• Top: The She Shreds girls enjoyed the Nitro weekend! Pic –Sean Radich.
• Left: Winning female Babara Jezersek on Heathy Spur. Pic - Ken Bell
• Right: Valerio and Phil dueling on Heathy Spur! Pic - Ken Bell
FROM THE CEO
Spring Skiing, Father’s Day plus Freshies…
What a trifecta, does it get any better? Well, at least at the time of writing I can rely on Spring skiing, Sunday 2nd of September being Father’s Day and, if we get some freshies, that will be a bonus.
This weekend’s forecast is certainly looking promising, with most weather aficionados predicting up to 40cm of the fresh stuff. So, fingers crossed the weekend is looking like a ripper and we’ll be able to report on 2018 being the 3rd best season, snow depth wise, in the last 30 years.
Skiing in September is one of the best times to visit any mountain. The snow is at or just hit peak levels, the sun usually shines more
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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 • Car Parking
Snow Clearing
Waste Management
Water Supply
Visitor Information Services
than not, the crowds can be a little less, lift lines move even more swiftly, the kids get to experience cracking conditions and won’t complain about the sunshine, and more importantly, anytime is après time! If you’re lucky enough to be reading this in resort… nice work!
In any case, this group of groms then applied themselves to the moguls, giant slalom, skier cross, boarder cross and GS boarding… with many of the team competing across all the disciplines.
2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES
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.
This week, I’m doing a special call out to the Falls Creek Primary School kids, teachers and parent volunteers. Their HUGE victory at the Victorian Interschool Championships will go down in Falls Creek folk law.
A crack squad of 14 little superstars and future Olympians (no pressure… but history suggests we know how to produce them) took on the might of teams up to five times bigger than them and resourced with coaches, ski technicians and possibly a few overzealous parents… none of which distracted our determined and talented team.
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 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.
Heading into the Alpine Championships with the Cross Country Cup secured and already back on the shelf (after a quick polish), a strong 20 something point lead provided a ‘buffer’ for the Alpine team. Not surprisingly, given the size of the school, the two teams, XC and Alpine are pretty much all the same kids!
Quality over quantity, preparation and training, aided by the schools Snowsports program and supplemented by many of the athletes being members of the Falls Creek Race Club, ensured podium appearances and medal ceremonies had Falls Creek front and centre. As the quote says, ‘Champions do not become champions when they win the event - rather in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely the demonstration of their championship character.’
On the last day of competition, the tension was high, with the Alpine Cup all but secured thanks to the amazing performance of the team in the events during the week, it all now hinged on the snowboard teams. Talk about ‘pressure makes diamonds’… cue Eminem’s ‘Lose Yourself’ song, or at least the chorus.
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
Nervous parents and an even more nervous school Principal were glued to the
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.
Please try to allow 24hours notice.
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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
Accommodation Transfer
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
Snowski Apartments
Under Five: Free Luggage 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.
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Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.
Cedarwood Apartments
Service
Viking Lodge
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 will not be permitted into the village during this period. Falls Creek Resort Management
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
Enquiries: Ph: 03 5758 1200
BE Foodstore
Open for dining and
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Sunday: activation.
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Snowracer app collating and tallying results throughout the day (yours truly didn’t get much work done that afternoon either, with the results page on the ‘Inters’ website open at all times).
That night at the final presentation ceremony, after all the other medals were handed out, a triumphant Falls Creek Primary took the podium to hoist the Alpine Cup up high and return it to its rightful place… Falls Creek Primary School.
Both trophies are back in their places, proudly displayed on show at the Falls Creek Primary School… along with a heap of very happy kids and school teachers!
Great work guys, you’ve made us all very proud. What an achievement! It’s now on to the Nationals at Perisher (no pressure).
Just thinking about all that competition is enough to make you hungry, so…
Foodie Tip of the Week is Feathertop Lodge. If you’re after variety, they’ve got it. They have different nightly specials catering to every culinary need. Off the menu too, I’ve tried a few dishes. My favs are the Fried Broccoli with Curry Mayo and Salted Ricotta, Scallop Rockefeller and the Smoked Ham Hock Croquettes. For mains, truly, they are all outstanding, but the must eat
is the Slow Cooked and Pressed Lamb Shoulder on the Cheesy Polenta, Garlic Fried Peas, Smoked Ham Hock and Red Wine Jus. Their wine list has a great regional selection - anything from “Ladies who shoot their lunch” is worth matching to the food.
Happy Father’s Day to all who can celebrate - otherwise get out there and lay some tracks.
Disclaimer: The author is a proud dad of a Falls Creek Primary School student. •
Stuart Smythe, CEO
Falls Creek Resort Management
PS: The Falls Creek Primary School boys team also won the Joey Hoppet Primary School Trophy, the girls trophy went to Mount Beauty Primary School team. •
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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!
