What an incredible season it's been, helping people with disabilities find freedom on snow. Whether it's skiing or snowboarding, we all love the slopes - and being able to give back to the sport that has given us so much is a truly rewarding experience.
Throughout the season, our dedicated team of guides - both seasoned veterans and enthusiastic newcomers - have come together to create unforgettable moments for our members. We’re incredibly lucky to be part of such a passionate, generous community. Want to Get Involved?
If you're looking to be part of something meaningful, surrounded by passionate people all working towards one goal - giving our members the best day possible on snow - we'd love to hear from you.
Located 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!
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
Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au
Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au
Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum
A Resort Entry Vehicle Permit is required for your vehicle when entering the resort between Friday 6th June and Sunday 5th October 2025. The entrance to the resort is at Howman’s Gap, approximately 4km below the village. Permits can be pre-purchased and printed at home prior to arriving at the resort, or purchased at the resort entrance ticket office.
The day rate is $67 if you purchase your entry permit on-line. There is no extra charge for printing Resort Entry Permits at the Howman’s Gap Ticket Box. If arriving after 5pm and departing the resort prior to midnight on the same day, resort entry is free!
Season Entry Permits are available for purchase in line and can be collected at Howman’s Gap Ticket Office or the Visitor Information Centre.
Prices: Normal Season: $617. Over 65’s: $495. All Resorts: $959
Resort Entry Fees fund the essential services of:
• Ski Patrol • Car Parking
• Water Supply • Snow Clearing
• Waste Management • Visitor Information Services
Pre-purchasing Resort Entry Tickets and printing at home makes it faster and easier for you to get in to the resort.
Visitor Information Centre
The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located upstairs in the Falls Creek Alpine Resort office, on the corner of Slalom Street and Snowgums Lane. Open Daily from 8am – 5pm for visitor information & gym memberships. Ph: 03 5758 1200. Map Ref: E4
Accommodation Transfer Service (ATS)
Operating from the Terminal Building on Bogong High Plains Road, the Accommodation Transfer Service will transport you, your group and your luggage to your accommodation in the village. Tickets can be pre-purchased online or at the ATS terminal.
Hours of Operation: Saturday – Thursday: 8am – 10pm Fridays: 8am – 12 midnight
DWA Fridays
Come and join one of our final Friday training sessions - running from 10:30am to 12:30pm or 2pm to 4pm - or swing by our Friday Raffle Nights from 4:30pm to 6pm at Powderkeg, St Falls. It's a great chance to learn more and have a chat.
Auction Day/Night – Saturday, August 30
Don’t miss our biggest event of the season! Our Auction Day/Night is happening on Saturday, August 30. Every dollar raised goes directly to building our new facility, upgrading equipment, and supporting our programsensuring the best possible experiences for our members.
Check the advert in this paper for details about the online silent auction and raffle items (tickets available throughout the day).
Guide Course – September 6 & 7
Want to become a guide? We’re running a new training course on September 6 and 7. This is your chance to learn how to support our members on snow and become part of this incredible community.
Interested? Reach out to Paul or Zac(contact info at the end of this article).
This Week on the Mountain
We had another fantastic week with smiling faces all around. Our latest camp was filled with joy, energy, and deep gratitude—it was a truly special time for everyone involved. On the member services side, we had some unforgettable family moments:
Contact Falls Creek Alpine Resort via: Em: info.fallscreek@alpneresorts.vic.gov.au or Ph: 03 5758 1200
• Josh, one of our guides, brought his son Leo down from the Gold Coast for the first time. Josh, a snowboarder, trained earlier this season to pilot a sit-ski - on a snowboard! This allowed him to take Leo, who was born without eyes, across the mountain. An incredibly moving moment for the entire family.
• We also welcomed Bec and her daughter Ayisha, both in sit-skis. It was an emotional day, as the family had once thought their days on the snow together were over. Seeing them glide down the mountain side by side was nothing short of magical.
Every week brings new stories, new connections, and more reasons to smile. We’re so proud of what this community continues to achieve - and we can't wait to share more moments with you. •
Contact us: Zac Howard, Camps Coordinator.
Em: fallscreek_camps@disabledwintersport. com.au.
Ph: 0401 375 842
Paul Lamb, Resort Services Coordinator.
Em: paul.lamb@disabledwintersport.com.au.
Mb: 0403 752 629.
Wb: www.disabledwintersport.com.au
As I type this on 18/8/2025, I’ve just come back to work after being off the hill for a fortnight as I was unwell. It’s my first few hours in the shop and I’m kinda (but not really) surprised at how tired I feel and that I’m getting a headache.
