• Top: Cassie and the kids prepare for next weekend’s Sled Dog Classic. Pic - Peter Hull.
• Left: Race Club Head Coach Bernie Haider. See Page Six. Pic - Struan Jones. • Right: You too can ski like this – See Page Three. Pic - Nathan Fenton
FROM THE CEO
Drop it… and You’ll Drink It!
Who can remember the ‘Do the right thing’ ads of the 70’s & 80’s which compelled people to put their rubbish in bins and ‘Keep Australia Beautiful?’ Apart from showing your age if you do remember, I suspect you are just as stunned as I am regards how quickly that message has been lost given the amount of debris that is left in car parks and communal areas at the resort.
Rubbish, litter, trash, garbage… call it what you might. In this pristine alpine environment, failure to properly dispose of it – i.e. put it in one of the more than 60 bins or rubbish receptacles throughout the village, has consequences that bear some consideration and perhaps prompt you to think before you inadvertently drop that piece of litter!
Hoppet Ready Clinics
Focusing on technique, speed, fitness and endurance
Get advices from our international coaches: Aurelie Dabudyk, Iris Pessey and Rob Jones
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Visitor Information Centre
The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located in the Resort Management Office, up stairs on the corner of Slalom Street and Bogong High Plains Road. Open 8am – 5pm daily for Visitor Information and Gym Memberships.
Ph: 03 5758 1202. (Map Ref: E4)
Resort Entry
Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4km before reaching Falls Creek. Day and Night Passes are at $54 on arrival per day, (or $49.50 on line). If arriving after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same day, entry is free. Visitors over 65 years of age receive a discount.
Season Passes are available at $525 (or $450 on line).
An ‘All Resorts’ permit, valid at all Victorian Snow Resorts is available for $740.00 Enquire at Visitor Information desk.
Resort Entry Fees fund essential services of:
Ski patrol
Snow Clearing
Waste Management
Car Parking
Water Supply
Visitor Information Services
Round One - Falls Creek
The National Gravity Enduro Series acts as the qualifying series for the Enduro World Series. See mention in the article with Ben McIlroy.
As for the relevance of this topic to the resort, well, the Australian High Plains, particularly those around Falls Creek, Mt Hotham etc. are a major part of the Murray Darling Basin catchment area. Approximately 50-70% of the water that makes its way to your tap in metro Melbourne, the townships along the way and right through to Adelaide, originates from the High Plains. Are you starting to see the connection? So next time you see someone incorrectly dispose of their rubbish, or worse - cigarette butt… call them out. Particularly here at Falls Creek… because you’ll only be drinking it later!
Gross - yeah?
Mountain Bike Australia in conjunction with Falls Creek Resort Management are pleased to present Round One of the 2017 Gravity Enduro National Series. The series is Australia wide with Round Two being held at Stromlo Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to Rockhampton in July and the final round will be held on Woodford Island, on the Clarence River in northern NSW in August.
The resort has an industry leading recycling and resource recovery rate and diversion to landfill program that has dramatically reduced kgs of rubbish per Visitors, so we take rubbish very seriously. But we need everyone to help… otherwise to quote Pogo – “We have met the enemy and he is us!”
The popularity of mountain biking continues to grow. From the great efforts of some Mount Beauty locals in the 90’s - to hosting the Nationals in Feb 2000 - to the point where we have some of the best tracks in the country - both in Mount Beauty and in Falls Creek. The growth and the success means we can continue to host fabulous events.
The worst offenders… smokers (sorry to single you out- butt!). Cigarette butts leach the toxic chemicals that smokers inhale, such as cadmium, lead, arsenic and zinc into water streams. They are made from a
type of plastic – cellulose acetate that can take up to 12-15 years to break down, and many are consumed by numerous species as they make their way into the environment (WARNING: stat being used for dramatic effect: There are currently estimated to be between 15 TRILLION and 51 TRILLION pieces of plastic littering the world’s oceans - that’s 12 zeros… 51,000,000,000,000).
2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES
Round One of the GE National Series will be staged this weekend, beginning with practice sessions from 11am Friday. During the course of the weekend, several of the trails will be closed to general riders although Blue Dirt will have shuttles running on Friday from 11am to 6pm and again on Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Cost is $50 per day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt. com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will be closed to the general public, but will progressively open as the different sections of the event are completed. Pretty Valley Road will also have closures and be subject to delays should anyone be travelling back from the horse yards or Pretty Valley Pondage. Now this Gravity Enduro is a different sort of mountain bike racing to what we know as Downhill or Cross Country. The Gravity Enduro is both. The athletes will start with a warm up ride from Slalom Plaza, out the Bogong High Plains Road, up the Pretty Valley Road and then across to the Trig
Warning - more stats: Then, there are apparently 24 billion cigarettes sold every year in Australia. Of this, an estimated seven billion butts never find their way into a bin! That’s 280 butts for every Australian… butt according to Quit.com, only 13% of Australians smoke. Not that I want to tar all smokers with the same brush (yes, intended), it appears, allegedly, that of the 2.4m Ozzie adults who smoke cigarettes, you’re each dropping 2,829 butts A YEAR… hence cigarette butts are the largest source of litter in the WORLD. So, my message to all the smokers (and litterbugs) out there is… put your butts in a bin or carry a vessel to put them in and dispose of them properly, later. Dropping them or flicking them once
Open by Appointment For Groups, Clubs etc
Opening Hours
11am – 3pm Tuesday - Sunday
Panabode Building, Slalom Street, Falls Creek
Phone: 03 5758 1200
Map Ref: E4. Look for the Harvey Kat.
For Further Information:
Please try to allow 24hours notice. For further information: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Facebook/fallscreekmuseum
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Ph: 03 5758 1200
Accommodation
Child Care – Hours & Rates
Alpha Lodge
Falls Creek Child Care is located in the St Falls complex, at the base of the Halley’s Comet chairlift – open from 8:30am to 5pm, seven days a week for children from 12 weeks to five years old.
Open 365 days a year. Self cater accommodation $56 p/p p/n twin/dbl. $42 p/p p/n bunk room. Parallel Street. Ph: 5758 3488 or visit: www.alphaskilodge.com.au
Hours & Rates
Altitude Apartments
Morning: 8:30am – 12:30pm $85
Afternoon: 1:30pm – 5pm $60
Full Day: 8:30am – 5pm $130
Spacious fully self-contained accommodation open all year round. Bike storage and free wi-fi. On site bar & restaurant - Be Foodstore. Ph: 03 5758 3811 Wb: www.altitudefallscreek.com.au
Bookings are strongly recommended as places are limited. Make your booking at: www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.
Attunga Lodge
QT Hotel Falls Creek
Apartment style luxury rooms, Pool & Jacuzzi, Sauna & Steam Room. On-site restaurant and bar. Open all year round - available for group bookings and functions. Ph: 03 5732 8000 Wb: www.qtfallscreek.com.au
Under Five:
Snowski Apartments
Allowance
Two pieces of luggage, one pair of skis & boots or snowboard & boots and one piece of hand luggage per person.
