This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 10 September 2021

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SPRING EDITION FOURTEEN

FRIDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2021

Our Wonderful World!

Take a moment to appreciate what we have… Another fabulous pic by Chris Hocking.

Doing the 42km Hoppet your way: Aleksandr Dubinin did his 42km on roller skis in Russia; Jane Scheer did her 42km on XC skis at Perisher and Franco Landra did his 42km on the bike in Italy. Pics – all courtesy of the athletes.

FROM THE CEO Pushing Through

to move through it and make that choice have been defining moments in all annals of history. The Australian snow sports industry is at that point. It could be a breaking point or an opportunity to pivot, but one thing is certain, the industry is too big to fail, too important to the regional economies that surround the mountains and too special to so Round One of the GE National Series many people.

T 2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES he good news this week is that the Geelong Cats have made it to the preliminary finals, following a resounding victory over the GWS Giants.

However, by the time you’re reading this, their path to the Grand Final will most likely have been sealed.

Round One - Falls Creek

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will be staged this weekend, beginning

The personification of all that embodies with practice sessions from 11am Friday. perseverance, dealing with adversity and the Duringitthe coursewas of no themore weekend, character unearths evidentseveral of the trails will of beFalls closed to general riders than recent footage Creek’s favourite although Blue Dirt That’s will have shuttles son, Steve Lee, skiing! right.

This running Mountain Bikealbeit Australia in conjunction with Spring skiing, this season, truncated, on Friday fromthe11am and again on week, Steve with help to of 6pm his family ​Steve Lee on one of his very popular Back Country Falls Creek Resort Management are pleased will allow that final opportunity to work Saturday from 9am Costmore is $50 per and friends got back up to on5pm. ski’s. Not Tours. Pic – Danii Forde to Round of the 2017 onpresent the goggle tan, One get that final fewGravity runs daytwelve or $90 for 2 after days.having Go tosuffered www.bluedirt. than months a Enduro Series.

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On Sunday the trails will But is grateful he is here. And so are we all.” wide Round Two being held Stromlo (sorrywith Metro Melbourne – we’ll seeatyou next time to be on smelling roseshas during this weekend’s be closed to the general public, but will So, inNoreflecting whatthe Steve achieved Steve’s life changed, dramatically, on Forest ACT some in May. Round willwine be at Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech. year), enjoy of the best Three food and progressively open as the different sections and overcome this past year, it can remind 6, 2020. A professional Balingup WA June; Round Four will go to September available in theinVictorian ski industry. of theWorld eventCup are completed.

Pretty Valley us all,Point that on nothe matter what weSpur. are going Frying Pan The aim of the winner, 3x Olympian, Rockhampton in July and the final round will athlete, Road will also have closures and be subject tothrough, there is inspiration all The ups and downs of this season have backcountry guide, mentor and friend game is to ride each sectionaround no fasterus,than the be held on Woodford Island, on the Clarence anyone be travelling this time case, allowed, right hereand in Falls Creek. pushed everyone involved in the industry to delays many, should faced the unthinkable, the back from and in fastest no slower than the set River in northern NSW in August. the horse yards or Pretty Valley to breaking point. The emotional, mental, unfathomable. He went from beingPondage. able to slowest time.

Then they do the competitive bit, In no small part, what Steve has achieved The popularity mountain continues doNow physical, and notofto mention,biking financial all these to Enduro fighting is fora his life. sort would thisthings, Gravity different before riding to the start of the next competitive not have been possible without a to grow. From the great of operators some Mount adversity experienced byefforts business of mountain bike racing to what we know dedicated, bit without beating exceeding the times committed andorjust as resilient In the words of his sister, Kerry Lee-Dodd Beauty locals in thefelt 90’sdeeply.

- to hosting the and staff, has been However, as Downhill or Cross Country.

The Gravity permitted.

At the time of going to print, the family and tribe of supporters and “His life will never be the same. What he Nationals 2000to,- to thepersevered, point where those within theFeb ability have Enduro is both.

The athletes will start with professionals.

Having that support network final course had not been set, but they look like in this year is nothing short of we the best the country hasa achieved theyhave havesome keptofgoing and tracks pushedinthrough, warm upEvery ride medico from Slalom Plaza, out the is critical, professional help.

Please Well, then takingsointoo, High Voltage and Wishing miraculous. and therapist can’t -despite both inthe Mount hurt. Beauty and in Falls Creek. refer heading to the advertisement this paper,that withbefore Bogong High Road, up Pretty to Flowtown,incompleting believe where he is.Plains Is it enough, no!?the Will it The growth and the success means we can resources that are accessible to provide help Valley Road and then across to the Trig heading to Thunderbolt and then to Generator It has been said, that adversity builds ever be enough, who knows? But I admire his continue to host fabulous events. and assistance. and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza. character, whilst it also reveals character. fight, sense of humour and still exceptional Sound a pretty easy Having the guts to persevere, to push on, generosity. He has his down moments too.

