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IT’S SNOWING: At last reasonable snow fall at Mt Buller over the past week has rescued what could have been classed as a bad winter. But as Lucy and Christian Nation of Lilydale discovered last Saturday when it snows - it’s fun. Some 29cm of snow fell across the resort giving skiers and snowboarders their first real taste of winter this season and school holiday makers the chance to really play. PHOTO: Andrew Railton.

$60k in ski funding - P2

Environmentally friendly - P3

Visitors flocking to the mountain

Classes in the snow - P5

Steady snow fall attracting the masses

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SOCIAL - P8, 9

INDEX Skier profile .........P10 Events calendar .....P4 Real estate......12 - 15

NOW that snow has arrived on Mt Buller visitors are facing a fantastic July on top of the world.

And visitor numbers are rising fast.

An event calendar jampacked with activities ranging from film festivals, food and wine shows and live music

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to skiing and snowboarding competitions and much more is all coming up in the next few weeks.

The Snowracer Series starts this Friday and are an ideal opportunity for school teams or individual racers to get that edge and additional race experience on course.

Convenient Location

The GS course is set on Little Buller Spur - one of Mt Buller’s iconic runs - and approximately 300 skiers and snowboarders test their speed and skills through the gates with presentations made on course at the end of each race day.

Not only are these events

Competitive Rates

great adrenaline-charged fun, they are also an important lead-up to the Victorian Interschool Snowsports Championships.

Also kicking off an action packed weekend is the Burton Girls snowboarding on Friday, followed by the Burton’s Cattleman’s Rail

Jam on Saturday in the Village Square.

The girls snowboarding includes women’s specific demo boards to ride, gift bags, laps with women pro riders and après or breakfast on Burton.

This is a girls only event and all participants will be eligible for a discounted lift ticket on the day.

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Long Opening Hours

Excellent Equipment

Long opening hours, competitive rates, fast professional fitting and quality hire equipment are the cornerstones of the service provided by the Grimus Ski Centre.

Forgotten your hat, gloves, goggles, sunscreen or just need a souvenir? Take a browse in the boutique.

Need your own skis or snow board repaired or tuned?

The Wintersteiger Microjet Disc and our service technicians are on hand to bring your skis back to perfection either over lunch or overnight.

Whether beginner or expert, skier or snowboarder, the Grimus Ski Centre has the right equipment for your needs.

Experienced fitting staff offer excellent advice and friendly service to ensure you have the most suitable gear.

Located at the end of Breathtaker Road right next to the Holden 6-seat chairlift on Bourke Street. Take the free village shuttle from your lodge right to the door.

Convenient carry bags are available to easily transport your hire gear back to your lodge.

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$60,000 for ski events

is a unique, stylish and relaxed Cafe experience. The Cafe is 100% organic and sustainable. Customers can choose to sit at tables nestled between a wide variety of wines and beautiful native wall art.

Opportunities for local talents

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has an ever expending selection of Australian native herbal teas, organic coffee, freshly squeezed juices, toasted sandwiches, antipasto platters, Homemade soups, French crepes and much more.

FUNDING to the tune of a $60,000 package towards a top line-up of Continental Cup ski and snowboard events for the 2013 snow season was welcomed recently.

Member for Benalla, Bill Sykes said, “This funding boost is fantastic news for our local snow industry at Mt Buller, Mt Hotham and Falls Creek and will go a long way towards further establishing the reputation of our Alpine region as an elite international ski and snowboard destination.”

Events to be supported through the funding are; z FIS ANC Giant slalom at Mt Hotham, 29 July to 2 August, 2013; z FIS ANC Skier Cross at Mt Hotham, 16 to 18 August, 2013; z Kangaroo Hoppet Cross Country at Falls Creek, 24 August, 2013; z FIS ANC Snowboard Cross at Mt Hotham, 25 to 28 August, 2013; and z Moguls Challenge at Mt Buller, 31 August, 3012.

“These events provide an opportunity to showcase some of Australia’s up and coming ski talent as well as providing a welcome boost to local economies,” Mr Sykes said.

“This funding is provided through the Significant Sporting Events Program and I am pleased that the Coalition Government has supported these top ski events to enhance Victoria’s ability to provide excellent, world class winter events.

“As a keen participant in the Kangaroo Hoppet I have first hand knowledge of the popularity of these snow events and the professional way in which they are run.

“I am looking forward to again joining cross country skiers at this year’s Kangaroo Hoppet.”

The funding package will assist event organisers Ski and Snowboard Australia to develop a 3-5 year event plan and marketing strategy to secure even more major international and national events for Victoria’s ski fields.

For more information on the Significant Sporting Events Program go to www. sport.vic.gov.au.

ENJOYING HOPPET: Member for Benalla Bill Sykes is a keen participant in the annual Kangaroo Hoppet snow event and welcomed news of additional snow sports funding.

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FUN: Enjoying the premier of World Heli Challenge were (from back, left): Marcus Emmett, Dan Walker, Willow Burrell; (front) Mimi Holmes, Annabel Joubert and Jess Clement.

