This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 5 August 2022

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A Happy Team at Falls Creek!

We just happen to love it up here! Thanks team. Pic – Courtesy FCRM ​​Left:​Another cameo shot – Jack Arthur on the Summit. Pic – Riley Matthews ​​Right: ​Can it get any better? Pic - Courtesy FCRM

FRIDAY 5TH AUGUST 2022

2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES FROM THE CEO Round One of the GE National Series Round One - Falls Creek

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Rockhampton in July and the final round will be on the Woodford Island, the Clarence Ofheld course, quantum of theon parking River in northern NSW20-fold in August. challenge has increased since that first meeting.

In the of 1960 winter season, total The popularity mountain biking acontinues of grow.

5932 vehicles entered the resort for the to From the great efforts of some Mount season, locals carrying Total season Beauty in 25,831 the 90’sskiers.

- to hosting the parking ticket sales were- just 6 (@£5).

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10-year average is up 100%. So, to any of those people who

will be staged this weekend, beginning

can’t understand the resort havingFriday. to The development cost is obviously lower the with practicewhy sessions fromis11am close on the occasional weekend, this should During the course of the weekend, several less engineering is needed. But as we are on explain Withwill eightbeweeks of the season riders the side of a mountain, it’s inevitable there of theit.trails closed to general remaining, it is not outside the realms of runningwill be clearing, filling, flattening, retaining, although Blue Dirt will have shuttles probability that we will see over 500,000 on Friday from 11am to 6pm and again on battering etc. Not to mention the need to skier days forfrom the season and moreCost thanis $50 per find native vegetation offsets for the clearing Saturday 9am to 5pm. of the land before any such work can be 100,000 vehicles enter the resort for season day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt. undertaken. So, just adding a few more 2022. A record season by any measure. com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will spacesNoisn’t as simple as many people seem to time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s closed for to the 1900+ generalspaces public, but will So,bedemand currently think.Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech. progressively open as the different sections ‘marked’ within the resort boundary are at the above, the quandary faced is there’s a premium.

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Pretty Valley As per Point on the Frying Pan Spur. The aim of the to any flat land available, and where byRoad the recently sealed shed’ lotsbeatsubject tolittle game will also have‘green closures and is to ride each section no faster than the is, this is already utilised. For example, Howman’s Gap, which outside the from therefastest delays should anyonealthough be travelling back time allowed, and no slower than the set the Nordic Bowl, this space alone could resort boundary provide much needed spill the horse yards or Pretty Valley Pondage. slowest time.

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Bogong High Plains Road, up the Pretty

Now, the average ‘car then park’ across is anywhere Valley Road and to the Trig between 12-35sqm per space, plus associated access/egress infrastructure.

WHEN THE BRIGHT YELLOW FLAGS ARE OUT Open

by Appointment

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– 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

heading to Flowtown, completing that before

Whatheading about atomulti storey carand park?

This Thunderbolt then to Generator has been evaluated, modelled, and priced. and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza.

The major funding a $35m+ Soundchallenge, like a pretty easy day!! development and achieving sufficient returns, weekend’s program sort of goes whilstThe pricing the facility appropriately andlike this.

Saturday: 9am to 16:00 compulsory practice. not further compounding theiscost of a skiing 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info experience.

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

The resort management board is constantly From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last scoping development opportunities to Hoot Restaurant and Bar in Slalom Plaza. enhance the resort amenity and its product 9am Rider Briefing and Timing offer.Sunday: But with8am anytodevelopment also comes activation.

8:30am to 1430pm Trails Open for the need to evaluate parking spaces. Note, to 1630site Presentations. thereGE havecompetition.1500 been no new, greenfield developments in the resort since 2008!

If you’re into biking and would like to enjoy

some good action, be simple at Fallsratio Creek Nonetheless, there is a very of this weekend.

Further detail from 03 5758 car parks to the number of beds in the resort,1200. •

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.

Falls Creek Country Club

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

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

Bogong High Plains Road.

Gebi’s Apartments

Fully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 45 35 25.

Nelse Alpine Lodge

Open for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Breakfast options. Group bookings catered for. Comfortable lodge, pool and spa. Fully Licensed. Ph: 03 5758 3263 2 or Wb: www.nelselodge.com 2

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

Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, then 5 days. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222.

Refer ad this edition.

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

Upstairs Resort Management Office (above day shelter) Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends and public holidays.

Last Hoot Café

Open daily from 4pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza.

Ph: 03 5758 3088. Refer ad this edition.

Stingray Restaurant @ QT

Open daily 8am - 8pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza.

Ph: 03 5732 8000. Refer ad this edition.

Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2022 Edition EIGHT Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN

FROM THE CEO which provides a framework of how and when to develop additional parking capacity, as the correlation between car parking and bed utilisation is obvious. The greater overnight occupancy of the resort, the fewer available day car parks are left. This year, the resort has seen a considerable increase in visitors staying for four days or more. In fact, 5, 6, 7 and 8 day resort entry pass sales are at record levels, so too resort entry season passes.

The ‘hang time’, or the length of stay, therefore further compounds the turnover or churn rate per park, as long stays effectively remove hot car parks from the supply pool.

For our business operators, the current high occupancy rates are very much welcomed, after two unprecedented years of little to no visitation. So, to be dealing with a parking problem is a great problem to have, in the context of helping the resort rebuild and recover.