It was a really hard decision to make to shut the physical and online shop for a period to enable me to slow down and focus on my health and wellbeing. The timing was appalling. August has been since opening
my shop my busiest and most profitable month, so making the decision to close wasn’t made lightly.
When you work for yourself, work in a seasonal industry and in a super specific niche of that industry, any time you are not open is dollars lost, which can be the difference between buying stock for the following year, and in some instances paying yourself a wage that week or month.
When working for yourself and being unwell, it's crucial to prioritise your health and, if possible, manage potential disruptions to your work. The ex-HR Manager in me would tell future me ‘plan for sick days by setting aside funds and adjusting your schedule to allow for rest and recovery. Communicate with clients or collaborators about any deadlines or meetings that need to be rescheduled, and consider delegating tasks if possible’. The reality isn’t that simple.
We all get sick. Anyone who says they’ve never been sick in their life either has a terrible memory or is lying to themselves. It’s statistically extremely unlikely to never get sick over the course of the average person's life. I guess you could mitigate against these stats with either a very narrow or very broad definition of what constitutes ‘sickness’ … but I digress.
High-pressure jobs can create psychological stress that is severe enough to have physical effects, from chronic headaches to nausea to insomnia. Severe stress has even been known to cause strokes. If we find ourselves in the kind of job that is resulting in a hit to our health, we must take intentional steps to better our body and mind. First, try to identify the source of your stress. At the onset of your physical symptoms, write down what’s happening to you and around you. Second, make sure you’re getting enough exercise and mental downtime, voicing your concerns to others, and setting
healthy boundaries. Finally, if none of these things seem to be working, consider finding a new job. (https://hbr.org/2017/11/what-todo-when-work-stress-literally-makes-yousick)
My job isn’t high-pressure (the pressure I put on myself is a different matter and a whole other article). While thinking about writing this article, I found a great piece called “How to survive illness with your freelance business and reputation intact” by Leo Wiles, 03 June 2016 that I found amusing. “Freelance Flu is just like regular flu – except your clients don’t give a toss. And when illness strikes, it’s one of the few times I miss working in an office. Oh, the option to call in sick and stay in bed. Or on the couch with your duvet, tissues and remote control. There’s nothing like getting the rest you need AND getting paid at the same time. Not so when you work for yourself. There’s no one to pick up the slack and not even the cat cares, as long as you feed it occasionally.”
A lot of that paragraph resonated with me and made me giggle. For the first time in a very long time, I missed having the option to call in sick and let someone else deal with your workload (even when it’s usually just sitting there waiting for you once you're better and back at work).
For once, I couldn’t manage potential disruptions to my work. I don’t have the staff. I work in my own business six days a week. I work every weekend in winter. Unless there is a family crisis (and yes, my dog Spot is included in my definition of family) or a kid is going to stand on a podium after a competition, I have not shut the shop in the past.
So I made the decision to shut up shop literally and figuratively. I knew I needed to focus on my health, which meant not looking at emails, texts, social media messages, answering phone calls, and packing orders to post out all of which would have happened if I’d only shut the physical shop and left the online store open.
Did it piss some people off? Yep. Was it the right decision for me? Yes. Without question.
Winter is short in Australia, but life should be long. My decision was what was best for me and my family and I’ve been able to recuperate and come back to work because of that decision. Did I lose revenue? Absolutely, but in the broader scheme of life that’s ok and rectifiable. There may be times in the coming weeks where I need to adjust my trading hours to ensure my health and well-being continue to improve. Check socials for up-to-date store opening hours for the rest of winter.
Thanks to everyone who supported me while I was unwell. Your support & care means the world to me.
You can see what’s happening in store on Instagram and Facebook. Come give @spot. sir.spotsalot the dog a pat & a dog treat. •
Thankyou, Nyree
Guiding Our Kids Through Kei Shin Kahn. In every great community, there are unsung heroes quietly shaping the next generationand this week, I am proud to shine a light on two of them: Doug and Noreen (Norzie), our local Kei Shin Kahn instructors.
By day, Doug and Norzie might be found cruising through snow on their snowmobiles sharing the delights of our beautiful snowcovered Bogong High Plains on a Falls Creek Snowmobile Tour, but come Tuesday night, they swap helmets for discipline and dedication, leading Kei Shin Kahn classes for our local children.
