This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 8 December 2023

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SUMMER EDITION FOUR

FRIDAY 8TH DECEMBER 2023

Christmas Cheer Everyone!

Main:​​Our fabulous Christmas Tree – Back up again, thanks to a wonderful bunch of volunteers. Pic – Ken Bell ​​Right: And ​​ it was a dedicated group of chamber members and volunteers who put the Chrissy decorations up last week.

Special thanks to the guys from Whelans who helped. Pic – Ken Bell ​​Bottom:​Yes, our fantastic Carols by Candlelight are back on again at the Jessie Hollonds Studio next Friday 15th. Pic – Ken Bell

OUR FIRST FOX SUPERFLOW At Falls Creek

first time in a race will include their brandnew trails, which opened for this summer!

ith the Fox Superflow Gravity Enduro race, Rocky Trail Entertainment is bringing Australia’s fastest growing gravity enduro mountain bike racing formats to Falls Creek this weekend, 9th and 10th December. Over 300 competitors will compete in the two day event with six race stages showcasing the trail network at Falls Creek.

The Fox Superflow Series was established

by Rocky Trail Entertainment in 2012 and has evolved into the biggest gravity enduro series in Australia. The events this year have spanned along the East Coast with Rockhampton the northernmost hosting venue and the Gippsland and Melbourne Regions as well as the VIC Alpine High Country being the growing region in the South. Over 6,000 race starts were recorded by 4,000 individual starters. This event format provides a strong social component, with riders being able to take their time during the transition to the next downhill racing section. The event has been designed specifically to engage families, groups of friends and couples, encompassing different ages, abilities and riding preferences. 30%+ of the racing field are juniors under 17 years of age; huge uptake in 40+ (another third of the field) and 10-15% eBikers.

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The world-class Falls Creek Mountain Bike Park offers more than 40km of gravity and flow in the Victorian High Country. On the Fox Superflow the motto is ‘Race the way you Ride’ with Rocky Trail’s super social race format. The weekend will feature not only those classic Falls Creek tracks, but for the

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This is the first time that the Fox Superflow is going to be held in Falls Creek and the event will mark the final round of the VIC Series for Rocky Trail, with competitors

One thing is certain – there will be lots of fun action this weekend on the new trails at Falls Creek.

Pic – Courtesy Fox Suplerflow

hitting the brand-new trails at Falls Creek for the first time at race pace.

Rocky Trail’s Juliane Wisata explains that a special ‘Alpine Format’ had been developed for the Victorian High Country trail networks, which featured shuttled and riding uplifts. “At Falls Creek we are hosting the two final Victorian Series Races of our Fox Superflow. There’s one race with uplift shuttles, there’s one race to ride uphill and our riders can pick which race you do on what day!”

“We’re looking forward to welcoming our Rocky Trail Racers at Falls Creek for an awesome day out to hunt down those precious seconds on the race stages!” •

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CHRISTMAS GIVING So Much to Enjoy

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njoy the time. Enjoy the peace. Enjoy your family and your friends – and also enjoy the time you spend cruising the shops locally to discover those wonderful gifts. Let’s have a look at what is available shall we.

Lets start with the Post Office shall we. Now successfully trading as Alpine Outfitters, Pierre and the team have a great range of outdoor style gear plus a huge selection of cards.

Cat at Valley N Peaks has an exquisite range of fashion and gifts for everyone.

Another gift that will blow them away would be one of those custom fire pits from Mike and Rachael of Whipps Designs. Visit: www.whioppsdesigns.com.au 2024 photographic calendars by Roslyn Ann Photography with great local scenes is a wonderful present available locally – or visit www.roslynannphotography.com.au.

Also in the CBD, the team at Gather & Harvest has a great range of sustainable, ethical, local, handmade and creative products in their store.

Karen and Campbell at the Mount Beauty Hardware have a shop that is just choc-ablock full of gear. In fact, it is almost too full – but a good browse through will let you discover all manner of great gifts. They also do fabulous gift wrapping for you for free.

What about Kylie and Sarah at Little Oddly in Kiewa Cres – stocked with an eclectic range of interesting products you will love.

Our brand new pharmacy in the new larger shop is full stock of gifts for family and friends. The Mount Beauty FoodWorks

has a great supply of Christmas essentials – wrapping paper, bon bons etc – plus all of your liquor requirements.

