he National Gravity Enduro Series acts as the qualifying series for the Enduro World Series. See mention in the article with Ben McIlroy.
They don’t wear capes, spray spiderwebs, wear bat suits, put on armour, throw shields, shoot arrows, or slam down hammers, turn green when angry, wear their underwear over tights or thankfully work for Marvel or DC… because the Falls Creek Ski Patrol don’t need gimmicks. They are the real deal (and they’ll tell you, they pretty much have the best job in the world too).
Mountain Bike Australia in conjunction with Falls Creek Resort Management are pleased to present Round One of the 2017 Gravity Enduro National Series. The series is Australia wide with Round Two being held at Stromlo Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to Rockhampton in July and the final round will be held on Woodford Island, on the Clarence River in northern NSW in August.
Snowsports, no matter what the discipline - be it: skiing, snowboarding, cross country, snow shoeing, back country touring etc, all are an amazing way to enjoy the great outdoors. However, occasionally you may need the assistance of the men and women in black and red.
The popularity of mountain biking continues to grow. From the great efforts of some Mount Beauty locals in the 90’s - to hosting the Nationals in Feb 2000 - to the point where we have some of the best tracks in the country - both in Mount Beauty and in Falls Creek. The growth and the success means we can continue to host fabulous events.
Aside from the many other roles they perform, it’s also what you don’t see and what they do when you’re still asleep that is just as important and vital to ensuring
your safety when on the mountain. Every run across the mountain is checked daily, every hazard marked, safety ropes and barriers checked, snow depths assessed etc… then the team meet daily with Vail Resorts mountains operations team to plan what’s needed to keep the mountain as safe as possible for all our guests. The team work long hours, often undertaking openings and performing closing sweeps in darkness, in blizzards or on blue sky days –they are always there.
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
Point on the Frying Pan Spur. The aim of the game is to ride each section no faster than the fastest time allowed, and no slower than the set slowest time. Then they do the competitive bit, before riding to the start of the next competitive bit without beating or exceeding the times permitted. At the time of going to print, the final course had not been set, but they look like taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then heading to Flowtown, completing that before heading to Thunderbolt and then to Generator and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza. Sound like a pretty easy day!!
Locate right beside the bottom station of Halley’s Comet Chairlift! Spend some time and take in the fabulous history that has earned this community so much respect!
Fortunately, Falls Creek is extremely lucky to have a dedicated and highly experienced core team of patrollers, many of whom have a long association with Falls Creek and a tremendous knowledge of not just the resort, but the high plains that surrounds it. The team are regularly called upon by emergency services to assist in search and rescue call outs, not just for their manpower, but because of their unmatched expertise and intimate knowledge of the terrain.
The weekend’s program sort of goes like this.
Saturday: 9am to 16:00 is compulsory practice. 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info Tent open. 17:00 to 17:30 is rider briefing. From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last Hoot Restaurant and Bar in Slalom Plaza.
Please try to allow 24hours notice.
And, talk to any member of our team about the rewards of volunteering in the Falls Creek Museum.
4 Slalom Street, southern end of the Panabode building. Phone: 03 5758 1202 for further information
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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
The teams’ expertise, gained from years of experience (many of the team have 20+ years working at Falls Creek), also benefits the volunteer program where aspiring crew learn the essentials, hoping to eventually meet the stringent requirements to attain professional recognition.
Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider Briefing and Timing activation. 8:30am to 1430pm Trails Open for GE competition.1500 to 1630 Presentations. If you’re into biking and would like to enjoy some good action, be at Falls Creek this weekend. Further detail from 03 5758 1200. •
Open for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Breakfast options. Group bookings catered for. Comfortable lodge, pool and spa. Fully Licensed. Ph: 03 5758 3263 or Wb: www.nelselodge.com
QT Hotel Falls Creek
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
Snowski Apartments
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.
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.
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.
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.
For all licensed supermarket lines - located in lower level, St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pm daily. Ph: 03 5758 3009.
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.
