This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 26 June 2020 by thisweek

FRIDAY 26TH JUNE 2020

FROM THE CEO

Coronavirus and Avalanche Education… how are they related?

Obscure as this might seem, I read a piece from an expert whose opinion and insights I value. The fact that he is a friend who I’ve backcountry toured with in Japan, and who is a professional guide and expert in the field of avalanche education (and explosives) is an aside. His perspective and the drawing in of risk to situations that are wholly reliant on personal choices resonated with me.

His piece stated “I am finding that the problem of virus risk management is directly analogous to the problems we face in avalanche education; both are relatively low-frequency, high-consequence events where you can get away with a lot of being stupid before it catches up to you. We have found that most people, even after taking an avalanche course, continue being careless with their choice of terrain, conditions, and travel procedures until a close friend has a death, or they themselves have a near-miss”.

In the ‘avalanche’ of coronavirus (COVID-19), we’ve been faced with the need to enforce or regulate behaviour to achieve a desired outcome for the collectivist good. No one likes to have their individual freedoms taken away. As I said in last week’s piece, that is why I love skiing - backcountry especially. I get to paint a canvas, my canvas with my tracks and my choice of how I ride it. But, the voices of every avi teacher I’ve had, the diagrams in every book I’ve read about backcountry risk, the routes taken where that choice was the right one, confirm to me that doing the right thing, making the smarter choice, and for what it’s worth, doing what we are all now required to do, is right, irrespective of the loss of control we feel we have been stripped of.

All the Australian resorts have grappled with this dilemma and worked through a myriad of externalities, unfamiliar to us all, to effectively be able to still deliver a snow season. By externalities, I refer to both the economic and the philosophical interpretation.

For example, the capacity constraints that are being overlaid across the industry are commitments made to deliver a snow season, safely… and to deliver a stimulus into the region which has suffered terribly in 2020.

Snow quantity (and quality – if you’re powder hound) have always been an industry specific externality. Snowmaking has been an innovation to counter this dilemma (consider it a vaccine if you will… something that in the current circumstance many are hoping for). But it is not the panacea. Speak to any of the snow making team to understand their frustration this season… rain, fog, wet bulb temps, humidity readings, huge mounds of snowmaking washed away by storms… they are all still combatants, not remedied, just mitigated.

But with adversity comes ingenuity. This season is certainly adverse. Our resilient and tenacious stakeholders – in particular the accommodation providers and the food and beverage venues have all worked overtime to ensure safety is their priority. To deliver this, they have also come up with innovations to deliver experiences differently.

Obviously, with limitations to venue numbers… getting the great grub (and regional grog) that Falls Creek is renowned for… needs to be served and delivered differently. Hours of operation and sitting times have been increased at seated dining venues, there are new online ordering platforms to avoid waiting, take away menus have erupted, ski thru pick-up windows have been installed and delivery

services have evolved. Lounges have been turned into specialised boutique dining experiences and chefs tables, private rooms and venues catering to larger groups are being dedicated, après hours have been extended (who doesn’t come to a ski resort for the après)…

The ski industry is about innovation… some good (parabolic shaping, reverse camber, king pin bindings, gopro, avi airbags, Rossi S7’s, synthetic skins, GoreTex – will take it, as it's changed weather proof gear despite being a medical invention), some bad (the mono ski, tandem skis, ski blades, onesies (except if you’re under 12), the buggy ski – google it!).

So, get behind our innovative operators. If you can’t get out to support them, they’ll come to you…

Now get online and order!!

Article quoted is by Bill Glude – Alaskan Avalanche Specialists (and ripper guide/ photog too). •

Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management

Resort Entry must be purchased on-line and in advance of your arrival at the resort! www.fallscreek.com.au

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. Ph: 03 5758 1202. (Map Ref: E4)

Resort Entry

Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4km before reaching Falls Creek. If arriving after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same day, entry is free.

Resort Entry Fees fund the essential services of:

• Ski patrol

• Car Parking

• Snow Clearing • Water Supply

• Waste Management

• Visitor Information Services

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 midnight Sunday: 8am – 10pm

A Taxi Service is available in the Village during these hours. Ph: 03 5758 1203

Rates

Adult: One Way $25 Return $41

Child: One Way $19 Return $25

Family: 2 Adults, 2 children Return $120

Season Pass: $210

Ten seat Taxi Service: $100 Return $180 Kids under Five Free!

Luggage Allowance

Two pieces of luggage, one pair of skis & boots or snowboard & boots and one piece of hand luggage per person.

Excess Luggage: $9 per item.

No Luggage allowance with children under 5. Extra luggage costs may apply!