Sassy Road would have one of the best ranges of gear for that special lady in your life.

The Bakery is making their beautiful range of Christmas Treats – cakes, puddings, ginger breads – and much more.

Tawonga South Butchery is now talking orders for your Christmas hams, pork, seafood or any of their specialty smoked and rolled products.

North East Home Improvement Company have their Christmas catalogue out and it is full of great gifts for this time of year.

Then we have the fabulous newly stocked Tawonga South Store and Newsagent full to the gunnels with a great range of gifts suitable for all members of the family.

Then, as we all know, biking is big in this community and Rocky Valley Bikes have brought in a heap of new bike stock to suit everyone. Road, mountain, kids and E bikes and accessories and clothing.

Christmas is about the kids and the new tree is a real treat! Pic – Ken Bell

gliding lesson – the range is only limited by your imagination.

With all this available, at least give our local shops a look before you head into the big, hot sweaty rural city. • All the best to everyone for a safe and enjoyable Christmas and a prosperous and healthy new Year. Ed

The Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre also has a nice range of locally made products. It may seem a little incongruous for a local to be visiting the Info Centre – but they really do have some quite nice local gifts and books.

I Dream of Snow, a new business at Falls Creek, has a fabulous range of collectables.

Check out https://idreamofsnow.com/ Other options include Ski Passes, Resort Entry Passes, Gift Vouchers for local restaurants – maybe even a voucher for a

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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 Home Meals Thursday to Sunday during January Check our Socials for Menu All your favourites - Call ahead to order!

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JOIN THE COMMUNITY At Our CFA Raffles

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’m often asked what makes Falls Creek so special that I choose to live here yearround and what on Earth could there possibly be outside of winter to do up here?!

Well, there’s plenty of things that make this place special, like Mountain Biking, hiking, wildflower gazing, so many lake activities, the list goes on. But, when we really get into the depths of it, it’s the local community that makes this place so special.

That’s right, the local community. There’s a good number of us local legends that TWO call thisSUMMER place home.EDITION When I first moved here in 2017 I wasn’t sure what a sense of AD community was andPROOF I sat on the sidelines pondering this for a few years while watching these selfless people give back with their time and skills before diving headfirst into volunteering at a few of our

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local organisations. One of those is the Falls Creek CFA (or Fire Brigade). I joined after the 2019/2020 fires where I was welcomed at with open arms, a good chat, some light banter and a history lesson on the amazing efforts the volunteer crew have done over the years when bushfires have come knocking on our door.

These people come from all careers and give their time and learn skills every week, to help protect our lives and buildings when fires do occur. Without going to deeply into it (it’s taken me a while to even get here) I will boast that we have founding members whoFRIDAY remain present, that’s over 25 years of 11TH NOVEMBER 2016 service!

The local community, while small is number sure is large in social value. One of the institutions up here is the weekly Summer CFA Raffle that supports the aforementioned volunteer fire brigade. We meet Thursday evenings and we raffle off fabulous prizes from local organisations including fruit and meat trays, and some other goodies! All proceeds from the raffle go towards training and equipment for the Falls Creek CFA. For this Summer, the brigade wants to acknowledge the amazing venues who are open and thank them for their support by ‘sharing the love’ across the following venues.

Lap Swimming: Mon –- Fri pool 6:15am 10:30am Lapas Swimming: Montoddler 7am well as an outdoor with-–10:30am ample General Admission: Weekdays 1pm – 7pm General Mon -the Fri pool 3:30pm-7pm lawnAdmission: area surrounding plus a great 1:30pm – 6:30pm Weekends 1:30pm - 6:30pm kiosk andWeekends Aquafit programs.

Mon – Fri

The Last Hoot will be hosting in December & January, every Thursday except the 28th December for a Christmas break.

1550 Restaurant will be hosting in February and March 2024 and we will finish up at the Frying Pan for April and May 2024 (last raffle will be 23rd May 2024) before launching into our Winter responsibilities.

And, if you’d like to enquire about volunteering with us or another brigade head to www.cfa.vic.gov.au. See you Thursday nights! Visitors are most welcome. • Samantha Salmon, Falls Creek CFA Secretary & Treasurer

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Each Thursday of Summer, the Falls Creek CFA Raffles are a lot of fun - visitors are welcome - and there are great prizes on offer –as AJ shows.