Upstairs Resort Management Office (above day shelter) Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends and
Pre-season training and accreditation to comply with the Ski Patrol Association’s professional credentials ensures these first responders are ready for pretty much anything. Furthermore, the Falls Creek team are made up of a mix of experience, youth, trainees, and seasoned professionals - from a mix of backgrounds and diverse skill sets. The team is made up of doctors, nurses, paramedics, police, fire rescue, tradies, MBA’s, pharmacists, engineers, teachers, a retiree or two… to name just a few of their ‘occupations.’ They’re a diverse bunch, highly skilled and specialised on and off the ski field.
Contributing to the teams’ broad experience is an active exchange program with resorts across the world – USA, Canada, Italy and Japan. In resort, for the whole season this year we have exchange patrollers from Palisades (CA-USA) and Keystone Resort (CO-USA). This program not only assists the patrollers in attaining new skills, bringing knowledge from around the world, but also provides the opportunity for career development and to experience how other resorts do patrolling, bringing, and sharing best practises.
Hopefully you won’t ever need them, but if you do, you can rest assured they’ll be there. Getting up early and hitting the slopes whilst you’re all sleeping does raise the question, where do the ski patrol team get their morning “cup of Joe”? Well...
Foodie Tip(s) of the Week:
Your morning “cuppa” at Falls Creek is taken very seriously. Some teams have been up all night (ie. groomers/snowmakers –also note – they generally don’t drink coffee when they finish!), or most of the night, or since 5am in most cases…so that first coffee is an essential part of the day.
Whilst I’m not allowed to have favourites, my regular winter season brew is from Slides (red umbrellas in Slalom Plaza – did I mention South Melbourne Market dim sims!!!), and I’m a regular at 1550 too. But thankfully, venues are well dispersed to ensure that if you’re in the Gully (or just been discharged from the Med Centre) –you’ve got Alpine Pepper in the day shelter, whilst in the Village Bowl – the Frying Pan Inn has coffee and great baked goods. If in the heart of the village, Milch Bar & Café is popular with locals.
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On piste you’ve got three options, Cloud 9 – great when dropping the kids off for lessons, Blue Brumbies – after your warmup on Main Street (good selection of fried food too!), Dickie Knees if you’re over on Ruined Castle and if you’re heading out for some cross country, snowshoeing, alpine walking or tobogganing, there’s Windy Corner Café too.
And remember, if you’ve not bought your own refillable (and clean) keep cup, make sure to dispose of that takeaway cup properly and look for the green tridirectional arrows on the cup or lid (which means it can be recycled) and please put it in the right bin.
Now, stop sipping that cuppa and get out there and hit the slopes. •
Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management
and three-time
So take a lap for Steve, your best day on snow awaits!
Falls Creek has been bursting with pride this past week, as the LGBTQ+ communities have been hitting the slopes and enjoying camp entertainment around the resort for Gay Ski Week Australia.
There’s no slowing down for Australia’s only national Winter Pride Festival, which is climaxing this weekend, as they host a huge line up of entertainment on Friday, and a massive Pride Day throughout the mountain this Saturday.
The fabulously furry Frock Hudson hosts a free event on Friday night: “Frock Hudson’s Alpine Antics + Disco Pop” is where disco, drag and cabaret collide, in a fun and funky social event, kicking on after the festival’s daily Après session at Powder Keg. There’s
mouth-watering Mexican on the menu and cocktail specials, helping to keep your energy up and the party going!
This free event kicks off at 6pm, and really does have something for everyone: boogie to the sounds of DJ Cliterally on the decks, then enjoy performances by Drag King Freddie Merkin and Piano Man Cameron Thomas, with plenty of social action mixed in.
On Saturday, it’s all about hot tops and cool bottoms with Pride Day. Be sure to look out for the pop-up drag shows out the front of St Falls Resort, or hop on the Halley’s Comet Chairlift and head to the highest lunch you could ever have. Up at Cloud 9, you’ll not only have a delicious meal with a view, you’ll be entertained by tunes from Australia’s first lady of house DJ Kate Monroe, and have a fab time with the Gay Ski Week Australia community and amazing drag superstars.
