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Enjoy Kosciuszko but respect the snow and conditions The NSW National Parks and Wildlife “Avalanches do occur in Australia, less exposed areas below the tree line or Service (NPWS) reminds visitors to on resort grounds and established cross Kosciuszko National Park to take ake safety precautions before venturing ng into the backcountry this snow ow season. NPWS Area Manager Anthony ny Evans said the recent weather er conditions had caused snow w cornices to form and caused ed unstable snowpack in some areas, s, both of which could cause an n avalanche. “In the Snowy Mountains, heavyy early-season snow falls can cause e unstable conditions on the steeperr slopes along the Main Range,� Mrr Evans said. “In addition, most of the snow this winter has come with high winds which have caused the formation of huge, overhanging cornices on the lee side of mountains. “There are cornices around Mt Kosciuszko and Blue Lake, which is not unusual, however due to this season’s conditions, there ere are although they aren’t as common also cornices in places where we wouldn’t as in Europe or North America, and the country trails. normally expect to see them. safest place to enjoy the snow is in the “We want visitors who are experienced

and prepared to enjoy the backcountry, but carry ca the right equipment, which includes include a Personal Locator Beacon, and follow all other precautions on the Alpine Safety page at www. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au. “Some people may consider carrying an avalanche transponder, but everyone in the group needs to carry one and know how to use them t in an emergency. And without an a avalanche probe and snow shovel s they are no use. “The best solution is to understand the th risks, such as avoiding steep slopes s greater than 30 degrees after heavy he snow, and avoiding being near the th top of a slope where cornices develop. de “Enjoy Kosciuszko National Park but bu ensure you are properly prepared and an if you’re not an experienced ski tourer or mountaineer, hire an experienced exp backcountry guide for those tho adventures.� Personal P Locator Beacons (PLBs) are available ava from the NPWS visitor centres at Jindabyne, J Tumut and Khancoban. Their hire is free of charge, however a $400 deposit applies.

Personal locator beacons the recommended safety kit As reported in our last Snowpost, Monaro Local Area Command Police are encouraging all persons planning adventure activities outside resort areas within Kosciuszko National Park this winter to ensure a Personal Locator Beacon is carried (PLB) as a fast and reliable method of alerting rescue authorities in the event of an emergency. PLBs are pocket sized emergency distress beacons that transmit via a global satellite network to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in Canberra, allowing rescue teams to respond to a defined area. Activated PLBs with GPS position capability were found by Jindabyne Police to be accurate to within ten metres on the ground at the time of rescue. Whilst PLB’s are used by many experienced backcountry skiers, hikers and four wheel drive enthusiasts, anecdotal

evidence collected by Police indicates that occasional visitors to Kosciuszko National Park are less inclined to consider taking a PLB despite a joint National Parks and Wildlife Service and NSW Police Force PLB hire program operating since 2000. GPS equipped PLBs can be hired from NPWS Visitor centres at Jindabyne, Perisher Valley, Tumut and Khancoban during business hours free of charge with the nominal hire service fee removed in an initiative designed to promote greater use of the PLB hire program. Monaro LAC Inspector Tony Hill has sought to highlight the potential value of the PLB hire program, “Finding people in the mountains during a rescue situation is typically hampered by rugged terrain together with poor weather and visibility. “GPS equipped PLB’s such as the ones hired by NPWS can take the searching out of the operation and dramatically reduce

the time taken for rescuers to reach people in distress. “Time is always a critical factor in successful search and rescue, particularly in the snowy mountains where hypothermia can affect people in a matter of hours. “A properly registered, GPS encoded, 406 Mhz distress beacon gives people the best chance of successful rescue in an emergency, especially in the alpine environment.â€? Police offer the following advice for year round safety in the snowy mountains: • Ensure you have the appropriate fitness, experience and equipment for your planned activity. • Check the weather forecast and accept the advice and warnings issued by the Bureau of Meteorology and National Parks & Wildlife Service.

• Leave a detailed trip itinerary with somebody who knows you and can notify Police if your return is overdue – personal information can be valuable to Police search coordinators. • Don’t rely on mobile telephones for emergency communications – cold affects battery life and service can be patchy or non-existent in wilderness areas. • Take a PLB as a reliable means of alerting authorities to an emergency situation where urgent assistance is required. • Ensure your beacon is properly registered with AMSA to give you the best chance of being rescued in an emergency. For more information or to register your beacon for free visit www.beacons.amsa. gov.au or call 1800 406 406.

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NSW drivers urged to roo-main aware on the roads With NRMA Insurance claims data showing that kangaroos account for over 80 per cent of all animal related collisions on NSW roads, the insurer is urging drivers to be alert while at the wheel*. The insurer’s data also showed that dogs, wombats, cattle and cats are the other animals most likely to be involved in a collision in NSW. NRMA Insurance Head of Research Robert McDonald said kangaroo collisions generally peak in the winter months, posing a hopping hazard to drivers. “We encourage drivers to slow down when driving, particularly at sunrise and sunset as this is when kangaroos are often most active and looking for food and an increased number of collisions occur,” said Mr McDonald. Mr McDonald said that although most animal collisions occur on country roads, city drivers should also be mindful when dogs and cats are near cars. “We want to urge all drivers to be aware when at the wheel. How you react when you see a kangaroo on the road can potentially save lives. “If you hit a kangaroo and it is critically injured, you can call your local wildlife group, Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) or the Police,” Mr McDonald said. NRMA Insurance offers some advice for NSW drivers:

• If you see an animal on or near the e, but not road, you should try and brake, swerve to avoid a collision; • Reduce your speed inside sign posted wildlife areas; • If you hit the animal and safety permits, you should try to help by moving it to the side of the road to prevent further crashes; • Don’t force the animal to eat or drink; and • Contact a local veterinarian h or a wildlife rescue centre such as WIRES on 1300 094 737. NSW hotspots Number of animal collisions 1 Dubbo 206 2 Goulburn 144 3 Mudgee 139 4 Orange 121 5 Cooma 112 6 Singleton 102 7 Moree 93 8 Parkes 92 9 Tamworth 90 10 Bathurst 90 ensive • Based on NRMA Comprehensive

Car Insurance claims data for the 2013 calendar year.

What you should do if you hit an animal - LAOKO advice Firstly, do not panic if you encounter an therefore injure themselves whilst trying to injured animal or an orphan. It is important to remain as calm as possible. If you need to move an animal from a road, please ensure that your car is parked safely on the side of the road. MAKE SURE YOU AREN’T THE NEXT VICTIM. If you encounter a dead animal on the road, please move it off the road for the safety of others. Improper rescue can hurt both the animal and the rescuer. LAOKO has specially trained volunteers to deal with all situations. Wild animals are suseptible to stress and can

escape a stressful situation. Our aim is to minimise the stress to the animal, allowing it a better chance of survival and re-habilitation. DO Move the animal off the road if this is the case. Do not endanger your life in doing so. Make sure the road is clear of traffic, if you can’t do this, please call our Emergency Rescue line, local Police or National Parks & Wildlife for assistance. Ensure the animal is not at risk of attack from domestic animals such as dogs or cats, by locking them up until a rescuer arrives and takes the animal.

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You can minimise stress to the animal by placing a towel or blanket over it, then placing it in a box (if it is a small animal or bird). Kangaroos, Wombats etc, should calm down if the towel or blanket is placed over their head. Try not to disturb the animal and wait till a rescuer arrives. As soon as possible, contact LAOKO’s Emergency Rescue line, your local Police or National Parks & Wildlife. You will be advised what action to take. DON’T Try to feed the animal until you have spoken with someone who is qualified

in native animal rescue. Marsupials are intollerant to cow’s milk. Water is better than trying to feed the animal cow’s milk. Remove an animal from a pouch or take it away from its mother because you think the kids would love to hand raise it. Too many animals have died slow and miserable deaths due to parents thinking it would be good to teach their kids the responsibility. Native

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Snowy Mountains to host Oceania cross triathlon championships Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism and Major Events Andrew Stoner and Member for Monaro John Barilaro have announced the NSW Government has secured the Oceania Cross Triathlon Championships and the Australian National Cross Triathlon Championships to be held in the Snowy Mountains in 2015 and 2016. “The NSW Government, through our tourism and major events agency Destination NSW, has confirmed our support for the Oceania Cross Triathlon Championships, which will be held in an Australian-first next year,, n and the Australian Cross Triathlon n Championships, to be held in February 2016,” Mr Stoner said. g “The Snowy Mountains’ growing n reputation as a summer recreation on and adventure sporting destination se makes it the perfect fit for these he events. Cross triathlon takes the ith traditional triathlon format off road, with competitors tackling a combination of rail swimming, mountain biking and trail running,” he said. “It is estimated that together the onal Oceania and Australian National Championships will attract close to gion 3,000 visitors from outside the region ating over the next two years, generating in excess of $1.2 million in visitor expenditure for the local economy. “The Oceania Championships next year will be coupled with a weekend multisport festival at the Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa in the Snowy Mountains, offering activities for

all ages and levels of experience.” Member for Monaro, John Barilaro, said the Snowy Mountains boasts fantastic trails, challenging National Park tracks and spectacular scenery.

