This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 3 November 2023

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SUMMER EDITION TWO

FRIDAY 3RD NOVEMBER 2023

​Satchmo Sang It!!

​Main:​​And people wonder why we choose to live in the beautiful Upper Kiewa Valley. Pic – Roslyn Ann Photography ​​Left: Tim McKechnie and young son Lenox giving the new pump track a fair-dinkum go! Pic – Ken Bell ​Right​: The ribbon is cut and the kids (and everyone else) are happy – opening the new Pump Track. Pic – Ken Bell

PUMP TRACK OPENING Additional Assets

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he Mount Beauty Pump Track is the latest addition to the Mount Beauty recreation reserve and Saturday October 28th saw the official opening ceremony with rider demos, ribbon cutting, a host of dignitaries and a BBQ provided by Team Mount Beauty.

This further development means that the precinct now contains a BMX track, skatepark and bowl and a pump track. We are lucky to be able to have such a fantastic facility servicing the needs of our kids (of all ages) to be active, to congregate and to further their skills.

And, all of these facilities are located right next to the footy/cricket oval, the tennis courts, the netball court, the lake, the playground and the BBQ area – all within a short walk to the airfield.

Pump tracks were originally designed as a means for BMX riders and mountain bikers to develop their bike handling and confidence. They are suitable for all wheeled sports including skateboards, scooters and balance bikes.

Visitor Information Centre - OPEN FOR BUSINESS -

Mondays to Fridays 9am – 5pm Weekends & Public Holidays 9am – 3pm

Pump tracks are very much like a mini roller coaster and encourage innovative play and are enormously fun.

The pump track in Mount Beauty was built by ‘Trailscapes’ who are an industry leader in this space.

Team Mount Beauty would like to express our gratitude for their efforts and to say how pleased we are with the outcome.

Major projects like this don't happen without financial backing and Team Mount Beauty would like to acknowledge the Federal Government Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grant scheme for providing $364,000 in funding.

As our local federal representative Helen Haines was invited, but unfortunately couldn't attend due to prior commitments.

A brief note of congratulations was read out on her behalf by the Team Mount Beauty club president Carly Emond.

AGL continued their support of Team Mount Beauty by providing $25000 through their Community Support Funding. The timing of this funding was invaluable in getting the project off the ground. AGL was represented by Erik Harvey (Civil Team Support) who, being local, gets to see the benefits of the pump track often.

Located upstairs in the Resort Management building, cnr Slalom Street & Bogong High Plains Road.

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​L-R Erik Harvey (AGL), Helen Havercroft (Alpine Shire), Carly Emond (TMB President), Tony Keeble (Shire Councillor), Jamie Armitage and Michael Whipps (both TMB Pump Track Committee workers). Pic – Ken Bell

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The Alpine Shire has committed $30,000 for landscaping and finishing works.

The shire has also committed to take responsibility for maintaining the area with ongoing maintenance. Councillor Tony Keeble spoke on behalf of the Alpine Shire Council and knocked out a few laps around the pump track. Helen Havercroft (Director Customer and Community) was also on hand representing the council.

These projects can be quite complex and Team Mount Beauty would like to acknowledge and express appreciation for the excellent project management of Callum Brown from BCX Projects.

Jamie Armitage took the opportunity to express the club's gratitude to the Pump Track working group, our funding providers and the enthusiasm the general community has had for this project.

Team Mount Beauty is enormously proud of all our volunteers and to see the fruition of their ideas and efforts is wonderful. Jamie and the Pump Track working group have put countless hours into the pump track and Team Mount Beauty believes this will be a treasured community asset for years to come. • Scooter for TMB

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE

· Grocery · Liquor · Produce · Meat · Hot Food · ATM · Phone recharge

Falls Creek FoodWorks Bogong High Plains Road, St Falls West Ph: 03 5758 3009 | Fx: 03 5758 3034 Em: fallscreek@stores.foodworks.com.au Open Weekdays: 10am – 3pm Saturdays: 10am – 2pm Closed Sundays

Mt Beauty FoodWorks

OPEN DURING SUMMER MONDAY TO FRIDAY: FROM 4PM DINNER: 4PM - 8PM HAPPY HOUR: 4PM - 6PM DAILY

4-16 Kiewa Crescent, Mt Beauty P: 03 5754 1400 F: 03 5754 4829 E: mtbeauty@stores.foodworks.com.au

• Open 7 Days •

from 5pm For Dine-In or Take Away Full Menu, great Pizzas & Burgers Phone Orders & Bookings recommended Fully Licensed!

