This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 19 February 2021

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FRIDAY 19TH FEBRUARY 2021

​Our Summer of Cycling!

Top: A little air on the Urban Stage of last weekend’s Vic Enduro. Pic – Matt Rousu ​​ Left: The Interschools MTB Championships were enjoyed by many last year. Pic – Marie Edwards ​​​Right: L​ ast year’s Peak Challenge produced its challenges – but was a great event! Pic – Ken Bell

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alls Creek Alpine Resort hosted the first round of the Victorian Gravity Enduro Series and the first Enduro World Series Qualifier globally of 2021 over the weekend of Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th February. With a sold-out field of 250 riders competing across six stages it was an eagerly anticipated return to racing for the Victorian MTB calendar. Leading into the event the weather looked grim with a huge storm cycle rolling through the peaks of the High Plains the day before practice.

With over 80mm of rain being delivered organisers were understandably nervous!

Despite receiving record amounts of rainfall the trails held up remarkably well with all racers getting out on track to practice a rapidly changing course by Saturday morning and the Blue Dirt Shuttle service in full swing. Talk amongst the riders was the introduction of a new village Urban stage taking place on Saturday evening. This new stage saw racers heading from the Summit of the resort to the heart of the village via stairs, jumps and a pretty scary looking rock garden! At the close of Saturday, the Elite field saw Connor Fearon establish his dominance over local rider Ben McIlroy in the men’s competition with Rachel Hore also putting a solid lead into local Georgina von Marburg.

Sunday saw the resort wake to sunnier skies and rapidly drying trails. With the tracks being in completely different shape to practice, new lines and rocks were appearing throughout the day. This rewarded the most experienced bike handlers that could keep it steady and react to the changeable

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conditions. Ben McIlroy’s opening salvo took two seconds into Connors lead on Fall’s most hectic trail, Big Fella. However, Connor continued to extend his advantage throughout the day showing his physical strength on some of the more demanding stages. In the women’s race Rachel Hore’s lead was unassailable as she took a win on every stage except one. The battle between 3rd and 2nd heated up though with Georgina von Marburg and Lia Ladbrook changing places throughout the day. Eventually Georgina’s experience won through and Lia had to settle for 3rd.

Falls Creek Event Supervisor Nick Buckley said “Despite the best efforts of Mother Nature the Falls Creek round of the Vic Enduro Tour went off seamlessly. The course and operations team at the Resort put in a huge effort to keep the trails running smoothly all weekend even with the significant rainfall we experienced. All the racers were clearly excited to get back racing again and thanks to the incredible efforts of our on-mountain stakeholders we could put on a real show for them with our new urban stage bringing riders right through the village.”

Nick continued that the summer at Falls Creek is only just starting “The Enduro tour is just the first of many MTB events we have planned for the late summer here at Falls Creek. We’ve our XC triple header weekend approaching on Fri 26th – Sun 28th. This not only features the Victorian State XC Championships but also includes the regional MTB schools race suitable for all ages AND our new long distance XC race on Sunday which takes in all the best trails the resort has to offer.”

​Up bright and early for a foggy start to last year’s Peaks with around 1400 riders heading down hill in waves from Falls Creek. Pic – Ken Bell

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The Urban Stage on Saturday evening proved a real hit with some ‘speccy’ aerial action.

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While numbers were down last year (because of the fires), this year it currently looks like we will have a record field of close to 2000 riders.

• The impacted area is around shady gully and towards Cranky Charlie (below the Big Hill Road). Refer to the attached map. The indicated area on the attached map does not always represent the planned coverage area.

etween last summer’s devastating bushfires and the restrictions forced upon us by the COVID-19 crisis, Falls Creek and Bicycle Network were able to successfully stage the twelfth running the fantastic, yet gruelling Peaks Challenge Falls Creek.

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here are a couple of fuel-reduction burns planned for area around Mount Beauty. The information contained here-in relates to a planned burn in and around part of our Big Hill Mountain Bike Park.

