IThe National Gravity Enduro Series acts as the qualifying series for the Enduro World Series. See mention in the article with Ben McIlroy.
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.
n a non COVID-19 season, Spring is usually the tail end of the season, with plenty of deals to be had on accommodation, end of season sales on gear and plenty of sunshine to close out the season and finish off that goggle tan. Spring is the best time to come skiing for families especially. What better time of year to learn to ski, or squeeze in that last cheeky trip for the season. The sun is shining (generally), the kids have a hoot of a time – few if any complaints about being cold and the abundance of offers make it a compelling value proposition, whilst the runs are generally beginner friendly with fewer people than peak times. Then there’s the backcountry spring corn… Whatever you do decide to do, just don’t forget the sunblock and install the Sun Smart app! However, not this year!
BUT - if by the time you’re reading this
- a miracle has happened and the lifts are turning, then disregard my melancholy tone and get out there for some spring turns and celebrate. There would be nothing better than waking up from this nightmare and having 30 odd days of normal… well, as close to normal as life is going to resemble these days! (Note – it’s very hard to type with your fingers crossed…)
Spring at the resort is also the time when the community comes together in support of the many great causes, helping to raise funds for Leukemia research, with the ‘Light the Night’ campaign, or the SES BBQ on Grand Final day, the Ski Patrol raffles and fund raisers… or any reason really to get a crowd together and celebrate. Celebrate something…!
Which brings me to the footy. I’m a diehard Geelong Cats supporter – born and bred. To be a Cats supporter is to be the very definition of resilient. I’ve lost more bets on their performance in the finals than I’d care to remember, I’ve ‘donated’ cartons of beer to too many Richmond
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
supporters and I’ve skied with members of the Cats footy team, here in Falls Creek – WAY too early in September, instead of holding the premiership cup. Just like I’m holding out hope to see the lifts turn and the resort full of people (any people really), I’m holding out hope that Geelong will provide a distraction from the noise of COVID-19 and erase the disappointment and frustration of losing another grand final. Well, I can dream!
No time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech.
It would certainly be a great start to Father’s Day weekend if the Cats win on Friday night and provide another reason to celebrate and forget, for a minute, all the challenges everyone is facing during these incredibly trying times.
To all the Dad’s out there – have an awesome Father’s Day, if you’re ablecelebrate with your family (I would love to be able to say ‘and friends’) and remember the remarkable things, the little things, the things that matter most.
Point on the Frying Pan Spur. The aim of the game is to ride each section no faster than the fastest time allowed, and no slower than the set slowest time. Then they do the competitive bit, before riding to the start of the next competitive bit without beating or exceeding the times permitted. At the time of going to print, the final course had not been set, but they look like taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then heading to Flowtown, completing that before heading to Thunderbolt and then to Generator and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza.
Locate right beside the bottom station of Halley’s Comet Chairlift! Spend some time and take in the fabulous history that has earned this community so much respect!
And, talk to any member of our team about the rewards of volunteering in the Falls Creek Museum.
4 Slalom Street, southern end of the Panabode building.
Phone: 03 5758 1202 for further information
Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au
Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au
Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum
Please try to allow 24hours notice. For further information: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Facebook/fallscreekmuseum
Alpha Lodge
A Resort Entry Permit is required for your vehicle when entering the resort between the 12th of June until the 3rd of October. The entrance to the resort is at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4kms below the village. Permits should be purchased online before arrival at the resort.
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
Altitude Apartments
The day rate is $59.00. If you opt to print your permit at home you will receive a discounted fee. If arriving after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same day, entry is free.
QT Hotel Falls Creek
This year operations are a little different and we ask that you plan ahead and book as much as you can online before you leave home.
1. Book Accommodation 2. Book Lift Tickets 3. Book Resort Entry
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
4. Book ATS (if required)
5. Print, Pack, Park
Snowski Apartments
The weekend’s program sort of goes like this. Saturday: 9am to 16:00 is compulsory practice. 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info Tent open. 17:00 to 17:30 is rider briefing. From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last Hoot Restaurant and Bar in Slalom Plaza. Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider Briefing and Timing activation. 8:30am to 1430pm Trails Open for GE competition.1500 to 1630 Presentations. If you’re into biking and would like to enjoy some good action, be at Falls Creek this weekend. Further detail from 03 5758 1200. •
Mountain biking, road cycling, hiking and all other activities, visit the Visitor Information Centre (above the Slalom Street Day Shelter) for maps and info. Open 9am - 5pm weekdays. Ph: 03 5758 1202.
