FROM THE CEO
Myths – AWD, Snow Chains & Driving with an unsecured load…
About this time every year when the snow comes in and the roads require everyone to pay a little more attention than usual, the debate about 4WD versus AWD and why drivers - do or don’t need to fit snow chains - starts to erupt.
I found a terrific video on Youtube: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=isDQ0hid5Vw … and it offers the best and easiest no frills explanation as to some of the differences and the ‘marketing’ hype that has confounded the topic.
Bottom line, a transfer case (2H, 4H & 4L) and/or “something called a locking differential”… pretty much seals the deal as to determining what separates an AWD from a 4WD. Such are why 4WD’s provide a much better transmission of torque to the wheels which subsequently increases their ability to handle conditions that other vehicles can’t. If you’re still reading and shaking your head, watch the video. Then,
if you still disagree, refer to the section below on when to fit and the need to follow instructions. That’s unequivocal regardless of any opinion.
Now, until such time as snow tires negate the need to carry or fit chains, there really shouldn’t be any debate on the topic. It’s about safety after all. The alpine resorts, Victoria Police and Regional Roads have been working on getting the legislative changes through and hope that by next season, snow tires – those clearly designated with the 3 Peaks symbol, NOT M+S ratings (Mud and Snow) will make the debate less of an issue.
You must carry chains, that fit your vehicle and you must know how to fit them, where to do so and when.
Until then, you must carry chains, that fit your vehicle and you must know how to fit them, where to do so and when, as per details prescribed by the alerts and signage, or chain bay crews. When RMB or 4-Site staff are outside the resort, they are acting on behalf of Regional Roads as authorised representatives, and yes the fine is much less
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for ignoring the sign, or those instructions, but once inside the resort, if you’ve failed to heed that request, it’s a nasty fine and we really don’t want the start or end of your holiday or trip to the snow being ruined by not doing the right thing.
Of course, the RMB makes drivers fit chains to simply inconvenience those people who don’t take safety seriously. Wrong – re inconvenience but correct on safety…. We request that you fit chains to (all applicable) vehicles, to improve road safety for all users – that’s a fact. Still not convinced, think of it this way… many things (ie. Drugs) might be legal and free for people to make their own choices. But some people abuse such things… alas, regulations and laws must override common sense and hubris for the good of the majority.
Where do you need to fit chains? The simple answer, in the chain bays and where instructed – look for signs that state ‘Fit Chains Here,’ then pull into a dedicated chain bay (when safe to do so). Who makes the decision on where they need to be fitted from? The hard working and dedicated snow clearing team ‘sweep’ the road numerous times between 4:30am and 6:30am to make the initial assessment. The call is based on the conditions they are experiencing, sensors and electronic readings from the grit spreaders and clearing machinery, the temperature and snow forecast for the day and expectations of the same at various altitudes, forecast freezing levels and numerous other metrics. This is assessed throughout the day by the same crew and from observations gathered from chain bay teams (when manned). It’s not ‘random.’
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 –
Also, when leaving the resort, make sure you’ve removed built up snow from your vehicle. If snow is blocking your vision, front and rear, it’s an offence. So, get as much off your vehicle as you can. Start undertaking this process now, because with the upcoming changes in regulations, this will be elevated to a much higher infringement next year. So, before you start digging your car out, start the engine, crank the heating up to warm the interior – (not the screen for fear of cracking it) while you clean the snow off the exterior of the car. Make sure that as much snow is removed as possible such that any that is ‘too hard to reach’ won’t cause a hazard to others driving in the opposite direction (or behind you!)… because it will eventually and inevitably fall off.
Where do I take chains off? Good question and just as hotly contested as ‘why do I need to fit them.’ Common sense would suggest, you aren’t removing them in Mt Beauty! As a general rule, unless conditions at the resort got worse throughout the day, or even more snow is falling than when you arrived, the spot where you put them on is probably a good reference point. If people coming up the hill don’t have them on (assuming they have read and followed instructions), then that too is a good indicator that conditions ahead don’t require them to still be on your vehicle. At this point, find the nearest bay and remove them.
Of course, nothing beats common sense, a little patience and driving to road conditions. Please follow roads signs and instructions. Yours and everyone else’s safety, not inconvenience, is what we are most concerned about.
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Now, there’s snow everywhere so get out there and get some turns in. •
Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management
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.
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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.