Doug & Norzie lead with quiet strength. They ask for no recognition, yet their presence is deeply felt. Through quiet dedication and unwavering discipline, they shape not only
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skilled martial artists but stronger members of the community.
What began as a few local children in lockdown has grown into a thriving group of over 20 students aged 4 to 15 years old. Under Norzie’s steady guidance and Doug’s undeniable charm, each class becomes more than just a martial arts session - it becomes a lesson in focus, respect, and inner strength.
The structured yet encouraging environment gives kids the opportunity not only to earn grades and belts but also to build lifelong skills in discipline, confidence, and perseverance. Doug and Norzie, we see you — and we thank
you. For the countless hours, the patience, the laughter, and the care you pour into every session, your community at Falls Creek is better because of you. • Georgie Gavisn Will Clift
Hailing from the Sunshine Coast, Indie Soul musician
Will Clift began his music career early as a busker in his hometown at the Eumundi markets.
Up until recently, Will was living out a Troy Bolton lifestyle playing rugby fulltime whilst trying to pursue music. Switching things up, Will released his third EP last year collaborating with Australian icon, Matt Corby to cowrite and produce the four tracks.
Will's music has gained 700k+ plays and featured on Spotify playlists such as New Music Fridays AU/NZ with his sound being likened to Matt Corby, Tom Misch and Allen Stone. His unforgettable shows include supports for Matt Corby, Dan Sultan, Eves Karydas, Ross Wilson (Mondo Rock) and sharing festival slots with Sons of East, All Day and Bag Raiders. Will has sold out shows in Sydney & Melbourne during his last three tours of the east coast as well as playing his first international show in London earlier this year. Will is in town next week at Happy Harvey Hour at the Hotel on Tuesday 26th and Thursday 28th and in between getting it on at Feathertop Lodge with Bondy and tea, on Wednesday 27th.
On behalf of the Organising Committee it is a great pleasure to welcome all participants and supporters to Falls Creek for the 2025 Kangaroo Hoppet. As I write this in the evening of 11 August to meet a print deadline, skiers from 22 other nations have already entered – so once again the resort will really be living up to the tagline ‘Hoppet Saturday – When the World Comes to Falls Creek’.
Regardless of whether you have travelled from around the corner or around the world to be with us I hope that you all enjoy the
warm hospitality and atmosphere that the Hoppet, with a lot of help from our partners and supporters in the local communities, manages to deliver each year to our skiing friends from around the world at Falls Creek.
While welcoming skiers and friends to the event, I would like also take the liberty of speaking on your behalf to acknowledge and thank the groups without whom there would not be an event – beginning with our three major sponsors and partners AGL, Falls Creek Alpine Resort and the Mount Beauty & District Community Bank, and moving on to the Falls Creek cross country grooming team, without whom there would not be a course to ski on.
Finally, to leave the best to last, a HUGE THANKS to the members of our organising committees, our race office staff, the team from Alpine Timing and the small army of volunteers from the local and cross country skiing communities who are the backbone of our operations - with special mention of Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club, the Rotary Club of Mount Beauty and Falls Creek SES. Allan Marsland
Chairman Kangaroo Hoppet
KANGAROO HOPPET RACE OFFICE & BIB COLLECTION
Located next to the Visitor Information Centre on the left as you approach Mt Beauty.
OPENING HOURS
Saturday 16th 2pm – 6pm
Sunday 17th 2pm – 6pm
Thursday 21st 2pm – 6pm
Friday 22nd 10am – 11pm
Sat 23rd 6.30am – 8.30am 2pm – 6pm
Sunday 24th 9am – 3pm
This is your One Stop Hoppet Shop where you can:
• Collect race numbers.
• Check out the range of Hoppet clothing and souvenir items and the Hoppet Dozen featuring wines from the King Valley and Alpine Valleys wine regions.
• Purchase a Worldloppet Passport.
• Enter the race. Late entries accepted until 4 pm Friday 22nd August.
• Catch up with friends and check out who is here this year.
Friday 22 August
4.00 pm Worldloppet Masters & Passport Holders Reception
Venue: Mount Beauty Senior Centre, 12 Hollonds St, Mount Beauty
Please note, we will not be providing a shuttle from Falls Creek. If you have a car and would like to carpool or you don't have a car and would like to find a ride, please email info@hoppet.com.au, and we will attempt to put people together.
