This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 12 November 2021

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PRICELESS

SUMMER EDITION TWO

FRIDAY 12TH NOVEMBER 2021

“Just Say a Big Thankyou!”

Top: We’re back! The joys of mountain biking in a pristine environment with great views! Pic – Matt Hull – The Matt Image Bottom Row: A special thanks to the wonderful team that has gone to so much effort to help us all remember in the lead up to Remembrance Day. Pics – Ken Bell

RIDE - PARTY - ENJOY That's Ignition

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he Blue Dirt Mountain Bike weekend kicks off some of the best mountain biking you will get this summer.

Don’t be mistaken, there are other great parks around and the change of scenery is always refreshing. But we have great trails, great shuttles and even better scenery.

We also have a little less dust on the road, it’s not as frantic and all of the trails lead back in to the Falls Creek village and the bike hub in Slalom Car Park.

So yep, you like to ride bikes? You like to party - and you love a great weekend away?

Well this is the biggest and best bike riding party weekend around! Ignition MTB Festival is a mountain bike event hinged on the core social elements of the rider lifestyle. …and it all kicks off next weekend – from Friday 19th November to Sunday 22nd.

From gravity shuttles to full day back country social rides the team at Blue Dirt have it all on the cards.

Demo bikes are on offer from some of the best bike brands in the world. It is rare to be able to get the chance to test ride such a huge variety of amazing bikes free of charge on real trails with shuttle access. Check out he National Gravity Enduro Series what brands will have demo bikes at this

Yep, it’s a great place to ride and you sure as hell won’t get bored!

Pic – Matt Hull @ The Matt Image

year’s festival over on our festival website. https://bluedirt.com.au/ignition-mtbseason-opener/ Party… Yep there is no denying it, we like to party! We have a full line-up of musicians performing at the festival from afternoon acoustic sessions in the event village through to rocking bands playing in the beer hall at night. Sunday morning is usually a slow start for most – Could it be something in the water – or is it that crystal clear mountain air you don’t get to enjoy in the big smoke!

The fabulous beer hall hosts four of the best local boutique breweries pouring all of their best beers. There will also be a local gin distillery their cocktails Roundmixing One ofupthe GEamazing National Series and let’s not forget Espresso Martini Happy will be staged this weekend, beginning Hour the Village Bike Cafe 4pm withatpractice sessions fromfrom 11am Friday.

Saturday!

During the course of the weekend, several

Session and the Intermediate MTB Skills Session, plus the Fainters Back Country ride – six hours of cruising up past Ben Cooper Memorial, a look at Tawonga Huts and some fantastic scenery from the Fainters.

Check out the program for Ignition MTB Festival over on the festival website for what to expect!

At the time of going to print, it was looking like all of the bookings had been taken up and it is expected that around 500 riders will be on the mountain over the weekend.

To meet the Governments regulations the 2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES following criteria must be met:

Round One - Falls Creek

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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 • Open 7 Days • Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at Balingup WA in From June; 5pm.

Round Four will go to Full Menu, in great and Burgers Rockhampton JulyPizzas and the final round will Dine-In or Take on Away be held onFor Woodford Island, the Clarence River in Orders northern in August.

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• Max 500 people per day. • Attendees 16 years of age and older must be doubled vaccinated in accordance with government guidelines. • Full refund if you can’t make it due to not being vaccinated (please advise of the trails will be closed to general riders A couple of other features of the weekend ASAP if you will not meet government although Blue Dirt will have shuttles running are the: Intro to Mountain Biking Skills on Friday from 11am to 6pm and again on guidelines so we can free up tickets).

Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Cost is $50 per • Proof of vaccination at event check in!

day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt.Welcome to town team and have a great com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will weekend. Don’t forget that the Falls Creek No time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s be closed to the general public, but will Visitor Information Centre will be open 9am Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech.

Visitor Information Centre progressively open as the different sections – 5pm Weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends OPEN BUSINESS - Valley of the-event areFOR completed.

Pretty Point on the Frying Pan Spur. The aim of the if you need some ideas for alternative Road will also have closures and be subject to game is to ride each section no weekend faster than the From Ignition Weekend, the Falls Creek Bike Patrol will be on all delays Information should anyone be travelling back fromactivities.

