAMPS: kpayne@ disabledwintersport.com.au. DWA Midweek: Phull@disabledwintersport. com.au. Or visit the website: www. disabledwintersport.com.au. • Ken Payne

Jeff and Alex giving a big ‘thumbs up’ coming off Drovers Lift for another run! Pic – Courtesy DWA

My Boots Are Too Big

They say you shouldn’t try so hard to fit in, but with ski boots it can be worth the effort to get them to fit right. It sounds like a ruse, but boots that are too big can lead to more pain in the foot muscles and toes than one that are too tight. Too big means a size or more too big. This may only be 10mm too big, but it can make a huge difference, given that ski boots are fitted by the millimetre.

People mostly end up in boots that are too large because they have one issue that is difficult to accommodate in the right size, so they’re just shoved into a bucket – it’s the easy way out. Their issue might be a high and bony instep, bunions or big calves.

One of the noticeable signs that a boot is too big is when the skier is able to stand straight up in their boot. Rolling the whole foot around inside the boot is another really clear sign, as is sliding around in the boot and excessive moving at the top of the boot.

A sneakier sign that a boot is too big is when the ankles hurt. This isn’t necessarily from too much constant pressure on the ankle bones, it’s often from the ankle moving around too much in the heel pockets and banging the bones on the side of the boot. It can feel like someone’s taken a hammer to your ankle after a day of sliding.

The same can happen with sore toes – the foot sliding back and forth can cause bruised toes and lost nails all because the foot is hitting the end.

But one of the most painful signs of a boot that’s too big is pain at the top of the shins. Banging back and forth every time you lean

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forward to start a turn. Shin bang baby, it will stop you in your carving tracks.

Technique issues that arise from a boot that’s too big can be seen in A-framing (where the knees almost touch when turning), leaning back and difficulty getting clean edges.

Going up a size can be seen as an easy fix to accommodate a difficult or problematic foot and take the “fit it in” approach rather than actually fitting the boot correctly. This leaves the rest of the boot being too big and the above issues ensue. Quite often these big boots are difficult, if not impossible, to modify enough to make the skier comfortable.

Avoiding ending up in the wrong size is as easy as having a full biomechanical assessment done before buying a new boot. This captures any issues and allows for a plan to be made to accommodate issues and the correct boot chosen from the beginning.

So next time you’re going skiing, if you’re swimming in your boots, just remember that a

is not

The correct boot is one which will allow the right modifications to be made.

bucket

the answer. • Krista Sturday, Ski Podiatrist at Ortho Ski

Boots that are too big will be a problem. Pic – Courtesy Ortho Ski

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9 Parallel Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: I2

CROSS COUNTRY NEWS

Returning Home from Alaska

In this week’s This Week article (I always wanted to say that) we talk to another seasoned local Casey Wright. Some you may already know Casey, as she has been coming to Falls Creek to ski for the last… years. Let’s just say, since she was very little. She has just arrived back from four years skiing at an American College! Literally just come back, and I’m sure she has lots of stories and interesting things for us to hear about!

I caught up with Casey this week to have a yarn.

Celebrating our new head chef and continuing to bring modern cuisine with an Eastern flair!

Partnering great food with an extensive wine list, we still offer our traditional favourites like duck, aged eye fillet, pork belly and barramundi. Plenty of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options with delicious sourdough bread and a full children’s menu. Bar open from 4pm and Restaurant open daily for dinner from 5:30pm.

Roaring log fire and stone hearth – come and enjoy an after dinner port or fortified in our comfy couches in front of the fire.

TWIFC: “Hello Casey, welcome back to Australia, how are you mentally?”

CASEY: “Mentally…? Umm, well I think I am still good. Who knows, everyone says Alaskan’s are a bit of a special breed, but I don’t think they are too different to Australian’s. Putting that aside, I am really good. I am stoked to be back home and back in ‘winter’ at Falls. Fingers crossed the snow arrives soon!”

TWIFC: “What College did you go to and what was your team?”

CASEY: “I went to UAA, or the University of Alaska Anchorage. There I represented the Seawolves. I’m still not quite sure what a Seawolf is, but thankfully I didn’t need to change my wardrobe too much as my team colours were green and gold. Man, I love those colours…!”

TWIFC: “Why did you want to go and ski in America?”

CASEY: “When I was moving from the

junior age category to U23/ seniors, I was really looking for an opportunity to help me take my skiing to the next level. After sitting down and writing a list of what I needed for this to happen, skiing for an American College Team ticked all of the boxes. After writing to a number of college coaches, I initially got little to no replies and I gave up on the idea of skiing there. However, the stars aligned and a spot became available for me in Alaska. So, I packed my ski bag and a duffle and migrated north.”

TWIFC: “Would you recommend it to young skiers?”

CASEY: “Absolutely! It was a fantastic experience and one that I would do over again if I got the opportunity. In saying that it’s not easy, but if you really want to do it, you will not be disappointed.”