Film’s debut a hit

By PAM ZIERKMAHONEY MT Buller hosted the world premiere of the ‘World Heli Challenge the Movie’ on July 1 at Pat’s Italian Restaurant, Cow Camp.

An additional screening was held at the Mt Buller Cinema on Tuesday, July 2.

Renowned snow

cinematopgrapher and director of the World Heli Challenge - and former Mt Buller resident - Tony ‘Harro’ Harrington returned to his beloved mountain for the inaugural screening of the movie.

“The World Heli Challenge has strong ties to Mt Buller so we were stoked to launch it here,” Harro said.

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Yellow helpers on the slopes THE famous ‘Yellow Coats’ at Mt Buller, worn

by Guest Services personnel, represent help, information and troubleshooting.

Guest Services comprises people who have generally worked on Mt Buller and who act as the frontline workforce, meeting, greeting and problem solving for guests who visit the resort.

This year Guest Services has added two mountain ‘icons’ to the team - Chris Redmond and Terry (Speaky) Lyons.

Their combined knowledge of the mountain is legendary.

Chris Redmond (Mr Hospitality as he has been known for many years) has been part of the Australian Ski Industry for more than 30 years.

What Chris doesn’t know about the hospitality industry is not worth knowing.

Chris worked at Thredbo and in Switzerland and came back to Australia to manage ABOM then Spurs and was put in

KEEP IT GREEN: Green bins with plastic liners are available to those who sign up for the OSCA Living Bin program.

Keeping it green KNOWLEDGABLE TEAM: Chris Redmond (left) and Terry ‘Speaky’ Lyons taking on Guest Services duties for Mt Buller talk with visitors Alison and Finn Atkins.

PHOTO: Andrew Railton

charge of the ‘new’ chalet in 1995.

Chris’s love of Mt Buller makes him an ideal leader in the field of guest services and he is always amazed at the quality of product and service that the mountain provides to visitors.

One of the original ‘boys from Torquay’, Mt Buller has always been

Speaky’s (Lyons) mountain.

In those early days he would sleep in his Volkswagen and take on any jobs that were offered, including working for Aural Forras, helping rebuild the Ski Club of Victoria in 1968 and then joining Ski Patrol in 1979.

Speaky and partner Pam, also owned the Off

Piste shop for 15 years.

After 33 years as one of Mt Buller’s best known patrollers, Speaky retired last year, returning this year to pass on his mountain knowledge to locals and visitors.

If you see Chris and Speaky around the village, stop for a chat, you’ll be amazed at the stories you’ll hear.

MT Buller is continuing with its waste reduction and recycling program with the latest installation being OSCA (on site composting aparatus).

OSCA is Mt Buller’s brand new on-site largescale composting system, which is the latest addition to the award-winning Living Bin Program.

Mount Buller Mount Stirling Resort Management, working with 4Site Australia and North East Regional Waste Management Group (NevRWaste), are trialling OSCA this year to determine the viability of processing

organic waste on-site.

Not only is this great for the environment, but it is also great because it adds to Mount Buller’s remarkably sustainable reputation.

Erin Duddy is Mt Buller’s Living Bin Champion for 2013.

It is Erin’s job to work with lodges, restaurants and food outlets to make it easy and viable for all to contribute to the sustainability of the Mt Buller community.

It is also Erin’s job to make sure OSCA is put to good use.

In 2010 a trial was conducted with willing participants across the Mt

Buller Village to separate organic waste from general waste and recyclable material.

More than 30,000kg of organic waste was diverted from landfill in the first winter season.

This project (OSCA) aims to reduce costs of waste disposal, reduce the amount of waste going to landfill, and is a process that will significantly contribute to the sustainability of the resort.

Anyone on the mountain can sign up to grab a 20L or 7.2L bin and bags to separate their organic waste within their accommodation or workplace.

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SUPPORTING RESEARCH EFFORTS: Ready

to attend Mt Buller’s Biggest Morning Tea for cancer research recently were (from left) Ben Annear, Niki Donaldson (organiser), Katie Bowker and George and Margaret Aivtog. Organised by Niki Donaldson and the Mt Buller Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Hoo Hah Kitchen, about 100 people attended helping to raise $700 for Cancer Council Victoria.

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What’s coming up on the winter wonderland scene this year.

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Celebrating victory for Buller’s own MT Buller ambassador for cycling, Simon Gerrans, was on the lips of all on Mt Buller last week when he wore the Tour de France yellow jersey.

Gerrans is only the sixth Australian to wear the coveted yellow jersey and became a home town hero overnight.

Although Gerrans has taken out other titles in his professional

cycling career such as winning the Tour of Denmark and winning stages in all three major tours, this latest win is the highlight of his career.

Gerrans is a regular visitor to Mt Buller specially during summer months when he is home from Europe competitions - using the climb to the top as part of his training.

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The boys come out to play for the Cattleman’s Rail Jam at 5pm on Saturday with more than an hour of dare devil riding down the 20 step staircase and rails of Cattleman’s with the pick of the crop boarders vying for some fantastic prize money.