“Last year the CSIRO named adventure, lifestyle, extreme and alternative sports as one of the six megatrends that will shape the sports sector in coming years and the Snowy Mountains is well placed to capitalise on that,” Mr Barilaro said. “Hosting the Oceania and Australian National Cross

Triathlon Championship events is a fantastic opportunity to show that the Snowy Mountains is not just a great destination during winter – visitors will find mountain biking, cycling, trail runni running and other adventure sports on offer yearyear-round. “A “Attracting more people to the region during the low season by growing the Australian Cro Cross Triathlon Championships into a wor class event is fantastic for the local world com community and economy.” D Destination NSW Chief Executive Off Officer Sandra Chipchase said the Snowy Mo Mountains has plenty to offer those looking to relax. “ “Visitors can enjoy fishing in pristine str streams, exploring historic towns like Co Cooma, Nimmitabel and Tumbarumba or in indulging at fantastic local bars, restaurants an cafes,” Ms Chipchase said. and “The Cross Triathlon Championship a and Multisport Festival will give people a added incentive to visit this stunning an re region of NSW, and give them an o opportunity to take in the beauty of the n natural environment while competing in or w watching a world class sporting event.” The Oceania Cross Triathlon C Championships is part of the national TreX Cross Triathlon Series and is sanctioned by the Oceania Triathlon Union and Triathlon Australia and is a qualifying round for the World Cross Triathlon Championships in 2015. Pictured, last year’s Triathlon at Crackenback. Photos by Element Photo & Video Productions.

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Cutting edge climate science: Inspiring your imagination

Snowprint Bookshop is a lovely country bookstore located in the beautiful Snowy Mountains. We offer a great range of fiction and non fiction books as well as games, puzzles, greeting cards and gift vouchers.

Can understanding the past help us predict the future? How often can we expect floods like in March 2012? Was the prolonged ‘Millennium Drought’ between 1999 and est 2009 the driest wy period the Snowy as Mountains has as ever seen? Has e the local climate e changed in the ? last 50 years? To answerr these questionss o we need to understand the long-term climate of the Snowy Mountains. Weather records in Australia started around 100 years ago, but to answer the tough climate questions with a degree of confidence, we need s, 1000’s or even 10 records of 100’s, 000’s of years. Our team of scientists at Snowy Hydro are working with leading researchers from the University of Queensland and the University of Western Australia to develop a high-resolution, long-term record of historical precipitation and inflow.

Previous study… You may remember an article back in 2011 on earlier research which reconstructed a drought history for south-eastern Australia spanning 6,500 years from sediment

cores in the alpine bogs of the Snowy Mountains. These sediment cores preserved long records of dust deposits that were transported to the region during dry periods. Using special techniques including geo-chemistry and radioisotope dating methods, this work

identified the principal causes of severe and prolonged drought sequences in south-eastern Australia. Significant variation in climate can be identified from the sediment core record. as Variability was closely associated with clim natural climate patterns including the 3-7 year cycle of the El Niño Southern Oscillation ( (ENSO) and a longer cycle k known as the P Pacific Decadal Oscillation (P (PDO), which ha a cycle of has a p p ro x i m a t e l y 25 25-40 years. Th This decadal pa pattern interacts wit the shorter with term El Niño pat pattern and is believed to enh enhance or sup suppress the effec of El Niño effects (dry) and La Niña (wet) periods. This drought reconstruction found the most recent drought from 2000-2009 was the most severe over the last 500 years, and was associated with enhanced El Niño conditions from the Pacific Decadal Oscillation. Continued on page 9

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Cutting edge climate science: Continued from page 8. Current research Now, we’re deepening our knowledge on historical weather and climate in the Snowy Mountains. To answer more questions we’re turning to the Yarrangobilly Caves within the Kosciuszko National Park. Mineral deposits contained in the caves known as stalagmites (growing upwards) and stalactites (growing d o w n w a rd s ) or collectively ‘speleothems’ can provide powerful, highresolution records of precipitation variability spanning tens of thousands of years. With support from the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, researchers have successfully sampled speleothems from the Yarrangobilly Caves for paleoclimate analysis. Speleothems are formed in the caves when water drips through the rock, leaving a mineral deposit of calcium carbonate (e.g. limestone) and a chemical ‘isotopic’ signature from the water drip. Variation of the climate and environment cause variation

in the growth of the speleothems and visible bands – similar to a tree ring. Researchers are using cutting-edge technology to interpret the signatures in the speleothem and develop a record of historical precipitation. To aid in interpreting the speleothem records, the research program includes comprehensive field campaigns collecting precipitation

(snow and rainfall), snowpack, lake and stream water samples throughout the Snowy Mountains to understand how the isotopic signature changes as water droplets work their way from the atmosphere, to the streams, lake reservoirs and into the cave systems. This water sampling allows us to build a more detailed

understanding of the Scheme hydrology on a range of timescales. The current project will run until 2016 and is equipped with an expert team of researchers including two PhD students. Reconstructing the climate record from the speleothems will identify the state of the climate in the Snowy Mountains over a period of thousands of years at a high resolution to better understand the effect of multiple climate drivers, such as ENSO and the PDO on hydrology in the Snowy Mountains. This in turn, will help us predict longer term patterns in the future, and aid in more efficient water management of the Snowy Mountains S c h e m e , particularly in extreme dry/ wet years. The findings of this work are expected to be ground-breaking and are already being recognised for outstanding scientific merit with an initial study recently published in an international scientific journal (Journal of Geophysical Research). A lot of exciting climate research to look forward to!

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Be safe on the slopes this snow season Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) is urging all snow sports enthusiasts to make safety their first priority this snow season, as thousands of holidaymakers are set to converge on the slopes following one of the biggest snow dumps in recent years. Both skiing and snowboarding carry a high risk of injury, with recent hospital data revealing nearly 3000 Victorians were treated in hospital for snow sports related injury during the 2010 to 2013 snow seasons. Of those admitted to hospital, broken bones were the most common injury with 60 per cent reporting fractures,

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while dislocations and sprains comprised 20 per cent of injuries. Falls were the most common cause of injury. Sports Medicine Australia spokesperson and Sports Physiotherapist Rosemary Riley said good preparation is the key to minimising injury risk and getting the most out of the snow season. “Skiing and snowboarding are both physically demanding sports that require flexibility, balance and quick reflexes, as well as strong lower limb and trunk muscles and a good overall level of fitness,” Ms Riley said. “Regardless of whether you are a novice or the most experienced skier or snowboarder, it’s important to make sure you’re adequately prepared before hitting the slopes this season. “With the big snow fall coinciding with the start of school holidays, parents should also ensure children are well prepared, only ski or snowboard when accompanied by a responsible adult and are fitted with appropriate equipment, clothing and protective headgear. “With good preparation, many injuries on the snow slopes can be avoided.” To be safe on the slopes this season, follow SMA’s top injury prevention tips:

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Undertake good preparation • Undertake pre-season conditioning and training to build up your fitness, strength and flexibility. Focus on strengthening the quadriceps and hamstring muscle groups to improve knee control to help negotiate moguls. • Take ski/snowboard lessons to

develop skills and safety techniques. • Don’t ski/snowboard to warm up. Warm up and stretch before any type of activity and cool down and stretch afterwards. Wear the right gear • Seek professional advice when choosing or hiring equipment. Select equipment suited to your activity, skill level and size. • Wear clothing, including gloves, that are waterproof and breathe. Dress in layers so you can adjust them to your body temperature. • Make sure boots are fitted and comfortable, durable and waterproof, with thermal protection. • Protective headgear may prevent head injuries and is recommended for children • Use skin and eye protection. Despite the cold conditions, UV is often high so use a suitable sunscreen and wear sunglasses or tinted goggles to protect against skin injuries such as sun and wind burn or eye irritation. Learn good technique and practices • When skiing, hold your poles correctly. Put the strap on your wrist and then hold the ski pole so that the strap is included in your grip. • When snowboarding, make sure your snowboard is attached to you by a leash, to prevent injuries to others on the slopes. • Be aware of the grading of ski-runs. Only ski on runs suited to your skill level. For further safety tips and resources on snow sports visit sma.org.au/resources-advice/ Pictured: Fun in the snow, but be sure to stay safe. Image courtesy of Perisher.

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New entry signage for Snowy River Shire Council is very pleased to advise that the Shire and Town Entry Signage Project has commenced and will be rolled out in accordance with our five year replacement program. The first phase of the project will see the installation of five signs throughout the Shire, starting with the removal of the Berridale Town entry sign on the Cooma side. The new signage design incorporates existing infrastructure from the old signs which is being used by a local contractor to build the jigs and artwork. “Council was so pleased that our new signage designs enabled the existing infrastructure to be reused and recycled. This is keeping in line with our Community Strategic Plan objective - “Sustaining our environment for life”, general manager Jose Vescio said. “Not only have we reduced our impact on the environment, we have also managed to reduce the overall cost of the project by engaging the services of talented local contractors”. Construction of the first sign is planned for Berridale. Installation of the sign body is due in mid July and the rock footing is being fitted by

local Stone Masons soon after. The other four town signs will be located in Adaminaby, Dalgety and Jindabyne, including a Shire entry sign at Cooma boundary. The remaining signs will be installed fortnightly following completion of each individual installation. The next phase of Council’s branding project includes Shire banners that will be located through each of our towns. This project is still at the planning stage and will involve input from each of the towns Chambers of Commerce and Tourism Snowy Mountains. Mr Vescio said, “Economic development and tourism is something that our community has identified as a priority for our Shire. This is just one way that Council can support the community in achieving this priority”.