Self contained accommodation open all year round with on-site management. Located in the Village Bowl. Ph: 5758 3356, or visit www.snowskiapartments.com.au
Summit Ridge Lodge
Excess Luggage: $7 per item.
Ticket Sales – On Mountain & On Line
Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3800.
Point game fastest slowest before bit without permitted. final taking heading heading and Sound The Saturday: 10am Tent From Hoot Sunday: activation. GE If you’re some weekend.
Accommodation Transfer Service
Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.
Cedarwood Apartments
Fully self contained apartment accommodation Schuss Street Ph: 5758 3393.
Operating from the Terminal Building on the Bogong High Plains Road, the Accommodatin Transfer Service will move you, your family and your luggage comfortably to your lodge or apartment.
Hours of Operation
Falls Creek Country Club
Mon – Thurs & Sat: 8am – 10pm Friday: 8am – 12 midnight Sunday: 8am – 10pm
Fully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night. Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au. Bogong High Plains Road.
A Taxi Service is available in the Village during these hours. Ph: 03 5758 1203
Gebi’s Apartments
Fully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 45 35 25.
Nelse Alpine Lodge
Open for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Break-
From 28.06.18 until 10.09.18 all visitors will be required to use the Accommodation Transfer Service. Visitor vehicles
Viking Lodge
Self-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites. On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop. Free Wi-Fi. Ph. 03 5758 3247.
Dining & Bar
BE Foodstore
Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, then
you’ve inhaled that last toxic plume, by consequence impacts those of us who choose not to smoke, and the environment ultimately bears the brunt of this act of irresponsibility. Think before your flick. Or better still – go here and get responsible for your butts; http://www.buttfree.org.au/ products/ashtrays-butt-holders/
What is more, under the Litter Act 1979, dropping a butt (or any rubbish for that matter) can result in a $200 fine for incorrect disposal. Resort rangers have the power to infringe, so please, put it in a bin.
So, please… help us protect our very fragile alpine environment by doing the right thing, every little bit helps - because the alternative may have to be a smoke free resort, just like a growing number of resorts around the world - and pretty much like any patrolled beach in Australia (or the MCG for the matter)!
Ok, let’s move on and discuss another favourite topic…Falls Creek Restaurants… WOW are we spoiled. This weeks “Foodie Tip of the Week” – Nelse Lodge. A group of mates from Adelaide were staying there (and loved it – all were first timers to the resort and now converted to FallsCreekians), so we decided to dine with them. Awesome choice. Trout salad followed by drop dead Lamb Shank that just fell off the
bone. Managed to steel a few ribs off the plate next door, which were just as divine… add to this, the great local wine list and the cosy lounge/bar…it’s a winner, book yourself in for a treat and after dinner drink by the fire.
Now, with the resort snow pack the best it’s been since 2004, get out there and have some fun. •
Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management
New Range of Salomon Ski & Snowboard Boots now in stock!!
• Expert Master Boot Fitters on site to fit you up!
• Open Daily: 8am – 6pm.
• Free Pick-Up & Delivery for all ski and snowboard rental!
In the Village Bowl at the Falls Creek Hotel Map (Ref: M2)
Be part of the team!
As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club, young members can...
• Learn life skills in a wonderful rewarding environment.
• Make friends for life – with opportunities to travel the world.
• Learn to ski and board in a family friendly surroundings. Programs from primary to late teens – including tertiary tuition for full-time athletes.
‘An integral part of Falls Creek and its history!’ Wb: www.fallscreekraceclub.com.au Em: ski@fcrc.com.au
Adventure your way with Falls Creek Snowsports School!
Our Falls Creek Snowsports School offers an extensive variety of ski and snowboard programs, catering to children and adults of all abilities.
We’re here to drive your passion for snowsports, develop your skills and get the most out of your on-snow experience!
Paw Patrol Snowclub (3-5 years)
Full & Half day programs – see your child’s love of skiing grow as their skills progress! Specialised lessons include professional full-time staff, half or full day lessons, delicious lunchtime meals, progress cards and the chance to meet the Paw Patrol puppies!
• Full day: 9:15am – 2:50pm.
• Half day: 9:15am – 12:50pm.
• PM lesson only: 1:15pm – 2:50pm.
Registration from 9:15am and 1:15pm, with lessons commencing at 10:00am and 1:30pm.
Spongebob Squarepants Junior Workshop (6 – 12 years)
Full day programs – book your child in for a full day of adventure and watch as they learn to master skiing or snowboarding! Specialised lessons include constant supervision, full day lessons, all-day lift access, delicious lunchtime meals and progress cards.
Full day: 9:45am – 2:50pm Registration from 9:45am, with lessons commencing at 10:00am.
TMNT Ride Tribe (13 – 17 years)
Full day programs – book your child in for a full day of inspiration as they engage with exciting and challenging
purpose built programs that cater to teenagers. Specialised lessons include constant supervision, full day lessons, all-day lift access, delicious lunchtime meals and progress cards.
Full day: 9:45am – 2:50pm
Registration from 9:45am, with lessons commencing at 10:00am.
Adult Programs (18+)
Develop your skiing or snowboarding skills in our group lessons specifically designed to cater for adults of all ability levels.
The AM Group Lesson features extended sessions and is available daily from 10:30am – 12:50pm.
The PM Super Session guarantees a maximum of five participants and is available daily from 1:30pm – 2:50pm. Enquire about our number of speciality programs, including Coffee Club and our Mim Sodergren Women’s Program!
Brand new to Snowsports?
If you have never skied or snowboarded before, the Falls Creek Learn to Ski or Learn to Board lessons are for you. With a group lesson in either the morning or afternoon, plus exclusive all-day access to the Halley’s Comet, Mousetrap, Boardwalk and Drover’s Chair beginner lifts, you will find your
skills developing in no time! Lessons are available for adults and children and commence at 10:30am and 1:30pm daily.
Private Lessons
For the ultimate in personalised instruction, you can’t go past a private lesson. Receive expert, individualised instruction in a session specially designed to cater to your individual needs and preferences. Advance bookings are essential, so get in quick! For all advance lesson bookings and enquiries, please email snowsports@fallscreek.net.
Booking Details
Save time on arrival and pre-book any of our group programs* online at our Falls Creek E-store: https://shop.skifalls.com.au, or let us guide you through your choices at any resort ticket office, rental store, or the Snowsports School Office in Cloud 9. For any enquiries, please contact us at (03) 5758 1000. ‘All trails lead you home at Falls Creek!’
*Learn to Ski,
DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA
DWA Snowboarder Camp
DWA organised a Snowboarder Camp for the 2018 season and Falls Creek delivered what all skiers and snowboarders wait for and that was a beautiful dump of powder. After 7cm of snow fell Friday afternoon and Friday night, then adding to an existing base and delivering 100cm of snow over the whole mountain on Saturday morning. How good is this?
The DWA Snowboarder Camp started on Saturday and consisted of 13 snowboarders and two skiers including guides with offsnow support. The youngest snowboarder was Trevor at nine years of age, who for the first time, was enjoying the freedom that riding delivers. Ethan, his brother was back from the DSR Camp two weeks prior ready to take up the challenge of linked turns with a prosthetic once again. Ethan completed the goal and late on Sunday
could be seen with the DWA Trainer Fraser riding down Main Street linking his turns. A tremendous effort.