TWIFC: “What was the highlight of your skiing whilst being over in Alaska?”

CASEY: “One of my fondest highlights was actually my last race as a Seawolf. After finally finding some form about half way through last season (2018/2019 Northern Winter), I managed to qualify for the National Championships (only three males and females are selected from each team). During my freshman year (first year) I had set myself of the goal of achieving ‘All American’ status in skiing. This is awarded to the top 10 finishes at the NCAA National Championships. So, in my final race as a Seawolf, I finished 10th in the 5km Skate at the National Champs in Stowe, Vermont. It was a very sweet note to end my college career on.”

TWIFC: “What was your highlight in general over there?”

CASEY: “While there were more highlights that I can even comprehend, getting introduced to the world of backcountry

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skiing has been a night highlight. It has allowed me to combine my love of the mountains, with skiing ad getting my adrenaline fix.”

TWIFC: “Did you have cool team mates and where were they from?”

CASEY: “I was a part of an awesome team. Skiing on the college circuit works a little different to the rest of the skiing world. While we compete individually, we are also racing for team points. The better your finishing place, the more points you get. On top of this, Alpine skiing and XC skiing compete as one team. So, my team was actually made up of both Alpine and XC skiers. We came from all over the place. From the US side of things, I had team mates from Minnesota, Colorado, California, Vermont and Alaska. We also had a bunch of internationals, like myself. People came from Estonia, Latvia, Switzerland, France, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Germany, Italy, and bunch from Canada. It was a fantastic group of people to share my experience of college, skiing and living in Alaska with.”

TWIFC: “How good is Alaska?”

CASEY: “The fact that you are asking this question, I think provides the answer. Mountains, check. Amazing skiing from your front door, check. The opportunity to ski in 90cm of Champaign powder that fell the night before, check. 24hrs of sunlight, check (in Summer). More beautiful views that you can ever imagine, check. Mountains, check again! Honestly, I loved my time there and Alaska will always have a special place in my heart. If you ever get the opportunity, go!”

TWIFC: “Have you ever been attacked by a moose or bear?”

CASEY: “Not physically attacked, but I have had some close encounters. Thankfully, I didn’t see any bears too close

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up, well at least that I was aware of, but I did get charged by my fair share of moose. Male moose are quite aggressive during the rutt (mating season during fall, September and October), and mothers are very protective of their babies (during the spring and summer, May to August). In terms of Alaska wildlife, my coolest encounter was with a wild mountain goat, who walked right up to touching distance while I was hiking. They like their solitude, so just seeing one is usually a big highlight. Getting that close to one, is almost unheard of.”

Snow Report

The snow has begun to fall and in great numbers! That means in the short term (this weekend, whilst the groomers will be heading out managing the influx, the snow will be heavy and slow going. For the long term though, by Sunday, most trails around the bowl, Sun Valley and out to Watchbed area should be prepared and would be great skiing so be sure to get ready! For up to date grooming reports, check out the Falls Creek website in ‘snow report.’ •

J.B.’S

Casey Wright with a backdrop of her fabulous Alaskan Mountians. Pic – Courtesy Casey

Casey competing in the NCAA Championships. Pic – Jackie Schneider – Courtesy of Casey

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XC Racing

This weekend at Falls Creek two enjoyable days of Cross Country ski racing are planned with the Snow Trek & Travel High Plains Tour on Saturday 13 July and the YMCA Howman’s Gap Victorian Relays on Sunday 14 July. These fun races are great preparation for later races in the season. They are run by Howman’s Gap Allstars Ski Club Inc (HGA) for Ski Cross Country Victoria.

The Snow Trek & Travel High Plains Tour is freestyle, offering course distances of 2.5, 5 and 10 km, as well as a 1 km fun event to encourage participation by skiers of any age to have a try of going around an easy race course. HGA races are well known for lots of spot prizes as well as age category prizes.

The YMCA Howman’s Gap Victorian Relays of 2.5kms and 5kms are for three person teams (one classic and 2 freestyle skiers). It is fun to ski in a team, encourage your team mates and challenge other teams. Any three people can form a team. There is no age, club membership nor single sex requirement (except if you want to be eligible for a Championship certificate).

It is fun to ski in a team , encourage your team mates and challenge other teams.

New f or 2019 - skiers re presenting schools are being encouraged to participate in both the “Tour” and the Relay events. The races can be used as “trials” for team selection and, help prepare for school’s competitions later in the season. Both children and adults representing a school will be recognised in a separate results list.

Everyone who enters, pays the entry fee and completes a race will be eligible to win one of the many spot prizes.