Visitor Centre will be open fastest time allowed, and no slower than the set Take care and have fun! • seven daysyards a week. the horse or Pretty Valley Pondage. as well. slowest time.

Then they do the competitive bit, Monday to Fridays: 9am – 5pm Now this and Gravity Enduro is a different before riding to the start of the next competitive Weekends Public Hols: 10am – 3pm sort of mountain racing of tothings what to we know bit without beating or exceeding the times Call in for all thebike knowledge enjoy in our fabulous area! as Downhill or Cross Country. The Gravity permitted. At the time of going to print, the We have maps of the area, bookswill on flora Enduro is both.

The athletes start with final course had not been set, but they look like and fauna, info on guided activities. a warm upstairs up ride infrom Slalom Plaza, out the taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then Located the Resort Management building, Slalom & Bogong High Plainscnr Road, upStreet the Pretty heading to Flowtown, completing that before Bogong High Plains Road.

Valley Road and then across to the Trig heading to Thunderbolt and then to Generator Ph: 03 5758 1200 and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza.

Em: info@fallscreek.com.au Open Thursday to Sunday Ph: 03 5752 1345 •like a pretty easy day!!• Sound Wb: www.fallscreek.com.au The weekend’s program sort of goes like this.

WHEN THE BRIGHT YELLOW FLAGS ARE OUT Saturday: 9am to 16:00 is compulsory practice.

10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info – WE’RE OPEN! This17:00 Weekend For Groups, Clubs etc Tent open. to 17:30 is rider briefing.

Locate right beside the bottom station of Halley’s Comet Chairlift!

From 4pm From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last Spend some time and take in the fabulous history that has HootFRIDAY Restaurant Bar in Slalom Plaza.

TO and SUNDAY earned this community so much respect!

And, talk to any member of our team about the rewards of Experience the fabulous views relax in the Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider& Briefing and Timing volunteering the Falls Creek Museum. lounge whilst8:30am enjoyingto warm hospitality Please try to in allow 24hours notice. activation.

1430pm Trails Open for 4 Slalom Street, southern end of the Panabode building.

10 Arlberg Street GE competition.1500 to 1630 Presentations.

For further information: Phone: 03 5758 1202 for further information www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au If you’re into biking and would like to enjoy ph: 03 5758 3255 Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au somewww.attungalodge.com.au good action, be at Falls Creek this Facebook/fallscreekmuseum Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum weekend. Further detail from 03 5758 1200. •

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CHANGING HANDS Crank Handle Fires Up

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hen asked why the boys got into Crank Handle Brewery, the answer was pretty simple “We love beer and we love making beer!”

And so it would appear. The older brother Craig King has been making beer at home for seven years, learning all the time, perfecting the finished result, and, of course donating a bit for the rellies to taste test.

The operation was loosely termed the Nano Brewery from the shed out the back in Tawonga and then four years ago Trevor decided he would like to get involved – and so quite a bit of time and fun was had – learning and improving the beer the two brothers were making out the back.

Then, the fabulously set-up Crank Handle Brewery in Tawonga South came on the market – a chance too good to pass up and the boys and their families are now proud owners of a great business brewing beers and looking after their fabulous patrons.

Those years of making beer at home have proven invaluable and the range and varying tastes gives the brewery a comprehensive selection to choose from.

Alpine Ale, Kell’s Kolsch, Ginger Beer, Extra Pale Ale, Porter and English Special Bitter. Craig didn’t like the general Ginger Beer on the market so he made his own.

The boys also do a monthly ‘tap special’ – an Espresso Dunkel (a dark lager).

An addition to the brewery is now the bottling on site – each of the beers available in 330mm bottles, each with their own distinctive labelling – with each batch usually selling out in the week.

Another little trick is the one or two litre ‘Growlers’ that you can purchase full of your favourite beer, enjoy it at home, then bring the Growler back for a re-fill. Or, you can take it to other breweries to pick up a taste of their product.