Currently several plans are being pursued to help alleviate this issue with the addition of up to 400 new parking spaces having been scoped at Bay 8.5 (Ropers Saddle) and as part of the ANARE shed redevelopment at the Lakeside. These spaces will provide

for overnight (Ropers) and day parking (Lakeside). Being able to accommodate 250-300 additional overnight spaces provides better utilisation of day parks in lower Windy and lower Slalom car parking locations. Resort management are continuing discussions with the department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning on both these options as priorities.

Information in relation to the ANARE Lakeside development can be found here: https://corporate.fallscreek.com.au/lakesidedevelopment-project-planning/

Foodie Tip of The Week: Summit Ridge (https://summitridge.com. au/) – If you’re looking for that fine dining experience, in an intimate and cosy location, then this is your place. From the stone fireplace to comfy leather chairs, crisp linen, right through to the amazing food, Summit Ridge is a fantastic dining experience. With five and eight course degustation menus’, matched to wines, or select a la carte … the food is just breathtakingly good. If you prefer to make your own choices, make sure you check out the wine list first, it’s got some stellar hard to find gems, then ask the

​The need for further car parking spaces will only continue to grow as the resort grows.

Pic – Courtesy FCRM

outstanding staff what to match your choice with… Summit Ridge is our go to venue for special occasions, I recommend making it yours too. Bookings essential and available through Open Table.

Now, get out there and enjoy Australia’s premier alpine resort. • Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management

Skip the lift line and leave the crowds behind with Australia's only snowmobile lifted Backcountry Tours.

Our custom built sleds return you to the top, saving all your energy for the ride down.

Tours can be suited to all riding abilities, from novice to expert, all ages welcome. So what are you waiting for? Grab some mates or the family and explore 450 hectares of untouched terrain, from the shoots of Mt McKay to the open bowls of Rocky Knowles Back in September 2020, local legend and three-time Winter Olympian, Steve Lee, had a debilitating stroke.

He is currently fighting his way back through extensive rehabilitation to some life back on snow. The operation now runs in his name with all profits going to his recovery.

There's nothing that brings Steve more joy than riding a fresh line, but almost more so watching others enjoy that same feeling.

So take a lap for Steve, your best day on snow awaits!

Service & Demo Centre New Range of Salomon Ski & Snowboard Boots have just arrived!!

HIRE • RETAIL • TUNING • CUSTOM BOOT-FITTING

Expert Master Boot Fitter’s on site to fit you up.

FREE Pick-up & delivery for all ski and snowboard rentals!

40% OFF all Outer Wear during June!

In the Village Bowl at the Falls Creek Hotel Map (Ref: M2) Ph: 03 5758 3819

Be part of the team!

As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club, young members can...

• Learn life skills in a wonderful rewarding environment.

• Make friends for life – with opportunities to travel the world.

• Learn to ski and board in a family friendly surroundings.

Programs from primary to late teens – including tertiary tuition for full-time athletes.

‘An integral part of Falls Creek and its history!’

Wb: www.fallscreekraceclub.com.au Em: ski@fcrc.com.au

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Race Club Want to stay involved after the kids have stopped?

Social Membership: $25 per annum For more details email us at: ski@fcrc.com.au

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JUST SAY THANKS Pretty Simple

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welve Days in Albury Base uncovers many little aspects of your life that have previously either been taken for granted or simply not considered - largely due to the fact that your health has been pretty good and there was no reason to delve into something unlikely.

But there it is. You’re laid up in bed – and there is lots of time to think - and to observe.

One important observation which did not take too long to arrive at was the fact that the staff in Albury Base Hospital were bloody brilliant. Watching them do extra shifts, filling roster spots and generally doing a very professional job under somewhat trying circumstances is a credit to each and every one of them. It was actually quite emotional to witness just how well they dealt with all manner of problems when, as an individual, you couldn’t handle it yourself.

But we definitely need more staff – and they deserve more remuneration. The only measure of a civilized society that cuts the mustard is how well the aged and the sick are looked after.

Speaking of staffing levels, some-one posted recently something to the tune that “if unvaccinated people had been allowed to work, we wouldn’t have a staff shortage.”

Sadly, the opposite is true. If these selfrighteous individuals had the grace and the intelligence to recognise their obligation to the rest of humanity and took their vaccinations, we would not have the staff shortage.

Another observation, not so pleasant to discover, is that there are a lot of folk out there that do not look after their own health – yet they expect the medical profession ‘et al’ to look after them when they feel crook. If these people where just a bit healthier and exercised a bit more, we might even have a few more free beds in hospitals.

An interesting fact that came to light during the stay was from the Key Obesity Statistics in 2022 “Simply put one in two Aussies is

overweight or obese!” Interesting figures that cannot be justified when our health system is struggling dramatically.

It was also a little sad to see the number of patients (not a large percentage – but enough) who acted as though the staff were there at their personal beck and call, Not good enough- the staff were working their butts off and sure don’t need some ignorant so and so demanding all manner of stupid requests.

As a result of this experience, I do have to thank many people. The driver of the community car was extremely helpful and the Community Car is a great service. Ph: 1300 704 530 or Em: info@ communityaccessability.org.au.

Then there are the team that looked after the business, and those many wonderful friends who have contributed to my wellbeing in many different and special ways.

Thank you all so much.

And the good news, the paper is still running and I’m still here to put it together for a while to come yet! • Ed.

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+ warm ambience + chilled tunes + relaxing and cozy + beautiful wines + amazing food

Bed & Breakfast Full a la carte menu Complimentary Pick-up Service

Ph: 03 5758 3232 14 Parallel Street

Map Ref: G2

alpine lodge | restaurant | bar

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COMFORTABLE SKIING Flexen Groovin’

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lex may be the be-all and end-all of a ski boot identity, but it’s a pretty fluid concept. Check out the flex rating on your boot compared to your friends. They might have the same number but move completely differently.

