This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 19 May 2023

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OUR RUNNING FESTIVAL

Continues to Grow

Sponsored by the Mount Beauty and District Community Bank, the Mount Beauty Marathon has grown and evolved over the last 40 or so years to the point where it is now known as the Mount Beauty Community Bank Running Festival.

This, the 42nd staging of the Running Festival will be based at the Les Peart Oval, next to the swimming pool, this Saturday 20th May. The Running Festival, originally called the Marathon then Half Marathon, was first run by a group of committed local runners in 1980.

The event is now run by the Kangaroo Hoppet (with the help of many locals and community groups) and will be the only running event held in the local area this year. The event will include the normal 3km, 10km and a longer Trail Running aspect. Entrants in the 3km do a lap of the pondage with participants divided between competitive running and pleasant walking at a more social pace. The 10km course goes out to Damms Road and enjoys some gently undulating terrain. The 21km event up Mountain Creek Road has been discontinued – denying runners the beautiful views over the Kiewa Valley.

For the second time this year’s event includes a new trail run that has been designed by long-time local runner Bob Flower. Incorporating the iconic Survey Track, the new 14km course has two river

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crossings (only shallow water!) and some great hilly terrain for the adventure minded. Trail running is a great way to stay active and be engaged with the great environment that surrounds us in the Kiewa Valley.

The event is generously supported by the Mt Beauty and District Community Bank and without their support the event would struggle to survive. The organising committee has noted that organising

events is becoming increasingly expensive and administratively burdensome and the support from local community organisations is critical to the long-term success of the event.

As with previous events there will be a lot of support from the Rotary Club of Mount Beauty, the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed, St Johns Ambulance, our local FoodWorks and the Mount Beauty Play Group.

A special thanks to Major Road Projects Victoria who are currently delivering the Bogong High Plains Road Landslip rectification works, their delivery partner Whelans Group Investments and Alpine Shire Council for helping to secure traffic personnel for the event!

Entries are cheap and online at www. alpinetiming.com.au or further information can be found at www.hoppet.com.au. Late entries will be accepted on the day in the Mount Beauty Swimming Pool foyer.

All ages and fitness levels are welcomed so please come and enjoy the running with us on Saturday 20th

And if you have a family member in the event, but are not running yourself, there is a lot to do and enjoy on the Les Peart Oval including the coffee cart and home-made goodies stall. •

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 Extended Hours starting Monday 29th Mt Beauty FoodWorks 4-16 Kiewa Crescent, Mt Beauty P: 03 5754 1400 F: 03 5754 4829 E: mtbeauty@stores foodworks com.au OUR SE R VIC ES INC L UD E · Grocer y · Liquor · Produce · Meat · Hot Food · ATM · Phone recharge MT BEAUTY OPEN 7 DAYS 8am - 7pm FALLS CREEK HOURS THIS WEEK See below!
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Some people do it tough – others just love being out there – with Millie Radeski (lft) and Jo Wyatt enjoying the day. Pic – Ken Bell

ALPINE CHALLENGE 2022-23

Locals Do Well

Aclear and starry night allowed for a fresh 4am start on Saturday the 22nd of April for Australia’s toughest ultra-marathon – The Alpine Challenge.

A wet summer meant for wet feet and the five river crossings varied from shin deep to above the waist! The course was changed this year due to the BHP road closure and interference of normal logistic support. For the 160km course athletes this meant completing running from Falls Creek to Warby Corner via Spion Kopje and then completing the loop to Roper Hut, Cleve Cole Hut to Mt Bogong Summit, down Quartz Ridge and back up Timms Spur to Warby Corner – TWICE. And that’s only half way.

For the many who take two days to complete the course the weather was stunning with mild running conditions of 15 degrees during the day through to a tolerable 3 degrees through the night.

Ex- local and long time XC national ski member Nick Montgomery took out line honours in the 160km in an impressive time of 22hrs 19mins 16secs.

In the 100km event – NSW teenager Bridie Temple showed the field how to really run –literally running the full 100kms including the steep ascent of Mount McKay at the 95km mark to win overall in a time of 13hrs 9mins 30secs.

Five shorter distance courses were also well represented with a handful of locals from Falls Creek and Mount Beauty completing the 60km course. Showing that having the Alpine National Park and surrounding hills in your backyard as a training ground is just about perfect.