This is the 8th Annual Burton Cattleman’s Rail Jam which has become a highlight in Australia’s freestyle calendar since 2005.

The qualiďŹ er will take place on the Burton replica rail - an exact match to the Village staircase - guaranteed to sort the jibbers from the jokers.

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activities on the mountain the Peak Pics annual photography competition gets underway with entries now open.

Run in conjunction with the Mt Buller Film Festival, Peak Pics celebrates mountain enthusiasts engaged in awe inspiring activities.

And don’t forget that as the Victorian school holidays ďŹ nish South Australians will begin to travel across the border to the snowďŹ elds.

Mt Buller’s Bourke Street will be transformed to ‘Rundle Mall’ while hosting the South Australian Interschools Championships -just to make them feel more at home.

Frank Freestyle Friday at Mt Buller terrain parks. Tips and help in using the terrain parks.

Free event.

July 13 Burton Cattleman’s Rail Jam. Top pro riders compete for cash and prizes on the Cattleman’s Rail in the Village Square.

July 17-18 South Australian Interschools Championships.

July 20 Back Country Film Festival. Grassroots filmmakers who tell compelling and entertaining stories of backcountry, nonmotorised recreation and environmental preservation.

July 20-21 Back Country Festival on Mt Stirling. Learn to telemark or free-heel ski while exploring the Mt Stirling terrain.

July 21 Mt Stirling Sunday Experience. Every Sunday from July 21 enjoy a full day of cross-country ski tuition and touring plus a glass of warming gluhwein at the end. $25 per person. For more information go to: www.mtstirling.com. au.

July 25-27 Victorian University Championships.

University teams contest the Dragon Slayer Cup.

July 31-Aug 1 Tom Mathias Cup International FIS Slalom. “Ski for Tommy� and raise awareness of melanoma. Slip, slop, slap, and ski.

For updated details and more information on any Mt Buller event, go to www.mtbuller. com.au and click on the events tab.

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Ready for learning

By PETER HUNT WHEN term three begins next week, the Mansfield Secondary College (MSC) Annexe on Mt Buller will again be in operation.

The college is extremely pleased with the response for enrolments to the annexe, with 34 students, 27 being from MSC and the remaining from Melbourne and regional Victoria plus one student from Brisbane, ready for a term on the mountain.

The annexe is an accredited campus of MSC, which was successful in obtaining a ‘seed’ grant from the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) in 2012.

Earlier this year the Victorian Registrations and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) granted registration of the annexe as an ofďŹ cial campus of MSC. “Fundamentally the MSC Mt Buller annexe was established to give local secondary students an opportunity to continue their education in an alternate setting, while developing skills in their chosen on-snow disciplines,â€? snow

SNOW STUDIES: Students from Mansfield Secondary College ready for a term at the Mt Buller Annexe included (from left, back) Patrick Cahill, Flynn Bowker, Jack Christopher and Nick Howland; (middle) Victoria Wallace, Remy Potter, Eve Lawson, Xavier Fox and Charlie Comben; (front) Talae Rodden, Mary Henry, Kaitlyn Whyte, Daniel Walker and Ned Angliss. (Absent: Ben Christopher, Willis Lines, Christian Rabie, Warwick Crawford, Eliza Pollock, Doug Crawford, Oscar Yencken, Jarred Rodden, Lily Tehan, Ellie-May Angliss, Charlie Mitchell, Mitch Reeves and Elsie McCormack.

sports coordinator Geoff Walker said. “In addition it also provides Mt Buller residents and seasonal worker’s children a secondary facility during the snow season. “The annexe is especially exciting for emerging athletes wishing to pursue their progression within the athlete pathway.�

Morning training is provided through Buller Ski & Snowboard School (all-mountain technical and cross-training), Team Buller Riders (moguls and freeride), Transition Snowboarding and Mt Buller Race Club.

Classrooms are within the Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Resort Management

Board (ARMB) ‘Alpine Central’ building and MSC credit the ARMB with their generous support for classroom space and many logistical elements in establishing the annexe.

Students will concentrate on the core subject areas of science, english, maths and humanities supplied from MSC and

their home schools.

Specialist staff will support their studies in four-hour sessions every afternoon from Monday to Friday. “The MSC School Council acknowledges the support in 2012 from the ‘Mark Adams Ski & Golf Challenge’, BSRA, Buller Ski Lifts, MBRC and ARMB who collectively contributed $9000 to the establishment of the annexe,â€? Mr Walker added. “The set up costs in 2012 were in the order of $60,000, offset largely from the $50,000 ‘seed grant’ and student contributions. “This year, using the balance of the ‘seed’ grant, MSC is able to ďŹ nancially operate the campus fully independently of external subsidy and will actively seek avenues through the DEECD and ARMB for long-term sustainability.â€?

The students are certainly looking forward to this unique experience with much enthusiasm, which will not only build their on-snow skills, but also equip them with many opportunities and life skills not necessarily gained in a traditional classroom setting.