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From 25.06.20 until 07.09.20 all visitors will be required to use the Accommodation Transfer Service. Visitor vehicles will not be permitted into the village during this period

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General Enquiries: Ph: 03 5758 1200

PLAN YOUR TRIP

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Don't go near the edge - simple common sense. Pic – Courtesy Google images.

One from the vault

With a start to the season like this, ain’t nobody got time for sore feet. With a late start and the dreaded CoViD hanging in the breeze. So lets talk about at least getting your feet free from too tight face mask like discomfort. It’s likely been a while since you’ve stuck your feet in your ski boots (or any kind of boots if you have been ‘working’ from home) and now they’re not feeling the same as they used to. Or perhaps they feel as bad as you remember. At the risk of sounding too preachy let’s just say, new ski season, new beginnings! Get your feet sorted.

There are a few reasons your boots could be feeling different than they did last year. Perhaps your boots are over five years old and the liner is starting to pack out. This will be noticeable by less control of your skis, more movement in the boot, or sore spots that never used to hurt. Might be time to consider some newbies. But let’s go on, what else could be causing these issues?

ANZAC Day

The years flash by; the numbers of actual returned service personnel diminishes - and yet the respect increases. Fortunately conflicts of the scale of WW1 and WW11 have not re-occurred.

Perhaps, you’ve just bought new boots overseas from an awesome boot fitter (in January, not March) but now the boots that felt great in light, dry powder are causing deep, burning pain on the Aussie slopes. This doesn’t mean you bought the wrong boot, they just might need some tweaking.

New returned service personnel are now coming from the ranks of Vietnam Vets and those who have seen service in the Middle East. Numbers are being maintained by other service personnel and all are supported by the very appreciative public.

Australia is a tough proving ground for ski boots. The conditions here require some fine tuning for comfy feet. Overseas, particularly Japan where the snow can be super soft, you’re on super wide skis, no edging, and no juddering or vibrations smashing through your feet. Your boots feel great in these conditions. But it’s really common to bring them back to Aussie snow and they’re feeling less comfortable than a mankini. Don’t despair, once you get them set for Australian conditions they’ll be dialled for anywhere in the world!

Over the years, the numbers of spectator supporters that have turned up to show their appreciation has grown dramatically. This, to me, says that there remains a very strong - yet unspoken - feeling of gratitude and respect among the community and in our quiet way, we just turn up and express our acknowledgement of our ‘diggers.’

ANZAC Day is the one of the few opportunities in the year where people can come together with a solemn and sincere purpose. It is a day that engenders pride and reinforces the gratefulness carried by the bulk of the nation. It is expected that this year will be no different.

Falls Creek Service

Join the Falls Creek locals at this unique location, Eagle Rock, for the Dawn Service 2017. Shuttle for ANZAC Dawn Service: 5:15am -6:30am Meet at Slalom Day Car Park.

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GETTING YOUR SKI FEET BACK

Now lastly, if you’ve put your boots on and they feel crap, and they’ve all always felt like a bag of crap, it is time to get that crap sorted. Perhaps you need a new ski orthotic, some boot mods and a good lie down. Or perhaps you need to hear the harsh reality that you’re just in the wrong boot. Either way you won’t know if you keep avoiding the issue and ruining your ski days with sore feet. Come on in, we’ll sort you out. And remember, the most expensive thing about getting a new pair of well-fitted ski boot is the money you’ll spend on the extra ski holidays you’ll take.

A TIME TO REMEMBER

ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am6:15am. Service at Eagle Rock - including a Bagpipe recital.. All friends and visitors welcome. For further information please call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek. com.au/Events.

Mount Beauty Service

Anzac Day Services are as follows. The Early Morning Service will take place in Bi-Centennial Park, Lakeside Avenue (beside the shire offices) beginning at 7am. A small informal service with a speaker from the local RSL. All welcome.

The Anzac Day March will come down Hollonds Street, starting from the assembly point in Park Street, near the Police Station at 10:45am, but marchers should be assembled and ready to go at 10:30am. Whilst Hollonds Street will not be closed, traffic movement will be restricted as the marchers come down the street.

Finally, foot care is important in the harsh weather of the mountains. Keep them warm with slippers around the apartment or lodge – cold feet into a boot means a day of feeling chilly. Manage any areas of heavy callus with a pumice and heel balm to prevent skin fissures or pressure spots when skiing. And of course, wear a proper wool ski sock. If you own your boots, wear a thin merino sock. If you’re renting, a thick woolly sock will offer a little bulk padding for comfort. Ski well, my friends. •

Krista Sturday Podiatrist and boot fitter at Ortho Ski

The Commemorative Service will take place at the Cenotaph, beginning at 11am. The Motion of Loyalty will be offered by Councillor Tony Keeble of the Alpine Shire. Prayers will be led by Sister Eileen Reardon of the Catholic Church and the Guest Speaker on the day will be Flight L Richard Cornell ALTC Bandiana..

