Over the weekend of April 2nd & 3rd Team Mount Beauty will again be hosting Round Two of the Victorian Enduro Tour. Mount Beauty’s steep, fast, hand cut single track is unlike anything else in Victoria and has proved to be a real drawcard. If you thought gravity racing was popular last year, this year’s event registration was next level, selling out with over 350 riders signed up in less than 15 minutes.
In 2021 the Mount Beauty round saw world cup downhill racer Dean Lucas go head to head with good friend and Enduro World Series Rider Jack Moir. Dean took the win marginally over Jack.
In the months following our race Jack headed to Europe and went on to win the Enduro World Cup.
This year’s elite field will again be highly competitive. Local Ben McIlroy, riding for Commencal and Shimano, will be a favourite in the men’s category. Jeremy Hamilton and Hayden Stead will also be looking for a win after podium finishing in Round One at Falls Creek. Unfortunately local legend Chris Panozzo will not big racing due to injury. In the women’s field National Junior downhill champion Elise Empey riding with the Collab Race Team, will be on pace, but will need to work hard to keep ahead of Rachael Hore. Rachael has been putting plenty of work into the legs as a member of the Roxsolt Liv SRAM women’s continental team,
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
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The event will be held over two days. On Saturday 2nd April riders will practise on the six race stages and are provided with shuttle lifts to the top of the mountain bike park. Sunday 3rd April is race day and riders will be pushing their limits to get the fastest descent time on the six race stages.
As always Team Mount Beauty is well supported by local businesses, so riders and spectators alike can look forward to a terrific event atmosphere with coffee, catering and the CrankHandle Brewery bar on site on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Again this year, four of the six race stages will finish at the bottom of the mountain bike park near the Big Hill trail head facilities, providing an excellent opportunity for Sunday entertainment for spectators.
The event will impact on a large area of the mountain bike park and although the park will remain open to the public, we ask that non competitors avoid riding on the race stages. If you’re in the area and keen to ride it may be a great opportunity to try one of the other fantastic mountain bike parks in the region, or alternatively, just come along as a spectator and enjoy the great event atmosphere.
Parking at Big Hill will be different to normal during the event, so please follow the parking signage and if possible walk or ride your bike to the event to minimise parking congestion. Visitors wanting to do the gorge walk would be best to park near the visitor information centre and take the track around the back of the AGL terminal station opposite the information centre.
Team Mount Beauty would like to thank the following businesses for their support and contributions to the event prize pool.
Events like this draw on a large volunteer workforce. If community members are available and interested in helping out as a volunteer over the weekend please get in touch via email: info@tmb.org.au. Half day or full day shifts to choose, coffee and food provided on the day as well as a thank you dinner at Stockpot after the event. •
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“The Peaks Challenge has become a staple of Falls Creek’s Summer events season, and 2022 once again delivered a sensational event. Over 1800 riders registered to take on the gruelling 235km of distance and 4000m plus of elevation gain, and were graced with perfect weather and perfect riding conditions. And the action at Falls Creek continued throughout the day with our annual ‘Junior Peaks’, which saw 50 young riders taking on the 5-kilometre course, and a new record time being smashed!
Riders rose before the sun on a crisp but calm morning on Sunday 13th March for the thirteenth consecutive Peaks Challenge Falls Creek - the only Bicycle Network event that has not been postponed through the pandemic period.
Gathering nervously behind the all-electric Porsche Taycan lead vehicle, thanks to the first ever lead car partner Porsche Cars Australia, excitement soon filled the air as the riders started to speed down the mountain from Falls Creek to Mount Beauty.
Noticeably different from last year when supporters were encouraged to stay home for COVID safety reasons, this year the Falls Creek event village was buzzing with friends, family and supporters enjoying the sunshine and party atmosphere.
Another first for this year was the fastest finisher prize money for each age group, with each of the following riders taking home $200 for their impressive efforts:
18-30 year age bracket:
Female: Dione Wang.
Male: Jack Aitken (overall fastest male finishing time of 7:13:39)
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Formerly QT Falls Creek, our experienced local management team are very excited to bring you a fresh experience on the mountain.
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31-40 year age bracket:
Female: Hayley Gniel.