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Chef prepares a taste sensation for Buller guests CAMERON Aitken has worked at Mt Buller Chalet for a little over a year now and has just been promoted to head chef.

He started at the chalet as a junior sous chef. “My philosophy about food is to keep it simple and allow the flavors of what your cooking to do the hard work,�

Cameron said. “I believe that this approach helps achieve the dish and the flavors you want.�

A speciality of the Black Cockatoo is suckling pig - sourced locally from High Country Free Range Pork of Tolmie.

Cameron buys the suckling pigs slaughtered and hung but still whole and cuts them up to suit the dishes required. “The whole pig is used in a dish that we are currently offering at the Black Cockatoo,�

Cameron said. “The roasted free range Suckling Pig, with Cotechino sausage, herb dumplings in a parsley pork broth is by far one of my favorite dishes

PORK DELIGHTS: Black Cockatoo head chef Cameron Aitken with Dion Avery and a dish of suckling pig pieces ready for cooking. on the menu and the whole dish is a bit of a lucky dip. “The customer can receive any cut of the pig from the jowls to the tail end. “The flavors of this dish are rich with a little bit of sharpness given by the broth, topped off with a succulent piece of crispy pork.�

Dion Avery is the other person present in the photo and is one of the snowmakers on Mt Buller who popped in on his morning off to see how the dish is prepared from start to finish.

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LEADING alpine doctor, Dr Mark Zagorsk shared his top six tips to help people prepare correctly and prevent injury to themselves and fellow skiers: s DO SOME PRE SKI EXercises to get yor muscles into shape before asking them to tackle the double blacks; s DO HAVE SOME LESsons with a professional instructor who will teach you skills quickly and correctly so that you can make the most of your time in the snow; s GET YOUR EQUIPMENT checked by a professional ski/snowboard mechanic and perhaps even consider buying some new equipment, as old dodgy equipment leads to injuries, especially hand-me-down boots for children; s WEAR A HELMET "EGINner snowboarders should consider wearing proper wrist guards which protect the back as well as the front of the wrist; s WATCH YOUR DRINKS AT the pub; and s MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ambulance insurance which is very affordable and covers you for that hideously expensive ambulance trip to a major hospital.

These tips may help you avoid a painful snow experience, both for the body and the wallet.

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Young snow stars are impressing the older shredders

AMAZING: The film crew of Channel 9’s Postcards program were amazed at the array of items on display and described by museum curator Michelle Stevenson at the National Alping Museum on Mt Buller.

TOM & ME: Ratty had the chance to ride with her nephew Thomas this winter in Jackson Hole. Getting kids amped on snowboarding is a lot of fun.

for easy use, perfect for the tiniest of mini shredders.

Burton has a great kids boot.

It features good insulation, large easy to use velcro straps and a good sole for traction on snow.

It also has a room to grow foot bed, which has the option to gain one full size.

Kids are now getting on boards as early as three, some even earlier thanks to the new Riglet design.

The Riglet accessory attaches to the nose of the smaller Burton boards to tow the peewee ones around until they are ready to use bindings.

There are Riglet parks

that are specifically designed for kids aged 3-6 years to get a taste of snowboarding in an easy, fun and safe environment.

There have been some demo Riglet parks in Melbourne and Sydney and hopefully we will see many more happening soon.

Kids Burton LTR boards are available for hire at Mt Buller sports central.

Mt Buller Snowboard School offers group lessons for ages 7-14.

Children from as young as three and up to any age can take a private lesson.

High five a mini shredder today.

Postcards television appearance something to write home about CHANNEL 9’s popular, long running travel show Postcards was amazed to discover Mt Buller’s National Alpine Museum (NAMA) down at Level 1, Alpine Central.

The crew were also amazed at the extent of the NAMA collection and had a hard time choosing which of the many interesting items they should film.

NAMA curator Michelle Stevenson talked about the large

assortment of historic wooden skis, Olympic memorabilia, retro posters and postcards (also on sale at the museum).

However, it was the original snow fashion items which proved to be the highlight for the film team.

TV presenter Brodie Harper fell in love with one of NAMA’s prize exhibits, an exquisite, floral appliquéd ski jacket from the 40’s hand made by Rosalie Kiessling

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Snowfox where visitors can buy apres gifts and homewears as well as skiwear, fashion and apres ski footwear.

Snowfox has always been renowned for its unique collection of imported luxury skiwear and premium winter casuals as well as it’s quirky collection of anything snow related including alpine homewares, decorations, jewellery and gifts, many exclusive to Snowfox in Australia.

During the snow season Kym lives with her husband and two boys on Mt Buller and is based in Mansfield, below Mt Buller outside the snow season.

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CELEBRITY GUEST: Popular television tourism program Postcards recently filmed on Mt Buller and presenter Rebecca Judd dropped in on Kym Henderson at Snowfox to check out all things apres.

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SNOWFOX is just one of Mt Buller’s attractions to be highlighted on the Channel 9’s Postcards program later this month.

The popular tourism program spent a day filming on Mt Buller and will give viewers an insight as to where to stay, where to eat and where to shop on the mountain.