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New art galleries have popped up in the region Two new art galleries have opened in the region in the last month. In Berridale, the Berridale Art Gallery, owned by artists and husband and wife team Anthony Coxon and Pauline SyronCoxon, will run as a ‘community’ gallery, showcasing local art. Pauline is well known for her contemporary Aboriginal Dot Art whilst Anthony creates mosaic skull work. The gallery is open six days per week and closed on Mondays. In Jindabyne, the Jindabyne Gallery has popped up in Nugget’s Crossing. A r t i s t s , photographers and sculptors displaying their work include

Kerry Wooden, Todd Costa, Deb Theiler, Janneane Cahill, Sylvia Wall, Jackie Eyles, Rod Saul, Peter Bartripp, Sue Edmondson, Michael Scott Lees and Richard Nutt. Kerry has volunteered to operate the galleryy e which will become n her studio when she is on duty, thuss adding to the visitorr experience.

Pictured; Kerry Wooden with her modernist landscape “Heat Haze”. Pauline Syron-Cox with her brother at the gallery opening.

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Torah the face of Thredbo Thredbo, Australia’s premier ski resort, has today announced Australian snowboarding legend, Torah Bright, as the new face of the resort. orn Olympic Gold and Silver The Cooma-born medallist has recently returned to Australia to enjoy the incredible s n o w conditions – arguably the best in almost two d decades – and o lead a Thredbo o campaign to re encourage more to Australians experience an ow Australian snow holiday. time The two-time Olympian said “It’s ome so nice to be home and enjoy these unbelievable snow conditions in Thredbo. They are some of the best I’ve ever seen.” The partnership coincides with the release of Thredbo’s National Winter Report which reveals that there are a huge number of Australians who are interested in experiencing a snow holiday (78%), despite never having skied or snowboarded (60%) or in some cases never even seen or touched snow (20%).

Angus Thomson, Director of Brand at Thredbo, said: “We’re thrilled to be partnering again with Torah. She epitomises everything there is to love about winter and snow. She grew up skiing b and boarding in Thredb Thredbo, went t on to conquer the w world stage and is now back where it all began. Tora is really Torah passionate a b o u t joi joining us in en encouraging m o r e p people to e experience the magic a n d excitement of snow. It’s a perfect partnership.” win As devotees to snow and the winter season, Torah and Thredbo aim to excite and share the magic of a Thredbo winter to those Australians who have never had a snow holiday or seen snow. Torah continues: “So many Australians haven’t had a snow experience. So I’m really excited about spreading the word with Thredbo. With these amazing conditions, it’s the perfect time for everyone’s first snow holiday. I bet you’ll love it!”

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Young skiers were given an opportunity to gain tips from local Winter Olympian Russ Henshaw on Saturday July 5, in an event organised by the Rob Kneller Youth Foundation. ‘Ride with Russ’ allowed more than 20 students from Snowy Mountains Grammar School and Jindabyne Central School to gain free advice from Henshaw during a morning session at the Perisher Terrain Park. The event was an initiative of the Rob Kneller Youth Foundation, which was established in the memory of the late Rob Kneller by his two sons, Scott and Luke.

The foundation aims to increase the ability of students based in Jindabyne, and the surrounding areas, to participate and excel in snowsports. Russ Henshaw has participated in numerous international freestyle ski events, including the Sochi Winter Olympics, with career highlights including silver at the 2011 Winter X Games. A sister event, ‘Ride with Chumpy’, held in Thredbo on July 26, enabled young snowboarders to receive advice from Winter Olympian and reigning Snowboard Cross World Champion, Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin.

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The “Snurfer�, the forerunner of the today’s snowboard is now on display in the Thredbo Ski Museum. In fact on exhibition there are two different boards each with a cord attached to the tip as shown. They complement the growing collection of snowboards held by the Historical Society. ‘The Snurfer was the first marketed snowboard. It uses a noboard type of snowboard binding alternative. The Snurfer was created in 1965 by Sherman Poppen in Muskegon, Michigan. Poppen was outside his house one day sledding with his daughters, when his 11-year-old was going down the hill, standing on her old sled. Poppen then ran inside his shop and bound two skis together. Poppen used a string and tied it to the nose of the board so the rider could have control of the board. Poppen’s wife called it the Snurfer, and soon after creating the first one, Poppen’s daughters’ friends all wanted one. Sherman Poppen licensed the concept to Brunswick Corporation to manufacture the Snurfer. In later years, JEM Corporation in Marion, Virginia, licensed the product, manufacturing the boards into the 1980s. The Snurfer’s retail price was $10–$30. Brunswick sold about a million Snurfers through 1966-1976.’ (Reference Wikipedia) The popularity of the Thredbo Ski Museum increases each year. During the previous 12 months, well over 500 visitors gained an

oversight into the development of ski equipment and Australian skiing which began in 1861 at Kiandra located in the northern area of the Kosciusko National Park, when Norwegian gold miners decided that skiing during the winter months would make an admirable diversion during the heavy snowfalls. A big feature this year is the restored chairlift seat from the illfated Kosciusko Chalet Chairlift which operated in 1964-1965. Also on exhibition are the skis used by Laurie Seaman prior to his untimely tragic death together with that of his companion Evan Hayes, in a whiteout at the base of Mt Kosciuszko in August 1928. The camera found on the body is also on show. Operated by volunteers from the Thredbo Historical Society, entry to the Ski Museum is free, however your gold coin donation is always welcome and assists in the preservation of Australia’s unique ski history and conservation of memorabilia. The opening hours during winter for the Thredbo Ski Museum, centrally located in the village on the lower northern end of the Thredbo Alpine Hotel, are 1 – 5pm during July and August (closed Mondays); and at weekends only during June and September. For more information about the Thredbo Historical Society’s extensive collection, you can find us on Facebook “Friends of Thredbo� or www.thredboskimuseum.com, phone: 02 6456 2279.

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Winter - there is more to it than meets the eye. Strap on a pair of snow shoes this winter and head out into the wilderness with an experienced guide and discover a whole new world, a world that is silent, spacious and where a sense of freedom comes with the territory. Snow shoeing has been around for literally thousands of years when native peoples across Europe and the Americas, from Scandanavia through Russia needed an easy way to traverse vast winter landscapes. Originally made with local materials; willow, birch and animal hides, snow shoes are now highly advanced with inbuilt features to manage conditions from soft snow to firm wind pack and ice. Coupled with a comfortable pair of waterproof walking shoes and with a sturdy walking pole in either hand, you will suddenly be able to access most of the alpine area during winter and spring, on snowshoes. The strong upside of snow shoeing is that you have few barriers to cross to start your journey - park the car, take the Perisher Ski Tube, start from Dead Horse Gap or go with expert K7 guides Peter Cocker and Jeff Becker, from the top of Thredbo and you are on your way. The NPWS Staff have developed a brilliant range of trails heading out from Perisher and

Smiggins some intersecting at set points, the Perisher Nordic Trails. The views are spectacular and the experience of drifting through snow gums laden with fresh snow or tinkling with icicles after subzero night temperatures is deeply refreshing and mystical. Snow shoers easily enter the unique alpine world and become fully absorbed in ‘Lord of the Rings’ landscapes. Head out with a sense of adventure, and return with a feeling of awe. When the weather is fine and still, there is nothing as enjoyable as a day out in the mountains exploring new terrain, the vegetation protected by a blanket of snow and the horizons expanding with every step. Snow shoeing is suitable for people of all ages from around five years old to as long as you can keep walking! K7 Adventures has snow shoes to fit small children, teenagers and adults and we supply walking poles and a sled just to carry your daypack if you want to be totally free or to tow young children who are just out for fun in the snow and happy to come along for the ride. For more information visit http://www. k7adventures.com/shoeing.htm. BOOKINGS: contact@k7adventures.com / MOB: 0421 86 23 54

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Quilters paradise at Nimmitabel What’s happening at Four Seasons of Patchwork? August is Delwyn’s birthday month and she wants to share the celebrations with you. For the month of August ALL fabric at Four Seasons of Patchwork will be discounted by 20 percent so stop by and pick up some fabrics to add to your stash or maybe start thinking about those Christmas gifts you may need to make. Classes The New York Beauty Quilt is still a popular quilt class, if you haven’t made these blocks then you are in for a treat - foundation piecing at its best. The Loan Star is another quilt class we will run. The Mariners Compass is another class we have been asked to run. Hexagon Strip Quilt is a quick quilt to make using a jellyroll. Contact Christine or Delwyn to book a class and

talk details. Is there a quilt YOU would like to make but not sure where to start? Let us help. We are in a unique position here in Nimmitabel where we can afford the luxury of providing class times to suit your timetable, we’re open 7days 9am to 4pm so get some friends together and book a class. Four Seasons of Patchwork has a range of gifts such as a selection of pincushions, ceramic owls, covered coat hangers, stuffed bunnies, quilts of various sizes, table runners and placemats, needle cases, to name a few…. We have: Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes and Charm Pack; 30cm strips cut for your convenience - a bit more than a fat ¼ for a fat ¼ price; a beautiful range of flannel fabric. Grab a couple of friends and head out for fun day.