Booking Details
Save time on arrival and pre-book any of our group programs* online at our Falls Creek E-store: https://shop. skifalls.com.au, or let us guide you through your choices at any resort ticket office, rental store,
This driver has done a few of the right things – plastic sheet covering the windscreen to help remove any snow later. But, those chains, they go on the ‘drive’ wheels (refer to your manual) not the driver’s (side) wheels. Your Ed had a double take – and had to look carefully to ensure there were no chains fitted to the left hand side – and there weren’t. Pic – Ken Bell
RACE CLUB NEWS
Racing and Results
School holidays were a busy period for most parents in Race Club, with three races scheduled across the two weeks. As reported a last week, we kicked off with the Junior Agility Race which was a combination of GS and Ski/Boarder Cross from this parent’s uneducated eye, followed six days later by the Rossignol Cup and Cranky Charlie Cup on Friday 12th. Sadly the Board Lounge Throw Down was postponed by a week due to the epically wet conditions last Friday, which made the streets run with water and all of us wonder if there would be any snow left once the rain stopped. I think all Race Club parents breathed a sigh of relief at the BLT cancellation as it gave everyone time to get their gear dry before venturing out on Saturday!
It may have been a dismal day for the Rossignol Cup & Cranky Charlie Races, but we couldn’t be prouder of all the kids who got out there and raced. Sometimes the mountains set a challenge for us by providing rain instead of snow, and wind instead of sunshine. But every single child who ventured out on that course did us proud as a club. Well Done!
An additional well done to all the competitors who experienced an unexpected delay, were soaked to the skin, and had to wait for their second runs while the course was cleared. It takes real determination to say
to yourself “I’m already soaked to the skin… may as well wait around for a bit longer.” But it also takes real guts to know when you have to call time and say “I’m too cold and these conditions have pushed me to my limits. I need to go in now.” So to all the kids who did one run, then were too cold and wet to continue - well done for making the hard decision and the one that was right for you.
Congratulations to the inaugural U21 competitors in the Cranky Charlie, including snowboarders for the very first time. Woot Woot! We mistakenly bought two instead of four boxes of winners chocolates for the U21 competitors (will have a trophy ready for you next year!), so yours truly will be doing a delivery to those who missed out on their prizes next week.
And congratulations to the Race Club Mums who showed just how hard-core we are! Six of us got out there and raced in the Cranky Charlie in the Women’s Open Division... two more than in the Men’s Open Division! Not that it’s a competition... it’s totally a competition... but not in that way! If our kids can do it, so can we! It’s the first time in quite a while where the women outnumbered the men in the Cranky. #gogirls #ifshecanseeitshecanbeit.
From the back, left to right in the above photo you can see Ineke Thomas, Tristy Sheridan, Phoebe Moore, Caroline King, Daniela Mollica & yours truly. Race Club Mums rock!
The Rossignol Cup and Cranky Charlie Cup only happen with hard work of the Race and Events Department, who this year gave the parents a year off from volunteering at the race. We didn’t hear any
complaints from the RC parents when that was announced!
In up-coming events, Race Club is putting on its Trivia Night once again. We took a break from it, but it’s back baby! Saturday 27th July 2019 from 7:30pm at in the QT Function room. Check out https:// www.revolutionise.com.au/fallscreek-wsc/ events/43935/ for more details which will be coming soon! Cheers, Nyree Fiddes, Falls Creek Race Club.
Rossignol Cup Results
Men
RACE CLUB NEWS
Women
Congratulations to almost 100 young athletes who braved the weather and got out there and had a go. A couple of them then had to pick up their back-packs and finish delivering this paper around the village. Great effort!
Men
Women
1. Ineke Thomas 44.62 2. Nyree Fiddes
Men
A special thanks to the Race and Events team for such a great job. Your work is loved and appreciated. •
Club mums setting a great example at the Cranky Charlie. Pic – Courtesy Nyree Fiddes
DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA
Leisure Balance Camp
Leisure Balance returned to Falls Creek after their 2018 camp and with Sit Ski, Snowboarders and Skiers, they covered all ski disciplines. On the Snow in a Sit Ski, Cameron was initially reserved with only limited movement. However, after a few runs with Dan and James from DWA, Cameron quickly comprehended the ability to control the turning direction of the ski by shifting his upper body weight. Cameron went on during the day and initiated more and more shorter turns through the trees and then in the new powder that fell throughout Sunday.
Sit Skis are skis have a moulded bucket seat suspended above them that the user can sit in. There is a shock absorber below the seat, which makes the ride more comfortable for the user, and the seat is attached to the ski by a metal frame. Using upper body movements and out rigger skis (gadgets like crutches that have a ski attached to the
base) attached to the hands, the skier can control the speed and motion of the skis they are travelling on. Designed for people who are wheelchair users or who have other mobility difficulties or paraplegia
The adaptive skiing community have developed a variety of techniques and are continually looking at new technologies that now can assist a newcomer to break into the sit ski, skiing or riding world with a minimum of difficulty. Sit Skis that provides independent turning and speed variability using a joystick and/or breath control. For individuals with even the most complex physical disabilities, allowing the skier to operate the safely, with a high degree of performance and independence these hi tech sit skis are making their way onto the snow fields overseas.