Owner of SnowFox, Kym Henderson said she expected her part of the show to be quite short - perhaps a one minute segment but it was good to meet the show’s presenter Rebecca Judd.

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and marvelled at the vintage knitwear and was delighted to find that patterns are available to knit your own.

We’re not sure how many items will be seen in the Postcards show on Channel 9, so watch out for Postcards from Mt Buller scheduled to appear late July.

PS. If you fancy knitting yourself an original ‘60’s fashion cable knit jumper, visit NAMA, choose your style and pick up a pattern.

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THE number of mini shredders out on the slopes is growing every year, thanks to the great new snowboard setups available for hire and to buy.

There have been leaps and bounds in developing kids specific equipment, enabling children to have a go at snowboarding much younger than before.

Many brands now have a kid’s board and bindings in their range, but the brand that I have used in teaching and recommend is Burton.

Using children’s specific snowboarding equipment is key to enjoyment and success in learning.

The Burton LTR (learn to ride) boards feature a soft flex, radical sidecut, and forgiving edge bevel, all of which are designed to reduce the likelihood of catching an edge and to maximise progression and fun.

The combo of a catchfree convex base and the softest flex possible makes it fun for even the lightest weight riders to master turning and stopping.

The flat profile between the feet adds stability for better balance and board control.

The Grom binding is a lightweight soft binding.

It has an oversized buckle and single strap

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Revamped tourism MANSFIELD Mt Buller Regional Tourism Association (MMBRTA) has partnered with Tourism North East and neighboring destinations to launch 18 new, integrated websites as part of the North East Regional Digital Platform (RDP).

And, the existing www. mansfield-mtbuller.com.au site is also getting a facelift.

The upgraded site will provide an inspirational on-

line experience for visitors, plus greater functionality and marketing reach for business operators.

“With the launch of the RDP, we’ve restructured how business operators can partner with us,” MMBRTA manager Julie Kukainis said.

“To secure your own operator page on the new website simply select one of MMBRTA’s three partnership levels.

“Your existing HCR booking service can then be bundled with your partnership at no extra cost.

“We also invite you to come to one of our free information sessions to find out more about the MMBRTA partnerships and the new Mansfield Mt Buller website and its associated benefits. “ We b e l i e v e t h e MMBRTA partnerships and the new website of-

fer exceptional value for money - enabling local operators to truly capitalise on the growing online tourism market,” she said.

Please note: A Mt Buller operator session is soon to be confirmed.

For more information call Julie Kukainis or Pam Hume on 5775 7000 or email industry@mansfieldmtbuller.com.au.

Information sessions to be held at the Alburg

Resort are: Wednesday, July 31, 10:30am – 12pm (existing HCR operators’ session).

Wednesday July 31, 5:30pm – 7pm (existing HCR operators’ session).

Thursday, August 1, 10:30am – 12pm.

Wednesday, August 7, 10:30am – 12pm.

Thursday, August 8, 10:30am – 12pm.

Thursday, August 8, 5:30pm – 7pm.

COMFY LIVING: Just one of the comfortable guest lounge areas at the recently opened Buller Central - adjacent to Oli’s Kitchen dining room.

Powder Bar is a cafe by day and bar by night, serving pizzas, pasta, soup and paninis.

Oli’s Kitchen operates each Friday and Saturday night for dinner serving traditional Italian and slow cooked cuisine.

A half-board meal provision is included in all weekend rates for guests, with in-house guests served a three course dinner in Oli’s Kitchen as well as continental breakfast.

Owner and developer of Buller Central, Mark Ellit, said “I’m very pleased to throw the doors of Buller Central open for the 2013 season, after a busiy summer constructing one of the largest projects undertaken on Mt Buller in recent years.”

Oli’s Kitchen is located on level one of Buller Centre with dinner available Friday and Saturday nights at $40 per person for two courses.

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Loft Lounge & Bar Open 7 days a week from 10am to late. Mountain-famous Breathtaker hot chocolate (6 flavours), fantastic extensive wine list offering Breathtaker-sourced white and reds by the glass or by the bottle, kids’ movie zone, pool table and free Wi-Fi. New lunch and dinner menu, including Loft Lounge Angus Beef burger, fresh focaccias and warm hearty daily soup specials.

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Final touches to mountain project BULLER Central has fully opened for business.

When officially opened by the Mininster for Environment and Climate Change, Ryan Smith on June 8, the latest acquisition for Mt Buller was not quite completed.

But a few weeks into the season and its doors have been flung open for accommodation and dining.

Guests to Buller Central have two options for thier stay - family and bunk rooms - which offer flexibility for all kinds of guests, from families and groups to singles and couples.

Both options have ensuites to each room plus all linen, towels and all bedding included.

Guests have acces to a comfortable lounge and living area to relax in after a long day on the slopes, and also enjoy access to two great dining options - Poweder Bar and Oli’s Kitchen.

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Plenty of fun at info night

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MT Buller - Mt Stirling Alpine Resorts Management Board ran a successful lodge managers’ info night last month.