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
Attunga Lodge
Season Permits are available for purchase online for $485 and can be collected at Howman’s Gap Ticket Box, the ATS building or Visitor Information Centre. Season Permit Holders must register their trip before arriving at the resort, print off the pass and place it on the dashboard of your vehicle when in resort. This is a Victorian government regulation for the 2021 season.
Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.
Cedarwood Apartments
Resort Entry Fees find the essential services of: • Ski Patrol • Car Parking • Snow Clearing
Water Supply
Visitor Information Centre
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
The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located in the Resort Management Office, up-stairs on the corner of Slalom Street and Snowgums Lane.
Summit Ridge Lodge
Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3800.
Falls Creek Foodworks
For all licensed supermarket lines - located in lower level, St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pm daily. Ph: 03 5758 3009.
5pm on 24th June 24 until 12pm on 6th September 2021, all roads in the Falls Creek village are closed to all traffic. Before or
Open 8am – 5pm daily for Visitor Information and Gym Memberships. Ph: 03 5758 1200. (Map Ref: E4)
Viking Lodge
Accommodation Transfer Service (ATS)
Self-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites. On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop. Free Wi-Fi. Ph. 03 5758 3247.
• Waste Management • Visitor Information Services
Fully self contained apartment accommodation Schuss Street Ph: 5758 3393.
Falls Creek Country Club
For more details about Falls Creek Resort please visit fallscreek.com.au.
Fully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night. Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au.
Operating from the Terminal Building on the Bogong High Plains Road, the Accommodation Transfer Service will transport you, your group and your luggage to your accommodation in the village. Tickets can be prepurchased online or at the ATS terminal.
BE Foodstore
Hours of Operation
Falls Creek Child Care is open Mon - Fri and is located in Slalom Plaza next to Stingray. The Centre is open to children aged 12 weeks to 5 years old and is run by fully qualified educators and is eligible for government rebates.Booking is essential. Phone 03 5758 1244 or visit www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.
Falls Creek Resort Management can be contacted via info@fallscreek.com.au or 03 5758 1200
Bogong High Plains Road.
Gebi’s Apartments
Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, then 5 days. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222. Refer ad this edition.
Last Hoot Café
@fallscreekalpineresort @fallscreek
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 Breakfast options. Group bookings catered for. Comfortable lodge, pool and spa. Fully Licensed. Ph: 03 5758 3263
Saturday - Thursday: 8am - 10pm Friday: 8am - midnight
Open daily from 4pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5758 3088. Refer ad this edition.
Stingray Restaurant @ QT
Open daily 8am - 8pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5732 8000. Refer ad this edition.
Upstairs Resort Management Office (above day shelter) Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends and public holidays.
Any finally, a word of thanks and praise. The editor of this fine newspaper, through thick and thin, has not missed a beat in making sure the publication gets out into the community and a few local kids pick up a few bucks delivering it. Ken provides news, views and the occasional inappropriate joke (check out last week’s classifieds!!!). Ken Bell – you’re a legend and thanks for what you do for our community, our mountain and the Valley. You’re a true champion, who’s community spirit provides inspiration when our mettle is tested. Cheers to you Bellie and thanks.
Now, to those who can, if you can, get out there and hit the slopes…
Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management
This paper, and our contributors, are working extremely hard to be positive and care for the people in our community.
Some time back we mentioned mental health. If you have a tax problem – you go to the best tax agent. If your car blows up – you go to a very good mechanic. If you get lost – you would want the best SES personnel looking for you. Therefore, if you are feeling a little down – then you seek out the best advice possible.
With very little happening at Falls Creek this week, locals and the National XC team are taking advantage of snow, grooming, spring like weather and no crowds. Being able to get out and get a couple of hours of exercise in these pristine conditions must be very nice.
Speaking of spring, by the time you read this, it will officially be spring and we can start thinking about the best skiing conditions and arguably the best XC skiing in the world.