If you’d like like to contribute to day!! the fundraiser for Steve, please go here: The weekend’s program sort of goes like this.

National Enduro Series In betterhenews, by theGravity time you’re reading actsis as qualifying the this, there thethe likelihood that series the liftsforwill Enduro See mention be spinning into World the endSeries. of the official snow in the article with season, October 3rd.Ben McIlroy.

WHEN THE BRIGHT YELLOW FLAGS ARE OUT Open

by Appointment – WE’RE OPEN!

For Groups, Clubs etc Locate right beside the bottom station of Halley’s Comet Chairlift!

Phone: 03 5758 1200

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 the Falls Creek Museum.

Please try to in allow 24hours notice.

4 Slalom Street, southern end of the Panabode building.

For further information: Phone: 03 5758 1202 for further information www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Facebook/fallscreekmuseum Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum

Saturday: 9am to 16:00 is compulsory practice. https://asf.org.au/communities/snow-australia/ 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info steve-lee-fightback/

Tent open. 17:00 to 17:30 is rider briefing.

From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last or your canRestaurant donate through Creek Plaza.

Hoot and the BarFalls in Slalom Resort Entry portal when your purchase Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider Briefing and Timing resortactivation. entry. 8:30am to 1430pm Trails Open for competition.1500 Now,GE make the most of the to last1630 few Presentations. days of the season andinto get out there.

• would like to enjoy If you’re biking and some goodCEO action, be at Falls Creek this Stuart Smythe, Further detail from 03 5758 1200. • Falls weekend.

Creek Resort Management https://au.gofundme.com/f/steveleefightback

FALLS CREEK Open For Business

www.fallscreek.com.au Accommodation Alpha Lodge

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

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

Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation.

Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.

Cedarwood Apartments

Fully self contained apartment accommodation Schuss Street Ph: 5758 3393.

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Falls Creek Country Club

Fully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night.

Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au.

QT Hotel Falls Creek

Outdoor Activities

Snowski Apartments

Shopping

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 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

Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation.

Fully licensed. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3800.

Viking Lodge

Self-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites.

On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop.

Free Wi-Fi. Ph. 03 5758 3247.

Dining & Bar BE Foodstore

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.

Falls Creek Foodworks

For all licensed supermarket lines - located in lower level, St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pm daily. Ph: 03 5758 3009.

Child Care

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.

Visitor Information

Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2021 Edition FOURTEEN Upstairs Resort Management Office (above day shelter) Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends

XC NEWS A Request

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t the time of writing this Dan Andrews still has Falls Creek closed to all visitors, so for the lucky few living here, and the Australian Cross Country Ski Team, can all take advantage of great spring weather, zero crowds and continued trail grooming by Falls Creek Resort Management.

Sources deep in the Andrew’s government are suggesting it may not be too much longer and Kiewa Valley locals should be xc skiing again, or maybe not.

Regardless, I thought it might be timely to remind people about courtesy when it comes to using the groomed xc trails.

Especially in spring conditions, please stay off the freshly groomed trails in the late afternoon, this applies to walkers and skiers.

The foot print and ski marks are deep due to the soft spring snow and then quickly freeze as the temps drop, making for very difficult skiing the next morning.

When out walking and enjoying our back yard, please keep to the side of the freshly groomed tracks.

Pic – Courtesy Falls Creek XC

Let’s hope we will all be up there soon, skiing in one of the best back yards in the country! •

If you are walking on the trails please keep to one side and avoid the classic tracks, once again chewed up tracks make for challenging skiing.

The groomers spend a lot of time and effort redoing the trails every night and become frustrated when walkers and skiers unnecessarily destroy their work.

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Take away Dinners on selected nights!

Goodies available on the website: www.milchcafebar.com Phone: 03 5758 3407 4 Schuss Street, Falls Creek

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Please do not text - make sure you talk to a person!

Check our Facebook page for updates in what's happening in Kiewa Valley FB: Mt Beauty Take Out

summit ridge restaurant

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5pm – 8pm Seven Days a Week

A mix of Pastas, Soup and Souvlaki – as well as our sourdough loaves!

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Great Pizza and Burgers Phone your orders through

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KANGAROO HOPPET The Best Way!!!

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he Kangaroo Hoppet has wrapped up for another year with a great participation level and many wonderful stories from a virtual event.