Boots used to be super stiff. When we used to use 220cm long skis, the ski tip was more than a metre away. Getting your pressure to it was a tough gig. Ski technique at the time involved a whole lot more twisting than flexing. You were likely to break your leg before you bent the boot.

With shorter shaped skis and the associated change in technique, boots became a bit softer, though they were still being driven by race-boot design.

As skis evolved into something resembling the sticks we now see on shelves, boots got softer again. These days they ride a fine line between allowing you to absorb surface changes while staying centred on the shorter skis and being able to drive your weight into the tip of the ski.

In an effort to make boots more comfortable, such as the sad case of the Rossignol ‘Soft’ experiment, boots got way softer and basically just sucked. Now we’re back to boots that should offer you somewhere between 70mm to 100mm of forward knee movement once the boot is engaged.

Most skiers sit happily somewhere on the bell curve. We weigh between 50 and 100kg and most of the time we ski between 30 and 60 km/hr. Except for professionals (racers, instructors, ski patrollers) and

seasoned ski bums of your flavour of choice, we all benefit from a relatively stiff ski boot. If it’s your first week ever on skis, you need a softer boot that will allow you to experience the correct ski position while skiing sedately on a beginner slope. Once you’re in control – back on the bell curve with the rest of us.

The boot can’t tell how technically gifted you are as a skier, but it does know how much you weigh and Getting the correct message to your skis… Pretty important! how fast you’re going. It doesn’t Pic – Courtesy Ortho Ski know that you ski like an out of control Muppet (Kermit the frog is my Getting the flex of the boot right for you is spiritual ski guide - he’s wavy, is loud, and essential in achieving this. After that, you’re is totally committed) but it can tell how left with no excuse but to get a lesson to enthusiastic you are on your ski. I’ve got pass on the correct message to your ski. • a husband who skis like Animal – yells a Krista Sturday lot, hits anything in sight and wears a crazy Podiatrist and Bootfitter at Ortho Ski look on his face – we don’t weigh the same and yet the flex of our boots are rated the same (different brands measure differently).

Getting your technique right is a combination of getting you in the correct position on the ski and getting the right message to your skis. The first step towards either of these goals is infinitely improved by having a correctly set up pair of boots.

Kasa Bar - Izakaya style specializing in Whiskey, Sake and Ramen Located next to the Eagle Express Chairlift

(listen for the Japanese Hip Hop)

Thursday - Monday.

*Menu & updates available on Insta @ kasabarfallscreek *Walk in policy *(03)57583222

summit ridge restaurant

OPEN FOR LUNCH

11:30am - 2:30pm daily Mountain views, friendly staff, reasonable prices & delicious food!

BOOKINGS RECOMMENDED HAPPY HARVEY HOUR!

Tuesday 9th & Thursday 11th 3:30pm - 4:30pm The brilliant Damon Stone! www.fallscreekhotel.com.au Ph: 03 5758 3282 23 Falls Creek Rd, Falls Creek. Map Ref: M2

• Open 7 Days •

From 11am Dinner from 5pm Full menu, great pizzas & burgers Pizzas available all day Dine In or Take Away Bookings Recommended!

Slalom Plaza, Falls Creek

At the bottom of Wombat’s Ramble. Map Ref: F3

OPEN Six Nights A Week Closed Tuesdays

Five Course Degustation and a la carte Menu available!

03 5758 3088

Bookings can be made through our website:

When in Myrtleford, visit…

The Old Factory Brewing Co 15 Myrtle St (Great Alpine Rd) Open Thursday to Sunday Ph: 03 5752 1345

Phone: 03 5758 3800 for reservations For reservations call 03 5758 3800 Email: ski@summitridge.com.au or Em: ski@summitridge.com.au www.summitridge.com.au SchussSchuss Street, Street, Falls Creek Falls Map CreekRef: K3

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WORKPLACE DIVERSITY Love Letter to Ski School

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orkplace diversity is something that organisations and corporate Boards aim for. We’ve all heard that diversity is good when it comes to the make-up of our workforce. The Harvard Business Review maintains that companies need to invest as much in their employees as their customers. “The case for establishing a truly diverse workforce, at all organisational levels, grows more compelling each year. The financial impact, as proven by multiple studies, makes this a no-brainer.” Its 2019 report concluded, “A great employee experience leads to a great customer experience.”

“But why does diversity matter?” is a common question I get asked when banging on about recruitment bias in my

other job as an HR Consultant. Because that’s what the statistics show when it’s not just lip service. A 2018 survey of 1,700 companies across eight countries found that organisations with diverse management experienced revenue increases of 19%.

It was backed up by a significant BuiltIn report in 2020 that concluded diverse companies: • Have 2.3 times as much cash flow.

• Are 15 per cent more likely to exceed median industry profits.

• Are preferred by three out of four workers (CEO Magazine, 2002).

“Studies have shown that having diverse thinking approaches, and demographic differences, leads to increased innovation [because] you’ve got people coming from different thinking approaches who are prepared to challenge the status quo and question established processes (Sydney Morning Herald, 2002).”

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I’ve spent the past two winters working as a ski instructor at Falls Creek. I can say, hand on my heart, that our Snowsports School is the MOST diverse workplace I have ever worked, and that’s quite a long list of employers before I started running my own businesses. The people who work as instructors at Falls Creek are the most diverse group of people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Diversity of snowsport discipline, qualification, experience, nationality, age, gender, culture, language, religion, sexual orientation, relationship status and skin colour. We all know that snowsports are dominated by white people, but it is slowly changing.