Very few places in the world offer the spring snow pack combined with the fantastic rolling terrain that Falls Creek’s backcountry has.
As they say every beach has its day but for the best off-piste skating I am yet to ski anywhere that matches our terrain and consistency of corn snow.
If you can't get off the mountain, or are finding it hard to get to the shops during lockdown, you can now order everything you need from the butchery online, and we'll deliver it to your door!
Simply head to the link below, fill out our online form and include all your contact details and any products you'd like to order.
Once we've received payment over the phone, your order will be on its way to you on your nominated delivery date!
Free delivery available to Falls Creek addresses on Wednesdays & Fridays. Mount Beauty, Tawonga South & Tawonga addresses on weekdays.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to give Will a call at the shop on 03 5754 1888. 211 Kiewa Valley Hwy, Tawonga South
1 Bogong High Plains Rd
After a couple of days of spring freeze / thaw the world is your oyster for back country skating - just leave early (but not too early) and follow the sun.
I tend to have two different plans when heading for a spring BC skate, either a longish tour, visiting huts or destinations like the Fainters or my favourite, skating for turns.
Grab a friend, some food, an older pair of skating skis and head off, popular longish skates include Spion Kopje, the Fainters, Mount Jim, a circumnavigation of Pretty Valley, or visit any of the Huts in the area.
My other plan of attack is skating for turns, a bit of experience and paying attention to the sun will direct you to some great descents with just enough softening effect from the sun to allow dreamy tele or parallel turns on perfect corn.
Favourite spots for turns are exploring around the Rocky Knolls especially heading back to Rocky Valley Dam, the backside of Mt Nelse and the glades off Langford’s Loop. Heathy Spur also offers lots of possibilities with many north facing glades heading down to Nelse Creek.
Tips for a successful BC skate.
❄ Pay attention to the weather, the days leading up to your trip and what is happening during the day, no one enjoys a slog through ankle deep mashed potatoes if you leave your run home too late.
❄ Use older gear, breakages can happen.
❄ A pair of older skating skis with a bit of side cut helps with the turns, non-racing poles with slightly larger baskets help if it gets soft.
❄ Older skating boots are softer and help with the tele thing, and if you have to walk a section it won’t matter.
❄ Sunscreen – of course, is a must!
Now get out and make the most of your two hours of exercise! •
Earlier last week, some of the figures being promoted around Shepparton were that nearly 20,000 people were confined to their homes, quarantining for about two week. Out of a population of some 69,000, that is a lot of people ‘out of action’ so to speak. Even if these figures were only half right, that would still be 10,000 people locked down. That’s a lot of people and a tremendous disruption to the proper functioning of the community. Getting food to people is a major problem and that is where Falls Creek comes in.
The Falls Creek Chamber of Commerce and its members have undertaken a food drive to assist with the current food and essential supply crisis currently unfolding in Shepparton.
Before the latest lockdown in Regional Victoria was announced on Saturday 21st August, lodges, cafes and restaurants across the mountain were stocked up and ready for a busy winter weekend. Following the lockdown announcement and guests having to leave the resort, there was an excess of perishable food in venues. As a result, the Falls Creek business community is donating food from its venues to the community of Shepparton to help alleviate the food and essential supplies shortage that has affected the regional city.
After a disastrous season 2020 with nothing happening – and season 2021 ‘going to the dogs’ with three lockdowns across
Melbourne and Victoria, the earnings of the operators have been decimated. But, the Falls Creek business community has ‘dug deep’ into the fridges and freezers and is donating a ‘truck load’ of perfectly good food to those in need in Shepparton
President of the Falls Creek Chamber of Commerce, Lisa Logan expressed concern at the current situation and our community’s desire to assist the regional city of Shepparton, “Falls Creek businesses are concerned about the current food shortage in Shepparton and saw an opportunity to provide direct assistance to that community in need.”
“Falls Creek has been well supported by regional Victorians who have been visiting the resort, enjoying the winter experiences,
and helping us to keep our venues and mountain open when Melbourne was in lockdown. At Falls Creek we know the importance of banding together as a community and helping out when we can.”