Enquiries call Bruce Wharrie 0459 704 464
Saturday 23rd August 2025
Falls Creek Nordic Bowl
9:30am Kangaroo Hoppet 42km
9:40am Australian Birkebeiner 21km
9:50am Joey Hoppet 7km
Flower Ceremony Presentations
11:45am Hoppet Finish Area Podium places for all events
AGL Scholarships
And when you come back down off the mountain and need a meal or just somewhere to hang out over a drink or snack, there are a number of choices, including:
Mountain Monk Brewery, Rocky Valley Ski Centre, Mount Beauty Bakery, Crank Handle Brewery, Ziggi’s, Treats, Settlers Tavern, Grass Valley Restaurant, Swiss & Chips, Bombay Velvet and Mountain Creek Lodge out in Tawonga.
Post Race Social Evening and Awards Presentation
Brewers Lounge, Mountain Monk Brewery, Lakeside Avenue, Mount Beauty
Parking via Tailrace Road or behind the stadium in Pool Road.
Bistro meals available from 5.30pm. Bookings strongly recommended.
Presentations start at 7:30pm
7:30 Top 10 42km Kangaroo Hoppet
7:40 Top three 21km Birkebeiner
7:45 Top three 7km Joey Hoppet
7:50 AGL Athlete Scholarships
7:55 42km, 21km, 7km Age Class winners
8:10 Worldloppet Masters
8:15 Fischer Spot Prizes
Sunday 24th August
Appreciate Your Achievement!
Hoppet Race Office in the Auditorium at the Mount Beauty Information Centre.
• Check results.
• Last chance for Hoppet shopping.
Relax with friends over a coffee and brunch at your choice of The Bakery, Grass Valley, Rocky Valley Snowsports, Lilli Pilli, and the Little Coffee Van outside Settlers Tavern. •
The Hoppet Dozen, available only from the Kangaroo Hoppet Race Office in Mount Beauty, provides a unique chance to sample wines from three of our local north east Victorian wineries.
The number of grape varieties grown in the Kiewa, Ovens and King Valleys means that getting a range of wines in the mix is never a challenge, the hardest part is deciding what to leave out. This year we have two wine varieties making their first appearance in the Hoppet Dozen. From Sam Miranda we have a Saperavi in the reds and from Gapsted a White Shiraz. Saperavi is one of the oldest grape varieties, originating in Georgia, where they have been making wine for 8000 years. The first thing you will notice when pouring a glass of Saperavi is the incredible colour. Unlike most red wines, where the colour comes from the skin, the colour in Saperavi grapes extends through the flesh of the grape resulting in the intense colour. Which leads us on to the White Shiraz from Gapsted which is made by removing the grapeskin from the juice immediately after crushing.
Beautifully packed in six bottle presentation packs of either reds or whites, and priced at just $95 for six bottles, the Hoppet Dozen is a unique opportunity to broaden your north east wine experience. And they also make a very nice Xmas gift – if you can keep them for that long. A word of advice, don’t leave it until too late on Sunday to do your Hoppet Dozen shopping – the ‘sold out’ sign went up at about 10.30 last year.
White Wines
Sam Miranda Wines.
Snow Road, Oxley.
NV Prosecco
2024 Arneis
NV Biano (a blend of Pinot Grigio, Verduzzo, Arneis and Gruner Vetliner)
Gapsted Estate.
Great Alpine Road, Gapsted.
2023 High Country Chardonnay
2022 Alpine Road White Shiraz
Ceccanti Kiewa Valley Wines.
Bay Creek Lane, Mongans Bridge.
2021 Reisling
Red Wines
Sam Miranda Wines. Snow Road, Oxley.
2018 Sangiovese Barbera
2024 Sam Miranda Saperavi 2022 Super King (Cabernet / Sangiovese)
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Gapsted Wines.
Great Alpine Road, Gapsted.
2023 High Country Tempranillo 2022 Valley Selection Cabernet Ceccanti Kiewa Valley Wines. Bay Creek Lane, Mongans Bridge. 2019 Merlot
Even if you can’t make it to the Hoppet Office during Hoppet Week, there is no excuse not to drop in on one of these cellar doors to try out the wines on offer and take some home to share with friends. And for those of you who don’t drive home along the Snow Road, you can always stop by the Mount Beauty Supermarket which has a great range of wines from all three wineries, but no tasting! •
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Fresh snowfall last weekend with low temps and large flake clusters have topped up an already solid base. Every lift is spinning and with more sunny days on the horizon and the village buzzing with energy, there’s no better time to get out and enjoy the slopes, the snow, and everything Falls Creek has to offer!