The people who work as instructors at Falls Creek are the kindest, most generous, and most supportive people I’ve ever worked with (and again, that list is long). If you were allowed into the instructor’s locker room on any given day, you’d find an experienced instructor being asked for and offering suggestions on technical exercises to improve a stance/rotary/edging/pressure control problems.

You’d find loads of people asking another person how their morning lessons went.

Visit the

Bogong Power Station Information Centre

For historical & geological exhibits.

Now open Sundays

10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine Village Group Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318

Ph: 0455 500 849 | www.lakesidefallscreek.com.au

I DREAM OF SNOW vintage collectables & new décor

Memorabilia – Keep-sakes & Artefacts Check the Website: www.idreamofsnow.com Enquiries - Email: info@idreamofsnow.com

Fancy a lift to your restaurant tonight?

OPEN FROM 7:30 AM

Oversnow Taxi Service Available

Hot Dogs Toasties Dim Sims Bakery goods sweet treats

Carries up to 10 people.

Pick up available from all accommodation venues on the mountain. $100 one way or $180 return Last taxi 9:30pm.

Reservations essential, please call

03 5758 1203 6

EAT 1 Bogong High Plains Rd Hot Chocolate COFFEE Cold Drinks

Coffee, Coffee, Breakfast Breakfast & & Lunch Lunch

open daily daily from from 8 8am open am 03 5758 3615

Gluhwein BOOZEY COFFEE Beer margaritas G&T

LOCATED IN SLALOM PLAZA

Look for the RED Umbrellas!

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WORKPLACE DIVERSITY You’d at times find someone offering comfort and support after a tricky afternoon lesson with a challenging guest.

You’ll find people asking questions about the certification level they are training for and getting great answers from those who’ve achieved those certs. You’ll find people offering to go out for a ski or a board with those who need to practise a technique for their next exam. You’ll find someone offering a mid-layer to someone else who’s left theirs at home.

You’ll find people arranging to get together after work. You’ll find people sharing accommodation. You find people car-pooling. You’ll find joy, sadness, energy, tiredness, excitement, frustration, professionalism, strength, tenacity, grace under pressure and support. You’d find banter, lots of banter, about everything under the sun that always finds its way back to the topics of skiing and boarding eventually.

What my HR brain is reminded of when thinking about the Falls Creek Snowsports School, is that because of traditional hiring practises that for decades has embraced hiring foreign workers, and because that practise has evolved to meet twenty-first century requirements, Falls Creek Ski Lifts has a department with such diversity it would be the envy of any organisation in any industry anywhere in the world.

And I love being part of it. Going to work as an instructor feels like being at Ski Camp. I get to go to work with the most talented, generous, collaborative, fun, kind, multigenerational and diverse people. For all the juggling I do to be on the hill in winter, working with these amazing people makes it all worthwhile. In a way, this is my little love letter to my snowsports colleagues. •

There are many elements to the job in Snowsports School - ultimately they are all rewarding.

Pic – Chris Hocking

LOUNGE BAR & RESTAURANT

Cheers, Nyree www.idreamofsnow.com

Open Seven Evenings a Week Bookings at: Opentable.com.au 17 Slalom St, Falls Creek | 03 5758 3263 @nelse_lodge

NOW OPEN ~ Seven Days a Week Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Open 10am - late Daily!

Coffee, Drinks, Snacks & Mexican Menu Regular Live Gigs with talented local DJ’s

Slalom Plaza • Ph: 03 5732 8000 (At the bottom of Halley’s Comet)

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Saturdays: 12noon -11pm ∙ Lunch 12noon - 2pm ∙ Dinner from 5:30pm $13 Cocktail Specials! Live Music 3pm – 6pm 06/08 The fabulous Terry & Charlie for your enjoyment!

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

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Bottom of Wombat’s Ramble

NOW OPEN ~ Breakfast & Lunch Coffee, drinks & snacks

CAFÉ Slalom Plaza

Next to Halley’s Comet Queue Race 7

FALL LINES Wine-Makers Dinner

Tickets can be purchased through the following link. https://www.opentable.com/ booking/experiences-availability?rid=132803 &restref=132803&experienceId=83843 •

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nce again, the fabulous team at Astra have joined forces with a respected local winery to bring you another of those enjoyable wine-makers dinners, this time on Friday August 12.

Astra would like to invite you to join them for an intimate evening of delicious food and fine wine from Astra Falls Creek and special guest Julian Castagna of Castagna wines Beechworth.

Astra Sommelier Matt Cridge, together with Julian Castagna will take you on an exclusive journey with fine wine and a modern Alpine inspired shared tasting menu crafted by Head Chef Kauri Watkin and the Astra Team.

Alpine Odyssey Fundraising Huw Kingston is an Australian Adventurer with a history of undertaking extraordinary feats to raise money for some of his favourite charities including Save the Children.

Wine-maker, Julian Castagna will be at Astra next week discussing wines and wonderful food.

Pic – Courtesy the Winery

Enjoy a six course shared experience with Champagne, plus matched wines and special insights from Julian Castagna and Astra Sommelier Matthew Cridge.

Tickets are $160 per person and are strictly limited. This is an event you will not want to miss.

This winter Huw is embarking on a different journey – Alpine Odyssey. Huw’s journey will see him skiing the length of the Australian Alps, skiing every snow resort in support of Our Yarning, a wonderful project that produces books for Indigenous Australian children, written and illustrated

by Indigenous authors and illustrators telling their stories to retain Australian Culture.