Way back in the sunny and free days of February, the Organising Committee decided to again offer a virtual Hoppet so that overseas skiers could keep up their involvement with the event despite being locked out of the country.

By June, the committee were still thinking along the lines of offering a real event for Victorians, plus folk from within the Border Bubble and the ACT, but by early August, reality set in and the Virtual Hoppet became the only offering. The option of a refund or transfer of entry to 2022 and free entry to the virtual event was offered to all those who had entered the actual event. Only 5% have asked for a refund, which is a wonderful vote of confidence in our event.

HOME DELIVERY NOW AVAILABLE! ~ Falls Creek & the Upper Kiewa Valley ~ 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.

 https://bit.ly/2XHzpze  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

LOCAL TALENT Great Success

when I was about 12 I started showing more interest in racing. I went to a few of ocal lad Ben McIlroy is an up and the Victorian Enduro events but after a coming Enduro mountain bike couple of years that series kind of fell apart. racer. Over the last two years he has I then stared racing the national series. progressed to be the fastest junior rider in MR: How many national events have you Australia winning both the National Series raced? and the National Championships in 2016.

Ben: My first national year in 2015. I raced On March 26 Ben went and raced his first three events, Toowoomba, Adelaide, and ever EWS (Enduro World Series) event in ​National team coach and a few of the senior members head out around Sun Valley arm offor thethe Hoppet course Canberra andthe placed 3rd overall series.

Rotorua, New Zealand. Prior to the event to do their ‘virtual’ Hoppet. Pic - Andrew Kromar Matt Rousu caught up with Ben to chat In 2016 I raced the Bright, Perth and about the race and attracted his potential future in The Virtual Hoppet almost 1200 The activities andseries stories werewinning as diverse Adelaide National events all the mountain bike world. as theand locations world.

As three the U19from seriesacross overall.the I then went entries with 31 countries and all Australian on win National Champswalking, in Adelaide welltoas theU19 expected running, MR:and Is this your first overseasrepresented, race? states mainland territories (with a time that would haveand, knocked Troy cycling, mountain biking for those and agesYep, from just a few months 83.

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Excited to race overseas, but bythan a grand group of participants: Argentina, state round at Barjarg, I was still like Under a wheelchair on the rail trail in the Ovens nervous becauseCzechia, it’s such Dubai, a big event.

Austria, Canada, Estonia, 15s or Under 17s andbeach I knewrunning that he was Valley, or a 21km sloga fast MR: Have you Germany, heard anything about the Finland, France, Iceland, India, dude.

I wanted to hang out with the fast guys (well done Barb Plant!). Altitudes ranged tracks Israel, over inItaly, Rotorua, NZ? Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, so I wanted to hang out with literally from sea level (oneChris lady Panozzo. swam 7km Ben: From what (Panozzo) has said, Netherlands, New Chris Zealand, Norway, Iatremember at Barjarg the three shuttles wereasalways Middle Park, taking days she they’reSlovakia, fast and Slovenia, there aren’t manyAfrica, rocks.

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Spain, UK and the bottom for so long that we nearly missed our to 3000 metres (a Swiss skier doing 42km race runs.

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Jussi from was wondering where we’d been. He was Finland paddled a sea kayak for 93km over just like “Ah we’ve just been chilling at the two days in the gulf of Bothia. bottom.” So that felt pretty cool.

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KANGAROO HOPPET AGL also invest in athlete scholarships each ear that support the aspirations of Australian skiers to compete internationally (more on this topic in a later edition).

The Mount Beauty and District Bendigo Community Bank have recently joined the Hoppet as a major sponsor and have been vital in supporting the event through the COVID disruptions.

Falls Creek Resort Management have maintained vital support for the actual skiing event through financial, logistical support and preparation of great trails for the event and during the season. All major sponsors of the Hoppet are vital to the ongoing sustainability of the event and the Hoppet Organising Committee and skiing community are genuinely appreciative of their support.

While a great way to get motivated to do some exercise, the Virtual Hoppet was primarily aimed at keeping connected during our second year of pandemic restrictions. Many participants shared their stories on the Facebook page Kangaroo Hoppet – Do It Your Way. Take some time to check it out as there are so many great stories from the valley and around the world.

​ bove: Lee Duggan and the two kids Beau and Tully A did their 7km Joey together. Pic – Courtesy the family Left: Malcolm McKinnon did his Joey in the wheelchair. Pic – Courtesy the family

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Next year… surely the event will run on snow as before! It will be a big celebration for the Hoppet as 27th August will be the 30th staging of the event. Keep it in mind, and get those skiing muscles sorted during summer and help us celebrate this amazing event in 2022! •

• Sniffer dog tracking of Termites • Rodents • Spiders • Wasps - and all other pests that crawl or fly!