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The address for the day will be offered by students from the Mount Beauty Secondary College. Speakers will be school captains, Katerina Trnka and Connor Vickers. At our local service, wreaths will be laid by many community representatives and members of the public are invited to do so if they wish.

Seating Times: 5:15pm; 6:30pm & 7:45pm.

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Further details on the service from Mr Bob Williams, President, Mount Beauty RSL on 5754 1585, or 0427 784 499.

Following the service, everyone is invited to the Mount Beauty Senior Citizens Rooms for a BBQ Lunch, refreshments and the traditional activities (read two-up), plus a couple of beers and a few old stories. •

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Diggers marching down Hollonds Street last year, led by Jim Crebbin on his WW1 Motor bike. Pic - Ken Bell.

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THE WELL

Collective Health Hub

We love seeing a new business plant its roots in our beautiful valley, and when it is as rich in offerings as The Well Collective Health Hub - even better!

Fondly known as ‘The Well’, our valley’s latest addition was officially opened by Sam Willis and Christina Chettle in February this year. Sam, a chiropractor, and Christina, an osteopath, made the lifestyle change from city to country around three years ago when they took over an existing chiropractic business in Bright, with Sam also working from the Mount Beauty Hospital one day a week.

When it came to the ultimate battle between settling down with their pending baby in the Ovens Valley or Kiewa Valley, we’re happy to report our wonderful community won Sam over. The family moved to their new home in Tawonga one week before baby Edie arrived in November, 2018.

Christina says the goal was always for her to join Sam at the hospital as an osteo, but when

the lease for one of the new shop fronts on the Kiewa Valley Highway in Tawonga South became available, they jumped at the opportunity - and so the ultimate health and wellbeing hub was born!

And the ultimate health and wellbeing hub it certainly is. As well as osteopathy and chiropractic, The Well also offers kinesiology with Heidi Vine, health and wellbeing coaching with Jenny Rowe, end of life doula services with Rose Sexton, clinical psychology with Louise Hayes, and quantum energy healing and reiki with Nancy Chalmers. They’re also hoping to add traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture in the next few months.

“I had always wanted to open something that was integrative with other practitioners and create a space where people could come and not only get manual therapy done, but also have their needs met for holistic and general wellbeing,” Christina says.

“The goal is that while we are running individual businesses, we also work together to achieve the best desired outcomes for our clients.”

Treating the body as a whole, encompassing both mental wellbeing and physical pain treatment is part of the osteopathy and chiropractic philosophy.

“The two can be intimately linked more than people realise,” Christina says.

“We wanted to bring in practitioners with a variety of skillsets that Sam and I don’t always have the time to pursue as predominantly manual therapists. We wanted to make sure those services are available to get the best outcomes possible.”

The new business has been warmly welcomed by the community, and Christina said people have been very supportive, which is really comforting.

“It helps us confirm that we’ve done the right thing, especially given that it’s been a difficult start to the year.”

If you’re interested in learning more about any of the services on offer, you can find The Well at Shop 2, 215 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South, and contact the individual practitioners on the numbers below.

Christina Chettle – Osteopath Mb: 0400 910 259

Sam Willis – Chiropractor Mb: 0432 511 496

Jenny Rowe RN - Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner, Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach & Holistic Counsellor. Mb: 0437 198 776

Heidi Vine - Kinesiology & Medical Intuitive Practitioner. Mb: 0418 584 974

Rose Sexton RN - End of Life Specialists & Death Doula. Mb: 0422 318 149

Nancy Chalmers - Quantum Energy Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, Certified Bhakti Yoga & Certified Reiki Master. Mb: 0457 046 195 •

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Jenny Rowe, Rose Sexton, owners Sam Willis and Christina Chettle, and Heidi Vine; just some of the practitioners offering their health and wellbeing services at The Well Collective Health Hub in Tawonga South. Pic – Simone Dowel

Financial Year in Review

The 2019/2020 financial year was Mountain Creek Property’s first full year of trading after its inception in April 2019 and I was forced to hit the ground running with eight properties listed for sale during the first half of FY19/20!

As we neared Christmas, four were already sold and despite weeks of heavy smoke, risk of ember attack and no tourists in sight, buyer enquiry remained steady.

By the end of January when the bushfire threats were starting to subside, all eight properties were sold and I was able to sneak away for a quick holiday to Tassie - a rarity when you’re a small business start-up and a one woman band!

The average selling price of properties sold with the agency during FY19/20 is sitting at $479,888 and with two properties selling over $700,000, our beautiful township is experiencing a wave of rapid growth.

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staff on a remote basis instead, and I expect the population of our town is going to grow as a result.

