FRIDAY 27TH AUGUST 2021
The National Gravity Enduro Series acts as the qualifying series for the Enduro World Series. See mention in the article with Ben McIlroy.
he closure of season 2020 was extremely challenging, disheartening, demoralising and frankly (insert your own favourite pejorative) devastating with respect to its impact on so many lives, livelihoods and wellbeing.
Which is why, writing this during Lockdown Seven feels so much like ‘Groundhog Day’ and not in a good way.
Mountain Bike Australia in conjunction with Falls Creek Resort Management are pleased to present Round One of the 2017 Gravity Enduro National Series. The series is Australia wide with Round Two being held at Stromlo Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to Rockhampton in July and the final round will be held on Woodford Island, on the Clarence River in northern NSW in August.
So instead of our usually constructive column, we thought providing some resources to help with assistance that is available both to businesses and to individuals in this time might be a helpful way in working through some options.
The popularity of mountain biking continues to grow. From the great efforts of some Mount Beauty locals in the 90’s - to hosting the Nationals in Feb 2000 - to the point where we have some of the best tracks in the country - both in Mount Beauty and in Falls Creek. The growth and the success means we can continue to host fabulous events.
Whilst this isn’t exhaustive by any means, there are opportunities to find funding assistance for your business, or seek out help in talking with someone to assist in dealing with the anxiety, frustration and exhaustion.
More than ever, this is the time that we need to look to one another for support, and please don’t be afraid to ask for help. Help can include calling a friend or checking in on a neighbour or seasonal staff who are away from families, who we know will be isolated. We live in a digital age, yet this often doesn't ease the burden of lockdown. Falls Creek is more than just an alpine resort, it’s a community of incredibly dedicated individuals who care.
Free confidential specialist mental health support is available to you on the mountain at Falls Creek. No referral needed.
We are very lucky to have access to Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) Rural Outreach Service, so please share Darren’s number with your friends, family and colleagues, and also don’t be afraid to give him a call yourself, or access the 24/7 Outreach Triage number.
Round One of the GE National Series will be staged this weekend, beginning with practice sessions from 11am Friday. During the course of the weekend, several of the trails will be closed to general riders although Blue Dirt will have shuttles running on Friday from 11am to 6pm and again on Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Cost is $50 per day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt. com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will be closed to the general public, but will progressively open as the different sections of the event are completed. Pretty Valley Road will also have closures and be subject to delays should anyone be travelling back from the horse yards or Pretty Valley Pondage. Now this Gravity Enduro is a different sort of mountain bike racing to what we know as Downhill or Cross Country. The Gravity Enduro is both. The athletes will start with a warm up ride from Slalom Plaza, out the Bogong High Plains Road, up the Pretty Valley Road and then across to the Trig
Darren 0408 110 739 or AWH Mental Health Triage service 1300 104 211.
Business Victoria is also offering free wellbeing support for small business owners and employees, plus practical business advice and financial counselling. Free/seven days per week, phone 1300 375 330 or visit business.vic.gov.au/wellbeing
Alpine Resorts Winter Support Program Assists businesses in Victoria's alpine resorts and surrounding towns who have been most impacted by the COVID-19 restrictions between May and August 2021.
No time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech.
An additional allocation of $72 million will boost the Small Business COVID Hardship Fund to $252 million, with grants increasing from $10,000 to $14,000 and available to small and medium sized businesses across the state.
Point on the Frying Pan Spur. The aim of the game is to ride each section no faster than the fastest time allowed, and no slower than the set slowest time. Then they do the competitive bit, before riding to the start of the next competitive bit without beating or exceeding the times permitted. At the time of going to print, the final course had not been set, but they look like taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then heading to Flowtown, completing that before heading to Thunderbolt and then to Generator and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza. Sound like a pretty easy day!!
The fund opened for applications on 12 August 2021 through the Business Victoria website and will help up to 18,000 businesses that have been ineligible for business support programs and have experienced a reduction in revenue of at least 70 per cent.
Locate right beside the bottom station of Halley’s Comet Chairlift! Spend some time and take in the fabulous history that has earned this community so much respect!
And, talk to any member of our team about the rewards of volunteering in the Falls Creek Museum.
4 Slalom Street, southern end of the Panabode building.
Phone: 03 5758 1202 for further information
Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au
Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au
Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum
Please try to allow 24hours notice. For further information: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Facebook/fallscreekmuseum
Alpha Lodge
A Resort Entry Permit is required for your vehicle when entering the resort between the 12th of June until the 3rd of October. The entrance to the resort is at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4kms below the village. Permits should be purchased online before arrival at the resort.