The other DWA riders all had large improvements with Jack following his DWA guide Chris over to Ruined Castle and carving down the run. Jason also continued to improve with determination to complete toe to heel transition wanting to impress his two Snowboarder guides Julia and Katerina and that he certainly did by Sunday, receiving a fabulous round of applause. Rebecca with Dan as her guide from Mount Beauty on Saturday and Sunday conquered turning and stopping and achieved her goal for the weekend, another personal best.
By Sunday the DWA Snowboarders had completed and achieved their goals and had fun with their guides along the way - all being very aware that more practice is required to become proficient
at snowboarding. As with all skiing and snowboarding stance is critical to a skier or snowboarder and with a prosthetic, the choice of a stance should relate to the participant’s balance, or how far the body can move without losing stability. Retaining balance is accomplished by adjustments to the ankles, knees, hips, and entire body with consideration given as to whether the student uses the ankle or knee as the primary flexing joint.
The team at Disabled Wintersport Australia have found that most participants - children or adults - with physical and cognitive disabilities can experience the fun of snowboarding with the proper preparation and equipment. And, like teaching any snow discipline, teaching an adaptive sport requires safety for both the student and the other skiers and riders on the mountain and is the foremost consideration.
To date, this year, our camps have been positive and rewarding for everyone involved. If you would like to know more about DWA, or would like to volunteers, visit the website at: www. disabledwintersport.com.au. • Ken Payne
Trevor, Sacha, Georgia, Vanessa and Ethan having a break while enjoying the fun of riding Drovers as a team. Pic – Ken Payne
NEW BUSINESS IN TOWN
Lilli Pilli
Along day on the slopes can be tough on the body and certainly helps work up an appetite. Fortunately, you can simply drop by one of Falls Creek’s newest additions, Lilli Pilli Day Spa and Tea Rooms for a little pampering and a bite to eat - and be ready for round two on the mountain!
Owner, Emma Phyland, is no stranger to the village. She started out working as a chef in Falls Creek, but her knack for mixing ingredients soon turned to beauty products.
“I started making face creams - kind of like making mayonnaise - and that’s when the organic touch skincare range began,” Emma laughed.
“I then studied massage while pregnant with my gorgeous Georgie, and have now been massaging at Falls Creek for 11 years.”
Having worked with Barry Jones at Pretty Valley for a decade, Emma said the duo has been trying to get a day spa up and running for the past four years.
“This year, he found space for me, and Lilli Pilli Day Spa and Tea Rooms was born.”
In the day spa you’ll find a team of experienced professionals offering an extensive range of massage and beauty treatments.
When she’s not creating luxurious new beauty products, Emma is your go-to for needling, cupping, remedial massage and relaxing hot stone treatments.
The amazing Abby, who is now in her second year at Falls Creek (thanks to her new found passion for snowboarding), offers remedial massage - with just a little bit of sweet pain when it’s needed - as well as relaxing and rejuvenating massages and spa treatments.
She also has personalised the traditional Chinese cupping facials to lift and plump your skin.
tissue massage that will work out any issues your fatigued muscles may have.
When it comes to a little pampering, Hayley is your girl, delivering rejuvenating facials and spa treatments, as well as waxing, nails, beauty and tanning (because you have to sort out that goggle tan somehow!)
Keeping you fuelled in the cafe and tea house are Tiah, Sheridan and Tash, who keep things running smoothly both front and back of house. They serve locally roasted Bogong Blend coffee from Honeybird Coffee, along with 22 blends of tea from the Tea Tonic range, designed by a herbalist for its therapeutic qualities.
The ultimate place to relax and unwind, you can also enjoy delicious food to warm the belly, including ‘posh’ toasties and exotic soups, with plenty of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free treats and feasts available.
Located at 10 Slalom Street (near the Plaza Bus Stop), the Tea House is open daily from 8am to 4:30pm, and the Day Spa from 8am to 8pm by appointment.
For a full list of treatments, visit www. lillipillifallscreek.com.au, and for bookings, call 0439 551 051. • Simone Dowel
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JB's Bar is giving away Jägermeister hoodie! Drop in for a Jäger shot and be in the draw! PUBLIC BAR: 12noon – 2:30pm and 4:30pm to Close! Dinner: 5:30pm – 9pm 9 PARALLEL ST Ph: 03 5758 3278 Map Ref: H2 Lunch daily! Bar is open from 12 noon with bar snacks available all day. HAPPY HARVEY HOUR Tues 32st & Thurs 2nd Aug 3:30-5:30pm with Live Entertainment!
Proprietor of the new Lilli Pilli business at Falls Creek, Emma Phyland having a cuppa –surrounded by her great team. Pic – Courtesy The Border Mail
OUR COMMUNITY
And Its People
Berni Haider is the Head Coach of the Falls Creek Race Club. He’d had long day of individual skills analysis on-snow for the club’s holiday programme, after which I caught up with him in his apartment which he shares with four other coaches.
Berni is young, athletic, friendly, and speaks with an Austrian accent. I ask him about his role at Falls Creek.
trained 110 athletes with 16 coaches for six hours a day. We have one day off per week. After the holiday programme we start the full-time groups, which train seven days a week.”
Haider is only 22 years old and into his third season at Falls Creek. It’s hard to comprehend just how much skiing he’s done in a short time. I ask him how he got started in Australia.
“I’ve been here for two and a half seasons now. The first year I worked with the under 14s and under 16s, and in the middle of that season I took over the FIS Group, and from then on I’ve worked with them.” FIS stands for the Fédération Internationale de Ski, the world’s highest governing body for international winter sports. The FIS group at the Race Club is comprised of skiers aged 15 and above who have shown real talent in the slalom and giant slalom race disciplines.
“These are the best racers” says Haider.
“Race club starts at the age of seven and by Under 12 there is one full-time group that trains year-round. We’ve just completed our July holiday programme where we
As the Head Coach, Berni spends almost as many waking hours on snow as off. “I’m on snow at 8am, setting up a course. We have some warm-up runs then start training. It will depend on what the focus for the training is, and we work on that. We train till 12noon, and then have a one-hour lunch break. In the afternoon we go to the gym and work there on the athletic side, such as strength, conditioning, agility, and coordination.”
Like many Austrians, Haider grew up on snow. “I come from Ellmau in the Eastern part of Austria. It’s a really big skiing area and I started skiing when I was two. A couple of metres behind my house is a ski slope, so it was a pretty good place to learn.”
“I was in the local race club there until I was 12. In Austria we’ve got states - it’s called bundesländer - and in those states there are different squads you can go to for training. I trained there till the age of 15. Then I went to a high school that focused on skiing. I was there for five years, and basically Monday and Tuesday is school, but Wednesday to Sunday is skiingtraining and racing.”