Rentals are consistently in high demand due to lack of supply and return on investment is very healthy. Mountain Creek Property is currently offering a very affordable fixed price management fee for permanent rentals if you sign up before the end of July. See website for details.

With the news of our ski resorts opening, there was a huge spike in seasonal rentals and a waitlist has already been established for next year. If you own a property or you hope to rent one for the next winter season, please email to register your interest.

Buyer mix was almost equally split between locals and newcomers, with the biggest trend being investors in holiday accommodation properties.

Fortunately, COVID-19 has not affected our market significantly. There has been an influx of capital city residents who are wanting to make a ‘tree change.’ The silver lining of this global pandemic is that our nation has realised that working remotely from home is a progressive and productive way of working that seems to be here to stay. Many businesses in capital cities and regional towns have closed their physical offices and employ

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Some exciting news this month was a nomination as a finalist for the New Office Of The Year Award . I am looking forward to enjoying a champagne at the (virtual) Real Estate Business Awards night to celebrate and I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the community for your ongoing support.

You may also have noticed a slight change to our name and branding. Formally Mountain Creek Property Management, the name has now changed to simply Mountain Creek Property to reflect the broad range of services offered by the agency, with bolder and more eye catching branding so you can easily see our for sale and rent signs from the road!

Keep an eye out around town for the new Mountain Creek Property car coming soon.

Thanks to Buffalo Sign Co for their fantastic work.

Wishing all the local businesses and the wider community all the best for the winter season, and stay tuned for the Spring update with some stunning lifestyle properties due to be offered for sale. •

Kind Regards, Courtney Sullivan, Director Mountain

Creek Property

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Next Stop, Sumatra

It is really heart-warming to hear about the exciting careers that are being pursued by those born, bred and educated in Mount Beauty and surrounds. It seems we are often punching above our weight for the size of our small country town. This is story about one of our locals, who has gone from studying Indonesian at Mount Beauty Secondary College (MBSC) to managing conservation programs in Indonesia for Taronga Conservation Society Australia (Taronga) based in Sydney.

Stephanie Hedt, grew up in Tawonga and attended MBSC from 2003-2008. It was here she picked up a love for the Indonesian language. Steph went on to an Asian Studies degree at ANU in Canberra and majored in Bahasa Indonesia. Her first job out of university saw her move to Sydney and work for the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia, as a translator and

policy advisor, working on bilateral and diplomatic issues. It was also during this time, she was asked to advise Taronga on its Indonesian projects, including design of a new Indonesian themed Sumatran Tiger exhibit.

It was only a few years later that she accepted a job at Taronga as the Executive Officer, working directly with the CEO. Of course, in her ‘spare’ time Steph would work on Indonesia projects, including arranging the transfer of two Giraffe to a partner Zoo in Indonesia and running two fundraising tours to Sumatra with the CEO, raising over $1m for Taronga.

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In 2020, Taronga offered her the role of Project Manager, Sumatra Conservation Programs. This role is focussed on field conservation programs for Taronga’s Sumatra Legacy Species which include Sumatran Tiger, Sumatran Rhino, Asian Elephant, Sun Bear and Sunda Pangolin. The first project to protect these species is setting up a reforestation and community engagement program in Way Kambas National Park, which has begun with over 25 hectares already replanted by the community as part of a pilot project. This will be significantly scaled up over the next five years. To learn more about this project, you can watch an interview between Steph and the International Rhino Foundation here- https://youtu.be/YYqtX5qEXCI

The second project is developing an Eco Tourism program to Way Kambas for domestic and international tourists. The

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highlight of the eco-tour is meeting a Sumatran Rhino, the most endangered mega-fauna on earth, with only 80 individuals remaining. The aim of all these efforts is to build capability, financial and social security for the community surrounding National Park areas, in a sustainable way, which will protect habitat and wildlife into the future. Such an interesting and rewarding career, built here in the Valley. For the time being, Steph is based in Sydney but hopes to move to Indonesia as soon as possible!

There are a few ways you can get involved in these projects. You can register your interest in joining a future Taronga Sumatra Eco Tour by emailing ecotours@zoo.nsw. gov.au or you can donate towards the Sumatra Legacy Species projects through the Taronga Website, www.taronga.org. au. If you are in Sydney, Taronga Zoo is a must visit, especially the one of a kind Indonesian themed Tiger exhibit!