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Phone: 5754 orders 1181 for: We are currently(03) processing • Award-winning Hams • Fresh Seafood • Fresh smoked rolledxor11cm seasoned Turkey 1 Col • Succulent rolledx or pickled 12.0 CM 1 COL MONO COLOUR- Pork … and a fabulous range of BBQ supplies $168.00 for those great social summer evenings!

Vegitation is now offering home delivery, and click and collect orders for Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga and Falls Creek!

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IT’S OFFICIAL West Peak Hotel Becomes Mountain Monk Brewers

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he West Peak Hotel came into existence in the year 2017 when four local families who had deep connections to the community bought the deserted building that was formerly known as the Mount Beauty Workman's Club, which was the oldest pub in Mount Beauty.

When purchasing the building, the families reflected on the extensive history associated with the location, desiring to rejuvenate the place for people of all generations to visit without losing the local connection to Mount Beauty and surrounding communities.

The occurrence of this was brought about by them, and they succeeded in making West Peak Hotel a venue for young and old.

Since 2020, the families have continuously faced challenges, but they remained determined to fulfil their ambitious vision for the venue. Finally, in 2022, they successfully inaugurated a brewery with a 10-hectare litre on-site system. With this, Mountain Monk Brewers was born and, after operating as a craft brewery for a year and distributing their beers to various venues in Victoria and New South Wales, the moment has arrived for the venue to embrace a new direction.

The West Peak Hotel is undergoing an official transformation into Mountain Monk Brewers, with the aim of not only benefiting the Kiewa Valley Region but also supporting other nearby businesses. The families' goal is to attract a greater number of visitors to this beautiful, unspoiled valley, thus fostering growth and prosperity for the township of Mount Beauty and its surroundings.

However, there is no need to worry.

Although you may observe some visual changes online and in and around the venue, rest assured that the owners and staff of this exceptional establishment will remain unchanged. They have made a commitment to deliver their cuisine persistently, organise community-oriented events, and provide entertainment to the local area.

As part of its ongoing commitment to the local community, the business will continue to host its popular raffles every Friday, providing an opportunity for residents to participate and win exciting prizes.

Additionally, every Saturday, they will offer the community free live music to enjoy in the best As part of the brewing team, ‘Punky’ Brewergray (pictured left) pours a cold one! beer garden the Upper Stephanie Bellman (pictured right) shows off one the specialty’s canned on the Kiewa Valley has to offer. premises – Raspberry Sour. Pics - Courtesy Mountain Monk However, there is more to it than just that.

In addition to transforming into a complete brewpub, the crew of Monks are working on developing a wider range of beers and collaborations with other local businesses to bring to you their valued customers.

In order to honour the rich history of the venue, the Monk team is also presently engaged in the important task of organising and preserving photographs related to the hydro scheme found during an array of renovations and upgrades for which they are planning to establish a community scrapbook for the near year.

To mark the transition and their amazing journey, the team at Mountain Monk Brewers would like to extend an invitation to all of you on the 16th of December 2023 as a way to commemorate and rejoice in this occasion. We have an exciting lineup of activities for you that day, leading up to Christmas, including live music by local legends SquidJig, free brewery tours, beer tasting, amazing prizes for the best

IT'S CHRISTMAS Lots for all the family!!

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Christmas Outfit and festive games for young and old with some amazing Elves!

Don't miss out on this festive celebration as the region looks back on the incredible journey of West Peak Hotel becoming Mountain Monk Brewers. Join the families in raising a glass to the future of this iconic venue and the promising collaborations that lie ahead.

The team at Mountain Monk Brewers would like to express their deepest gratitude to the community for their unwavering support since 2017 and are committed to remaining a cornerstone of the Mount Beauty community as they will continue to prioritise the needs and interests of the locals. •

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Time to get plan work around the home.

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

Gift vouchers and free gift wrapping available.

Mount Beauty Hardware & Drapery Store Mon – Fri: 9am –5:30pm Saturday: 9am –4pm Sun & Public Hols: 9am –2pm

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New Café doing cooked Brekky and Lunch Wednesday to Sunday Outdoor Seating for Coffee, snacks & smoothies 7 days.

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THE ALPINE CHALLENGE It’s Personal

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lpine Challenge, it’s more than just a race to the finish line. It’s a challenge not just physically but also mentally to push yourself to achieve what you never thought possible. The Alpine Challenge is seen as one of the hardest ‘races’ in Australia - though with its diverse range of distances, it’s a challenge that is suitable for everyone to participate in.