With Cameron on the Sit-Ski and Nick learning the Snowboard on Mouse Trap assisted by Joanna. Dan was with Sean from DWA and could be seen on several occasions riding down Scott’s and Ruin Castle. Dan’s experience from last year gave him the confidence to attempt every run that was open.
Greg, with Libby from DWA, was once again on skis after spending time as young skier for 13 years and then as a young adult snowboarder for 10 years. Greg intuitively followed the DWA Guide down Last Hoot turning his skis in the exact same path - never faltering and even washing off speed without instruction. This was something Greg could not remember but intuitively was able to achieve through muscle memory. Muscle memory is related to such terms as motor learning, body memory and cellular memory, though each means something slightly different. The basic hypothesis for all of them is that the physical body retains a memory of what the mind experiences and the mind, or brain and nervous system, retain a memory of what the body experiences. This was the case with Greg and the smile never left his face during Sunday skiing through powder.
If you would like to know more about DWA, would like to donate to the fabulous work or would like to get involved, go to www.disabledwintersport.com.au. • Ken Payne
James and Cameron enjoying that fabulous new snow on Wombats. Pic – Courtesy DWA
Cold Toes
There is nothing worse than riding a chair lift with cold toes.
Cold toes are a common problem in ski boots, and a most unpleasant way to spend your day on the mountain. There are many causes of cold and numb toes in ski boots. Luckily, most of the time it’s a problem that can be fixed.
Fit Issues In Your Ski Boots
Doing your boots up too tight can squash arteries and capillaries in your feet, which stops the blood getting to your toes. The most common site is across the top of your foot (the dorsalis pedis artery). Another area that can block blood flow is behind the inside ankle bone (the tibial artery). This is a more complicated cause and is usually because there is too much padding in that area.
Circulation
Blood flow problems to the feet can range from something minor like you ‘just feel the cold,’ to Reynaud’s disease, and peripheral vascular disease (PVD), in which case issues can be quite serious and lead to nasty complications.
If you have a history of PVD or diabetic foot ulcerations, then putting your precious feet into ski boots all day may be a serious risk that you should discuss with your health professional.
People with Reynaud’s disease should make sure they have a well-fitted boot and ski orthotic to ensure the best blood flow to the foot. Once this is done, you should also consider a boot heater.
What Should I Do?
Wear a thin, woollen or synthetic-blend sock designed for ski boots. A thick sock’s fabric will just get squished in your boot and hold your perspiration against your skin, making the sock wet and your skin cold.
COMFORTABLE SKIING
Make sure your boots are dried out overnight and at room temperature when you put them on. Putting your foot into a cold boot in the morning is just asking for a painful day. Beware of boot dryers - they can be too hot and can flatten out and deform your ski orthotics or shell modifications.
Get a ski orthotic for your boots. Until your foot is supported in the optimal position and stabilised in the boot by a ski orthotic, no other boot changes will be very beneficial. Holding your foot in its best alignment will improve blood flow and reduced localised pressure.
Find a good boot-fitter that understands all of the issues above and can help make sure your boot is working for you.
It’s Just Dam Cold!
If you’ve checked and addressed all the above issues, then it’s likely that you’re just skiing somewhere amazing and it is incredibly cold. For these instances I recommend considering a boot heater, or a neoprene boot cover. Neoprene boot covers are mostly beneficial when your boot is below the snow (when you’re skiing in powder!). Heated socks are improving and worth a look at now also.
But the true secret to any cold foot issues is to not let your feet get cold in the first place. So, warm socks and shoes around the house before you go skiing is a must. • Krista Sturday, Ski Podiatrist at Ortho Ski
There is nothing worse than cold toes while skiing – and the problem can be addressed. Pic –Courtesy Ortho Ski
CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
Season is Underway
This past week has given us a lot to smile about. With the large amount of snowfall in the last 10 days the trails have been blessed with some lovely snow. Racing has begun and now we can start to enjoy the vast network of groomed trails that Falls Creek has to offer.