All the races are scheduled to start at 11am, with the exception of Saturday’s 1km fun event which will start at 12 noon. It will only cost $5 to enter the 1km event. Race entry fees for all the other races are also low cost and are still the same entry fees as they were in 2012. Entries will be taken in the Windy Corner Day Shelter between 9 and 10am on race day, but anyone racing in the Snow Trek & Travel High Plains Tour is encouraged to please pre-register online at http://www.dbstrategies.com. au/hga_races/ up to 8.00pm this Friday 12/7/19. Further details from Len Budge Mb: 0417 352 845. •

The Snowball

Escape the cold with a hot night out at the Midwinter Snowball! Back for its fourth year, the Midwinter Snowball is a black tie cocktail style fundraising event which will be held on July 27th at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. The evening features live music, canapes and a bar which of course showcases some quality bubbly. “It’s a really great opportunity to gather a group of friends, dress up and have a fun night out,” said President Jodi Mann. “The Snowball is a little more relaxed than a traditional ball, as there are no set tables and no need to bring a partner - you can lounge around with friends, chat at the

Ben Derrick working hard on a fabulous snowcovered High Plains in the relay for the Wangaratta Ski Club team. Pic – Courtesy Len Budge

Enjoy the fun at the Snow Ball. Pic - Photo booth.

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There’s a wattle blooming every day, somewhere in our land, From the misty alpine passes to the burning desert sand.

bar, or just dance the night away.” One of the big hits from 2018, the photo booth, will be back in 2019 for plenty of fun (and funny) pics to immortalise the occasion.

From the Eastern coastal fringes where the wattle grows the best,

To the lonely rugged gorges of the Kimberley out West.

Each year the Midwinter Snowball has a theme, and in 2019 it is Glitz and Glamour so bring out the formal wear (or visit the Op Shop for shiny glittery bargains). Tickets are available on Eventbrite and at Wonderland Emporium in Tawonga South.

Snug and safe from mankind and aerial marauders.

Sprigs of wattle went along when Aussies left for war,

To the poppy-fields of Flanders, beneath the cannons’ roar.

The Diggers kept the wattle close --- those brave and hardened men,

This year there is a little movement on the organising committee, and a couple of positions have opened up for someone who may be ready to act in a coordinating role. The task is perfect for anyone who has an interest in community events and can keep lists and send emails, and who would enjoy working with a small and very friendly group of locals in the lead up to the event.

The wattle is our symbol, and a hundred years before Henry Lawson wrote of the shearers’ strikes he saw---

“We’ll make the tyrants feel the sting o’ those that they would throttle, They needn’t say the fault is ours if blood should stain the wattle.”

The Midwinter Snowball is presented by the Champagne Club Kiewa Valley, a charitable association which aims to hold fun events to raise funds to support people and groups in the local area. Recent assistance provided includes financial support to the Something About Hugo Foundation (supporting literacy for young children) and to our local Emergency Relief service. This event is also supported by Alpine Shire. •

Of all the native trees the wattle wins the test, For it blooms in golden trusses and the wild birds make their nest.

Opportunity to Join a Vibrant Team

High up in the canopy, well in from the borders,

Most of our readers will be well aware of the Kangaroo Hoppet cross country ski race that brings skiers from around the world to Falls Creek towards the end of August (this year the 24th Augusts). The Hoppet is Australia’s premier international ski event and one of the biggest days on our annual calendar.

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And the wattle was their talisman, to get back home again.

Australians love the wattle, and the mighty river gums,

That grow up on the Murray, and no matter what fate comes,

No matter where we travel, no matter where we roam

It’s the Wattle and the Redgum that draw our hearts back home.

Committee positions that have opened up this year are for ‘Volunteer Coordinator’ and ‘Drink Station volunteers coordinator.’ In both cases the task is to maintain a list of personnel who will volunteer on the day and communicate with them and the rest of the committee as the event approaches. So if you would like the opportunity to join this dynamic little committee and be part of something big, please contact Ben Derrick at benderrick@fallscreek.com.au. •

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8am

The scenery is superb, but you’ve got bigger things to worry about - like the cost of this thing they’re about to load you in to. “It’s OK; I’ve got Victorian Ambulance cover” Pic - Courtesy Ambulance Victoria.

ATHAIRXSHELL

Over almost three decades, our Hoppet has been enjoyed by thousands of locals and internationals alike. It is a great way to end the season for skiers of all abilities, and is enjoyed just as much by the organisers as by the participants. The event relies upon the contributions of about 100 volunteers who do everything from course preparation to manning the drink stations out on the High Plains.

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For further information on ambulance memberships, call 1800 648 484 or visit the website www.ambulance.vic.gov.au. A further bit of good news is that you can ring the above number, give them your details, pay by credit card and you are covered by 5pm the next day. You can do the same by jumping on to the website. If you don’t have a credit card, go to your local Post Office and it can all be done there. •

Hairdressing Appointments 0427 349 169 5 SITZMARK

Fancy a lift to your restaurant tonight?

Oversnow Taxi Service Available

Carries up to 10 people. Pick up available from all accommodation venues on the mountain.