Steph wants to thank MBSC for sparking interest in Indonesia and encourages anyone learning Indonesian at school to continue with great possibilities for a rewarding career. •

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Steph Hedt with a young Sumatran Elephant. Pic – Courtesy Taronga Zoo

Tragedy on Mt Bogong

Seventy seven years have passed since three ski tourers, 23 year olds Edward Welch and Georgina Gadsden, and 27 year old John McRae lost their lives on Mt Bogong. Members of a party of eight, they had left Tawonga on Sunday, 1st of August 1943, camping the first night in Bivouac Hut on the Staircase Spur. Not long after midday on the Monday, despite windy conditions and falling snow, Welch, Gadsden and McRae set off to continue on to the Summit Hut. When they did not return a few hours later the remaining five skiers left Bivouac Hut. After climbing several hundred metres or so, they turned back due to the poor visibility and strong wind. They set out again on the Tuesday but worsening conditions again forced them to return and they remained hut-bound in blizzard conditions until the Thursday.

In poor visibility at about 2pm, the rescue party (consisting of several of the original group and other rescue personnel) found the first of three pairs of skis. Then further on they located the body of one of the men huddled near the last exposed snow pole, the two other bodies further up, only metres apart. They were, it transpired, only about 20 metres from the Summit Hut which was completely covered by snow. (Whilst the Summit Hut did not save these lives, it did play a useful role as a shelter on the track near the summit of Bogong. Unfortunately it was destroyed by vandals in 1978).

Sadly the holiday destination of the group on this trip was to be the Cleve Cole Memorial Hut, erected after the death of experienced ski tourer Cleve Cole who had died seven years earlier after he and his

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companions had been caught in a prolonged snowstorm on Mt Bogong.

In the years prior to these tragedies, Mt Bogong had become a popular destination for ski tourers but after the fatalities in 1943, the Ski Club of Victoria (SCV) monitored the conditions closely. In the August 1946 edition of the club magazine ‘Schuss’ printed a warning headed ‘Bogong Out of Bounds’ and that “Snow is up to the eaves of the Bivouac Hut; the Summit Hut is completely buried; and only the chimney is showing on the Cleve Cole Memorial Hut. The new snow pole line is almost nonexistent, and the approach to Mt Bogong is in an extremely dangerous condition.”

Harold Gibbs Chairman of the SCV Bogong sub-committee, his wife Rel, Wally Johnson and Skippy St Elmo were part of the investigating party. With the snow poles covered by snow and experiencing heavy fog they found at times it was too dangerous to leave the hut. Eventually, with the peddle radio, Harold informed head office the mountain should be closed to all tourist activities.

In the intervening years our equipment, clothing and communication systems may have changed but the alpine environment can still challenge us.

Visitors to the area who have taken the time to climb Bogong will have seen the Gadsden Memorial – a column erected in memory of Georgina Gadsden and her companions John McRae and Edward Welch towards the top of Staircase Spur above the tree line.

A great way to enjoy climbing the mountain

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is to take part in the annual Mt Bogong Conquestathon, organised by the Upper Kiewa Valley Lions Club, held on the Sunday of the Victorian Labour Day long weekend in March. •

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The Gadsden Memorial, well above the tree line on Staircase Spur. Pic – Ken Bell

CAUTIONARY TALES

Secure Your Load

How many of you have parked your car in a ski resort and returned to it a day or two or seven later to find it covered in snow? It is quite an awesome sight as it reminds you of all the snow that’s fallen and all the fun you just had in that snow. Often you are completely knackered from all that ‘freshie’ action and as you open the door all you can think of is starting the car, cranking the heater and heading for home as quickly as possible. You give the windscreen a bit of a clean, maybe the mirrors, headlamps and back-view a go too, and off you tootle. Somehow that 10cm slab on the roof was just too hard to get to and too much work - and let’s face it, as you head down the hill it's a pretty cool look because it shows everyone along the way that you got fresh snow and loads of it!

Half-way down the hill, as the temp has risen and the car has warmed, you let it go a little on a slight bend and whammy! - the world goes white. That slab has just slid from the roof and completely covered your windscreen while you were nudging 80

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clicks or so. Luckily it takes a split second to slide all the way off and you are left whiteknuckled on the wheel, fingers tingling from an adrenalin surge as it dawns that things could just have ended very badly for you. An on-coming car? Maybe even over the edge?

Even worse; that slab could have sloughed off onto the windscreen of a passing car, or the fairing of a motor cycle or the helmet of a hard core cyclist and their day could have ended permanently.

Here's the kicker folks - that little act is illegal. Not clearing snow from your vehicle is not only lazy and dangerous, but could get you pulled up by a cop and handed a fat little fine. They will get you for having an ‘unsecured load.’

From the Vic Roads (www.vicroads.vic.gov. au) website: "Loose loads can be dangerous, and sometimes fatal, to you and other drivers. It is an offence under the Road Safety Act 1986 and Road Safety (Vehicles) Regulations if your load is not properly restrained and is at risk of falling from your vehicle."