Racing in the Alpine environment can have its many ups, downs (literally and metaphorically) but regardless of the (sometimes what feels like never ending) hill climb or the weather, the scenery is always spectacular (even when you can’t see much at all). And then don’t forget the vibe and comradery of the other runners. This is not a race in the true sense of a race, this is a race of your own personal challenge and about surviving whatever terrain or weather is thrown at you.

For me, running within the challenge has completely changed my life. I’ve found a whole new level of self-achievement with every event I’ve done and I have pushed myself to my limits and grown all the stronger for it. Two years ago I never thought I would ever be able to run the distances that I have so far but now my goals are forever expanding because I am learning how much more I am capable of.

The beauty of this challenge lies in the beauty of the area. Starting and finishing from Falls Creek the distance range from

exploring the local area, seeing bushmen’s huts, traversing across the ranges and even venturing out as far as Bogong and back (100km) or for the real crazy ones, Bogong to Harrietville then via Feathertop back to the finish of Falls Creek (100mile).

I am lucky enough that I get to live and train all year round in this stunning scenery but it was a lot of fun and so exciting to chat to those that are visiting and participating for the first time. Running alongside them as they take in the magic of this incredible place themselves. All of those that participated in the event this year have come out with a tale of adventure and sense of achievement regardless of what they did. Then there was the added element of challenge (or adventure, it’s all in perspective) of the weather on the day.

The day started with a drizzle (rain jacket on) , then came the fog which dispersed to sunshine (rain jacket off), then came the storm with hail and the works which forced many to take shelter wherever they could then back into sunshine again. Regardless of that, everyone came back to the finish with a smile.

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) POSITION VACANT Mash Accommodation Services is gearing up for exciting growth, but we need help. We're on the lookout for a casual, reliable individual to join our team as a cleaner. Enjoy very flexible hours – Hoping for a local who resides in the valley year-round.

If you're a dedicated individual that wants to join a growing business and thrive in a flexible and friendly atmosphere, we want to hear from you! Call Ashleigh on 0484 908 606.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY I thought the dryer was shrinking my clothes. Turns out it was the refrigerator all along!

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.

Thanks Nik Nok – and congratulations on being first lady home in the 42km Marathon event. Ed.

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03 5754 3222

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.

After all this babble of talk (I might still be coming down from my adrenaline high of running on the day), the truth of all this is, we are the lucky ones. We don’t have to travel Back in 2018, we had snow to like so many contend with. This year’s event people did, was challenging with downpours to partake or and wind – but it worked. volunteer in Pic – Jiri Cech this (or any of these for that matter) events. Should you choose, you could go out right now, take a hike, go for a run or a bike ride somewhere new and explore the amazing place we live.

There are so many things to see in this part of the world, with endless possibilities, the choice is yours. • Nichole McKilliam

p: (03) 5754 4497 e: mtbeautysmash@gmail.com Lot 4, Nelse Street, Mount Beauty

BUSINESS DIRECTORY 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 MAINTENANCE For general property maintenance, small renovations, plastering, painting and more contact. ALL SMART MAINTENANCE - João Joaquim - 0429 474 535 jpjoaquim@outlook.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.

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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UPPER KIEWA VALLEY REGIONAL Renewal Needed

T

he Annual General Meeting of the Upper Kiewa Regional Arts Group will be held on December 14th in the Settlers Tavern at 7pm. I hope that community members will come forward to form a new Committee and keep UKVRA viable.

Although UKVRA has a sound financial base, has recently renewed its affiliation with Regional Arts Victoria, with associated insurance coverage, and has assets including a Mac laptop, printer, glasses, banners and display materials, it is in need.

The current Committee is retiring at the Annual General Meeting in December.

Already reduced to only 5 members due to resignations over the past year, three of the executive have given notice that they will not seek nomination at the AGM. The Constitution specifies that there shall be a President, Vice-President Secretary and Treasurer, (the Executive Officers of the Association) and seven ordinary members of the Committee. There is provision in the rules for co-option of members of the Association to the Committee.

What is needed is a new Committee.

We have 36 financial members in 2023, another 15 people were members in 2022 but did not re-join this year. In 2021 we had 62 financial members.