$80 one way or $150 return Last taxi 9:30pm.

$95 one way or $170 return Last taxi 9:30pm.

Reservations essential, please call 03 5758 1208

Reservations essential, please call 03 5758 1208 · Extensive grocery range · Bottle shop: beer, wine, spirits · Fresh fruit and vegetables · Hot pies and sausage rolls · Heat and eat meals ·Phone re-charge ·ATM ·Newspapers and magazines

Located in Slalom day carpark at the bottom of Halley’s Comet Chairlift. Tel: 57 583 009

Who would not want to be part of this magnificent event – when the world comes to Falls Creek on the 24th August this year. Pic – Ken Bell

OUR COMMUNITY And Its People

If you’ve dropped by Mount Beauty Auto Repairs lately, you may have thought Craig was looking a little bit younger and quite a bit taller

In actual fact, Craig and Cheryl Willey have handed over the baton to new owners, Dale and Danelle Neave.

Cheryl said after almost 18 years of service to the local community, it was time for a young whipper snapper to take over.

The catalyst for change was Craig breaking his back a few years ago, meaning he was ready to step back from the physical work; however if you need a tow, you can still expect to have Craig come to the rescue as he is continuing the towing side of the business and working for RACV, now known as Mount Beauty Towing.

The Willeys first opened Mount Beauty Auto Repairs in September 2001 in the workshop where Craig’s dad originally ran his own mechanics in Nelse Street next to Mount Beauty Smash Repairs - which coincidentally enough is where Dale has spent the past 18 months working alongside his in-laws; Danelle’s father and brother, Ken and Corey Edmondson.

You could say the story has come full circle, with Dale now taking on Mount Beauty

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Auto Repairs at its current location on the Kiewa Valley Highway in Tawonga South. You can expect the same excellent level of service - just new faces - with Dale bringing 13 years of industry experience, having worked as a mechanic, panel beater and spray painter in Canberra working with a wide range of vehicles, while also specialising in Subarus and working in heavy collisions and diagnostics.

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LDale said while they loved living in Canberra, moving to Danelle’s hometown of Tawonga was an easy decision for the young family.

ocal lad Ben McIlroy is an up and coming Enduro mountain bike racer. Over the last two years he has progressed to be the fastest junior rider in Australia winning both the National Series and the National Championships in 2016. On March 26 Ben went and raced his first ever EWS (Enduro World Series) event in Rotorua, New Zealand. Prior to the event Matt Rousu caught up with Ben to chat about the race and his potential future in the mountain bike world.

“It’s a great place to raise children and we were ready for a new challenge. We’ve loved being around our friends and family here, and I’ve enjoyed getting to know the locals here while working at the Smash Repairs,” Dale said.

MR: Is this your first overseas race?

Ben: Yep, first overseas race, first EWS (Enduro World Series), so it’s going to be pretty exciting.

MR: Is it excitement or are you nervous?

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“We’re really lucky that the opportunity to take over Auto Repairs came up. Craig and Cheryl have done an amazing job servicing the area for almost two decades, and we’re really excited to continue that service for another 18 years.”

MR: How did you end up travelling and racing alongside Chris Panozzo (2 time Elite Gravity Enduro Australian champion)?

MR: What more juggle

Ben: I’m probably a bit more nervous than excited. Excited to race overseas, but nervous because it’s such a big event.

MR: Have you heard anything about the tracks over in Rotorua, NZ?

Ben: From what Chris (Panozzo) has said, they’re fast and there aren’t many rocks.

Danelle said the couple have been overwhelmed by the support they’ve already received from the community, and have hit the ground running thanks to plenty of guidance from the Willeys, with Dale

MR: How did you get into riding?

Ben: Pretty much because of my Dad,

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working alongside Craig in the weeks leading up to the official handover.

Ben: I first met Chris at a Victorian Enduro state round at Barjarg, I was still like Under 15s or Under 17s and I knew that he was a fast dude. I wanted to hang out with the fast guys so I wanted to hang out with Chris Panozzo. I remember at Barjarg the shuttles were always a bit delayed, we were hanging out down the bottom for so long that we nearly missed our race runs. When we got to the top, everyone was wondering where we’d been. He was just like “Ah we’ve just been chilling at the bottom.” So that felt pretty cool.

Craig and Cheryl would like to thank all their customers who supported not only their business, but Craig’s father’s business, for so long.

“We’d also like to wish good luck to Dale and Danelle. We think they’re the perfect fit - they’re young and enthusiastic, and Dale definitely knows what he’s doing. We have every confidence in them being able to continue on with the same great service.”