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AUGUST Wednesday 6th • Young @ Art 2014 – St Pauls Church Hall, Snowy Monaro Arts Council, young performers from the Snowy Region • Ben Walsh Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Greg Kew Live – Jax Bar and Grill, Perisher Thursday 7th • Mature Mob Bus Trip – From Cooma, departing at 9am, touring Canberra’s Radio 1RPH, lunch at St Simons, guided tour along Cotter Dam, bookings essential • Jae Haydon Live – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Friday 8th – Saturday 9th • Charmers Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne Saturday 9th • Barrel Racing Clinic & Divisional Barrel Race– Cooma Showground, 9am & 1pm,bookings essential • Sarah Date Live – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm • Ben Walsh Live – Blue Cow • Night Skiing –Perisher, 7pm Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th • Van Sereno Duo Live – Jax Bar and Grill, Perisher Sunday 10th • Macenmist Truffle Hunt – Macenmist Black Truffles and Wines, 230 Cappanana Road Bredbo, 10am til 12 noon, $30 per head

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Calendar of events • Charmers Duo Live – Blue Cow • Van Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne Monday 11th – Friday 15th • Macenmist Truffle Hunt – Macenmist Black Truffles and Wines, 230 Cappanana Road Bredbo, 10am til 12 noon, $30 per head • Charmers Duo Live – Blue Cow • Van Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne Tuesday 12th • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm • Van Sereno Duo – Jax Bar and Grill, Perisher Wednesday 13th • Van Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm • Charmers Duo Live – Jax Bar and Grill, Perisher Thursday 14th • Marshall O’Kell Live – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Friday 15th • Jae Haydon Live – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Friday 15th – Saturday 16th • Eddie Boyd & the Phatapillars Live – The Station, Jindabyne Saturday 16th • Local Produce Market – Jindabyne Visitors Centre, 9am to 1pm • Mike Waddell Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm • Van Sereno Duo Live – Blue Cow • Art vs Science Live – The

Station, Jindabyne • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm Saturday 16th – Sunday 17th • HP Duo Live– Jax Bar Perisher Sunday 17th • Cooma Rotary High Country Markets – Centennial Park, Cooma, hosted by Cooma Rotary Club • Cooma Music Competition – St Pauls Church Hall, Cooma • Eddie Boyd & the Phatapillars Live – Blue Cow • HP Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne Sunday 17th – Saturday 13th Sept • NAIDOC Expo – The Raglan Gallery, Lambie Street, Cooma, including Price’s Café Installation, celebrating Moryua’s social hub for Aboriginal people in the 50’s and 60’s using video, photographs and music created in a café setting Tuesday 19th • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm • HP Duo Live– Jax Bar Perisher, Greg Kew Live – Jax Bar Perisher • RNB Superclub Live – The Station, Jindabyne Wednesday 20th • HP Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Greg Kew Live– Jax Bar Perisher Thursday 21st • Jae Haydon Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Friday 22nd • St Pats presents ‘Oliver Twist’ – Cooma Little Theatre, 6pm, tickets from the Cooma Visitors Centre

Friday 22nd – Saturday 23rd • Underneath the Covers Live – The Station, Jindabyne Saturday 23rd - Saturday 30th • Macenmist Truffle Hunt – Macenmist Truffles Farm, 230 Cappanana Road Bredbo, private function admission is a ticketed event and entry is by bookings only • St Pats presents ‘Oliver Twist’ – Cooma Little Theatre, 6pm, tickets from the Cooma Visitors Centre • Celebrity Chef Dinner with Justin North – Lake Crackenback Spa & Resort, Justin and Executive Chef Greg Pieper will create a mouthwatering menu with matching wines, bookings essential. • CJ Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm • HP Duo Live – Blue Cow • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th • Mick Danby Duo Live– Jax Bar Perisher Sunday 24th • Macenmist Truffle Hunt – Macenmist Truffles Farm, 230 Cappanana Road Bredbo, private function admission is a ticketed event and entry is by bookings only • Underneath the Covers Live – Blue Cow • Mick Danby Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne Tuesday 26th • Mick Danby Duo Live– Jax Bar Perisher • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm • HP Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne

• Greg Kew Live– Jax Bar Perisher Wednesday 27th • Jae Haydon Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm • Mick Danby Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Thundamentals and Bam Bam Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Greg Kew Live– Jax Bar Perisher Thursday 28th • Marshall O’Kell Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Friday 29th • St Pats presents ‘Oliver Twist’ – Cooma Little Theatre, 6pm, tickets from the Cooma Visitors Centre Friday 29th – Saturday 30th • Benjalu Live – The Station, Jindabyne Saturday 30th • Beautiful Imperfection Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm • Mick Danby Duo Live – Blue Cow • Marshall O’Kell Performs – Jax Bar Perisher • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm Sunday 31st • Bredbo CWA Village Markets – Bredbo Hall, Monaro Highway, 9am to 3pm • Jae Haydon Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm • Mick Danby Duo Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Thundamentals and Bam Bam Live – The Station, Jindabyne • Greg Kew Live– Jax Bar Perisher

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SEPTEMBER Tuesday 2nd • Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm

Thursday 4th • Jae Haydon Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Saturday 6th • Bombala Markets – Bombala Visitor Centre, Monaro Hwy, Bombala, stalls, food and lots more • Crackenback Cottage Markets – Alpine Way, Crackenback, 9am to 1pm, local producers markets • Thomas Keenan & The Ipswich Orpheus Chorale – St Pauls Church Hall, Cooma, presented by Snowy Monaro Arts Council

OCTOBER Saturday 4th • Bombala Markets – Bombala Visitor Centre, Monaro Hwy, Bombala, stalls, food and lots more • Crackenback Cottage Markets – Alpine Way, Crackenback, 9am to 1pm, local producers markets Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th • Adaminaby Quilt Show – hosted by Adaminaby CWA, The School of Arts, Adaminaby, 10am to 4pm

• Klaus Tietz Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Night Skiing – Perisher, 7pm Sunday 7th • Spanish Sunday in September – Outside the Feed CafÊ and Hain Centre, 12noon – 4pm, Paella, tapas & sangria, live music and entertainment and food for the kids, raising funds for the hospital auxiliary & the walk to end all cancers, $50pp or $110 per family, tickets available at Feed Cafe Thursday 11th • Mark Lockyear Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Thursday 18th • Jae Haydon Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm

Saturday 11th • Hans Neumeyer and Elaine Passfield Oils and Pastels, the Old and the New – The Raglan Gallery, Lambie Street, Cooma Tuesday 14th • Lifecycle Ride Cooma Leg – Cooma, riders arrive into town on Tuesday, depart on Wednesday, Wednesday 15th raising awareness for the Leukaemia foundation and raising funds for a new respite facility in Canberra Friday 17th to Sunday 19th • Spring Retreat with Kris McIntyre – Lake Crackenback Spa & Resort, yoga retreat for flexibility, eyesight, dealing with joint problems

Saturday 20th • Local Produce Market – Jindabyne Visitors Centre, 9am to 1pm • Celebrity Chef Dinner with Ben Willis – Lake Crackenback Spa and Resort, Ben and our Executive Chef Greg Pieper will host the final dinner in our series of three Celebrity Chef Dinners at the Resort. • CJ Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Saturday 20th – Sunday 19th Oct • “The Gully Gangâ€? – The Raglan Gallery, Lambie Street Cooma, a group of artists from far and wide meet together at Peak View for the sheer pleasure of painting, a very popular exhibition

via Cooma, a 9 day gliding event with participants from all over Australia Sunday 21st • Cooma Rotary High Country Markets – Centennial Park, Cooma, hosted by Cooma Rotary Club (Contact 0437 601 350) • Spring Equinox Wellbeing Fair – Cooma Ex-Services Club, 10am – 4pm, a gathering of stalls, products, hand-made treasures and healing goods & services Saturday 27th • Mike Waddell Performs – Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, 6pm til 9pm Sunday 28th • Bredbo CWA Village Markets – Bredbo Hall, Monaro Highway, 9am to 3pm

Saturday 20th – Monday 29th • Annual Wave Camp – Bunyan Airfield, prior to 1950 (Contact www. coomacarclub. com.au)

and cleansing Friday 17th to Monday 20th • Snowy Mountains Scheme 65th Reunion – Cooma.(Contact 1800 636 525 or info@ visitcooma.com.au) Saturday 18th • Community Chest Local Fashion Parade – Cooma Railway Station • Local Produce Market – Jindabyne Visitors Centre, 9am to 1pm Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th • Girder Fork Rally – Cooma & surrounds, hosted by the Cooma Monaro Historic Auto Club, exclusive to Girder Forks manufactured

Sunday 19th • Cooma Rotary High Country Markets – Centennial Park, Cooma, hosted by Cooma Rotary Club, including the Cooma Creek Duck Race, with proceeds going to Community Chest Saturday 25th • Relay for Life Cooma (Contact www. cancercouncil.com.au/2014/Cooma_2014 )