All the lodge managers from around the mountain were invited to hear about w h a t ’s n ew a n d what’s happening this snow season from the RMB executive team, and enjoyed a casual networking event with finger food and drinks.

PHOTOS: Andrew Railton

WE’RE FRIENDS: Mark Ramsey, Liz Webb and Louise Ramsey had the chance to catch up over drinks.

NICE CHAT: Niki Lee and Warren ‘Wozza’ Smith at the lodge managers’ night.

HAVING A GREAT TIME: Cha and Sally Rodden enjoyed the chance to catch up with Lesley Dunlop and others at the RMB lodge managers’ night.

EMERGENCY WORKERS: Keeping everyone safe on the mountains this winter are (from left) Victoria Police Sergeant Kevin Waters, Ambulance Victoria paramedic Brett Cooper, mountain staff member Andrew Markwick and CFA Brigdae operations manager, Paul Horton.

ALL TOGETHER: Having a great time at The Whitt lodge manager’s dinner were (from front, left) Angus Smythe

WELCOME: Mt Buller has a new resident - baby Amelia Sheppard. Amelia was touted around the village on her first outing by parents Leanne Drake and Greg Sheppard recently.

PHOTO: Fun Photos

(Telemark), Liam Canning (Eltham), Erin Ball (Eltham) and Ellis Klok (Terama); (right) Frand David (Koomerang), LIz Bannister (BMWSC), Hannah Conroy (Double B) and Tadigh Carr (Double B).

SKI Club Victoria’s renovated restaurant at The Whitt hosted its own lodge manager’s dinner on June 26 where almost 90 Mt Buller lodge managers arrived to sample the new menu. General manager Charles Warren hosted one of the mountain’s most anticipated season get togethers and chef’s Ben Brodie, Peter Grayson and Jacob Tuckett served a mouthwatering selection of entrees, mains and desserts.

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Perfect time of year for dancing

YOUNG DANCERS: Enjoying the Mt Buller CFA ball were (from left) Frank David, Belle Jackett, Krystal McKay and Sam Davies.

PHOTOS: Fun Photos

WINTER is here and there was no time like the present to hold a winter ball and celebrate.

The annual Mt Buller CFA Brigade ball was held recently with lots of moutain folk enjoying the evening.

SURROUNDED: There’s nothing like being popular and surrounded by pretty young maidens as Dylan Campbell found out when getting hugs from Kylie Ramsey (left) Kirsty Gill and Reyes Beard.

ALL FRIENDS: Enjoying their time at the CFA ball were (from left) Alex Peterson, Steve Faint, Tess Hoinville and Lisa Miller.

SAY CHEESE: Playing it up at the CFA ball were (from left) Cody Raidal, Bill Trotter, Kylie Taylor and Dave Lindbom.

THREE’S NO CROWD: Luke Corbett is being spoilt by two lovely ladies Nicolette Pankovics (left) and Nicole Gibson at the CFA ball.

Kicking off the season

WE’RE PALS: Black Mountain was the venue for this year’s lodge managers night and catching up were Ed Reeves and Deb Robinson. PHOTO: Fun Photos

LODGE managers get together at the beginning of each season to catch up on the news from over the summer months and to talk about what’s new on the mountain for winter.

The venue for this gathering changes each season and this year the hosts were Big Dave and the crew at Black Mountain ski store at Cow Camp.

HERE’S CHEERS: Time for a chat and a drink together were (from left) Rossi and Alan Blakers, Mel O’Halloran and Mel Roberts.

HI GIRLS: Mountain character known only as ‘Beesey’ (centre) says hi to Carol Renwick (left) Julie Dowes at the get together.

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GIRL CHAT: Catching up were (from left) Niki Lee, Bec West, Kyle Nowill and Anne Walters.

HI DAVE: Saying a big hello to the host of the evening were(from left) Wendy Jagger, Josh Laney, Big Dave (store manager) and Shirley Blomfield.

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Lodges toast 50 years of success

By PAM ZIERK-MAHONEY AT the opening of the ski season each year milestones are recorded and recognised.

This year was no different with certificates of recognition being awarded to three of the mountain’s lodges that celebrate 50 years this season.

Representatives from each lodge accepted their certificates.

In announcing the lodges Mt Buller-Mt Stirling Alpine Resorts Management Board chairman, Jennifer Hutchison said without the lodges

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Hidden talents of local ski expert WELL DONE: Accepting the certificate of recognition for 50 yeears on Mt Buller were (from left) Greg Plum, Dave Burrows and Malcolm Ross on behalf of SkiLib Alpine Club.

PHOTO: Pam Zierk-Mahoney

Mt Buller would not have developed and progressed as it has.

“It is the formation and membership of these lodges in the early days in particular that helped to set the atmopshere of this mountain resort.

“Without them Mt Buller would not be what it is today,” Ms Hutchison said.

Three three lodges this year to receive awards were SkiLib Alpine Club, Coonamar Ski Club and Firmow Ski Club.

The certificates were subscribed “The 2013 A R M B C h a i r m a n ’s Mountain Community Recognition Accolade”.