In support of Huw, The Frying Pan Inn, Astra Falls Creek, Cloud 9 and Huski Kitchen have created a special Alpine Odyssey Cocktail where $10 from each cocktail purchased goes towards Huw Kingston’s cause. Come down and support Huw Kingston. •

Creative looks in all aspects of Hairdressing ~ Barbering ~ Professional Makeups with Eco Friendly Sustainable Products.

By Appointment only Mb: 0427 349 169 Located within the Astra Day Spa ASTRA 5 Sitzmark St Falls Creek Athairxshell

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Touring the Australian Alps from bottom to top, more correctly from South (Mt Baw Baw) to North (Mt Bimberi in the ACT). Pic –Courtesy Huw Kingston.

Falls Creek Environment Advisor

Open 8am – 7pm Daily · Extensive grocery range · Bottle shop: beer, wine, spirits · Fresh fruit and vegetables · Hot pies and sausage rolls · Heat and eat meals ·Phone re-charge ·ATM ·Newspapers and magazines

Located in Slalom day carpark at the bottom of Halley’s Comet Chairlift.

Tel: 57 583 009 For pick and pack deliveries please visit www.foodworkshighcountry.com.au

Based in Mt Beauty offering family friendly, flexible work arrangements.

With a focus on environmental assessment, planning approvals, risk and compliance management for everyday operations at AGL’s Hydro VIC and NSW operations, you will support in the planning, scoping and delivery of projects at the power stations and assoc. infrastructure.

In addition, you will: • Assist with the management and implementation of environmental management systems, risk management, licensing, compliance and regulatory requirements • Implement programs to drive alignment with environment objectives • Project manage specialist consultants, contractors and laboratories responsible for field investigation, data collection and analysis programs • Develop and build quality relationships across the AGL as well as regulatory authorities, Councils, consultants, and contractors • Keep up-to-date with developments in environmental management through internal and external networking and communicate changes on environment legislation and policy • You will have experience in preparation and review of technical documentation including flora and fauna assessments and associated environmental approvals, an understanding of Local, State and Federal legislation, and provide sound technical advice across a range of environmental matters including biodiversity, contaminated land and waste management.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or management, environmental engineering or similar field • Five years in Environment Management or Operations • Experience in working with various stakeholders and stakeholder engagement Applications close: Wednesday, 10 August 2022 via agl.com.au/careers (job number R-0011917)

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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK Koki

This central location also provides an easy stroll to many of the resort’s fantastic dining spots in Parallel Street, Schuss Street, Arlberg Street and Slalom Street.

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oki is nestled in the heart of Falls Creek village and framed by the natural wonders of the Alpine National Park. Koki is a sanctuary and a playground for all seasons.

In Green Season, which we describe as everything outside of the official snow season, Koki also has so much to offer.

Parking in summer is not a problem (but some restrictions do apply at Xmas and Easter) and the location is such that walking tracks and mountain bike tracks are easily accessed from the front door. Being surrounded by Alpine National Park means that there is absolutely no excuse for not being out there and enjoying all there is to offer.

Comprising nine exceptionally wellappointed residences crafted by Kerry Phelan Design Office, Koki represents a new design benchmark for the Falls Creek region. Made by ski families, for ski families Koki will be available for a few lucky purchasers providing a fully furnished turnkey alpine residence. We currently have a three bedroom, two bathroom apartment of 143sqm with delivery beginning Winter season 2023. Pricing on application.

Falls Creek has now developed a reputation for a host of summer activities and these include Ignition Mountain Bike Festival (November), the Alpine Challenge (November), Christmas Activities, the Alpine Classic (January), The Mile High Dragon Boat Challenge (January), Feastival Falls Creek (February) Peaks Challenge (March) and our fabulous Easter Festival.

This north facing residence provides the first of-its-kind in size, space, storage, and interior style, with a range of luxury amenities that allow alpine living to unfold with comfort and ease.

The location of Koki is such that it provides the luxury of excellent ski-out and ski-in access under normal circumstances with easy access to Halley’s Comet Quad Chair LSC Bowl Ad.pdf and/or theai165941711822_Falls Gully Chair to theCreek Village and Eagle and Summit Chairs.

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Travelling to Falls Creek this winter?

Enjoy the comfort and safety!

Alpine Specialists Alpine Specialists

A skeleton timetable will operate until Friday 25th June – when the full timetable will come in to operation.

Refer to our website for further details.

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But remember, the same convenient service applies!

Leave the worries of pre-purchasing Resort Entry, Hiring and fitting Chains, coping with Anti-Freeze and Icy slippery roads behind you.

Park your car in the Secure Car-Park in Tawonga South and enjoy the comfort of our modern warm coaches and experienced drivers for your holiday at Falls Creek.

Check the Website for services from Melbourne, Albury and Mount Beauty Group bookings and private transfers are also available for the entire 2021 winter season.

233 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South

Phone: 03 5754 4024​​​​​

❄ Fuel ❄ Oil ❄ Antifreeze ❄ Chains ❄

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CROSS COUNTRY NEWS Launching the XCSAV

and I have asked him a few questions about the launch of this group.

ecently, a number of influential individuals in the cross-country skiing community have formed a new organisation, intending to be a peak body to represent the interests of XC skiers to authorities as such as Alpine Resorts Victoria, government, councils, Parks Vic, and others. The organisation reports that goal of this coalition is to ensure that the collective and diverse voices of crosscountry skiers in Victoria are heard. Nick Montgomery is the secretary of XCSAV, the new peak body that has gained 200 members since it was launched in late July,

EJ: What is the peak body?