“That’s funny” he said “when I worked in Kitzsteinhorn there was an English skier who had worked in Australia for eight years, and he asked me if I wanted to come down. I always wanted to get experience skiing in another country. I like the village, the ski-in ski-out and also the social life is pretty good. It’s just a nice atmosphere up here. And also the skiing area is great.”
Falls Creek seems to have an Austrian connection. Of the 16 coaches at the Race Club, most are Austrian. “There was one guy - Rudy Pendl, a long-time instructor - I think he was the first Austrian who came here and he built everything up. Since then it’s kind of expected that there are so many Austrians here at Falls Creek. It’s all about connections in skiing. There are mostly Austrians at Mount Buller and Falls Creek, but at Perisher, most of the coaches are French or Italians. In Austria when you ask someone where they want to go in the Southern Hemisphere, everyone wants to go to Falls Creek or Mount Buller, because they’re the most famous ones.”
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Ripper Drink Specials Every Night!
Fri 20th: The Man Trivia - $600 in prizes! PLUS – Live Entertainment every Friday Night
Sat 21st: Shannon Noll Appreciation Night!!
Sun 22nd: Foozball Competition $50 Bar Tab up for grabs!
Mon 23rd: Jug Night!
Tues 24th: Falls Creek Darts Round 5
Wed 25th: Jam @ The Man
Thurs 26th: Poker – 8apm Start
Fri 27th: The Man Trivia - $600 in prizes!
“When I finished school I was pretty good, but I wasn’t in the Austrian National Team. I was just one step below in the state squad from Tyrol, for three years. When I was 20 I finished skiing competitively.” After a compulsory six-month stint in the Austrian Army, Haider spent two seasons coaching at a ski academy at Kitzsteinhorn, a glacier in Austria.
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Falls Creek will hold two days of international FIS slalom races on August 17th and 18th. Haider estimates between 50 -70 starters, with up to 20 athletes coming from New Zealand, Europe and England. Registration is open to anyone, but Haider warns you must be an advanced skier otherwise “you will kill yourself.”
He is optimistic about the future of the Race Club. “Each year it is getting better, it’s becoming bigger and there are more athletes registering for the programme. We are always improving and growing.” • Struan Jones
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SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INTERSCHOOLS
It’s A Wrap
South Aussies love to ski at Falls Creek! 205 children plus a load of parents, teachers and other family members came to Falls for the SA Interschools Championships from 16th to 20th July. Some great weather, if a bit blowy on the race days, made it a fantastic week, along with the usual fantastic Falls Creek welcome from the local community and businesses.
There was an increase in participation of around 28% compared to 2017 demonstrating the growing enthusiasm for ski and snowboard racing amongst SA kids.
The races themselves ran smoothly and saw some really good performances from a number of athletes. With an increased number of schools putting together full teams at different year levels, there was healthy competition for the overall school champions, especially at secondary school level. In the end Cornerstone College managed to hold onto their champion status for both Secondary Girls and
famous Village Bowl.
• FRIDAY – ‘The Lyrical’ performing live from 9:30pm. $10 cocktails
• SATURDAY – Dragon 25-year party from 8:30pm with Jamo & Fvllswitch. Dragon giveaways and more!
• SUNDAY – Après Recovery Session with ‘The lyrical’ $12 Bloody Marys and $25 full roast!
• MONDAY - $20 burger & beer combo!
• TUESDAY - $5 tacos & $10 margaritas!
• WEDNESDAY – Trivia with Sammy from 6pm. $1 chicken wings, $10 pints!
• THURSDAY - Falls Creek Night Show. $12 wood roasted suckling pig!
Secondary Boys. St Peters College took out the Primary Boys championship.
A special shout out to local legend Steve Lee for presenting medals and trophies. What a thrill for the young athletes!
Solid snowfall on Thursday night meant that the parallel slalom fun race could not go ahead on Friday morning, due to too much snow on the course! So everyone headed out and grabbed some ‘freshies’ in that brilliant Falls Creek snow instead!
SASKI would like to thank all of our brilliant Falls Creek sponsors and supporters: our major sponsors Falls Creek Resort Management Board, Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L and the Falls Creek Chamber of Commerce; our auction donors Astra Lodge, Summit Ridge, Elk at Falls and Falls Creek Hotel; and our SA Interschools discount deal providers Central Snowspots, The Pass, SnoNuts, Yogi’s Ski Hire, Blue Brumby, BE Food Store, Dicky Knees and
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We are looking forward to seeing even more SA competitors back next year. •
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FALLS CREEK RACE CLUB
Racing and Results
School holidays were a busy period for most parents in Race Club, with three races occurring across the two weeks. As reported a few weeks ago, we kicked off with the Snowracer 1 Series on Saturday 7th July, quickly followed by the Rossignol Cup and Cranky Charlie Cup on Friday 13th and the King of the Mountain Race on Saturday 14th July.
There were lots of eager little faces, as well as some more serious faces from the older athletes, on the morning of the races. Kids were keen to break out their race suits in an attempt to shave a second or two off their times in the hope of a podium place, while parents secretly thanked the weather gods for turning on beautiful blue sky days so said kids didn’t freeze while waiting to race.
DUCKS IN SNOW
The Rossignol Cup and Cranky Charlie Cup only happen with the assistance of parents working in collaboration with the Race and Events Department. The Race Club committee and members would like to sincerely thank Andrew Wenk for taking charge of the volunteers and for being the Club’s Chief of Gates (a technical term) for one last time. Andrew has fulfilled this role for around a decade and is now handing the baton on so he can taking up more
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Fuel up the mornings…
Recharge the days… Relax the evenings… Super convenient location at the base of Eagle Chair!
The region’s best craft beers on tap + extensive wine list & cocktail menu! Open daily 8am till late PM for breakfast, lunch & dinner
“Be sure to pop in and sample local goodness with super friendly service!”
See us on Facebook & Instagram. For reservations, call: 03 5758 3222
Located in the Village Bowl, below Altitude Apartments. Map Ref: N2
responsibilities with SASKI. The committee would also like to thank club members Rob Ashton, Carl Crosby, Jocelyn Kawana, Jamie Dean, Daniella Mollica, Peter Howlett, Richard Jowett, Nic Kemp, Karen Smythe, Scott Wells, Rohan France, Russell Grant and Alana Wright for volunteering their time to ensure the Rossi Cup happened.
Rossignol Cup Results
Women’s U8 Ski. 1st Annabel Gould. 2nd India Peters. 3rd Coco Thomas.
Men’s U8 Ski. 1st Tiger Ashton. 2nd Louis Sanderson. 3rd Max Fary.
Women’s U10 Ski. 1st Grace Breen. 2nd Paris Miller. 3rd. Harriet Wise.
Men’s U10 Ski. 1st Archie Gould. 2nd Oscar Peters. 3rd Darcy Moon.
Women’s U12 Ski. 1st Abbi Lloyd-Bostock. 2nd Olivia Smith. 3rd Pepper Bowes.
Men’s U12 Ski. 1st Samuel Shaw. 2nd Jack Breen. 3rd Austin Wells.
Women’s U14 Ski. 1st Maddie Hooker. 2nd Olivia Millar. 3rd. Lily Spice.