Slalom Plaza, Falls Creek …the start and end of the mountain bike trails!!!

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TMB NEWS Subsidised Female Skills Clinics

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eam Mount Beauty is partnering with All Terrain Cycles in Bright to bring two of their fabulous female coaches to Mount Beauty on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 to run a couple of chicks only skills clinics. The clinics will be open to both Members and Non-Members with Team Mount Beauty offering subsidised spots (50% discount) to TMB Members.

We will run a beginner and an intermediate clinic with eight spots available in each (depending on interest and rider skill level).

The clinics will run for a duration of three hours at Big Hill Mountain Bike Park starting at 9am.

The beginner session would suit riders who know how to ride a bike and have ridden off-road before but who are learning the skills of mountain biking or riders who have been off the bike in recent times and are looking to get back into the sport or more comfortable riding in their ‘own’ backyard.

This is not an intro to mountain-biking course. Riders must be comfortable on green trails (ie Survey Track or Shady Gully).

The intermediate session will focus on fine tuning those basic skills that lead to us being more competent and confident riders on the trails including cornering (we all know we do one side better than the other), braking and body position. Intermediate riders will feel comfortable riding blue trails for example riding up to Cattleyards and down Bananarama.

Bistro open Tues to Sat from 5:30pm Bar open 7 days from 2pm DRIVE IN BOTTLESHOP​​​

Open:​Sunday to Thursday: 10am - 9pm ​Friday & Saturday: 1​ 0am - 10pm

Member Cost: $50. Non-Member Cost: $100 (Payment not required at registration. TMB will invoice you directly for the course) All participants will need to have Recreational AusCycling Insurance and show proof of this when registering for the course. Any questions please email: info@ tmb.org.au or text/call Carly Emond on 0497 961 153. •

Great Support Big Hill recently saw an influx of hi-vis working hard on the new kids track, 'Hydroflow!’

Hydroflow will be a new riding area in the bottom paddock of Big Hill MTB Park close to the trailhead. There will be a variety of trails that are designed to encourage skill development and inspire our kids to explore their love of mountain biking.

As part of AGL's Staff Volunteer days, Team Mount Beauty supervised a hard working crew to tackle the tough task of building these trails. Team Mount Beauty (and, of course, the rest of the mountain biking community) are very grateful for the funding AGL has provided to enable this

​Thanks to the team in Hi Vis (AGL staff) who volunteered to work on the trails recently – helping get the new ‘Hydroflow’ track into shape.

Pic – Courtesy TMB.

long-held dream to come to life and love the fact that there is a crew of mountain bikers on staff that are willing to put in a hard day's work to help the kids track become a reality. Greatest work gang! •

Fully licensed restaurant

INTIMATE DINING EXPERIENCE Our intimate personal dinners for small group are proving to be a favourite with regulars and visitors.

Please feel free to contact us and discuss your requirements and timing.

Regards, Roi and Sue. Take-Away Pasta Dishes Saturday & Sunday Evenings!

Check our socials for dates!

All your favourites - Call ahead to order!

Phone: 03 5754 4495 177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga

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Open Seven Days a Week 8am - 2pm Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Drinks Slalom Plaza ​​| Ph: 03 5732 8000 17 Bogong High Plains Road FALL CREEK https://stfallsresort.com.au

FALLS FREEDOM

Call in and take advantage of our great range of THIRSTY CAMEL Specials to save bucks!

Join the Thirsty Camel Hump Club for even better deals!

PH: 03 5754 4888

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AGL TO SUBLEASE BOGONG VILLAGE A Positive Move

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n Wednesday 1st November AGL announced that it will sublease Bogong Village to Worker HQ (a Grollo Group entity). For the un-initiated, Bogong Village is a mountain village located approximately halfway between Mount Beauty and Falls Creek in Northeast Victoria.

Under the sublease agreement, the Grollo Group will take over the ownership and operation of Bogong Village and redevelop it over the next three years. This will include investing in renovating village facilities including the 27 buildings and tavern, with a view to providing key worker accommodation for Falls Creek. Grollo aims to deliver 200 beds for Falls Creek workers starting in winter 2024.