As the days grow longer and the sun warms the slopes, Falls Creek is shining bright this spring. No other mountain in Australia captures the magic of sun and snow quite like Falls Creek! This is where Aussies, famed for their love of sun and surf, know exactly how to make the most of a sunny day with a mountain twist. Rocky Valley Dam always sets the scene perfectly, offering a stunning backdrop for skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing or simply soaking in the alpine atmosphere.
This season, local venues across the resort are keeping the fun alive with incredible specials, from dining deals to après treats, and more offers will be rolled out as spring progresses. Make sure to check the What’s On Guide regularly to stay up to date with the latest spring offers and experiences.
The excitement continues with a line-up of can’t-miss events. On 6 – 7 September, pull out your vintage jackets, pants, and jumpsuits for the colourful Retro Weekend, where the entire resort steps back in time. Prizes for the best retro outfits will be awarded at Slalom Plaza and Cloud 9, ensuring a weekend full of fun and nostalgia.
Also on 6 – 7 September, the Summit Masters return to the top of the mountain, celebrating tradition with two days of competition. Including Giant Slalom on Saturday, followed by Bumps on Sunday.
On 7 September, the slopes welcome the annual Junior Mini Pipe Masters presented by Burton, a free event for under-16s and their parents. With tricks, prizes, and heaps of fun, it’s a celebration of family and youth snow culture. Parents are encouraged to get involved too, making it a day for the whole family to enjoy.
The Bandwagon Banked Slalom on 13 September is another highlight, offering a bumpy, challenging ride through Falls Creek’s banked slalom course. Riders of all levels are encouraged to take part, with prizes for
open 7 days from 10am to 7pm massage, facials, hairdressing, nails & waxing
the best Western-themed outfits adding extra flair, but remember, helmets are still compulsory for all competitors.
Looking ahead, mark 5 October for the iconic Pond Skim, a fun-filled end-of-season celebration combining creativity, skill, courage, and a little luck. Competitors over 10 years of age will see if they can glide across the icy pond or take a plunge, with huge prizes and plenty of cheering to spur them on. Spring at Falls Creek is a time for sunshine, snow, and unforgettable experiences. With spectacular natural scenery, exciting events, and great value to be found across the resort, there’s no better place to enjoy the alpine lifestyle this season. Check out the What’s On Guide via fallscreek.com.au/whats-on/ •
5 Hollonds St, MOUNT BEAUTY
Ph: 0434 691 864
Thurs & Fri: 4pm – 10pm Saturday: 3:30pm – 10pm Sunday: 3:30pm – 9pm
Open: Sunday to Thursday: 10am - 9pm Friday & Saturday: 10am - 10pm
This is it. The Kangaroo Hoppet week has finally arrived. With the big race scheduled for Saturday 23 August, the anticipation is at its peak as Falls Creek prepares to host Australia’s largest and most prestigious cross-country skiing event. The Hoppet marks a welcome conclusion to the winter racing season here on the high plains. Skiers from across Australia and abroad will take on the 42 km marathon, the 21 km Australian Birkebeiner, and the 7 km Joey Hoppet, ensuring there is something for everyone.
While the spotlight is firmly on Saturday’s race, it is worth remembering that spring offers its own rewards at Falls Creek. The longer days and firmer snow create ideal conditions to
Slip on in to
The new coffee window and express take away!
• Fresh cakes & slices daily
• Ham/cheese/tomato toasties
• Wedges with sour cream and sweet chilli sauce
• Home-made dumplings
• Specials - gravy beef/ pork rolls
• Fresh Sushi
• Lasagne- pre-cooked and only need to heat
Check Insta page for specials
Merchant Coffee Roaster – House Party Blend
HALLEY’S HOLE | 11 Slalom Street
50 metres up from Halley’s Comet
explore beyond the groomed trails, particularly for those keen to try a crust ski adventure. If you do head out, remember a few essentials: start early before the sun softens the snow, plan your route carefully, tell someone where you are going and always carry your phone. Hydration and snacks are vital for longer days, while sunscreen, lip balm, and sunglasses are non-negotiable for protection in the strong alpine sun.
The past weekend saw Falls Creek host the Australian National Championships, a final test before the Hoppet. Saturday featured the classic sprint, held under less-than-ideal conditions with wind and fresh snowfall, while Sunday brought blue skies and firmer tracks for the freestyle distance races. The fresh snow was a relief after a stretch of warmer weather had thinned the cover, ensuring that both events were memorable for athletes and spectators alike.