Men’s U14 Ski. 1st Sebastian Whiteley. 2nd Lachlan Houghton. 3rd Hamish Wilkinson.
Women’s U16 Ski. 1st Mackenzie Whiteley. 2nd Airlie Bowes. 3rd Mimi Bartels.
Sunday: Carvery Roast
Ribs & Rump
Join the team from the Three Blue Ducks (Bronte, The Farm Byron Bay, Brisbane) as they take over the kitchen at BE Foodstore.
An early start and a perfect day for racing. Pic – Courtesy FCRC
Men’s U16 Ski. 1st Lucas Duffy. 2nd Andrew Archibald. 3rd Archie Shaw. Women’s U14 S/Board. 1st Jessica Paterson. Men’s U14 S/Board. 1st Alex Smythe. 2nd Harrison Smythe.
Men’s U16 S/Board. 1st Will Weir
Cranky Charlie Cup
The Cranky Charlie Cup relates to age – and also sometimes to a state of mind. Following on from the Rossi Cup – it’s about the parents having a go! And they did.
Results: Women’s. 1st Clair Shaw. 2nd Penelope Blight. 3rd Melina Helford.
Men’s. 1st Sam Thomas. 2nd Ross Barker. 3rd. Michael Gould.
Well done to all who had a go!
King of the Mountain
A good field of around 80 skiers and boarders descended upon the extended NASTAR course on Saturday 14th for the King of the Mountain. Results were as follows.
Women’s U8 Ski. 1st. Annabel Gould. 2nd Neige Stafford. 3rd India Peters.
Men’s U8 Ski. 1st Tiger Ashton. 2nd Louis Sanderson. 3rd Max Fary.
Women’s U10 Ski. 1st Grace Breen. 2nd Paris Miller. 3rd Harriet Wise.
Men’s U10 Ski. 1st Archie Gould. 2nd Oscar Peters. 3rd Otto Lichte.
Women’s U12 Ski. 1st Abbi Lloyd-Bostock. 2nd Olivia Smith. 3rd Pepper Bowes.
Men’s U12 Ski. 1st William Simons. 2nd Jack Breen. 3rd Austin Wells.
FALLS CREEK RACE CLUB
Women’s U14 Ski. 1st Lily Spice. 2nd Kayala Cornwell. 3rd Isobel Goncalves.
Men’s U14 Ski. 1st Corto Stafford. 2nd Charlie Shaw. 3rd. Thomas Breen.
Women’s U16 Ski. 1st Danielle Ellis.
Men’s U16 Ski. 1st Archie Shaw. 2nd Edward Jowett. 3rd Thomas Pennell.
Men’s U10 S/Board. 1st Noah Boyd.
Women’s U14 S/Board. 1st Jessica Paterson.
Men’s U14 S/Board. 1st Alex Smythe
Women’s U16 S/Board. 1st Mia Chawner.
Men’s U16 S/Board. 1st Andy Deans. Thanks to the team at Race and Events and also to all the volunteers that always are there to make it happen. It is sport and no-one can win if there are not competitors who have a go – whether they come second, tenth or last. •
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Nelse Bar Open from 3:30pm daily. Welcome!
Enjoy our Apres ski drinks, evening get-togethers and daily specials! Restaurant open for bookings off ering a well-priced hearty Winter cuisine
In at 5:30 and out by 7pm and get a 15% discount off the total bill! Full a la carte menu with vegetarian, gluten free and children’s options.
Ridge Restaurant • Experience • Taste • Enjoy!
Best Restaurant 2017 Contemporary Australian – Victorian Regional –Restaurant & Catering Awards. Finalist 2017 Victorian Regional –Restaurant & Catering Wine List Awards Schuss Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: K3 Ph: 03 5758 3800.
Style, grace and speed – and keeping it together all the way! Pic – Courtesy FCRC
FALL LINES
Police Games
The 2018 Australian Police Winter Games are again being hosted at Falls Creek, which is an exciting prospect given the success of the previous games and the hospitality and generosity exhibited by mountain staff and business community at Falls Creek.
The 2018 Australian Police Winter Games commences on Sunday 29 July, concluding on Friday 3rd August and has been an annual event since 1983, involving social events, skiing and snowboarding races. It is the longest continual Police Winter Sports Competition in the world today. The underpinning theme… ‘It’s Snow Fun!’ There are some who take the competition seriously, however the games cater for all level of skiers from first timers to expert alike.
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The competitors will be competing in the Giant Slalom, Slalom and Ski / Boarder Cross. NSW are back in force this year defending the title against police from the rest of the nation and a couple of international competitors.
Everyone is invited to the charity auction to be held at 8pm on Monday 30 July at the Falls Creek Hotel.
This year’s charity is Police Legacy - which was established in 1987 to care for the widows, widowers, partners and children of fallen police.
The APWG greatly appreciate the contributions made by the sponsors who help make this event possible. QT Falls Creek, SWS, Police Health, Police Bank, PASA, PANSW, Falls Creek Accommodation Transfer Service, Falls Creek Resort Management, Falls Creek Ski Lifts, Forest Air, Organic Touch Beauty and Day Spa. Check out the NASTAR Course for some great action and competitive racing. Our local lads Jason and Wayne will certainly do us proud! •
MOTORING TIPS
Drive to the Conditions
mishap - like losing your steering because your front wheels lock-up when you put the brakes on - and you slide in to a ditch (at best).
Get rid of all the snow from your car - it’s dangerous!
Carr y chains (for your drive wheels), gloves (for your hands), mat (to kneel on), torch (to see) and knowledge (to know how and when to fit chains).
A Motoring Tip brought to you by: Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre, Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty, Ph: 5754 4261
FALLS CREEK MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY
Bottom of Gully Chairlift.
Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref J6) Ph: 03 5758 3238 all day.
24 hours for Emergencies.
General Practitioners experienced in Family and Snow Sports Medicine.
First fully accredited snowfields practice in Australia based on 33 years experience.
WHERE WHEN HOW WHO WHAT
Tawonga Crescent. 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays. Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Lauren Tanzen. Fully accredited General Practice with 39 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
“You’ve only got one head – put a lid on it!”
Fancy a Special Cake?
Located in the High Country, local ingredients and materials. Beautiful, elegant & unique cakes to suit your celebration and dietary requirements!
Falls Creek Alpine Association (Inc.)
We are a not-for-profit organisation representing individuals, apartment owners, club lodges and commercial operators on alpine issues to FCRM and the Victorian government.
Visit www.fcaa.org.au to join and discover the benefits.
The race course on Ruined Castle produced some serious competition during last year’s event. Pic – Courtesy Sean Netting
New App Tracks XC Groomer
Falls Creek Cross Country at Windy Corner has a new app for your phone or tablet that tracks the real-time progress of the groomer.
The app to download is called ‘Track My Ride.’ It uses a GPS tracker placed inside the cross-country groomer that shows on a satellite map exactly where the groomer is, where he’s heading, and where he’s been for the past 24 hours.
For cross-country skiers looking for the fastest and smoothest trails, this information is invaluable. You can now literally ski behind the groomer on the freshest corduroy.