Afterwards, join in the ‘Rainbow Run’ and show your pride as everyone skis and snowboards around the resort with rainbow
flags aplenty. Grab one or express yourself, with just how colourful you can be.
The winner of the inaugural ‘Drag Up Your Business’ competition will also be announced. It’s not going to be easy to judge this, because whether big or small, the touches of pride that businesses have been sharing during the festival have been fantastic.
All this fabulous fun all wraps up on Saturday night, as the crew say ‘Farewell to Falls,’ with a final party that will rock the mountain, and everyone is welcome.
Grab yourself a ticket, which includes a drinks package and substantial canapés, and enjoy entertainment from DJ’s Cliterally and Kate Monroe, with performances from Frock Hudson and Freddie Merkin bringing up the rear.
Could you ask for a happier ending? Grab a ticket from: https://pointsofdifference.com/ tours/gay-ski-week-australia/gay-ski-weekevents/ •
DWA member, Andrew Hall, with his partner Sharon Abdallah attended one of the regular DWA camps last weekend. They contributed this little thankyou and this paper has much pleasure in printing it.
We wanted to say thank you for an amazing weekend with DWA. Andrew and I had an amazing time, it was our 4th camp and we would definitely have to say our most successful. From the moment we arrived everything was planned and geared up for Andrew and it was so well planned that we didn’t have to think of a thing.
Andrew has always enjoyed the camps but this one was exceptional. Andrew has always spent time on the snow and had fun but during this camp he actually achieved skiing like he did pre his accident. The team tried things that had never been tried before with huge success. This enabled Andrew to take on two different runs including Wombats Ramble and Drovers Dream. He hasn’t skied that distance in 20 something years.
DWA Guides Kylie Boscolo and Kerryn Dwyer and were absolutely amazing, flexible and planned everything that Andrew requested and used a whole lot of initiative
after getting to know him and asking lots of questions and tailored the whole weekend for him.
The team of people at this camp provided a safe, fun, and supportive environment for both of us and we couldn’t speak highly enough of them.
We would also like to thank ‘Min’ Melinda Middleton, DWA Victoria Camps Manager and her beautiful team for taking care of, not just Andrew, but also myself therefore providing a relaxing time for me knowing Andrew was taken care of and all his needs were met all of the time; an excepting and compassionate group. We can’t wait to come back.
Alex Peerman and Michelle Chu were always around to pick up any pieces and carry all our heavy bits so Andrew was safe and had all his equipment at hand.
Also we would like to thank Cloud 9 for taking care of us all, keeping to schedule and having delicious healthy lunches ready to give us the energy to continue a productive day.
Also a big thank you to Falls Creek’s Adaptive ski instructor Lou McGowanBrown who was so approachable and the encouragement he gave us, so optimistic. All in all it was by far an fabulous outstanding weekend which was enjoyed by all. Thank you, from Andrew Hall and Sharon. •
Over 50 of the best up and coming junior cross country skiers competed in the National championship races at Falls Creek over the weekend of the 3rd and 4th September. The weather was brilliant and the track setting and courses were top notch. Freestyle sprints were contested on Saturday and classic distance races were held on Sunday.
Sprint races begin with a time trial and then the top 16 skiers go into a series of heats - quarter finals, semi-finals and the winning four skiers battle it out for the medals in the final races of the day. The distance races were an individual start every 30 seconds and medals are awarded on time.
Thanks to all the competitors and families for their participation and to the many who volunteered to enable the races to be held the weekend. This signals the last of the cross country skiing competitions to be held at Falls Creek for 2022. Thanks must go also to our many sponsors who help to make the racing season viable and to the Falls Creek groomers who keep our cross country trails in fabulous condition for all to enjoy.