AGL Head of Hydro, Simon Kelley, said the sublease to the Grollo Group is a great outcome for the region.

“We are thrilled that the Grollo Group will take over the operation of Bogong Village.

Our core business is providing reliable renewable hydroelectricity to the Victorian grid and providing critical flexibility support for the electricity system during peak demand periods,” he said.

“This is a fantastic outcome for the local community and tourism in the region with plans to redevelop the village, provide key worker accommodation for Falls Creek, and open the tavern once more for visitors to the area.”

​The beauty of Bogong Village in autumn can never be doubted – and the rest of the year is equally as attractive.

Pic – Courtesy AGL Media

Alpine Resorts Victoria CEO, Amber Gardner, said “There is a significant need for appropriate key worker accommodation across the alpine region, particularly as the resorts continue to grow and greater numbers of staff are required to deliver a high-quality visitor experience,” she said.

recreation facilities, a tavern, and the Outdoor School, Bogong. The outdoor school is owned and operated by the Victorian Department of Education and will continue to provide outdoor learning programs for Years P-12 from government schools across Victoria.

“This new acquisition by Grollo represents an exciting step forward in resolving the accommodation challenges at Falls Creek, so we’re looking forward to working with them to realise this important activation.”

AGL acquired the village as part of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme when it was purchased in 2005.

Bogong Village was built in the 1940s for workers on the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. The village is approximately 9 hectares in size, and comprises 27 houses,

In 2009 AGL opened the Bogong Power Station next to Bogong Village – adding to the other power stations in the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme – Mackay Creek, Clover, and West Kiewa Power Stations.

AGL will continue to own and operate the Bogong Power Station as part of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. •

AGL Hydro 03 5754 3222

ABN 41 606 810 078

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PREPARING FOR SUMMER Obtain Advice

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s spring temperatures heat up and we watch fires breaking out in NSW and Queensland, it’s time for Upper Kiewa Valley residents to start preparing for our local bushfire season.

It’s easy to believe that after two years of La Nina and our valley looking so green, that we can put our preparations on the back burner for a while. Unfortunately, this is not true.

People attending the Community Bushfire Resilience Picnic this Saturday, November 4, will be reminded that preparing early helps not only you, but all the emergency services that turn out when a fire starts.

The picnic will feature first-hand information on how to prepare for the first 72 hours during any emergency provided by Alpine Shire, home fire safety demonstrations by the CFA, an Ambulance Victoria “Push, Shock Demonstration”, and the DEECA always popular fire table. The picnic is, as usual, being organised by the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood House Keep Calm Committee (KCC).

It’s important to remember that the CFA’s first Fire Danger Period (FDP) that was announced for Monday, 9 October for the Wellington and East Gippsland Shire Councils was one of the earliest FDPs the CFA has ever announced. When the FDP was announced CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan reminded Victoria that while crews are ready to respond and support communities this bushfire season, fire safety is a shared responsibility and he asked Victorians to prepare early and know their local risks.

Important information will also be provided by the Alpine Shire emergency recovery

PREPARE FOR SUMMER Pool Chemicals & we can test your pool water!

Garden watering gear – drip systems, hoses, sprinklers!

Seedling, plants for the garden & vege patch!

Gear to clean up – Mowers, pressure washers, hedge trimmers, whipper snippers!

Fire Prevention equipment – extinguishers, smoke alarms, fire blankets!

SupaGas Agent – Swap & go Gas bottles Re-Glazing Service – for all doors & windows Repair & Replace Fly Screens

team members talking about the First 72 Hours Plan which provides easy and quick guidelines on how to manage and reduce stress when confronted by any emergency including fires and floods.

Local Ambulance Victoria members will give a Call, Push, Shock demonstration which tells us how to best assist family or friends suffering from a heart attack. According to Ambulance Victoria, on average, only 10 per cent of people with an ‘out of hospital’ cardiac arrest will survive. However, when bystanders intervene by calling 000, beginning CPR by using the Call, Push Shock strategy, or using a defibrillator (AED), the chance of survival is increased by 72 per cent.

Older community members who worry about possible heatwaves will also get information about the Heatwave Relief project being organised by three community organisations - the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre, Mount Beauty Men’s Shed and Alpine U3A – to provide cool spaces, entertainment and light refreshments to our senior citizens who struggle to get through hot days.