Mount Beauty Auto Repairs: 229 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South - (03) 5754 1366. • Simone Dowel

After that he invited me to travel with him to the next round at Narbethong. During that trip we decided not to race any more of the Vic series. I thought that I wouldn’t really continue racing but then Chris invited me to Toowoomba. That was my first national race and from then on we just became mates and he invited me along to all

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Ben: I’m and in to finish as much probably my first such a

MR: Have studies on how you like professional

Ben: I about biker would do have come

MR: Do a career Ben:

Ben McIlroy - Matt

Danelle and Dale Neave, pictured here with daughter Matilda, have taken over the reins at Mount Beauty Auto Repairs from Craig and Cheryl Willey.

FALLS CREEK MUSEUM

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metres so far this week and the conditions are perfect to ‘keep on pumping!’ Falls Creek Museum

ETo maximise your appreciation of the resort, a visit to the museum is a must. Open from 12noon until 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday, the museum is fantastic. There are many relics and some great films from many days back and it presents a fantastic insight into how our village grew.

Speaking of museum, the historical society – and in particular one Karen Smythe –has done a fabulous job of putting this

ven though the first lodge was built in 1947, there were no telephones in Falls Creek until 1960. The only access to a phone was at Rocky Valley Camp where the SEC had an extensive network to Mount Beauty, Bogong and the other camps such as Clover power station, the West Kiewa, Howman’s Gap, McKay Creek and Lower Bogong (now known as Clover Arboretum). There were test points with a phone beside the road where contact could be made to the office in Mount Beauty and in extremes, could be contacted elsewhere.

Part of Julian Newton-Brown’s job in the test laboratory at Rocky Valley was to read the weather instruments, put the details into groups, then call head office in Melbourne and give them the details. The tower on Mount McKay had a radiotelephone link to head office.

similar to what the army had used during the war. If the phone failed the owner would have to find the break in the wire, not an easy task in the heavy snow.

Then came the telephone itself. Direct dial phones were common in the cities but not in remote areas so Falls Creek got the oldfashioned sets with a hand wound magneto to ring the bell at the exchange. When the operator answered, she could then plug a line into another phone line or the exchange in Bright. In the phone were two dry cell batteries that carried the spoken word to the other phone connected.

Trunk lines were expensive then, so each trunk was timed by the minute. The operator would disconnect you after a minute if you did not reply to here question “are you extending?”

Travelling to Falls Creek this winter?

WINTER EDITION SEVENTEEN

At Falls Creek, most of the bulk supplies came from Albury so that was classified as an interstate trunk call. Bill Griffiths would do a freight run on Thursdays to McKulloughs, Bishops Cool Stores and Arnold Brothers Fruit and Veges - so orders had to be placed on Wednesdays.

Leave the worries of hiring and fitting chains, coping with anti-freeze and icy roads behind you!

AD PROOF

You are invited to the 5th Annual “Falls Creek Meeting” 4:30pm to 6:30pm Sunday 9th June 2019 at Elk. Drinks at bar prices. Nibbles provided.

The SEC was unconcerned about Falls Creek, so no power was connected until 1960 when Tom Mitchell, then politician, aired the matter in parliament. Tom was a keen skier. He applied to the Post Master General who was then responsible for telephones as well as mail until the telephone part of the PMG was sold off as Telecom, then to become Telstra.

Park your car in the secure car-park in Tawonga South and ride our comfortable warm coach to Falls Creek!

phones were donated by Julian NewtonBrown, builder of the lodge known as Arundel, which then became ‘Julian’s’ and has recently been totally renovated to become Elk @ Falls Creek. •

This is not really a meeting, it’s more about meeting others and catching up with old friends and kicking off the new season with a bang! (read hangover).

Meet Resort Management CEO Stuart Smythe and Falls Creek Ski Lifts GM Sharon Raguse and get an update on preparation for the upcoming Winter.

The PMG staff came up from Bright and installed an exchange in Diana Lodge. There were only about 15 lines to a post across the road uphill about 20 metres. It was from here that you could put a line from the building into a box where connections were possible. You had to buy a cable from the disposal store. It needed to have an alloy of copper and steel in the wire

You will also hear about Mountain Film returning to Falls Creek for the 2nd year on Sunday 29 July. Don’t miss it! •

Visit the Bogong Power Station Information Centre For historical & geological exhibits.

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Falls Creek had ‘Post Office Annie’ on their exchange. Annie would get each of the wholesalers on the line then connect each of the Falls Creek lodges in turn to give the orders. The cost of the call was then split up between the businesses.

FRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2017

Daily departures from Melbourne, Albury and Mount Beauty will have you on the slopes sooner – without the fuss!!

This article was written by Julian NewtonBrown for the Falls Creek Museum. Julian’s Lodge ‘Arundel’ was known as Falls Creek 11, ‘Nelse’ was Falls Creek 6 and ‘Pretty Valley’ was known as Falls Creek 10. Two of these phones can now be found in the Falls Creek Museum with a third being returned to its original home at Diana Lodge. The

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–Recreational and a range of Snowboards. König & V2 Chains – and we can supply magnetic ski and snowboard racks! Sportful XC clothing & La Bent accessories Plus: Enjoy a coffee, toastie or cake on our deck or take-away!