The operating hours of Crank Handle have been extended a bit, now trading Thursday and Monday serving drinks and snacks.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday are devoted to drinks and meals. Daily hours are 11am to 9pm (to 8pm Sundays). The kitchen is open daily from 12:30pm to 7:30pm.

As much product as possible is sourced locally, e.g. the meat coming from the great butcher next door, Will at Tawonga South Butchery. Bread is coming from Tawonga Bakery.

Crank Handle also offers a range of Delz Otto wines (King Valley), Nightingale Ciders, (Wandiligong), Corowa Whisky and Bilsons Vodka and sodas (Beechworth).

To date the operation has been a success and with plans afoot for expansion things are looking good for many years to come.

The beers are certainly a winner.

Young talent with heaps of experience making beer – Trevor King (lft) and brother Craig. Pic – Ken Bell

Crank Handle Brewery is located at 211 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South (Opposite The Park and Rocky Valley Bike Shop). Phone is 03 5754 4443. •

It would be remiss of your journo if we didn’t identify the families and thank them for their support of the business. Trev and returned to his home town with lovely wife Kiera and the new bub Hendrix. Craig has been hiding away in Tawonga with Stacey and the three children, Zeke, Laila and young CJ (Craig Junior).

Welcome to the new business and we look forward to calling in for the odd quiet one – or two!

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RUOK? Come out of the smoke community picnic.

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he last two years have been a trying time for Upper Kiewa Residents.

First, we went through the anxiety of the 2019/2020 bushfires, with many people leaving the area for safer places and those who remained preparing for a potential fire in our valley. Then the Covid crisis came with its associated lockdowns and worries about whether we might get cases here.

picnic to celebrating ‘coming out of the smoke.’ Of course, the Centre has had to postpone that event until vaccination levels reached 80%.

the second at 1pm) on their predictions for the next fire season, preparing your property for future fires, and answering any questions you may have.

In the middle of this year the Centre started planning RUOK? events – but these also could not be held until now.

Mount Beauty CFA will bring one of their fire trucks, and local SES volunteers have been invited to talk about their valuable work. Free bags with emergency information and other treats will be handed out, including three ‘emergency-go-away tubs’ that three lucky prize-winners can pack into the boot of their car during the next emergency.

At last, the Centre feels it can combine the two events to hold a RUOK? Come Out of the Smoke Community Picnic at Mount Beauty’s Bicentennial Park on Saturday 27th November between 10am – 2pm.

Soon after the fires – but just before Covid – the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre started planning for a community

The picnic is open to all double-vaccinated Upper Kiewa Valley residents who want to share stories about bushfires and Covid while eating free pizza over a free cup of coffee. Juices will be provided for children.

BOUTIQUE BREWERY

As part of the celebration the CFA will give two information sessions at the Neighbourhood Centre (one at 11am and

Alpine Ale, Kolsch, Ginger Beer, XPA, English Bitter and Porter all on tap.

All brewed on the premises!

Rose Garden Cafe

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Complemented with a range of Dal Zotto wines, Alpine Cider, Corowa Whiskey and a selection of Billson’s Sodas.

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Tasty food including Pork Sliders and Nachos.

Regular Hours Open Thurs & Mon 11am – 9pm for drinks and snacks Open Fri 11am – 9pm, Sat 11am 9pm, Sun 11am – 8pm Offering Tasty meals and your favourite drinks!

Dine In or On the Deck - Take Away also!

Open 10am – 2pm Monday to Friday

Spring Menu Meat Loaf - Lentil & Nut Loaf Home-made Pie of the Day Vegetable Quiche - Baked Potato Sale & Pepper Calamari Salad Fish & Chips Croissants with choice of fillings!

Plus a good range of teas, coffees & soft drinks.

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Beyond Blue/Wellways will provide information on the NewAccess psychological counselling program and on how forward planning is very important for reducing anxiety and stress if an emergency occurs that requires us to act quickly. The local Red Cross group will offer activities to help you prepare for the next bushfire.

Tennis Court Avenue, Mount Beauty Ph: 03 5754 1166

Ignition MTB Festival Bar open from 4pm! $5 from the fridge! $10 Espresso Martinis!