Male: Rod Redpath.
41-50 year age bracket:
Female: Emma Padovan (overall fastest female finishing time of 8:47:59).
Male: Chris Ling.
51-59 year age bracket:
Female: Bizzy Butterworth.
Male: Michael O’Keeffe.
60 plus year age bracket:
Female: Julie Cummings.
Male: Des Cullen.
The Bont Cycling King and Queen of Peaks Challenge, awarded to the fastest overall climbers on the day, were Jack Aitken and Emma Padovan.
Falls Creek Events Supervisor, James Eggleston said “Congratulations to all the Peaks riders, both those who finished, and especially those who didn’t, for taking on this challenge, there were certainly some inspired on-lookers who at least thought about giving it a crack next year!
And a huge thank you and congratulations to all the people, businesses and stakeholders on the mountain who helped build, accommodate, park, feed, water, and clean up. It was fantastic to see so many people (upwards of 3,500!) back in Falls Creek for another huge summer event.”
Bicycle Network General Manager of Events Caitlin Borchers said it was amazing to see so many people enjoy riding bikes together and thanked riders, supporters, family and friends for putting on a great show.
"Riders are ready for trying conditions at Peaks Challenge, but this year Falls Creek really turned on the perfect weather for all of the riders and supporters to enjoy a return to full capacity bike riding events" said Ms Borchers.
"A big thank you goes out to our alwaysamazing hosts at Falls Creek, as well as all of our event partners for helping pull off the most exciting Peaks in recent memory.
"Bicycle Network would also like to extend a special thank you to nearly 150 volunteers stationed at the village and around the course, who dedicated their time to make sure the riders had the best day possible on the bike." •
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“It was great to be able to deliver another renowned Falls Creek Longest Lunch on Friday the 18th of March, and it once again made for a fantastic dining experience by the picturesque Wallace’s Hut. Local legend Barry Iddles and his crew were once again the stars of the show, whipping up an incredible menu, with paired wines, for the 240 plus guests.
Wandering down the 750metre track from the car park to Wallace’s Hut, the anticipation was growing. To arrive at the hut and see tables beautifully set, white table cloths, quality glassware, and large table centre – ready to cater for the 240 guests was extraordinary – with a backdrop of the oldest hut on the Bogong High Plains and surrounded by the resilient Australian Alpine bush – a fabulous site for a three course lunch and matching wines!
The Longest Lunch has been something of an institution at Falls Creek, going back to some wonderful days on the balcony of the Falls Creek Country Club, then re-birthed to take in the splendour of the Bogong High Plains – whether at Pretty Valley, beside Rocky Valley Lake or around the iconic Wallace’s Hut.
Unlike last year when a team of ten (and support crew), the Steve Lee Fightback team rode from Melbourne to Mt McKay to raise money for Steve, and then rode in to the Longest Lunch, this year was a bit more sedate.
Even though the grey clouds wandered across the sky, the day remained warm, the atmosphere was warm and the delicious food arrived beautifully presented. Yes it was a fabulous Longest Lunch.
A huge thank you must also go to the volunteer team of dedicated helpers/ waiters/picker-uppers from Mount Beauty, especially the students from Mount Beauty Secondary College, who were the heartbeat behind the event, managing everything, from the food being prepared to the plates being cleared, like seasoned professionals! It was great to be able to sit down with old
Bottom Image: Renowned chef Barry Iddles from 360Q Restaurant in Queenscliff described his wonderful menu to an appreciative crowd.
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Defying the underdog tag, the Mount Beauty United Cricket Club Under 12s came away with the ultimate prize in the Cricket Albury Wodonga Grand Final played at Baranduda on Friday night. However, after finishing 4th on the ladder at the end of the home-and-away season, Mount Beauty had defeated neither top placed Tallangatta nor second placed Baranduda and a premiership appeared a distant prospect indeed. The Power delivered when it mattered though, first defeating Tallangatta in the preliminary final by 40 runs, then turning it on in the Grand Final with a stunning 30 run victory over Baranduda. Coach Greg ‘Cowboy’ McLennan said it was a win five years in the making. “We started five years ago with two U12 teams and we had very young players in there. Some, like Evvy
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LNiedzwiedzki, Carmela and Massimo Perri, Kirsty McLennan and Lincoln Wilson would remember getting thrashed every single game but they have kept training and improving each year and can now enjoy the spoils of victory.”