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The Peaks Challenge Falls Creek is the traditional route. Falls Creek to Mount • Preparation works (including tree felling Beauty; over the Tawonga Gap to and raking) will start shortly and will be Germantown, turn left and head down undertaken between 9am to 5pm. Tracks to Harrietville, then hit the climb up Mt will be closed as needed with signage and Hotham. From here it is down to Dinner taping.

The planned burn area on the Falls Creek Road Plain (for a possible rest), then continue down • Planned burn will likely take one day and towards Cranky Charlie. the Great Alpine Road through Cobungra, be undertaken in Autumn (expected to be up past the Kosciusko Lookout and down where fuel management has occurred, these late April). The area may remain closed for into OmeoANZAC (for, as LarryDay said “A pie and a ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am works can reduce its impact and intensity. several more daysat to ensure the area is safe 6:15am.

Service Eagle Rock - including pint of milk). Then north Omeoof he it’s years flashalong by; thethe numbers for our use.

We will communicate more a Bagpipe recital.. All friends and visitors FFM Vic recognises and acknowledges that Highway, past Anglers and service continue to actualRest returned personnel welcome. Forcloser further information toinformation the burn. please there are multiple assets and infrastructure - andand yet the Shannonvale. Thediminishes left turn here the respect first call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek. within the proposed burn area and are eager increases.

Fortunately conflicts of the scale • Forest Fire Management Victoria is working look at the climb to come produces a range com.au/Events. of WW1 and WW11 have not re-occurred. with Team Mount Beauty to minimise the to protect these during the preparation and of interesting comments – and it’s not called Mount Beauty Service New returned service personnel are now delivery of the burn. FFM Vic will also be impact to the MTB park.

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The gradient here Anzac Day Services are as follows. The coming from the ranks of Vietnam Vets and undertaking hazardous tree works throughout Early Morning Service will take place is about 10% forwho thehave nextseen 8kmtheninyou sort those service the Middle • Please ensure youPark, comply with Avenue the track the burn area. This is to ensure the safety of in Bi-Centennial Lakeside of settle in East. to theNumbers coolnessareofbeing the high plainsby maintained Diggers marching down Hollonds Street last year, led by closures for shire your offices) own safety, and for the our staff during the burn, and the safety of the (beside the beginning at 7am. other service personnel and all are supported Jim Crebbin on his WW1 Motor bike. Pic - Ken Bell. and about 23km of solid riding to get back safety of informal the staff service undertaking fuel A small with a the speaker public following the burn. The hazardous tree by the very appreciative public. to Falls Creek in under 13 hours. The fastest from the localprogram.

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The treatment address for the will befelling offeredof bysome trees, management willday involve Over the7years, numbers of spectator time last year was hoursthe and 39 minutes students from the Mount Beauty Secondary The Anzac Day March will come down supporters that have turned up to show and Speakers it will also around others, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) College. willinvolve be schoolraking captains, – pretty impressive for a 235km ride in someHollonds Street, starting from the assembly point their appreciation has grown dramatically. to protect them from fire.

Katerina Trnka and Connor Vickers.

At our conducting management Street, near athefuel Police Station at 10:45am, what ordinary This,weather. to me, says that there remains a very willinbePark local service, wreaths will be laid by many but marchers should be assembled and ready to program in the Big Hill MTB Park in the strong - yet unspoken - feeling of gratitude FFM Vic is planningand to members undertake community representatives of the burn go at 10:30am.

Hollondsreduces Street willthe not A new feature thisamong year’s event is the and in coming and for respect the community months.Whilst The program during late April; however, preparation works the public are invited to do so if they wish. traffic movement will be restricted as ourthe quiet way,ride we just turnstarts up and 100km ‘Out Back’ which in express riskbeofclosed, bushfire to people, property and the are expected to start soon.

The preparation the marchers come down the street.

Further details on the service from Mr Bob acknowledgement of head our ‘diggers.’

Falls Creekour at 9am and the riders out environment.

Fuel management can place include Williams, worksPresident, will occurMount between 9amRSL and 5pm.

Beauty The Commemorative Service will take ANZAC Day is the one of the few opportunities across the high plains, down past Trapyard on 5754 1585,only or 0427 784 499. works such as planned burning, clearing works We will close off tracks when we need at the Cenotaph, beginning at 11am.

