Welcome to Our World!

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PRICELESS
WINTER EDITION ELEVEN
FRIDAY 19TH AUGUST 2016
Welcome to Our World!
Top: Enjoying a faint bit of sunshine, Rob Curtis heads to the finish. Pic - Ken Bell.
Left: Kieran McLaughlin training for STC. Pic - Toby Royce. • Right: A minute of beauty lasts a lifetime!. Pic - Chris Hocking.
FROM THE CEO
The Lucky Resort…
T
his last week, I attended a
symposium of sorts at Mt. Buller
that tackled the challenges facing
tourism, the environment, planning and
managing Alpine Resorts. I attended the
event as a guest of Biosis. Biosis are ecology
and cultural heritage consultants that Resort
Management has engaged over the years to
provide guidance and information, as well as
to assist in navigating the ever changing and
highly complicated legislative landscape.
Biosis were a major sponsor of the forum.
What became very apparent throughout the
two days of presentations, discussions and
‘relationship building’ was that Falls Creek
is uniquely placed and very well positioned
to embrace the changing ‘experience’ being
sought by the modern tourist and resort
user, as well as the environmental, planning
and policy initiatives that come with the
territory of being a Crown Land manager.
Falls Creek, in the context of slope aspect
and positioning is blessed with topography
that faces South (for the majority of runs),
hence has a natural advantage regards snow
retention and run longevity. Furthermore,
with precipitation levels in excess of the
other resorts, under the right conditions,
Falls Creek captures and retains more
natural snow fall on slope and recycles the
associated run off from the melt better
than any current Australian resort. The
latter is done via an aqueduct network
which multi-tasks as XC trails in winter,
running/walking tracks as well as MTB
networks in summer (and the occasional
trout fishing spot too!).
Hence, by definition, the resort is the
personification of sustainability and
responsible management of scarce
resources, via ‘recycling’ or multi-tasking
- that other resorts want to be. The Rocky
Valley Dam and the association with AGL
regards supplemental use of the water
resource for snow making purposes (and
Summer water sports) is the envy of every
resort in the country (given the current
lengths other resorts are going to, to secure
water storage/snow making facilities).
Furthermore, the dam is a key strategic
point of difference when evaluating where
and why any investment or funding in
the Victorian alpine region should be
undertaken or prioritised.
Falls Creek can clearly demonstrate
the ability to provide a sustainable and
unmatched long term offering, with
access to and responsible use of scarce
resourcing for its winter product offering.
Furthermore, the unique alpine village
provides a sense of place, community and
a built environ that synchronises with the
natural surrounds unlike any of our local
peers and is activated across all seasons.
To further cement our position as the best
alpine resort in Australia (note I’m biased!),
we are also the gateway to the Bogong High
Plains and the Alpine National Park. The
splendour, natural beauty and uniqueness
the high plains offer for those seeking a true
‘nature based’ experience is unparalleled.
For those reading who haven’t visited us
in Summer… I ask - why? For a start it’s
cooler up here, whilst you’re sweltering in the
lowlands, we are on average about 10 degrees
cooler …and, as we say… “every night is a
doona night at Falls Creek” and there are
plenty of things for the entire family to do
that can pack out a long weekend or more.
Need an excuse, check out the Summer events
calendar, pick a date, or just come up for a
‘serenity’ break. Don’t forget to schedule in
time to enjoy the drive through some of the
amazing valleys, experience the food, the wine,
the beer, the overall hospitality of what the
region and surrounding towns have to offer.
At the forum, much was discussed about
‘facilitated’ experiences. At Falls Creek
we’ve embraced this in so many aspects
Be part of the team!
As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club,
young athletes 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 freindly environment.
Programs from primary to late teens - including tertiary tuition
for full time athletes.
An integral part of Falls Creek and its history
Visit: www.raceclubfallscreek.com.au Em: [email protected]
Race Club
VIC Alpine
Interschools
22nd, 23rd
& 24th
August
Resort Entry Tickets
may also be purchased on-line at
Visitor Information Centre
The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located
at the Resort Management Office, upstairs on the
corner of Slalom Street and the Bogong High Plains
Road. Open 8am - 5pm daily for visitor inquiries and
gym memberships.
Phone 5758 1202. (Map Ref E4)
Resort Entry
Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap,
approximately 4km before reaching Falls Creek. Day
and Night Passes are available at $49.50 on arrival per
day (or $45 on-line). The first day is 50% off if arriving
after 1pm and free if arriving after 4pm. Visitors over 65
years of age receive a discount.
Season Passes are available for $395 (or $325 on-line).
An ‘All Resorts’ permit, valid at all Victoria Snow Resorts,
is available for $660. Enquire at Visitor Information.
Resort Entry fees fund essential services of:
• Ski Patrol • Car parking
• Snow Clearing • Water Supply
• Waste Management • Visitor Information Services.
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Child Care Hours & Rates
Falls Creek Child Care is located in the St Falls complex
at the base of the Falls Express Chairlift - open from
8:30am to 5pm, seven days a week for children from 12
weeks to five years old.
Child Care Hours & Rates
Morning:
8:30am - 12:30pm $85
Afternoon:
1:30pm - 5pm
$60
Full Day:
8:30am - 5pm
$130
Bookings are strongly recommended as places are limited.
Make your booking at www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare
Accommodation Transfer Service
Operating from the Terminal building on the Bogong High
Plains Road, the Accommodation Transfer Service will
move you, your family and your luggage comfortably to
your lodge or apartment.
Hours of Operation
Mon - Thurs & Sat: 8am - 10pm
Friday:
8am - 12midnight
Sunday:
8am - 10pm
A taxi service is available in the village during these hours.
Ph: 5758 1203.
www.fallscreek.com.au
Rates
Adult: One Way $20
Return $32
Child: One Way $12
Return $20
Season Pass:
Adult: $180
Kids Under 5:
Free
Luggage Allowance
Two pieces of luggage, one pair of skis and boots or
snowboard and boots and one piece of hand luggage
per person.
Excess Luggage:
$5.00 per item.
Ticket Sales - On Mountain & On-Line
From 23.06.16 until 05.09.16, all visitors will be required to
use the Accommodation Transfer Service. Visitor vehicles
will not be permitted into the village during this period.
Falls Creek Resort Management
General Enquiries: Ph: 03 5758 1200
Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK Winter 2016 Edition ELEVEN
FROM THE CEO
across all seasons… we’ve lessons for
everything: ski lessons, alpine touring,
backcountry tours, XC lessons, snowmo
guided tours - and then in summer,
we hold road and MTB ride days,
glamping high tea’s, guided walks, artist
workshops, yoga retreats etc…and there
is more to come.
We are getting very excited about the prospect
of the Falls to Hotham Crossing. This will be a
joint initiative with Parks Vic and see options to
cross between both resorts via a selection of tracks
that offer hikers various options from single, two
or three day treks with different levels of exertion
and taking in the huts, camping platforms,
creeks, peaks and valleys that are the
Bogong High Plains. Watch this space.
So in summary, Falls Creek IS ALREADY
the place to be in the Alps, but we aren’t
resting on any laurel and will continue to
strive towards being the ultimate Alpine
Resort in Australia.
Now, get out there and hit the runs, jumps
and bumps. •
Stuart Smythe, CEO
A strategic key point of difference is our Rocky Valley
Dam and its associated infrastructure (racelines in
particular) that enable us to re-use and multi-task
- providing exceptional facilities for the resort and
visitors. Pic - Courtesy Falls Creek Resort Management.
“Remember your sunscreen”
Snow Holiday Hours
Everyday 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Closed Mondays.
Panabode Building, Slalom Street, Falls Creek
Look out for the Harvey Cat.
(Adjacent to Falls Express Lift)
For further information:
www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au
[email protected]
Facebook/fallscreekmuseum
Retail Boutique
For Men & Women
Now Open for 2016
For the latest in Après and
Mountain wear including Kjus,
Spyder, Eider, NILS & Völkl.
Also stocking Helly Hansen,
Desigual and Manas Boots.
Ph: 03 5758 1041
Located in Slalom Plaza
Opposite Falls Express. Map Ref: F4
Open Daily 10am - 6pm
Get the Most out of your On-Snow Holiday! with Falls Creek Snowsports School
Snowsports School offers an extensive variety of ski & snowboard programs, catering to
every age and ability level, to help you get the most from your snowsports experience!
Renault Snowclub (3-5 yrs)
Full & Half Day programs - include constant supervision,
lessons, progress cards and lunch, plus weekly events and
daily fun activities with Pete the Snow Dragon.
Full Day: 9:15am-2:50pm • Half Day: 9:15am-12:50pm
Lesson only: 9:15am-11:50am or 1:15pm-2:50pm
Registration and check-in from 9:15am and 1:15pm;
Lessons commence 10am and 1:30pm.
Burton Riglets snowboard program (3-5 yrs)
An interactive introduction to the world of snowboarding,
especially designed for 3-5-year olds with our expert kids’
instructors in the purpose-built Riglet Park. Sessions
available weekly.
Junior Workshop Ski & Snowboard
program (6-14 yrs)
Full and Half Day programs include constant supervision,
lessons, lift access, progress passbook and lunches at a
variety of venues throughout the resort, plus weekly events.
Full Day: 9:45am - 2:50pm • Half Day: 9:45am - 1:20pm.
Lesson only: 1:20pm - 2:50pm.
Check-in from 9:45am & 1:20pm; lessons commence 10am & 1:30pm.
Teens Academy Ski & Snowboard
program (13-17 years)
A new, exciting Half Day program, especially designed to
engage and inspire your teen! Program includes technical and
themed lesson focusses, lift access and lunches at a variety of
venues throughout the resort, plus weekly events enjoyed in a
challenging, fun and social environment.
Available daily: 9:45am - 2:50pm.
Check-in from 9:45am; lesson commences 10am.
Adults’ programs for 2016
The AM Group Program features NEW extended sessions of
2 ½ hours; available daily: 9:50am - 12:20pm.
Check-in from 9:50; lesson commences 10am.