In the women’s sprint, Rosie Fordham claimed victory in commanding fashion, ahead of Hannah Price in second and Satara Moon in third. Elle Sankey secured the final spot in the A-final, rounding out the top four. The men’s sprint final was hotly contested, with Seve De Campo emerging as the winner, narrowly edging out Phillip Bellingham in second. Jayden Spring showed impressive speed to take third, while Switzerland’s Lauro Brändli finished fourth.
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. Phone: 5758 3009
Sunday’s 10 km freestyle races highlighted the depth of Australian skiing talent. In the men’s event, Seve De Campo once again proved untouchable, skiing to victory ahead of Phillip Bellingham, with Lauro Brändli taking third. The women’s race saw Rosie Fordham double up on her sprint success, winning comfortably ahead of Hannah Price in second and Isabella Moon in third.
The National Championships also featured Australia’s Para Nordic athletes, who are working toward qualification for the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Milano. In the sprint event, Dave Miln led the way with victory, followed by Taryn Dickens in second and Matthew Brumby in third. In Sunday’s distance race, Miln again took top spot, with Brumby close behind. Dickens was unable to compete due to illness, and we wish her a speedy recovery ahead of the Hoppet. Later this year, the athletes will travel to Canada to begin their official Paralympic qualification campaign, and their performances at Falls Creek showed they are on a promising path. These performances also sealed the overall FIS Continental Cup standings, with both De Campo and Fordham crowned champions. Their consistency over the season has been a testament to their fitness and form as they look ahead to international competition. Fordham reflected on her success with enthusiasm: “It was great to be back home racing with the rest of the Australian XC community and to have the junior and open races combined. It was awesome to see so many kids stoked about the sport. Very happy with my performances over the two weekends of national champs and it’s great to have won the ANC again this year. I’m really looking forward to the Hoppet. This will be my first Hoppet and I’ve heard great things about the event so I’m excited to get around it for the first time.”
Injury management with X-ray facilities, emergency care and general practice.
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5 Bogong High Plains Rd At the base of the Gully chairlift – between Gebi’s Apartments and Falls Creek Country Club. 9am to 5pm, Seven Days a week! Walk in, no appointment needed.
AFTER HOURS – On Call 5pm to 9am Contact: 03 5758 3238
Creek came with some intense racing. I was super happy to come away with the two wins and with the level being high it made for great racing experience as we prepare for the upcoming World Cup and Olympic season,” he said. “After a poor sprint day in Perisher I had to win both events here in Falls Creek in order to get the points back, so there was certainly some pressure. Credit to Phil and Jayden who are both skiing well. Ultimately it made for some really fast and exciting racing.” SkiMo racing arrives at Falls Creek!
After three years of preparation and some tricky winters, Snow Australia is set to deliver the country’s first-ever Ski Mountaineering (SkiMo) race right here at Falls Creek on Sunday 24 August. This newly minted Olympic sport has been booming internationally, and now the Australian snow and backcountry community gets the chance to be part of it.
Several of Australia’s recent SkiMo World Cup athletes will finally get to compete on home snow, including mountain-running recruit Daniel Trevena and XC Olympian Phil Bellingham.
“It’s great to see a SkiMo race in this part of the world,” said Trevena, who raced his first SkiMo World Cup and World Championship in Europe earlier this year. “The sport’s exploding internationally and there are heaps of local athletes who could do well, so this is a chance for anyone skimo-curious to see and try a race. Lycra junkies, backcountry tourers, anyone can learn to go up AND down fast.”
Bellingham will line up for the SkiMo Challenge just one day after tackling the 42km Kangaroo Hoppet. “Everyone knows I’m always up for a challenge,” he said.
“Racing the day after the Hoppet will be tough, but I’m looking forward to seeing the course and giving it everything I can.”
The Falls Creek Mini-Individual SkiMo will run between Dicky Knees and Scott Chairlift, featuring multiple ascents, descents, and even a boot-pack section to really test the legs. Course inspection opens at 10 am, before an 11 am mass start, with presentations to follow at Dicky Knees.
Snow Australia SkiMo Chair Brian Lichi is thrilled to finally launch the event:
“After two years of cancelled races it’s great to finally see this ready to go. As we look ahead to Milano-Cortina 2026, this is a stunning chance for everyone from the casual tourer to the uphill hero to try their hand at SkiMo and pit themselves against the mountain - and maybe their friends.”
While five Australian women raced the World Cup circuit last season, none will be on the start line due to school exams or being overseas - making the women’s field wide open.