Focal lad Ben McIlroy is an up and coming Enduro mountain bike racer. Over the last two years he has progressed to be the fastest junior rider in Australia winning both the National Series and the National Championships in 2016. On March 26 Ben went and raced his first ever EWS (Enduro World Series) event in Rotorua, New Zealand. Prior to the event Matt Rousu caught up with Ben to chat about the race and his potential future in the mountain bike world.
MR: Is this your first overseas race?
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Ben: Yep, first overseas race, first EWS (Enduro World Series), so it’s going to be pretty exciting.
MR: Is it excitement or are you nervous?
alls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday 26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief
Ben: I’m probably a bit more nervous than excited. Excited to race overseas, but nervous because it’s such a big event.
MR: Have you heard anything about the tracks over in Rotorua, NZ?
In a bitter stroke of bad luck, COVID isolation rules denied regular keeper and star batter Evvy the chance to play in the Grand Final and her absence underlined the difficult task facing Mount Beauty. Out team then lost the toss and were sent in but regular openers Tom McCluskey and Massimo soon set about the bowling, scoring 25 and 23 respectively. Kirsty McLennan (13) and Lucas Anderson (11) kept up the pace with aggressive running between the wickets – a real highlight. Carmela then came in and belted 22 with contributions down the order from Lucy McCluskey (11), Ollie Anderson (7), Caleb Christie (6), Xander Hall (4) and Tully Duggan (7) assisting Lincoln ‘The Finisher’ Wilson (20) in getting the score to 162 off 20 overs.
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.
Ben: From what Chris (Panozzo) has said, they’re fast and there aren’t many rocks.
MR: How did you get into riding?
on to win U19 National Champs in Adelaide (with a time that would have knocked Troy Brosnan off the elite podium).
MR: How did you end up travelling and racing alongside Chris Panozzo (2 time Elite Gravity Enduro Australian champion)?
of the
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pressure on the Baranduda batters, in particular the dangerous middle-order duo of Seth Chant and Fletcher Carter, both of whom had posted scores of over 40 runs in previous matches. When Fletcher was run out by Xander for 21 and Seth bowled by Lucy (also for 21), the game was as good as over.
Ben: Pretty much because of my Dad,
A tight bowling performance and sharp fielding from the whole team kept the
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.
Ben: I first met Chris at a Victorian Enduro state round at Barjarg, I was still like Under 15s or Under 17s and I knew that he was a fast dude. I wanted to hang out with the fast guys so I wanted to hang out with Chris Panozzo. I remember at Barjarg the shuttles were always a bit delayed, we were hanging out down the bottom for so long that we nearly missed our race runs. When we got to the top, everyone was wondering where we’d been. He was just like “Ah we’ve just been chilling at the bottom.” So that felt pretty cool.
“The kids deserve to be congratulated for a wonderful premiership win and for the great spirit and camaraderie with which they play the game,” Greg said. “I owe a big thank-you to the parents and supporters for driving the kids all over the place for games and helping out with all the jobs we need to attend to on match day. Also, a big shoutout to Will at Tawonga South Butchery for the match day snags throughout the entire season. Hopefully we can go back-to-back next year.” •
After that he invited me to travel with him to the next round at Narbethong. During that trip we decided not to race any more of the Vic series. I thought that I wouldn’t really continue racing but then Chris invited me to Toowoomba. That was my first national race and from then on we just became mates and he invited me along to all
A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some wine and a light BBQ will be provided, but we ask that you bring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. • Trade Fair @ Falls Creek
Ben: and to finish as much probably my first such
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Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity
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Most of us are awed by the readiness of people to help others affected by natural disasters such as fire or flood. On a daily basis we hear about community members in flood-affected areas in Queensland and NSW taking out their small boats, kayaks and canoes to help neighbours from their roof, rescuing stranded pets, or helping to clean their houses.
It’s wonderful to see this generosity but it is probably true that most of these Good Samaritans are putting their own safety at risk because they have no training in this kind of rescue and helping-hand work.
The Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre wants to ensure that if we experience a natural disaster in the Upper Kiewa Valley that at least some of the people who help their neighbours have the skills required to ensure their own safety. The Centre is holding three two-day work safe courses: Safe Chemical User; Whitecard and Chainsaw Management. These courses are all TAFE accredited.
Completing the courses will mean not only that you will be able to help your community at times of natural disasters in greater safety, but also that you will get nationallyrecognised certificates to help you get a job.
FOR
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.
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.
Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.
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.
The Safe Chemical User course deals with safe preparing and handling of chemicals and is required for a Victorian Agricultural Chemical Users Permit. It covers topics including determining the need for chemical use; preparing application/spray plan; preparing chemical mixes; calibrating application equipment; applying chemicals; cleaning equipment and completing records; transport and handling of chemicals and biological agents; and, safe storage of chemicals.
This course will be held on Thursday, March 31 and Thursday, April 7 at the Centre from 9am – 5pm.
The White Card Course deals with occupational health and safety issues (OHS) and is a mandatory certificate for anyone wishing to work in the building industry. Topics covered include: recognising and reporting construction hazards and risks; relaying OHS issues to other team members; understanding safety signs and symbols; understanding the basic principles of risk management; and, understanding emergency procedures.
This course will be held on Thursday, April 21 at the Centre from 9.00am – 5.00pm.
The Chainsaw Management Course is designed for people working in the basic
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Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. 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.
WORK AVAILABLE
A couple of months work available doing general handyman type work, including painting and other jobs- which could possibly lead to full winter employment for the right person. Ph: Barry: 0418 578 500.
PHONE TIP
Next time you answer a call from an unknown number, just whisper “It’s done, but there’s blood everywhere!” Then hang up!
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.
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
operation of chainsaws and Pole saws for basic cross-cutting. The two-day course provides skills in chainsaw operation and safe working practices for people with limited chainsaw experience.
Skills covered include: chainsaw selection; personal protective equipment selection and use; safety procedures and guidelines; sharpening and maintaining chainsaws; site assessment, cross-cutting procedures; Pole saw operations; and trimming and felling trees.
The dates for the Chainsaw Management Course is yet to be set.
Anyone interested in completing the course should contact the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre by phone (03) 5754 1166, or in person. Some free places will be offered on application. •
In Simmonds Creek Road, one fairly flash timer watch with a leather band. Give me a call on 0400 350 488 if you thinks it’s yours.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Our dear friend and recently departed Bill Sutton spent a lot of his working life in the SEC – especially in Power Station Tours and the Information Centre. In this role he greatly assisted Dr Ruth Lawrence in the preparation of her thesis titled ‘The Interaction between the Land Use, the Environment and the Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985.’ This is a fantastic record of the area and in appreciation, a hard bound copy was given to Bill to be kept for this community. It has been lent out and not returned and this notice will hopefully remind someone. Your editor has purchased a digital copy from the University of Melbourne for reference purposes but we would all like to see the original hardbound copy returned to the community. Phone 0400 350 488 if you can help.
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 St, 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.
A new community and key stakeholder reference group has been formed to advise North East Water (NEW) on site locations for critical new water infrastructure to be built in Mount Beauty.
The reference group will focus on the Raw Water Offtake Project, and is made up of 13 community members and seven representatives from key agencies including the Alpine Shire.
Managing Director, Jo Murdoch, said NEW had received a great response to the expressions of interest process with 24 community submissions. As a result, the number of community members has increased by three.
“We have a fantastic cross-section of the community including residents, business representatives, community organisations and the town’s action group,” Ms Murdoch said.
“Key agencies will also participate including Alpine Shire Council, Department of Health, Country Fire Authority, Goulburn Murray Water and the North East Catchment Management Authority.
“The reference group will be independently facilitated by one of the country’s leading community engagement specialists and will meet at least four times over the coming months.
“Our first meeting was held on 23 March 2022, where members will help set the terms of reference on the group’s function.
“Reference group members will be able to share their expertise and knowledge, discuss opportunities and risks, and provide advice to North East Water about potential locations of the offtake.