The Resilience Picnic features the Alpine Shire Council; Ambulance Victoria; Australian Red Cross; the CFA; the State Government Energy, Environment & Climate Action Group; The First 72 Hours;

PASTA MAKING with ROI Tuesday 14th November 10am – 3pm $75 per person BYO Lunch

Book online, go to: www.mountbeauty.org.au/book-online

Improvement Company Pty Ltd TRADING HOURS Monday to Friday: 7am ​​ - 5pm Saturday & Sunday: 9am - 1pm Closed Melbourne Cup Day

43 Bogong High Plains Rd, Mount Beauty Ph: 03 5754 4384 | Fx: 03 5754 4803 Em: nehicomp@westnet.com.au

Hume Riverina Community Legal Service; Michael O’Connor & Son Chimney Sweeps; North East Water; the SES; Kiewa Catchment Landcare Group; TREK Toward Renewable Energy Kiewa. Alpine Radio will be on deck, with the Men’s Shed cooking the BBQ and the food provided by Mount Beauty Food Works and Cavanaghs Butchery – with the whole event auspiced by the team at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre.

The Community Resilience Picnic will be held Saturday November 4th, next to the Mount Beauty CFA station from 10:30am.

Be there!! •

We're changing recycling for the better!

Falls Creek Alpine Resort is committed to the sustainable management of rubbish and recycling. We now have the resort-wide implementation of a 4-stream system: rubbish, organics, glass and mixed recycling.

For more information and to access your free resources please visit our website or contact FCAR directly.

1 Tennis Court Ave, Mount Beauty Ph: 03 5754 1166

BAR & BISTRO Wed to Fri: 3pm to Late Meals from 5:30pm to 8pm Sat & Sun: 12noon to Late Meals from 12noon to 2pm & 5:30pm to 8pm

North Eastern Home

​​Understanding how forest fires work is a healthy lesson for the whole community – here presented by Kevin Cosgriff from Parks Vic (FFM). Pic – Ken Bell

LOCALLY BREWED BEERS ON TAP: Mountain Monk Pale Ale; Hazy Pale Mid strength; Pilsner; Indian Pale Ale; Mountain Monk Sour.

COMMUNITY RAFFLES Giving Back to our wonderful community!

Fri 3rd: UKV Community Assoc.

Fri 10th: Mt Beauty RSL LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Saturday Arvo in the Beer Garden Sat 4th: Gordon Dickson Sat 11th: Chloe Jade

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VICTORIAN CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME Available in Tawonga South

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esidents of the Upper Kiewa Valley are now able (from Wednesday 1st November) to ‘cash in’ their eligible drink containers with our team at Settlers Tavern announced as a Container Deposit Scheme (CDS)Victoria refund point.

“We are excited to be a part of Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme and help make recycling more convenient and accessible for our community,” said Ange Bell, proprietor of Settlers Tavern. “We believe this is a great way to increase recycling and reward the local community.”

The over-the-counter operator will be located in the Thirsty Camel Bottleshop.

The community can bring their eligible drink containers to the drive-in bottleshop

and receive a refund of 10 cents per container. The refund can be redeemed in cash, via an electronic transfer or as a donation to a charity.

“By working with businesses like Settlers, we’ll be able to reward the Upper Kiewa Valley community for every eligible drink can, carton and bottle they return,” said Tim O’Donnell, Visy General Manager of the Victorian Container Deposit Scheme.

Time to get plan work around the home.

It is establishing a network of depots, over-the-counter refund points and reverse vending machines for Victorians to return

...and we're proud of it!

Hardware, Homewares, Workwear, Clothing, Boots, Garden gear, Gifts & Outdoor supplies!

Gift vouchers and free gift wrapping available.

ARIEL'S LAUNDRETTE

Mon – Fri: 9am –5:30pm Saturday: 9am –4pm Sun & Public Hols: 9am –2pm

OPEN: 8am - 8pm weekdays 9am - 7pm weekends & Public Holidays

Mount Beauty Hardware & Drapery Store

12 – 14 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty

The secrets to this recycling operation at Settlers are: Recycling is only available between 12noon and 4pm from Saturdays to Thursdays. (No receipt of recycling on Fridays).