Congratulations to locals: Liz Ingram – 1st Female, Nichole Mckilliam – 2nd Female,

A huge thankyou to Running Wild who, through thick and thin, always put on an amazing event. Supported by Alpine Search and Rescue, thank-you to the volunteers, who for thereabouts 48hrs coordinate the aid stations, communications and evacuations of DNF’s.

The next Alpine Challenge reverts back to the 25th of November.

Until then remember: You don’t stop running because you get old, you get old because you stop running. Thanks to Sheepy for this wrap of the event and for

his dedication to local activities. Thanks also to Paul Ashton for continuing to stage the event through several years of ‘Trials and Tribulations’ causing changes of date –and all of the drama this creates.

All being well, the next event, the 2023 event, will be held over the weekend of Saturday 25th November to Monday 27th November 2023. Ed •

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ROTARY EXCHANGE

Harri finds Italy…

When Harri Silvester found out that his exchange location would be in the mountains in the north of Italy he naturally hoped that he would have the opportunity to ski there. He already knew that he would be sharing daily life with his host family(s) and improving on his basic Italian language skills, but it turns out that there was much more in store for him. This is Harri’s report at the end of the first quarter of his Rotary Youth Exchange year.

The first three months of my exchange have flown by. I am living in Mantova in the north of Italy. My host family live about 10 minutes out of the city in a suburb called Porto Mantovano. I live with my host parents and host sister, who is the same age as me. My host family’s grandparents live on the same property but in a different house and often cook for us. I also have a host brother who returns occasionally from university.

I have learnt a lot of Italian in my three months but still have a lot to learn. I started taking Italian lessons at school, but I have found I learn the most by speaking with others. I am attending a Liceo Scientifico school, which is a science and math focused school. I have found school a bit difficult, but my classmates are all really nice and helpful.

During my Exchange I have gone to Roma with my host family, gone skiing in the Dolomites a few times, gone to Venice for

MOTORING TIPS Preparing For Winter

• Check your battery. Cold weather is hard on all batteries. Make sure yours is in good nick.

• Replace your wiper blades and keep your washer bottle full. Trying to rid your windscreen of ice with your wipers will only damage the blades.

• Check the condition of your tyres – or even consider getting winter tyres- more grip in slippery conditions.

• Make sure your tire pressure is exactly what it should be.

• Check your wheel chains and ensure that you know how to fit them correctly. Too many problems are caused by people not knowing how to fit chains correctly!

• Check the amount of coolant/anti-freeze in your radiator. Our Service Centres have a Glycometer which will measure how cold your radiator fluid can get before freezing.

• Carry a few emergency supplies, like a blanket, warm gloves, ice scraper, shovel – in case you get stuck out on the road.

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a day, visited Padova with my class, and gone on a scout’s trip to the Dolomites. I have also travelled with Rotary: I spent a day at Lake Garda with the other exchange students in this district and went to Sicily for four days. While in Sicily we stayed at a nice hotel on the ocean and went to places like Noto, Ragusa, Siracusa, Modica and Taormina.

This coming weekend I am going to my host family’s apartment in the mountains and the following weekend I have a Scouts weekend somewhere in Italy (we find out on the day). Next month I am going to Brescia for a Rotary Inbound/Outbound orientation weekend and in the summer holidays I am going hiking in Spain and spending a few days on the beach in Portugal. I am also going on a six-day hike with the scouts. Then in August I am going back to Sicily with both of my host families.

I could not be more grateful to everyone that has made this exchange possible for me, I have learnt so many new things, been to so many new places and learnt so much about the Italian culture, language and their food. I would like to thank the Rotary Club of Mount Beauty, Rotary E-Club Victorinus Feltrensis, Kellie, Kristy, Meredith and my host family for making this exchange possible it truly is a lifetime in a year. • Harri

Your opportunity to bring international experience to your family.

The Rotary Club is now inviting applications from families that would like to host an international student. Here is a chance for your family to take part in this enriching and educational program without even applying for a passport. At this stage we cannot be certain about the details of the student coming to Mt Beauty in July this year (age, gender, nationality), but we have decided to put the word out early to give families a little time to consider this great opportunity. Hosting may be for various periods of time, but around 3 months is preferred. During this time the visiting student takes part in family life and attends Mount Beauty Secondary School. All expenses are covered by the Rotary Club of Mount Beauty, and these include school uniforms, excursions and fees as well as monthly pocket money for the student. An allowance for food is also available on request.

If you would like to know more please ring Bob Flower on 0417 246 303 or Ewen Silvester on 0403 396 036. •

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The (in)Famous Ice Plunge Returns!