Race Report from last weekend
Last weekend was the first real set of races for our Aussie Winter Calendar. On Saturday
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the 13th of July, Len Budge put together a great event in the High Plains Tour. This was a 2.5/5/10km skate event starting from the Nordic Bowl. In the open categories, Mark Pollock took the win ahead of Nic Blackwell and Ben Derrick. In the women’s open 10km, Casey Wright won ahead of Anna Trnka and Margeaux Thompson. The word after the race from Casey herself was “I just did the 5km and skied it level 3 (threshold).” After she told me this, I thought “ok Casey, just settle down there.” Shout out also to Len Budge, who organised this event, he came 24th in the 10km event and finished in flying colours! Also Len came first in the 65 and over category if you don’t mind.
Across the age groups and disciplines, in the men’s 5km, 12year old Isaac Spring came equal first with his father Jon Spring and in
the women’s 5km, Brianna Oldis, daughter of Mal Oldis, took first place ahead of NOR/ AUS Ellen Sohol Lie and Hannah Price. I was speaking to Ellen before the race and the 24 year old was saying she chose to do the 5km race instead of the 10km because she needed to develop some speed in her legs. Let’s hope she was able to do that.
On Sunday the 14th was the annual YMCA Howman’s Gap Victorian Relay Championships were held. This event, originally being classified to ski clubs within Victoria has recently been expanded by Len to be any three people make up a relay team. In the Men’s field, Ronice’s Boyz (John Mordes, Patrick Manning and Liam Flanagan) came away with the chocolates, coming in over a minute ahead of “Oldish”, a team made up of our beloved master blasters Kevin Tory, Jon Spring and Ben Derrick.
In the women’s field, Birkebeiner ski team made up of Anna Trnka and Kim Pammer beat “I ski, therefore I am” made up of Rachel Hood, Travis McInnes and David Hood. There we go, a few names you don’t usually read in the results summary, but a lot of fun nonetheless. Thanks Len for a good weekend of racing.
Upcoming races
Last week Falls Creek once again hosted the Victorian Junior Ski Team on-snow training camp. 47 kids from ages 10-19 staying at the Bogong Village Sport and Rec centre. This was actually a record amount of kids on this camp with the Vic Development Squad expanding impressively. From all reports the camp went really well, with lots of fun times and lots of good ski development.
The Victorian State Championships are this weekend at Falls Creek and we should expect to see some great competition at these events.
On the Saturday (20th) is a skate sprint and a classic distance is on the Sunday. Firstly, if you are a parent reading this, I cannot encourage you more to enter your kids in these races as, while it is a state championship, the level, especially for the younger ages, is perfect for juniors to have a go at racing. The goal is to have fun racing and see how you are compared to the other juniors in Victoria.
Trail Report
With 70cm of snow laying around, there is an abundance of choice out there. The groomer has been frequenting Sun Valley, Watchbed Creek and the Paralyser, as well as the inner trails and the McKay region. However, my expert pick is the trail out to Cope Hut. Whilst he doesn’t often, the groomer has been heading out there and on a calm day it is a treat of great skiing.
Final Word from your Journo
Monday, earlier this week, was the 15th of July and I turned 21 that day. I had a great day with friends and family and was able to do the thing I love, skiing. Isn’t that sweet?
• Seve de Campo
All the best for your birthday Seve! Ed
CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
LOUNGE
The trails are beautifully set for some proper (and fabulous) winter skiing. Pic - Jo Oshaughnessy
Lcoming 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.
couple of years that series kind of fell apart. I then stared racing the national series. MR: How many national events have you raced?
SA SNOWSPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS
A Wonderful Week
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.
Almost 200 young athlete participants have been taking part in the South Australian Interschools Snowsport Championships at Falls Creek this week.
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?
Carving up the mountain were school children aged from 5 to 17 competing in snowboard and alpine skiing events on Wednesday and Thursday. They all raced down the NASTAR slalom course, with live times on the Snowracer website.
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.
MR: How did you get into riding?
SASKI week also comprised Opening and Medal ceremonies, night skiing, trophy presentations, a silent auction and lots of family fun.
Ben: Pretty much because of my Dad,
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Ben: My first national year in 2015. I raced three events, Toowoomba, Adelaide, and Canberra and placed 3rd overall for the series. In 2016 I raced the Bright, Perth and Adelaide National series events winning all three and the U19 series overall. I then went on to win U19 National Champs in Adelaide (with a time that would have knocked Troy Brosnan off the elite podium).
SA Interschools chairperson Kati Wenk said it was an exciting week with skiers and snowboarders of all abilities competing.
“With a number of school groups and many individual family entries, this year’s SA Interschools provided the opportunity for many newcomers to try the race events,” Mrs Wenk said.
MR: How did you end up travelling and racing alongside Chris Panozzo (2 time Elite Gravity Enduro Australian champion)?