Visy is the Zone Operator for CDS Victoria North Zone. It is running the collection and refund points across the Loddon, Mallee, and Hume regions, as well as the inner north and eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

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their eligible drink containers. As well as Settlers, there are two other collection points – one at Crispy’s Hardware, 22 Wills Street, Bright and another at Myrtleford Cycle Centre, 59A Clyde Street.

All items for recycling should be sorted, separated and counted. Eligible cans should not be crushed.

All items for recycling should be marked with the ‘10c Refund at Collection Point’ This system is not a rubbish disposal service – and garbage bags full of crap will definitely not be accepted. Refer to the attached image for what is eligible and what cannot go through this system. Other recyclable items that don’t fit this system can still go into your normal recycling bin.

41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty · Ph: 0400 350 488

Ph: 03 5754 1999

got a load for the tip? call

EMERGENCY EMERGENCY Ambulance EMERGENCY BROADCASTER Alpine Radio (Fires & Floods) ELECTRICITY Faults & Emergencies FIRE Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/ Tawonga HOSPITAL Mount Beauty MEDICAL CENTRES Falls Creek (closed in summer) Mount Beauty

000 000 96.5 FM 13 17 99 000 5754 3500 5758 3238 5754 3400

POLICE (non-emergency) Falls Creek Mount Beauty Wangaratta REGIONAL ROADS VICTORIA Falls Creek RACV Falls Creek/Mount Beauty BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS CFA STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Falls Creek WILDLIFE RESCUE

131 444 5758 3424 5754 4244 5723 0600 133 778 5758 3287 5750 1230 1800 668 511 13 25 00 0421 553 527

2023-2024 PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Ed 3 * 17.12.23 * Alpine Challenge. Superflow MTB Lead in, Christmas Shopping Specials.

Ed 4 * 08.12.23 * Superflow MTB Competition, Christmas Shopping Specials.

Ed 5 * 21.12.23 * Christmas Wishes, Christmas Activities, New Year fun and games.

Ed 6 * 09.01.24 * MTB XCO Championships. Mile High Dragon Boats. Vic Enduro.

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.

ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au

ADVERTISING RATES:

• 1 column (6cm wide) = $16.00 per cm. 4cp = $21.00 per cm.

• 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $26.00 per cm. 4cp = $37.00 per cm.

• 3 column (19cm wide) = $36.00 per cm. 4cp = $49.00 per cm.

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

BUSINESS DIR.: • $6.50 per line per Edition.

DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date CONTRACT: • A Green Season Contract is available for advertising in all 14 editions of the Green Season offering a 15% Discount – invoiced four editions in advance. Invoice Dates are: 20.10.23; 21.12.23; 16.02.24 & 12.04.24.

DISPLAY:

ENQUIRIES For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact: Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488 Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

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For Payment, Placement of Adverts or Subscriptions, please forward to: Ph/Fax: 03 5754 1346 Office Address: Suite 2, 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty Postal Address: P.O. Box 325, Mount Beauty 3699. ABN: 22 171 749 807

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VICTORIAN CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME The team at Settlers are trying to do the right thing by the community and the environment. Your support for this program would be greatly appreciated.

For further information on Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme visit https:// cdsvic.org.au. •

GOT A PROBLEM WITH PESTS?

We can help with:

• Pre-purchase home inspections • Spiders • Sniffer Dog tracking of termites • Rodents

VICTORIA’S CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME

WHAT CAN YOU RETURN? Eligible

Check for the 10c mark

Ineligible

Andrew Poulton | Mobile: 0427 914 909 409 Buffalo River Rd, BUFFALO RIVER VIC 3737 Email: admin@northeastpestsolutions.com.au

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Aluminium cans

Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy 5A Hollands Street, Mount Beauty

Phone: 5754 1270

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE ROLA Roof Racks to suit Commodore VB, VC, VH, VK & VL. Were anodized black but faded, so I had them powder coated. $350 ono. Ph: 0400 350 488.

Brand new ASICS Tennis shoes, size 46 Euro (11.5 US). Worn once. Too narrow for my feet. Retail $159.

Will sell for $120. Ph: 0400 350 488.

VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. Bring a drink bottle and towel. $10 per session. Classes by Narelle Jones. Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com) ROOMS FOR RENT Two rooms at 26 Wermatong Ave, five minutes walk to skatepark, BBQ & Lake playground. Ten minutes walk to shops. Features personal fridge; bathroom with bath, shower & personal basin; washing machine & dryer; unlimited internet & all utilities included; kitchen supplies, oven microwave & stove; loungeroom with TV; two rooms furnished with beds, linen, closets and bedside tables; stunning views of Mt Bogong. Ph: Ken Halse 0400 730 107.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY If ignorance is bliss, there should be many more happy people in the world!

MISSING BOOK A hard-bound copy of Dr Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis titled ‘The Interaction between Land Use, the Environment and the Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985’ was given to this community in the care of the late Bill Sutton. It has been loaned out – and not returned. This is a vital piece of the history of this area and it would be fabulous to have it returned.

If you are going through your old bookshelves, keep an eye out for it. Fortunately your Editor has obtained a Digital Copy form the Melbourne University for reference. Any news, please call 0400 350 488.

Plastic bottles

Wine and spirit bottles

Glass bottles

Milk containers

Paperboard cartons (under 1L)

Paperboard cartons (over 1L)

Steel bottles/cans

Cordial bottles

Most beverage containers (between 150mL and 3L) made from aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard are eligible.

Don’t throw these out! Ineligible containers may still be accepted in your kerbside recycling bin.

Still unsure? Ask us or use our website container eligibility scanner.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY visit cdsvic.org.au

ARBORISTS A fully insured, GST Registered, ethically minded local business. Alpine Valley Arborists. Call Kane 0428 287 814 or Hayley 0427 272 777 – for all things trees!

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 Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: hello@studioecakes.com.au CAR DETAILING Give Steve a call in Tawonga South. Ph: 0423 499 086.

CARPET CLEANING Call Nathan of NatWest Home Maintenance, your local Carpet Cleaning Service. 0410 480 697.

CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES Oztek Constructions Pty Ltd. We do local building work, renovations, extensions and maintenance. Email Dave at: oztekconstructions@gmail.com. Or Ph: 0466 990 862 CIVIL CELEBRANT – HEATHER MULL Quality Ceremonies – All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au COLLECTABLES & HOMEWARES I Dream Of Snow - Vintage snow collectables & brand new homewares. Open on-line all year round. www. idreamofsnow.com ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Altitude Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Electrik Charge – Cade Piera – Licensed Local Electrician.

Mb: 0400 827 060.

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FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Tues 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.

LANDSCAPING Design and landscaping - quality work. Contact Hamish at External Solutions: Em: admin@externalsolutions.com.au.

Mb: 0400 160 532.

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 St, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available.

HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

PILATES Reformer, Group or Individual for a better quality of life.

Wildflower Pilates Ph: 0433 017 660.

PROPERTY INSURANCE With over 15 years experience as Alpine Industry Insurance Brokers. Call Tim on 0429 852 452, or Em: tclarke@ northeastib.com.au SPORTS MASSAGE Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au STORAGE Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units.

Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com

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WHAT'S ON IN 2023/2024

PROPERTY THIS WEEK

COVID-19 Restriction changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.

Sales Sizzle in Tawonga Sth

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n the picturesque town of Tawonga South, real estate is thriving and recent sales have showcased the area's allure for potential buyers. Gemma Lutz, a prominent real estate agent at Mountain Creek Property, has achieved remarkable success with two recent property sales, 283 Simmonds Creek Rd and 8 Allamar Court.

What makes these sales truly exceptional is that both properties were not only sold within a week of hitting the market but also fetched prices well above their initial asking price, highlighting the robustness of the local real estate market.

Tawonga South has emerged as a popular destination for property purchasers, and these recent sales reflect the area's desirability. Gemma Lutz expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "These two property sales provide compelling evidence that the property market in Tawonga South remains resilient. With effective presentation and a skilled agent, we consistently attract substantial interest from buyers. Achieving such favourable results for all parties involved is truly gratifying."

SOLD - 283 Simmonds Creek Road

For those considering selling their properties, the success of these recent sales serves as a compelling motivation. The expertise and dedication of the agents at Mountain Creek Property can make a significant difference in achieving the best possible outcomes for sellers. If you have questions about your property or seek insights into the property market, don't hesitate to reach out to Mountain Creek Property. The team is here to provide expert guidance and unparalleled service, ensuring your real estate goals are met with success. Don't miss out on the opportunity to capitalise on the current market momentum in Tawonga South - the perfect time to sell is now! • Gemma Lutz www.mountaincreekproperty.com.au

As we transition into the warmer parts of the year, now is a great time to put your property on the market. Despite rising interest rates, Tawonga South continues to buck the trend, with properties having the potential to sell above their initial asking price. This trend is a testament to the town's unique charm and the increasing demand from buyers looking to invest in this scenic locale.

