Well, after 11 days straight… to be honest I’m a bit over blue skies. I love them immediately after a huge dump of snow and will take those ‘bluebird mornings’ any day… but seriously, I’ve gone through two (30ml) tubes of sunblock already!
Given spring has sprung, and we enter into the gradual decline in the snow pack, the ever optimist in me looks to the weather forecast for that one, just one last burst of snow before the season starts winding down.
The last couple of seasons, the snow gods have blessed us with a September to remember… and it’s not uncommon to get a cheeky solid top up early/mid-September. ie. 1991, 1992, 1996, 2003, 2004, 2017 (Blizzard of Oz 3.0), 2018…
And tickety-boo… my wish looks to be coming true… with nearly all the weather pontificators forecasting a nice little 20, maybe 30 and up to 50cm top up happening – hopefully as you are reading this.
Heading to the stats sheet, diligently
compiled by Falls Creek Ski Patrol and maintained by Rob ‘Des’ Decker, so far this year, statistically speaking it’s been a relatively decent, above average season. The resort has recorded its 5th highest 24 hour snow accumulation with 46cm dumped on August 8/9th, plus above average consecutive snow day events so far this century, the 13th highest total average accumulation and 15th best season maximum (162cm) in the last 30 years. Then finally, in terms of accumulated snow, the 10th best year in the last 30! Having been spoiled with two ripper seasons in 2017 and 2018, by comparison, this year has been better than average.
So, spring skiing here we come, oh yeah and unlike some other mountains, our declared snow season was ALWAYS going through until October 6th… no hoo-hah, just business as usual. So, oodles of time to get some more turns in and, to bring up friends and introduce them to the awesomeness that is spring skiing.
This time of year, after a season of competing, the best athletes in the industry close out their seasons vying for podiums and PB’s. The penultimate one for many are the National Interschool Championships
12noon – 4pm Tuesday to Sunday
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Panabode Building, Slalom Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: E4. Look for the Harvey Kat.
being held at Mt Buller during the week ending September 8th. Good luck to all the Falls Creek based/trained competitors. Having come fresh off the back of Ski and Snowboard Australia’s Children’s Championship series hosted here at Falls this last week, all our up and coming champions are certainly in great form to represent the mountain proudly and to reach new personal bests. Good luck to all.
This weekend in Falls Creek however, all eyes will be focused on the Summit Masters, up in the Village Bowl. It’s a spectacle, especially when combined with a preponderance of retro outfits in all manner of hues and vintages. The fashions, let alone the skiing should be a sight in and of itself.
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 • Water Supply • Waste Management
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 – 10pm Friday: 8am – 12
Falls Creek local Steve ‘Guru’ Weston has been ‘threatening’ locals with his vintage selection of outfits all week.
Make sure you head to the Village Bowl on Saturday for the thrills and spills of the bumps skiing. It’s a great revival of a Falls Creek icon and not to be missed, but best viewed from the sidelines (Frying Pan Inn). Plus, the calamity of seeing some skiers attempt to relive former glory days and do things their bodies simply can’t quite do, makes for great entertainment. Then if Lycra is more your thing, the Masters Giant Slalom is being held on Sunday too.
Foodie Tip of the Week: Milch Café
Bar – breakfast, lunch and dinner… not to mention special baked treats daily. Now also with special spring deals and all day breakfast – it makes Milch a go to on the mountain.
Après’ is popular and the hot apple pie cider, or espresso martinis are a great way to end a day on the slopes. Kids will love the hot chocolates in a variety of flavours and there are versions for the grownups too. For a quick lunch, personally, the soft shell tacos are a favourite, but the real treat is dinner and a magnificent selection of desserts. Oh, and the cheese platter, if you can fit it in, is worth the indulgence. Bookings on 03 5758 3407.
Now, slip, slop, slap and get out there… enjoy Aussie spring skiing at its best. • Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management
You may have noticed a considerable influx on Chinese skiers in the last week or so. It turns out that a group of dedicated young athletes are staying at the Falls Creek Country Club and we were able to get a photo and some details last Friday.
The team interpreter has provided the following information.
1. There’re 39 athletes in total, most of them are born between 1998 and 2003.
2. They have never tried skiing or xc before until last year, and most of them are from the south part of China where it’s barely snow.
3. Most of them have been training as professional athletes from an early age and their original sports are rowing, kayaking, canoeing or running.
4. As a fact, we don’t have a rich xc culture and xc is not that popular in China, so we lack xc athletes as well as facilities, coaches, etc.
As you know, China will hold the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, so to fulfil our goal - to participate in all events, the national decision-maker decided to transfer some athletes from summer sport to winter sport.
5. After the physical test, almost 200 athletes were chosen to train as xc skiers, some of them start training from 2018 February while some of them start from 2018 November.
6. The coaches we hired are from Finland and Norway. The team train/race in Europe in winter and train in China in summer. •
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.
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.
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.