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NM: “The peak body is the Cross-Country Skiing Association Victoria (XCSAV), a volunteer organisation that will represent the interests of cross-country skiers across Victoria. We will hold a vote to become an incorporated association and elect a committee on 13th August. Our activities will include stakeholder consultation with Alpine Resorts Victoria, the new government authority that will oversee alpine resorts, media engagements, information for cross-country skiers and campaigns like the existing Save Falls Creek XC campaign which formed in response to the proposed road clearing as part of the Lakeside project.”

Fully licensed restaurant

INTIMATE DINING EXPERIENCE Our intimate personal dinners for small group are proving to be a favourite with regulars and visitors.

Please feel free to contact us and discuss your requirements and timing.

Regards, Roi and Sue. Take-Away Pasta Dishes Monday Evenings!

All your favourites - Call ahead to order!

Your comfortable local pub!

BAR OPEN FROM 2PM DINNER FROM 5:30PM CLOSED MONDAYS

Drive Through Caf'e

7AM – 2PM, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK SOUPS • EGG & BACON ROLLS • COFFEES A CHANGING FEAST!

PH: 03 5754 4888

Phone: 03 5754 4495

EJ: Why is it important?

NM: “Falls Creek told some of us that when they were planning the Lakeside project, they didn’t know who to talk to if they wanted to ask XC skiers’ collective opinion. There are thousands of XC skiers, but we aren’t organised and there isn’t an established way to pass information from authorities to skiers and back. If we are united and organised, we can better tell the great story of XC skiing in Victoria – our skiing is world class, and the sport is great for people of all abilities.”

EJ: What prompted you to be involved in this project?

NM: “I’m a construction lawyer and have experience in other non-profit sporting bodies.

I started downhill skiing in 1997 and was on the Australian XC team until 2017 – I have an ongoing love for the sport and Falls Creek.

I wanted to help channel the energy from the angry response to the road clearing proposal to promote effective advocacy for XC skiing into the future.

In particular, I felt that some within Resort Management didn’t think we were worthy of consultation before the road clearing was announced as something we couldn’t do anything about, even though we are nearly the only user group in that area over winter and Resort Management didn’t seem to have considered the impact on us. This really fired me up!”

KIEWA VALLEY HWY, TAWONGA SOUTH

177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga

EMERGENCY EMERGENCY Ambulance EMERGENCY BROADCASTER Alpine Radio (Fires & Floods) ELECTRICITY Faults & Emergencies FIRE Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/ Tawonga HOSPITAL Mount Beauty MEDICAL CENTRES Falls Creek Mount Beauty

000 000 96.5 FM 13 17 99 000 5754 3500 5758 3238 5754 3400

POLICE (non-emergency) Falls Creek Mount Beauty Wangaratta REGIONAL ROADS VICTORIA Falls Creek RACV Falls Creek/Mount Beauty BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS CFA STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Falls Creek WILDLIFE RESCUE

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WELCOME BACK TO WINTER!

We have lots to keep you warm!

Clothing, Boots, Work wear, Insulation, Heaters!

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

Gift vouchers and free gift wrapping available

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

12 – 14 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty

Ph: 03 5754 1999

2022 WINTER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Ed 09 * 12.08.22 * Ski de Femme. Big Air & Storm the Castle, Rails under Lights Wrap. (C) Ed 10 * 19.08.22 * Big Air & Storm the Castle. Rocky Valley Rush. Kangaroo Hoppet Intro. (C) Ed 11 * 26.08.22 * The International Kangaroo Hoppet, Birkebeiner and Joey Hoppet. (C) Ed 12 * 02.09.22 * Kangaroo Hoppet Wrap and Results. Summit Masters Bumps Comp (C) DISTRIBUTION: • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club lodges & apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga & Dederang, plus the RMB’s between Dederang & Tawonga & selected venues in Bright & Myrtleford.

ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au

ADVERTISING RATES:

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

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

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

CLASSIFIEDS: • Like the Trading Post. Send in your Classifieds and pay when you sell.

BUSINESS DIR.: • $5.90 per line per Edition.

DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date CONTRACT: • A Winter Season Contract is available for advertising in all 16 editions of winter offering a 15% discount – Invoiced four Editions in advance. Invoice dates are: 10.06.22, 08.07.22, 05.08.22 & 02.08.22. • DISPLAY:

ENQUIRIES For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact: Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488 Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

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For Payment, Placement of Adverts or Subscriptions, please forward to: Ph/Fax: 03 5754 1346 Office Address: Suite 2, 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty Postal Address: P.O. Box 325, Mount Beauty 3699. ABN: 22 171 749 807

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Hard Waste Collection

F

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 EJ:any What do you information, hope to see being achieved additional please contact support for the National Team. XC the FCRM Office the on 03 5758 1200. • skiers often have season lift passes too through establishing peak body?

CROSS COUNTRY NEWS

and make a large contribution to the sporting culture and local economy of the area. However, many people are unaware of what a great offering there is – we want better information Killaleamore from Milestone to Steve encourage people toChemicals give XC - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw. skiing a try and to work with Resort Management a strategic plan for for all members of the hospitality industry relevant Resort Management personnel A Life to on Remember to prepare for winter and do some serious other members of the sport.”