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Ph: 1300 559 799 Mb: 0427 914 909

It is a credit to the organisers and a thanks to everyone around the world that the virtual Hoppet has kept people in touch and has added a fantastic positive element to a somewhat difficult winter. Well done everyone! Ed

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Clothing, Boots, Work wear, Insulation, Heaters!

If you need it, we have it – or we’ll get it!

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

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COMMUNITY PAVILLION FOR THE KIEWA VALLEY Plus Improved Golf Club Facilities

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he Upper Kiewa Valley could soon have a brand-new community facility and function centre overlooking the scenic 18th green of the Mount Beauty Golf Club.

The 2019-2020 Black Summer Bushfires impacted many lives across Australia and in the Upper Kiewa Valley. In support of local community recovery needs, the proposal for the Upper Kiewa Valley Recreation & Community Hub (UKVRC Hub) was formed, for which the Club is now seeking funding through the Commonwealth Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants program.

The proposed Hub comprises of a Community Pavillion - a flexible space dedicated to community use for events, functions; a Club Pavillion - an open space designed for a multitude of uses, incorporating player facilities; and a Food and Beverage Pavillion - a quality, retail restaurant, open to all, to be run by a commercial operator.

Chair of the sub-committee working on the project, Stephen Short, said the Club believes the facility would be a valuable asset to the entire community.

“With the original clubhouse built by volunteers in the 1950s, it’s been a dream of the Club to provide a contemporary facility for players and visitors, and the wider community, for a long time,” Mr Short said.

FALL LINES Hard Waste Collection

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alls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday 26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Schematic Design The Upper Kiewa Valley Recreation & Community Hub (Mount Beauty Golf Club)

Summer Debrief It has been a record year for visitation this

Thesummer proposed Community and Function Centre to overlook the 18th hole at the Mount Beauty Golf Club. and ResortFacility Management would

like to get your feedback on events, visitor

demographic, mountain biking and general “The aim of the Club is to expand our local observations. community benefit beyond fitness and mental healthyou forare players to include the Therefore invited to join the greater community, and we believe a facility relevant Resort Management personnel andis other members the community that welcoming and of available to use by for a season debriefwill meeting. allsummer community members be a fantastic asset tomeeting our region.”

This will take place on

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village

“With facility, we ofwho course Bowlaatbrand Falls new Creek for anyone wishes would also love to see an increase in golf at Wednesday 26th April from 9:30am to to attend and pay tribute.

Commencing If around funding11:30am is approved, theBoardroom new facilityabove in the participation membership numbers, 12 noon, theand afternoon will reflect Lyn’s would provideina QT. range of social, economic Foodworks enormous contribution to Falls including being able to offer socialCreek. Some and health benefits to the local community. wine and a light BBQ the willlongevity be provided, If you have any specific agenda items, please memberships, to ensure of our Inemail the first instance, the build would but we ask that you bring other beverages http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. Club,” Mr Short said. provide construction andyou theallongoing and also a plate to share. In the case of wet We look forward tojobs seeing there. • management of the facility would offer a a contingency planto will be in the place.

“Ifweather, successful, we will be able market wide range of employment opportunities.

Friends golf are welcome to wider pass this invite on facilities, course and township as and it is understood that members of Lyn’s a destination for events such as corporate In addition, theUKVRA facilitypresents… would foster family will be in attendance. • retreats, conferences and workshops in order increased visitation and visitor expenditure Fairvisitors @ Falls Creek in the region, an increase in demand for toTrade attract new to the region.”

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local accommodation and a new business Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many e opportunity for a commercial food and Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw. beverage provider. Importantly, the fo A Life toPavillion Remember Community provides a new space to forAuse by over 80 local community celebration of Lyn’s Life will takegroups. place

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ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ of winter offering a 15% discount – Invoiced four Editions 24 in advance. dates are: 11.06.21, hoursInvoice for emergencies WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au 30.07.21 27.08.21. • $250 per Adult04.07.21, + $45 per& Day Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff WHO

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$140 per Child + $35 per Day ENQUIRIES ** More Benefits in 2017**

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Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

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

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Ph/Fax: 03 5754 1346

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

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FALL LINES The Hub has already received strong support from local community groups and businesses, including local hospitality providers, as well as the Federal Member for Indi, Dr Helen Haines MP, State Member for Benambra, Mr Bill Tilley MLA, Alpine Shire Council, Alpine Health, Mount Beauty Chamber of Commerce and Golf Australia.