The in the year where people can come together with Gap to Shannonvale and then along to of Loyalty willbreaks. be offered Following the as service, is invited constructing fire AllbyofCouncillor these to - such wheneveryone undertaking tree felling a solemn and sincere purpose. It is a day thatandMotion Tony Keeble of the Alpine Shire.(ie.

Prayers will to the Mount Beauty Senior Citizens Anglers Rest before pride returning along the help to reduce the fuel flammable operations.

Otherwise, the area will remain engenders and reinforces the same gratefulness works be led by Sister Eileen Reardon of the Catholic Rooms for FFM a BBQVic Lunch, refreshments and tape off route and enjoying greatofclimb fromIt WTF carried by the the bulk the nation. is expectedvegetation) open. will clearly sign and load, which reduces the risk of a Church and the Guest Speaker on the day will the traditional activities (read two-up), plus be no different. corner andthat backthistoyear Fallswill Creek. closed areas.and • a few old stories. • bushfire.

If La Richard bushfireCornell does occur an area a couple be Flight ALTC in Bandiana.. of beers Falls Creek Service The Peaks Challenge Falls Creek brings Join the Falls Creek locals at this unique location, many people to the area, the resort will2017.

Eagle Rock, for and the Dawn Service be buzzingShuttle with lots of activities and stalls for ANZAC Dawn Service: 5:15am centred around Slalom But Day whileCar Park.

- 6:30am MeetPlaza. at Slalom planning your travels, be aware of the Road Closures (see notice on Page 8 of this paper). • Disclaimer : This map is a snapshot gener ated fr om Victorian Government data.This material may be of assistance to you but the St ate of Victoria does not gu arantee th at the publication is w ithout flaw of any kind or is wholly appr opr iate for your par ticular pu rposes and there fore disclaims all liability for er ror, loss or damag e which m ay ar ise fr om reliance upon it. All p ersons accessing this infor mation should make a ppropr iate enquir ies to a ssess the cur rency of the data.

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FALL LINES Cricket Experience This item should have gone in a few weeks back. For that we apologise – but sometimes things just don’t go to plan (a bit like the latest lock-down).

Back in January, Mount Beauty Power played ladder leaders Yackandandah at home. It was a 1 v's 2 game. Mount Beauty made 7-184 from our 40 overs. They then bowled Yack out for 164 in 35.5 overs.

Craig Henderson’s bowling figures were 1/31 from 7.5 overs, taking the last wicket for the day.

Toby Derrick’s bowling figures were 1/33 from 7 overs. And to show what a great and versatile game cricket is, Craig is 60 years of age and Toby is 12 years of age. Well done team! • Visit the

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The versatility of the game with 60 year old Craig Henderson and 12 year old Toby Derrick bowling well to help Mount Beauty beat the top of the ladder team. Pic – Courtesy the Mount Beauty Cricket Club.

Opportunity Knocks Jackie and Mick Parsons are looking for work as lodge managers for the ski season. The couple have 30 years experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. Worked for Contiki Holidays in Europe where duties included leading tours, cooking for tour groups, Operations Manager Mick & Jackie Parsons would normally be running Hedonistic Hiking Tours in the London office. in Italy at this time of year but COVID-19. Pic – Courtesy the family.

They have also worked in European ski resorts managing UK school groups and Contiki groups.

Mick is a qualified chef and worked in resorts in the Whitsundays and Yulara.

(They live in Porepunkah and set up their own Tour Company, Hedonistic Hiking, in 2007. They have Wilderness First Aid qualification.) Ph: 0428 199 234 or Em: mick@hedonistichiking.com. •

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FALL LINES Open Air Cinema Alpine Shire Council in partnership with Sun Cinema Bright are thrilled to present a special community screening of ‘Penguin Bloom’ at our Open-Air Cinema.

After a challenging 12 months, communities across the Alpine Shire are invited to celebrate and reflect on their resilience with a screening of Penguin Bloom – a heartwarming and uplifting Australian story.