There are three kinds of risk categories with fines ranging from $345 to $3224 and if your load has caused damage to people or

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property, where you can end up in court, worst case scenario is you could be on the receiving end of a hefty $11,000 hit to the wallet. So a little food for thought next time you are heading home from a ripper day at the snow; make sure you take the time to clear your vehicle of snow completely for the benefit of yourself and all the other road users out there. The best advice is to pack a little snow clearing kit in your car for winter trips including an ice-scraper, gloves and if it looks like ‘puking,’ one of those long handled window cleaners clears a roof beautifully. Stay safe, have fun and be good to each other. • Kim McKeown

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MOTORING TIPS

Drive to the Conditions

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

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

Primo at Frueauf Village

Apartment Primo in Chalet Inverno Neve is stunning. This is a large 138.6sqm three bedroom, two bathroom property with private sauna and balcony with hot tub.

The views from this apartment are delightful - looking NNE to Spion Kopje and the alpine wilderness. Primo been renovated and has a warm alpine feel. The gas log fireplace in the open plan living area is a dream to return to after a day on the slopes. The configuration sleeps eight with two rooms with split king beds and the third bedroom has a two bunks.

There is a large ski/ drying room at the entry, plus a lot of owner private storage areas. The open plan kitchen, dining and living area has large windows onto the nature of Falls Creek. Primo has a lovely sense of privacy and very easy access. The apartment is being sold walk in walk out with all furniture and artwork.

Primo is one of the highest returning three bedroom units in the Frueauf Village complex, the vendors do use the property for a minimum of two weeks every season and it still performs.

Like the rest of Falls Creek, Frueauf Village offers that unique ski out – ski in facility that makes the village unique as a snow resort.

As an all-year-round resort and holiday destination, Falls Creek has a lot to offer. World class mountain bike trails have been constructed in the resort adding up to a total of over 40km of trails. This has led to

lots of fun for locals and adds amenity and attraction for visitors.

We then have the fully sealed Bogong High Plains Road giving access to the fabulous high plains, the Mitta Valley on the other side – including the Blue Duck and Payne’s Hut.

A comprehensive suite of events makes summer in Falls Creek a nice time to be here. The Dragon Boat festival; the Alpine Challenge; the Peaks Challenge Falls Creek and the World’s Longest Lunch are highlights of the summer - as are the 12°C cooler temperatures on those stinking 40°C summer days in the city.

Frueauf Village has a long head lease and excellent onsite management looking after your investment. Another benefit at the site is that owners of apartments in the complex own the Management Company. At $620,000, this delightful property is definitely worth an inspection - you will be impressed!

Contact the agent, Christa Smit at Zirky Real Estate on Mb: 0402 277 808. Wb: www.zirkyrealestate.com.au. •

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Due to continued capacity restrictions, bookings are essential. Ph: 03 5754 4985 www.facebook.com/West Peak Hotel/(private message) or Email: manager@westpeakhotel.com.au

Falls Creek

MEDICAL SERVICES

WHERE Bottom of Gully Chairlift.

WHEN Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref J6)

HOW Ph: 03 5758 3238 all day. 24 hours for Emergencies.

WHO General Practitioners experienced in Family and Snow Sports Medicine.

WHAT First fully accredited snowfields practice in Australia based on 35 years experience.

WHERE Tawonga Crescent.

WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.

HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments

WHO Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine & Jonathon Holt.

WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 41 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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

The open plan living area is warm, yet spacious, ideal for entertaining! Pics – Courtesy the Agent

BE AWARE

Fire Safety in the Snowfields

Skiing fanatics and snow lovers enjoying the newly opened Victorian snowfields will be in good hands, with the creation of CFA’s first Alpine Commander to focus full-time on the challenges of preparing, responding and recovering from fire and emergencies in the alpine areas.

Community safety, enhancing the volunteer workforce, improving fleet infrastructure and equipment, ensuring building safety and compliance, and improving services with stakeholders will be in focus as Commander Owens oversees the implementation of CFA’s first Alpine Service Delivery Strategy Plan.

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

A Life to Remember

when I was about 12 I started showing

the many

will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

A Life to Remember

A Commander position has already been stationed at Falls Creek and at Mt HothamDinner Plain during winter months since 2001, and at Mt Buller since 2009, but the new role will further boost CFA’s service to the popular alpine resorts.

Alpine Commander Mark Owens will become the first member to take on the position, having previously worked as a Winter Commander at Falls Creek for several years.

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

“This is just an extension of that where I am now. I will be dedicated to the whole alpine area for the entire year, not just during the snow season,” he said.

Trade Fair @ Falls Creek

Falls Creek

“The risk of structure fire during winter is especially significant as the population and tourism increases, as does the risk of a fire in a building, lodge, or even ski lift infrastructure,” Commander Owens said

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.