The food from Falls Creek operators was collected by Red Cross last Saturday and delivered to Lisa McKenzie at GVCare Lighthouse Projects in Shepparton for immediate distribution to the community. •
Each year, our AGL Hydro Community Fund awards grants to community-based initiatives, projects and events in and around Mount Beauty and Eildon.
To see if you are eligible for one of our grants, download our guidelines or call us, then submit your application between 1 September 2021 and 30 September 2021.
Firstly, we’d like to acknowledge the significant toll the Pandemic has taken on our community members and local businesses. We say thank you to the many hundreds of people in our Community who are already fully or partially vaccinated. Your vaccination protects more than just yourself; it protects our community, our children, our elderly, our friends and our vulnerable. It also protects the things we cherish such as our small businesses, health services, community services, sport and recreation.
Vaccinations
Vaccination is the way out of lockdowns and will lead to resumption of a more normal life. The vaccines are very safe and extremely effective. There is ample evidence from overseas, and now in NSW and Victoria,
that Covid-19 is rapidly becoming a disease of unvaccinated people. Fully vaccinated people are significantly less likely to have any symptoms, be hospitalised or die.
Community members can be reassured that our medical, nursing and reception staff have all been vaccinated, with either Astra Zeneca or Pfizer.
As a small, remote community we are particularly vulnerable to the effects of this Pandemic. Our community should be aware that if Covid-19 comes to our town, our hospital will not be able to manage anybody with flu-like symptoms, much less Covid-19. All unwell people will need to go to Albury, or beyond, for their care. Many of you will already know the significant toll this takes on our patients and their families.
WHERE Bottom of Gully Chairlift.
WHEN Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref: J6)
HOW Appointments Only. Ph: 03 5758 3238 24 hours for Emergencies. COVID-19 Restrictions are in place for winter season. Numbers are limited. Bookings only! Refer to: www.mbmc.com.au for further information
WHERE Tawonga Crescent. WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.
HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
WHO Doctors: Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine, Brett Goodsall & Damian Heman.
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 42 years of service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
Phone consultations are an option. Call either number for an appointment!
EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY BROADCASTER
Alpine Radio (Fires & Floods) 96.5 FM ELECTRICITY
Faults & Emergencies 13 17 99 FIRE
Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/ Tawonga 000 HOSPITAL
Mount Beauty 5754 3500
MEDICAL CENTRES
Falls Creek 5758 3238
Mount Beauty 5754 3400
Ed 14 * 10.09.21 * Great skiing and time to enjoy the sun and the snow! (C)
Ed 15 * 17.09.21 * Spring is in the air. The blossoms are in full bloom. Enjoy our area! (C) Ed 16 *
There is no denying that the Pandemic is causing fear and anxiety and propagating distrust. This is a natural reaction to our current circumstances. We all have opinions on how hotel quarantine, lockdowns, closed borders and vaccination programs could have been run better. But we should try not to confuse these concerns with how the medical and scientific community agrees the virus should be managed.
We have become increasingly concerned about some of the information being shared, especially on social media. We acknowledge that most people only have the best intentions, but some of this information puts people at risk, especially vulnerable people.
One scientist or doctor may have an opinion and it may even be the opinion of some of their peers. But scientific evidence is not the opinion of one or many individuals. It is formed by extensive research which is rigorously scrutinised and then re-checked by independent experts.
We would encourage everyone to gather their advice from published, scientific evidence rather than opinions. If you feel strongly about sharing something, please consider sharing it privately rather than with the community. If you can’t verify that the information is accurate, even if it looks accurate, then please consider not sharing it at all. Misinformation is the enemy to beating Covid-19.
Our GPs have been asked almost any question you can imagine. Please make a time to chat with one of your trusted doctors, who will confidentially support you through these challenging times, without judgement. Please also consider booking your vaccine as soon as possible. •
Dr Damian Heman
B. Med, MD (Distinction). EM Cert(ACEM). B.PropEc (Hons). ACRRM Trainee
* At the Close of winter, we trust we have more activities to enjoy! (C) SEd 01 * 15.10.21 * Summer Edition One featuring as many summer activities as we can. (C)
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ONLINE:
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ADVERTISING
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There is work coming up on the BHP Road starting in October, for traffic controllers from October until Christmas. Experienced Traffic Controllers would be great, but definitely not essential, as the company would be more than happy to train the right person.