“Many entrants who had arrived earlier in the week took the chance to prepare for the race by practicing on the NASTAR course on Monday and Tuesday.”
of the races he was doing.
MR: What are your goals for this year, more EWS or is going to be too hard to juggle school?
“The bonus of our SASKI event is witnessing the big smiles when each of the entrants finishes their ski or snowboard. I don’t tire of the enjoyment each year” added Kati.
“Importantly, SA Interschools couldn’t be run without the assistance of Falls Creek Resort, our committee and volunteers and the many sponsors and donors as well as the support of SA families.”
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. 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
SA Interschools hopes to provide more opportunities for school-registered children in 2020. “We’d like all South Australian school children to know they can participate in SA Interschools as our focus
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Ben: I’m racing the EWS in New Zealand and in Tasmania but this year I want to finish Year 12 and get out alive, do as much riding as I can and stay fit. It’s probably not the best year to be going into my first EWS because Year 12 takes up such a massive chunk of my time.
is on participation rather than speed,’’ Mrs Wenk says.
MR: Have you got any plans for further studies such as University, or depending on how these two EWS events go, would you like to chance it and try to become a professional racer?
Ben: I haven’t really thought too much about it. Becoming a professional mountain biker would be pretty sick but you sort of do have to have another profession once you come out the other side.
“Held in the second week of the South Australian school holidays each year, we’d love all holidaying families to encourage their children to enter. Racing down the NASTAR slalom course alone is really one of the safest places on the mountain and assists in improving children’s snowsport abilities.”
MR: Do you think you’d be able to develop a career and race at the same time?
Ben: Yeah, looking at someone like Paul
Another facet of the event is those entrants with the fastest eligible times gain an invitation to attend the National Interschools Championships, which will be held at Mt Buller in September this year. Interested families can find out more information on the SA Interschools website www.SAinterschools.com.au and can sign up for a newsletter to stay informed about upcoming events.
Karen Cross, SASKI President would also like to thank Falls Creek Resort, the community and the Race and Events Department for their fabulous work and cooperation and for making us all feel so welcome. It truly is a wonderful week. •
4 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN
Ben McIlroy with bike - and a ‘can-do’ attitude. Pic - Matt Rousu.
Saski skiiers playing with the Saski letters. Pic - Courtesy Karen Cross
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The Dawn Wall
Live Entertainment
From the misty alpine passes to the burning desert sand.
ext Wednesday, the 24th July, Elk Restaurant will host the annual wine maker’s dinner with Nick Dodds of Sante Wines along with Matthew Di Sciascio, one of the wine makers at Santa & D’Sas and …ISH Wines of the King Valley.
From the Eastern coastal fringes where the wattle grows the best,
To the lonely rugged gorges of the Kimberley out West.
Wine buffs will gain an insight into why King Valley Wines are strongly influenced by an Italian community that settled in this part of NE Victoria and now produce an array of wines that reflect their heritage.
The wattle is our symbol, and a hundred years before Henry Lawson wrote of the shearers’ strikes he saw---
The King Valley wine region has one of the greatest concentrations of Italian varieties of any wine region in Australia. Matt and his counterparts combine Italian heritage and cool climate viticultural styles to produce wines of finesse.
“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.”
Saturday 20th 6:30pm at Cloud 9.
AUSTRALIAN WATTLE
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,
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
Of all the native trees the wattle wins the test, For it blooms in golden trusses and the wild birds make their nest.
Nick will compare the growing popularity of Italian Wines, where they are produced and imported in increasing amounts each year into Australia, with Matt Di Sciascio who has developed his own range of Italian inspired D’SAS and …ISH wines as winemaker for the Di Sciascio Family Wines (one of James Halliday’s ‘Ten Dark Horses’ in the 2016 Wine Companion).
High up in the canopy, well in from the borders,
It will be a fascinating journey throughout the evening with the friendly competition between two wine experts that have an extensive knowledge of Italian wines such as Sangiovese, Dolcetto, Barbera, Pinot Grigio, Fiano and the increasing popularity with Australian wine buffs Prosecco (Glera) style Sparkling wines.
Astra Day Spa offers a range of packages and treatments using only the best products. Visit us today to find out more.
A Four-course dinner plus canapes inclusive of matched wines will complement the event as well as an extensive range of other Italian inspired wines to taste on the evening Cost $120 per person.
Ph 5758 3496 spa@astrafallscreek.com.au
Bookings via Trybookings: https://www. trybooking.com/BEAUZ. •
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.
Pictured, Winemakers Matthew Di Sciascio and Andrew Santarossa.
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. •
It’s the Wattle and the Redgum that draw our hearts back home.