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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, Learn to Board and Coffee Club
Lexie Grayling, Evie Armitage and Jacinta Jansen with XC Champion Primary School Trophy
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Members Sit Ski Camp
The DWA Sit Ski Camp was a one of firsts for DWA last weekend. Grant - who grew up skiing but had never been on a sit ski until the weekend - took up the challenge and mastered a mono sit ski over the weekend, something which is rare in the sit ski world.
Tony was next on a dual sit ski and running independently with his guide Phil and snowboarding friend Trent down Main Street on Saturday and Sunday.
Glen went onto the dual sit ski and worked on initiating his turns and tethering for speed control through a variety of different terrains. In the background - biding their time - DWA had the two speed demons Renee (middle name ‘Faster’) and Laurence signalling more was expected on every run. The decision was then made that on Sunday we would try a different challenge and combine a new skill with fun.
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$65 three course meal per father!
The new skill was to utilise a drag lift ‘Poma’ with a sit ski. What you say “not possible!” Falls Creek Ski Lifts lead the way and took up the challenge - assisting the DWA Sit Ski Camp by working with the DWA team on Monkey Bar and attaching sit skis to a poma. With a few quick calls to the lift operation supervisors and then continued assistance from the Monkey Bar lift operators Lachie and Raymond, DWA where given the OK to proceed. The process is not new to Falls Creek, but it is an option not tried for several years at the resort. There were a few missed pomas but after Kylie and Jeff from DWA gained experience with D-Man from the Falls Creek Ski School, all sit skis started to climb up Monkey Bar and then detached safely and they were ready to go. Excitement continued as both sit skis moved into the starting position at the top of Monkey Bar. It was then that the friendly race between the two DWA sit ski participants Laurence and Renee began! It was a close finish as the video link shows with the outcome going to Laurence just winning the race by a ski tip.
Not many skiers or riders have ever seen sit skis on a poma in Australia or overseas and this caused several onlookers to stare in wonder and amazement at how sit skis can utilise a drag lift. The sit ski has an extra tether strap, about 3 metres long attached to the bucket at the outside of the knees on both sides. As the Poma passes, the guide or skier grabs the platter for a second then loops the tether around the platter. At the top the guide or skier dismounts by pulling on a quick release shackle where the tether attaches to the right side of the bucket. Finally, the guide or skier gathers back the tether loop and bundles it under their jacket, so that it doesn’t get in the way while skiing. It was a great weekend of firsts for DWA participants who once again gave their all and tested and pushed themselves to their limits. A huge thanks must go to Falls Creek Lift Company and Falls Creek Ski School for their continued support of DWA and the acceptance of adapting to the challenges DWA present. • Ken Payne
Laurence and Renee with D-Man and Jeff after the race down Playgound after riding the Monkey Bar Poma. Pic – Courtesy DWA.
What a Season
Well what a season to date! Hitting the two metre mark on Sunday 19th August makes 2018 only one of four seasons out of the last 31 years that there’s been so much snow on the ground at this time.
Last year was certainly one for the record books, and looks like this one will be too – back to back! With more snow on the horizon for the end of winter, looking ahead, Spring conditions are going to be spectacular!
We’re tried lots of new things to excite our new and returning guests this season, focusing on enhancing the visitor experience to keep holiday-makers coming back.
From Nickelodeon school holiday fun to FIS racing and everything in between, Mother Nature has been smiling down on us too with over 340cms of the white stuff falling down so far.
We’re launching our annual HERO PASS on September 1st and plan on painting the resort purple!
Holding last year’s prices, the hero pass is great value – only $799 for adults and $459 for kids and seniors, you’re in front if you ski more than six days in a season!
Super ‘Hero Pass’ Saturday will celebrate the launch, where our whole team will dress up to excite guests and get them thinking about next season, right when they’re carving it up on a two metre plus base!
For only a $99 deposit, guests can lock in the best prices, and the benefits are even better for next year.
Hero Pass holders will receive:
• Unlimited access to 770 hectares of terrain and 158 runs – Hero pass is the only Australian pass that allows access to two resorts – Falls Creek and Mt. Hotham.
• 15% of retail stores including alp, Home Base, Base One, Base Two, The Peak, Snowzone and The Board Lounge, as well as some retail stores at Mt. Hotham.
• 20% off any adult group lessons (18+ years old) at Falls Creek Snowsports School.
• Complementary night skiing Wednesdays and Saturdays, weather permitting.
• One day pass free for Hero Pass guest.
• One day free hire for guest of Hero Pass holders.
• Free snow tubing.
For those passionate skiers and boarders who love to travel to overseas resorts, there are benefits at our resort partners in
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Canada, US and Japan including lift ticket discounts.
In addition, being a Hero Pass holder also entitles 50% off full price admissions at any Aus and NZ Merlin attractions – including the Melbourne and Sydney attractions, great for the whole family!
We’re thrilled to also announce that for the 2019 Hero Pass holders at Falls Creek will also receive some great ‘in-resort’ offers. A big shout out to the teams at Milch, JB’s, Attunga, Dicky Knees, Blue Brumby and Snonuts for getting on board!