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, or the Snowsports School Office in Cloud 9. For any enquiries, please contact us at (03) 5758 1000. ‘All trails lead you home at Falls Creek!’
The Summit Masters is a freestyle mogul event which has had a long history. It ran for 10 consecutive years from 1985 through to 1995 and inspired generations of freestyle mogul skiers.
The event was the brain child of Linny Grosse, who was a Falls Creek local and Freestyle champion. Katie Steven, (who grew up in Falls while the family ran Pretty Valley Lodge) is a close friend of Linny’s and explained recently that she was the visionary behind the event and her drive was to create a world class Freestyle mogul event in Australia that was equal to or better than those in which she had competed in overseas.
In the early days of Freestyle Mogul competitions, the moguls were ‘natural’ which meant that they were made simply by skiing the intended course. Each competitor needed to choose where on the course they would do their two aerial tricks which added challenge and spectacle to the
event. The Summit Masters prided itself with having the best natural mogul field in Australia, due in part to the perfect pitch, the fall line and the quantity of local mogul skiers creating it.
During the Summit Masters competition, technique, speed, adherence to the fallline, two dynamic air tricks as well as the competitors own personal interpretation of The Summit run were all taken into account in judging the true mantel of Summit Master male, female and junior champion.
• The shape of the event is true to its roots with natural moguls being skied in three days before. The start will launch in the traditional spot just below the Summit rock. The finish will be on the race line.
• We will have five age divisions (for both male and female), an overall Male and Female winner and best retro outfit and competitor Male and Female.
• Bumps Racing will all happen on the Saturday with presentations taking place in the Frying Pan after racing is completed.
• Looking for Brekky. The Frying Pan will be open from 8:30am Saturday and 10am Sunday for coffee and Egg & Bacon Rolls.
• Sunday will then be devoted to the GS – including the Masters with racing on Après Vous starting at 10am. Presentations will take in the Frying Pan at the completion of racing.
• Entertainment on Saturday night will feature the popular ‘Lyrical’ doing an après gig and then again after dinner.
• Some of the prior competitors that spring to mind are as follows and there a few from the list below that will return to the hallowed ground of the Summit to celebrate the past and the return of the Summit Masters to Falls Creek.
Lin Grosse, Eric Hymans, Mark & Katie Steven, Steven & Tracy Lee, Paul, Adrian, Simon & Tom Costa, Craig, Laif & Renja Moegel, Charlie & Bena Brown, Lisa Spargo, Kent Dowding, Mike Clark, Brent Bignal, Graham Cox, Andy Mero, Donny Brown, Colin Morrison, Lisa Nicholas, Andy Kelly, Danielle Brooks, Marcus Lovett, Peter Williams, Rod Drill, Andy Thomas, Mitch and many more great characters of the free style era. •
What a long weekend of competitions that was! Exciting racing, friends and rivals visiting from other clubs and lots of catch up drinks!
We kicked off with the Rudi Pendl Cup on Thursday 29th August. The Rudi Pendl Cup pays tribute to a much loved former member of the Falls Creek Race and Events Team with a GS course set on the Summit and fireworks after the race as a celebratory tribute to his long standing contribution to the mountain. There is nothing quite like racing on the Summit under lights. It’s a great experience. Race Clubbers young and old took part with some great results and bragging rights secured for another 12 months by the end of the night.
The U8, U10 & U12’s had a fun Agility Race against our closest rival (from a distance perspective) Hotham Race Club on Friday 30 August, followed by a BBQ to fuel hungry tummies. We had a glorious blue-sky day for the event, and the kids and parents alike enjoyed it.
Mt Buller turned on the sun and the bumps for the ABOM Mogul Challenge on Saturday 31st August with the action extending into a thrilling night final under new stadium lights. Britt Cox was in good form for her 14th event starting the competition back as a Junior in 2005 ultimately taking 2nd place on the podium in the Open Division and Issy Bond also taking 2nd place on the podium, but in the youth division. Well done Ladies!
Thanks you to everyone who volunteered for the SSA Children’s Carnival event that
took place over three days at Falls last weekend. Falls really turned it on for our friends and rivals from Buller, Hotham, Thredbo & Perisher. The buzz around the village was that our visitors were very impressed with our racecourses, our ski-in ski-out accommodation, our cafes, bars and restaurants and how friendly everyone is. So basically - everything we love about Falls!
We were extremely proud of all our Race Club Kids who competed. The courses were not easy and there was a lot of very strong competition from other clubs.
Congratulations to the following athletes for making the podium.
Ski Cross – U14 Lachlan Houghton 3rd Place. Ski Cross – U16 Maddie Hooker 2nd Place. Ski Cross – U16 James Houghton 2nd Place. GS - U14 Lachlan Houghton 1st Place for both Race 1 &
Race 2. GS - U14 Connor Deane 3rd Place
Race 2. GS - U14 Ella Green 3rd Place
Race 1. Slalom - U14 Ella Green 3rd Place
Race 2.