The PM Super Session 5 Program guarantees a maximum
of five participants per group and offers a variety of themed
focusses; available daily: 1:20pm - 2:50pm.
Check-in from 1:20pm; lesson commences 1:30pm.
A variety of exciting specialty programs are also available,
including Mums’ Coffee Club, Mim Sodergren Women’s
Program, and our ALL-NEW Alpine Touring Program. Visit our
website: www.skifalls.com.au/ADULTSPROGRAMS
Brand new to Snowsports?
If you’ve never skied or snowboarded before, the Falls
Beginner program is for you. Includes 1hr50min group lesson
session plus all day access to the Falls Express quad chairlift
as well as Mousetrap and Boardwalk beginner lifts. Programs
are available for Adults and Children (6-14), with lesson
sessions commencing at 10am, 12noon and 1:30pm daily.
Private Lessons
For the ultimate in personalised instruction you can’t go past
a private lesson. Expert, individualised tuition in a session
specially designed to cater to your individual needs and
preferences. Advance bookings are essential.
Booking Details
Save time on arrival and pre-book any of our group programs
online at the eStore: www.skifalls.com.au/estore, or let us
guide you through your choices at any resort ticket office, retail
outlet or the Snowsports School office in the Cloud 9 complex.
Snowsport School office hours: 8:30am - 4pm
Ph: 03 5758 1070 •
Private Lesson Bookings: 03 5758 1071
Em: [email protected]
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CAN IT GET ANY BETTER?
It’s Up to You
I
t is great to see a line of people at the
bottom of Falls Express before 8:30am.
They’re keen, and many of them keep
going until close. Let’s face it; skiing and
boarding are fabulous sports.
To be able to spend up to eight hours
enjoying your exercise, with like-minded
people, in a pristine environment, breathing
in crystal clear air (at altitude - which is
good for your lungs) and when you do pull
up for a breather, you have some of the most
magnificent scenery this country has to
offer. Now, can it get any better than that?
Many do not believe it can get any better,
but we can add to the overall experience
that is the total Falls Creek package. All this
fantastic snow on the ground makes the extracurricular activities so much more enjoyable.
Gateway
Café & Bar
…renowned for quality all day food
“Take me home for dinner”
Even walking to and from one of the many
great restaurants is a simple pleasure.
Actually, dining out in Falls Creek is a given.
The resort has a reputation for its diverse
range of fine dining establishments and they
are listed in this publication. But what are the
other things to do? Let’s have a look shall we!
On the back of your handy ‘less than’ pocket
sized trail map is a list of the extra activities
that will make your holiday much, much
more than just skiing or boarding - no matter
how good it is! Once you have decided to take
advantage of one or more of the activities, you
may make a booking by phoning the toll free
number, 1800 204 424, or by speaking with
any of the staff in either of the Falls Creek
Sport shops - one in the QT complex at the
base of Falls Express chairlift, and the other in
the Village Bowl, beside the Eagle Chairlift.
Snowmobile Tours
The opportunity to ride you own
snowmobile does not come along that
often. It sure ain’t gonna happen in Collins
Street - but it will happen on the slopes of
Falls Creek and the Bogong High Plains
out towards Mt McKay. Now that the
snow is here get out and enjoy an exciting
snowmobile tour as part of your holiday.
You can either ride your own machine (you
An experience that’s hard to forget - cruising the high
plains on a snowmobile. Pic - Mike @ Top Shots.
must have a valid, current drivers licence) or
you can go out as the Pillion Passenger, on
the back with a competent guide. The snow,
the scenery, the fresh air - you definitely
ain’t gonna get in Collins Street. •
Back Country Tours
When the snow gets deep, and the slopes are
steep, that’s the time to call Steve Lee and take
advantage of one of his ripper back country
tours. As you will know, Steve represented
Australia at the Olympics three times. He also
competed in World Cup, winning the Super
G in Japan. Steve, with his talented side-kick,
Bond, aaah Steve Bond, will take you skiing in
places you thought no-one should go - like the
south face of Mt McKay - and it’s all here in
Falls Creek. •
Selection from our display cabinet
to include curries, stir fries, soups,
salads desserts - priced to please!
located 1 BHP Road
at the base of the gully chairlift
shuttle ‘til 5:30pm daily to our door
Gully Chairlift ‘til 5pm
Ph: 03 5758 3646
Service & Demo Centre
One Day Adult Hire:
Great Value
Quality Rental
Free Delivery to Accomodation
Open Daily
8:00am to 5:30pm
Friday & Sunday
8:00am to 8:00pm
Falls Creek’s ONLY
Dedicated snowboard store
- Stocking all the brands
Burton, Nitro, Capita, 3CS,
Analog, Union, Afends, Dragon
& Radical Gloves!
Board, Boot & Binding
Packages all season long!
Ph: 5758 1043
Located in Slalom Plaza
At the bottom of Falls Express Map Ref: F5
Open Daily 9am - 5pm
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Huge range of
Salomon Ski Boots
expertly fitted by our
Master Boot Fitter
• Demo Ski & Board Rental
• Ski Touring Equipment
• Expert Ski Tuning
• Mountain Staff Accounts
In the Village Bowl at the Falls Creek Hotel (Map Ref: M2) • Ph: 5758 3819
Falls Creek Sports
Three popular locations to serve you better:
• Entry Level at QT, Slalom Plaza. Base of Falls Express. Ph: 03 5758 1036.
Open 8am - 6pm Daily and to 8pm Fri, then Wed & Sat with Night Skiing.
• Village Bowl, at the base of the Eagle & Summit Chairs. Ph: 03 5758 1030.
Open 8am to 6pm Daily
• Village Central, rear of Silver Ski, Astra, Huski & Frueauf Village. Ph: 03 5758 3539.
Open 8am to 6pm Daily
Your Hire Store - for beginner and elite skis, boards, boots, poles and clothing!
Your Tuning Store - For the full tune, the base grind or the quick wax!
Your Retail Store - for a comprehensive range of quality fashion and outerwear!
Your Souvenir Store - For a range of Falls Creek and Pete gift-wear and clothing!
CAN IT GET ANY BETTER?
Slope Groomer Tours
Helicopter Flights
Climb aboard a beautifully heated and exotic
grooming machine (not unlike the cabin of a
space rocket) and watch our grooming gurus
in action. Get a whole new view of the resort
while you watch and learn how we achieve
that perfect corduroy finish.
Bookings must be arranged through the
Activities Desk located at Falls Creek
Sports in the Village Bowl. For bookings or
queries please phone 1800 204 424. Other
details are: Minimum age 18 years. Depart
and return from Falls Creek Sports in the
Village Bowl via a snowmobile transfer. One
guest per 50 minute tour on Monday to
Thursday & then Saturday evening. •
Forest Air Helicopters are a local quality
chopper service based in Albury. They offer
several services including a ferry service from
Albury to the slopes; from Mount Beauty to the
slopes; the Heli Link from the slopes of Falls
Creek to the slopes of Hotham for the day.
Then there are the scenic flights. The Bell
Longranger 206L3 can take six people and
will give you the experience of a life-time. I
mean - how often do you get the chance to
enjoy the beauty of the Bogong High Plains
from the comfort of a helicopter. No-one has
ever come back to say they didn’t “love it!”
Contact Forest Air on 1300 731 450. Visit
their website at www.forestair.com.au, or
make a booking through our Activities
Hotline 1800 204 424. •
Snow Tubing
In the Tube Park, in the Village Bowl (Map
Ref: O2), next to the Eagle Chairlift, Snow
Tubing provides endless amounts of fun and
excitement. You spin, bounce, bump and laugh
your way down the course on your snow tube.
Open daily from 11am to 6pm, and longer
during school holidays, the purpose built
Snow Tube Park provides fun for the whole
family after dark or whilst having a break
from the slopes. If you can’t find the Tube
Park, just head for the laughter and shrieks.
Numbers are limited so please visit the Activities
Desk located at Falls Creek Sports in the Village
Bowl to arrange your half hour Snow Tubing
session during your visit to Falls Creek.
Please note participants must be 90cm tall and
a minimum of 5 years old to Snow Tube. •
Summit Night Show Spectacular
Every Thursday night during July and
August (conditions permitting), the Falls
Creek Summit Night Show Spectacular
gets underway on the Summit, above the
Frying Pan Inn at 8pm precisely.
This show features precision skiing and
boarding by our instructors, demonstrations
of racing like the GS - usually performed by
our own three time Winter Olympian, Steve
Lee - the different styles of skiing over the
years, snow-bikes, Pete the Snowdragon and
many of the resort’s other activities including a
history of skiing. The show is completed with
a brilliant fireworks display. Ensure that you
plan your week to include this fabulous show.
Next week’s show is a little different with
Are they your tracks down the south face of Mt McKay
on a Steve Lee Back Country Tour? Pic - Steve Lee.
the fantastic Kangaroo Hoppet Night
Sprints taking place around the bowl from
7pm. This ‘fast and furious’ event will be
followed by the Rudi Pendl Memorial Ski
Race at 8:30pm under lights, followed by
the fireworks. •
YMCA
FALLS CREEK
NORDIC CENTRE
• Cross Country Ski School and Hire;
• Advanced Coaching;
• Masters and Waxing Clinics;
• Boot Camp Training;
• Trail Head Cafe;
• Toboggan Hire;
Upper Car Park
Windy Corner.
Map Ref: B3
Ph: 03 5758 3408
The home of FOX SPORTS &
Entertainment in Falls Creek!
Open Seven Days - 5pm ‘til Late!
Dinner: From 5:30pm
Fantastic dining value @ Elk!
‘Food all-day, every-day!’ - open from 7am.
DAILY: 12” Egg & Bacon breakfast toastie w
coffee $12.50 from 7am.
Express lunch @18.50 - Fantastic Value!
Early-Bird Dinner Specials for the week!
In at 5pm - out by 6:30pm: $25.