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

MR: Is this your first overseas race?

The position will also ensure a dedicated, year-round approach to managing the unique challenges faced by the resorts through the summer months.

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

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

“During the summer, most bushfires start within public land areas and move towards the alpine villages where it is our responsibility to protect life and property, just like any other town in the state.”

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

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couple of years that series kind of fell apart.

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).

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

MR: Is it excitement or are you nervous?

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?

“One of the biggest issues we face during the summer is that we don’t have as many volunteers around on the mountains. This role will help address issues like that, which are unique to the alpine resorts.”

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

MR: How did you get into riding?

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

Ben: Pretty much because of my Dad,

Commander Owens will also oversee the introduction of a new alpine pumper at each of the three major resorts which are expected to be in use by the start of next year’s snow season.

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

Meanwhile, alpine residents and accommodation managers are reminded that the start of the snow season is also an important time to ensure all exits and paths to exits are clear of obstructions, that alarm panels, smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are checked regularly, and fire and emergency evacuation plans are in place and practised.

of the

MR: more juggle

Ben:

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EMERGENCY

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.

For more information contact CFA Media on: 1300 232633 (24 hours) or cfamedia@cfa.vic. gov.au. •

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

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MOTORING TIPS

Regular Servicing

LOCAL

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Mount Beauty 5754 3500

MEDICAL CENTRES

8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments 24 hours for emergencies

Falls Creek 5758 3238

8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments 24 hours for emergencies

Mount Beauty 5754 3400

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.

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

Gibbons from Wodonga Eyecare consulting at the new rooms in the Mount Beauty Medica Centre, Tawonga Crescent.

eye examinations including Glaucoma tests, Diabetes and Macular Degeneration screening. Children welcome. To arrange an appointment: Ph: 02 6056 4000

Regular servicing will identify when items are wearing (brake pads, tyres, filters, hoses etc). These and other wearing items can be replaced before they let us down on the road.

Visits Mount Beauty Fortnightly Next: Fri 10th Nov then Fri 24th Nov

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

2020 WINTER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES

ADVERTISING RATES:

Ed 04 * 03.07.20 * Hopefully, everything is starting to run smoothly – looking forward (C)

Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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

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Ed 06 * 17.07.20 * Once again, we are in the lap of the Gods as to what events we can talk about (C)

YOUR LOCAL PRACTICESUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY!

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

Ed 07 * 24.07.20 * Activities or Events Four Weeks ahead is a lot to ask in the current environment! (C)

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

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A Motoring Tip brought to you by: Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre, Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty, Ph: 5754 4261

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CLASSIFIEDS: • Like the Trading Post. Send in your Classifieds and pay when you sell.

BUSINESS DIR.: • $5.90 per line per Edition.

DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date

CONTRACT: • A Season Contract for 15 editions of Summer is available offering a 15% discount. The contract is secured by payments made four editions in advance.

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ENQUIRIES

Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of

exhibitors that

Alpine Commander Mark Owens. Pic – Courtesy CFA Media

Respect Gets Respect

As we move into a somewhat different snow season, there are some things that don’t change – and there are other elements that we must focus on even more seriously. The COVID-19 restrictions mean that we are going to have to be even more considerate of others – and that’s not really a bad thing. And for that reason alone, we again print the Alpine Responsibility Code to give everyone a chance to get their head around it. Ed.

ALPINE RESPONSIBILITY CODE

1. Know your ability and always stay in control and be able to stop and avoid other people or objects. It is your responsibility to stay in control on the ground and in the air.

2. Take lessons from professional instructors to learn and progress.

3. Use appropriate protective equipment to minimise the risk of injury.

4. Before using any lift you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.

5. Observe and obey all signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails or runs.

6. Give way to people below and beside you on the hill. It is your responsibility to avoid them.

7. Do not stop where you are not clearly visible from above. Look uphill and give way to

others when entering/exiting a trail or starting downhill.

8. Always ensure your equipment is in good condition and use suitable restraining devices to avoid runaway skiing/boarding equipment, even when riding chairlifts.

9. Do not ski, board, ride a lift or undertake any other alpine activity if your ability is impaired by drugs or alcohol.

10. If you are involved in, or witness an accident or collision, alert Ski Patrol, remain at the scene and identify yourself to the Ski Patrol.

Know the code. It’s your responsibility. Failure to observe the code may result in cancellation of your ticket or pass by ski patrol or other authorised personnel.

Respect gets respect - from the lift line, to the slopes, through the park and the resort.