Enhancing the guest experience wherever we can! Enjoy the conditions out there! • Sharon Raguse, GM Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L
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Father’s Day! Dad gets a complimentary Marzbar Cheese Cake at Lunch - and at dinner a complimentary Peroni!
We are open from 7am to 11pm. Bookings: 03 5758 3673
The biggest and the best Bacon& Egg Toastie with coffee From 7am to 11am. Full breakfast menu also available.
Daily special available from 11:30am
Full a la carte menu also available
BIRD DINNER KIDS $18.50 ADULTS
Daily special available from 4:30pm to 6:15pm. Full a la carte menu also available
Full a la carte menu with vegetarian, gluten free and children’s options. Summit Ridge Restaurant Open fire w stone hearth & comfy couches! Finalist: Best Restaurant 2017 Contemporary Australian – Victorian Regional –Restaurant & Catering Awards. Schuss Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: K3 Ph: 03 5758 3800. Try our Degustation Menu… 9 Course w matching wines - $175
LIGHT THE NIGHT
For The Leukaemia Foundation
Right now, more than 60,000 Australians are living with a cancer or related disorders.
More research into understanding the causes, better treatments and cure for blood cancer is urgently needed.
The Leukaemia Foundation hosts ‘Light The Night’ events to bring awareness to the plight of these brave sufferers and raise funds for services and support to help them beat this devastating disease. This Saturday September 1st Falls Creek will host its 5th official ‘Light The Night’ event with a touching lantern ski down Wombats Ramble (Australia’s longest green ski run).
By purchasing and carrying a lantern, Falls Creek staff, locals and visitors alike will pay tribute to those currently battling or have fallen to the disease. Over $13,000 has been cumulatively raised through donations and lantern purchases since the first event in 2014 and organisers hope to break the $18,000 mark in 2018.
Resort Management Marketing Manager, Jo Prothero, says “It’s incredible to do our bit in supporting the foundation with their efforts. Even if it is just a donation of $5, every little bit helps and goes towards helping those who really need it.”
“The lantern ski in itself is a sight to see with over 150 skiers and snowboarders snaking down Wombats Ramble under lights, holding their lanterns high. Being a part of the group and seeing the different colours of lanterns for those supporting, remembering or currently suffering is quite
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an emotional experience and one that the participants I’m sure will not forget.”
Those wishing to participate can purchase a lantern at the Visitor Information Centre in Slalom Plaza from midday on Saturday, 1st September. Lantern holders are given a free ride up the Halley’s Comet Chair at 5:45pm ready for the group ski down at 6pm. Those wishing to support from afar can do so by making a donation at lightthenight.org.au/event/falls-creek or the event page at fallscreek.com.au
Event Schedule
An exciting new leisure experience at the top of the mountain!
Open Seven Days - 5pm ‘til Late! Dinner: 5pm - late!
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• 12:30pm - Lanterns for sale or collection from Slalom Plaza.
• 5:45pm - The event begins in Slalom Plaza.
• 6.00pm – Lift upload for Lantern raising ceremony and ski down Wombats Ramble. Every lantern purchase includes a single ride up Halley’s Comet to Cloud 9. •
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Father’s Day special: Dads receive a free Brazen Brownie with each coffee purchase!
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Friday 31st: The Man Trivia - $600 in prizes!! PLUS: Smoke Stack Rhino playing Live!!!
Saturdays – Nitro Sunset Après session on the Cloud 9 Balcony. 4pm onwards. Last lifts at 4:45pm! Wood-fired Rotisserie, Deli and kitchen providing:
• Café & Deli selections
• Bistro meals
• Wood Fire Pizza
• Waffle delights
Ph: 03 5711 9109
At the top of Halley’s Comet Chairlift Open Daily: 8:30am to 5pm.
Saturday 1st: Ski Patrol Fundraiser Supported by GILSON and SATL Apparel.
Sunday 2nd: Foozball Competition $50 Bar Tab up for grabs!
Monday 3rd: Jug Night – The Fabulous TOGA Party!! – from 9pm.
Tuesday 4th: Falls Creek Darts Comp! Rnd 11 – from 7:30pm
Thursday 6th: Poker – from 8pm Friday 7th: Trivia Night!
Take Away Liquor & Meals available. facebook.com/ TheManHotel-FallsCreek www.themanfallscreek com
Ph: 03 5758 3362 Village Central • Map Ref: I4
New Frying Pan…
• Rustic, industrial and chic.
• Bar and grill in the heart of Falls Creek’s famous Village Bowl.
• FRIDAY – $10 Cocktails!
• SATURDAY – DJ FVLL Switch and Mystery Machine on stage!
• SUNDAY – FREE Pint of beer & shot of fireball for Fathers!
• MONDAY - $20 burger and beer special!
• TUESDAY - $5 tacos & $10 margaritas!
• WEDNESDAY – Trivia with Sammy from 6pm. $1 chicken wings, $10 pints!