Sunday 26th • Bredbo CWA Village Markets Bredbo Hall

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bronze medals in the Men’s Downhill LW2 and Men’s Super-G LW2 events. Michael John Milton OAM, is an Australian Paralympic In January 1996, he won a gold, silver and bronze skier, Paralympic cyclist and para-triathlete with one leg, medal at the World Skiing Championships held in with 6 Gold, 3 Silver and 2 personal bests to his credit. Austria. His achievements were recognised at the Thredbo Michael missed the 1998 Nagano Winter Paralympics Historical Society’s annual Mid Winter Dinner on July 23rd, due to study and then returned to competition in 2000. 2014. In 2000, he received an Australian Sports Medal. In Michael was born in Canberra on March 21, 1973. 2001, he was inducted into the Australian Institute of He learned to ski at the age of three at Thredbo where Sport ‘Best of the Best’. his father was a ski patroller. By the age of nine he was Michael created history in 2002 at the Salt Lake Winter already a competent skier when he lost his left leg to bone Paralympics, becoming the first skier in the LW 2 class cancer and after losing his leg he was determined to be (single leg amputee) by winning four gold alpine medals, able to ski again with the encouragement and guidance of namely the Men’s Downhill LW2, Men’s Giant Slalom Bruce Abel from the Thredbo Ski School. LW2, Men’s Slalom LW2, and Men’s Super-G LW2 It was at about the age of thirteen when Michael became events. One of these gold medals he presented to his serious about ski racing and for a period trained with the coach Steve Graham. It was then that he was Thredbo Ski Racing Club. At the age of fourteen he was invited to be one of three athletes on the International selected and competed at the 1988 Innsbruck Winter Paralympic Committee Commission. Paralympics. Always seeking a new challenge, Michael then in At the 1992 Tignes-Albertville Winter Paralympics, 2003, set a new world speed skiing record for single leg Michael won a gold medal in the Men’s Slalom LW2 event, skiers, flying down a mountain in Les Arcs, France at for which he received a Medal of the Order of Australia, 193.16 kilometres per hour. and a silver medal in the Men’s Super-G LW2 event. He Later in year, Michael was awarded the prestigious became the first Australian to win a gold medal at a Winter Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Olympics or Paralympics. That year he also won the Disability Award in Cannes, France. In the same slalom in the Austrian championships, and in 1993 he won year his achievements were recognised at Sydney’s both the slalom and super giant slalom at the Columbia Greatest Ever Sports Stars at a fundraising event for the Crest Cup. Children’s Cancer Institute which researches the causes, At the 1994 Lillehammer Winter Paralympics, Michael prevention and cure of childhood cancer. won a gold medal in the Men’s Giant Slalom LW2 event, In April 2005, he was the first person with a disability a silver medal in the Men’s Slalom LW2 event, and two to break the 200 kilometres per hour mark with a speed of 210.4 km/h. He then aimed to beat the Australian open record of 212.26 km/h, set in 1997 by able-bodied athlete Nick Kirshner. Milton holds the open Australian downhill speed skiing record, beating the top recorded speeds by ablebodied skiers. His personal best downhill speed is 213 km/h (132 mph). At the Turin Winter Paralympics in ‡ ',1( ,1 ‡ 7$.($:$< Men s 2006, he won a silver medal in the Men’s ‡ 7+$, $8675$/,$1 0(186 ding event. Downhill standing nounced on It was announced ght on Sports Tonight July 12th, 2007, that Michael was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer. He had etre a six centimetre Next door to Rhythm Snowsports oved tumour removed 6KDUS 6WUHHW &RRPD from his throatt and ission. is now in remission. Less than a year

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Big year for Jindabyne fishing identity 2014 is a big year for Jindabyne fishing identity Steve Williamson, who’s been fishing g in the Snowy Mountains for over 40 years. His tackle shop came runner nner up in the 2014 Best Small Tackle Shop in Australia award. That’s the tackle shop currently marking its 10th year anniversary. Speaking across its front counter, Steve explained that the tackle shop, purchased during the sale and associated division of the Snowline Caravan Park complex, has proven to be a worthwhile addition to his multi-tiered operations. “The balance between the businesses has been good, it’ss been challenging, but there’ss challenge in any retail these days,�� he said. The key to the shop remaining g successful, according to Steve, e, is its focus on improving the he customer’s experience. “You’ve just got to become me better, and you do that through gh service. We make certain that we give the best and most accurate ate advice. We probably do a lot more ore than most shops, offering advice vice and spending more time with the customer. We get a lot of good return turn clientele that way,� he explains. This resolute commitment to customer service was recognised at the Australian Fishing Trades Association’s Trade Show awards, where Steve Williamson’s Tackle Shop placed second in a field of five in the aforementioned category of Best Small Tackle Shop. Steve explained that the entire experience of the competition, wherein success was dependent on the shop receiving public endorsement in two separate rounds of voting, was a humbling experience. “Being such a small shop we didn’t think

we stood a chance. Despite that, I decided to go to the Trade Show jjust in case.� g Steve’s shop was just

pipped to the post by the Compleat Angler group’s Melbourne store. “Even to just get pipped is amazing for us. It’s a pat on the back for us for what we’ve tried to achieve with our customer service. Everyone walks out of this shop with a little bit extra than they would somewhere else, and to know that the public appreciate that is really pleasing,� Steve said. This heightened level of

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for all animal lovers, and a very positive landmark for visitors to the town at its Northern gateway. The new, bespoke hospital itself has features to merge a sense of earthiness with the clinical requirements of a hospital. Snowy Vets have aimed to, as much as possible, make it an unintimidating and natural place for pets to visit. A dedicated X-ray Room is included in the plans to house our new, high end and very adaptable digital X-ray machine. The new machine will vastly improve the quality of Xrays we

can take, as well as allowing us to do lots of things we haven’t been able to do in the past. Most notably this will include taking good Xrays of teeth in cats and dogs, but also to take great Xrays in horses as well. Probably one of the greatest advances in our ability to serve your animals comes in the form of our new equine facilities. Horse owners in our region to date have not had access to many services that could potentially be very useful and well used. New purpose-built and designed stables have taken design tips from a number of

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The Talbingo tattoo - a wee bit of Scotland The picturesque little community that is Talbingo may have almost lost its right to call itself a ‘town’ last year, but that hasn’t stopped locals from throwing one hell of a hootenanny! Being born and raised in the village of Talbingo by a cottish father and a delightfully Australian remarkably Scottish mother, there aren’t many local e v e n t s that hold a place in my heart quite like the Talbingo Tattoo. This now a n n u a l gathering b o a s t s non-stop scots-style t, entertainment, d with a talented rs band of pipers he from all over the on, Snowy region, ns, local musicians, ers Highland dancers special renditions of and some very Australian and Scottish ballads by the local men’s choir. Held on the eve o’ St Andrew’s Day, Saturday the festivities begin at 5pm and the entertainment is non-stop until 10pm, after which there is always plenty of time to

blether on about your ancient scots lineage into the wee hours at the venue, the Talbingo Country Club, a small town pub with lots of charm and a surprisingly neat little golf course. What better way to celebrate Scotland, the home of golf, then by indul indulging in a 9 h hole round, surr surrounded by the rolling hills of the Snowy Mountains wit with the sun ref reflecting off th the waters of Lake Jo Jounama? I dinnae kken yin b better way. If you’re gaunnae flit to Talbingo for the tattoo, definit definitely make a day of it and hit the green before the festi festivities begin. There’ll be nae fish suppers or neeps and tatties ta on the menu, but ticket prices will include a meal professionally prepared by the local chefs of the club’s Chinese Restaurant. If this year’s tattoo is anything like last year’s, you’d be at

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Dalgety Brewing Company. “There we saw a microbrewery like we had never seen before. “It was tiny and relatively cheap and they were brewing award-wining beer. Dave was amazing! “He was the first person who ever told us “Sure you can” rather than “It’s too hard”, “It won’tt work” It won work

and “It’s not worth it”. “After the afternoon at his brewery we committed money to our dream. “We told ourselves that we would have the money for our brew house by b h b the th end d of June that year. “We took on second and third jobs and we got the money. “Sadly the brew house was only one small part of the process and we still needed a lot more money but we were on our way. In June this year we were licensed and making beer. “t was a long hard road, I’m not going to lie - there was mountains of paperwork and it cost three times the modest budget we had set. “Everyday we brew and ‘make things work’ because things don’t work as advertised or we can’t afford the better equipment to make our lives easier. We literally built the brewery ourselves and we did every piece of paperwork on our own (because we couldn’t afford professional advice). “There is not a week that we don’t come across some massive hurdle that makes me ask was this really a good idea? “But when we get into our brewery and we make great beer and we laugh about

how primitive our system is it’s all totally worth it! “Partnerships are a funny thing, they test relationships and highlight your varying opinions but (and I hope Simon can say the same thing) I could not have done this without him. “It’s a massive task and it’s a lot of work everyday. We don’t make it any easier on ev ourselves either because we insist on o making beer like the big boys. People like m to criticise me when I say that because they think, “that means make beer that th tastes like theirs” - but that’s not it at all. ta “They work tirelessly to produce consistent beer that stores and travels c well w they spend millions on efficiency they analyse and check everything to ensure a that th their beer tastes the same every time. “For all of their flaws they are still the best at producing good, consistent, long b lasting beer, regardless of if you like the la taste or not. t “We insist on using chemistry to check and confirm our results we go to almost a extreme measures to provide the best e consistency and an result with each beer. b “With a system like ours that’s really l hard but we don’t h believe in “we’re a b microbrewery so m it’s it ok to have wild variations”. v “Don’t get me wrong every batch will w vary slightly, and when v each batch is about e 2 kegs there is a big opportunity for that to o happen. But we work ha harder than most to h minimise it. “We’ve had a great response to our beer so far with agents in Tumut, Adelong, Wagga and Sydney. “We need to find some taps in the Alpine Region. “We produce four staple beers – the details of these are on our website, www. trbc.com.au. “What’s the future hold? Hopefully better equipment, larger vessels, maybe some awards and possibly even a little money. ‘We have big dreams but we’re traveling in baby steps. What I will say is we are stupid and stubborn enough to make it work so watch this space!” Trading Hours: Currently by appointment. The boys are hard at work on finishing a small menu and an entertaining/dining room, but until this is completed they will meet clients on request.