Dinner Friday - Parma & beer/wine $30 Dinner Saturday - Roast Lamb & Pork Belly & beer/wine $30 Book Early! Ph: 03 5758 3244 Em: bookings@cooroona.com.au 24 Slalom Street, Falls Creek

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The FRRR grant included a much-need $10,000 to help repair the Centre’s roof so that it can keep on achieving its motto: Community Serving Community.

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Many of you will already be aware that since March last year the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre has been working hard on promoting community preparedness and resilience. The work is done by its Keep Calm Committee (KCC) to encourage people to prepare fire plans,

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Golf Clubs for Hire, plus attire, accessories and equipment for everything River Tubes, River Shoes, Fishing Gear and Bait!

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HARD WASTE ARRANGEMENTS Falls Creek This Summer

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alls Creek Resort Management (FCRM) wishes to remind the community that there are changed arrangements for the disposal of hard waste in the resort. As per the changes implemented during the last summer season: • New Hard Waste disposal arrangements now apply.

• Collection of hard waste will no longer occur in the village.

Please do not place hard waste on the roadside or next to the rubbish hutches FCRM is no longer collecting hard waste from the village precinct. Any rubbish that has previously been left at a garbage receptacle must be removed. Additional charges and infringements will apply for the dumping of rubbish in this manner.

Hard waste is again being managed at the Snow Clearing Depot at Howman's Gap. This facility will be open for Falls Creek stakeholders/residents to dispose of hard waste from 12noon - 4pm on the dates below:

Hard waste charges may apply, depending on the nature of the waste being disposed.

If your hard waste is recyclable, No Charges will apply.

Hard Waste Dates:

• Incentivise further recycling of waste.

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• Sunday 28th November 2021.

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26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. • Sunday 30th 2022.Collection Please see ourJanuary Hard Waste guidelines onFebruary the website, or if you require • Sunday 27th 2022. any additional information, please contact the FCRM 03 5758 1200. • • Sunday 27thOffice Marchon2022.

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• Sunday 24th April 2022.

The hard waste changes were made to:

• Allow broader access to hard waste disposal.

• Provide more flexibility to stakeholders for hard waste disposal timing.

• Improve the village amenity during summer periods.

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Sunday 28th May 5pm POLICE (non-emergency) 131 444 Falls Creek 5758 3424 Mount Beauty Information Centre Mount Beauty 5754 4244 Auditorium. BYO drinks and5723 nibbles.

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DISPLAY: • 1 column (6cm wide) = $15.00 per cm. 4cp = $20.00 per cm.

Ed 03 * 26.11.21 * Planning your Christmas Shopping. Prepare for a Shop Local feature! (C)

• 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $25.00 per cm. 4cp = $35.00 per cm.

WHER E Tawonga Crescent Ed 04 * 10.12.21 * Shop Local feature for Christmas. Carols by Candlelight. (C)

• 3 column (19cm wide) = $35.00 per cm. 4cp = $49.00 per cm.

WHEN - 5:00pm Mon Friday Ed 05 * 23.12.21 * Fun-filled with your Christmas Wishes, Christmas and New Year activities! (C) CLASSIFIEDS: • Like the Trading Post. Send in8:30am your Classifieds and pay when- you sell.

DISTRIBUTION: • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club lodges & BUSINESS DIR.: • $5.90 per line per Edition. 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays Take advantage of the value apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga & Dederang, DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date 3400 for Ph: 5754 HOW - exclusively plus the RMB’s between Dederang & Tawonga & selected venues in Brightpacked* & Myrtleford. Local Pass CONTRACT: • A Summer Season Contract isappointments available for advertising in all 16 editions residents.

ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ offered to local of summer offering a 15% discount – Invoiced four Editions advance.for Invoice dates are: 09.10.21, 24in hours emergencies WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au 04.12.21, 05.02.22 & 01.04.22. This works out to two adverts per month. •

Affordable skiing in your own backyard! $250 per Adult + $45 per Day $140 per Child + $35 per Day ENQUIRIES ** More Benefits in 2017**

For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact: All orders Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488

Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & to: Anoop Pem. For Payment, Placement of Adverts or Subscriptions, please forward

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Ph/Fax: 03 5754 1346

Office Address: Suite 2, 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty WHAT Fully accredited General For further information contact:P.O. Box 325, Postal Address: Mount Beauty 3699. ABN: 22 171 749 807

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Congratulations Mark Zagorski on receiving an Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Distinguished Service Award for 2021 in recognition of 40 years of service to the people of Mount Beauty, the Upper Kiewa Valley and Falls Creek.