A big thank you has to go out to Macca and his team of six Race & Events staff (Six people! Huge workload. Small team. Wow) for their event coordination and the Groomers for preparing those beautiful race courses (as well as training courses for the Junior/FIS kids to train on at 7am in the morning while the SSA Kids Carnival was going on). It takes a huge amount of work to put on one event, let alone events of SSA Kids Carnival size three days in a row following on from the Rudi Pendle Cup last Thursday and a friendly Agility Race against Team Hotham last Friday. Well done to the Groomers and Race & Events!!
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And of course a big thank you to everyone who answered the call and volunteered to gatekeeper. We ended up with 28 people volunteering. Thank you to Stephen Green, Jocelyn Kawana, Antoniette Walsh, Symon Pyrohiw, David Rose, Lucy Lui, Emilie Fary, Simon Whiteley, Jamie Stanton, Steven Bond, Stuart Smyth, Amy Wise, Camille Jackson, Daniel Wells, Kayley Marriner, Keith Archibald, Ineke Thomas and Stuart Smythe.
And special thanks to Rebecca Buscombe, Kate Sanderson, Gina Schoff, Tom Breen & Leah Breen for volunteering for two days of events, and to Nyree Fiddes & Ronan Pringle, Tom, Leah & Dom Breen, Christa Zirknitzer & Alex Smit and finally David Etherton & Karen Etherton for doubling down as a family and logging two days of volunteering (or 5 days in the case of the Breens!!). We couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you. Cheers, Nyree FiddesFalls Creek Race Club. •
Our Members’ Camp last weekend saw a lot of ‘firsts’ with members conquering many and varied challenges. The following is a little summary of how the team went. Grant Conquers the Mono Sit-ski. Falls Creek turned the corner into Spring last weekend as Grant prepared to move up into an independent mono sit-skier. With the perfect combination of corduroy groomers under a glorious bluebird sky, Grant’s objective was straightforward, he wanted to ski independently with his family who were due to arrive for a three-day session. After a couple of semi-assisted runs down Wombats and Drovers with Pete Hull on hand for a bit of stability and guidance it was good to see that by late morning, there was no need for Pete as Grant moved to Highway, while loading and unloading with little more than a pair of stabilising guide’s hands either side, while increasing the difficulty level by settling into intuitive skiing on Main Street and Rapunzel’s.
The next day Grant’s family had arrived and after a couple of warmups on Drovers, Grant and his family were skiing as a family again, and most importantly, Grant was skiing on his own terms. After an introduction to the principles of blocking, lift loading and general safety for Grant’s family, it was all downhill from there on in (pardon the pun)! Finally, just as we thought it couldn’t get any better, Paralympian Lincoln Budge showed up after lunch for a bit of ripping and oneon-one instruction with the Maynards. Last time we saw Grant he was tired and grinning from ear to ear and stoked for a couple more days of (as Pete Hull puts it) inclusive and independent skiing.
Alexandria
Alexandria (Alli) had skied once before and had enjoyed her skiing even though hearing everything was not always possible. A recent operation on Alli’s legs for alignment also made this weekend challenging. On Saturday Alli (with Fiona) conquered her leg turns and on Sunday Alli could be seen making perfect C shape turns down by Mouse Trap to the delight of the Lift Operator and her Instructor and Guides. Progression continued to Drovers and Wombats Ramble where Alli was ploughing down the small trails on the side of Wombats and into difficult terrain, all under control. When asked how she felt looking back at side stepping on Saturday
morning and snow ploughing to her final run on Sunday Alli said “just awesome: and naturally did not want to leave.
Jason
DWA knew the day would arrive and on Sunday it did with Jason on a Snowboard and after a long time of heel sliding on the snow board Jason managed to move to the toe side and link his turns. Sean was on hand to direct and witness the event and immediately sent a video back to the team. I am not sure who was the happiest Jason, Sean or the whole of DWA. What a first Jason. Here is to a life of carving and linking turns forever.
If you would like to know more about supporting, volunteering or donating to DWA, go to www.disabledwintersport.com. au. •
Ever watched a downhill ski race and wondered how that racer gets such great performance and control from their boot? They achieve it by having not even millimetre of spare space in their boots because they have crammed their feet into a hole that is too small.
Race boots have one point in life – to be fast. They are designed for maximum feedback and performance. They are not designed to be comfortable. They’re built to be skied for three minutes at a time at up to 130ish km/hr. They have a thick shell that is fairly uniform with extra thick walls in areas of increased force. They’re known as a plug boot.
Race liners are thin and quite dense; they should be put on in the following order: place foot in liner, lace up liner, squish foot and liner in shell, buckle to the maximum tension achievable.
Retail ski boots (this covers ski boots for the rest of us mere mortals that make up the remaining ski world) are designed for a balance of control and comfort. This group of boots covers alpine ski boots, alpine touring boots, beginner boots, performance boots, and whatever else you can think of. Each boot and each skier is looking for a different balance between comfort and performance. Retail boots can be super light, have extra functions such as walk modes, and relatively cushy, or even fluffy, liners. The width of these boots is between 98 and 103mm across the forefoot at a size 27.0.