Phantom •
In January, 2015, American rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson captivated the world with their effort to climb the Dawn Wall, a seemingly impossible 3,000 foot rock face in Yosemite National Park, California. The pair lived on the sheer vertical cliff for weeks, igniting a frenzy of global media attention. But for Tommy Caldwell, the Dawn Wall was much more than just a climb. It was the culmination of a lifetime defined by overcoming obstacles. At the age of 22, the climbing prodigy was taken hostage by rebels in Kyrgyzstan. Shortly after, he lost his index finger in an accident, but resolved to come back stronger. When his marriage fell apart, he escaped the pain by fixating on the extraordinary goal of free climbing the Dawn Wall. Blurring the line between dedication and obsession, Caldwell and his partner Jorgeson spend six years meticulously plotting and practicing their route. On the final attempt, with the world watching, Caldwell is faced with a moment of truth…•
Kilian Jornet - Path To Everest
Tuesday 23 July, 8:30pm @ Frying Pan Inn.
When he was a child Kilian Jornet, the world’s greatest ever mountain runner, made a list of all the races he wanted to win and all the mountains he dreamt of climbing. The documentary tells the story of how Kilian Jornet, the world’s greatest ever mountain runner, succeeded in completing the historic double ascent of Everest in one week, alone and without oxygen in May 2017. •
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L O CA L RAD I O
Oversnow Taxi Service Available Carries up to 10 people. Pick up available from all accommodation venues on the mountain.
FM
In the Harrietville area
$80 one way or $150 return Last taxi 9:30pm. Reservations essential, please call 03 5758 1208
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Mount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local news, snow reports and developing programs.
Ph: 5754 4554
Email: info@alpineradio.com.au
Website: www.alpineradio.com.au
And, just so that you know, this week we have Danwar at the Falls Creek Hotel doing Harvey Hour on Tuesday 23rd and Thursday 25th.
Then, at the Frying Pan, after the Night Show on Thursday 25th we have the elusive and incredible OOZ who just “likes to keep the cats happy!” •
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! AGE Good Food Guide since 1998
Lonely Planet Guide Bookings Please! – Gift Vouchers available
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
· 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
Open 7 days by appointment Chair photos: 8:45 to 10:30am!
·Newspapers and magazines Open 8am – 7pm Daily
Located in Slalom day carpark at the bottom of Halley’s Comet Chairlift. Tel: 57 583 009
For pick and pack deliveries please visit www.foodworkshighcountry.com.au
Falls Creek
FRONT PAGE
A Touch of History
It is somewhat amazing how things evolve. The image on the front page of this week’s paper is actually a scan of the very first production put together by your editor in 1980. And there is a bit of a story behind it all.
The image on the front page of this week’s paper is actually a scan of the very first production put together by your editor in 1980. And there is a bit of a story behind it all.
As a fresh faced young ‘legend in his own lunch-box,’ your Ed arrived in Falls Creek in April 1980 – straight out of the city where he had been selling boats. But the boating industry took a dive when the OPEC countries screwed the world for the price of oil. Resin and fibre-glass are both petro-chemicals. You needed petrol to tow your boat and petrol to run your boat. Therefore the boating industry was getting slugged in four different directions. Your Ed arrived ‘on the bones of his backside’ and was able to get a job working as a labourer on the new building in Falls
Bowl. But it went ahead.
Before starting the job on the car park for the season under the watchful eye of Operations manager Peter Norris, your Ed was able to continue working on the building of Sundance Inn until the official
With the season moving on to full stride, it was time to go and hit the pubs after work.
“There’s a band on at The Man” which had the disco floor downstairs. “No there’s not.”
“Let’s go to the Friers” “They’re charging to
Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine & Lachlan McKeeman.
A Bill Bachman photo in the Australiasian Post September 1982 shows your editor enjoyinf the body painting at Sundance in September 1981.
get in” No they’re not” “Yes they are!” And your Ed’s attitude was “if you guys don’t know what is going on, how are the visitors going to know where to go and spend their money.”
metres so far this week and the conditions are perfect to ‘keep on pumping!’ Falls Creek Museum
To 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.
As well as working days parking cars, your Ed got a job behind the bar at Sundance in the evenings. And the place was going off. If you look closely at the front page you will see where Sundance had the services of a resident band ‘Spiral’ who played six nights a week and Sunday arvo. And other live acts were planned.