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If you are a bike enthusiast then mark November 15, 2014 on your calendar as the Australian Motorcyclist Magazine 2014 Bombala Bike Show is the event not to be missed. ROCKHOUSE band with guest singer Angry Anderson will top this year’s list of live musical entertainment. Flair Action Sports and Promotions will be returning with two world class riders and a show full of thrills and hopefully no spills that will wow the crowd. The bike show competition offers the chance

for you to show off your beloved toy and maybe win one of the spectacular trophies and some cash money. You may wish to enter the burnout competition or the tyre toss. Trade stalls, kid’s entertainment, displays and full catering with bar facilities from 10am – midnight Saturday plus onsite camping available with showers and toilets provided, means you don’t have to leave the ground. It’s all there for you to enjoy. Tickets available on the website! http://bombalabikeshow.com.au

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It’s Hillclimb time! The Cooma Monaro Historic Automobile Club, also known more affectionately as the Cooma Car Club (CCC), will once again host another speedy hill climb at Mt Gladstone on October 26 this year. If you have a car that is road registered or is road registerable and fancy a day of racing action, or if you just want to enjoy watching some high speed driving, then this an event right up your alley. In order to participate, you are required to become a member of the CCC – however; it is possible to purchase a daily membership on the day of the event. No matter what kind of car you drive, you will find it can compete, in previous years entries have ranged from Nissan Skyline GTR’s through to Hilux utes. “We have new cars, old cars and everything in

“The event is a Confederation of Australia Motor Sports (CAMS) sanctioned event, Canberra Car Club will be in attendance as well as the event running as part of the Southern Districts Motorsport Association,” said Mick. Participants will need to wear a helmet, be covered from throat to wrist to ankles in nonflammable clothing, flame retardant footwear, no joggers and no nylon. “Competitors will be timed to one hundredth of a second,” he said. “With a minimum age of 14 and top speeds of 170km/h, this is an event for all ages and we really encourage young people to get involved,” said Mick. “It is a great outlet for individuals to learn some new driving skills in a supervised environment, and get all that fast-paced action out of their system,” he said.

between,” said Mick Roberts of the CCC. “We have Porches, Mercedes, you name it – they’ve run before,” he said. The event is free for spectators, with a convenient bus services that runs revelers from the top to the bottom of the hill throughout the day. “Competitors will get a minimum of four runs, normally we would estimate they’d get a chance at five or six, but it depends on the number of entries we have,” said Mick. The day will have around 40 participants based on previous meet attendances, but there is a limit of 50, so get in quick if you want to secure a place.

Mt Gladstone is definitely an excellent example of a hill-climb; it is fast but also tight, has some speedy sweeping corners, some long straights and really tests a good range of driving skills. The track is also one kilometre of pure incline so poses a great challenge. Revelers are encouraged to wander through the pits and talk to the drivers, get into the spirit of the day and enjoy all the racing action. With last meet’s winner being a Nissan Skyline GTR, with a time of 42 seconds, who will claim the title this time? “It’s just great fun!” says Mick Roberts.

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Sydney to the Snow 1938 Excitement was noticeable as we streamed along big This article is drawn from a Central station. I was one of memoir written by Olive Cann in this happy group about to board the ’Friday Night Ski 2002. Olive died in 2011. Special’. You’d have known immediately our destination,

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rough and winding untarred road to the mountains. Naturally we looked for snow around each bend. The bus stopped awhile at the old Jindabyne Hotel (now under the lake). Tea and scones were ready for us. Then, while waiting to get mobile again, we tried skimming little flat stones across the Snowy River. Not long afterwards, someone sighted the first patch of snow, magic stuff, and then still more! Excitement was growing and around each bend the cover was thicker. We were all exhilarated at the sight; then suddenly, we looked down from Rennit’s Gap and there was the big old Kosciusko Hotel, sitting majestically amongst all this powdery, sparkling white and looking like the ‘Fairy Queen’! This hotel was run by the NSW Railways and Tourist Bureau. It opened in 1909 and survived till 1951. Sadly it was burnt to the ground before the winter of that year. After my first visit to Hotel Kosciusko I spent a couple more snow holidays there and it became my favourite place. Then the war set in and we were all very busy for a few years. Article reproduced with the kind permission of the Perisher Historical Society. Hello in the Snow For drinks and chats When: 4pm Tuesday August 12 Where: Marritz Hotel, Perisher Valley For enquiries, please contact Pam Woodman 0417 887 475 or

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Warm reception from the Frost family If you’ve noticed a particularly welcoming atmosphere at the Eiger Chalet this winter, it might have something to do with the new owners. The Frost family have taken over the Perisher icon, and they intend to use their close connection,, both to one another and the Snowy Mountains, to provide a seamless g u e s t experience. They’ve all been involved in local industry in one way or another, e and share e an intense passion forr w, the snow, nt having learnt to ski at Perisher. er In another nt, development, ew there’s a new head chef for er’s the Eiger’s much-revered White Spider restaurant. Simon Chaloner has a career spanning 25 years, which has included work in Perisher, Smiggin Holes, Charlotte Pass, Jindabyne and Merimbula. He’s developed an understanding of visitor’s tastes and

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Snowy Mountains connection in Archibald Prize Local artist Zoe Young was one of 54 finalists in this year’s Archibald Prize, announced in Sydney last Friday. Continuing the local theme, Zoe’s portrait was of Olympic gold medallist snowboarder, Torah Bright. Zoe grew up at Crackenback Farm

and through their parent’s friendship, the Young and Bright children went to school and skied together. The portrait of Torah shows an introspective side to the athlete, who is more commonly depicted on a podium, celebrating a win.

This first entry follows a thought, about 10 years ago, that she would paint super model, another Cooma girl, Annelise Seubert. Although she completed the sketches, she decided the time wasn’t right. Due to Torah’s busy

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Present new video for ‘Creature of the night’ & Announce tour Art vs Science have designed and built the world’s biggest (probably) hypnotron for their new video for new single Creature of The Night. The video was conceived by the band and co-directed by them with rising Sydney director James Chappell. Creature of The Night is guaranteed to get

Art vs Science kick off the Creature of The

Night tour at the official Splendour pre-party before setting out on a tour across regional Australia. Their national run of metro dates in June completely sold out, so punters should grab tix early. JULY / AUGUST 2014 • Tix on sale 9AM Friday 20 June • Thur 24th July: The Northern, Byron Bay Official Splendour Pre Party (DJ set) TIX: www.moshtix.com.au // 1300 GET TIX (438 849) • Sat 26th July: Splendour In The Grass, Byron Bay – SOLD OUT TIX: www.moshtix.com.au // 1300 GET TIX (438 849) • Fri 1st Aug: The Cambridge, Newcastle

dancefloors and festival crowds cranking, while the wildly imaginative clip, influenced equally by the likes of Michel Gondry, Terry Gilliam and the Mighty Boosh, perfectly demonstrates the bands offbeat sense of humour.

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NPWS to review wild horse management plan For many people, wild horses are an iconic part of Australia’s national heritage, and also an important part of their own family history. For many others, the value of the Snowies is found in its unique Australian landscape and its native plants and animals. It is also widely acknowledged that wild horses have tourism value. The challenge is to get the balance right between the wild horses and our native wildlife and landscapes. The review of the Wild Horse Management Plan for Kosciuszko will help to identify how that balance can be reached. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) believes it needs to protect the Snowy Mountains from further damage, for current and future generations. NPWS is responsible for the Snowies, within the bounds of Kosciuszko National Park. The NPWS is working hard to manage all the impacts and threats to this unique Australian landscape, and is collaborating closely with other land management agencies, neighbouring landholders, the scientific community and interest groups. In 2006, a management plan for Kosciuszko National Park was developed to protect its unique alpine landscapes and wildlife. The plan aims to put in place targeted control measures for introduced animals to protect the environment. The management plan required the development of a series of sub-plans, including a Regional Pest Management Strategy to address specific threats to the park. The Wild Horse Management Plan is one

of those plans and it aims to manage the impact of wild horses in the park. The plan was released in December 2008 and is now being reviewed. This information sheet is part of a series describing the review of the Wild Horse Management Plan for Kosciuszko National Park.