Fitting race boots is obviously quite different. Fitting retail boots is all about creating the gross geometry needed by using the bootfitter’s ‘go-to’ activity – the expansion. Once this shape is made, the liner is typically heated up and does its best to mould to the foot shape of the wearer. Most retail liners are heat mouldable to a degree and do an okay job of moulding to the foot in question.
Race boot liners do not mould, they are super thin – usually around 4 to 5mm. Race boot shells are an average of 8 to 9mm thick. Fitting race boots is about grinding the details of the skiers’ foot out of the inside of the shell. These boots are closer to 92 or 93mm wide inside- not enough room to fit a foot, so it’s always going to be crammed in. A good boot fitter will use a Dremel-like tool to grind out bony points on the foot to at least represent the shape of the foot if not the volume. Expanding plug boots is inaccurate and a bit of a hassle – the thickness of the plastic makes it prone to returning to its original shape. Expanding also lacks the accuracy most racers require from their boots.
So next time you watch a ski racer, consider the squishy foot shape and discomfort she’s putting up with to achieve those edges. It’s always give and take with boots. •
Krista Sturday, Podiatrist and Boot-fitter at Ortho Ski
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Nine students from three different schools across NE Victoria recently undertook what could be termed ‘the trip of a young life-time’ travelling to Nyikina Country in the Kimberly.
My name is Grace Walkley and I have just spent 18 days in this amazing Kimberley region courtesy of the Outdoor School (Bogong Campus) as an extension of the ‘Future Makers’ program. A group of nine girls including myself and our two teachers flew to Broome on the 4th of August before coming back just recently on the 21st. Whilst we were in the Kimberley we spent a week on country at Mt Anderson Station and at Gee Gully with the Nyikina and Mangala people. We sat, listened and learnt so much about Nyikina culture and language with the elders and other locals. We listened to them as they told us their stories passionately, taking us to sites from
creation and dreamtime stories. In all of this rich culture and beauty comes some of the relevant issues they and we as a nation are facing. Many of these issues are receiving little to no exposure or publicity.
Most people in Australia have heard of both Gina Rinehart and the Fitzroy River. If you haven’t, Gina Rinehart is one of Australia’s richest women, and the Fitzroy possibly one of the bigger rivers in northern Australia known for its huge discharge.
This river has an average discharge of 5,900 gigalitres when flooded. However average isn’t a reliable or relevant term due to climate change and other remaining factors and therefore shouldn’t be used in proposals or research. Gina and her company, Hancock Prospecting, have proposed to create a Fitzroy irrigation scheme. This would be detrimental to the river and our continent. Australia currently without this scheme is an extremely dry continent and along with climate change has so little fresh water. This proposed future for the Fitzroy would be taking out 300 billion litres of water - water that is essential in saving the human race, and reversing the damage climate change is rapidly impinging on our ONLY earth. Let nature and the
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As a result of this journey I have created some amazing memories with my new family among the Jarlmadangah community. This type of trip is an experience that I would recommend to everyone. Further educating and deepening your knowledge on our country is something truly special. I am so grateful for everyone that made my trip possible and hope I have in some way inspired you to take action in any way possible. In closing, a special thanks to Jarlmadangah Burru Community School. •
The Falls Creek community has turned out once again in a unified show of support for Australians suffering from Leukaemia.
Leukaemia is the general name given to a group of cancers that develop in the bone marrow. Leukaemia originates in developing blood cells that have undergone a malignant change. This means that they multiply in an uncontrolled way and do not mature properly, leaving them unable to function as they should.
Both adults and children can develop leukaemia but certain types are more common in different age groups.
What is Light the Night?
Light the Night is the Leukaemia Foundation’s beautiful evening lantern walk, where Australians come together and transform the darkness into a sea of glowing light to give hope to all those impacted by blood cancer.
Lantern holders can also help raise vital funds to support families living with blood cancer and towards investment into lifechanging research. There are three coloured lanterns – each with a special significance. Gold is to remember loved ones lost to blood cancer. White is for your own blood cancer journey. Blue is to show community support for all those affected.
Since 2014, Falls Creek Resort Management has hosted a unique snow-
based take on the Leukaemia Foundation’s series of ‘Light the Night’ walks. In the 2019 Light the Night ski, more than 50 visitors and residents took to the slopes at Slalom Plaza to participate in a night-time lantern ski down Wombat’s Ramble, the country’s longest green ski run.
Taking donations from a series of promotions, more than $2,000 was raised on Saturday, bringing the total raised by the resort to more than $18,500 since we first hosted the event.
Marketing & Communications Director, Jo Prothero, was full of praise for those who dug deep to support the cause.