Registrations are open now on the Snow Australia website. • Katerina Paul
Enjoy the comfort and safety!
A skeleton service will operate until late June, when the full time-table will come into operation. Refer to our website: https://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 available throughout the entire 2024 season.
Located within the Slalom Plaza precinct, this is a pure ski in ski out managed apartment located with the St Falls complex, it is spacious, featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms sleeping four people plus a fold out sofa bed. It measures approximately 72m2 internally, plus a balcony with Hot tub of approximately 7sqm and is on the market for $900,000.
This single level apartment on level four is easily accessible with a lift and it offers a good-sized kitchen with island bench and plenty of storage. St Falls is in an amazing
location with one of the main ski lifts outside the doors, and on-site we have a quality supermarket, restaurant, café and bar plus two boutique stores, the post office and a ski shop and ski hire. An added advantage is that you are able to drive right to the door and unpack or load up - a luxury in winter at Falls Creek.
The St Falls complex has a long alpine head lease, the apartment is sold with a
management agreement in place. With the management agreement owners can have seven weeks of use per annum which is not restricted. If owners wish for more than seven weeks use, the owner shall pay the manager a letting fee equal to 10% of the rental that would otherwise have been charged. This is the perfect amount of time to enjoy the slopes in winter or use the apartment during summer & winter, whilst securing a regular rental income.
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 more
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Father’s Day Mini Pipe Masters Ed 13 * 12.09.25 * Oakley Freestyle Series Banked Slalom and The Dreamer Ed 14 * 19.09.25 * Falls Creek Pond Skim. Oktoberfest, Dashshund Derby, Summer Activities.
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planned) – with most being accessed from Slalom Plaza. 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 suite of summer activities includes Ignition – the launch of the mountain bike season; the Alpine Challenge; the Mile
High Dragon Boats; Feastival, the regional Longest Lunch; the Bicycle Network Peaks Challenge Falls Creek; the Easter Festival as well as regular mountain bike shuttles. Properties in Falls Creek are exempt from the new Vacant Residential Land Tax. For further information or to arrange an inspection, contact Christa Smit on 0402 277 808 or email christa@zirkyrealestate. com.au. •
WHERE 2D Tawonga Crescent. WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays. HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
WHO Doctors: Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delanay, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cusson, Damian Heman, Daniel Florisson and Jacinta O’Neil.
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 43 years of service to the Upper Kiewa Valley. CONTACT Ph: 03 5754 3400
Em: enquiries@mbmc.com.au
Wb: https://www.mbmc.com.au/
If you need to see a doctor please contact Mount Beauty Medical Centre on 03 5754 3400. You may be directed to a doctor for a tele-health appointment. Our Doctors are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week from Mount Beauty.
Your local practice – supporting the community!
VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS
Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. Bring a drink bottle and towel. $10 per session. Classes by Narelle Jones. Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)
FOOD IS MEDICINE!
If you give a child's brain junk food, you get back junk behavior, junk learning, junk mood, and junk health. FREE PUPPIES
Mother is a Kennel Club registered German Shepherd. Father is a Super Dog, able to leap tall fences in a single bound. Ph: 0400 350 488.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
"There are people sitting there who are deliberately waiting for the trill of being offended. They want to be offended because it gives them a sense of moral superiority!" John Cleese MISSING BOOK
This ‘Missing Book’ advert has appeared for quite some time now. Your Journo has purchased a digital copy from Melbourne University. But, the book itself is important – because it was given to a member of the community to be kept in perpetuity for the community. Titled “The Interaction between Land Use, the Environment and the Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985” it is a vital piece of local history. If anyone can help us, call 0400 350 488.
Falls Creek is one of the first resorts to recycle organic matter! We recycle:-
• Cardboard – baled and sold for re-manufacture.
• Co-mingles – plastic, glass and paper – in the clear plastic bags with the BLACK print.
• Organics – anything that has ever lived – food, paper, oyster shells, bones – in the clear plastic bags with the GREEN print – all sent to be composted.
Falls Creek Garbage is collected seven days a week during winter If you require supplies of bags, have a question, or see a problem, phone us on 0437 306 799
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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.
CARPET CLEANING
Call Nathan of NatWest Home Maintenance, your local Carpet Cleaning Service. 0429 933 492.
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.
COLLECTABLES & HOMEWARES
I Dream Of Snow - Vintage snow collectables & brand new homewares. Open on-line all year round. www.idreamofsnow.com
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.