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Awards, honors

MANSFIELD

By Liz Webb Tom, a very well known face on the mountain, is a Level 3 Ski Instructor at Mt Buller.

His hidden talents came to light several years ago when he tried ‘stand up’ comedy at a special Mt Buller Comedy Night.

The professional comedians were blown away with his talent and the staff loved the way he sent up ‘Life on Buller’.

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ACCEPTANCE: Accepting the certificate on behalf of Furmow Ski Club were Laura Brasacchia (right) and her daughter.

TOM ROBB AGE: 26 RESIDENCE WHEN NOT AT MT BULLER: Geelong.

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BOARDING ABILITY (AND BE HONEST!): Awesome advanced expert.

HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU BEEN SKIING AT MT BULLER:

The world’s largest ski region!

I started nine years ago when I came up to Uni at Mt Buller to study for the Outdoor Ed diploma. Someone suggested I’d make a great instructor, so I keep coming back.

450 lifts, 45 ski resorts, 12 huge valleys… all on one, inexpensive Superski Pass!

Stunning alpine scenery

Traditional atmosphere

Gourmet food & wine

Guided & Independent Weeks

Modern infrastructure

Adventure Ski Safaris

FAVE RUNS/AREAS: Definitely Wombat and Standard and when the snow is good, the Summit Schutes. Love the Terrain Park as well but big jumps rather than rails.

The Dolomites Mountains of northern Italy are a revelation to Australians. Here, it is truly possible to ski as far as the eye can see!

You and your friends or family can ski together, over long distances, and through many different ski resorts. It's the ski holiday of a lifetime.

The variety of runs and challenges is almost daunting, with seemingly countless runs for every type of skier or boarder. You can ski

EVER SKIED OVERSEAS: I’ve done two seasons at Snowbird, Utah.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT MT BULLER: It’s got to be the people, especially return staff. It’s like a big happy family at Buller.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO FOR SEASON 2013: Working, riding, socialising.

WHEN NOT NOT OUT ON THE SLOPES YOU ARE DOING: ‘Hanging out’ with

friends and the odd bit of Stand Up Comedy - keep watching for (Tom is a very funny guy and has been MC at previous Mt Buller Comedy nights).

THREE WORDS TO DESCRIBE BOARDING AT MT BULLER: Fun, Freedom on Snow, Love.

45–75km in a day without having to catch the same lift twice! And our guides always know the best places to ski, eat and see on any given day.

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PROUD MOMENT: Coonamar Ski Club is celebrating 50 years on Mt Buller this season.

Accepting a certificate last month on behalf of the lodge were Wendy and David Jagger.

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By PAM ZIERKMAHONEY ESTONIA is a long way from Mt Stirling but for the next three months the high country ski resort will be home for four young European travellers.

Siim Eilo, Inna Kairite, Karl Laasik and Piibe Tammemae have taken on the challenge of instructing young Australians and visitors in the ďŹ ner points of cross country skiing and snow boarding.

Arrivng in Australia just over a week ago the young foursome are excited about spending time here and learning more about Australia, its curious animals and our culture.

A chef by profession, Siim hopes to be able to stay on after and once his stint at Mt Stirling to gain more experience for his culinary skills.

Inna and Piibe are

HERE TO SKI: The four young Estonian cross country ski instructors heading to Mt Stirling are (from left) Inna Kairite, Piibe Tammemae, Karl Laasik and Siim Eilo.

both students of sports science and for Inna she has only been at university for one year, while Piibe is a teacher in sports already, having qualiďŹ ed.

Karl has taken on a different tack and has just completed his first year university studies in mechanical engineering.

When asked what they most expected to gain from their time in Australia they all agreed they wanted to improve their language skills, culture knowledge,

to get a good expereince of the Australian way of life, see kangaroos and koalas and to make some good friends.

The Estonia four will soon have another international ski instructor with Marty Henzi arriving from Canada. “In Estonia we don’t have mountains, just hills,� said Siim. “The highest hills we have only reach about 350 metres so it is all cross country skiing for us there.�

Each of the instructors also agreed cross country skiing is a good sport and it ďŹ ts very well with their working holiday here.

Inna also has experience in orienteering so will use those skills when working with school groups.

Although the students will be staying with Craig and Barb Jones during their three months here they also plan to ‘camp out’ at the Cricket Pitch camp site when school groups are in.

Mt Stirling has been home to other young students from Estonia, this being the third year that Craig and Barb have hosted the international guests.

Visitors to Mt Stirling can chose from 1.5 hour classes available at 10am, noon and 2pm daily.

Children’s learn to ski lessons and games are available for youngsters aged between six and 14.

Comedy takes a serious approach to office issues BULLER visitors looking for a cultural touch to their ski holiday may wish to come to Mansfield to see Brilliant Lies for one of it’s six performances from July 19 to 27.

Directed by Ian Mallyon, produced by Michele Padbury, and featuring some new and old faces on stage, the serious comedy, addresses the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace, as it delves into the truths, half truths, and lies when accusations arise in the workplace.