Mount Beauty | Friday 26 February | Les Peart Oval Harrietville | Saturday 27 February | Tavare Park Myrtleford | Friday 5 March | Recreation Reserve and Showground Bright | Saturday 6 March | Howett Park Previews will commence from 7:45pm, with the screening to follow from sunset or 8:30pm (whichever is first) Bring along your picnic rug and chairs, your favourite takeaway food, friends, and family!

Sit back and relax and enjoy a screening at a cinema nearest you! •

A Clean Chimney It is always nice to sit by a warm fire during Winter. However, people often forget to keep them well maintained. When smoke starts to come back into the room, this is an indication that the chimney/flue may be blocked and will need to be swept by a professional chimney sweep. These blockages may be due to a large build-up of creosote (black soot) or from other obstructions like a

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bird’s nest. Sweeping your chimney/flue will help prevent fires and promote efficiency.

The CFA attend more houses during winter as a result of chimney/flue fires. Therefore, it is important to maintain your chimney/flue by having it swept once a year.

working smoke alarm in your house. Never put clothes close to wood fires. Never use petrol, oil or kerosene to help light the fire.

Make it a habit to look outside and check your chimney/flue for smoke. Refer to Advert on Page 2 for further help. •

For better, safe burning, follow these tips: Burn only dry, well-seasoned hardwood.

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The Mount Beauty & District Community Bank Dederang Picnic Races is always an exciting day out for the whole family. With a strong six races program featuring the Milestones Dederang Cup and the Alpine Flying. We also have live entertainment for adults and kids.

For those still feeling energetic at the end of the day we also have the Dederang Mile Footrace and Tug-of-War. You can BYO your food and drinks or purchase from one of our amazing local vendors. All this while enjoy the relaxed atmosphere with friends and family in one of the most beautiful places on earth!

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Ben: My firs On March 26 Ben went and raced his first Hard Waste Collection three events, ever EWS (Enduro World Series) event in alls Creek Resort Management will be Canberra an Rotorua, New Zealand. Prior to the event collecting hard waste on Wednesday Matt Rousu caught up with Ben to chat In 2016 I rac 26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. about the race and his potential future in Adelaide Na the mountain bike world.

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ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ offered to local of summer offering a 15% discount – Invoiced Editions in hours advance.for Invoice datesHolidays. are: 09.10.20, 9amfour - 7pm weekends & Public 24 emergencies WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au 04.12.20, 05.02.21 & 01.04.21. This works out to two adverts per month. •

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$250 per Adult + $45 per Day $140 per Child + $35 per Day ENQUIRIES ** More Benefits in 2017**

For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact: All orders Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488

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Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Mount Beauty Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Ph:Angela 0400 350 488 Stratton & to: Anoop Pem. For Payment, Placement of Adverts or Subscriptions, please forward

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Office Address: Suite 2, 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty WHAT Fully accredited General For further information contact:P.O. Box 325, Postal Address: Mount Beauty 3699. ABN: 22 171 749 807

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FALL LINES over the December-January period. The club is enjoying a resurgence in gliding after the lifting of the corona virus restrictions. If you would like to know more about gliding with our fabulous club, call down to the airstrip any time you see the team flying, or contact Peter Deane, Mb: 0418 591 351. •

Below Bogong This book, Below Bogong – A history of Mount Beauty is the second book complied by Diane Edmondson. Her first being Tawonga Remembers, the history of Tawonga was launched at the Tawonga Hall in 2016. The success and interest in this book was overwhelming and it was obvious that people purchasing the book were interested in the local history of the area.

​The beauty and joy of gliding over the Bogong High Plains.

Pic – Courtesy the Mount Beauty Gliding Club.

It was at this point that she decided to compile another book, this time on the history of the township of Mount Beauty.

Below Bogong- A history of Mount Beauty is made up of 412 pages and is divided into 13 chapters. It begins with an overview of the area and covers the early construction of the Kiewa hydroelectricity scheme, its people, and early settlement of Tawonga South, Lower Bogong, Bogong and Mount Beauty.

It also describes life in the town during the

40s, 50s and 60s. The last part of the book is filled with miscellaneous events, accounts, places of interest, stories and memories supplied by individuals. So you can see it is a comprehensive history which covers decades of development, progress and the sociology of the area.