“It’s fantastic to see so many of our wonderful visitors and community members helping out to raise funds for this wonderful cause. Leukaemia has touched the lives of many Australians and it’s inspiring to see everyone come together to fight it.”
“Falls Creek’s support of the Leukaemia Foundation and their fundraising efforts has been shown by nearly $20,000 being raised by the community in the six years since the Light the Night Ski began.”
With the event marking the last official day of winter in 2019, Falls Creek is set to enjoy excellent skiing conditions with more than 120cm natural snow base leading into spring. These conditions have seen other Australian resorts this week announce they will extend their 16 week seasons to match Falls Creek’s longer 17 week declared snow season, ending Sunday October 6th.
AGL is committed to making a sustainable and positive contribution within the Mount Beauty and Eildon regions.
The Community Fund aims to:
• Deliver community wide benefits from the project,
• Support the work of community organisations,
• Develop strong relationships with the local and wider communities
Where can I apply?
Applications for the 2019/20 AGL Hydro Community Fund open on 2 September 2019 and close on 30 September 2019. Applications will be reviewed by an independent panel and applicants will be advised of the outcome of their applications in October 2019.
Visit the AGL website agl.com.au/hydro and download the Community Fund Guidelines and Application Form found under the ‘Community Fund’ tab. Alternatively, you can call AGL on 1800 039 600 to request a form to be sent by mail or email.
Further Information
For further information, please contact AGLCommunity@agl.com.au or call 1800 039 600
Last weekend Falls Creek hosted its final weekend of racing. The Australian Junior Cross Country Ski Championships took place on Saturday the 31st of August and Sunday the 1st of September in stunning Falls Creek weather. 80 Juniors across all age groups (U12 to U20) took part on the weekend which is a lot of juniors!
What was thoroughly enjoyable to see as well was the heaps of support and cheering on the sidelines. Your XC Journo was there to cheer on Australia’s next generation and do a bit of scoping to see who is coming up through the ranks.
On Saturday was a classic style 1km sprint event. The full course for the U20 competitors started in the Nordic bowl and flew up the Hoppet start before making a U turn and coming back down to the finish line via the Aqueduct. The younger kids did a slightly shorter course.
The sprint action was impressive throughout the day with a lot of movement around from the prologues to the final results. In the U20/U18 class Bentley Walker-Broose out-sprinted Fedele de Campo in a very
close finish with only 0.5 of a second separating the young lads. John Mordes had a fantastic day improving greatly on his time trial result to finish third in the final.
In the women’s U20/U18 final Lily Murnane was able to burn out a slightly undercooked Zana Evans (after her recent win in the Joey) with Leila Pammer rounding out the podium and striding really well too!
Jayden Spring and Heli Laajoki took the U16 titles. Heli just held off Claudine Talbot and Rhiannon Castle in some very close racing.
Clancy Merrick Harvey and Olivia Schubert won the U14 class and Alberto Allan and Damika Morton took out the U12 category quite emphatically.
Overall the Victorians had a better kick in the classic sprint with Coach Teehom (Tom McMahon) a major player facilitating the right klister. He earnt himself a cuppa.
The Sunday brought a hot day. It’s funny saying ‘hot’ day at the snow but it had that kind of aura about it you know? Just felt like the winds from Alice Springs had made their way over. Anyway, a Freestyle distance style event took place with the longest events being a 7.5 and 5km for the U20 and U18 Men and Women.
In the 7.5km event, the pace was hot with favourite and New South Welshman Bentley Walker-Broose going off last to chase early pace setters in Fedele de Campo, John Mordes and Hugo Hinckfuss. Bentley was able to hold on to top spot with a time of 19:45 and finished 35 seconds ahead of Hugo Kinckfuss and 40 seconds ahead of Fedele de Campo.
In the Women’s 5km event, young gun Zana Evans also from NSW finished first ahead of Rosie Fordham and Phoebe Cridland.
Perhaps the closest category was the U16 boy’s class. A 5km course ended with the top three separated by only four seconds with Thomas Inglis coming through with a time of and edging out hot roller-skier Jayden Spring and Boris Stanish.
Rhiannon skied well to win the U16 female category ahead of Hannah Gray and Sarah Champion.
The boys and girls U14 skied a 2.5km loop with more close racing. Jake Cridland did the family proud and won his class ahead of Pheonix Sparke and Clancy Merrick Harvey skied solidly to third place.
The girls U14 was won by Sean’hope Craig edging out young charlotte Walker-Broose by six seconds with local girl Rosie Franzke doing well to come third.
Finally in the U12 categories, KV+ sponsor child and roller-ski extraordinaire Alberto Allan showed his talent to come six seconds ahead of Eli Spring and Liam Cullen-Croke.
Damika Morton won ahead of Satu Laajoki and Daisy Craig came third to round off our cutest podium for the weekend!