The review will run until approximately May 2015 (Stage One). An Independent Technical Reference Group will: – review and identify wild horse numbers, distribution and impact across the park – provide advice on the most effective and appropriate methods the NPWS could use to control the wild horse population – identify objectives for managing

the wild horse population within the park. – The Independent Technical Reference Group has an independent chair and its membership includes scientists and individuals with expertise in the native plants and animals of the Australian Alps and Kosciuszko National Park; horse ecology and population control; animal welfare and veterinary science; and

soil processes and erosion. – In addition to the work of the Independent Technical Reference Group, there will be a comprehensive communication and community engagement campaign throughout the review. This will ensure stakeholders, special interest groups and community members are actively involved in the process,

and that the broad range of community views are heard and contribute to the final outcome. Consultation activities will include: – meeting with stakeholder and special interest groups – conducting focus groups with community members – undertaking random telephone/email surveys of community views – inviting community members to share stories about their personal experiences in the Snowy Mountains – running a 21st Century Town Hall meeting (a large group meeting in which issues are discussed and views captured and reported electronically throughout the meeting) – facilitating Kitchen Table discussions (where interested community members hold structured discussions with their family and friends, and then provide the collective feedback from the group). – Following the completion of the review, and after considering the recommendations of the Independent Technical Reference Group and the outcomes of the community engagement activities, the Kosciuszko Wild Horse Management Plan will be redrafted, it will be exhibited and a call will be made for submissions on the draft (Stage Two). – Finally, submissions will be reviewed and the draft Kosciuszko Wild Horse Management Plan amended accordingly (Stage Three). The final plan will be implemented by the NPWS (Stage Four).

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in total) to provide LED lighting and they will be installed above and on each side of the retaining wall. The avenue of trees are “Pyrus Calleryana Chanticleer�. They are now approximately two metres tall and should reach a mature height of between 15 and 20 metres. Each solar light system will

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Faces of Thredbo Eighty six Friends of Thredbo gathered at Thredbo’s Denman Hotel for the Thredbo Historical Society Mid Winter Dinner on Wednesday July 23 to hear who would be the inaugural five “Faces of Thredbo�. In his opening remarks prior to announcing and presenting the Awards, Thredbo Resort Operations Manager Stuart Diver spoke of Thredbo as a community with a long and proud history with the many “faces�, of which there are currently 800 staff members, playing an important part. Reggae Ellis acted as Master of Ceremonies and Randy Wieman’s screened collage of the lives of the inaugural faces supported the presentations. The people chosen for inaugural Awards were Sasha ank Nekvapil, Frank Prihoda, Barry May, arry Michael Milton, Barry ard May and Leonhard or Erharter. A major eir criteria for their eir selection was their contribution towardss different aspects off the development off Thredbo. Beryl Clifford Smith outlined past Winter Olympian and 1989 Queen of the Mountain, Sasha Nekvapil’s role in towards the betterment of the village life,which included her encouragement of children’s ski g of Sasha’s racing, the building Lodge, Sasha’s Apartments and the introduction of fashionable clothing to the Australian ski scene. Sasha continued to ski the Thredbo slopes into her 90th year. Her son Michael Nekvapil accepted the Award on behalf his deceased mother. As an elder of the Thredbo community, Frank Prihoda’s valued contribution to village community life began in 1974

when he opened a gift shop in the Alpine Hotel, said Heinz Reichinger. Back then he featured in the body painting competitions ith the and took to the stage with Thredbo Players. Since hiss very late retirement he continues to volunteer in the Thredbo Ski Museum. Prior to taking residence in Thredbo Frank made a big contribution to the Victorian ski racing scene. He represented Australia at the 1956 Winter Olympicss h and lit the Olympic Torch bo Relay cauldron in Thredbo cs. prior to the Sydney Olympics. cer His last Hurrah as a ski racer day was on his 90th birthday ace when he organised a ski race for himself and his friends and wore Bib No. 1.

Volunteer Thredbo Ski Patroller Barry May’s service to safety on the Thredbo slopes spans an extraordinary 50 years. Resident in Sydney and operating a water salvage business during summer, he was able to devote winter to meet the stringent requirements of an active ski patroller. Fellow past ski patroller Jerry Krejzar had the honour of describing Barry’s commitment to Thredbo.

Disabled WinterSnowsports Association founder, Ron Finneran was proud to announce the fourth y p Award to Past Paralympian Michael

Milton M OAM OAM. M i c h a e l ’ s outstanding achievements wh which began as a three year old in Thredbo, are asto astonishing. He has show shown the world that to be disabled is, in his words “an advan advantage and not a disad disadvantage‌.after all it is only a leg!â€?. His “bioâ€? is printed separately in this edition of the Snow Post. The first Thredbo Ski School Director and Austrian Leonhard Erharter (deceased 2007 ) was the fifth individual to be recognised for his work in establishing a world class ski school on the mountain in 1958. Walter Auer who came from Europe to teach under him, spoke of Leonard’s abilities as a director and a skier of enormous verve

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Revitalised home for Jindabyne Seafood A revitalised Jindabyne Seafood has been serving the Snowy Mountains community this Winter Season, under the modernistic business approach of new owners, Karen and Martin Condon. A new store layout, improved supply chain logistics, with an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and friendly customer service, are the hallmarks of the Condon’s entrepreneurial energy. Sitting inside Jindabyne Seafood, something that was not possible before the store’s renovation, on a cold June day, Karen Condon explains that the decision to purchase the business was multifaceted in nature. Influencing factors for the couple, previously of Port Macquarie, included an appreciation for the local area and a desire to use the couple’s combined business experience to improve an institution with longstanding community recognition. “We come skiing every year with the kids. In August last year we saw the business for sale. Knowing it was an established business, we were really excited to take over,” she said. Karen’s background is entrenched in the hospitality industry, with early beginnings at Perisher’s ticket office leading to roles as a restaurant manger in Ireland and a stint as a customer service office on P&O Cruises. Martin, who met Karen in his home country, Ireland, has worked as a licensed horse trainer and has an impressive 25-year association with the horse racing industry. No strangers to successfully running their own show, horse racing underpinned one of the Condon’s previous business ventures. A stint as a Jim’s Mowing franchisee gave the couple a further taste of what small business had to offer, and fuelled their desire to make their own mark on a shared operation. “We wanted to purchase a business together, something we both know. We’ve always wanted some sort of café or takeaway,” Karen said.

The renovations to Jindabyne Seafood were completed in time for the opening weekend of the winter season, and included relocation of the front counter and an update of the menu display, resulting from a

partnership with Coca-Cola. Customers can now see further into the kitchen, allowing greater transparency between chef and customer, and giving the shop a lighter atmosphere. Ben and Jerry’s ice cream is now available for those seeking a sweet conclusion to their dining experience and customers can now pay using an EFTPOS facility. The renovations create an inviting customer experience, but it’s beyond the cosmetic changes where the fundamental traits of the Condon’s ownership are found.

“I want the food to be top quality, I want to keep it fresh, and I’m really focused on presentation. We want to be known for the best service and the best quality,” Karen said. Karen has been developing contacts in the Canberra fish market since taking over the business, with deliveries of fresh stock now arriving twice weekly, and customers being encouraged to make pre-orders. “They can text, call, or email us. We want to do the right thing by customers – whatever seafood they want, we’ll get it. We appreciate feedback too, we’re focused on return service,” she said. Aside from fish, Jindabyne Seafood attempts to source their produce from other businesses in the Snowy Mountains, including buns from Sundance Bakery, meat from Jindabyne Butchery, and salad from Snow Country Fresh Produce. “I want to keep food fresh and local. Local businesses support us, and we support them. If I do well, my suppliers do well,” she said. What do the Condon’s think of their new home? Karen said she and Martin, along with their twin daughters, Tegan and Ashling, are enjoying being part of the Jindabyne community. “We love the community, we think it’s a fantastic place. Everyone knows everyone,” she says. Karen notes a strong workforce as one of the reasons behind the smooth transition of ownership, with Grill Chef, Martin Clynch, and Ellen Unwin, who works in front of house, singled out for praise. “It’s a great team based here. It’s not going to operate otherwise,” she says. Customer feedback, be it online or in person, is always appreciated by the Jindabyne Seafood team. “We appreciate feedback because we’re focused on return service,” Karen said.

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The Tourist Cafe might just have the nicest staff in town. Service with a smile is always guaranteed when you walk through the doors. With a huge range of excellent take-away and dinein options, there really is something for everyone at the Tourist. Many kids have often been overheard saying that the best milkshakes in town are made here, by Kaeliff and his staff. For a quick and easy breakfast, you can’t go past the classic bacon and egg roll - with fresh ingredients and always quality bread, it will really set you up for a long day of skiing. Vegetarians are also exceptionally well catered for, with a large range of options to suit any dietary requirement. Don’t forget to gve the fresh seafood a go, we’ve heard it’s fantastic.

Alvis and Shing have over 30 years experience between them and love servicing a regional town like Cooma. Fo’s offers a range of specials that extend from Monday through to Thursday, including Vegetarian Monday, Sushi Tuesday, Steam Dish Wednesday and Dumpling and Soup Thursday. All specials come with a very affordable price tag and promise to be healthy, light dishes made with fresh, natural ingredients. The pair do not own a deep fryer and believe that they can provide Cooma with an extremely healthy range of delicious Chinese foods. If you are looking for something a little exotic, that is cheap and healthy then come down to Fo’s, the store is open from 11am to 3pm and 5pm-8pm every day.