Sassy Road CUP WEEKEND HOURS SATURDAY, SUNDAY & MONDAY: 10AM – 3PM NORMAL HOURS: WEEKDAYS: 10AM – 4:30PM SATURDAYS: 10AM – 3PM NEW WELL-STOCKED SHOP IN A NEW LOCATION

MEDICAL SERVICES - Upper Kiewa Valley ------------------------------- MOUNT BEAUTY MEDICAL CENTRE ------------------------------Fully accredited General Practice with 42 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!

If you need to see a doctor please contact Mount Beauty Medical Centre on 03 5754 3400. You may 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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NOV 4

Mount Beauty Community Market 9am – 1pm. Hydro Park, Lakeside Ave. Ph: 03 5754 1118.

NOV 4

Community Resilience Picnic Morning – from 10:30am on the Training Track next to the Mount Beauty CFA Fir Station. An opportunity to prepare for our summer.

Enquiries: Ph 03 5754 1166.

NOV 7

Melbourne Cup Day Celebrations.

NOV 11

Remembrance Day Celebrations 10:45am at the Cenotaph.

NOV 11 ​​75th Anniversary of the Mount Beauty CFA. This is an Invitation Only event.

Further details from: Paul Macklan, Mb: 0419 015 850. Em: pmacklan@bigpond. com.

NOV 12 ​75th Anniversary of the Mount Beauty CFA Public Open Day 9am – 12noon.

All welcome to call in and view the memorabilia, displays and some of the fantastic equipment.

NOV 12

Cherry Fest – a Music Festival returning to Mount Beauty and based at the Skate Park.

NOV 17-19​ Ignition Mountain Bike Festival – The start of the mountain bike season at Falls Creek. https://bluedirt.com.au/ignitionmtb-season-opener/ NOV 25-26​ Alpine Challenge – Running the High Plains with distances from 30km to 160km. https://www.runningwild.net.au/ alpine-runs/alpine-challenge.html

AND FOR SUMMER...

DEC 2

Mount Beauty Community Market 9am – 1pm. Hydro Park, Lakeside Ave. Ph: 03 5754 1118.

DEC 9-10

Fox Superflow MTB Competition @ Falls Creek.

JAN 26-27 Mile High Dragon Boar Regatta – Rocky Valley Lake – Falls Creek.

215 KIEWA VALLEY HIGHWAY, TAWONGA SOUTH • PHONE: 03 5754 1318

WHAT

Park Run. 8am at Bicentennial Park, beside the library in Lakeside Avenue.

All Welcome. Enquiries to 03 5754 1118.

JAN 13-14 Victorian Cross Country Mountain Bike Championships Series Cross Country Olympic Format. https://www.fallscreek. com.au/listing/falls-creek-xco-victorianstate-championship-series-falls-creek/ Ph: 03 5758 1200.

WONDER SUMMER STOCK NOW ARRIVING!

WHERE 2D Tawonga Crescent.

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

HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments WHO Doctors: Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Damian Heman, Daniel Florisson & Andrew Mason.

NOV 4, 11 18 & 25

JAN 27-28 ​Victorian Enduro Tour – Falls Creek Round. Em: victorian.enduro.tour@ gmail.com. Ph: 0468 362 823.

FEB 10-11 Fly Fishing Australia present the Victorian State Championships. Rocky Valley, Pretty Valley & surrounding streams.

FEB 16-18 Feastival Falls Creek – A celebration of all things good in the high country.

Further details: Ph: 03 5758 1200.

FEB 24

Australian Grand Traverse – Falls Creek (Slalom Plaza 7am) to Hotham (The General). Further details: https://www. peakadventure.com.au/agt.

FEB 24

Bendigo Community Bank Mount Beauty & District Dederang Picnic Races https:// country.racing.com/dederang or Ph: 0418 114 751.

For further details on coming events, got to: https://www.fallscreek.com.au/whats-on/events/

Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Summer 2024 Edition TWO