This weekend of junior racing was the first time FIS points were awarded in the U20 categories with the winners of each distance event being awarded 140.80 FIS points as that is the base line maximum penalty for a FIS distance event, so some good points for the kids! These points will be helpful for the juniors in ‘A’ qualifying for the World Junior Ski Championships which will be in Germany in February 2020. To A qualify you need two results under 180 points or one result under 150 points.
This weekend also rounded out the qualification races for the for Youth Olympics which will be held in Lauseene, Switzerland. As it stands Australia is allowed to send one boy and one girl to the YOG with a sneaky chance of sending an extra female. So lots riding on these results and a lot to be decided over the next couple of weeks.
Good luck to those National Team athletes racing in New Zealand at the Winter Games! A quick shout out to Katerina Paul who has already finished second behind sprint world champion Jessica Diggins! • Seve de Campo
The idea for a winter crossing from Mountain Creek to Mt Hotham first took shape in 1964 between a group of keen skiers from the Wangaratta Ski Club. For those that can remember, 1964 was not a great snow year and the WSC group had gathered for a week of skiing on Mt Bogong from Cleve Cole Hut in order to find some snow on the higher elevations.
One night, quite possibly in amongst singing songs and enjoying friendly camaraderie, the idea of the Straightjackets was born. The Straitjackets were a series of skiing challenges that were viewed as a stern test of endurance. Up-and-down Bogong was considered the easiest of the challenges and was named the Bronze Jacket. Next was the Silver Jacket from Mountain Creek to Falls Creek. The Golden Jacket was Mountain Creek to Hotham. The unlikely Diamond Jacket was from Bogong to Buller and if you wanted platinum studs on it you had to make it there and back in a day. The entry in the Cleve Cole logbook provides more information which was all in good fun.
Uncle Charlie Derrick, a gentle and well-loved farmer from Wangaratta gave this concept a bit more thought over the following summer. Charlie was a strong skier having finished second in the Australian Championships and had enjoyed skiing in Europe in the early 60’s. Training for skiing was rudimentary by contemporary standards during that time and local farmers were frequently met by Charlie running through the paddocks towing drag chains in order to build up his strength. Charlie was keen for the physical challenge but was also highly motivated to promote awareness of the emerging sport of cross-country skiing. Australia was just starting to produce Olympic standard skiers and Charlie knew that awareness of the sport would greatly
increase the number of people enjoying the beautiful Australian Alps.
Charlie chose early September 1965 as the best time to attempt the crossing. The combination of longer days and firm frosthardened snow would provide the best opportunity to safely navigate the route which was poorly defined and not marked by snow poles (at that stage). Choosing a day that looked like good weather Charlie made camp at Mountain Creek on the night of September 2, which was also his father’s birthday. The forecast for the following day looked promising although the alpine forecasting was in its infancy in those years and was notoriously unreliable.
Setting off at 4am, under clear starry skies, it looked like a great day for the attempt. Clothing was not advanced in Australia at that time and a pair of knickerbockers and woollen Victorian Ski Team jumper were considered the height of responsible mountain attire. Hiking up the Staircase Spur with only the moonlight as companion, Charlie made his way past Bivouac Hut and onto the Summit of Bogong for the sunrise. Authors note – I was later told a story of someone who was sleeping in Bivouac Hut that night and Uncle Charlie noted that the door was open. Being conscientious of the mountain huts, Charlie duly closed the door and barred it from the outside, unbeknownst to those asleep within. The only way out was to break out a window which they did as Charlie was disappearing up to the summit of Bogong.
Charlie met some friends from Wang Ski Club who were camped at Cleve Cole for a breakfast of bacon and eggs before starting the difficult descent down to Big River. Skiing on a pair of skis that he made over a home-made steam barrel on the farm, Charlie skied off course a few times before finally getting on to the T-Spur for the main descent. The precious 30mins that he lost there may have had dire consequences later in his journey.
After crossing Big River Charlie made the big climb up Duane Ropers Spur on to the Bogong High Plains. The clear dawn weather had given way to clouds and wind as he struck out across the vast plains
navigating past Mt Nelse, Wallace’s Hut and Mt Jim. The wind and fog turned into rain, that turned to sleet that turned to snow however Charlie, possessed with an iron will, kept skiing as the conditions turned into a blizzard.
Dropping down Basalt Temple, Charlie passed Dibbin’s Hut at the head of the Cobungra River before the final 12km climb up to Mt Hotham. This was the last shelter that Charlie could have utilised as the weather and conditions worsened around him. Charlie struck on, knowing that there was a large welcoming party waiting for him at Brockoff Hut (near Loch car park) at Mt Hotham, including his younger brother Bob. Charlie skied well into the night weary with fatigue from the weather and the physical toll of a challenging environment. Finally, he could go no further. Exhausted he took off his skis and after stumbling a few more steps Charlie lay down to rest at the top of Mary’s Slide at what is now remembered as Derrick Cole. He was just a few hundred metres from Loch Car Park but the weather and the fatigue were too much to bear and this became his final resting place.