The launch and sales of the book will take place at West Peak Hotel, Mount Beauty on Saturday 13th March at 2.30.

All enquires to Diane Edmondson: Mb: 0428 297 373. •

​Another fabulous piece on this area and it’s history

by Diane Edmondson will be launched on Saturday March 13th at the West Peak Hotel. Pic – Courtesy Diane Edmondson

Got a problem with pests?

We can help with: • Sniffer dog tracking of Termites • Rodents • Spiders • Wasps - and all other pests that crawl or fly!

Andrew Poulton

Ph: 1300 559 799 Mb: 0427 914 909 Em: Andrew@bugroffpestbusters.com

TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE White metal bunk with inner spring mattresses - double lower, single upper, ladder at foot end. In very good condition - photos available. $100. Ph: 0477 443 964.

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 neg. Ph: 0408 466 790.

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

FOR SALE 1997 Toyota Land/Cruiser LX (Troupe carrier).

Reconditioned Turbo Diesel engine in 2018 – has done approx. 10,000k on this new engine. Paperwork for work done available. $25,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.

COVID HUMOUR Have faith in the Pfizer vaccine. Don’t forget they make Viagra. If they can raise the dead... they can save the living!

BECOME A DOCTOR When I was young I decided I wanted to be a doctor, so I took the entrance exam to go to Medical School. One of the questions asked was to rearrange the letters “PNEIS" into the name of an important human body part which is most useful when erect. Those who answered spine are doctors today. The rest of us are sending jokes by email!!!

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.

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

BUSINESS DIRECTORY ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.

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: hello@studioecakes.com.au 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 CLEBRANT – HEATHER MULL Quality Ceremonies – All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www. celebrant-ne-vic.com.au 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 Tue to Fri inclusive.

Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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 outside these hours may be made by prior arrangement.

Ph: 0409 573 909 or 131 008.

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FALL LINES Alpine Colour Fun Run It’s the only run that will have you looking like a rainbow, promoting health, fitness, and fun for the whole community! This year the Alpine Colour Fun Run is making its way around the Regulating Pondage, with the main event taking place at the Mount Beauty Recreation Reserve (our cricket and footy oval). Run or walk your way around the course, keeping your eye out for colour powder being thrown your way.

There’s more information to come, so keep an eye out in the next edition for details. In the meantime, mark your calendars for Sunday, 21 March, 2021 and spread the word.

Please note that the Alpine Colour Fun Run is running in accordance with the COVID-19 guidelines set out by the Victorian Government and is subject to restrictions. This means that this event is

The Alpine Colour Fun Run is coming to Mount Beauty on Sunday 21st March, Be there!

Pic – Courtesy the Alpine Shire

subject to change and may be postponed. If this is the case, all registered attendees will be emailed. •

MOUNT ROAD CLOSURES BEAUTYSunday 7th March EVENT INFORMATION - Labour Day Long Weekend

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On Sunday 7th March 2021, ‘Peaks Challenge Falls Creek’ will return to the Alpine Region, with 1800 cyclists registered to ride the 235km loop circuit. Commencing at OPENING SATURDAY 6:45am, the cyclists will depart Falls Creek, and travel in an anti-clockwise direction 12TH NOVEMBER via Mount Beauty, Harrietville, Dinner Plain and Omeo. The event will conclude at Early Family Season Pool Pass approximately 8:15pm at FallsBird Creek.

- $85 sale until November 20th.

Across the course of the day,on there will be changed traffic conditions, including areas Normal Season of restricted vehicle access, in the following locations: 12th November - 20th DecemberTraffic Conditions Starts Restricted Vehicle Access Location Ends Bogong High-Plains Rd (C531) Tawonga Gap Rd (C536) Great Alpine Rd (B500) Bogong High-Plains Rd (C531)

Lap Mon - Fri Roundabout 7am - 10:30am Falls Swimming: Creek Village to Mount Beauty Full Road Closure General Admission: Mon - Fri 3:30pm-7pm Tawonga South to Germantown Full Road Closure Weekends 1:30pm - 6:30pm Harrietville South to Hotham Heights Bridge

Holiday Seasonto Falls Creek Village Omeo Hwy @ Shannonvale

21st December - 29th January

Full Road Closure Full Road Closure

5:30am 7:00am 8:00am 8:00am

9am 6:30am 1pm 8:30pm

In addition to the above,Closed there will also be changed Christmas Day traffic conditions (including speed reductions and the presence of traffic controllers, in the following areas: Lap Swimming: Mon - Fri etc.)