Fri 19th: Fish & Chips
Sat 20th: Book signing luncheon with copies of ‘The Good Cop’ for sale at only $30. Ron Iddles will speak on his years as
Melbourne’s most successful homicide detective. Two course set luncheon $45 12:30 pm - 3pm.
Sat 20th: Pork Spare Ribs w honey & bourbon sauce.
Sun 21st: Sunday Roast - 3 courses $35
Mon 22nd: Lamb shank, mash & vegetables.
Tue 23rd: Chicken Parmigiana.
Wed 24th: Beef cheek w mash.
Thurs 25th: T-Bone w chips & Salad.
Stunning a la carte menu available every day!
Ph: 03 5758 3673
For more information about the season and
private functions, talk with management.
18 Slalom Street, Falls Creek
Centrally located - opposite Silver Ski
Ph: 03 5758 3673 Map Ref: I4
Exotic Pizzas ~ Tasty Steaks
~ Perfect Pastas ~ Banga Burgers!
Happy Hours: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Daily
Mon to Fri: Spirits Happy Hours 8 - 10pm
Friday 19th
‘DJ Whatsober’ on the decks!
AFL on the TVs
Fri: W Coast Eagles V Hawthorn
Sat: Nth Melbourne V Sydney Swans
Sat: Collingwood V Gold Coast Suns
Sun: Brisbane Lions V Geelong Cats
Saturday 20th
DJ Kid Kirby playing the latest hits
Monday 22nd
Jug Night and 2 for 1 Chicken Parmis
DJ Sonix spinning the discs!
Coming Soon:
26th August: RnB Night number 2
3rd September: House Party!
9th & 10th Sept: Chameleon Records
invade Falls Creek!
Shop before 12noon,
spend over $100 &
we’ll deliver to your
lodge for FREE!*
8AM - 7PM
Take Away Liquor & Meals available.
facebook.com/TheManHotelFallsCreek
www.themanfallscreek.com
Ph: 03 5758 3362
Village Central • Map Ref: I4
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LOCAL HISTORY
Tom Mitchell - Ski
Champion & Visionary
I
n the annals of the history of Falls Creek,
there is one man who is often overlooked.
He did not set up the first ski tows or
lifts; he did not operate a commercial lodge;
nor was he a ski instructor. Nevertheless
Tom Mitchell played a significant role in the
development of the village and is deserving of
recognition for the role he played, if not as a
‘founding father’ but as a guiding ‘godfather.’
The Mitchell family were among the early
settlers in the Upper Murray area and it was
at the family property Towong Hill that
Thomas Walter Mitchell was born in 1906.
Tom Mitchell first learned to ski on a family
holiday at Klosters in Switzerland when he
was seven years old. It was fourteen years later
while studying law at Cambridge University
that he developed his passion for skiing.
In the 1930’s he was four time Australian
champion in slalom, twice in downhill
events and four times combined champion.
On a number of occasions he captained
the Australian team in inter-dominion
competitions with New Zealand. He made
a strong impression when he won the 1932
NZ national championships on Mt Ruapehu,
“his high standard of skiing an inspiration
to the local skiers, demonstrating techniques
not previously seen on the mountain.”
In 1937 Tom published Ski Heil, the first
Australian handbook on skiing technique.
The same year he was instrumental in
establishing the Australian National Ski
Federation. Tom Mitchell married in 1935 and
taught his wife Elyne to ski. She, too, became
a champion - winning the Canadian downhill
championships in 1938. However it was as an
author that she is most remembered, especially
for her ‘Silver Brumby’ series for children set in
the Snowy Mountains.
At the outbreak of World War II Mitchell
joined the AIF. After the fall of Singapore he
became a prisoner of war; one of the founding
members of the ‘Changi Ski Club’. Interest
in skiing had not diminished during the war
Tony St Elmo and Tom Mitchell ski out across Bakers
Spur to plant a flag on Mt Hillary in 1953, north of
Mt Nelse, and which now seems to have been lost off the
map. Pic - The St Elmo Collection.
years; in fact membership of the Ski Club of
Victoria (SCV) had grown from 459 members
in 1940 to 1,000 by 1945. Of this number 200
were serving in the Armed Forces.
The November 1945 edition of the SCV’s
magazine, Schuss, included an article about
the Changi A.I.F. Ski Club of which “Capt
T.W Mitchell, with his usual enthusiasm
for all skiing affairs, was president.” At a
meeting of the club on 5th February, 1943, the
subject was about “increasing and improving
accommodation and conditions in the snow
areas of Australia.” Mitchell led the discussion
proposing the development of alpine villages,
suggesting that ski clubs should adopt one
particular resort and spend their energy in
developing that particular resort.”
Afternoon
ENTERTAINMENT
Open 5pm Daily
Evening Meals
Take-away
Fish & Chips
Tasty Individual
Pies
Early Sitting
6 or 6:30pm
Late Sitting
8 or 8:30pm
‘Harvey Hour’
Tuesday 23rd August
Thursday 25th August
3:30pm - 4:30pm
He blew them away in July- and he’s back!
Dan Worsnop
... great talent - great times!
Lunch @ The Hotel
The new 2016 menu is proving popular!
The Harvey Burger is Back!!
2000gm - Serves Eight
Fabulous Shopping
Ph: 5758 3225
SnowRider shop is open! 8:30am to
5:30pm and 8pm on Fridays & Saturdays.
Corner Slalom & Christie Streets, Falls Creek
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In the Village Bowl
Ph: 5758 3282 (Map Ref M2)
LOCAL HISTORY
After the war Mitchell returned to
the family property near Corryong,
becoming a member of the Victorian
Parliament in 1947. His passion for
skiing had not waned, nor had his vision
for the development of alpine villages.
In her memoirs, Skippy St Elmo writes
about Mitchell’s visits to Falls Creek
and the discussions held about the
potential for the area to develop as a
ski resort. By this time the members of
two ski clubs, Bogong Ski Club and the
newly formed small Skyline Club, had
become enthusiastic about ski racing
and joined the North Eastern District
Skiing Association (N.E.D.S.A). In 1948
Mitchell organised a bus trip for the other
member ski clubs (from Albury, Bright,
Myrtleford, Wangaratta and Beechworth,
Tallangatta and Benalla) to visit Falls
Creek. Shortly thereafter Albury applied to
build a club lodge followed by Myrtleford.
During his time as a politician (1947 to 1976),
and as Victorian Attorney General (1950-52)
Mitchell was able to have a direct influence
on the development of Falls Creek. Indeed,
he was instrumental in the easing of barriers
placed by the SEC powers-that-be on accessing
the ski fields, be it on receiving permits to
build lodges or permits to use the road. By
1951 the village as had been envisioned by
Mitchell as a POW was taking shape. He too
had committed to building a small Dawn Ski
Club lodge with Dale Crooke. (Dawn Ski
Falls Creek Village Map 1951 from Ski-Horizon of June
1951. Image - Courtesy Falls Creek Museum.
club still has a presence on the hill, while the
original Dawn building was moved to Windy
Corner to make way for Astra Lodge and is
now the home of our SES).
Mitchell continued to encourage and
support the trans-Tasman ski competitions
and in the early 1950’s visits by local
clubs became more commonplace. In
1953 a team from New Zealand visited
Falls Creek for the first time. This was
some months after Edmund Hillary and
Nepalese Sherpa Tenzing Norgay became
the first climbers confirmed as having
reached the summit of Mount Everest.
Aware of this, Tom Mitchell and Toni
St Elmo had proposed that an unnamed
mountain to the north of Mt Nelse be named
A young Tom Mitchell preparing to load the rope
tow beside the Nissen Ski School. Pic - the Griffith
Collection.
Mt Hillary to honour the event. (Although
the naming was apparently gazetted it
has been lost over time in reproduction of
maps of the area).
‘Ski Heil! Tom Mitchell, ski champion and
champion of skiing!’ •
The Falls Creek Museum is located in
Slalom Street, besides Falls Express and is
open from 1pm to 4pm six days a week.
Closed Mondays. •
Jerry’s Stall
Now located in Parallel Street, in front of Karelia Alpine Lodge
We offer goulash soup, goulash pies, real hot chocolate, Czech
pastry, baked jam doughnuts and the best glühwein in Falls Creek.
Open:12pm - 2.:30pm & 4pm-5:30pm
Ph: 03 5758 3278
Serving Falls Creek for 54 years!
Open Seven Days
From 11am ‘til late
Lunch from 12noon. Dinner from 5:30pm
Happy Hours Daily 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Friday 19th
TRIVIA Hosted by Muzz! Bar tabs to be won!
$150 1st place, $100 2nd place, $50 3rd place.
AFL Live on the Big Screen
Fri: West Coast Eagles V Hawthorn 8pm
Sat: North Melbourne V Sydney Swans 3pm
Sat: Collingwood V Gold Coast Suns 7pm
Sun: Brisbane Lions V Geelong Cats 3pm
Monday 22nd
Poker Night hosted by Muzz!
Registration from 7:00pm.
Tuesday 23rd
Darts Comp. Enjoy the action and great drinks
specials!
Wednesday 24th
Jug Night & $15 Steak night!
Hip Hop Karaoke! Prizes for the best dressed!
Thursday 25th
Kangaroo Hoppet Night Sprints from 7pm
followed by the Rudi Pendl Memorial Ski Race.
After Party in the Friers with
Ian Rushton performing.
Coming Soon:
31 Aug: Toga Party
THIS WEEK:
WARDE ELLIOTT
Take Away Liquor
from the Bottleshop
Facebook.com/FryingPanInn
Ph: 03 5758 3390
In the Village Bowl • Map Ref: O2
Falls Creek’s country pub in the snow.
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KANGAROO HOPPET WEEK
International Night Sprints
From the CEO
s a lead up event to the Kangaroo
Hoppet, the International Night
Sprints were created to provide an
opportunity for the die-hard downhillers
staying in the village to have a look at some
fast and furious Cross Country action.
This skinny ski action takes place under
lights at the bottom of the Summit, outside
the Frying Pan Inn in the Village Bowl at
7pm on Thursday 25th August.