The welcoming party at Loch unaware of his location and buffeted by the blizzard around them headed back to the Wangaratta Ski Club in the sombre hope that Charlie had taken refuge at Dibbin’s Hut. Sadly, the search party located his body early the following day and the beautiful, but at times inhospitable, Australian Alps had claimed another life. •
Ben and Chris Derrick
Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine &
metres so far this week and the conditions are perfect to ‘keep on pumping!’ Falls Creek Museum
What a light, bright and spacious one bedroom, one bathroom apartment! This property is a must to inspect.
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.
Speaking of museum, the historical society – and in particular one Karen Smythe –has done a fabulous job of putting this
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.
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.
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.”
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 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.
WINTER EDITION SEVENTEEN
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 bedding configuration is a new splitable 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.
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).
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.
Meet Resort Management CEO Stuart Smythe and Falls Creek Ski Lifts GM Sharon Raguse and get an update on preparation for the upcoming Winter. You will also hear about Mountain Film returning to Falls Creek for the 2nd year on Sunday 29 July. Don’t miss it! •
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
Visit the Bogong Power Station Information Centre
At the reduced price of $235,000, 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. •
Leave the worries of hiring and fitting chains, coping with anti-freeze and icy roads behind you!
Park your car in the secure car-park in Tawonga South and ride our comfortable warm coach to Falls Creek!
FRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2017
Daily departures from 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
For historical & geological exhibits. Now open Sundays 10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine Village Group Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318
A family friendly lodge situated in the beautiful Kiewa Valley offering suites for individuals, couples and families, Valley View is the perfect place to kick back and relax after a long day on the slopes A ski lodge atmosphere at off-mountain prices
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Mount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local news, snow reports and developing programs.
Presented by Upper Kiewa Valley Regional Arts and Lemony S Puppet Theatre this fantastic show will staged at the Mount Beauty Community Centre, Friday, 20th September at 6pm.
Picasso and His Dog – is for anyone who’s ever patted an animal or loved a piece of art!
From the award-winning Lemony S Puppet Theatre, comes Picasso and His Dog - a beautiful work for children and their families. This performance in the Mount Beauty Community Centre will delight
Helen Mathew m 0419 399 737
Mount Beauty | www.mountaincreekarch com
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children and adults alike.
In 1957, an elongated sausage dog called ‘Lump’ arrived at the villa of the great 20th century artist Pablo Picasso. Lump looked into the deep brown eyes of Picasso and decided he was home. And so began a great love between a man and his dog - a friendship that spanned 17 years.
But this was more than a friendship, as Lump also became an artistic muse for Picasso, appearing in over 50 of his artworks.
Picasso and His Dog explores this special friendship between human and dog and the art it inspired for Picasso as well as throughout human history. Using puppetry, set transformations and live-art making onstage, Picasso and His Dog is a visually stunning and delightfully fun work for all ages.
Friday 20th September 20th at 6pm in Mount Beauty Community Centre. Tickets are available from Mount Beauty Hardware and Drapery, or at the theatre door: Adults $25, Member $20, Youth and Children $5.
These are keywords to describe this documentary: Awareness; Chanting; Community; Conscious Aging; Consciousness; Globalism; Lives; Mantra; Music; Youth.
Six reasons to watch this movie:
• This adventuresome spiritual biography maps the life and mission of Swami Prabhupada (1896 -1977) who is world renown as one of the foremost Vedic scholars and Hindu teachers of modern times.
• “Swami Bhaktivedanta brings to the West a salutary reminder that our highly activistic and one-sided culture is faced with a crisis that may end in self-destruction because it lacks the inner depth of an authentic metaphysical consciousness. Without such depth, our moral and political protestations are just so much verbiage” – Thomas Merton, Catholic theologian, monk, author.
• Srila Prabhupada circled the globe fourteen times within eleven years, bringing the teachings of Bhakti to thousands of people on six continents. Men and women from all backgrounds came forward to accept his message. His message of peace and goodwill….
Ed 15 * 13.09.19 * Falls Freestyle Wrap. McKaos Lead Up, Summer in the Sun. (C)
Ed 16 * 20.09.19 * The McKaos, Spring Activities, Summer Calendar. (C)
Ed 17 * 27.09.19 * The McKaos. Summer Mountain Biking. Ignition in November (C)
SEd 01 * 25.10.19 * Melbourne Cup Weekend. McKaos Wrap. Summer Activities
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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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• The swami’s goal was simple, he explained: “To see everyone happy.” But how tricky a goal that can be.
• Swami Prabhupada s teaching is most relevant today and the movie is very touching and recommended to many to watch it.
• Srila Prabhupada has changed, and his representatives, are changing the hearts of people all over the world.
If none of the above mentioned appeals to you, you are welcome to watch and make your own opinion. There will be time for you to ask questions and find the truth. Also there will be books for you to choose, needless to mention drop dead delicious sweets to accompany your cup of tea.