There have been four quite well-attended adult performances brought by UKVRA to Mount Beauty this year, and one for children. No performances are scheduled for 2024 at present, but it is anticipated that the St Kilda Film Festival will come again if asked. There are sufficient funds in the bank for at least one other performance in 2024.

UKVRA has provided support for the Arts in the Kiewa Valley for over 30 years, and currently auspices The Mount Beauty Writers Festival and the David Vigo Youth Music Scholarship to help those organisations by providing financial accounts, insurance, and the backing of an established Incorporated Organisation when applying for grants. In the past UKVRA assisted the establishment of the Mount Beauty Community Band and the Saturday Stitchers, now incorporated bodies in themselves. Federation Square in Mount Beauty was initiated by UKVRA which gained a grant for its construction in 2000 as well as providing a number of very affordable Performing Arts Show for the Kiewa Valley Community every year.

WHAT'S ON IN 2023/2024 DEC 9, 16 23 & 30

Park Run. 8am at Bicentennial Park, beside the library in Lakeside Avenue. Enquiries to 03 5754 1118.

All Welcome.

DEC 9-10

Fox Superflow MTB Competition @ Falls Creek.

DEC 15

Carols by Candlelight – Jessie Hollonds Studio, Mount Beauty Secondary College and les Peart Oval. From 65pm – with Carols Starting at 8pm. Bring a chair or rug.

JAN 1

New Year’s Day Community Market 9am – 1pm Hydro Park, Lakeside Ave – beside Mountain Monk Brewery. You make it – your bake it – your grow it – you’re welcome!

Ph: 03 5754 1118.

JAN 4

Twilight Market 5pm – 9pm. On the Green – opposite Falls Creek Coaches. Food & Craft, Live music bring a blanket.

JAN 6

Mount Beauty Community Market 9am – 1pm Hydro Park, Lakeside Ave – beside Mountain Monk Brewery. You make it – your bake it – your grow it – you’re welcome!

Ph: 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-victorian-statechampionship-series-falls-creek/ Ph: 03 5758 1200.

If you are able to help form a new Committee, please contact me: Email: secretary.ukvra@gmail.com or telephone 03 57541750 or call Ann Dickinson (current President) on 0401 019 736.

Ann Dickinson, President: Rollo Kiek, Secretary, UKVRA. October 2023. •

BAR & BISTRO

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

WED TO FRI: 3pm to Late.

Meals from 5:30pm – 8pm.

SAT & SUN: 12noon to Late.

Meals from 12noon – 2pm & 5:30pm – 8pm.

From 3pm Sat Arvo in the Beer Garden SATURDAY 9th: ​ John & Vickie Followed by Junior Karaoke at 6:30pm then Adult Karaoke at 8:30pm

COMMUNITY RAFFLES

Giving back to our community!

FRI 8th: UKV Lions Club FRI 15th​​: MB Dragon Boat Club LOCALLY BREWED BEERS ON TAP: Mountain Monk Pale Ale; Hazy Pale Mid Strength; Pilsner; Indian Pale Ale; Mountain Monk Sour. Do the Tour with a Tasting Tray!

1 LAKESIDE AVE, MOUNT BEAUTY 3699 PHONE : 03 5754 4985

SATURDAY 16th​​: SquidJig with the Mountain Monk Extravaganza! www.mountainmonkbrewers.com.au/ mountainmonkbrewers/

JAN 20-21 ​Victorian Downhill Series Round Three at Big Hill Mountain Bike Park hosted by TMB. https://vdhs.com.au/ JAN 26-27 ​​Mile High Dragon Boar Regatta – Rocky Valley Lake – Falls Creek.

Ph: 03 5758 1200.

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.

MAR 2

Mount Bogong Conquestathon – the 43rd staging of this great event.

Further details coming.

MAR 10

Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – by Bicycle Victoria and hosted by Falls Creek. 03 5758 1200.

MEDICAL SERVICES - Upper Kiewa Valley ------------------------------- MOUNT BEAUTY MEDICAL CENTRE ------------------------------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!

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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MAR 15 ​Falls Creek Longest Lunch. Gourmet delight. Ph: 03 5758 1200. Em: events@fallscreek.com.au. Wb: https://www.fallscreek.com.au/listing/ the-long-lunch-falls-creek/ For further details on coming events, got to: https://www.fallscreek.com.au/whats-on/events/

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