“This is a crucial and time sensitive project for the town, and we are aiming for the advice of
the reference group to be passed to our Board for a final location decision by mid-year.”
“The community can keep up-to-date with the project by following the reference group’s progress online, or in person at our Friday information kiosks outside the Mount Beauty Community Centre between 10am and 2pm.”
Project information is located on the Corporation’s website at: www.newater.com.au/ mtbeauty. •
The Outdoor School at Bogong Village is this weekend celebrating its 50th anniversary. Over these years, thousands of kids have benefitted from the great work put in by many wonderful staff. COVID-19 has put the kibosh of the planned major celebration, but the day will go ahead in a less formal manner. The rough plans for the day will be:
10am – meet and greet.
10:30 am – welcome to country performed by John Murray, and we will be launching our Reconciliation Action Plan.
11am – morning tea, and tours of the school. 11:30am – book launch, a short photo history and anecdotes “to follow footprints through mountains.”
12 – 1:30pm – free lunch available, school tours of Bogong’s Backyard, and meeting the animals, throughout the afternoon.
1pm - 3pm – ipad sustainability tour, ipad Nokarra indigenous tour.
2pm – rock climbing – come and try.
The Bogong Power Station will be open from 10am to 3pm for visitors. Everyone is welcome to what will be a relaxed and informal 50 year celebration of our history. •
Fridays: 3pm - 11pm. Dinner from 5:30pm. Woodfire pizzas 5pm - 8pm. Community Raffles from 5:30pm. (Draw begins at 7pm)
Saturdays: 12noon -11pm. Lunch 12noon - 2pm. Dinner from 5:30pm. Live Music: 3pm - 6pm. 26/3 The Stents! | 2/4 Josh Campbell $13 Cocktail Specials on Saturdays and Sundays!
Sundays: 12noon - 11pm. Lunch 12noon - 2pm. Dinner from 5:30pm. Mondays & Tuesdays - CLOSED
Wednesdays: 3pm - 9pm. Dinner from 5:30pm. Thursdays: 3pm - 9pm. Dinner from 5:30pm. Texas Hold em Poker! 7pm start.
WHERE 2D Tawonga Crescent. WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.
HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
CONTACT Ph: 03 5754 3400
Em: enquiries@mbmc.com.au
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WHO Doctors: Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Brett Goodsall & Damian Heman
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 41 years of service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
COVID-19 Restriction changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.
MAR 26 Australian Grand Traverse. 30km from Falls Creek to Hotham. Starts 7am Slalom Plaza. Via Ruined Castle, Alpine Walking Track to Charlie Derrick’s hut then a detour to Spargo’s Hut and up to the General. https://www.peakadventure.com.au/ agt or Mb: 0409 786 237.
MAR 26 Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am at the Mount Beauty Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Ave.
MAR 26 Lend a Hand! Ho Ho, it’s off to help we go – at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre – this Saturday from 8am. Fun and a free lunch guaranteed. Painting and general maintenance and lots of jobs for lots of hands. Tennis Court Avenue, Mount Beauty. Ph: 03 5754 1166.
MAR 26 50th Birthday Celebrations of the Bogong Campus of the Outdoor School. The new date is a function of Covid restrictions impacting on our original date. See further detail in this paper. Page XX.
APR 8 Start Victorian School Holidays. Easter is 15th to 18th April.
APR 14-18 Mount Beauty Art Group Annual Easter Art Show. Mount Beauty Community Centre. Official Opening 7pm Thurs 14th. From 10am daily.
APR 16-17 Falls Creek Easter Festival. Visit https://www.fallscreek.com.au/ whats-on/events-activities-summer/
APR 23-24 Alpine Challenge – running the Bogong High Plains over distances of 100 mile, 100km, 60km, 42km, 25km, 16km, 10 km – either as individuals, Teams or in a relay challenge. Further Info at: https:// www.runningwild.net.au/alpine-runs/ alpine-challenge.html
APR 25 ANZAC Day March and Service 9:45am at the Cenotaph followed by the traditional celebrations at West Peak Hotel.
MAY 2-3 Trade Fair @ Falls Creek – open for all members of the hospitality industry and taking place at St Falls Resort, Falls Creek. Further enquiries to: 0400 350 488