Speaking of museum, the historical society – and in particular one Karen Smythe –has done a fabulous job of putting this
John Blackett, the Sundance manager needed some fliers produced to promote the up-coming two night gig by ‘The Drifters’ fresh from the US of A. Being a resourceful sort of chap, your Ed said “Yep, I can do that!” Rod Brown is a brother to Marnie Searles at Kilimanjaro and was also working on the car park with your Ed. Rod is also a very good graphic artist and he very kindly created, by hand, the very first flier that was then photocopied and delivered around the village onto every notice board and into every lodge.
AD PROOF
Week in Falls Creek.’ Now, forty years later and the paper is still here.
Travelling to Falls Creek this winter?
A close look at the artwork on the front page will show that Sundance also offered Live Entertainment, the resident band (as mentioned), a regular feature movie, a cocktail hour with Peter O’Keefe on piano, the Jazz sessions on Sunday afternoon and your choice of Chinese or Australian meals. Yep, Sundance was the way to go.
Leave the worries chains, coping with anti-freeze and icy roads behind you! Park
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.
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 next week, your Ed sold some advertising to Gary McLindin, the manager at the Frying Pan Inn and also some advertising to the Falls Creek Chinese Restaurant (located in Sundance) and the paper was born – imaginatively titled ‘This
You will also hear about Mountain Film returning to Falls Creek for the 2nd year on Sunday 29 July. Don’t miss it! •
the Bogong Power Station Information Centre For historical & geological exhibits.
LOCAL RADIO
The means slow enough to avoid an mishaps – like losing your steering because your front wheels lock up when you put the brakes on –and you slide in to a ditch (at best!).
Alpine Radio 96.5
Get rid of ALL of the snow from your car – it’s dangerous!
Carry chains (for your drive wheels), gloves (for your hands), mat (to keel on), torch (to see), and knowledge (to know how and when to fit and remove chains).
Ph: 5754 4554
CONTRACT
Email: info@alpineradio.com.au Website: www.alpineradio.com.au
There are other notable achievements to be recognised and we’ll try and get them done in future editions. Barry Jones at Pretty Valley is also celebrating 40 years and the Lee family are celebrating 50 years of Attunga Lodge. •
Tawonga South and ride our comfortable warm coach to Falls Creek!
FRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2017
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Melbourne, Albury and Mount Beauty will have you on the slopes sooner –without the fuss!!
Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au Ph: 03 5754 4024
5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty Phone 5754 1270
Just a little bit more detail on the first version of This Week in Falls Creek. Artwork courtesy Rod Brown.
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Snow Ski 32
This two level three bedroom, two bathroom, beautifully appointed property which sleeps eight, is situated right beside the free Gully Chairlift and offers true ski-in ski-out access to the Eagle and Summit Quad chairlifts.
Snow Ski is a well-managed complex and the apartment is north facing with excellent views down the Gully Run and toward Spion Kopje and Mt Bogong. Recently, a glass roofed, heated balcony was installed with full width windows and sliding door at a cost in excess of $50,000.
Until last year the Village Bowl area was not as popular as Slalom Plaza because of difficulty for beginners and children being able to access the snowsports school at the top of Halley’s Comet, thus needing to use the Village shuttle bus. The situation has now changed dramatically with the installation of the Eagle High Speed Quad detachable chairlift. This now means that inexperienced skiers can use this excellent lift, which virtually stops at the bottom and at the top to make boarding and disembarking a simple matter. From the top it is an easy journey across to Cloud 9 and Snowsports School.
Furthermore, for the more advanced skiers who wish to ski Ruined Castle and Scotts, rather than using its slow predecessor, the new lift whisks you up to the top of Scotts in a fraction of the time and you will be carving
turns on Ruined Castle before the rest of the world has got anywhere near the runs. This lift was only installed last year and the realisation of its benefits by the skiing fraternity has resulted in dramatic increases in rental returns for Snow Ski.
Works to enable a new 50 year lease have now been completed. You can live in the property or rent out as you wish through the on-site management.
Snow Ski is situated close to excellent restaurants such as the recently refurbished Frying Pan, BE Food store and the Falls Creek Hotel. There is a shuttle stop close by with regular free shuttles travelling around the village. The Accommodation Transport Service will deliver arriving guests right to the door of the complex.
In the summer months, (we describe as everything not winter), the location can be easily accessed by car with adequate parking out front or nearby.
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. 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 the Village Bowl. 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.
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.
The property is listed for sale with Falls Creek Real Estate for $430,000. Contact on-mountain representative Ted Weeks, Mb: 0456 022 211. •
PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:
2019
WINTER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES
Ed 08 * 26.07.19 * Alpine Masters, Rider X, Women’s XC Camp. Aus Open Champs. (C)
Ed 09 * 02.08.19 * ASSSTC, Rails Under Lights, Big Air Comp. Mini Series Three. (C)
Ed 10 * 09.08.19 * Ski de Femme, RV Rush & SV Ramble, Rails Under Lights, Big Air (C)
Ed 11 * 16.08.19 * Kangaroo Hoppet Lead Up, Invitation Night Sprints, Photography Exhibition. (C)
DISTRIBUTION:
• 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.