Open 365 days a year. Self cater accommodation $56 p/p p/n twin/dbl. $42 p/p p/n bunk room. Parallel Street. Ph: 5758 3488 or visit: www.alphaskilodge.com.au
Altitude Apartments
The day rate is $59.00. If you opt to print your permit at home you will receive a discounted fee. If arriving after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same day, entry is free.
Hotel Falls Creek
This year operations are a little different and we ask that you plan ahead and book as much as you can online before you leave home.
1. Book Accommodation
2. Book Lift Tickets
3. Book Resort Entry
Apartment style luxury rooms, Pool & Jacuzzi, Sauna & Steam Room. On-site restaurant and bar. Open all year round - available for group bookings and functions. Ph: 03 5732 8000 Wb: www.qtfallscreek.com.au
4. Book ATS (if required)
5. Print, Pack, Park
Snowski Apartments
Businesses that are legally allowed to operate but are restricted in their ability to generate revenue – such as a food store located at a shopping centre or a manufacturer supplying goods for closed venues – will be among those businesses that that could be eligible.
The weekend’s program sort of goes like this. Saturday: 9am to 16:00 is compulsory practice. 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info Tent open. 17:00 to 17:30 is rider briefing. From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last Hoot Restaurant and Bar in Slalom Plaza. Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider Briefing and Timing activation. 8:30am to 1430pm Trails Open for GE competition.1500 to 1630 Presentations. If you’re into biking and would like to enjoy some good action, be at Falls Creek this weekend. Further detail from 03 5758 1200. •
Mountain biking, road cycling, hiking and all other activities, visit the Visitor Information Centre (above the Slalom Street Day Shelter) for maps and info. Open 9am - 5pm weekdays. Ph: 03 5758 1202.
Spacious fully self-contained accommodation open all year round. Bike storage and free wi-fi. On site bar & restaurant - Be Foodstore. Ph: 03 5758 3811 Wb: www.altitudefallscreek.com.au
Attunga Lodge
Season Permits are available for purchase online for $485 and can be collected at Howman’s Gap Ticket Box, the ATS building or Visitor Information Centre. Season Permit Holders must register their trip before arriving at the resort, print off the pass and place it on the dashboard of your vehicle when in resort. This is a Victorian government regulation for the 2021 season.
Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.
Resort Entry Fees find the essential services of:
Cedarwood Apartments
• Ski Patrol • Car Parking • Snow Clearing
Water Supply
Visitor Information Centre
Self contained accommodation open all year round with on-site management. Located in the Village Bowl. Ph: 5758 3356, or visit www.snowskiapartments.com.au
The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located in the Resort Management Office, up-stairs on the corner of Slalom Street and Snowgums Lane.
Summit Ridge Lodge
Open 8am – 5pm daily for Visitor Information and Gym Memberships. Ph: 03 5758 1200. (Map Ref: E4)
Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3800.
Viking Lodge
Accommodation Transfer Service (ATS)
Self-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites. On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop. Free Wi-Fi. Ph. 03 5758 3247.
Falls Creek Foodworks
From 5pm on 24th June 24 until 12pm on 6th September 2021, all roads in the Falls Creek village are closed to all traffic. Before or
For all licensed supermarket lines - located in lower level, St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pm daily. Ph: 03 5758 3009.
• Waste Management • Visitor Information Services
Fully self contained apartment accommodation Schuss Street Ph: 5758 3393.
Falls Creek Country Club
For more details about Falls Creek Resort please visit fallscreek.com.au.
Fully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night. Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au.
Operating from the Terminal Building on the Bogong High Plains Road, the Accommodation Transfer Service will transport you, your group and your luggage to your accommodation in the village. Tickets can be prepurchased online or at the ATS terminal.
BE Foodstore
Hours of Operation
Falls Creek Child Care is open Mon - Fri and is located in Slalom Plaza next to Stingray. The Centre is open to children aged 12 weeks to 5 years old and is run by fully qualified educators and is eligible for government rebates.Booking is essential. Phone 03 5758 1244 or visit www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.
Falls Creek Resort Management can be contacted via info@fallscreek.com.au or 03 5758 1200
Bogong High Plains Road.
Gebi’s Apartments
Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, then 5 days. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222. Refer ad this edition.