The event has now become something of a
tradition, just like the 26th running of the
Kangaroo Hoppet the Night Sprints support.
The Night Sprints feature international
athletes who are in town for the Hoppet, up
against best of our Australian Team athletes,
giving a great preview of who is in form for
the main event. You will also see a few of our
up and coming local skiers as several of our
he 26th Kangaroo Hoppet is a
tremendous celebration, not just
because it is Australia’s largest
annual international snowsports event,
nor because it brings together people
from all around the world, nor because
the three events staged on the day cater
to elite and the not so elite athletes… but
because it unites a fraternity of skiers,
includes the opportunity to challenge
yourself, or simply have a bit of fun with
mates and family… but then the event
also showcases Australia’s premier cross
country mountain.
Events of this scale require an enormous
amount of preparation and hard work,
from the teams of dedicated people,
most, if not all, volunteering because
of their passion for the sport and their
long term connection with the event’s
outstanding success, to the volunteers on
course and those who support the event’s
management on the day.
T
A
JB’s Restaurant
Open Seven Days a Week
Breakfast 7.30am to 9am
Lunch - 12pm - 2.30pm
Dinner - 5pm to 9pm
German Night: Tues & Sat
All you can eat - $45/Adult
Czech Bohemian Night: Thurs
All you can eat - $48/Adult
Early Bird Dinner Special
Lasagne $28. Chicken Parmy $29. Kids $15
JB’s Bar
Open Daily 4:30pm til late!
Best Glühwein in Falls Creek
Budvar, Czech Pilsner, Dab and more
Ph. 5758 3278
Fast and furious skinny ski action next Thursday night
outside the Frying Pan. Pic - Chris Hocking.
top younger skiers who will be skiing the
21km on Saturday will also get a start in the
Night Sprints.
The Night Sprints on Thursday evening are
the ‘Fast & Furious’ element of cross country
ski racing. While the Winter Olympic sprint
distance is 1.5km - the Night Sprints are usually
around 250m, starting and finishing at the base
of the Summit run outside the Frying Pan Inn.
By invitation only, the format involves a series
of head to head knockout rounds beginning
at 7pm, leading to men’s and women’s
finals at around 7:45pm just before the
Rudy Pendl Memorial Night Race. •
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VICTORIA GOVERNMENT MESSAGE
2016 Kangaroo Hoppet
T
Stuart Smythe, CEO FCRM. Pic - Courtesy FCRM.
To all involved - congratulations on hosting
such an outstanding event. On behalf of
Falls Creek Alpine Resort - I extend to
all the participants, whether local, from
interstate or international, whether new or
returning, a very warm welcome.
We hope that on the day, whether you are
competing for the prize money, or striving
for a personal best, or just meeting up
with friends to have a fun day - we wish
you all the very best on the snow.
Now, carry on and kick and glide! •
Stuart Smythe, CEO
he Victorian Government is
delighted to welcome competitors,
spectators, officials and volunteers
to the 2016 Kangaroo Hoppet.
We are excited to welcome 1,200 athletes to
Australia for the southern hemisphere’s largest
international snow sport event. The 10 day
cross-country skiing festival will boast athletes
from all ages at all ability levels ranging from
first time skiers to Olympic qualifying athletes.
The 2016 Kangaroo Hoppet is one of 20 events
in the world’s premier mass participation, longdistance, international Worldloppet series and is
Australia’s premier cross-country skiing event.
Victoria is proud of its status as the sporting
capital of world. Our long list of events
remains the envy of the world, providing a
boost to local economies, jobs in tourism
and hospitality while encouraging more
Victorians to participate in community sport.
I encourage Victorians and our visitors to come
along and watch some great ski competition,
while enjoying all the wonderful things on offer
around the Alpine Shire and regional Victoria.
Congratulations to everyone involved in staging
and supporting these championships including
the International Ski Federation, Worldloppet
Ski Federation, Ski and Snowboard Australia
and Falls Creek Alpine Resort, event sponsors
and the dedicated volunteers.
Danielle Green MP.
I wish all competitors the best of luck. •
Danielle Green MP
Parliamentary Secretary for Regional
Victoria, Parliamentary Secretary for
Tourism & Major Events.
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Kangaroo Hoppet Race
Office
Open Saturday 20th to Sunday 28th August.
Located next to the Visitor Information
Centre on the left as you approach Mount
Beauty.
• Collect race numbers.
• Purchase your Worldloppet Passport.
• Check out the range of Hoppet clothing
and souvenirs.
• Check out the Hoppet Dozen featuring
wines from the King Valley and Alpine
Valleys wine regions.
• Visit the 2XU Pop-Up Store
Open from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th.
• Visit the Fischer Ski Demo Tent
Open on Thursday 25th & Friday 26th
• Put in your late entries until closing time
Friday 26th August.
THE PROGRAM
Australian Open Cross Country
Sprint Championships
Saturday 20th August
9:30am. Falls Creek Nordic Bowl
A great opportunity to see Hoppet top seeds
in action. Enquiries: Ph: 03 5754 4637
Australian Open Cross Country
Championships
Sunday 21st August
10am. Falls Creek Nordic Bowl
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A great opportunity to see Hoppet top seeds
in action. Enquiries: Ph: 03 5754 4637.
Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday 22nd August
11:30am. Falls Creek Gully Car Park.
Falls Creek Street Party - with a
Hoppet theme.
Tuesday 23rd August
4:30pm - 6pm. Village Central - outside
Elk and Silver Ski.
Fire pits, marshmallows lots of fun for kids.
Falls Creek Night Sprints
7pm - 8pm Village Bowl (base of Summit
Lift).
Australia’s best sprinters take on the rest of
the world in a series of exciting knockout
sprints.
Complimentary ride on the Gully Chair
lift to the Falls Creek Village Bowl. Stay
on for the inaugural Rudi Memorial Night
Race at 8pm, followed by spectacular
fireworks at 9pm.
Rudi Pendl Memorial Night Race
8:30pm Falls Creek Village Bowl
Single run GS under lights. Followed by
Fireworks
Worldloppet Masters & Passport
Holders’ Reception
Friday 26th August
From 5pm Howman’s Gap Alpine Centre
Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club president Ronice Goebel
flashing home in last year’s event. Pic - Ken Bell.
A unique chance for Worldloppet Masters
and Worldloppet Passport holders from
around the world to meet and see who has
made it to Australia this year.
Stay on for a three course meal if you
wish. Pre booking is required for the meal.
Howman’s Gap on 5758 3228.
Pasta & Noodle Carbo Load
Friday 26 August
Flour + Water Restaurant
Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South.
$20 Pasta or noodle dish plus wine, beer or
soft drink.
THE MAIN EVENT
Saturday 27th August, 2016
9:30am Kangaroo Hoppet 42km.
9:40am Australian Birkebeiner 21km
9:50am Joey Hoppet 7km
Presentation Ceremony
11:30am Kangaroo Hoppet Finish Area
Post Race Social Evening and
Award Presentation
From 6pm. Mount Beauty Community
Centre, Kiewa Crescent, Mount Beauty
Official Ceremonies begin at 7:30pm with
presentations to the winners of all events,
age class, school and workplace awards,
and new Australian Worldloppet Masters.
Special award badges for those who have
taken part in ten Hoppets, and gold
medallions to those who have completed
twenty Hoppets. Race Photos available
from Top Shots.
Pizza from the wood fired oven, coffee, soft
drinks beer and wine available from 6:30pm.
When you come 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 Flour+Water, Skåfferi,
Roi’s Restaurant, Mount Beauty Bakery,
Treats, Sweetwater Brewery, Settlers
Tavern, Stockpot Restaurant, Hot Million
Indian Restaurant, and Swiss and Chips.
Hoppet 26 - The Morning After
Sunday 28th August
Hoppet Race Office.
Beside Mount Beauty Visitor Info Centre.
• Check results & event photos from Top
Shots.
• Last chance for Hoppet shopping.
Relax with friends over a coffee and brunch
at Flour+Water, The Mount Beauty Bakery,
Skåfferi, Treats, Stockpot, and maybe check
out the local wineries on the way home.
Sunday 28th & Monday 29th
Falls Creek. Hit the Slopes. Swap your
skinny skis for fat skis or a snowboard.
Wear your Hoppet bib and take advantage
of the special ski hire and lift ticket offer
Valero leads the pack past the Top Shots photo point
- and then goes on to win the 2015 Kangaroo Hoppet.
Pic - Mike @ Shots
for Hoppet participants from Falls Creek
Ski Lifts. Details in your race information
email and at the Race Office. •
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KANGAROO HOPPET WELCOME
An Elite Field
T
he elite competition shapes up
to be the closest on paper for
many years. A large pool of even
elite skiers in both the men’s
and women’s events will provide for great
spectacle for spectators and competitors alike.
The women’s field shapes as a contest
between North America and Australia. Mary
Rose and Deedra Irwin from the US have
been training in Falls for the past three weeks
and will have good form following lead up
races. Rose is a strong skater and has proven
results in the US and Europe and shapes to
be the one to beat. Irwin, highly regarded
as a sprinter, but also winner of the 55km
US Birkebeiner Classic in 2016 has shown
that she can also win over long distances.
Brooke Darlington, formerly of the Canadian
Ski Team, and 2011 world championship
representative, has been training consistently
in 2016 and will use her considerable
experience to be among the contenders for
the podium.
On the Australian front there are a number
of skiers that will feature amongst the
international skiers. Sochi Olympian and
national team veteran, Aimee Watson, has
the proven results over a long distance.
Local favourite and triple Olympian Esther
Bottomley has two previous Hoppet titles and
will provide strong competition in the field.
Up and coming Australian athletes Kat Paul
and Ellie Phillips, 1st and 3rd respectively in
the 21km Australian Birkebeiner last year,
have a great chance to podium as they step up
to the 42km if they can remain in contention
during the tough middle kilometres. Paul, the
national sprint champion has the sprint speed
to cause trouble for competitors with ambition
for the podium at the finish.