• THURSDAY - The Rudi Pendle Cup on The Summit followed by DJ Mystery Machine on stage!
A fabulous worthy cause, Light The Night for the Leukaemia Foundation. Pic - Chris Hocking Falls
Nitro Good Times
Falls Creek just experienced the Nitro Takeover as the international team descended on the resort to conduct their ‘Good Times’ weekends and shoot for their international catalogue.
It was quite the spectacle to see with team riders, Marcus Kleveland, Sam Taxwood, Torgier Bergman, Elias Eldhart, Sven Thorgren, Christy Prior and Zoi SadowskiSynnott all in attendance.
The team were blessed with some of the best powder, rivalling that of even our Japanese counterparts, then sunshine and a perfectly manicured park to showcase these absolute legends of our sport.
Thursday night saw the entire team make a guest appearance at the last Night Show of the season, much to everyone’s delight. There were more backflips than could be counted on one hand! Parties at Stingray were held so everyone got to meet their snowboard hero’s. It was Good Times all round!
She Shreds Event
The girl gang was assembled with Nitro Team rider Christy Prior at the helm and
the crew took some laps around the hill and shot some incredible photos with Sean ‘Radman’ Radich. Stoke levels were high as the girls got to not only ride with Christy but also see how a professional photo shoot was conducted. Lots of communication is required between the riders and photographers, and cooperation with the weather was paramount but we got the shot! •
Sue Wharekawa (She Shreds Community)
This Weekend’s BIG!
We have a big weekend coming up in events, with ‘Storm the Castle’ on Saturday 1st and the Bandwagon Banked Slalom on Sunday 2nd of September! Storm the Castle is Falls Creeks Biggest Slopestyle event, This annual contest provides freestyle athletes the opportunity to jump and jib their way to $500 for first place plus a bar tab and huge gear give away’ s. This popular spectator event draws a huge crowd that is followed by the presentation ceremony and a jumping after party hosted by QT Stingray Lounge. The event can be accessed via runs over to Ruined Castle on your board or ski’s,
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or if the runs look a little ‘narly’ for you, by seeing the friendly Lift Attendants at the top of Scott’s Chair to download and then walk across to the event.
Following Storm the Castle on the Sunday we will have the famous Bandwagon Banked Slalom! The terrain park boys have been scouting out an exciting new location for this year so keep your eyes peeled and be the first to figure out where it will be! There will be berms, jumps, bumps and spills galore as our competitive bunch race down the course, a very exciting event for all to watch. Make sure you register for both events nice and early to avoid late fees. https://www.skifalls.com.au/events. • Mimi Bennett
to Winter 2018!
From 10am
For relaxed long lunches, exceptional dinners, coffee, snacks and drinks!
Plus, we have a great balcony to enjoy the action in Slalom Plaza! Every Day Specials Large Pizza & Dry long neck beer - $35
Saturdays & Wednesdays $15 Pizza & Beer For Menu and further info, visit: www.snowlands.com/thelasthoot Slalom Plaza (opp Halley’s Comet) Ph: 03 5758 3088 Map Ref: F3
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Slalom Plaza (start of the bike trails) Ph: 03 5758 3088
2018 KANGAROO HOPPET
Another Fantastic Event
The 2018 Australian winter has been amazing for many reasons - and it was no exception for the 28th Kangaroo Hoppet at Falls Creek last Saturday. Over 1,000 skiers from 24 countries took part in what is the largest international ski event in the southern hemisphere. In the 42km premier event 2018 Winter Olympian Barbara Jezeršek from Sydney made it back to back Hoppet victories, while Swiss national and Mount Beauty local Valerio Leccardi won his 4th Hoppet in nine years.
The Kangaroo Hoppet is the Australian leg of the Worldloppet series of international ski marathons, which encompasses 20 events from 20 countries across the world.
Steady snowfalls in recent weeks have seen the Falls Creek snow base exceed two metres, while recent sunny days and cold nights made for well packed ski tracks and great racing conditions across the stunning Bogong High Plains.
The current Australian national team coach (and husband of former Hoppet winner and three-time Winter Olympian Esther Bottomley), Leccardi won ahead of twotime Winter Olympians Phillip Bellingham from Mount Beauty and Callum Watson from Sydney. Joining Jezeršek on the women’s podium were Aurélie Dabudyk from France and Cambria McDermott from the USA - both of whom who have been ski instructing and coaching at Falls Creek throughout the winter.
Jezeršek, Dabudyk and McDermott broke away from the rest of the women’s field early on, until Jezersek put her foot down up ‘The Paralyser’ onto the Bogong High Plains and skied away solo. Dabudyk and McDermott also skied most of the rest of the race by themselves. Jezeršek won her first Hoppet in 2017 after becoming an Australian citizen in late 2016. At the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics Jezeršek and team-mate Jessica Yeaton achieved Australia’s best cross country skiing result12th in the Team Sprint event.