LANDSCAPING
Design and landscaping - quality work. Contact Hamish at External Solutions: Em: admin@externalsolutions.com.au. Mb: 0400 160 532.
LD’S HOME PET CARE
Pet Care and Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 0407 541 695.
LOCKSMITH & HANDYMAN
Codi Coutts – servicing the Kiewa Valley & North East Victoria. Ph: 0475 388 990. Em: kiewavalleylocksmith@yahoo.com
PAINTING SERVICES
Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial.
Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services. Ph: Laif: 0437 023 921.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Therapy, 5A Hollonds St, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.
PILATES
Reformer, Group or Individual for a better quality of life. Wildflower Pilates Ph: 0433 017 660.
REMEDIAL MASSAGE
Altitude Physio, Massage & Myotherapy. Ph: 03 5758 3766
STORAGE
Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units. Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com
There’s a wattle blooming every day, somewhere in our land
From the misty alpine passes to the burning desert sand
From the Eastern coastal fringes where the wattle grows the best
To the lonely rugged gorges of the Kimberley out West.
The wattle is our symbol, and a hundred years before Henry Lawson wrote of the shearers’ strikes he saw--“We’ll make the tyrants feel the sting o’ those that they would throttle They needn’t say the fault is ours if blood should stain the wattle.”
Of all the native trees the wattle wins the test
For it blooms in golden trusses and the wild birds make their nest High up in the canopy, well in from the borders Snug and safe from mankind and aerial marauders.
Open 5pm Daily for Food & Drinks
Chicken Wings Plate - 8, 25 and 75 Meat Platters
Brisket, Lamb or Pork… freshly cooked in our smoker
Crusty Bread Roll with Smoked Meat of the day
Sprigs of wattle went along when Aussies left for war
To the poppy-fields of Flanders, beneath the cannons’ roar
The Diggers kept the wattle close --- those brave and hardened men,
And the wattle was their talisman, to get back home again.
Australians love the wattle, and the mighty river gums, That grow up on the Murray, and no matter what fate comes, No matter where we travel, no matter where we roam It’s the Wattle and the Redgum that draw our hearts back home.
Substantial Bar Snacks 5pm – 9pm
Vegetable Spring Rolls Sweet Potato Fries / Beer Battered Potato Chips Corn Ribs
Sprouts, Onion and Bacon
Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli Florets
AUG 23, 30 Park Run. 8am at Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Ave. All welcome. Enquiries to: mountbeauty@parkrun. com
AUG 23 9:30am: Kangaroo Hoppet, 42km. 9:40am: Birkebeiner, 25km. 9:50am: Joey Hoppet, 7km. https://www.hoppet.com.au/
AUG 23 TDFNL Qualifying Final. Sandy Creek
AUG 24 TDFNL Elimination Final. Sandy Creek
AUG 28 Rudi Pendl Cup GS Race on the Summit –honouring a much loved resident. From 12noon. https://www.skifalls.com.au/whats-on/events/ racing-series/rudi-pendl-cup
AUG 29 Start Mim’s three day women’s program and Mike’s three day men’s program.
AUG 30 New Zealand Merino Muster. World Loppet New Zealand’s pinnacle cross-country ski race. Race Distances 42km, 21km, 14km and 7km. https:// snowfarm.nz/merino-muster/
SEP 6 Mount Beauty Community Market. 9am – 1pm Hydro Park, 1 Lakeside Ave. You make it, you bake it, you grow it – you’re welcome! Enquiries to: mountbeautymarket@gmail.com
SEP 6 & 7 Summit Masters – Two days of GS and Bumps on the Summit. https://www.skifalls.com.au/whatson/events/racing-series/summit-masters
SEP 7 Father’s Day - a day set aside for honouring one's father, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. "Father's Day" complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as Mother's Day.
SEP 7 Father’s Day Junior Mini Pipe Masters presented by Burton. Highway 83, 10am – 12noon
SEP 23 – 25 Henty Machinery Field Days, 22 Lubkes Road, HENTY. Ph: 02 6929 3305. https://hmfd.com.au/
OCT 5 Falls Creek Pond Skim. Join in to celebrate another amazing season with a splash! The Pond Skim combines creativity, skill and courage with a little luck! Time and location to be advised.
OCT 11 OktoberFest & Dachshund Derby. Mountain Monk Brewery. From 12noon. 1 Lakeside Ave. 03 5754 4985
For further details on coming events, go to: https://www.fallscreek.com.au/whats-on/events/