Ann Bellingham, Race Secretary, Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club. •
Open 7am till late! Seven Days a Week
Overall Junior Cross Country SPRINT Champions for 2022
Male: Jayden Spring
John Mordes
Noah Bradford
Female: Maddie Hooker
Heli Laajoki
Olivia Schubert
Age groups champions
U16 Boys: Isaac Spring
Edward Woodhouse-Bedak
Matthew Wilby
U16 Girls: Damika Morton
Rosie Franzke
Chilli Sparke
U14 Boys: Alberto Allan
Eli Spring
Beau Duggan
U14 Girls: Sarah Baxter
Evelyn Armitage
U12 Boys: Austin Moszczynski
Eli Marsland-Chapman
U12 Girls: Carmen Cullen-Croke
Bethany Franzke
Jade Findlay
Overall Junior Cross Country DISTANCE Champions for 2022
Male: Noah Bradford
John Mordes
Boris Standish
Female: Zana Evans
Maddie Hooker
Heli Laajoki
Age groups champions
U16 Boys: Edward Woodhouse-Bedak
Tj Bradford
Isaac Spring
U16 Girls: Rosie Franzke
Damika Morton
Satara Moon
U14 Boys: Alberto Allan
Beau Duggan
Liam Cullen-Croke
U14 Girls: Sarah Baxter
U12 Boys: Austin Moszczynski
U12 Girls: Bethany Franzke
Carmen Cullen-Croke
Jade Findlay
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Last week, I had the honour of interviewing a very influential figure in the cross country skiing world. This woman is effortlessly effervescent. A strong, sunny-side up skier who wears her war-paint of grit and glitter proudly as she sets off on her skis that seem to fly even faster up close than what you see on your TV. She is of course the recent Beijing Olympic Games Gold Medalist from the USA, Jessie Diggins.
Jessie is an icon in this sport for a multitude of reasons. Yes, her accomplishments on the snow speak for themselves as to why this statement rings true, but while she isn’t training or racing, she is busy providing encouragement to others and modelling affirmative action for global change. Two of the many roles that Jessie has with organisations alongside her skiing career include being a spokesperson for ‘The Emily Program,’ an organisation dedicated to helping those affected by eating disorders, and being a board member for ‘Protect Our Winters,’ advocating for engagement in the issues of climate change. Recently I was able to ask Jessie some questions about her trip to Australia and learn more about the inside workings of being one of the best athletes in the world.
EJ: Jessie, what were the reasons for you coming Down Under, to a little place called Falls Creek?
JD: “We really wanted to spend a few weeks on snow to train hard but also have a chance to improve our on-snow technique, especially in classic skiing, as roller skiing just isn’t quite the same! We’d heard for a while that the skiing in Falls Creek is awesome so we finally got an opportunity to come check it out!”
EJ: How have you found your time here in the Australian High Country, what have you enjoyed and what has been the highlight of your trip so far?
JD: “We have really loved our camp here! The skiing has been great, awesome snow coverage and super friendly skiers out on the trails. I also really, really loved getting to see kangaroos for the first time… I was really looking forward to that!”
EJ: It has been greatly motivating for XC skiers here seeing you on our home trails. Is there something unique about Aussie XC that you think we could use to promote our sport more in this country?
JD: “I have truly found the ski community here to be so open, welcoming and friendly, and I think that’s really special - everyone feels they can belong on the ski trail, and it’s a sport where everyone can be included. I think that’s what draws people to the sport, because it’s low injury risk, an awesome workout, but most importantly it’s a super fun way to enjoy winter outside with friends on the trails.”
EJ: Traveling around Europe for a race season is incredibly rewarding, however, the focus it requires and the distance from our home supports can sometimes be mentally challenging. What kinds of things do you get up that help you maintain your mojo while you’re on the World Cup circuit or travelling for extended periods of time?
JD: “I video chat with my husband every day - even if it’s just a short visit around a big
time change, having the chance to see each other and hear how his day has been keeps me connected to home and helps me deal with the homesickness. I think one of the biggest things we do as a team is look out for each other like a family unit, and we truly feel like one big family when we’re on the road together for four months at a time. When someone is having a tough day, another teammate can be there to cheer them up and help them out. It makes traveling around the world feel a lot easier when you know your teammates have your back.”
EJ: Results on the world stage by women on the US team have elevated significantly over the past 10 years, with much of this success being attributed to the exceptionally united culture of the women’s team. What encourages this powerful team dynamic?