THE BERRIDALE BAKERY Fresh Bread Baked Daily fresh food Ƅ great cof fee O P E N M O NDAY T O F R I D AY 7 : 3 0 a m till 3 p m SHOP 2, 234 SHARP ST, COOMA P: 6452 7569 M: 0457 191 674 After cooking and travelling all over the world for her first 10 years after school, and running a very successful catering company in Mosman Sydney for the next 10 years, Anabelle Rivers has decided to settle in Cooma NSW, amidst her family, and open Feed CafÊ and Catering. She’s passionate about using seasonal, locally sourced produce and loves cooking fresh healthy food, that nurtures the soul as well as satisfying any appetite. Her generous approach to life, and wicked sense of humour, keeps the menu changing at Feed, in tune with the seasons. Her diligent approach to hard work ensures that everything that comes from her kitchen is prepared with love and care, and up to the most delicious standard.

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0431 292 721 68 Jindabyne Rd The Berridale Bakery offers a great range of delectable baked goods, particularly noteworthy are the bakery’s pies and range of breads. Open from 6am - 4pm Monday through to Wednesday and 6am - 8pm Thursday through to Sunday, this bakery really does cater for everyone. The owners have have been running the premises for five years and have been making a name for themselves amongst many snow revellers as they journey up to the mountains. A crowd favourite would have to be their world class chunky beef pies and sausage rolls - yum! Unfortunately, the bakery does not cater for gluten free requirements. Rated number 11 on Pie Finder, the Berridale Bakery’s pies are the kind that you NEED to experience.

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Great Meals at Great Prices Cooma Ex-Services Club 106 Vale St, Cooma | Ph: 6452 1144 Operating out of the Ex-Services Club since March last year, Alex and Rob have got the Cooma township talking. Providing a huge range of affordable food that comes in large serving sizes, you are guaranteed to never leave ‘the club’ on an empty stomach. Over winter the most popular dish has been the famous reef’n’beef, served with a half lobster, prawns, squid and a 350gram grain fed Angus beef steak - for only $35! Another indulgence to tempt your taste buds this winter at ‘the club’ is curry night every Tuesday. When food is this cheap and serving sizes are this large, there is no excuse not to give A&R Catering a visit this winter. Your taste buds will thank you!

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PHONE 0490 142 552 Amanda’s location is the epitome of convenience. After finishing your shopping at Coles there is no need to dive into those groceries right away, why not relax and enjoy a bite to eat at Amanda’s? This is one of those cafes where absolutely everything on the menu is homemade. Everything has a real personal touch, from the extremely popular wagon wheels, to the freshly baked cakes, you’d be crazy not to indulge. With a range of hearty hot soups, all your winter food cravings will be met at Amanda’s. Not only is the food great quality, but the baristas expertly brew Lavazza coffee and create wonderful fresh juices with no added sugar and great, healthy, wholesome ingredients. With an eclectic range of clothing and even fudge on offer, why not give this unique little cafe a visit?

Tracie’s is famous in Jindabyne for excellent coffee. But once you’ve treated your caffeine cravings we dare you to attempt to look past the excellent range of homemade cakes and slices, you won’t be able to. Open seven days from 6:30am, Tracie Lomax is sure to impress you with her homestyle cooking. The famous ‘Jindy Love Cake’ will surpass your expectations, a white chocolate mudcake topped with passionfruit, raspberry and white chocolate ganache, could you think of better fuel for your trip to the snow? If savoury is more your flavour, why not indulge in one of Tracie’s famous quiches? Ranging from ham and cheese through to feta and spinach, there’s not much better than these handmade delights.

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Kylie has been running The Chelsea for four years now and in that time has developed a very regular clientele. With a menu completely consisting of home-made foods, The Chelsea offers simple, delicious and nourishing meals for any hungry individual. A winter favourite, the hearty hot soups on offer are sure to warm you from the inside out and prepare you for all your winter activities. Her famous chicken schnitzel burgers are simply delicious and are a real hot seller amongst Cooma locals. With homemade cakes, slices, sandwhiches, crepes and burgers, there really is something for everyone. The Chelsea serve Piazza D’oro coffee and a range of teas, as well as huge selection of cold drinks. For a great range of fresh and tasty light meals, this cafe is definitely a hidden gem.

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The Agave Bar is upstairs at Cocina Mexican Grill & Cantina, and is now in its second season. The bar is open every night during winter from 5.30 in the evening, with a drinks menu featuring cocktails made by an experienced mixologist. If you’re feeling hungry you can head back downstairs to the restaurant. You’ll be greeted with a menu consisting of great Mexican classics, amazing steaks and seafood, and specials that cater to both adventurous and cautious palates, be they young or old. Recently announced as finalists in the 2014 Savour Australia Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS awards for Excellence in Southern NSW in the specialty dining category, owners Con Poulos and Donna Jowett-Poulos, have nurtured their dream to provide great food in what looks set to become a Jindabyne institution.

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The perfect place to buy something beautiful Jindabyne’s rapidly expanding fashion scene recently welcomed a new player, with Bellissima Boutique now occupying prime real estate in the Nugget’s Crossing retail precinct. Bellissima Boutique is owned by Verna and Peter Davis, both long time distributors of the product and owners of the Cooma Bellissima clearance store. Day to day operations of the store, which is located next to the Westpac bank, will be handled by Jindabyne local, Heidi Cash. Heidi, who previously managed the RM Williams store in the same location, said that she is excited about the new venture. “I have to say that I’m excited to be taking on the role of manager. I can’t wait to see all the new arrivals coming direct from Italy. We will be stocking only the latest fashion and current season stock,� Heidi said. Manifestly Italian, Bellissima occupies the crossroads of desire and necessity, providing the European aesthetic, not to mention practicality, oft associated with traditional notions of “hitting the slopes�. Explaining the motivation behind the Bellissima Boutique, Verna cites the success of the Cooma outlet store, opened five years ago. “A lot of people wanted the latest and full range of Bellissima, and these items weren’t available for sale in a clearance store. So we decided to open a store where we could stock the full range. “Cooma’s loved having the clearance store, it’s offered great variety and a good introduction to the brand. This is going one step further,� she said. Asked about the reasoning behind having two stores, each the only one of their

kind in Australia, in such close proximity to one another, Verna outlines a vision of synchronisation. “The two stores will work really well together, what you

can’t get in one, you’ll find in the other. We want to support local economies. A lot of people are excited that this shop (in Jindabyne) hasn’t remained empty,� she said. Verna says that Heidi’s passion for the brand, local knowledge, and extensive experience will assist greatly in the

establishment of the Jindabyne store. “Heidi is a longtime local, and we’re absolutely thrilled to have her,� Verna said. So what does the Bellissima Boutique have to offer the township of Jindabyne? Long-lasting, chemical free clothing made in fair working

conditions, according to Verna’s reckoning. Catering for women, men and children, the range of clothes includes seamless tops, t-shirts, leggings and shape wear. “Jindabyne is the perfect place for

Bellissima, the winter wear we offer is ideal for the climate and winter activities in the area. Many customers we’ve spoken to in the past say that a Bellissimo skivvy and leggings are the only things they need under their ski gear,� Verna said. Summer months will be catered for with a new strictly summer line, with clothing specifically designed to provide relief from the summer heat. Significantly, Bellissima Boutique also stocks an extensive range of their quality underwear, a product that can prove allusive to track down in Jindabyne. Verna mourns the loss of what she describes as the “excitement of shopping�, and this is one of the reasons why Bellissima products can only be found in-store. “We don’t sell online because our aim in life is to keep fashion interesting and unique,� she explained. It’s this passion for the experience of purchasing quality clothing which led her to first distribute Bellissima 13 years ago, after viewing the product at a Melbourne trade show. “If you buy something beautiful, you know you’re going to look and feel fantastic. We want to bring that excitement back to shopping,� she resolutely exclaimed. You can rediscover your passion for shopping at the Bellissima Boutique today. The store will be officially launched with an opening party in the coming weeks; you can read more about it in The Monaro Post. Pictured, Heidi Cash will help you with your Bellissima purchase.

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Zurich Airport and a moonlit horse and sleigh ride to the gourmet restaurant Alpenblick, Zug for a fondue night. Tailored conference or group tours are available. Make enquiries regarding your special requirements, all tours are flexible.

Great service, quality equipment, competitive prices. It’s so simple, but so hard to find. Well, you can expect it at the Arlberg - over 35 years of quality assurance means first-rate service, expert advice, competitive rates and the latest equipment to every customer, year after year. Your safe and enjoyable time in the Snowy Mountains is their goal. Qualified technicians make sure your boots, boards, skis and helmets are in tip top condition when you to hit the slopes. Plus you receive free on-snow service, if something does go wrong, so you get the benefits of cheaper off-snow rates with on-snow repair or replacement convenience. And for the fashion conscious, Arlberg Ski Centre stock all the best brands including Rossignol, Elan, Salomon and Atomic plus a full range of the latest ski pants and jackets for hire.

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