EJ:and Who should sign upoftothe becommunity a member offor a theAgrowth celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place saving on product needs for the season. season debrief meeting. thesummer peak body? on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village EJ: Thankyou Nick and good luck

Summer NM: “I want Debrief to see XC skiing have a place been record year for that visitation atItthehas table in adecision-making relates this and Resort Management to summer alpine resorts and other Victorian skiwould areas likeMt to Buffalo). get your Ifeedback events, of visitor (like also wantonmembers demographic, mountain biking and general XCSAV to be able to put their collective views observations. forward to XCSAV and help secure the best Therefore you are invited to join the possible outcomes for our sport.”

This meeting will take place on

NM: “Our rules allow anyone 18 who Wednesday 26th April fromover 9:30am to supports the purposes of the association around 11:30am in the Boardroom(which above areFoodworks basically toinsupport QT. XC skiing) to join.

You can sign up at http://shorturl.at/KTWZ8.

If you have any specific agenda items, please Membership is free and the more members we email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. have better we will be ableyou to represent Wethe look forward to seeing all there.XC • skiers.”

EJ: If you could use your voice here to share UKVRA presents…community one message to the cross-country at Falls Creek, what would it be?

BUSH GOTHIC

NM: “I’ve skied in a dozen countries and Falls Creek is one of the best places in the world to cross-country ski. We’ve had really Sunday 28th May 5pm great support from Resort Management for Mount Beauty Information years, including really good groomingCentre and

Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles.

Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency

Ph: 5754 4204

To be held at the Frying Pan Inn, in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek, the Trade Fair to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at will take place on Tuesday 2nd May from 12can noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s You sign10am to 5pm and again on Wednesday contribution to Falls Creek. Some upenormous to become 3rd, from 9am to 4pm. wine and a light BBQ will be provided, a member of but we ask that you bring other beverages Companies invited to exhibit include the Crossand also a plate to share.

In the case of wet Bedding Suppliers, Linen, Manchester Country Skiing weather, a contingency plan will be in place. and Window Furnishing suppliers, Wine Association Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and Spirit merchants, Wholesale Food Victoria and it is understood that members of Lyn’s Suppliers, Chemical, Cleaning and Toiletry (XCSAV) using thisattendance.

QR Code.•• family will be in and equipment suppliers.

Secretary ofsuppliers the newly formed Cross Country Skiing Association of Victoria, Mr Nick Montgomery.

Pic –save Courtesy of Nick Trade Fair @ Falls Creek Ella Jackson Prepare for the season and money.

Visit the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek.

Further Something of an institution since 1982, the details from: Mb: 0400 350 488. • Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity Bowl Falls Creek for anyone who wishes with theatXCSAV.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Got a problem with pests?

5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty

Andrew Poulton 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Ph: 1300 559 799 Mb: 0427 914 909 Mount Beauty · Ph: 0400 350 488 Em: Andrew@bugroffpestbusters.com

$25, $20 (members), $10 (students) Helen Mathew m 0419 399 737 Mount Beauty | www.mountaincreekarch.com

2017 LOCAL PASS

Phone: 5754 1270

TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS MEDICAL SERVICES

Affordable skiing in your own backyard!

Snowmobile 2004 Polaris TrailBEAUTY Touring. Electric start MOUNT and electric reverse. Only travelled 240km, always housed undercover at Wang Ski Club and regularly Tawonga Crescent WHER serviced.

ComesEwith service manual and supplement.

Located Mount Beauty, all offers considered.

WHEN 8:30am - 5:00pm Mon Contact - Friday Chris 0457 410 933.

10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays

packed* Local Pass - exclusively

Orbea AVANT M20 road bike,for Carbon frame, Ph:DISC 5754 3400 HOW size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue. $1,950. * Nello Viper 51 appointments kayak. $1,500. * Ph: 0408 466 790.

FOR SALE 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.

Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as TakePh:advantage new, $9,000.

0408 466 790. of the value

RM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, to local residents. with addedoffered rubber protective sole. Almost brand new.

Size 9 G. Retail $309.95 will sell for $250. Ph: 0400 $250 per Adult + $45 per Day 350 488.

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

All orders in by Sunday 30th April.

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

For further information contact:

ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L Frueauf Village (below Milch Café) Grnd Floor, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St. Falls Creek.

5758 3766.

Em: fallscreek@ Ph: Ph: 03035758 1000 altitudephysiotherapy.com.au. Wb: www.altitude.physio * Conditions apply BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125 6 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

ARIEL'S We can help with: LAUNDRETTE

PHYSIOTHERAPY Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy

24 hours for emergencies

Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size WHO 43, $100.

Ph: 0408Drs 466 Mark 790. Zagorski, Jeff

Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES Oztek ConstructionsFully Pty Ltd. We do localGeneral building work, WHAT accredited renovations, extensions and maintenance.

Email Dave at: Practice with 37 years service oztekconstructions@gmail.com. Or Ph: 0466 990 862.

to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

CIVIL CELEBRANT – HEATHER MULL Quality Ceremonies – All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125.

YOUR LOCAL PRACTICE www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au

• Pre-purchase home inspections • Sniffer dog tracking of Termites OPEN: 8am - 8pm weekdays • Rodents • Spiders 9am - 7pm• Wasps weekends - and all other pests & Public Holidays that crawl or fly!

MOTORING TIPS Regular Servicing

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY RightOur is right –iseven if our nobody does it – and wrong is body. still wrongcar – evenlike if everybody does it! must look afterisitright – is what is good for And We my definition if what the long term all of thefuture timeof- humanity! not just

whenFUN something fails. CLASS VALLEY & FITNESS EveryRegular Tuesday atservicing 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang will identify when Recreation Reserve. All equipment provided. Bring a drink items are wearing (brake pads, tyres, bottle and towel. $6 per session. All Welcome. filters, These at and A great way tohoses keep fitetc). and socialise the other same time.

