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King of the Mountain celebrates 40 years LONG after inspiring one of Australian band Midnight Oil’s most iconic songs, Mt Cooroora in Pomona will again challenge race entrants as they compete in the 40th anniversary of the notoriously steep 4.2 kilometre Bendigo Bank ‘King of the Mountain’ Challenge. Held over the 21-22 July weekend, future aspiring champions aged 9-13 years will compete in the third Zinc 96.1FM Prince and Princess Race on Saturday 21 July before the festival’s main race at 2pm on Sunday 22 July. This year’s festival will also debut the True Value Hardware King of the Mountain Bike Ride on Sunday 22 July. Aimed at beginner, intermediate and advanced level cyclists, the fun ride through local national parks is expected to attract those keen to explore another side of Pomona’s beautiful environment. Registrations will be held on Sunday 22 July at 8am at the Pomona State School before the ride begins at 9am. Groups will be led by experienced riders to their own level of skill and experience. Bike hire is available and there are lucky draw prizes up for grabs! For more information contact Jeff Langton 0413 840 788. Evidence of the diversity of the festival’s attractions can be found in its jam-packed program offering something for everyone including the Nestle 3KM Family Fun Run designed for families with children aged 4+ years, heritage markets, amusement rides, Livelife Pharmacy Skate Park competition and live music and free entertainment throughout the day. Put the King of the Mountain Festival in your diary and get ready to enjoy some country hospitality and the best of what community focused events are all about. All proceeds support local charities through the efforts of dedicated Pomona Cooroy Lions Club volunteers. For more information on the festival and its inclusions see pages 14 and 15, or to register to compete in events, go to the event website at www.kingofthemountain.com.au
Road closures Sunday 22 July
• Reserve Street between School Street and the eastern side of the railway crossing from 6am to 5.30pm • Memorial Avenue between Church Street and Station Street from 6am to 5.30pm • Hospital Street between Mountain Street and Memorial Avenue from 6am to 5.30pm • School Street between Mountain Street and Reserve Street from 8.30am to noon • Mountain Street between School Street and Church Street from 12.30pm to 5pm Alternative routes around the festival area are via School Street, Factory Street, Railway Parade, Red Street and Rectory/Church Streets. Detour signs around the affected areas will be posted.