Eventual third place-getter Phil Bellingham leads
women’s winner Maria Greafnings (SWE) over the dam
wall heading towards the finish. Pic - Ken Bell.
Last year’s ladies Birkebeiner podium, Ellie Phillips
(3rd), Kat Paul (1st) and Gabrielle Hawkins (2nd).
Pic - Ken Bell.
In the men’s field there will be strong
international and domestic contention.
Matt Gelso from the US will combine with
a strong contingent from Estonia to try to
make an international clean sweep. Gelso
is very versatile and has been one of the top
US skiers in recent years. Strong form at
the 2015 world championships in Sweden
indicate that he can mix it in elite fields.
Estonians, Vahur Teppan, 4th in the 2014
Hoppet and 10th in the Tartu Marathon
in 2016, and Eilo Siim shape as very strong
contenders after spending a winter in
Australia. Teppan in particular will be one
to watch for all by all the competitors if
they want to remain at the front.
Local contenders are a fantastic mix of
the young and more experienced (old).
Sochi Olympian, Phillip Bellingham,
3rd in 2016, will always be in the mix.
A strong all round skier and outstanding
sprinter Bellingham has the all-round
credentials to manage every aspect of the
race. However, his ability to find form
after spending much of the 2016 season
injured will be critical for a top result.
Olympians Ben Sim, Anthony Evans
and Cameron Morton have all shown
strong form this season and will use
their vast Hoppet experience to manage
packs and pace through the event. Sim
won the Australian 15km championship
a few weeks ago and will be looking to
win his 5th Hoppet which would be a
competition record. Lots of focus will be
on the exciting crop of up-and-coming
athletes that will be looking to top the
field. Nick Montgomery, 4th in 2016, is
a proven long distance skater and has a
raft of strong results from Worldloppet
events in Europe. Mark Pollock, the
recently crowned Australian sprint
champion, is very versatile and has the
ability to stay with packs when the going
gets tough. Damon Morton, winner of
the 2014/15 Australian Birkebeiner, will
be looking to make historic family sweep
with his father Cameron. Morton has
shown outstanding speed and will be
threatening in the final stages.
Event organisers are anticipating a very
close race that will provide spectators
and participants with a great XC skiing
spectacle. See you there! •
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Refuse and Recycling
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
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• Organics - anything that has ever
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OUR FABULOUS HOPPET
The Hoppet Dozen
T
he sheltered alpine valleys of north east
Victoria have established a reputation
for high quality cool climate wines.
The Alpine Valleys wine region takes in the
Kiewa, Ovens, Buckland and Buffalo River
Valleys, while the adjoining King River Valley
to the west is a region in its own right. The
cool nights and the reliable natural rainfall
of the alpine valleys combine with the warm
days from being north of the Great Dividing
Range to reduce transpiration rates, creating
ideal ripening conditions that maximise the
natural sugars, esters and acids in the grapes
leading to intense fruit flavours.
The Hoppet Dozen, available only from the
Kangaroo Hoppet Race Office in Mount
Beauty, provides skiers with a unique chance to
sample wines from five regional wineries with
the aim of increasing awareness of local wines
and encouraging skiers and their friends to visit
the cellar doors and sample the full range of
wines on offer, either on the way home from the
Hoppet, or on their next trip to the region.
Two of this year’s wines will not be familiar to
a lot of people. Fiano is a classical white wine
from southern Italy, especially Campagnia and
Sicily, that has its origins in Roman times, while
for those younger folk who were not drinking
wine in the 70’s and 80’s, Fume Blanc is a
sauvignon blanc that has had some time in oak.
The name was made up in California in 1968
as a marketing plan to increase the popularity of
sauvignon blanc. This year’s list is one to behold.
White Wines
Boynton’s Feathertop Winery, Great Alpine
Road, Porepunkah - 2015 Fume Blanc.
Gapsted Wines. Great Alpine Road, Gapsted
- 2014 Limited Release Fiano.
Ceccanti Kiewa Valley Wines. Bay Creek
Lane, Mongans Bridge - 2015 Riesling.
Red Wines
Benjella, Hobbs Lane, Mongans Bridge
- 2012 Shiraz.
Sam Miranda Wines. Snow Road, Oxley
- 2014 Snow Road Cabernet Merlot; 2014
Super King (Sangiovese, Cabernet).
Boynton’s Feathertop Winery, Great Alpine
Road, Porepunkah - 2013 Merlot.
Gapsted Wines. Great Alpine Road, Gapsted 2013 Ballerina Canopy Cabernet Sauvignon;
2014 Tobacco Road Tempranillo.
Make sure you get your order in as soon
as the Kangaroo Hoppet shop opens on
Friday 19th August. •
2XU Pop-up Returns
The 2XU pop-up store, a regular feature
of past Hoppets, will be back this year,
opening in the Hoppet Race Office next
door to the Information Centre in Mount
Beauty from Thursday through to Sunday
of Hoppet Week. As usual, the shop will
offer lots of specials on the thermal and
compression products that are so popular
with skiers and winter athletes.
“We are pleased to have 2XU continue
their support for the event,” said Hoppet
Chairman Allan Marsland, “not only for
The Hoppet Dozen is all about value and the virtue of
good wine. Pic - Ken Bell.
the great opportunity for skiers and locals
to check out their range of performance
clothing, but also because it allows us to
offer some great spot prizes to participants
including $500 X-Cards that can be spent
in any 2XU outlet.”
2XU is a world leading manufacturer
of high performance clothing based in
Melbourne, and their thermal compression
clothing is particularly popular with skiers.
As well as the popular thermal compression
tights and long sleeved tops that come in
both men’s and women’s styles, this year
sees a new addition to their compression
sock range, the 24/7 Compression Sock.
Whether you are sitting for long periods
or standing on your feet all day, the 24/7
Compression Sock will improve your blood
circulation for fresher feet and legs. And
they are really great for those long haul
international flights required to take part in
northern hemisphere Worldloppet events. •
Sam Miranda Wines. Snow Road, Oxley
- NV Prosecco; 2014 Rosato (Barbera,
Sangiovese, Dolcetto); 2016 Pinot Grigio.
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CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
Ski de Femme
W
ith over one hundred active and
ready women heading up to the
bowl on Saturday morning, the
cross-country ski spirit and girl power was
once again booming.
The 2016 Ski de Femme is an event
proudly organised by the Birkie Ski
Club, initiated to encourage women’s
participation in skiing. The free event
involved a two-hour clinic hosted by
national team and international coaches
before a participation race with distance
options of 1km, 2.5km and 5km. Ski de
Femme was lucky enough to have the girls
from the Sun Valley Gold Team direct
from the US to assist Australian National
Team members in coaching duties. Before
the race ladies worked on both skate and
classic technique, improving their downhill
skills and balance work especially to be
prepared for the race.
After the clinic everyone was treated to
scones and tea provided by the Birkie Ski
Club and delicious brownies provided the
event partner, Brazen Brownies. With a sugar
fix under their belts, the race was set to begin,
a race that was a first time experience for
many. Great skiing conditions meant that
most women surprised themselves with a
great ski around the course.
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The day was a huge success with numbers
exceeding what was imagined so well done
on getting involved ladies!
Sun Valley Ramble/Rocky Valley
Rush
There must be some kind of good omen
in having the SUN Valley Ramble on a
SUNday because boy did we get some
sunshine. Beautiful conditions and well-set
tracks meant that all competitors were
guaranteed some great racing.
These races were organised by our fabulous
Birkie Ski Club and saw competitors
complete a 7.5km or 15km classic racecourse
around Sun Valley. Race organisers decided
that the Sun Valley loops was in better
condition than the normal ‘Rocky Valley
Rush’ course so the 15km racers enjoyed a
‘double Sun Valley Ramble’ experience. In
the Sun Valley Ramble (one 7.5km loop)
Kat Paul took out the women’s category
with an impressive race. Freya Clarke
skied into second place and Brianna Oldis
finished in 3rd. In the men’s category Will
Middlemiss claimed the win, an impressive
result from the 16 year old. Warren Sanders
finished in second with Tommi Silverster
finishing third.
The Rocky Valley Ramble (2 loops of
the 7.5km course) allowed for some very
close racing with Phil Bellingham outsprinting Nick Montgomery in the end.
For spectators, these two displayed the best
kind of racing, skiing neck and neck over
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the 15km course leaving it to home stretch
to determine the winner. Ben Derrick skied
solidly into third position to round off
the men’s podium. In the women’s 15km
Aimee Watson beat the field by over 13
mins with a great ski. A great effort saw
Michelle Forrer finish in second and Kim
Pammer finish third.
Both of these fantastic days of racing and
clinics couldn’t be possible without the great
work of the Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club.
The hours of volunteer work and passion
that goes into organising these events in
incalculable and we wouldn’t have the same
great cross-country ski vibes out on the
trails without their presence. •
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The
Ian Franzke and Ben Derrick head off for a competitive
ski in the Rocky Valley Rush, with Ben finishing in
third overall. Pic - Kate Prest.
Last Hoot
Café • Bar • Pizzeria
Welcome to Winter 2016!
Now Open
Seven Days a Week
From 10:30am
For relaxed long lunches,
exceptional dinners, coffee, snacks
and drinks! Plus a great balcony to
enjoy the action in Slalom Plaza.
Every Day Special:
Large Pizza & a Dry Long
neck beer $35
Saturdays:
$15 Pizza & Beer
Restaurant & Bar
Family friendly restaurant - renowned
for great steaks.
Extensive Beer and Wine selection!
Open for Dinner, Monday to Saturday
from 5:30pm
Bookings Recommended
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Ph: 03 5758 3391 Map Ref: J6
For Menu & further info visit:
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Slalom Plaza (opp Falls Express)
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CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
Resort Marketing Manager, Jo Prothero is going for a ski in
the Birkie this year. Pic - Chris Hocking.
The Daily Cardio Fix
This week we spoke to FCRM Marketing
and Communications Manager Jo Prothero
about how she uses cross-country skiing to
break up her busy work schedule.