Classwearing usually followed coffeebeatreplaced the Dederang Shop. itemsbycan before Classes by Narelle Jones (Personal Trainer). Enquiries: they let us down on the road.

Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)

Imagine discovering (too late) that your Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re heading for the tree.

Regular servicing is important for the LOCKSMITH & HANDYMAN - andEast forVictoria. your Codi good Coutts health – servicingoftheyour Kiewavehicle Valley & North Ph: 0475 388health 990. Em:and kiewavalleylocksmith@yahoo.com good safety!

PAINTING SERVICES A Motoring Tip brought to you by: Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial.

RickFree @ Quotes.

MountQuality Beauty Service Centre, Obligation & Service Guaranteed.

Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount KLM Alpine Painting Services.

Ph: Laif: 0437 Beauty, 023 921.

PHYSIOTHERAPYPh: 5754 4261

SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY! ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Therapy, 5A Hollonds St, Altitude Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Mount Beauty.

Out ~ofSummer Hours & 2017 HomeEdition visits available.

Falls0419 Creek801 & 109 Mount Beauty THIS WEEK THIRTEEN Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK SAFETY SCAFFOLD Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Mount Beauty and Falls Creek area. Ph: 0418 578 500.

Beauty and Falls Creek Mon to Fri inclusive.

Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320.

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

HAIRDRESSER Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, SPORTS MASSAGE Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week and evenings by Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.

STORAGE LD’S HOME PET CARE Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units.

Pet Care and Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 0407 541 695 Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com

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WHAT'S ON IN 2022

ENJOYING RETIREMENT

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hy Like Retirement? Those of you who have not retired yet can see why we love it!

COVID-19 Restriction changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.

Q: Why don't retirees mind being called Seniors?

A: The term comes with a 10% percent discount.

Share this one with all the retirees that you know.

I'm sure they can relate to some of them! If you have not yet retired, look what you have to look forward to.

❆ REGULAR WINTER EVENTS ❆

Q: What is the common term for someone who continues to work and refuses to retire?

A: NUTS!

Q: How many days in a week?

A: Six Saturdays and One Sunday.

Q: When is a retiree's bedtime?

A: Three hours after he falls asleep on the couch.

Q: Why are retirees so slow to clean out the basement, attic or garage?

A: They know that as soon as they do, one of their adult kids will want to store stuff there.

Q: How many retirees to change a light bulb?

A: Only one, but it might take all day.

Q: What do retirees call a long lunch?

A: Normal

Q: What's the biggest gripe of retirees?

A: There is not enough time to get everything done.

Q: What is the best way to describe retirement?

A: The never ending Coffee Break.

AUG 6, 13 20 & 27 AUG 6

Q: What do you do all week?

A: Monday to Friday - Nothing, Saturday & Sunday I rest.

Q: Why do retirees count pennies?

A: They are the only ones who have the time.

MEDICAL SERVICES

▼ Falls Creek

WEDNESDAY & SATURDAYS Night Skiing as Wombat's Ramble lights up, 6pm to 8:45pm allowing you to continue your ski and snowboard adventures.

TWILIGHT TUESDAYS Taking place every Tuesday to late August. 3:30pm to 5:30pm in the Village Bowl – a Street Party for kids and adults alike. Fire pits, marshmallows, games and music and possibly even Pete the Snowdragon. Further details: 03 5758 1200.

THURSDAYS Fireworks Fiesta – 7pm Every Thursday from July 7th to August 25th Grab the kids or a mate and enjoy watching a magical fireworks show under the stars up close to the action at the Village Bowl near the Frying Pan Inn.

WHERE Bottom of Gully Chairlift.

WHEN

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

HOW

Ph: 03 5758 3238 all day.

24 hours for Emergencies.

WHO

General Practitioners experienced in Family and Snow Sports Medicine.

WHAT

First fully accredited snowfields practice in Australia based on 36 years experience.

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Mount Beauty ▼

WHERE Tawonga Crescent.

WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.

HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments

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WHO

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Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cusson, Damian Heman, Daniel Florisson & Andrew Mason.

Fully accredited General Practice with 42 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

WHAT

Park Run.8am at Bicentennial Park by the lake in Lakeside Avenue.

TDFNL Rd 16. Barnawartha V Dederang Mount Beauty Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series #1 Classic .5km, 1.5km, 2.5km. 11am Nordic Bowl. Ph: 0409 592 226.

Ski de Femme – Fun for the girls.

10am Nordic Bowl. Ronice Goebel Ph: 03 5754 4910.

TDFNL Rd 17. Dederang Mount Beauty V Mitta United @ Dederang ​TDFNL Rd 18. Dederang Mount Beauty V Beechworth Rocky Valley Rush & Sun Valley Ramble 15 & 7.5km.10:30am Nordic Bowl. Ph: 0427 006 246 Fabulous Falls Creek Invitation Night Sprints. 6pm in the Village Bowl outside the Frying Pan Inn. Ph: 03 5754 1045.

Kangaroo Hoppet 9:30am. Australian Birkebeiner 9:40am. Joey Hoppet 9:50am. Nordic Bowl. Entries Now Open! Visit: https://hoppet.com.au/

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“You’ve only got one head – put a lid on it!”

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Police / CFA / SES

Street number

ATS (Accommodation Transfer Service)

Information centre

Medical centre / ambulance

Village bus stop

Toilets

Post office

Helipad / Parking

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