The specific program on the App is called XCY, and you’ll have to drop in and speak to the team at Falls Creek Cross Country to obtain log-in details. To make up the cost of the GPS tracker, there is a once-off $15 fee, and along with the App you’ll receive nightly emails detailing the groomer’s plans for the next 24 hours, to help you decide which direction you’ll head out first thing the next day.
It’s a great tool, and is all about helping cross-country skiers have the best possible time out on the High Plains. •
Mountain Film on Tour
After last year’s sensational showing Mountainfilm on Tour is returning to Falls Creek for the second time!
The 2018 Mountainfilm on Tour features
Hard Waste Collection
Fthe best short films from the annual Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. One word sets Mountainfilm apart from other tours – ‘heart!’
alls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday 26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief
Join us for a celebration of adventure, environment and the human spirit.
It has been a record year for visitation this summer and Resort Management would like to get your feedback on events, visitor demographic, mountain biking and general observations.
Mountainfilm is one of the world’s best mountain film festivals, featured in the 2017 Top 25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World by MovieMaker magazine. The festival has been held in May each year since 1979, with the best films then touring more than 150 locations around the world.
Therefore you are invited to join the relevant Resort Management personnel and other members of the community for a summer season debrief meeting.
This year’s films feature an awesome mix of short films featuring skiing, rafting, mountaineering, expedition travel, cultural and environmental stories. This is an event to inspire you to take on the world and experience all it has to offer.
This meeting will take place on Wednesday 26th April from 9:30am to around 11:30am in the Boardroom above Foodworks in QT.
Vale
Celebrating Kaya Chlopicki who Passed Away on Thursday 28th June, 2018. For the cost of a Cuppa, come and join us for a celebration of Kaya’s life, and also enjoy an ice-cream together which is something she delighted to do with her friends.
Where – Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre, Tennis Court Avenue. When - Friday 3rd August, at 11 am. All Welcome. Further details: Annette Barton, 166 Running Creek Rd. Running Creek, 3691 •
A Life to Remember
Wholefood café
Open 7:30am to 4:30pm. ‘Grab & Go’ Juice and Smoothie Bar Day Spa
- Open 8am to 8pm seven days by appointment.
Bookings: Mb: 0439 551 051 10 Slalom St, Falls Creek Lilli Pilli DAY SPA & TEA HOUSE
Hosted locally by Nick and Peter Rankin there will be two showings at 5pm and then again at 8pm at EasyEats Brewhouse, just below Gebi’s Apartments.
UKVRA presents…
LOCAL JP’s
These folk serve the needs of the community as Justices of the Peace.
If you have any specific agenda items, please email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. We look forward to seeing you all there. • for to saving To Village will 10am 3rd, Companies Bedding and and Suppliers, suppliers Prepare Visit details
BUSH GOTHIC
1st session: 5pm - 7pm. 2nd session: 8pm - 10pm.
Book online for either session at www. eventbrite.com.au/e/mountainfilm-on-tourfalls-creek-tickets-46707284746.
Sunday 28th May 5pm
Mount Beauty Information Centre Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles.
The evening will also feature some great give-aways and prizes. •
Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency Ph: 5754 4204
LOCAL RADIO
A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some wine and a light BBQ will be provided, but we ask that you bring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. • Trade Fair @ Falls Creek
They can be contacted on their mobiles normal business and family hours.
Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity
$25, $20 (members), $10 (students)
Alpine Radio 96.5 FM In the Kiewa Valley Alpine Radio 92.9 FM In the Ovens Valley Alpine Radio 94.5 FM In the Harrietville area
Emergency Services Broadcaster Mount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local news, snow reports and developing programs. Ph: 5754 4554
2017 LOCAL PASS
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Park your car in the secure car-park in Tawonga South and ride our comfortable warm coach to Falls Creek!
All orders in by Sunday 30th April.
5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty Phone: 5754 1270
The Good News… Refuse and Recycling
Falls Creek is one of the first resorts to recycle organic matter! We recycle:-
• Cardboard – baled and sold for re-manufacture.
• Co-mingles – plastic, glass and paper – in the clear plastic bags with the RED print.
8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments 24 hours for emergencies Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.
For further information contact: Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L Ph: 03 5758 1000
*Conditions apply
Daily departures from Melbourne, Albury and Mount Beauty will have you on the slopes sooner – without the fuss!! Kiewa
• Organics – anything that has ever lived – food, paper, oyster shells, bones – in the clear plastic bags with the GREEN print – all sent to be composted.
Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
Falls Creek Garbage is collected seven days a week during winter. If you require supplies of bags, have a question, or see a problem, Phone us on: Mb: 0437 306 799
YOUR LOCAL PRACTICESUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY!
Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.
CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
New Babies at Falls Creek
Is there such thing as a new baby? I’ll let that sit for a bit. This week (and for next week too) I spoke to Mount Beauty’s latest family and prominent XC ski duo Robert Jones and Jess Millett-Riley. These two had their first child a few of weeks ago. Their responses were so well put together that I think it is better to leave as is.
TW: “I understand you are a new father, who is the child?”
Rob: “The beast of burden (eg our daughter) is Saskia Madeleine Jones, born only three weeks ago.”
TW: “How has the first stage of parenting been on your elite sleep cycle and performance?” Rob: “Although I have been getting a bit less sleep, the rigours of parenthood are nothing for me compared to Saskia’s lovely mother as I am in no position to be able to feed her. In saying that, I have noticed my racing performance has
dropped slightly from average to sub-par.”
TW: “Is getting out for a ski like an escape?”
Rob: “No, I am always keen to get home and spend time with Saskia and Jess. I guess I am just lucky to have skiing as my job.”
TW: “How do you find the time to go skiing?
Rob: “Well the above answer sure answers that, but I have managed to sneak in the odd race and interval session whenever I can. I need to ensure that the dad-bod doesn’t hit me too early in my fatherly life.”
TW: “Jess, when will you take the baby in the baby ski pram?
Jess: “Well it is recommended for babies not to be in the ‘pulk’ until they are at least nine months old. But in saying that, hopefully by late August, early September Saskia and I can go out and enjoy a ski together.
TW: “What age is the right age for the baby to start skiing themselves?”
Rob: “Well in my coach’s mind, Saskia should first get a little slide perhaps in her second year of life, but maybe by 3-4 years old she can get out there on her own steamat least for a few hundred meters at a time.”
TW: “Hypothetically would you be able to be a full time athlete as well as father?
Rob: “I think it is possible, but I also think it would be pretty tough, not only on me, but on the whole family. Looking and seeing how some mothers on the World Cup do it (Kikkan Randall and Marit Bjorgen), I now have an incredibly new appreciation for their work ethic.”
TW: “Do you think it would be cool to set the baby on track to be a ski superstar?
Rob: “Well of course! You will see Saskia
Welcome to 2038 Olympian, Saskia Madeleine Jones. Pic – Courtesy the family.
on the podium at the 2038 Olympics! But really, Jess and I just hope that Saskia can have the opportunity to experience the joy of skiing and be part of an amazing community, no matter her goals or performance.”