Fully licensed restaurant

Renowned Dining and Wines

Hand-made Pasta ~ Slow-braised meats ~ World’s best Pork Chop ~ amongst other un-worldly delights by Roi!

Hand-churned fruit ice-cream - to die for!

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Hand-made Pasta ~ Slow-braised meats ~ World’s best Pork Chop ~ amongst other un-worldly delights by Roi!Hand-churned fruit ice-cream. Open until Saturday February 17th. Then closed for three weeks. Re-Opening Friday March 9th Ph 03 5754 4495

177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga

Several of the old hand-wound telephones kindly donated by Julian Newton-Brown. Pic – Courtesy Falls Creek Museum

will be Wednesday Day.

will be Wednesday ANZAC Day.

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

Cedarwood Apartment 17

What a light, bright and spacious one bedroom, one bathroom apartment! This property is a must to inspect.

approach from the home trails. As one of the highest apartment complexes in the village, you can ski out to Eagle Express, or Halley’s Comet and ski to the door coming home.

The bedding configuration is a new split-able queen in the upstairs bedroom and a bunk bed with new mattresses. Cedarwood has an on-site manager and the current alpine head lease length is until 31st Oct 2053.

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Cedarwood apartment 17 is approximately 49sqm with high ceilings in the living area. It is warm with lovely hydronic heating, spacious and has a very comfortable feel. Ideal for a family or a group of up to four people. There is a large private dining/ living area where you can relax in private and enjoy the calming views of the alpine wilderness on the south side of the building.

The apartment has new floor boards on the lower level giving the apartment a clean fresh look. On entry there is a good storage nook and spacious bathroom. Other new additions include a new fridge and couch. As Schuss Street is on the other side of the complex it is quiet and you can often see people returning from their skiing as they

While the quality of your enjoyment of Falls Creek as a winter resort is undoubted, it is the growing suite of summer activities that adds untold value to a purchase in the village.

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of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @

Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

A Life to Remember

Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

A Life to Remember

4.7 out of 5 - Not a bad rating put up by someone else! And improvements to come this winter!!! Talk to us at:

Ariel’s Laundrette

A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some wine and a light BBQ will be provided, but we ask that you bring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. •

Trade Fair @ Falls Creek

41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty Open 8am - 8pm weekdays 9am - 7pm W/ends & Holidays Ph: 0400 350 488

Over the last decade, much work has gone into developing and securing summer trade. The resort now boasts in excess of 40km of mountain bike trails – with some being accessed from very close to Cedarwood. Add to these the many kilometres of aqueducts and management vehicle tracks and your exploring, whether on foot, on a horse or on your bike is endless. The Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing is an iconic Australian walk of international standard being promoted by Parks Victoria.

for all members of the hospitality industry to prepare for winter and do some serious saving on product needs for the season. To be held at the Frying Pan Inn, in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek, the Trade Fair will take place on Tuesday 2nd May from 10am to 5pm and again on Wednesday 3rd, from 9am to 4pm.

for all members of the hospitality industry to prepare for winter and do some serious saving on product needs for the season.

To be held at the Frying Pan Inn, in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek, the Trade Fair will take place on Tuesday 2nd May from 10am to 5pm and again on Wednesday 3rd, from 9am to 4pm.

Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity

Something of an institution 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity

Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity

The afore-mentioned suite of summer activities includes the Alpine Challenge, the Mile High Dragon Boats, the Bicycle Network Peaks Challenge Falls Creek, the Easter Festival as well as regular mountain bike shuttles. And to quote our CEO from an article last season (Edition Six) “Falls Creek has the highest total summer visitor days of any Alpine Resort in Victoria.”

Companies invited to exhibit include Bedding Suppliers, Linen, Manchester and Window Furnishing suppliers, Wine and Spirit merchants, Wholesale Food Suppliers, Chemical, Cleaning and Toiletry suppliers and equipment suppliers. Prepare for the season and save money. Visit the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Further details from: Mb: 0400 350 488. •

Prepare for the season and save money. Visit the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Further details from: Mb: 0400 350 488. •

At $249,000, this unit is definitely worth an inspection. Contact Christa Smit (Zirknitzer) at Zirky Real Estate on Mb: 0402 277 808 or visit www.zirkyrealestate. com.au. •

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• All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club lodges and apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga and Dederang, plus the RMB’s between Dederang and Tawonga and selected venues in Bright and Myrtleford.

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Our car is like our body. We must look after it all of the time - not just when something fails.

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Our car is like our body. We must look after it all of the time - not just when something fails. Regular servicing will identify when items are wearing (brake pads, tyres, filters, hoses etc). These and other wearing items can be replaced before they let us down on the road. Imagine discovering (too late) that your Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re heading for the tree.