In the men’s event a pack of six formed early on, before Watson picked up the pace and dropped all but Leccardi and Bellingham. However the effort took its toll and Watson was the next to lose contact at the front. Leccardi made a decisive move away from Bellingham as they returned from Sun Valley the second time, and finished strongly for his first Hoppet victory since 2015.
In the 21km Australian Birkebeiner event the female and male winners were Darcie
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Morton and Nic Blackwell, while Zana Evans and Hugo Hinckfuss won the 7km Joey Hoppet.
Quote from Valerio- “so happy to win my fourth title. It was a tough race but my skis were excellent and the tactics were good for me today. I’m very happy to have a new family and my fourth Hoppet win.”
Quote from Phil- “it’s tough to be second again but I gave it all out on the course. The pace was good and Valerio made some very strong moves. Hopefully I’ll go better next year.”
Quote from Barbara – “I am very happy for another victory. I felt good today and could use my strength on the course. The track was perfect and I am so happy for another win.”
Kangaroo Hoppet 42km
Men
1. Valerio Leccardi SUI
2. Phil Bellingham AUS
3. Callum Watson AUS
4. Ole Jacob Forsmo NOR
5. Mark Pollock AUS
6. Liam Burton AUS
7. Cameron Morton AUS
8. Seve de Campo AUS
9. Nick Montgomery AUS
10. Michael Brennan AUS
Women
1. Barbara Jezersek AUS
2. Aurélie Dabudyk FRA
3. Cambria McDermott USA
4. Iris Pessey FRA
5. Casey Wright AUS
6. Jillian Coleburn AUS
7. Esther Leccardi AUS
8. Sarah Slattery AUS
9. Aimee Watson AUS
10. Katerina Paul AUS
1. Nick Blackwell AUS
2. Cooper Anderson USA
3. Declan Burke AUS
Women
1. Darcie Morton AUS
2. Tuva Bygrave AUS
3. Brianna Oldis AUS
Joey Hoppet 7km
Men
1. Hugo Hinckfuss AUS
2. Patrick Manning AUS
3. Tommi Silvester AUS
Women
1. Zana Evans AUS
2. Leila Pammer AUS
3. Chloe Hinckfuss AUS. •
AGL Energy Scholarships at the Hoppet
A highlight of the Kangaroo Hoppet for junior and U23 skiers are six AGL Energy Scholarships valued at $500 each. These are awarded to the first U18 and U14 in the 7km Joey Hoppet, first U23 in the 21km, with a further two $500 awards to the first Australians in the 42km main event.
Mount Beauty skiers Phil Bellingham and Nick Blackwell received awards in the men’s 42km and 21km categories. Also receiving awards were Barbara Jezersek and Hugo Hinckfuss from Sydney, Darcie Morton (Marlo), Zana Evans (Jindabyne), Jayden Spring (Kew), and Heli Laajoki from Wallaroo, just outside Canberra.
“AGL Energy is thrilled to be involved in an event such as the Kangaroo Hoppet and it is great to see such high standard of competition from all over the world in Australia’s Falls Creek, and we are pleased to renew this partnership through
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to 2020’, said AGL Renewables Manger Simon Kelley, “and we are especially proud to sponsor the AGL Athlete Scholarships which provide financial assistance for the future development of the young skiers.” •
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From left. Simon Kelley, AGL Manager Renewables, Phill Bellingham. Barbara Jezersek, Hugo Hinckfuss, Darcie Morton, Nick Blackwell, Zana Evans, Jayden Spring, Heli Laajoki. Pic – Mike @ Top Shots
CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
Party Time
Hey everyone, good to be back, I feel like we have all just climbed a mountain, enjoyed the summit (taken photos and posted on Instagram etcetera) and are now proceeding to slide down the other side. The crux of the season is over, it has been incredible can I say, and now we look towards Spring, and what a delicious Spring it will be. The race season in Falls Creek is over and now it’s time to go out get some sun and clock in those crusty K’s. A segment on the best Spring skiing will come out in a couple of weeks. First though let’s debrief the Hoppet.
Hoppet Recap
Symbolic of how good the Winter has been thus far, the 28th Kangaroo Hoppet was a cracker. The sun was shining, there was only one breath of wind, and of course
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lots of good vibes. Over 1,000 skiers from 24 countries took part in Australia’s leg of the Worldloppet Ski Marathon series and
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Drive to the Conditions
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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).
making it the largest international ski event in the Southern Hemisphere. The 42km title ‘came home’ so to speak, this year with two Australian residents taking out the Men’s and Women’s titles. From all reports the crowds had a blast out on the field. Also I must give a shout out to my Mum, Genevieve, completing her first Joey Hoppet and my Dad, Christo, making a comeback after a few years out with injury. Nice!