The Club has also received a financial pledge of $200,000 from the Mount Beauty and District Community Bank should the grant application be successful.

“Developing the project with local support and participation has been a big focus for the Club, as we want to make sure our local business owners and community members share our vision and see the value this facility will bring to our region,” Mr Short said.

The Mount Beauty Golf Course, which is fully maintained by volunteers, encompasses an 18-hole course and clubhouse with 135 members. It currently attracts around 1000 visiting players each year.

For further information, have a look at the dedicated page on the Club website or if you wish to register your support for this project, please e-mail: ukvrchub@ mtbeautygolfclub.org.au. •

Great to seen an eleven-year-old mastering some great ariels up on the Village during our lock down! Pic Courtesy the family.

Young Achiever Here is a great image we can use to provide some inspiration and a positive vibe through the recent lockdowns we’ve all experienced. We can also use it to show that we can still achieve things that we’ve set out to achieve and not let coronavirus get the better of us. Young Jasper Wong, (11yrs) has worked hard in training and performed his first backflip on snow, with ideal conditions a couple of weeks back.

Jasper is a student at Falls Creek PS, and is also involved in Falls Creek Race Club. •

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.

A TOUCH OF HUMOUR Beer Bottle: “You break me, you get one year of bad luck!”

Mirror: “You kiddin’ me? You break me, then y’all get seven years of bad luck!”

Condom: “Hahaha…” (Condom walks away laughing!)

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.

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

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.

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

HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

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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 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.

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Lock-Down changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.

Community Sponsorship Program

SEP 17 Start of the Victorian School Holidays.

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ound 2 of 2021 Community Bank - Mount Beauty & District community sponsorship program is now open, and closes on 30th September.

Like many others throughout the wider community, so many of our local clubs, groups and organisations have been forced to suspend their operations and activities due to the necessary COVID-19 lockdowns. However, it seems that restrictions on movement and activities may be gradually eased. This will give hope and will allow planning to re-start. New equipment and facilities can be planned for.

New projects put forward for community enjoyment. Such things may need financial support, and that is where the Community Bank - Mount Beauty & District may be able to help with funding to assist with projects to benefit our local communities.

Application forms are available in paper form from the community bank premises at 28 Hollonds Street Mount Beauty or by email from: kmmcel@westnet.com.au Applications need to be lodged no later than 30th September. For further information, phone the Community Bank – Mount Beauty & District on 03 5754 4484, or the Company Secretary on 0437 693 333. •

Tennis Anyone The Mount Beauty Tennis Club is keen to hear from anyone who may be interested in playing in the upcoming Kiewa and Talgarno District Tennis Association summer competition. The pennant usually occurs each Saturday between late October and February with a 2 week break over the Christmas period. The senior competitions commence at 1pm with section 1 for more competitive players and section 2 a little more relaxed. Senior teams consist of 6 players of a mixed gender make up. The junior competitions commence at 9am with section 3 (usually older more experienced juniors) and section 4 (younger less experienced players). Four players of any gender are required each week for the junior teams. The club intends to enter a Section one team for the first time in many years if a couple more male players can be found.

For more information or to register your interest please contact: Andrea Moorman (0459 780 079) or Mish Forrer (0417 206 672). •

OCT 2

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

OCT 3​​

Daylight saving time 2021 in Victoria will begin at 2am on Sunday, 3 October.

OCT 3

Official Close if the declared snow season in Victoria.

OCT 4​​

Kids are back to school and the beginning of Term Four.

OCT 7​

Thursday. Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association Annual General Meeting.

7:30pm in the AUDITORIUM@ informationcentre on the Bogong High Plains Rd. To be confirmed.

OCT 15 This Week in Falls Creek and Mount Beauty Summer Edition One hits the streets. If you need something in the paper, make sure it is to the editor by the Friday prior.

~ MAJOR UPCOMING EVENTS ~ 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.

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

PUBLIC NOTICE

For more information:

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

This paper, and our contributors, are working extremely hard to be positive and care for the people in our community.

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MOTORING TIPS

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.

Regular Servicing is Vital!

Therefore, if you are feeling a little down – then you seek out the best advice possible.

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MEDICAL SERVICES

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WHERE Bottom of Gully Chairlift.

WHERE Tawonga Crescent.

WHEN Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref: J6)

WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday

10am – 12noon Saturdays.

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

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 F ​ ully accredited General Practice with 42 years of service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

Phone consultations are an option. Call either number for an appointment!

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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.

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

A Motoring Tip brought to you by

Rick at Mount Beauty Service Centre

39 Bogong High Plains road, Mount Beauty

Ph: 03 5754 4261

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