Last Hoot Café
@fallscreekalpineresort @fallscreek
Fully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 45 35 25.
Nelse Alpine Lodge
Open for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Breakfast options. Group bookings catered for. Comfortable lodge, pool and spa. Fully Licensed. Ph: 03 5758 3263
Saturday - Thursday: 8am - 10pm Friday: 8am - midnight
Open daily from 4pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5758 3088. Refer ad this edition.
Stingray Restaurant @ QT
Open daily 8am - 8pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5732 8000. Refer ad this edition.
Upstairs Resort Management Office (above day shelter) Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends and public holidays.
The Business Costs Assistance Program provides support for businesses that are significantly affected due to the lockdown but continue to incur costs.
2021
An additional $110 million has been allocated to the new licensed hospitality venue initiative.
Payment amounts will be stepped according to premises capacity: $5,000 for a capacity of up to 99 patrons, $10,000 for a capacity of 100 to 499 patrons and $20,000 for a capacity of 500 or more.
Eligible workers across the state who lose hours of work due to the lockdown will be able to access the Commonwealth’s
COVID-19 Disaster Payment, as will individuals who are sole-trader business owners who lose work and that do not qualify for Victorian Government support programs.
The COVID-19 Disaster Payment is administered through Services Australia, with the Federal Government funding the areas declared a Commonwealth hotspot and the Victorian Government assuming responsibility to fund payments in the rest of the state.
The payment is set at $450 for people who have lost from eight to 20 hours work or
a full day of work (over seven days), and $750 for 20 hours or more of work lost. People who receive certain Commonwealth income support are eligible to receive a $200 payment where they have lost eight hours or more of work due to the lockdowns.
Victorian micro-businesses and sole trader business owners who wish to apply for the Commonwealth COVID-19 Disaster Payment can access the Business Victoria Concierge Service on 13 22 15 and schedule an appointment that will provide them with assistance to make an application.
Now, stay safe, get 2 hours of exercise and take some time to escape the chaos…•
Stuart
Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management
Not much happening xc wise at Falls Creek this week, new snow on Monday has given the trails a nice refresh.
With no skiing to report I thought I would let you know about the latest tech in cross country ski equipment.
Most top ski brands now offer a “mohair” waxless ski option. Instead of struggling with grip wax in Australia’s notoriously difficult waxing conditions or using underperforming fish scales, mohair has found its way back onto the bases of high performing xc skis.
Similar to the ‘skins’ used in in back country skiing and those used for centuries in Scandinavia, new generation mohair can provide great grip and glide in our variable snow.
mix of Pastas, Soup and Souvlaki – as well as our sourdough loaves!
Full Menu on the Website: www.summitridge.com.au
Orders from 5:30pm Six nights Closed Tuesdays
Phone: 03 5758 3800 for reservations Or book through the website! Web: www.summitridge.com.au Email: ski@summitridge.com.au 8 Schuss Street, Falls Creek
For reservations call 03 5758 3800 or Em: ski@summitridge.com.au Schuss Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: K3
restaurant Map Ref: K3
Those readers who are old enough will remember when mohair had a short and unsuccessful career as a waxless option, it would ice up, be slow and wore out quickly so was soon discontinued.
A couple of years ago with new technology, mohair was reintroduced, this time with much greater success. The Norwegian ski company Madshus also uses an ‘on the fly’ movable ski binding which expands the performance range of mohair.
In the attached photo you will see the mohair on the base, but the binding has a large red MOVE button that moves the binding forward and back without removing the ski. This allows adjustability to either increase grip for steep uphills or when the snow is slippery or move the binding back for more speed on downhills or when skiing on grippier snow. I have been on this ski all season and been really enjoying it performance. It has the same solid, instant engagement kick as a waxed ski, is fairly fast and only has minimal noise when going downhill. It will never be as good a well waxed ski, but for the 75% of the time when waxing is a challenge or when you are short on time and just want
and the
to get out on the snow these are a fantastic option. The only caveat is to make sure the ski is the proper flex for your weight and skiing style.