As both a GP and GP Anaesthetist, Dr Mark has dedicated himself to delivering the best healthcare for his community and the best training for the next generation (or two) of doctors.

Read the full press release at: https://bit. ly/3Cb4drH •

New Bub (1)

New Bub (2)

ongratulations to Erica and Matthew Zagorski on the birth of the first child, daughter Avery Jane Zagorski who was born on 3rd November 2021 at 5:01pm at the Summit Medical Centre in Frisco, Colorado, USA, at 2770m above sea level – just on 748 metres higher than our Big Fella!

The ‘This Week’ family has grown!

Simone and Wesley Dowel, along with their daughter Harriet, welcomed Charlie Francis to the world on the 1st October at Wodonga Hospital, weighing a very healthy 3990g. Mum and dad are over the moon, as is Harriet who adores her baby brother and is often heard telling people "My Charlie is my best friend"!

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Erica also works at Summit Medical Centre as a nurse in the Emergency Department.

Matt is currently working at Keystone Ski Resort as a Ski Patrol Supervisor – after several years as a patroller in Falls Creek.

Matt and Erica did back to back winters between Falls Creek and Colorado for five years before settling in Colorado USA yearround for the last three years. The couple married at Keystone Ski Resort on the 6th December 2017. •

Simone is the lovely intelligent lady who does the digital stuff for the newspaper.

Congratulations on the arrival of young Charlie – which is making your Ed feel like a grand-dad! • The Dowel family, Simone, Harriet and Wes with new son Charlie. Pic – Danii Forde

Congratulations to Dr Mark on being recognised for his great service – again.

Pic – Courtesy the Medical Centre

COVID-19 update The Bogong Power Station Information Centre is closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Best wishes to Erica and Matthew Zagorski (correct, Dr. Mark’s son and daughter in law) on the birth of their new bub Avery Jane. Pic – Courtesy the family

For more information:

agl.com.au/hydro AGLCommunity@agl.com.au

03 5754 3222

TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS 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.

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.

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

REALITY CHECK If you have to wear a mask and glasses, you may be entitled to condensation!

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.

MISSING BOOK 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.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.

BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125 BUILDING & ELECTRICAL Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building service. Please cal Justin Mb: 0458 220 879.

CAKE MAKING & DECORATING Elene Wood at www.studioecakes.com.au in Tawonga – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: hello@studioecakes.com.au CAR DETAILING Give Steve a call in Tawonga South. Ph: 0423 499 086 CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES Oztek 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 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Altitude Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109 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.

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PHYSIOTHERAPY Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Therapy, 5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available.

HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

SAFETY SCAFFOLD Mount Beauty and Falls Creek area. Ph: 0418 578 500.

SECURE STORAGE From 2m x 2m through to 3m x 7m. Ph: 0418 578 500.

SPORTS MASSAGE Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au STORAGE Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units.

Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com TAXI The new number for the Mount Beauty Taxi is: 0448 753 014. The good news is the hours are extended.

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WHAT'S ON IN 2021

OUR COMMUNITY Remembrance Day 2021

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emembrance Day marks the end of fighting on the Western Front on November 11, 1918.

At the time, the anniversary was known as Armistice Day, in reference to the formal agreement the German leaders signed to end the war.

The name was changed to Remembrance Day after World War II ended in 1945. It has since become a day to remember the service and sacrifice of those who have died since World War I. Every year, one minute of silence is held at 11am (local time) on November 11.

The red poppy has been a symbol of remembrance and hope since World War I. In the barren, muddy battlefields of Western Europe, the bright red flowers grew in their thousands.

The sight of the resilient poppies inspired Canadian doctor Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae to write the poem In Flanders Fields, which gave its name to the now iconic Flanders poppy.