You may call it “stating the bleedin’ obvious” that there are reasons we haven’t been able to stage the traditional Falls Creek Ice Plunge over the last couple of years. Can anyone tell us what the reason might have been? OK, well the good news is that there will definitely be an Ice Plunge this year.

Are you brave enough to face the chilly challenge of the Falls Creek Ice Plunge?

This annual ritual sees fancy-dressed clad locals and visitors take a dip into the frigid waters of the Rocky Valley Lake. This traditional custom is always performed on the first day of winter as an offering to snow gods to secure a bountiful winter season. Not only that, but all donations received go to support the incredible work of Fight MND in battling Motor Neuron Disease and searching for a cure. There are also over $2,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, donated by our amazing local stakeholders, hot drinks, a barbecue breakfast and warming fire pits available following the swim. A little tip – it’s usually warmer in the water than out of it! At 1600m above sea level, Rocky Valley Lake is Australia’s highest significant body of water. Air temperatures are commonly around 0°C at this altitude and water temperatures are expected to be around 3°C to 4°C.

To encourage participation, plungers will be enticed into the water chasing over 30 rubber ducks. With a heap of incredible prizes up for grabs all kindly donated by on-mountain and Mount Beauty

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businesses, plungers can get hold of meal vouchers, cash vouchers and even an entire season resort entry permit. Not only that but all proceeds from the $10 entry fee will go to support the incredible work of Fight MND in battling Motor Neuron Disease. Fight MND Co-founder and Patron Neale Daniher and the wider Daniher clan will launch the eighth version of the famous blue beanie at the Big Freeze 8 at the MCG on Monday 13th June (the Monday of the Queen’s Birthday weekend).

So why not come along to the Rocky Valley Foreshore and participate. Or if threedegree water and tiny swimming trunks

isn't your thing, you can just donate and enjoy a breakfast roll cooked by the SES barbecue crew. (But you can’t work at Falls Creek if you haven’t done the plunge!)

What: Falls Creek Ice Plunge.

When: 10am - 12:30pm, Thurs 1st June

Where: Rocky Valley Foreshore, Falls Creek. Why: A FightMND fundraiser, and an annual offering to the Snowgods. How: Register at events.humanitix.com/ ice-plunge-falls-creek-x-fight-mnd. Donate at hub.fightmnd.org.au/diy-big-freeze-9/ falls-creek-big-freeze-plunge

It should also be mentioned here that four time Olympian and local girl Britt Cox will be coming along for the Plunge! •

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One in – all in at our infamous Ice Plunge to welcome winter and support Fight MND. Pic - Erin Davis-Hartwig

FALL LINES

Mentors Needed

For the TAC L2P Program? L2P matches learner drivers and volunteer mentors together so learners who are struggling to get their supervised hours, can be supported to successfully pass their driving test and gain their P plates.

In the past 12 years, the program has supported 130+ Alpine Shire youth to get their licence by providing lessons and driving practice in a community sponsored vehicle.

Mount Beauty and surrounds is in desperate need of mentors. So, if you would like to assist someone to get their licence, have some time to spare and enjoy giving to your community, contact us for more information.

Volunteer mentors receive training and have access to a dedicated vehicle, so to find out more speak to the L2P Coordinator on 03 5755 0555 or email info@alpineshire.vic. gov.au. •

Event Funding Program

Applications are now open for our annual Alpine Shire Events Funding Program. Event organisers are invited to apply for support for events to be held across the Alpine Shire between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024.

The annual Events Funding Program provides sponsorship support to a diverse range of local events which contribute to the adventure, culture, and economy of the region.

Mayor John Forsyth said Council is always looking at how we allocate Council resources and events funding is no different.

"In 2023/2024 funding will not include the cost of waste management and public amenity costs which will be passed on to event organisers," he said.

"This shift will encourage event organisers to take charge of their waste and work

organisers to help them ease into the waste management and public amenity changes."

Cr Forsyth said Council is working toward reducing waste and boosting environmental awareness across local events, with sustainability and waste management among the funding criteria.

"Applications will be assessed on the event’s social, environmental, and economic impact, in line with the Alpine Events Strategy," he said. “We strongly encourage event organisers to read the Strategy and familiarise themselves with the criteria and conditions."

"Our event organisers are often dedicated and passionate volunteers, who create opportunities for locals and visitors alike to experience something new, connect with their community and enjoy themselves. We are fortunate to have a diverse calendar of events that celebrate our environment, culture and history, feature our magnificent food and produce, promote health and wellbeing and attract visitors.