TW: “Do you speak any other languages at home with the child and hope she learns?”
Rob: “No, my language skills are limited to rudimentary English. I would love to expose Saskia to another language as I think it is an amazing asset to have. Of course she will learn some of the key Norwegian basics, such as Heia and Jaevla bra.”
TW: “Jess, how has the birth of a child impacted your ski technique?
Jess: “Too early to tell, but despite the loss of core strength, if I can give birth, I am sure that I can put myself into the pain cave even deeper in the Hoppet now.”
TW: “What’s the funniest/cutest thing Saskia has done so far?”
Rob: “Saskia is a bit of a methane machine, so funniest would have to be her farts, but the cutest thing is when she stretches after waking up.”
TW: “Have you baby-proofed the house yet?
Jess: “No, as Saskia is going to need to learn to harden up and learn fast! But really, at this stage in life, she is more similar to a potato than a human.”
TW: “For both, how would you rate Mount Beauty as a place to raise a family?”
Jess & Rob: “Easily a 10/10. Amazingly clean air, best skiing in Australia, beautiful mountains and a fantastic community. Really, it is amazing there aren’t more people moving here!”
CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
Race Reports from last weekend
Last weekend we had two pretty major championships. There was the Victorian Junior Champs which were held here at Falls Creek and the Australian Senior Nationals Championships which were held in Perisher Valley.
Perisher played host to a competitive field across two days of Nationals Champs racing. In the Sprint event on Saturday, Dual Olympian Phil Bellingham defended his 2017 sprint title with the win ahead of Callum Watson and Seve de Campo. American Chelsea Moore took out the women’s sprint event ahead of Kat Paul and Darcie Morton.
The 10km and 15km events on the Sunday were won by in-form Callum Watson ahead of coach Valerio Leccardi racing for Switzerland and Phil Bellingham in third place.
Barbara Jezersek competed on Sunday and she destroyed with an emphatic win. Ella Jackson made second place with a good ski ahead of Pheobe Cridland.
In the Vic Junior Champs, in the Sprint on Saturday, Leila Pammer won the U20 women’s title, with Lucas Rumberg taking out the men’s. John Mordes and Lily Murnane won the U16, Elle Sankey and Jayden Spring won the U14, and Rosie Franzke and Isaac Spring both won the U12 categories.
The Sunday was the distance event. The U20 7.5km was won by Liam Flanagan and the U20 5km women’s event was won by Leila Pammer. John Mordes won the 5km boys and Lily Murnane won the 3.5km women’s - both for U16 age group. Jayden Spring, Gabrielle Baines were the winners for the U14 distance which was 2.5km and Eli Spring and Isaac Spring won the 1km event for U12 skiers. • Seve de Campo
FALL LINES Congratulations Jim Gargan
The local Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club was formed in September 1977. It is a small but very active and progressive club located in Mount Beauty. Since 1977 it has conducted many activities and programs for its members and other cross country skiers centred on the Falls Creek Ski Resort, Alpine National Park and the Bogong High Plains. Its members and local volunteers annually run the Kangaroo Hoppet — an international cross country Worldloppet event.
Last Thursday, at the club’s mid-season dinner at Roi’s Diner, the club had much pleasure in inducting its 13th life member – Jim Gargan.
The Official Citation for Jim read: General Committee member for 18 years; President for three years (2008-2010); Treasurer for six years (1999-2004); Minute Secretary (2006); Membership Secretary for many years; Search & Rescue Member for many years including Field Officer; Junior Program development and coordinator for many years; Club Race Committee member and Race Day Official for many years; Hoppet Race Committee member including Volunteer and Transport Coordinators; Club delegate to State Cross Country Committees - VSAXCC and then SXCV; Qualified National Technical Delegate with Skiing Australia; Work with disabled Skiers Association; Announcing and prosecuting new ideas – and last, but not least, Jim is a quiet achiever, is reliable,
WHAT’S ON – JULY
27th Wombats Rambler Night Race from 5pm on Wombats Ramble. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
27th Friday Night Karaoke @ Zak’s Wine Bar (Allamar Motel) from 7:30pm. All Welcome. Mb: 0403 163 622
28th TDFNL Rd15. Barnawartha V Dederang Mount Beauty.
28th Champagne Club SNOW BALL – a Black Tie Mid-Winter Ball – from 8am at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. Theme – B&W Masquerade. Tickets at Eventbrite.com
29th Bridal Show – in the Function Room at West Peak Hotel. 1pm – 4pm. Involving all of the businesses that will make your wedding in this area a great success. Ph: 0407 797 228. 29th MountainFilm on Tour. Easy Eats Brew House, 1 Bogong High Plains Road. Two Sessions: 1st Session: 5pm – 7pm. 2nd Session: 8pm – 10pm. Great Give-Aways. 30th - 2nd Aug Australian Police Winter Games. Ski Racing, Skier Cross and Boarder Cross. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
WHAT’S ON – AUGUST
2nd Falls Creek fabulous Summit Night Show Spectacular. From 7:30pm on the Summit – features skiing/boarding and equipment demos and a fabulous fireworks display. Ph: 03 5758 1000.
4th Mount Beauty Community Market 9am – 1pm Top end of Hollonds Street and Kiewa Cres. For further info, or to book a stall, phone Bev. 03 5754 4097.
4th TDFNL Rd 16. Dederang Mount Beauty V Beechworth.
5th Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series 3. 11am in the Nordic Bowl.
Ph: Lynn-Maree 0409 592 226.
4th & 5th Falls Creek Sled Dog Classic. A fabulous dog sled event around the village. Ph: 03 5758 1200
8th – 10th Aus Secondary Schools Ski Teams Championships XC.
PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:
9th Falls Creek fabulous Summit Night Show Spectacular. From 7:30pm on the Summit – features skiing/boarding and equipment demos and a fabulous fireworks display. Ph: 03 5758 1000.
9th Regular Monthly meeting of the Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association. 7:30pm at the Auditorium beside the Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre. All Welcome. For more information please Email: info@ukvcommunity.org.au.
10th Board Lounge Throwdown – Fantastic Rail Jam under Lights in Slalom Plaza.
Ph: 03 5758 1026.
11th Regular monthly meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am. Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.
11th TDFNL Rd17. Yackandandah V Dederang MB
Ed 09 * 03.08.18 * Falls Creek Sled Dog Classic. Board Lounge Throwdown. ASSSTC. (C)
Ed 10 * 10.08.18 * Ski de Femme; Rocky Valley Rush/Sun Valley Ramble. Plus the BLT. (C)
Ed 11 * 17.08.18 * Australian Open XC Championships. Falls Creek XC Night Sprints. (C)
Ed 12 * 24.08.18 * Kangaroo Hoppet, Australian Birkebeiner and Joey Hoppet. (C)
DISTRIBUTION: • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club, club lodges and apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga and Dederang, plus the RMB’s between Dederang and Tawonga and selected venues in Bright and Myrtleford.