Jo is currently undergoing her fifth winter
as the Marketing and Communicationa
Manager at Falls Creek and loves to get out
on her xc skis. As a keen mountain biker
and runner during the summer months, Jo
describes cross-country skiing as a great way
to get a cardio workout without being stuck
in the gym on a treadmill. She explained
that coming from a downhill background,
cross-country skiing offered a sense of
peace and quiet that cannot be matched at
many other locations on the mountain. Her
early morning skis before work allow her
to prepare for her debut in the upcoming
Australian Birkebeiner (after completing the
Joey Hoppet the past two years.) Jo is living
proof that you can set yourself a challenge
and work to accomplish it. Jo has been
rapidly improving her skating technique
Once again the cross-country ski spirit and girl power was booming for the Ski de Femme day last week. Pic - Kate Prest.
after only a few lessons and plans to use the
Birkie as her first skating race opportunity.
With the goal to ‘get around the course
in good time’ Jo has a positive outlook
on the upcoming Birkie and spoke about
how she loves the friendly vibes out on the
racecourse.
Here at ‘THIS WEEK’ we encourage you
to consider how busy people like Jo make
time to get out there and enjoy the beautiful
trails Falls Creek has to offer. These are the
kinds of people that show us how a balanced
and healthy lifestyle can allow you to get
the most out of your winter. Hire some skis
from Windy Corner and head out on your
own ‘daily cardio fix.’ With huge aerobic
benefits and the chance to explore parts of
the resort you would never see otherwise,
give cross-country skiing a go before your
time runs out. •
FALLS CREEK REAL ESTATE •
A division of Dickens Real Estate Group
QT 303
3 bedroom, 3 bathroom
$435,000
Clear of management restraints.
Les Chalet 16
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom
$330,000
Southern Cross
1 bedroom,
$230,000
Many more properties available
New Listings Welcome
Contact: Ted Weeks
Mb: 0456 022 211
Or visit: www.fallscreekrealestate.com.au
selling Falls Creek properties for the last 24 years
New Social Media Platform
If you are a member of Facebook and
are keen on staying updated with the
latest XC Skiing News then please join
the Facebook group Falls Creek XC.
With over 200 members already the page
provides a great forum for discussion
and regular updates on grooming
status. Fantastic media channels such
as this show us where the future of
communication is headed so let’s embrace
it with open arms and celebrate our
wonderful trails together. •
Snowmobile Tours
1800 20 44 24
Drive
your own
today!
milch café bar
This Week @ Milch
A new concept for 2016!
“Share Plate Heaven”
(TripAdvisor 2016)
• Bar & Restaurant •
Bruschetta ,garlic bread, Arancini balls,
Croquette, crumbed Anchovy, stuffed
Olives, Pork Ribs, sous vide Sirloin,
house-made Gnocchi, Lamb Rack, half
Chicken in Vodka Dill sauce, plenty of
sides and desserts of the day!
For all the family to taste and share.
Have a little or have a lot!
Restaurant: Mon - Sat 6pm - 9pm
Bar: Daily 3pm - 11pm
Asahi on tap! Mountain Staff prices.
www.attungalodge.com.au
10 Arlberg Street Falls Creek
Map Ref: G3
Mountain Lodge
Bookings: Ph: 03 5758 3255
Join us for Lunch Punch on the back
deck - and the fire on the front
deck! Spring has sprung early!!
$15 DINE and DASH Lunches!!
Fri 19th: $10 Cocktails 5pm - 6pm
$10 Peroni pints.
Sat 20th: Hot Chocolate Heaven $5.
The best in Falls Creek.
Sun 21st: Devonshire Tea for Two: $13
Mon 22nd: $15 Burgers + Trivia Night!
$100 Meal voucher to be won!
Tues 23rd: KIDS NIGHT $15 Meal Deal
Wed 24th: $25 Curry Night,
Thur 25th: Steak Night - join us for delicious local steaks!
Join us for Après Hour 5 - 6pm daily!!
$10 Cocktails and $10 Peroni Pints
Best coffee in town - Snack menu available all day!
Breakfast: 7:45am - 11:30am
Lunch: 12noon - 3pm. Dinner: from 5pm
4 Schuss St Falls Creek Map Ref: J3
Ph: 03 5758 3407
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STORM THE CASTLE
Home-Grown Slopestyle!
W
hen the International Slopestyle
Competition ‘Stylewars’ left the
building, Falls Creek was left
with a hole in its heart.
Throughout the sobs from the Terrain Park
Crew, the wails from the strong Falls Creek
Park Community and beyond, our very own
Race and Events Manager Steve Crowley
pondered and then gave birth to the idea that
would soon take over the mind of not just the
‘park rats’ here at Falls Creek, but Australia
wide. That child born was given the worthy
name ‘The Falls Freestyle Series’ - a series of
grass roots events for the locals. In that series
was our favourite… Storm the Castle!
This Slopestyle Competition that would satisfy
the hunger for those wanting to go bigger and
harder in the Terrain Park, and is always a great
spectacle to watch from the chair, or from the
ground. This year is going to be bigger and
Travelling to
Falls this winter?
Leave the worries of hiring and fitting
chains, coping with anti-freeze and icy
roads behind you.
Park your car in our secure car-park
in Tawonga South and Ride our
comfortable coach to Falls Creek.
Daily departures from Melbourne,
Albury & Mount Beauty will have you on
the slopes sooner - without the fuss!
better than ever, with both our course stepping
up to a more advanced line and a DJ (amongst
an exotic array of other things) on site down the
bottom of course to entertain the competitors
and spectators for the entire day.
‘Storm the Castle’ is providing a contest in its
third year this year, and the storm is brewing
bigger each year as it goes along. Prize money
and gear for the event winners is starting to
stack up to professional competition standard,
and the courses… well let’s just say you better
not be afraid of heights! The competition always
draws huge crowds out to Ruined Castle and
with a bundle of new and exciting sponsors
on board this year we would advise that “if
you have ever thought about entering… this
is your year to shine AND WIN BIG!”
The event will be Slopestyle format again with
the same running times as last year. Make sure
you are registered for the event by entering
online at Active.com. The event welcomes
snowboarder, skiers, males, females, grommets
and veterans to all compete in their categories
Action a-plenty in the Park at Ruined Castle this
Saturday. Be there! Pic - Scott Robbins Photography.
for glory and epic prizes.
Divisions: Grommet (Under 16); Open
(16 - 27); Vet (28+). Prizes: $$$ prizes &
gear giveaways. Register for the Event here:
www.active.com/stormthecastle
Don’t miss out. Get the day off work. Get
registered. The forecast is looking more and
moore friendly as the week goes on. See you at
Ruined Castle Park at 9:30am this Saturday. •
Steph Adams
LOCAL RADIO
Alpine Radio 96.5 FM
In the Kiewa Valley
In the Ovens Valley
In the Harrietville area
OPTOMETRIST - MOUNT BEAUTY
Kelly Gibbons from Wodonga Eyecare consulting
at Lakeside Community Centre, Lakeside Avenue.
Full eye examinations including Glaucoma tests,
Diabetes and Macular Degeneration screening.
Children welcome. To arrange an appointment:
Emergency Services Broadcaster
Mount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local
news, snow reports and developing programs.
Ph: 02 6056 4000
Ph: 5754 4554
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.alpineradio.com.au
Visits Mount Beauty Fortnightly
Next visits: Fri 2nd Sept. then Fri 16th Sept.
FALLS CREEK MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY
Kiewa Valley Highway Tawonga South
www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au
Ph: 03 5754 4024
MOTORING TIPS
Dangerous Loads
Bottom of Gully Chairlift
Open Daily 10:00am - 12:30pm
& 2pm - 5pm (Map Ref J6)
Ph: 5758 3238 all day
24 hours for emergencies
General Practitioners experienced
in Family & Snow Sports Medicine.
First fully accredited snowfields
practice in Australia based
on 31 years experience.
WHERE
WHEN
HOW
WHO
Tawonga Crescent
8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday
10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays
Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments
24 hours for emergencies
Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby
Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela
Stratton, Anoop Pem & Clair Wright.
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with
37 years service to the
Upper Kiewa Valley.
Feeling cut up? We’ll have you in stitches !
The Wines
• Riesling
• Reserve
• Merlot
• Shiraz
• Nonno Reserve
• Cabernet Sauvignon
If the snow on your roof comes off, you
may be prosecuted for not securing your
load. This is extremely dangerous for you
and others. Always clear the snow from
your car before driving, and make the
roads a safer place for everyone.
These classic varieties thrive in our Alpine cool
climate producing the perfect environment for
maturation of grapes with ripe characters, soft
tannins and an abundance of fruity flavours.
A Motoring Tip brought to you by:
Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre,
Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty,
Ph: 5754 4261
We believe that 95% of good winemaking is
achieved in the vineyard, the other 5% in the
winery with minimal interference. By adhering to
this principle we produce elegant wines, ready to
drink in a year, or may be cellared for several years.
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Welcome to all Hoppet
Friends & Competitors!
Join us for a fabulous lunch or
Tuscan inspired banquet!
Open Thursday to Sunday
Lunch from 12noon.
Bookings Essential.
Tastings & Sales 11am - 5pm
Bay Creek Lane Mongan’s Bridge
From Mt Beauty, turn right 20km out,
cross the river and the back road and
continue 1.75km along the gravel road.
www.ceccanti.com.au
Ph: 5754 5236 Fx: 5754 5353
DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA
Race Week
T
his week the DWA crew are hanging
out up at Perisher in NSW where we are
holding our annual Race Week alongside
the Australian Defence Alpine Snowsports
Association’s national championships.
Our team at DWA really look forward to
this week every year. It’s the only camp
where all of the Program Staff have a chance
to get together! It’s great to get some of the
Victorian and NSW participants together as
well. Race Week is a social ski week where
athletes from DWA and Special Olympics
Australia (SOA) get together to train and
race on multiple styles of courses. Skiers and
sit skiers compete on Slalom, Giant Slalom
and Skier Cross and Snowboarders compete
in Parallel Giant Slalom and Boarder Cross.