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Eventual winner Hugo Hinckfuss (1011 in red) leads out the Joey with Thomas Wilkinson (1014) who placed 5th. Pic – Ken Bell
Current Australian National Team Head Coach Valerio Leccardi made it his fourth Hoppet victory coming ahead of two dual Winter Olympians Phil Bellingham from Mount Beauty and Callum Watson from Sydney. Joining Valerio on the top of the podium was Barbara Jezersek for the women ahead of Aurelie Dabudyk from France and Cambria McDermott from the USA, both of whom who have been ski instructing and coaching at Falls Creek throughout the winter.
Jezersek, with Dabudyk and McDermott broke away from the rest of the women’s field early on, then put her foot down up ‘The Paralyser’ onto the Bogong High Plains and skied away solo. Dabudyk and McDermott also skied most of the rest of the race by themselves. Jezersek won her first Hoppet in 2017 after becoming an Australian citizen in late 2016. At the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics Jezersek and team-mate Jessica Yeaton achieved Australia’s best cross country skiing result, 12th in the Team Sprint event.
In the men’s field, racing was very tactical along Sun Valley first time round before Valerio injected some pace making it a pack of five skiers by the dam wall. Callum Watson further broke the group to just three by the top of the Paralyser however Watson paid for his exploits along Heathy Spur. Valerio then made a break from Phil after Sun Valley on the second lap. A decisive break only a Swiss ex Border Guard could have done, hardened by adversity, his break from Phil was a symbol of trained, practiced grit, so as to make the present decision second nature and almost comfortable, blissful. I aspire to have one day developed these mental and physical structures.
In the 21km Australian Birkebeiner event the female and male winners were Darcie Morton and Nic Blackwell, while Zana Evans and Hugo Hinckfuss won the 7km Joey Hoppet.
Trail Report
With over two metres of snow currently laid out along the Bogong High Plains there really isn’t an excuse not to get out there. With this snow, all trails will be prepared and in excellent condition. • Seve de Campo.
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Seve and Cam Morton on their way to 8th and 7th place resprectively in the Hoppet. Pic – Ken Bell
THANK YOU Kangaroo Hoppet
Volunteers
Saturday August 25th, our backyard out the back of Falls Creek in the spectacular Bogong High Plains held the largest international XC Skiing event in the southern hemisphere! This was the 28th Australian Kangaroo Hoppet.
The 42km of trail was groomed perfectly, the weather was brilliant, there were 1043 entries total across all three races, there were 25 different nationalities represented with 118 international skiers. Importantly, there was a mighty large team of volunteers that made the event possible.
A massive thank you to the members of Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club, the Hoppet Race Committee and many other people from the Mount Beauty and Falls Creek community, that come along as volunteers and worked very hard to set up the event
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in the days before, to be Course Marshals, help at drink stations to assist skiers and those volunteers, (including several who had also skied 42km…) that stayed back until the last star dropper was back in the shed Saturday afternoon.
Just on 20 Year Nine students from Mount Beauty Secondary College helped with the task of transforming the Nordic Bowl to host the Hoppet. Their contribution was part of the ‘Future Makers’ Programme with Bogong Outdoor School that has students getting involved in their community. It was fantastic to have your help and have you involved in your wider community.
The volunteer contribution to help make this event the success that it is shows that our community has lots of wonderful people that are able to host a large international XC Ski Race. It is a fine example that demonstrates that XC Skiing in Australia is strong and is
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This event would not happen without the incredible support of the local community and the fabulous bunch of volunteers. Pic - Courtesy Hoppet Committee
wonderful to see that this event provides from young children skiing with their families for fun, right through to our elite Olympic athletes, all participating together. That is the Kangaroo Hoppet, right here in our own backyard.
Thank you again to our volunteers for your mighty help and time. Enjoy the spring skiing from now! •
Regards, Nicholas Wright
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UKV AGM
The Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association is holding the AGM on Thursday, September 6th, 7:30pm at AUDITORIUM@ informationcentre. The Association has been active for six years and in that time has achieved its main objective - better communication between our community and the Alpine Shire. This has been achieved through regular attendance at Council meetings at which we are prepared to question Council actions, representation on funding selection panels and monitoring and reporting community concerns. The Committee has also provided advice to members to assist with their personal approach to Council. At our invitation, for the last two years, Council has held a meeting in Mount Beauty and given residents an opportunity to meet them personally and seek their assistance.
to bring some new concepts and ideas to our planning and community activity. All residents are welcome to attend this meeting, hear about our successes and concerns, bring forward their ideas and share some discussion time over a ‘cuppa’. For further information please email at info@ukvcommunity.org.au or phone Mary Pike 0428 226 922. •
Wear Orange Weekend
For SES Awareness - Where: Falls Creek Resort, ATS & Slalom Plaza.
On Friday 31st August and Saturday 1st September, the Falls Creek SES Unit are holding a community awareness operation throughout the resort. It’s your chance to learn what these people do – hopefully you never need them!
In 1986 the group was recognised as a vital alpine resource and became part of the State Emergency Service (SES).