JD: “A big part of this has been the mentality that everyone needs to be a leader; it’s everyone’s job to show up to training with the intention of using their strengths to make the group stronger and better. Everyone has a super different personality and leadership style, so when everyone brings something to the group, we all get better together.
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The other huge thing is that we all collectively take pride and ownership of the results from our team. So for example, when Julia Kern has a great day and an awesome race, I feel joy and pride in her racing not only because I’m her friend, but because as her teammate I helped push her in training and helped her to become a better athlete. So even if I don’t personally have an awesome day, I can take pride in being part of the strength of the team, and I know that lives on even when I retire from sport. And the same is true in reversewhen I medalled at the Olympics, that medal belongs to the whole team because it took all these awesome women pushing me in training and helping me become a better skier to make that race possible.”
EJ: When you stand ready on the start line of a race, your disposition appears focused, in control, and as though you’re about to have a ton of fun. What do you do to help yourself ‘get in the zone’ before you race?
Travelling to Falls Creek this winter?
Enjoy the comfort and safety!
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. www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au
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.
JD: “I think this is pretty personal for each athlete. Some need to be very serious and focused, some like to have fun and stay really chilled. For me, I perform best when I’m happy and having fun, so I like to have very focused concrete goals for the race and know what I want to achieve from the day, but then be flexible and not waste energy being too nervous about the things I can’t control.”
EJ: One of the many things you are admired for is your unique ability to be able to use grit and tenacity to push yourself over a finish line in a way that surpasses any other athlete on the World Cup. In the moment that you switch into this gear, to dig deep into this zone, what thought is running through your mind?
JD: “Usually, it’s because I’ve asked myself how I want to feel at the finish line. When I cross that line and look back on the race, I never like to have any ‘what if’s’ left out there. Even though I’m the only one who will ever know the truth, I want to know that I gave everything I had and left all my energy out on course, and if I don’t, I’ll have regrets and have to wonder what could have been if I had been brave enough to go for it and dig deeper in that moment. So even though it’s hard to get into that head space, it’s easier to go for it than have to wonder how I’d feel if I had tried a little harder! That said, I don’t go that deep into the pain cave every single race, because it’s incredibly energy expensive. So I have to pick and choose when I’m going to really leave it all out there and when I’m going to give 97% (for example, if I’m at the start of the Tour de Ski and I need to meter out my energy over 10 days). So I try to really follow a thoughtful plan for when I’m going to go hard and when I’m going to bury myself.”
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EJ: You have, and continue to, achieve so much at such a young age, but it hasn’t come without its trials and tribulations. If you could say one thing to your 10 year-old self, what would you tell her?
JD: “So many things! I’d say it’s totally OK to love glitter and sparkle and also be incredibly tough and gritty at the same time - you don’t have to choose one or the other. I’d also say that it’s OK to not be perfect, and in fact, don’t try to be ‘perfect,’ just be you and do the best you can each day, then feel proud of your effort. And when you need help with anything in life, be sure to reach out and ask for it, because leaning on your support team for help isn’t weakness, it’s a secret superpower.”
EJ: Thank you so very much Jessie and may I wish you all the best for your career!
• Ella Jackson
Alpine View Apartment 27C is a four bedroom, two bathroom, superior deluxe apartment nestled high in the Alpine View apartment complex. The property enjoys an enviable corner position with spectacular mountain views. Located in the heart of the Falls Creek's Village Bowl Apartment 27C is a true ski in and ski out property. This location is only metres from the Eagle, Summit and Gully chairlifts and is at the bottom of a couple of ski home trails. Featuring four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, it can cater for 12 people very comfortably. Apartment 27 has a modern yet warm feel and is sold fully furnished. It is spilt over two levels and features a large open plan living and dining area with balcony on entry, plus drying cupboard, and a large bedroom with en suite and spa bath. Upstairs are the further bedrooms, bathroom, spacious laundry, and the owner’s lock-away storage room. This apartment is situated in a Managed complex with a good rental return history. Figures are available via request.
During the summer months, (described as everything not winter), the location can be easily accessed by car with adequate parking nearby. While the enjoyment of Falls Creek as a winter resort is undoubted, it is the growing suite of summer activities that adds untold value to a purchase in the village.