The opening night saw the Parallel Giant Slalom
run for the snowboarders on the Perisher Front
Valley. This is a great spectacle as it is run
under lights. The boarder’s race head to head
in a knockout format under the eight-seater
chair on Front Valley. It makes for an awesome
atmosphere riding up the chairlift as the racers
race down underneath you, with all the military
crew cheering and shouting as people leave the
start gate. Toby Gluth - who was riding with us
last year - was back although he had some stiff
competition from the SOA Snowboarders this
year! In the final Toby was racing against Craig
Muhlbock - they were neck and neck down the
course, and were so close when they crossed the
line that most of the crowd (from where we were
standing) thought that Toby had won, though
upon receiving the official timing Craig had edged
him out by .23 of a second. It’s great to see a bit of
healthy competition between the athletes!
The SOA crew that are here for the
Clean & Comfortable!
Well lit, carpeted, flat screen TV, folding
bench, efficient washing machines, cost
effective driers and industrial quality water
filters to give you the cleanest wash possible.
Ariel’s Laundrette
Mount Beauty
Showing some serious style, Mark Soyer racing GS on Hypertrail at Perisher. Pic - Tom Ridley.
weekend are training for the world winter
games in Austria early next year. This will
be a huge achievement for them and we
will be cheering them on the whole time!
Next week at Mt Buller we have the Victorian
Interschool’s Championship. DWA will be
supporting the Multiclass Athletes. Multiclass is
a separate division for students with intellectual
disabilities who may need some extra assistance
above most other students. It is great to see the
inclusive nature of these competitions helping the
Mike Smith - Your local builder since 1981
Ph: 03 5754 4274 • Mb: 0417 438 450
Em: [email protected]
It’s the special jobs we do best!
Our Bank has now returned
Over $450,000
to this community since
opening December 2007!
Be part of the team!
Ph: 03 5754 4484
28 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty
Ph 03 5754 4495
177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga
WINTER’S COLD!
But the service and
stock is warm...
Proud to support the
Kangaroo Hoppet!
Clothing; Boots; Work wear; Insulation; Heaters!
Open daily from 6:30am
If you need it, we have it - or we’ll get it!
Allpress Espresso Coffee
- wine by the glass!
‘Your vibrant social centre!’
Kiewa Cr & Hollonds St Mount Beauty
Ph: 5754 4870 • Fx: 5754 4166
Hand-made Pasta ~ Slow-braised meats
~ World’s best Pork Chop ~ amongst
other un-worldly delights by Roi!
Hand-churned fruit ice-cream - to die for!
Bookings please - Gift Vouchers available
MOUNT BEAUTY BAKERY
local pies. Fully licensed
Fully licensed restaurant
Renowned Dining and Wines
Age ‘Good Food Guide’ since 1998
Lonely Planet Guide
Open 8am - 9pm weekdays
9am - 8pm weekends & Public Holidays.
41 Bogong High Plains Rd, Mount Beauty.
Ph: 0400 350 488
Tasty sandwiches, foccacias,
kids who are differently abled. It also gives the
kids racing in the regular divisions the chance to
be encouraging for their fellow school mates!
DWA Returns to the Camps programs on
the 2nd-4th September at Falls Creek with
Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre. •
If you would like to know more about
DWA, contact Tom Ridley - Program
Coordinator - Victoria.
Mb: 0423 087 712.
Em: [email protected].
Local Hirer of steel
KWIKSTAGE scaffold
Domestic & commercial use.
Our professional team is fully licensed and
offers a competitve rate for hire, transport,
erect and dismantle of local scaffolding jobs.
For a free quote call 0418 578 500
Gift Vouchers & Free Gift Wrapping Available
Mount Beauty Hardware &
Drapery Store
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5:30pm.
Sat: 9am - 4pm.
Sun & Public Hols: 9am - 2pm
12 - 14 Hollonds Street
Mount Beauty
Ph: 03 5754 1999
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FALL LINES
R U OK Day
EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY
000
Ambulance 000
ELECTRICITY
Faults & Emergencies
13 17 99
FIRE
Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/Tawonga 000
HOSPITAL
Mount Beauty 5754 3500
MEDICAL CENTRES
Falls Creek 5758 3238
POLICE
Wangaratta 5723 0600
RCA
RACV
Falls Creek/Mount Beauty 5750 1230
BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS
CFA
1800 668 511
SKI PATROL FALLS CREEK
5758 3205
STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE
Falls Creek
13 25 00
WILDLIFE RESCUE
0421 553 527
I
n 1995, a much-loved gentleman named
Barry Larkin was far from ok. His
suicide left family and friends in deep
grief and with endless questions. In 2009,
his son Gavin Larkin chose to champion
just one question to honour his father and to
try and protect other families from the pain
his endured… “Are you OK?”
While collaborating with Janina Nearn on
a documentary to raise awareness, the team
quickly realised the documentary alone
wouldn’t be enough.
To genuinely change behaviour Australiawide, a national campaign was needed. From
this realisation, and with Gavin and Janina’s
expertise and passion, R U OK? was born.
Gavin remained a passionate champion of the
fact a conversation could change a life, even
as cancer ended his in 2011. His and Janina’s
legacy is ensuring all Australians realise a little
question can make a big difference to those
people struggling with life: “Are you OK?
Our team here at the Mount Beauty
Community Bank Branch of the Bendigo
Bank has a pretty good feel for the community
and the branch has done exceptional work
for the community since inception in 2007
(having returned nearly half a million
dollars back to the community).
Recently the R U OK? Day came to their
attention so the team thought they would
like to do something about it!
A poster has been prepared and little
donation ‘Piggy’s have been placed
strategically around town – to provide an
opportunity for folks top drop in their
loose change and help a great cause.
You will find our little Piggy’s at: Mount
Beauty Bakery: Mount Beauty Hardware;
Mount Beauty News Agency; Mount Beauty
Pharmacy; Mount Beauty Post Office;
Sassy Road & Dapper Drive; Seasons MB
Café; Settlers Tavern and Tawonga South
Newsagency and Post Office. Other venues
may become involved as momentum grows.
The bank team are also having a BBQ on
R U OK day the 8th of September and they
encourage people to pop down to say hello
and get involved to raise money for such a
good cause. They hope to have some cakes,
tea & merchandise on sale on the day as well.
WHAT’S ON AUGUST
19th
20th
20th
21st
24th
Mount Beauty Men’s Shed monthly meeting & BBQ Lunch. 12noon at the Shed, Tennis Court Avenue. Ph: 0400 056 247.
Storm the Castle Slopestyle Competition on Ruined Castle. From 9am. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
Australian Open Sprint Championships. 9:30am Nordic Bowl. Ph: Marg 03 5754 4637.
Australian Open Championships.10am. Nordic Bowl. P Ph: Marg 03 5754 4637.
Cultural Exchange Fundraiser Night at Arby’s Place, 6 - 9pm. Food, music & dance of 25th
25th
Africa, Nepal, the Philippines and China to raise money for Tumaini Miles of Smiles orphanage in Kenya. Alcohol free event. Ph: Anthony 0498 351 966 or Jan 0419 871 483.
Falls Creek Kangaroo Hoppet Night Sprints. 7pm in the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5754 1045 Followed immediately after by the Rudi Pendl Memorial Race.
The Rudi Pendl Memorial Night Race. 8:30pm start - on the Summit under lights - following the Kangaroo Hoppet Night Sprints. Followed by fireworks and memorial drinks at the Frying Pan Inn. For details or to enter, phone 03 5758 1026.
26th to 28th Mim Sodergren Three Day Women’s Ski Program
A unique experience tailored for women.
Ph: 03 5758 1070.
27th
Kangaroo Hoppet 42Km XC International Ski Race. 9:30am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. Birkebeiner Classic 21Km XC Ski Race. 9:40am. Joey Hoppet 7Km XC Ski Race. 9:50am. Ph: 03 5754 1045.
WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER
3rd
3rd
3rd:
3rd:
4th
Mount Beauty Community Market 9am - 1pm. Top end of Hollonds Street. For enquiries or to
book a stall, Ph: 5754 4097. New stallholders welcome!
Falls Creek Light the Night Fundraiser Ski for the Leukaemia Foundation. Ph: 03 5758 1200
Band Wagon Banked Slalom - A First for Falls Creek - part of the Falls Freestyle series.
Ph: 03 5758 1026.
Tawonga Remembers Book Launch. 6:30pm Tawonga Hall. Diane: Mb: 0428 297 373.
Snow Trek & Travel Mini Series Four. 11am. Nordic Bowl. Lynn-Maree Mb: 0409 592 226.
8th
10th
9th - 11th
11th
Monthly Meeting UKV Community Association. 7:30pm The Auditorium at Visitor Info Centre. Em: [email protected].
Monthly Meeting of Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.
The Fabulous Onesie Weekend - all round village dress-up party! Lots of fun and give-
aways. Ph: 03 5758 1200.
UKVRA presents The Lagerphones, New Orleans-style Jazz Band as poart of the Café Culture Series.5pm at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. Contact: brkiek@bigpond.
17th
17th
20th
23rd
24th
The Dreamer - Falls Freestyle series. From 9am in Panorama Park. Ph: 03 5758 1026.
Big Foot SnowTrail - a Snow Marathon and a Snow Sprint as part of the 2016 SkyRunning Event. Ph: 03 5758 1200.
Monthly Meeting of local Anxiety Self Help
Support Group. 7 - 8:30pm at The MB N’hood Centre. Gold Coin Donation appreciated. Further details, Janet, Mb: 0412 658 159.
Mount Beauty Men’s Shed monthly meeting and BBQ Lunch. 12noon at the Shed, Tennis Court Ave. Ph: 0400 056 247. Followed by AGM.
McKaos Downhill Mountain Bike Challenge.
Mt McKay to Bogong Village. Ph: 03 5758 1200.