6:15am - 10:30am • Kiewa Valley Hwy (C531) - Mount Beauty General Admission: Mon - Fri 1pm -7pm • Great Alpine Road (B500) - Germantown to Omeo Weekends 1:30 - 6:30pm • Omeo Hwy (C543) - Omeo to Normal ShannonvaleSeason s, please remember to: 30th January - 26th April

Programs

• Allow plenty of clearance when overtaking Seniors Hour cyclists. Tues/Thurs 10:30am Arthritis Warm Water Exercise Group Tues/Thurs 10:30am • Allow ample travel time as theAquaFit average cyclists will ride between 20-35 km/h.

Tues/Thurs 6:30pm For further information, please contact Bicycle Sat Network 9am Season, Family & Concession Passes on (03) 8376 8888 or visit www.bicyclenetwork.com.au.

FEB 26 Falls Creek MTB Interschools – hosted by Falls Creek and Mount Beauty Secondary College. Further details at Ph: 03 5758 1200.

FEB 26 ​Open Air screening of ‘Penguin Bloom’ – a heart-warming and uplifting Australian story to be shown on the Les Peart Oval as a special community event – from 7:45pm.

Bring your chair, nibbles and a blanket. Further details: 03 5755 0555.

FEB 27 Falls Creek hosts the State XCO Championship Series. XCO or Cross country Olympic Format is one of the most well know and exciting disciplines of mountain biking and the guns will be here. Wb: vicchampseries.com.au. Em: info@ entryzone.com.au. Ph: 03 5758 1200.

MAR 7 Peaks Challenge Falls Creek. Almost 2000 cyclists will visit Falls Creek for one of the greatest and challenging rides in the Southern Hemisphere. https://www.bicyclenetwork.com.au/ MAR 7 Mt Bogong Conquestathon CANCELLED MAR 13 Dederang Picnic Race Day –

A Fun family day out! Further enquiries to: Ph: 0499 357 688

Em: dederangraceclub@gmail.com MAR 13 Below Bogong – A History of Mount Beauty by Diane Edmondson - Book Launch function from 12noon at West Peak Hotel. Ph: 0428 297 373.

MAR 21 Alpine Colour Fun Run 10am – 3pm on the Mount Beauty Recreation Reserve (Cricket Oval). On-site drinks and snacks – all welcome.

See report on PXX. APR 2-5 Easter Celebrations at Falls Creek.

Ph: 03 5758 1200.

Maintaining proper tyre pressure is important for many reasons other than reducing the potential of a flat tyre or a blowout.

In order to achieve optimum handling from your vehicle, from everyday driving to making emergency manoeuvres, tyre pressure needs to be at the proper inflation level.

Even a tyre that doesn't appear to be low on air can result in reduced vehicle handling and excessive tread wear.

available. Further details: Enquire at Reception.

MEDICAL SERVICES - Upper Kiewa Valley

Check your tyre pressure regularly Perform a simple tyre inspection Be aware of uneven wear of the tyre Know what to look for when checking the wear-bars in the tyre!

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HOW WHO

2D Tawonga Crescent.

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

Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments Doctors: Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine, Brett Goodsall & Damian Heman

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

CONTACT Ph: 03 5754 3400

Em: enquiries@mbmc.com.au

Wb: https://www.mbmc.com.au/ Falls Creek Medical Centre is currently closed!

To make an appointment, please phone 03 5754 3400.

You will be directed to a doctor for a Tele-Health appointment. Our Doctors are on call 24 hours a day, Seven days a week from Mount Beauty!

Your local practice – supporting the community!

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~ A MOTORING TIP ~ Brought to you by Rick at: Mount Beauty Service Centre 35 Bogong High Plains Rd, Mount Beauty Phone: 03 5754 4061

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