That poem, in turn, inspired American professor Moina Michael to wear a red poppy and raise money for veterans.

The practice soon spread in allied countries, including Britain, France, Canada and Australia and remains today.

Whilst COVID-19 has made life a little difficult around here, it’s obviously not as difficult as some of our diggers experienced.

(Think of that when you decide to vax – or not! Ed) Therefore and official Remembrance Day service has not been organised, several members will be at the Cenotaph to lay a wreath and piper Barry will be there.

Residents and Community Groups are able to place a wreath or floral tribute at the Cenotaph after 11am with due consideration of the current COVID-19 restrictions. •

Kinder & School Enrolments Now Open 3 and 4 year old Kinder available Call or email to organise a school tour Call - 57544468

Email - tawongaps@education.vic.gov.au

St Kilda Film Festival

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fter delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic, this popular selection of Australia’s top short films is back again this year, on Saturday November 20th in Mount Beauty Community Centre at 7:30pm.

Upper Kiewa Valley Regional Arts has secured this date on the Festival’s Victorian tour. Award Winners are shown in the first half of the show, and Director’s Choice films in the second. A total of 15 films will be projected on the big screen, ranging from a 3-minute documentary, to a 15-minute drama, with comedies and animations as well. Young, up-and-coming Directors feature. As the films haven’t been classified, under 15s should be accompanied by an adult. The usual bar will be open before the show and at interval. Patrons need to show evidence of Covid-19 double vaccination.

Tickets at $15 are available at Mount Beauty Hardware and Drapery or at the door. 7:30pm, Saturday November 20th at the Mount Beauty Community Centre.

For further information, contact Rollo Kiek, 03 57541750. •

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some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.

~ MAJOR UPCOMING EVENTS ~ OCT 30 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 NOV 6

The Outdoor School Bogong celebrates 50 years of providing excellent education to thousands of students. POSTPONED to a Date to be determined. Ph: 03 57543 1732

NOV 6

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

NOV 11 Remembrance Day Service. 10:45am The Cenotaph, Mount Beauty NOV 19-21 Ignition Mountain Bike Festival at Falls Creek.

The start of the official MTB season. Keep your eyes on: https://ignitionmtb.com.au/ NOV 27-29 Alpine Challenge 2021 https://www. runningwild.net.au/alpine-runs/alpinechallenge.html. POSTPONED Until 23rd

Dederang Races

and 24th April 2022.

The Mount Beauty & District Community Bank Dederang Picnic Races have been held annually since 1865 raising thousands of dollars for the local community through the efforts of local volunteers. The races attract spectators from all over the eastern states, maintaining its proud history and securing it’s standing as one of the premier picnic race meetings in country Victoria.

There is a six-race program, with the feature event the Milestone Dederang Cup. Once the horse racing is finished stay on to experience the spectacle that is the famous Dederang Mile. Speedsters of all ages put their bodies to the test and take on a full lap of the course proper under race conditions.

This is followed by the winner takes all Tug of War challenge.

Drive Through Café Open Weekdays 7am-2pm Dinner 5:30pm - 8pm Tuesday to Saturday

If you want to experience grass roots racing at its very best, we invite you to come along to our next race meeting on the 26th February 2022, for a day that promises be full of fun, fashion, fabulous food, bars, full TAB and strong bookmakers, with on ground entertainment for adults and children alike. Marquee and umbrella packages are available for groups of friends, family or corporate groups. Book your ticket to the races and your marquee or umbrella package online at https://country. racing.com/dederang for a great day out. •

MOTORING TIPS Regular Servicing is Vital!

An important part of owning and driving a motor car is the regular servicing required.

Understanding that regular servicing has lots of benefits and is cheaper in the long run.

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It helps with reliability of your car.

It adds to the value of your car.

It improves fuel economy.

The regular checks ensure safety.

It can save you unwanted expenses.

Bar open from 4pm Tuesday to Saturday

Now is a great time to book your vehicle in for a timely service and check!

PH: 03 5754 4888

Rick at Mount Beauty Service Centre

Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South

Or find us on Facebook!

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