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For Payment, Placement of Ads or Subscriptions please forward to:
Phone/Fax: 03 5754 1346
Office Address:
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FALL LINES
RU OK Day aims to raise awareness for
suicide prevention. The organisation’s role
is to stop feelings of loneliness and isolation
among family members, friends and
workmates by having regular meaningful
conversations. Their aim is reduce the stigma
around mental health illness and suicide. Did
you know: Seven people take their own lives
every day in Australia. 65,000 people attempt
suicide each year. Suicide is the biggest killer
of Australians under 44 years. Men account
for around 75 per cent of suicide deaths. •
UKVCA Annual General Meeting
Are you interested in improving our
community connections and conditions?
You are invited to come to the annual
general meeting of The Upper Kiewa
Valley Community Association.
The UKVCA is a lobby group which meets
on a monthly basis, to work on community
improvement opportunities and issues of
local importance and concern.
Come to the AGM and find out how you
can help with these improvements. We are
looking for new Committee members and
new members to the organisation.
Thursday, 1st September. 7:30pm at the
Senior Citizens Clubrooms. Tawonga
Crescent, Mount Beauty. Time to join or
update Membership now. We can achieve a
lot together!
Some of the work the UKVCA has been
involved in includes:
• Send representatives to every council
meeting to keep informed. Liaise with
council to present or discuss issues of
importance to residents of the Upper
Kiewa Valley Community
• Organises and host public meetings with
shire staff and councillors in attendance to
inform residents about issues and progress
on projects such as the recent streetscape
and make-over of the centre of the
township and the plans for the library.
• Involvement in upkeep of Fainter Falls
Track.
• Working on achieving a Launching
Ramp at the Pondage.
• Involvement in recent improvement at the
foreshore Park including achieving toilet
facilities and BBQ covers to be included in
this area.
• Working on the proposed plans to extend
the West Kiewa Trail.
An example of the community work done by UKVCA the excellent signage at Sullivan’s Lookout. Pic - Ken Bell.
• Arranging Shire Council Meetings to be
held in the Kiewa Valley so that residents
may attend.
• The achievement of the installation of the
information board at Sullivan’s lookout.
• Input into work being done to improve
the area opposite AGL offices so that it
may be used by residents for recreation.
These are just some of the things that are
being worked on at meetings this year. Your
involvement could be very rewarding. •
CLASSIFIEDS
PART-TIME WORK AVAILABLE
FOR SALE - CYCLING HELMET
FOR LEASE - RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL
The Falls Creek Alpine Association represents apartment owners,
club lodges and commercial operators on a range of alpine issues
to FCRM and the Victorian government. The FCAA members’
website and email service provides information on current issues/
developments. Visit www.fcaa.org.au to join and discover the benefits.
DOWNSIZING SALE - FURNITURE ETC
FOR SALE - SNOWMOBILE
BUSINESS FOR SALE - TAXI SERVICE
Modal CS 25 Pet5rol driven, light & small for pruning
and general little jobs. Brand new, still in the box with Ops
Manual. $120. Ph: 0400 350 488.
A reliable cleaner is required for two to three hours work on
Thursdays during the season. Good Rates. Ph: 0417 346 463.
FALLS CREEK ALPINE ASSOCIATION
Mount Beauty Taxi Country Licence & 2013 Ford Mondeo
Hatch. Plus 4WD Toyota Landcruiser & Luggage Trailer. Good
Clientele: Dep of Veterans Affairs; VLine; Snowfield Health
Services & Walking Group Contracts. Running successfully for
24 years. $200,000. Ph: Brian on 0419 573 909.
HAIRDRESSING@ FALLS CREEK
Karyn (Kaz) Wickes will be operating from ASTRA Day Spa and
Hair Salon over the snow season. Kaz specialises in creative colour and
style cutting, plus all aspects of Hairdressing, including scalp and hair
treatments. Appointment only, please call Mb: 0409 823 705.
One perfectly good R-Jays cycling helmet. Aus Standards
Approved. Model S92B, size 54 - 58 (S - M) Colour: Red,
Black Silver. $20. Ph: 0400 350 488.
Dining Hutch, Low TV Cabinet, Dining Table, Coffee Table.
Student Desk, swivel Office Chair + original paintings. Will
deliver Mt Beauty area. Ph: 0434 693 380 for details/price/sizes.
FOR SALE - MORRISON CHAIN SAW
POSITIONS VACANT
Snonuts Snacks needs staff for casual shifts with hospitality
training and barista experience. Ph Deb 0417 572 228.
BUSINESS FOR SALE
Local earthmoving business (established 18 years). Mt Beauty
Bobcat. For all enquiries contact John, Mb: 0419 285 987, or
Em: [email protected].
Jack’s Tavern at Bogong Village is looking for a new owner operator
as from 1st June, 2016. Two years contract preferable but can
be negotiated. All enquiries, please phone Helle on 03 5754 1131.
1995 SLE Touring. Motor Re-built, re-sleeved to standard bore. New
front powder skis from the US. $3600 ONO. Ph: 0412 375 085.
FOR SALE - 2006 KIA RIO HATCH
Reliable ideal first car. 140Km Auto, air-con, pwr steer, service
history. Will supply RWC. $5990. Ph: 0412 006 537.
FOR SALE - SKIDOO
Red BRP V800. New condition, 1,100km, regularly serviced,
many options. $10,000 + GST. Ph: 0447 583 255.
FOR SALE - RM WILLIAMS BOOTS
One pair, brand new RM Williams Cuban heeled with rubber
non-slip sole added. Bushman Tan, size 9. $199. (save over
$100). Ph: 0400 350 488.
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS
Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.
Services include hems & complete design solutions.
BOWEN THERAPY - PETS & HORSES ALSO
Ph: Heather 03 5754 4395 or 0428 993 125.
BUILDING & ELECTRICAL
Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building
service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879.
CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL
Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Ph: 03 5754 4395.
Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au
COMPUTERS & SERVICE
Custom built computers, Upgrades, parts, laptops,
troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery, back-ups.
Ph: Michal Trnka 5754 4637 or Mb: 0417 163 601.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Altitude Electrical - no job too big or small.
Domestic, commercial & industrial. Contact
Ben Svarc 0419 801 109.
FREIGHT - ALBURY - FALLS CREEK
Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to
Falls Creek Mon to Fri inclusive. Refrigeration
available. Phone John or Esther on 0417 414 320.
HAIRDRESSER
Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds
Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week &
evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.
LD’S HOME PET CARE
Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 5754 1695.
NATUROPATH & OR MASSAGE
$35/hr 20A Kiewa Cres. Ph: Rosita 0419 519 275.
PAINTING SERVICES
Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation
Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM
Alpine Painting Services, Ph: Laif 0437 023 921.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Exciting Creative Photography for all manner of
family and wedding memoirs. Visit: www.bigbrightphotos.com.au, phone Kylie: 0447 434 827.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy.
5A Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and
home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270.
REFRIGERATION & AIR-CON
Maintenance, Repairs and Installation. Locally
based and serving Falls Creek. Ph: David, DTI
Refrigeration, 0448 672 373.
STORAGE
Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units.
Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.com
TAXI & 4WD SERVICE
Mt Beauty Taxi Service. Covers Falls Creek &
Albury. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 13 10 08.
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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Les Chalets 16
F
alls Creek Real Estate is pleased to offer
for sale this spacious two bedroom,
two bathroom apartment that will
accommodate up to eight people and is situated
in a highly sought-after location in the village.
Les Chalets 16 is situated on the second
floor of the Les Chalets complex which is
positioned close to the base of Falls Express
Detachable Quad Chairlift in Slalom Plaza.
The apartment is situated in one of the most
sought-after and convenient positions in
Falls Creek. Guests are able to unload metres
from the complex and then park opposite in
the Lower Slalom car park. During summer
owners and guests can drive right to the door
to unload and load.
Les Chalets is within easy walking distance
of the local supermarket and the village
childcare facilities.
Access to this apartment is excellent - you
can ski to the lift in a matter of seconds
and home straight to the front door via the
Wombats Ramble Home Trail, one of the
longest green runs in Australia.
FOR SALE
“Altissimo”
Original painting by Sydney
artist Merrilee Fleeting.
• Acrylic on canvas
• Professionally framed
• Dimensions: W:1400mm; H:1800mm.
Will deliver local area.
M: 0434 693 380
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The apartment is offering a large open
plan kitchen and dining area with separate
lounge. There are huge glass sliding doors
opening directly onto a large balcony,
which provides spectacular panoramic
views of the surrounding mountains and
down to the beautiful Kiewa Valley.
There are all conveniences in place including
dishwasher, washing machine, and clothes
dryer. The master bedroom contains a double
bed and the second bedroom sleeps four with
two sets of bunks. In the lounge there is a
quality double converter sofa which completes
the eight beds. A purchaser can immediately
enjoy all modern living expectations whilst
taking the time to imprint the apartment with
their own personality and style.Downstairs,
in the foyer of the complex is a ski locker
dedicated to the apartment where you can
leave your equipment after a day on the slopes.
The property is not bound by any
management agreement and can be lived in
permanently or rented out when desired. It
has been rented out and managed for many
years by Mountain Multiservice and is
showing a nett return in excess of 5%. The
FOR SALE
Fallow Deer Heads (2)
Professionally mounted
by local taxidermist.
Light/medium colours.
Will deliver local area.
M: 0434 693 380
The open plan spacious lounge dining area forms an
ideal entertaining area. Pic - Courtesy the Agent.
lease renewal has been completed recently
and annual body corporate fees total $8150.
This apartment is a wonderful entry
level opportunity for a family to enjoy
the many things that Falls Creek has to
offer including skiing in winter and in the
summer months hiking, mountain biking,
and the glorious Alpine environment which
is becoming a popular summer retreat.
The property is available at $330,000 and
offers will be considered.
For more information contact Ted Weeks at
Falls Creek Real Estate on 0456 022 211 •
Visit the
Bogong Power Station
Information Centre
For historical & geological exhibits.
Open: Sundays
10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine Village
Group Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318
* CLOSED MONDAYS UNTIL 19TH SEPT 2016

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