Over the last decade, much work has gone into developing and securing summer trade. The resort now boasts in excess of 40km of mountain bike trails – with some being accessed from the Village Bowl. Add to these the many kilometres of aqueducts and management vehicle tracks and your
exploring, whether on foot or on your bike is endless. The Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing is an iconic Australian walk of international standard being promoted by Parks Victoria. The new Trails, Tales and Tucker guided walks are also proving to be a real hit.
The afore-mentioned suite of summer activities includes the Alpine Challenge, the Mile High Dragon Boats, the Bicycle Network Peaks Challenge Falls Creek, the Easter Festival as well as regular mountain bike shuttles. (See Fallscreek.com.au/events for a complete list).
The asking price is $950,000 and should therefore be seriously considered. For further detail and information contact the agent: Christina Smit (Christa) at Zirky Real Estate, Mb: 0402 277 808. www.zirkyrealestate. com.au •
The children from Lake View Children’s Centre and Tawonga Kindergarten celebrated the first day of spring and their dads with a special Father’s Day breakfast last week.
It was the first event the Lake View Centre has been able to hold post-COVID and was a fantastic success, with dozens of families coming down for egg and bacon rolls and sausages in bread.
A raffle was also held with some great gifts for dad being won, and which raised over $400 for new resources for both the Lake
Falls 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
View and Tawonga Children’s services. The event would not have been possible without the support from some very generous local sponsors. The staff, the parents and children would like to thank Tawonga South Butchery, Mount Beauty Bakery, Tawonga South Newsagency & Post Office, Argent Silversmith, Settlers Tavern, Mary Jones and the new shop in Kiewa Crescent, Little Oddly for their wonderful donations. •
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.
time at this family friendly event. Come on down dressed in your team's footy gear from 1:30pm, and enjoy a day filled with food, drinks, games, music and - of course – fairdinkum football!
There’ll be prizes for the best dressed fan, as well as a tipping competition for the Premiership team and closest margin.
If you've been gearing up for the AFL Grand Final, West Peak Hotel is the place to be to celebrate the biggest game of the 2022 season!
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.
We may not know who'll be playing yet, but we definitely know you'll have a fantastic
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!
In the spirit of footy, there’ll be meat pies, footy franks and wood fired pizzas available to order on the day, as well as $5 Pots of Carlton Draught from 1:30pm until the first goal is kicked.
At half time, head outside to the lawn for a game of markers up and kick-to-kick, and then kick on after the game with dinner and dancing - local band ‘No F Chords’ will be playing live music from 7:30pm until 9:30pm.
If you'd like to stay for dinner, please make sure you book online at: www.westpeakhotel. com.au. •
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. •
If you have any specific agenda items, please email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. We look forward to seeing you all there. • for to saving To Village will 10am 3rd, Companies Bedding and and Suppliers, suppliers Prepare Visit details
Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity
Talk to us about our function and
PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:
Ed 14 * 16.09.22
8am - 8pm weekdays 9am - 7pm weekends & Public Holidays
* Start Victorian School Holidays. Full list of Summer Activities. (C)
Ed 15 * 23.09.22 * Ignition MTB Festival. Alpine Challenge & other summer activities. (C)
SEd 01 * 28.10.22
SEd 02 * 12.11.22
* Melbourne Cup Weekend activities. Ignition MTB Festival (C)
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* Ignition MTB Festival at Falls Creek – followed by The Alpine Challenge, (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
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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 new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.
Cane Armchair and footstool. $30. Six metal framed dining chairs upholstered in burgundy vinyl $30. Ph: 0477 443 964
RM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with added rubber protective sole. Almost brand new. Size 9 G. Retail $309.95 will sell for $250. Ph: 0400 350 488.
ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS
Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.
ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE
Frueauf Village (below Milch Café) Grnd Floor, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St. Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 3766. Em: fallscreek@ altitudephysiotherapy.com.au. Wb: www.altitude.physio
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
Just a little heads up while we’re talking about the Grand Final (Saturday 24th September). As is tradition, the Falls Creek Hotel will be hosting the annual SES BBQ lunch on the balcony of the ‘Moe’ This event has a history going back forty years or so and is a great way to achieve several things.