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consistent and “nothing’s too difficult!) Jim was nominated by Paul L’Huillier and seconded by Brian Keeble. •
kencbell@bigpond.net.au
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BNSC club member, Jim Gargan is presented with his Life Membership by life member, Brian Keeble. Pic – Paul L’Huillier
FALL LINES
Michelin Star chef Toby Burrowes
The team at Astra Lodge are always striving to deliver the best experience possible. Because of this, Astra has been named Australia Best Boutique hotel two years in a row and is now nominated for a 3rd year.
Last winter, Astra re-introduced chef Toby Burrowes to Falls creek. Burrowes, currently 27 years of age, spent some of his formative years in Falls Creek from the age of 18 and from there has catapulted his skill level and career. Burrows currently resides and works in London where is has very fast gained a name for himself.
Under acclaimed British chef Phil Howard’s stewardship, Burrowes has been appointed to captain the team at Elystan Street restaurant. The successful teaming of Burrowes and Howard has lead the restaurant to achieve - in just over a year of trading - a Michelin Star in the 2018 Michelin UK & Ireland Guide; the AA Restaurant of the Year in London 2018, three AA Rosettes in the AA Restaurant Guide 2018, and Square Meal’s Award for Best New Restaurant 2016. In addition to this, Toby has been included in Code Hospitality Magazine’s annual ‘30 under 30.’
MISSING BOOK
A copy of Dr. Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis on the Bogong High Plains was left in the care of Bill and Yvonne Sutton. It has been lent to some-one and not returned. If any knows anything please touch base with Bill or phone Ken Bell on 0400 350 488.
FOR SALE – SNOWMOBILE
Red BRP V800. New Condition, 1,100kms, regularly serviced, many options. $7795 Ph: 0447 583 255. FOR HIRE
Three Tonne Tipper and mini Excavator. Ph: 0427 942 171.
ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS
Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs. Services include hems & complete design solutions.
ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE
Frueauf Village, (below Milch Café) Ground Fl, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St, Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 3766. Em: fallscreek@altitudephysiotherapy.com.au. Wb: www.altitudephysiotherapy.com.au
BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE
Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125.
BUILDING & ELECTRICAL
Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879.
CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL
Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Ph: 03 5754 4395. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au
COMPUTERS & SERVICE
Custom built computers, Upgrades, parts, laptops, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery, back-ups. Ph: Michal Trnka 5754 4637 or Mb: 0417 163 601
In August last year, Toby’s guest appearance saw him very quickly making a name for himself around the resort, selling out Astra restaurant each night for two weeks. For Astra proprietors Seumas Dawes & Rosy Seaton, the offer to have him back to showcase his skills was received with a very quick yes! Toby’s plan for his secondment from Elystan Street to Astra is to compliment the amazing work of Astra’s
CLASSIFIEDS
FOR SALE
RM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with added rubber protective sole. Almost brand new. Size 9 G. Retail $309.95 will sell for $200. Ph: 0400 350 488.
FOR SALE
Super King sized Supreme Quilts Doona, Baffle Box stitched, Four blanket warmth, Hungarian goose down. Brand new, never been used. $390. Ph: 0400 350 488
HOUSE TO RENT
Three bedroom, massive master bedroom, large bathroom, R/C heating and cooling, quite location, huge yard,
DRIVING INSTRUCTION
Summit Driver Training. Tawonga based driving instruction and re-assessment. Ph Craig 0427 722 287.
ELECTRICAL
All Electrical Services. Ph: Rick 0418 698 491. Reg No: 7923.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Altitude Electrical - no job too big or small. Domestic, commercial & industrial. Contact Ben Svarc 0419 801 109.
FREIGHT - ALB - MTB - FALLS CREEK
Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty & Falls Creek Mon to Fri Incl. 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 & evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.
LD’S HOME PET CARE Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 5754 1695.
head chef Janis Mallet and showcase the variety of offerings of the local North East Victoria area.
To experience Toby and Janis’ incredible culinary work, the duo will be serving at Astra Restaurant from July 31st to 9th of August and bookings can be made by calling 03 5758 3496. •
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 Physiotherapy. 5A Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270.
PLUMBING & GASFITTING
David Batson – Servicing Mount Beauty, Tawonga and beyond. No job too big or small! Domestic, commercial or industrial. Ph: 0488 552 239
REMEDIAL MASSAGE/NATUROPATH
38 St Bernard Dv, Tawonga Sth. Ph: 0419 519 275.
STORAGE
Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units. Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.com
TAXI & 4WD SERVICE
Mt Beauty Taxi Service. Covers Falls Creek & Albury. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 13 10 08.
gardener and water included. $275 per week. Existing tenant needs to break the lease for personal reasons. Contact Alpine Valley Real Estate Ph: 03 5754 4999 NEW MOUNTAIN STAFF
Do you need linen, TV, or a bedside table, call in to the Hospital Op Shop, 1A Tawonga Crescent. Another option for clothing is the Uniting Church Op Shop on Hollonds Street. Ph: 0419 615 732.
Michelin Star chef, Toby Burrowes. Pic – Courtesy Astra
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Snow Ski 40
Snow Ski Apartment 40 is a single level fully self-contained two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. This apartment is spacious and has fantastic views of the ski runs and Summit area from the light open plan living area and private balcony. This apartment has been recently refurbished.
True ski-in ski-out Snow Ski Apartments offer the ideal location in Falls Creek. Being in the heart of the Village Bowl, this complex is next to major ski lifts, (the Gully Chair from the car-park, Summit Chair and the new Eagle Express), ski hires, ski shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and a lift ticket office. This apartment boasts spectacular vistas of the snowfields and bowl area.
Apartment 40 features quality furnishings and a well-appointed kitchen, large open plan living and dining area, good sized laundry and drying cupboard plus a very large ski locker and owner lock away storage area (approx. 3m x 6m with fridges, wine racks, ski storage areas).
This apartment is HUGE for a two bedroom unit and has very easy to access with minimal stairs and a stunning view makes this apartment a must to inspect. The configuration of this apartment is one queen bed & four singles (two bunks) and two bathrooms.
In the summer months, (we describe as everything not winter), the location can be easily accessed by car with adequate parking out front or nearby.
While the quality of your enjoyment of Falls Creek as a winter resort is undoubted, it is the growing suite of summer activities that adds untold value to a purchase in the village.
Over the last decade, much work has gone into developing and securing summer trade. The resort now boasts in excess of 40km of mountain bike trails – with some being accessed from the Village Bowl. Add to these the many kilometres of aqueducts and management vehicle tracks and your exploring, whether on foot, on a horse or on your bike is endless. The Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing is an iconic Australian walk of international standard being promoted by Parks Victoria.
The afore-mentioned suite of summer activities includes the Alpine Challenge, the Mile High Dragon Boats, the Bicycle Network Peaks Challenge Falls Creek, the Easter Festival as well as regular mountain bike shuttles.
With all this to attract a buyer, this property should not remain on the market for very long. At only $400,000 you should book an inspection today. Contact Christa Zirknitzer, Zirky Real Estate, Mb: 0402 277 808. •
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An ideal location, with a large living area and great views of the slopes. Pics – Courtesy the Agent