Falls Creek Cross Country at Windy Corner has several mohair skis available for demo, so when we reopen why not drop by to check them out or just drop in to say G’day and get a waxing recommendation. • Andrew Hall
Rocky Valley Rush / Sun Valley Ramble Cancelled
Although the event was cancelled this year, I would like to acknowledge the following:
The Bogong Power Station Information Centre is closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic
For more information: agl.com.au/hydro AGLCommunity@agl.com.au 03 5754 3222
TAKE-AWAY MENU
Coffee / Burgers / Fish n Chips
Hot Food / Fruit Salads / Cakes
Sushi / Rice Paper Rolls Cold Drinks
TRADING HOURS: 9am - 3pm: Thurs to Mon Plus: 5:30 - 8pm: Fri & Sat Closed: Tues & Wed
PHONE ORDERS: 0411 695 546
• Thanks to the small team of local Birkies on the race committee who are prepared to get a race up and going for those still able to attend. Unfortunately it was not to be and Victorian Covid lockdown was implemented from 1pm on Saturday afternoon, the day before.
• Thanks also to the 33 entrants we had up until Friday night for your support!!
• Thanks to Meg Crebbin who came up with a fantastic poster this year.
• Thanks to Geoff Sorenson for the planning to get the course prepared for the day.
• Also thanks to Michal Trnka of Alpine Timing for all his work on the entry side of things, generating certificates and also for getting information to participants and also for fielding lots of enquires and the occasional criticism.
• Also many thanks to Snow, Trek and Travel who were once again prepared to sponsor the event, even though last year and this year have not been great for snow related businesses.
Maybe we can finally get something going in 2022!! •
Ann Bellingham, Race Secretary Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club
‘Twas
To borrow from the poem by Clement Clarke Moore that was first published in 1823 in a New York newspaper
called The Sentinel… ‘Twas the night before Hoppet and all over the house… everyone was still up eating and drinking and watching TV because there was no need to get up early - to race up the hill and get a good parking spot at Windy Corner for the Hoppet.
But… all is not lost!
Way back in February the organisers decided to again offer a virtual Hoppet so that overseas skiers could keep up their involvement with the event despite being locked out of the country.
Now, with the rest of us either locked down or locked out, the Virtual Hoppet has become the event of last recourse. The rules are pretty simple... go online to www. hoppet.com.au and hand over your $10 and commit to carrying out some form of physical activity over a 42, 21 or 7km route of your choice. Not only will you have your participation recorded for posterity in the online Hoppet results list, but you will also receive a beautiful buff style neckwarmer/ balaclava/beanie/facemask in the mail.
Online entries for the virtual Hoppet do not close until midnight Sunday so there is still time to enter. If you cannot manage the distance in your allotted exercise time, it is acceptable to spread your activity across a day or two or whatever. But please remember to upload your results by the end of next week.
Entries have been received from 26 countries and all Australian states and mainland territories. The oldest is Jiri Baros from Valascke Mezinci in the Czech Republic
Courtesy Franco Open 10am - 6pm Daily
and the three youngest (Thomas Derrick from Tawonga South, Daisy Hawkins from Healesville and Enak Lebas from Morbier in France) were all born in 2020. They will compete in the pouch class, reserved for children who will be carried or towed along by their parents. And here are a few pictures of happy Hoppeteers…
HOME DELIVERY NOW AVAILABLE!
~ Falls Creek & the Upper Kiewa Valley ~
If you can't get off the mountain, or are finding it hard to get to the shops during lockdown, you can now order everything you need from the butchery online, and we'll deliver it to your door! Simply head to the link below, fill out our online form and include all your contact details and any products you'd like to order.
Once we've received payment over the phone, your order will be on its way to you on your nominated delivery date!
Free delivery available to Falls Creek addresses on Wednesdays & Fridays. Mount Beauty, Tawonga South & Tawonga addresses on weekdays.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to give Will a call at the shop on 03 5754 1888. 211 Kiewa Valley Hwy, Tawonga South
tax problem – you go to the best tax agent. If your car blows up – you go to a very good mechanic. If you get lost – you would want the best SES personnel looking for you.
Therefore, if you are feeling a little down – then you seek out the best advice possible.
There has been much going on here at AGL Hydro over the past couple of months and as we embark on our journey of better engaging with our community, we feel it is important to keep you in the loop with where our focus has been, as well as some opportunities for you to get involved.
You may have seen some increased activity nearby Clover Power Station on the drive up to Falls Creek over the last few months. This marks the return to service for the oldest power station in the Kiewa Hydroelectric Scheme – constructed back in 1944.
guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief
The two-year project began after an inspection using a remotely operated vehicle identified a roof collapse in the 80-year-old tunnel, a rare circumstance to occur.