Regardless of how you enjoy your snow sport, always show courtesy to others and be aware that there are inherent risks in all snow recreational activities that common sense, protective equipment and personal awareness can reduce. These risks include rapid changes in the weather, visibility and surface conditions, as well as natural and artificial hazards such as rocks, trees, stumps, vehicles, lift towers, snow fences and snowmaking equipment.

Observe the Code and Share with others the Responsibility for a great experience.

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.

Orbea Avant M20D Disc road bike: Carbon frame, size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue: $1,950. Nelo Viper 51 Kayak: $1,500. K1 ERGO paddling machine: $600. Athlegen Massage table: (as new) $200. Taskmaster electric cement mixer. Price negotiable. Ph: 0408 466 790.

ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS

Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.

ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE

Frueauf Village(below Milch Café) Grnd 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 cal Justin Mb: 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 Mb: 0466 990 862.

CIVIL CELEBRANT

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

Williams

added rubber protective sole.

G. Retail $309.95 will sell for

MISSING BOOK

A copy of Dr Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis titled ‘The Interaction between the Environment, Land Use and Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985’ was left for this community in the care of Mr Bill Sutton. Bill was happy to lend the book and until now it was always returned – until this last 18 months. This is a valuable piece of the area’s history and we hope this notice may prompt someone’s memory. Please contact your Ed on 0400 350 488.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Altitde Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109.

FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK

Remo’s Transport fromAlbury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Mon to Fri inclusive. 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 and evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.

LD’S HOME PET CARE

Pet Care and 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 Therapy, 5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

REFRIGERATION AIR-CON & ELECTRICAL

Qualified Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic & Electrician available to solve problems in the Upper Kiewa Valley & Falls Creek.

Wedding ring in the vicinity of Tawonga South

and Post Office. If someone has lost a ring give me a call on 0400 350 488 and provide a description of the ring.

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

Ph Dale at DC Electrical & Refrigeration: 0428 737 273. Elec Reg: REC24513. Ref Lic: L143014

SAFETY SCAFFOLD

Mount Beauty and Falls Creek area. Ph: 0418 578 500.

SECURE STORAGE

From 2m x 2m through to 3m x 7m. Ph: 0418 578 500.

SOLAR POWERED SKY-LIGHTS

A unique and locally developed product supplied and installed by a fully-qualified electrician. Also available for all other electrical work. Reg No: 20917. Ph: Mal 0419 884 668.

SPORTS MASSAGE

Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au

STORAGE

Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units. Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com

TAXI & 4WD SERVICE

Covers Falls Creek & Albury. The On-Demand Taxi Hours are now 8am – 9pm Mon – Thurs; 8am - 1pm Fri & Sat. No Taxi Service Sunday. Special Bookings may be made outside of these hours by prior arrangement. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 131 008.

Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with

Almost brand new. Size 9

$250. Ph: 0400 350 488.

FOUND

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FRIENDLY ADVICE

Avoid Loss

At Falls Creek hundreds, if not thousands of items of property are lost each season. This can cause distress and worry for the person who may have lost precious memories on a camera or contact details on a mobile phone, or sentimental value from a lost item of jewellery.

The local Police are recommending, where possible, you keep a record of these items with make, model & serial number and any identifying features.

Try to keep a photograph of all items of value as this will assist the police to locate missing items and will also assist with any insurance claims you may need to make.

Our local team in Blue also recommend where possible, on all items of clothing that you have a name and current phone number on it - especially on children's clothing.

If you cannot engrave a name on a camera, try taking a photo of yourself in front of a whiteboard or something similar. On the white board have written your name or school with a contact phone number and our team will do their best to get your property back to you.

Most importantly zip or button up your pockets whilst out on the snow, as in most occasions, if you drop an item into the snow it may not be found until Spring or Summer when the snow has melted.

If you have lost or found something you can contact the Falls Creek Police on 03 5758 3424. •

! DRIVING TIP !

Chains are required to be carried in all vehicles going to Falls Creek for the duration of the snow season.

FUTURE EVENTS

Something to look forward to! JUN 20th Charlie Brown Mountainside Photographic - JUL 11th Exhibition. Location is at Turkshead Gallery, 317 Wodonga place, Albury. It’s the building on the left at the start of Noreuil Park just over the bridge heading into Albury.

JUN 26th Start Victorian, Queensland and NT School Holidays.

SEP 5th

It’s a Saturday – and it will be the celebration of the 60’s kids turning Sixty! Kerry, Westie, Erin, Lynnie, Debb, Melissa, Bondie, Lisa, Fi, Gayle & Jenny! At The Man. The weekend includes Friday drinks at the Pan; Gang ski on Saturday; Party Saturday night and Recovery Breakfast at Elk on Sunday. Keep in touch with Kerry on Em: kerryleedodd@hotmail.com.

Make a note to call in and have a look at Charlie’s exhibition in the next couple of weeks.