• It helps raise money for our very important SES operation in this area.
• It is a great opportunity to catch up with everyone before we all sneak off for summer.
• It can also be a good spot for some of the businesses to off-load some of their food and liquor stocks that didn’t get used during the season.
There is still a bit of organising to do, but at least now you know where you’ll be Grand Final Day. •
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.
WHERE Tawonga Crescent.
WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.
HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
WHO Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cusson, Damian Heman, Daniel Florisson & Andrew Mason.
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 42 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.
“You’ve only got one head – put a lid on it!”
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.
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.
Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. Ph: 0408 466 790.
CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES
Oztek Constructions Pty Ltd. We do local building work, renovations, extensions and maintenance. Email Dave at: oztekconstructions@gmail.com. Or Ph: 0466 990 862.
CIVIL CELEBRANT – 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 from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Mon 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
SPIKE WITTICISM
“You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all the people some of the time, which is just long enough to be president of the United States.”
VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS
Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. All equipment provided. Bring a drink bottle and towel. $6 per session. All Welcome. A great way to keep fit and socialise at the same time. Class usually followed by coffee at the Dederang Shop. Classes by Narelle Jones (Personal Trainer). Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)
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 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
With a Trivia Night to celebrate 75 Years of Falls Creek.
The first ski lodge in the village was called Skyline was located close to the International Poma lift line (prior to the Inter being built) and was built, ready to open for the 1947 season. And while there was skiing from the SEC workers huts at Rocky Valley, Skyline Lodge was the start of Falls Creek Village. The name Falls Creek was the radio call sign given as an identifier for the worker Toni St Elmo and his wife Skippy who lived in a two room hut at the bottom of the Gully (just above the falls) in 1946.
Therefore, everyone is invited to attend the official 75 years of Falls Creek celebrations. Join us for a night of fun as we shine a light back on the history, iconic figures, and classic Falls Creek moments we have shared over the last seven and a half decades. Expect plenty of laughs, giveaways, prizes, and exceptional company.
When: Tuesday 13th September, 7pm
What: Trivia Night! Through the decades of Falls Creek hosted by The Falls Creek Historical Society.
Tickets: $30pp (includes 1 x drink on entry). Must have team of 6-10 people.
Dress code: "Through the decades"
COVID-19 Restriction changes and weather may impact some of these events.
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. Fire pits, marshmallows, games, music and Pete the Snowdragon. Further details: 03 5758 1200.
SEP 2-11
Drinks and meals will be available at bar prices. All ticket proceeds will be donated to the Falls Creek Historical Society.
Buy tickets now at: https://events.humanitix. com/falls-creek-history-trivia-night?mc_ cid=a06dc72deb&mc_eid=b590f69583. •
Gay Ski Week at Falls Creek. Go to https:// pointsofdifference.com/gay-ski-weekaustralia-2022/ Refer Notice this Edition
SEP 13 Trivia Night! Through the decades of Falls Creek hosted by The Falls Creek Historical Society. The Frying Pan Inn. 7pm. Tickets: $30pp (includes 1 x drink on entry). Must have team of 6-10 people. Dress code: "Through the decades”
SEP 24 SES Grand Final End of Season BBQ at the Falls Creek Hotel. Details coming.
OCT 1 Oktoberfest from 12noon in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek hosted by the Falls Creek Tennis and Social Club.
OCT 15 Mount Beauty Writers Festival- attracting some very interesting and prominent personalities. For more detail visit: https:// www.mountbeautywritersfestival.com/
NOV 18-20 Blue Dirt Ignition Mountain Bike Festival. Tickets now on Sale. Visit: https://bluedirt. com.au/ignition-mtb-season-opener/
NOV 26-28 Falls Creek Alpine Challenge. Distances of 10/16/25/42/60/100/160 km. For further details and to enter, Em: runningwild56@ bigpond.com or visit: https://www. runningwild.net.au/