Locals are still donating their time to search for and rescue skiers, snowboarders and hikers. These unsung heroes answer the call in all types of weather and anytime of the day or night. You might see these hardy souls heading out every Wednesday morning during winter, rain hail or shine. This is their weekly training session, where they practice navigation, trailer rescues, steep terrain snowmobiling and emergency bivouacs.
Our current projects include provision of public conveniences in the Tawonga South business area, an extension of the West Kiewa Track beyond Pebble Beach, and the clearing and beautification of the open area opposite the AGL offices.
We have a well established executive and committee, who are prepared to accept office again, but we would really appreciate some new blood on the general committee,
The Falls Creek Search and Rescue service began out of necessity to assist lost or overdue skiers. Locals donated their time and personal resources to help out in times of need and it has been a part of the Falls Creek community since the 60’s and 70’s.
All this is essential practice for bringing people back from the Bogong High Plains when they are too injured or too ill to get home under their own steam. The Unit has around 30 members donating their time during winter and get regular call-outs to help resort guests. Working with the Victorian Police, training with snowmobiles takes a toll, with maintenance a major cost. When you see the men & women of the Unit, say Hi and drop a dollar or few into their collection cans. It might help fund your rescue! •
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One Day Apparel
Created by Falls Creek local Tori Dewar, One Day Apparel is the newest clothing brand to hit the mountain.
After injuring herself whilst working a snow season early last year in Big White, Canada. Tori turned to drawing to keep herself feeling productive. What started as a bit of fun has now expanded into a company of its own.
Now back in Australia, Tori at One Day Apparel prints everything locally and supplies stock to four different stores, two of those being Ski Plus, Mount Beauty and Halley’s Ski Hire, Falls Creek.
One Day Apparel has been brought together buy a love of classic street style, American Traditional Art and most of all a love of the snow.
As a business, Tori and One Day Apparel are now in their second year and aim
to continue producing quality street and snow wear whilst supporting local businesses in the process. ODA as they are commonly referred to, also sponsor many of Falls Creeks slope style events and love getting involved with the mountain activities.
So check out this unique ‘snow inspired street wear brand and support a local designer, One Day Apparel.
Wb: www.onedayapparel.com.au.
Em: info@onedayapparel.com.au
‘Street apparel made for those who like something a little different, by those who like something a little different’ – ODA. •
Finding a Job
It’s hard – and that is why Wodonga TAFE and the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre have partnered to offer Job Seekers a Free workshop focused on helping you develop skills to assist in your job search.
WHAT’S ON – SEPTEMBER
1st Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue.
1st Mount Beauty Community Market, 9am –1pm top end of Hollonds Street and Kiewa Crescent. For further Info or to book a stall, Ph Bev: 03 5754 4097.
1st Storm the Castle – The fabulous SlopeStyle comp on Ruined Castle. Further details Ph: 30 5758 1026.
1st Falls Creek Light the Night – Supporting the Leukaemia Foundation 5pm to 7pm Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5758 1200
1st – 2nd Back Country Festival, Falls Creek - based around the Falls Creek Nordic Centre. Further details at: https://backcountry-festival.com/ whats-on/
2nd Bandwagon Banked Slalom. For details,
1st & 2nd TDFNL Semi Final 2 on Saturday & Semi Final 1 on Sunday. Venue TBA
2nd Father’s Day – a Celebration of how to look after Dad – because he’s looked after you for the other 364. Refer local restaurant listings.
5th – 9th 10th Annual Gay Ski Week at Falls Creek. Further details from: https://pointsofdifference.com/gswa.
PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:
The workshop includes:
• Resume Advice – what does an employer look for?
• Job Search – Tips and techniques.
• Hidden Job Market – over 60% of jobs are never advertised.
• Cover Letter and key selection criteria –what are they?
• Identify your unique skills – stand out from the crowd.
The guest speaker will be Mr Scott O’Brien who has over 20 years experience in assisting people to gain employment. His presentation is based on an expert insight into what employers are looking for.
The Workshop will be held at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre, next Monday 3rd of September starting at 11:30am. The workshop is Free and lunch is included.
RSVP to the Neighbourhood Centre on 03 5754 1166 as soon as possible to book your place. •
6th Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association Inc Annual General Meeting. 7:30pm in The Auditorium at the Visitor Information Centre. All Welcome: Em: ukvcommunity.org.au
8th Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue.
8th Regular monthly meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am. Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.
8th & 9th The Summit Masters – Tradition and True Roots returns to the bumps course on the Summit. Ph: 03 5758 1026
15th Falls Freestyle Series – The Dreamer – a Jam style format in Panorama Terrain park. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
14th – 16th Artist in Residence David Rosendale Exhibition – Opening Fri 14th 6 – 8pm. Sat and Sun 8am – 8pm in the Function Room at QT (next to Bazaar) Enquiries Ph: 0417 375 614.