Call Jacinta on Mb: 0407 836 266. BEDROCK TRAFFIC
Every year local primary school students take part in Jump Rope for Heart to help raise funds to fight heart disease. What is Jump Rope for Heart? It’s a skipping challenge where kids enjoy some great physical activity (perfect for home learning time), learn some new tricks and skills, and encourage people to support their efforts by donating whatever they can to the cause. Chelsea, Xander and Kirsten are some of the children participating this year and between them they’ve racked up over 10 hours of skipping so far – an amazing feat! Kirsten has been working on her trick moves, perfecting the double under criss-cross and the quadruple under on a trampoline.
FOR SALE
Snowmobile Yamaha VK 540 and trailer. Hi/Low gear, widetrack/longtrack, elec start, forward and reverse. Goes well. Powerful workhorse. Located at Falls Creek. $850. Ph: 0456 022 211.
One brand new pair of ASICS Tennis shoes, size 46 Euro (11.5 US). Worn once. Too tight for me. Retail Price: $159.95. Will sell for $120. Ph: 0400 350 488.
Orbea AVANT M20 DISC road bike, Carbon frame, size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue. $1,950. * Nello Viper 51 kayak. $1,500. * Ph: 0408 466 790.
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.
ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS
Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.
ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE
Frueauf Village (below Milch Café) Grnd Flor, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St. Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 3766. Em: fallscreeek@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 cal Justin Mb: 0458 220 879.
CAKE MAKING & DECORATING
Elene Wood at www.studioecakes.com.au in Tawonga – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: hello@studioecakes.com.au
CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES
Oztek Property Maintenance. Let us look after your home. We do bathrooms, decks pergolas and all handyman needs. Call Dave Mb: 0466 990 862.
CIVIL CLEBRANT – HEATHER MULL
Quality Ceremonies – All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www. celebrant-ne-vic.com.au
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.
Heart disease affects hundreds of thousands of people and their families in Australia so it’s very close to home for many of us.
Funds raised for the Heart Foundation have gone into some great advances including the development of the pacemaker, mobile intensive care ambulances, and the 000 number.
Therefore you are invited to join the relevant Resort Management personnel and other members of the community for a summer season debrief meeting. This meeting will take place on Wednesday 26th April from 9:30am to around 11:30am in the Boardroom above Foodworks in QT.
How can you help? Well, consider making a donation (and any donation is wonderful) to a participant via their fundraising page – this means you can sponsor any child’s efforts. Chelsea, Xander and Kirsten’s pages are:
UKVRA presents…
https://www.jumprope.org.au/ fundraisers/175XB3
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
https://www.jumprope.org.au/ fundraisers/DHTC8G
https://www.jumprope.org.au/ fundraisers/D640AG
Sunday 28th May 5pm
Mount Beauty Information Centre Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles.
Skip off day is the 8th September so get in and support the Heart Foundation! Thanks for your wonderful support.
Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency Ph: 5754 4204
Kirsten is also making masks and selling them to raise funds, and that people are able to donate cash if they prefer.
$25, $20 (members), $10 (students)
on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some
and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. • Trade Fair @ Falls Creek
Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity
5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty Phone: 5754 1270
Contact Fiona on Mb: 0402 123 028. •
FOR SALE
Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. Ph: 0408 466 790.
Snowmobile 2004 Polaris Trail Touring. Electric start and electric reverse. Only travelled 240km, always housed undercover at Wang Ski Club and regularly serviced. Comes with service manual and supplement. Located Mount Beauty, all offers considered. Contact Chris 0457 410 933.
Take advantage of the value packed* Local Pass - exclusively offered to local residents.
BUSINESS FOR SALE
General and Refrigerated Freight, Kiewa Delivery Service, established 2001. Delivers to and from Albury Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek five days a week. For further details, Ph: 0409 744 621.
8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays
$250 per Adult + $45 per Day
Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.
$140 per Child + $35 per Day ** More Benefits in 2017**
If you’re feeling depressed, try drinking five litres of water before you go to sleep. It’ll give you a reason to get out of bed in the morning!