The Swami once said: “If you sell diamonds, you cannot expect to have many customers. But a diamond is a diamond even if there are no customers.”
We’ll see you on Friday, 13th September at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre, Tennis Court Avenue, Mount Beauty. Sessions are scheduled at 1pm and 6.30 pm. Further details from 03 5754 1166. •
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 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. CLOTHING REPAIRS
Call Marilyn Sparks, Mb: 0411 335 326. Also on Facebook private message.
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
BUILDING & ELECTRICAL
Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879.
CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL
Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au
SPORTS MASSAGE
Book online. impactmassage.com.au
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.
It is with great pleasure and gratitude to let the Falls Creek Community know that we raised $1000 at our Charity Yoga Event last week. Funds were raised for Skyler Levy, 3 years old who is suffering brain cancer. Skyler’s family needs our support due to the fact that he is undergoing intensive daily radiation treatment, requiring a general anaesthetic for effective delivery. This level of treatment has been ongoing for the last 26 days. The depth and extent of his treatments looking forward will continue to require a great infusion of funds and ongoing love and support.
Some good news: the last update on Skyler’s progress was positive indicating that some tumours have shown signs that the treatments are having some good effect. More treatments are being researched and examined for his best benefits.
We continue to wish Skyler and his family all the very best in his brave fight. With thanks from Janine and Julia of Ski Fit Yoga. •
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
FOR HIRE
Three Tonne Tipper and mini Excavator. Ph: 0427 942 171.
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
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.
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.
LD’S HOME PET CARE
Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa: 0407 541 695
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.
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!).
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).
A Motoring Tip brought to you by Rick at Mount Beauty Service Centre Bogong High Plains road, Mount Beauty Ph: 03 5754 4261
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.
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT AT FALLS CREEK
Position available for reliable person to assist with scaffold construction in the resort area. No previous experience necessary. The applicant should be physically fit and have an ABN. Work will commence midOctober. Good wages and conditions. Please contact Barry on Mb: 0418 578 500.
POSITION VACANT
Mountain Creek Motel, Tawonga urgently requires to fill the full time position of cook. Only qualified or experienced candidates required. Handsome salary. Apply with your resume to: info@mountaincreekmotel. com.au.
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.
SOLAR-POWERED SKYLIGHTS
A unique and locally developed product supplied and installed by a fully qualified electrician. Available for all other electrical work. Reg No 20917. Phone Mal: 0419 884 668
CAKE MAKING & DECORATING
Elene Wood at www.studioecakes.com.au in Tawonga – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: studioecakestawonga@bigpond.com
BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE
Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125.
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.
Weekly Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am Saturdays. Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue. Ph: 03 5754 1118.
3rd – 8th Gay Ski Week Australia. Australia’s only national Pride event: frosty, fun and fabulous. Would you like to play at Australia’s biggest alpine party? www.pointsofdifference.com or phone: 1300 990 390.
7th Mount Beauty Community Market, 9am –1pm. Top end of Hollonds Street and Kiewa Crescent. You make it, you bake it, you grow it – you’re welcome! New stall holders welcome. Enquiries or to book a stall, phone Bev: 0419 289 672, or Em: bevbantick@gmail.com.
7th Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series Four. 11am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Ph: Lynn-Maree 0409592 226.
7th & 8th The Summit Masters. Tradition and true roots return to The Summit! This year there will be a solid day of competitive bumps skiing on the Saturday, with the masters Giant Slalom on Sunday. 9am – 3pm each day. Further details @ 03 5758 1026
10th Women’s Adventure Film Tour 19/20. Frying Pan Inn, Village Bowl. From 8pm. Ph: 0413 183 804.
11th Regular Monthly Meeting of the Probus Club of Mount Beauty. 10am at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Regular Guest speakers and plenty of healthy activities. All Welcome. Enquiries to: Mb: 0419 514 399
12th 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.
13th Documentary Movie ‘The Mantra, The Movement and the Swami who started it all!’ at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Two Sessions: 1pm and 6:30pm. Cost: $10 per person. Also features a special introduction by Bhakta Das, who will also answer questions after the documentary. Bookings Essential. Ph: 03 5754 1166.
14th Regular Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.
14th The Bandwagon Banked Slalom 10am – 3pm on the Falls Creek XC Course. Snowboarders only – a great spectacle. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
15th The Dreamer – Part of the Falls Freestyle series on Panorama Terrain Park 1pm – 3pm Ph: 03 5758 1026
17th 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.
20th Regular Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed group, AGM, BBQ Lunch and Guest Speaker. From 11:30am. All Welcome. Enquiries to: secretary@ mountbeautymensshed.org.au
5th The McKaos – that crazy mountain bike ride through snow, mud and bitumen – from Mt McKay to Bogong Village. Further details at www.fallscreek.com.au/events or Ph: 03 5758 1200.
Oversnow Taxi Service Available
Carries up to 10 people
Pick up available from all accommodation venues on the mountain $95 one way or $170 return Last taxi 9:30pm
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