21st Start Victorian School Holidays. 28th – 30th Mountain Yoga and Snow Retreat – Three days of luxury and well-being at Diana Lodge. Ph:; 03 5758 214
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Ed 14 * 07.09.18 * Summit Masters Bumps Comp. The Dreamer Freestyle Series. (C)
Ed 15 * 14.09.18 * Falls Freestyle Series – The Dreamer. McKaos Lead Up. Summer Action. (C) Ed 16 * 21.09.18 * McKaos Promo, Mitta to Mount Beauty. Summer Action – Ignition! (C) Ed 17 * 28.09.18 * McKaos Promo, Mitta to Mount Beauty Bike Ride, Summer fun. (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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PICK MY PROJECT
Please Get Involved
Pick My Project is a $30M online community grants program that gives Victorians the chance to suggest project ideas and then vote to decide which ones are funded.
This is a Victorian-first community grants initiative, with at least $1 million in funding available in each metro and regional area. It is the first program of its kind in Victoria, offering Victorians an opportunity to make their community an even better place to live.
During the voting period, applicants will share their great idea with their networks and encourage people to vote for their project.
Voting opened at 9am on Monday 13 August 2018 and will close at 5pm on Monday 17 September 2018. Winning projects will be announced in September 2018.
In the Mount Beauty Falls Creek area there are several projects – all very worthwhile. This paper has listed a few for your consideration – including last week’s Big Hill Bike Park proposal. Now, more importantly, because you are asked to vote for three projects – please jump on line and vote. Run, Walk, Ride with the Flow, beyond Pebble Beach
This project would extend the current paved track from Pebble Beach a further 0.9 kilometres making a round trip of 6
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 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
kilometres. It opens up beautiful views of the Kiewa River and Mount Bogong, providing easier access to the river for recreational and training activities. The area is surrounded by mountains and is one of the few available areas for a flat track. The track is located very close to the Mount Beauty and Tawonga South townships, making it easily accessible. The Community has been working to achieve this track over 10 years and it has recently been fully scoped.
Market research shows that visitors value access to rivers over most other activities and this track will play a crucial role in supporting the local economy. The even, sealed surface would make the track available to all ability levels, ages and those with disabilities, either supported or going it alone. Both locals and tourists need safe places to exercise or relax which is beneficial for their health and fitness. There are many sites where picnic
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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 $250. Ph: 0400 350 488.
BABYSITTING – FALLS CREEK
Available all day and nights, Fri, Sat and Sun. Any time after 5pm Mon to Thurs. Trustworthy, Fun, Reliable and Responsible. Ph: Molly: 0487 864 679.
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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.
facilities will be established. Wayfinding and Interpretative signage about the Kiewa Valley will be placed in appropriate locations.
How to Vote
1. Register at pickmyproject.vic.gov.au
2. Select your location to view projects within your local area. If you don’t live within the Kiewa Valley, you can still elect to support our project by choosing the ‘Out of Area’ option. You will then be prompted to select projects within the local area.
3. To be eligible, you must vote for three projects in total.
4. Enter your phone number to receive an SMS code to verify your vote.
5. We’re up against stiff competition in neighbouring communities so please cast your votes and support these rare community funding opportunities.
6. Voting closes Monday, 17th September 2018. •
FOR SALE
Electric Golf Buggy in VGC - $250; Full set of Drummond Golf Clubs & Bag - $150; Cross Trainer in VGC - $100. Ph: 03 5754 1215
FOR SALE – SNOWMOBILE
Red BRP V800. New Condition, 1,100kms, regularly serviced, many options. $7795 Ph: 0447 583 255.
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.
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Cedarwood Apt Two
This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment located high up in the village has motivated vendors who will listen to reasonable offers.
Everything is done for a lucky purchaser to enjoy. Move in and fall in love with the views from the large private balcony and all the tasteful conveniences this recently refurbished apartment has to offer.
This property is perfect for a family or group of four. It has everything you need for your stay. This apartment has a modern alpine feel with wonderful mountain views from both inside the apartment and from the full length northfacing balcony. The location is true ski-in and ski-out access during the winter season.
This self-contained apartment consists of a main bedroom with splitable king and full en suite which also has front loading washing machine and dryer. The second bedroom has a splitable king and bathroom with shower and basin. There is a separate toilet off the lounge.
The fully equipped compact kitchen contains a two burner electric cooktop, Bosch compact dishwasher, 240L fridge/ freezer and a microwave/convection oven. The apartment features all new furnishings
including a leather 2.5 sofa lounge which can be used as a double bed.
In the summer months, (that which 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 very close to Cedarwood. 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. And to quote our CEO from an article last season (Edition Six) “Falls Creek has the highest total visitor days of any Alpine Resort in Victoria.”
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The Cedarwood complex has a long alpine head lease to 2052, offers onsite management and has private storage cage for owners. Book an inspection today – because this is a value purchase at $225,000. Call the agent, Christa Smit (Zirknitzer) at Zirky Real Estate on Mb: 0402 277 808. •
A well located, comfortable unit with great views. Pic - Courtesy of the agent