AGL made the decision to invest over $15m in the tunnel repair project, noting that whilst it is a relatively old asset in the
It has been a record year for visitation this summer and Resort Management would like to get your feedback on events, visitor demographic, mountain biking and general observations.
WHERE Bottom of Gully Chairlift.
WHEN Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref: J6)
HOW Appointments Only.
Ph: 03 5758 3238 24 hours for Emergencies. COVID-19 Restrictions are in place for winter season. Numbers are limited. Bookings only!
Refer to: www.mbmc.com.au for further information
WHERE Tawonga Crescent.
WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.
HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
Therefore you are invited to join the relevant Resort Management personnel and other members of the community for a summer season debrief meeting. This meeting will take place on Wednesday 26th April from 9:30am to around 11:30am in the Boardroom above Foodworks in QT.
WHO Doctors: Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine, Brett Goodsall & Damian Heman.
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 42 years of service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
Phone consultations are an option. Call either number for an appointment!
fleet, it delivers quality, dependable, and clean electricity generation into the grid.
The tunnel repair has been noted to be possibly one of the most complex Hydro Power Station Tunnel Repairs in the Southern Hemisphere, including the coordinating isolation for any contractors who we had to employ out of town to ensure the community was best protected from the risks of COVID-19 infection.
If you have any specific agenda items, please email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. We look forward to seeing you all there. • for to saving To Village will 10am 3rd, Companies Bedding and and Suppliers, suppliers Prepare Visit details
5754 4204 $25, $20 (members), $10 (students)
After holding our Bogong Village Transition Forums last month, we heard a lot of stories, opinions, and thoughts on the role that Bogong Village will play in the next chapter of its life. It was moving to hear about our community’s connection to this place, and it clearly holds a special place in a lot of our hearts.
A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some wine and a light BBQ will be provided, but we ask that you bring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. • Trade Fair @ Falls Creek
Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity
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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.
Take advantage of the value packed* Local Pass - exclusively offered to local residents.
BUSINESS DIR.: • $5.90 per line per Edition.
DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm
Tawonga Crescent 8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays Ph: 5754 3400
ONLINE:
• Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au
$250 per Adult + $45 per Day
$140 per Child + $35 per Day ** More Benefits in 2017** All orders in by Sunday 30th
We recognise that, and we have heard the community. The feedback was clear, there needs to be a life and soul in Bogong Village throughout the transition period whilst we continue our discussions with potential new operators.
AGL is currently working hard on some near-term and long-terms options to address these very valid concerns. It won’t be in a commercial capacity - we have always maintained that as an energy company, we’re not in the holiday accommodation business – but we hope this goes some way to reintroduce some vibrancy in the village and potentially help relieve the rental market stresses that are having an impact on our community.
We’re excited to announce that this year’s AGL Hydro Community Fund will be opening on 1 September, closing on 30 September. Last year, we supported the Mount Beauty Swimming Hole Project, the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed, and a signage project for Pebble Beach, amongst many other COVID Safe sponsorships.
We’re also still on the hunt for more members of our Community Dialogue
FOR SALE
Snowmobile Yamaha VK 540 and trailer. Hi/Low gear, widetrack/longtrack, elec start, forward and reverse. Goes well. Powerful workhorse. Located at Falls Creek. $850. Ph: 0456 022 211.
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 M20 DISC road bike, Carbon frame, size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue. $1,950. * Nello Viper 51 kayak. $1,500. * 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.
ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS
Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.
ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE
Frueauf Village (below Milch Café) Grnd Flor, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St. Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 3766. Em: fallscreeek@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: 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
Group. After some exceptional applicants, we are extending the Expression Of Interest period so that we can gather even more momentum. Our first meeting will be held in early October. If you’re interested, or if you know someone who may be, feel free to get in touch. The more people we have involved, the better outcomes we can achieve for the community.
To find out more information, head to agl. com.au/hydro or email AGLCommunity@ agl.com.au
As long-term backers of the Kangaroo Hoppet, we echo the disappointment in it not being able to go ahead again this year. The resolve of everyone involved is admirable, and a special thanks to Allan Marsland and Ben Derrick for quickly pivoting to host a virtual Hoppet this year. AGL is proud to continue backing the Hoppet through our sponsorship funding this year, even though it is a little different to how it has been traditionally hosted. In 2020 my virtual Hoppet was out on the mountain bike and I am planning do the same for 2021, maybe I’ll see you out there! •
Simon Kelley, AGL Head of Hydro agl.com.au/hydro. 03 5754 3222
FOR SALE
Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. Ph: 0408 466 790.