ONLINE:
• Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/
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CLASSIFIEDS: • Like the Trading Post. Send in your Classifieds and pay when you sell.
BUSINESS DIR.:
ENQUIRIES
IT HAD TO HAPPEN
I’m Blonde and I’m Flying to Melbourne
Aplane is on its way to Melbourne when a Blonde in Economy Class gets up & moves to the First Class section and sits down
The Flight attendant watches her do this and asks to see her ticket.
She then tells the Blonde passenger that she will have to return to her Economy seat.
The Blonde replies, “I’m blonde, I’m beautiful, I’m going to Melbourne and I’m staying right here!”
The flight attendant goes into the cockpit and tells the pilot and co-pilot that there is some blonde bimbo sitting in First Class who belongs in Economy and won’t move back to her seat.
The co-pilot goes back to the blonde and tries to explain that because she only paid for economy, she is only entitled to an Economy seat and she will have to return to her original seat.
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.
CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL
Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au
The Blonde replies, “I’m blonde, I’m beautiful, I’m going to Melbourne and I’m staying right here!”
Exasperated, the co-pilot tells the pilot that it was no use and that he probably should have the police waiting when they land to arrest the Blonde who won’t listen to reason.
“You say she’s blonde? I’ll handle this, I’m married to a blonde, and I speak blonde!”
The pilot goes back to the blonde, whispers in her ear, and she says, “Oh I’m sorry - I had no idea,” gets up and
TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS
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.
moves back to her seat in Economy.
The flight attendant and co-pilot are amazed and asked him what he said to make her move without any fuss.
The pilot replied, “I told her First Class isn’t going to Melbourne!!!” •
We have lots to keep you warm! Clothing, Boots, Work wear, Insulation, Heaters! If you need it, we have it – or we’ll get it! Gift vouchers and free gift wrapping available
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.
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
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
AUGUST
Weekly Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am Saturdays. Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue. Ph: 03 5754 1118.
1st 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.
3rd TDFNL Rd 16. Dederang Mount Beauty V Wodonga Saints @ Dederang.
4th Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series Three. 11am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Lynn-Maree 0409592 226.
6th – 8th Aus Secondary Schools Ski Teams Alpine Championships. Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
7th – 9th Aus Secondary Schools Ski Teams XC Championships. Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Heath 03 5754 4005.
8th Regular Monthly Meeting of the UKV Community Association. 7:30pm in the Auditorium, beside the Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre. All Welcome. For more info, phone: Mb: 0428 226 922.
8th 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.
9th Rails Under Lights. 6pm – 9pm. A brand new rail jam in the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
10th Regular Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.
10th TDFNL Rd 17. Tallangatta V Dederang Mount Beauty.
10th Big Air 10am – 2pm on the Ruined Castle Terrain Park. Practice 10am – 12noon. Judged Runs from 1pm. Presentations 4pm. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
10th Ski de Femme Freestyle Fun Race. 1km, 2.5km
and 5km. 10am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Ronice: 0409 332 642.
11th Rocky Valley Rush & Sun Valley Ramble. Freestyle 7.5 & 15km. 10:30am. Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Ann 0427 006 246.
15th North East Primary School Relays. 11am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Ronice: 0409 332 642.
15th 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.
16th 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
17th TDFNL Rd 18. Dederang Mount Beauty V Thurgoona @ Dederang
20th 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.
22nd 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.
22nd Falls Creek Invitation Night Sprints 6pm in the Village Bowl, bottom of Summit outside the Frying Pan Inn. Ph: 03 5754 1045.
23rd David Rosendale Photography Exhibition. The Boardroom at QT Friday 6pm – 8pm. Sat & Sun 10am – 8pm. Em: info@davidrosendale.com.au.
24th All In Slope-style. 9am – 2pm. Ruined Castle Terrain Park. Falls Creek’s home-grown Slopestyle Event. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
24th Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. 9:30am: Kangaroo Hoppet, 42km. 9:40am. Australian Birkebeiner, 21km. 9:50am. Joey Hoppet, 7km. Contact the Race Secretary: 03 5754 1045.
29th Rudi Pendl Night Race. 6pm on the Summit. In memory of an Austrian friend that embraced snow, dance, cooking and all of Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
31st Australian Junior XC Sprint Championships. 9:30am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Ann 0427 006 246.