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Regular servicing is important for the good health of your vehicle - and for your

Regular servicing will identify when items are wearing (brake pads, tyres, filters, hoses etc). These and other wearing items can be replaced before they let us down on the road. Imagine discovering (too late) that your Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re heading for the tree.

Imagine discovering (too late) that your Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re heading for the tree.

Regular servicing is important for the good

Regular servicing is important for the

and for your

Regular servicing is important for the good health of your vehicle - and for your good

Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade

Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one

Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

In the windswept Southern Mountains out by Bogong’s brow

Is a land that’s never felt the rip of tractor nor of plough

The flowers and native grasses stretch from sky to sky

Unmarred by Man’s destruction – farming passed it by.

For the raging winter blizzards stayed the axe and chain

And spared the Bogong High Plains from the awful bloody pain

Of the clearing and the torching and the weeds and salt and dust

Of the foreign crops a-growing, filled with mites and rust.

And then the spring-time melts the snows, and the swollen brooks are gushing

Into creeks and mighty rivers – to the Murray they go rushing

Daisies are a carpet, Black Cockies screech on by

TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS

Email your adverts to us and you don’t pay until you sell the goods – or until your Advert achieves the desired results. Em: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

FOR HIRE

Three Tonne Tipper and mini Excavator. Ph: 0427 942 171 FOR SALE

RM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with added rubber protective sole. Almost brand new. Size 9 G. Retail $309.95 will sell for $250. Ph: 0400 350 488. FOR SALE

Alma Novia Wedding Dress, Size 8, High front neckline with intricate lace and beaded detail, high lace back and buttons, soft tulle A-line skirt that flows in to a beautiful train. Worn once – by mistake. $950. Ph: 0400 350 488

ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS

Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.

ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE

Frueauf Village(below Milch Café) Ground Fl, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St, Falls Creek. Ph: 5758 3766. Em: fallscreek@altitudephysiotherapy.com.au. Wb: www.altitudephysiotherapy.com.au

BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE

Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125. BUILDING & ELECTRICAL

Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879.

CAKE MAKING & DECORATING

Elene Wood at www.studioecakes.com.au in Tawonga – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: studioecakestawonga@bigpond.com

CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES

Oztek Property Maintenance. Let us look after your home. We do bathrooms, decks, pergolas and all handyman needs. Call Dave 0466 990 862.

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Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au

The parrokeets are dashing through the crystal of the sky.

The seasons keep on rolling, but the High Plains stay the same

Through the scorching summer days to the icy winter rain

People seldom visit, unless it’s peace they seek

And lovers swear their wedding vows out by Watchbed Creek.

Now mortals come and go in the twinkling of an eye

It only takes a moment beneath the

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FOR SALE

One brand new pair of ASICS Tennis shoes, size 46 Euro (11.5 US). Worn once. Too tight for me. Retail Price: $159.95. Will sell for $120. Ph: 0400 350 488

WORK WANTED

Administration all-rounder looking for part-time/ casual work. Proficient with both MYOB and Xero. ABN and references available. Mb: 0478 729 259. Em:raymondroberts255@yahoo.com

NEW MOUNTAIN STAFF

Do you need linen, TV, or a bedside table, call in to the Hospital Op Shop, 1A Tawonga Crescent. Another option for clothing is the Uniting Church Op Shop on Hollonds Street. Ph: 0419 615 732.

COMPUTERS & SERVICE

Custom built computers, Upgrades, parts, laptops, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery, backups. Ph: Michal Trnka 5754 4637 or Mb: 0417 163 601.

DRIVING INSTRUCTION

Summit Driver Training. Tawonga based driving instruction and re-assessment. Ph Craig 0427 722 287.

ELECTRICAL

All Electrical Services. Ph: 0418 698 491. Reg No: 7923.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Altitude Electrical - no job too big or small. Domestic, commercial & industrial. Contact Ben Svarc 0419 801 109.

FREIGHT - ALB - MTB - FALLS CREEK Remo’s

Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty & Falls Creek Mon to Fri incl. Refrigeration Available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320

HAIRDRESSER

Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week & evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.

mountain sky

But the snow gums grow forever and the granite weathers slow

In the freezing winter winds, beneath the ice and snow.

Yes the cycle keeps on turning, yet the land remains the same

Timeless and eternal, impossible to maim

And when I’ve shed this mortal coil and left the din and row

Just leave me for the wild things, out by Bogong’s brow. •

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Would you like to be more involved in the community? To learn a little more of our unique history? Then why not volunteer to help staff the Falls Creek Museum where you get to meet lots of wonderful people. To learn more, phone Margy on 03 57581200 during business hours.

CLOTHING REPAIRS

Call Marilyn Sparks, Mb: 0411 335 326. Also on Facebook private message.

MISSING BOOK

A copy of Dr. Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis on the Bogong High Plains was left in the care of Bill and Yvonne Sutton. It has been lent to some-one and not returned. If any knows anything please contact Bill or Ph Ken Bell on 0400 350 488.