Snowmobile 2004 Polaris Trail Touring. Electric start and electric reverse. Only travelled 240km, always housed undercover at Wang Ski Club and regularly serviced. Comes with service manual and supplement. Located Mount Beauty, all offers considered. Contact Chris 0457 410 933.
Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.
HAPPY OR SAD
"I bet you can't tell me something that will make me both happy and sad at the same time," a husband says to his wife. She thinks about it for a moment and then responds "Your penis is bigger than your brother's."
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Altitude 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.
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
LOCKSMITH & HANDYMAN
Codi Coutts – servicing the Kiewa Valley & North East Victoria. Ph: 0475 388 990. Em: kiewavalleylocksmith@yahoo.com
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.
Mount Beauty Pharmacy is proud to be joining the Australian Government's Covid-19 Vaccination Program. As qualified Pharmacist Immunisers, both Phil and Peta have been delivering seasonal Influenza Vaccinations to their customers for a number of years.
To be able to offer the AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine to all eligible people we are confident that we will be able to quickly achieve high vaccination rates for our local area and wider communities. Vaccination is our best defence against Covid-19, and the more people we can vaccinate the more protected the vulnerable people in our community will be
We are encouraged to see such a great response in our first weeks of delivering this much needed service, and anyone wishing to book an appointment can head to: www. mountbeautypharmacy.com.au and register for their vaccination. •
BUSINESS FOR SALE
General and Refrigerated Freight, Kiewa Delivery Service, established 2001. Delivers to and from Albury Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek five days a week. For further details, Ph: 0409 744 621.
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 – until now when it has not been returned. This is a valuable piece of the area’s history and we hope this notice may prompt some-ones memory. Your Editor has purchased a digital copy from Melbourne University for reference, but we would love to have the original bound copy returned. Ph: 00400 350 488.
POWER GENERATOR SERVICE & REPAIR
Services and repairs for Standby and Prime Power generating sets. eg Diesel, Petrol and or Gas Power Generators. We also offer a 24/7 call out service if needed. Locally located at the base of the Kiewa Valley. Ph: 0407 235 891. Em: info@cogenplus.com.au
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.
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.
Due to the latest lockdown, North East Water has postponed its planned community drop-in sessions regarding the Mount Beauty Raw Water Offtake Project.
The Corporation was planning to meet with community member on Monday and Tuesday and is now looking at rescheduling the sessions at a later date or try a different format if the lockdown continues on for a lengthy period.
A drone shot of the approximate location of the new infrastructure to be built on the West Kiewa downstream from the Pondage Spillway. Pic – Courtesy NE Water
New water infrastructure is to be built on the east bank of the West Kiewa River, downstream of the Pondage spillway on Embankment Drive.
This new ‘offtake’ will allow water from the Kiewa River to be pumped to the Mount Beauty treatment plant in Tawonga South before it is returned back into the community as drinking water.
More detail on the project can be found at www.newater.com.au/mtbeauty. It includes a link to an online survey, as well as an updated FAQ sheet based on the further questions asked by the community over the past few weeks. •
Lock-Down changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.
AUG 28 Kangaroo Hoppet – our fantastic International Cross Country Ski Race. https://hoppet.com.au/ Cancelled – Refer announcement in this paper.
AUG 31 Twilight Tuesdays! The Village Bowl 3:30 to 5:30pm for our ‘Street Party’ with fire pits, marshmallows, games and music! Weather & COVID-19 Restrictions may apply.
SEP 2 Thursday. Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association Annual General Meeting. 7:30pm in the AUDITORIUM@ informationcentre on the Bogong High Plains Rd.
SEP 4 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. Phone Bev: 0419 289 672, or Email: bevbantick@gmail.com
SEP 4 Saturday. St Kilda Film Festival in Mount Beauty Community Centre at 7pm. A total of 15 films. Drinks prior and at interval. Tickets at Mt Beauty Hardware and at the door.
SEP 4-5 Rescheduled AUS XC National Champ’s. Falls Creek Nordic Bowl.
NOV 6 The Outdoor School Bogong celebrates 50 years of providing excellent education to thousands of students. Ph: 03 57543 1732
NOV 27-29 Alpine Challenge 2021 https://www. runningwild.net.au/alpine-runs/alpinechallenge.html