All orders in by Sunday 30th April.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
For further information contact: Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L Ph: 03 5758 1000
Altitude Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109
*Conditions apply
FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK
Remo’s Transport fromAlbury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Tue to Fri inclusive. Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320.
HAIRDRESSER
Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week and evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.
LD’S HOME PET CARE
Pet Care and Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 0407 541 695
LOCKSMITH & HANDYMAN
Codi Coutts – servicing the Kiewa Valley & North East Victoria. Ph: 0475 388 990. Em: kiewavalleylocksmith@yahoo.com
PAINTING SERVICES
Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services. Ph: Laif: 0437 023 921.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Therapy, 5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.
A copy of Dr Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis titled ‘The Interaction between the Environment, Land Use and Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985’ was left for this community in the care of Mr Bill Sutton. Bill was happy to lend the book – until now when it has not been returned. This is a valuable piece of the area’s history and we hope this notice may prompt some-ones memory. Your Editor has purchased a digital copy from Melbourne University for reference, but we would love to have the original bound copy returned. Ph: 00400 350 488.
Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments 24 hours for emergencies Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem. Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
POWER GENERATOR SERVICE & REPAIR
Services and repairs for Standby and Prime Power generating sets. eg Diesel, Petrol and or Gas Power Generators. We also offer a 24/7 call out service if needed. Locally located at the base of the Kiewa Valley. Ph: 0407 235 891. Em: info@cogenplus.com.au
SAFETY SCAFFOLD
Creek &
Mount Beauty and Falls Creek area. Ph: 0418 578 500.
SECURE STORAGE
From 2m x 2m through to 3m x 7m. Ph: 0418 578 500.
SPORTS MASSAGE
Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au
STORAGE
Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units. Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com
TAXI & 4WD SERVICE
Covers Falls Creek & Albury. The On-Demand Taxi Hours are now 8am – 9pm Mon – Thurs; 8am - 1pm Fri & Sat. No Taxi Service Sunday. Special Bookings outside these hours may be made by prior arrangement. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 131 008.
AFather, A Son, Two Fishing Rods in the Pond. The blokes standing side by side, silently admiring the peace and tranquillity of this stunning landscape in the late afternoon sun.
I wonder what stories they would be sharing; the joy of being together; the memories of special times shared together, as they basked in the last of the late winter sun.
Local hirer of steel Kwikstage SCAFFOLD
Happy Father's Day to all the blokes this Sunday, whether you be Fathers, Sons, Uncles, Granddads, Brothers and those no longer with us, as we are once again isolated from the ones that we love.
In the meantime, let's hope these two can reel in some mighty big ones!
In memory of my own late father and brother. • Elene Wood
Lock-Down changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.
AUG 1-29 Virtual Kangaroo Hoppet. Do it Your Way! Entries Now Open. https://hoppet.com.au/ virtual-hoppet.html
SEP 2 Thursday. Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association Annual General Meeting. 7:30pm in the AUDITORIUM@ informationcentre on the Bogong High Plains Rd. POSTPONED – Until October 7th – but to be confirmed.
SEP 4 Mount Beauty Community Market. 9am –1pm Top end of Hollonds Street and Kiewa Crescent. You make it, you bake it, you grow it, you’re welcome. Phone Bev: 0419 289 672, or Email: bevbantick@gmail.com
SEP 4 Saturday. St Kilda Film Festival in Mount Beauty Community Centre at 7pm. A total of 15 films. Drinks prior and at interval. Tickets at Mt Beauty Hardware and at the door.
SEP 4-5 Rescheduled AUS XC National Champ’s. Falls Creek Nordic Bowl.
OCT 3 Daylight saving time 2021 in Victoria will begin at 2am on Sunday, 3 October
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NOV 6 The Outdoor School Bogong celebrates 50 years of providing excellent education to thousands of students. Ph: 03 57543 1732
NOV 19-21 Ignition Mountain Bike Festival at Falls Creek. The start of the official MTB season. https://ignitionmtb.com.au/
NOV 27-29 Alpine Challenge 2021 https://www. runningwild.net.au/alpine-runs/alpinechallenge.html.POSTPONED Until 23rd and 24th April 2022.