LD’S HOME PET CARE

Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 5754 1695

PAINTING SERVICES

Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services, Ph: Laif 0437 023 921

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy. 5A Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270.

REFRIGERATION & ELECTRICAL

Qualified Refrigeration Mechanic & Electrician available to solve problems in the Upper Kiewa Valley and Falls Creek. DC Electrical & Refrigeration. Ph: 0428 737 273.

STORAGE

Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units. Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.com

TAXI & 4WD SERVICE

Mt Beauty Taxi Service. Covers Falls Creek & Albury. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 13 10 08.

Weekly Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am Saturdays. Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue. Ph: 03 5754 1118

12th Rossignol Children’s Cup. Extended NASTAR Course. 9am – 1pm A long time tradition for kids aged six to 16 to compete. Ph: 03 5758 1026 –to be followed by the Cranky Charlie Cup.

12th The Board Lounge Throw-down (the BLT) 6:30pm – 9pm under lights in Slalom Plaza – a fantastic Rail Jam for U16 and Open categories. Presentations after in Stingray. Ph: 03 5758 1026.

12th St. Kilda Film Festival Short Films Programme, 7pm. Mount Beauty Community Centre. $15 gen. admission. Bar opens 6:30 and interval. Presented by UKVRA and St Kilda Film Festival.

13th Regular Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.

13th Snow Trek and Travel High Plains Tour F 2.5/5/10. 11am Nordic Bowl. Len Budge 0417 352 845

13th TDFNL Rd 13. Dederang Mount Beauty V Chiltern @ Dederang

Bottom of Gully Chairlift.

Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref J6) Ph: 03 5758 3238 all day. WHERE WHEN HOW 24 hours for Emergencies.

WHO WHAT

14th YMCA Howman’s Gap Vic Relay Champ.s C/F 2.5 & 5. 11am Nordic Bowl. Len Budge 0417 352 845.

15th - 19th South Australian Interschools Snowsports Championships. Four days of competition for SA kids. Ph: 03 5758 1026.

16th Regular monthly meeting of the Mount Beauty Self Help Anxiety Support Group 7pm – 8:30pm at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Gold coin donation appreciated. Ph: 03 9830 0533.

18th Fabulous Falls Creek Night Show Spectacular 7pm under lights on the Summit. Featuring Skiing and Boarding Demos and a fantastic Fireworks display. Ph: 03 5758 1000.

19th Regular Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed group and BBQ Lunch. From 11:30am. All Welcome. Enquiries to: secretary@mountbeautymensshed.org.au

20th Vic Junior Sprint Champ.s F. 9:30am Nordic Bowl. Ben Derrick 0400 110 046

20th TDFNL Rd 14. Dederang Mount Beauty V Kiewa Sandy Creek @ Dederang

21st Vic Junior Distance Champ.s C. 10am Nordic Bowl. Ben Derrick 0400 110 046.

25th Fabulous Falls Creek Night Show Spectacular 7pm under lights on the Summit. Featuring Skiing and Boarding Demos and a fantastic Fireworks display. Ph: 03 5758 1000.

26th Wombats Rambler Night Race. 6pm – 9pm on Wombats Ramble – an event not to be missed. Ph: 03 5758 1026.

26th – 29th Falls Creek Alpine Masters Championships. Three days of events – including the Wombats Rambler. Ph: 03 5758 1026.

27th Rider X 9am – 2pm. Another new event for Falls Creek this year. This will be a classic boarder/ skier cross course set to suit both disciplines over by Ruined Castle finishing at Dicky Knees. Ph: 03 5758 1026

27th AUS Open Sprint Champ.s C. CC/FIS. 9:30am Nordic Bowl. Anne Bellingham 0427 006 246. 27th TDFNL Rd 15. Yackandandah V Dederang Mount Beauty

27th YMCA Howman’s Gap Alpine Centre and YMCA Falls Creek Cross Country are hosting a screening of the Gutsy Girls Film Festival as part of the Women’s Cross Country Ski Camp – See below. For further info, go to: www.facebook.com/events/383690172220486/ 27th – 29th Women’s XC Camp. Three days of skiing, coaching, video analysis and socialising based at Howman’s Gap Alpine Centre and hosted by Falls Creek Cross Country. Ph: 03 5758 3408 or Fb: @fallscreekXC

General Practitioners experienced in Family and Snow Sports Medicine.

First fully accredited snowfields practice in Australia based on 34 years experience.

“You’ve only got one head – put a lid on it!” Falls Creek

Tawonga Crescent.

8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays. Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine & Lachlan McKeeman.

Fully accredited General Practice with 40 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

28th AUS Open Champ.s F. CC/FIS. 9:30am Nordic Bowl. Anne Bellingham 0427 006 246. 30th – 2nd Australian Police Winter Games. Four days of competitive actions. Details from www.apwg. com.au. Ph: 03 5758 1026