The Events Funding application process will be hosted by the SmartyGrants online grant management system. The SmartyGrants system is user-friendly for applicants and allows efficient management of the grants process for Council. Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday, 25 June 2023.

To learn more and apply, visit https://www. alpineshire.vic.gov.au/business/events/ funding-and-support-programs. •

2022-23 SUMMER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Ed 12 * 19.05.23 * Running Festival Wrap. Ice Plunge at Falls Creek. Winter businesses. (C)

Ed 01 * 09.06.23 * King’s Birthday Weekend - Welcome to Winter Fireworks. Ice Plunge Wrap (C)

Ed 02 * 16.06.23 * Let’s Go Skiing. Cross Country Calendar and Events Calendar. New Businesses. (C)

Ed 03 * 23.06.23 * Come & Try XC Skiing. Rossignol Cup, Full Events Calendar. (C)

ADVERTISING RATES:

DISPLAY: 1 column (6cm wide) = $16.00 per cm. 4cp = $20.00 per cm.

• 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $26.00 per cm. 4cp = $35.00 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.

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:

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ENQUIRIES

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 EMERGENCY EMERGENCY 000 Ambulance 000 EMERGENCY BROADCASTER Alpine Radio (Fires & Floods) 96.5 FM ELECTRICITY Faults & Emergencies 13 17 99 FIRE Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/ Tawonga 000 HOSPITAL Mount Beauty 5754 3500 MEDICAL CENTRES Falls Creek 5758 3238 Mount Beauty 5754 3400 POLICE (non-emergency) 131 444 Falls Creek 5758 3424 Mount Beauty 5754 4244 Wangaratta 5723 0600 REGIONAL ROADS VICTORIA 133 778 Falls Creek 5758 3287 RACV Falls Creek/Mount Beauty 5750 1230 BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS CFA 1800 668 511 STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Falls Creek 13 25 00 WILDLIFE RESCUE 0421 553 527 5A Hollands Street, Mount Beauty Phone: 5754 1270 PHYSIOTHERAPY Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy
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Local volunteer trainer/driver Noel McDougal with Phoebe – another successful candidate from the L2P program. Pic – Courtesy the L2P Program in the Alpine Shire.

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Community Grants Program

Applications for our annual Alpine Shire Community Grants Program are now open!

Community groups, clubs, Traditional Owners and young people are encouraged to apply for funding to support their next project.

This year’s community grants programs will see an injection of funds from Commonwealth and State governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements in response to the Black Summer Bushfires for revitalising our environments.

The objectives of this additional funding stream are to:

• Enhance the natural environment by removing invasive species, such as weeds and willows;

• Replant flora species native to the Alpine region;

• Educate and inform people through environmental signage relevant to flora and fauna species native to the Alpine region; and,

• Create or enhance community garden spaces to educate and inform people about fire-resilient native flora.

Mayor John Forsyth said in 2022/2023 Council awarded over $71,000 to community groups and clubs to support 21 important projects, with a total value of $220,000.

FOR SALE

One brand new pair of ASICS Tennis shoes, size 46 Euro (11.5 US). Worn once. Too tight for me. Retail Price: $159.95. Will sell for $120. Ph: 0400 350 488.

Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.

Cane Armchair and footstool. $30. Six metal framed dining chairs upholstered in burgundy vinyl $30. Ph: 0477 443 964.

Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. Ph: 0408 466 790.

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 – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: hello@studioecakes.com.au

CAR DETAILING

Give Steve a call in Tawonga South. Ph: 0423 499 086.

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.

CARPET CLEANING

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

“We strongly urge our local groups and young people to share their ideas and apply," he said. “This program funds community projects that support diversity, inclusion and community participation, and contributes to the building of healthy, strong, resilient, and connected communities.”

The Community Grants Program will again be hosted by the SmartyGrants online grant management system. The SmartyGrants system is user-friendly for applicants and allows efficient management of the grants process for Council.

For information about the Community Grants program, or the eligibility of your project, contact Council on 03 5755 0555 or info@alpineshire.vic.gov.au. Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 25 June 2023. Learn more and apply here: https://www. alpineshire.vic.gov.au/community/grantsand-awards/community-grants. •

A Great Move

It may have been said that Moni moved to Tawonga South to be closer to husband Will in the Tawonga South Butchery. It could also be said that Moni wanted a different store. It would be fair to say that the move has been made and that the new store looks great – so, to keep everyone up to date the good news is that Sassy Road has now relocated to 215 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South –next door to Mountain Creek Property – and a couple of doors up from Crank Handle Brewery and that really good butcher.

TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS

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. 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.

Championship Billiard Table 12x6’ excellent condition complete with Belgian equipment, cover and light. Handcrafted by ACE Billiard Tables for Kasman Billiards. One owner. $5500 ono. Ph: 0414 318 043.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CIVIL CELEBRANT – HEATHER MULL

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

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.

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.

The new store is great, with lots of light, plenty of space and a comprehensive range of ladies wear and some ladies gift ware. Call in and say hi! Refer to the Sassy Road ad for times and detail. •

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WISE WORDS

“I am ashamed to think how easily we capitulate to badges and names, to large societies and dead institutions.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, Self-Reliance VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS

Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. All equipment provided. Bring a drink bottle and towel. $6 per session. A great way to keep fit and socialise at the same time. Classes by Narelle Jones (Personal Trainer). Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)

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.

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

CLEANEST LAUNDRY IN TOWN ...and we're proud of it! ARIEL'S LAUNDRETTE OPEN: 8am - 8pm weekdays 9am - 7pm weekends & Public Holidays 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty · Ph: 0400 350 488
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Monica Hood in the new shop in Tawonga South. Pic – Ken Bell.

ongratulations to several members of Team Mount Beauty who achieved great results at the recent Nail Can Hill round of the Victorian Gravity Enduro Series 2023 – and therefore excellent results across the series.

In the Masters Men, local legend Brad Edwards finished 8th in the series – an excellent achievement. Congrats mate. And, local restaurateur, Tim McKechnie finished 8th in his class of Veteran Men –another great effort. Well done team. •

It is a credit to Ella Gould and her dedication and work ethic that she placed second in the Nail Can round, therefore earning a fabulous first place in Expert Women’s for the series. Well done Ella.Expert - Women's 1 - Ella Gould (photo: Marie Edwards)

WHAT'S ON IN 2023

May is Red Shield Appeal Month Collectors will be out and about. Please give generously.

MAY 20 Park Run. 8am at & 27 Bicentennial Park, beside the library in Lakeside Avenue. All Welcome. Enquiries to 03 5754 1118.

MAY 20 Mount Beauty Running Festival. 10am Mount Beauty Secondary College and Les Peart Oval. This is one of Australia’s most scenic foot races with an emphasis on fun for all the family. There is no Half Marathon event, but the 10km and 3km events remain unchanged and follow the back roads below Mt. Bogong and around the flat pondage track respectively. A 14km trail run through some of the iconic bush tracks in the area has been added. Further details at: https:// hoppet.com.au/mt-beauty-run. html. To Enter, go to: https://www. alpinetiming.com.au/registrations/ rg270/

MAY 27 TDFNL Rd 7: Dederang Mount Beauty V Chiltern @ Mount Beauty

JUN 1 Falls Creek Ice Plunge to fight MND 10am. Rocky Valley Dam – to welcome the start of winter. BBQ breakfast and fire pits onsite. Enquiries: Ph 03 5758 1200

JUN 3 TDFNL Rd 8: Beechworth V Dederang Mount Beauty

JUN 10 TDFNL Rd 9: Dederang Mount Beauty V Thurgoona @ Dederang

Veterans Men 8 - Tim McKechnie (photo: Emma Edwards)

NEW LOCATION – GREAT NEW SHOP Same great range of quality ladies wear! OPEN: Mon to Thurs: 10am – 4:30pm Fri: 10am – 6:30pm | Sat & Sun:10am – 2pm SHOP 2, 215 KIEWA VALLEY HWY, TAWONGA SOUTH | P: 03 5754 1318 • M: 0416 237 434

MEDICAL SERVICES - Upper Kiewa Valley

JUN 10-12 King’s Birthday Weekend – Official Opening the 2023 Ski Season –Includes Fireworks in the Village Bowl at 6:30pm Saturday.

JUN 17 TDFNL Rd 10: Dederang Mount Beauty V Yackandandah @ Dederang

JUN 24 TDFNL Rd 11: Tallangatta V Dederang Mount Beauty

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

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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.

WHAT 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!

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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. Plants and Garden gear 12 – 14 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty Ph: 03 5754 1999
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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Autumn 2023 Edition TWELVE 8 98362 FCMBTW-Ed S23-12 Art.indd 8 17/5/23 2:45 pm Masters Men 8 - Brad Edwards (photo: Emma Edwards)

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