Conflict between the

sexes has always intrigued Williamson and it is at the heart of this play which was written in the early nineties.

The play is set in the offices of LifeChoice Options, an office gym, and in the homes of two of the seven characters.

With a quality cast, director, and production team, this MMuDS show will entertain and challenge you about issues of sexual harassment and anti-discrimination in a world of changing social values.

Opening night is Friday, July 19, then Saturday 20th, both at 8pm, Sunday 21st matinee at 2pm, Thursday

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Experience the fun of Cross Country Ski Touring with our internationally qualiďŹ ed European instructors every Sunday.

INCLUDES: Cross Country Ski instruction.

Guided Mountain Tour.

Warming Gluhwein in Bistro at Day’s End. WHO CAN JOIN? Singles, Couples, Adult Groups (Minimum Age 15).

COST: Individual Session $40.

Three Session Booking $90 ($30 per session).

Five Session Booking $125 ($25 per session).

BOOKINGS: Craig Jones 5777 6441 or 0418 773 541.

25th, Friday 26th and Saturday 27th all 8pm at the PAC. Bookings can be made on line at www. mmuds.org.au or in person at Wallaby Ritz, in High Street, Mansfield, with ticket prices $20 or $15 for students.

Patrons attending the

he moment you walk through the doors of the historic Mansfield Regional Produce Store, you’ll know you’ve discovered a gem.

High, timber-lined ceilings, shelves loaded with local produce, eclectic art for sale, a wine room showcasing the regions’ best – all that before you even taste the great food.

Ask a local and they’ll tell you ‘The Produce Store’ is the place with the buzz for breakfast, lunch and the best coffee around.

The menu is loaded with the best breakfasts, big soups, fresh baked baguettes, tasty vego meals and some wicked cakes as well.

Our great blackboard menu and cosy atmosphere make dinner at The Produce Store a favourite with locals and visitors.

The fire’s on, so come and enjoy a warm welcome from your hosts, Dean & Gillian Belle and the team, it’ll be a highlight of your visit to Mansfield.

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play are advised it contains sexual references, coarse language, and adult themes.

This play by iconic Australian playwright David Williamson, takes to the Mansfield Performing Arts Centre ( PAC ) w i t h o p e n i n g night on July 19.

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MANSFIELD Mt Buller Regional Tourism Association (MMBRTA) has partnered with Tourism North East and neighboring destinations to launch 18 new, integrated websites.

And, the existing www.mansfield-mtbuller.com.au site is also getting a facelift - for more information, and to attend a session at the Alburg Resort on July 31 and early August phone 5775 7000.

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A hint of Europe

Improving mountain websites

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Mt Buller property news...

SNOW BUNNIES: Ski winners were the Tress Cox 2 team of (from left) Jamieson Bennett, Peter Flynn, Paul LaRosa and Ted Flynn.

WE DID IT!: Encouraged by fourth place on the snow were the Quick Sticks team of (from left) Steve McMahon, Lyndsey Jackman, Ant O’Dwyer and Andrew Markwick.

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CHAMPIONS: The 2013 Mark Adams Trophy winners were the BSL team of (from left) Darren Delacy, Ross Taylor and Laurie Blampied. Absent Roman Pacak.

Another successful ski/golf day

By PETER HUNT THE annual Mark Adams Ski and Golf Day was held last Friday.

Almost 100 competitors took to Mt Buller’s slopes in the morning and then the golf fairways in the afternoon.

The annual day raises

money for the Mansfield schools snowsports program, and this year raised some $21,000 from the event.

On behalf of the students, Mansfield Secondary College snowsports coordinator, Geoff Walker, thanked all the participants for pitching in.

“I especially want to thank Mark Adams for his continued sponsorship of the day,” he said.

“Never underestimate the impact of the day on the students of the area.

“We try to be inclusive, to support the kids who cannot afford snowsports and also those who are progress-

ing in their skills.”

Mark Adams thanked everyone for a great night and a great day.

Winners on the day were Overall winners: Team BSL - Darren Delacy, Laurie Blampied, Roman Pacak and Ross Taylor

Overall runners up: QuickSticks - Andrew Markwick, Ant O’Dwyer, Lyndsey Jackman and Steve McMahon Ski Winners: Tress Cox 2 - Jamieson Bennett, Peter Flynn, Paul LaRosa and Ted Flynn Ski Runners Up: Team BSL - Darren

Delacy, Laurie Blampied, Roman Pacak and Ross Taylor Golf Winners: Team BSL - Darren Delacy, Laurie Blampied, Roman Pacak and Ross Taylor Golf Runners Up: Ski Shute Four - Graham Coker, Nick Place, Anthony

Prunster and Brian Harvey.

Fastest individual down the mountain was David Speirs in 11.768 seconds.

At the other end, though they might be good on the green, on the white Tony Cooksey (1 minute 27.994 seconds) and Nicola Moult (1 minute 23.868seconds) were the slowest.

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AGE DOESN’T MATTER: One of the youngest competitors at the Mark Adams Ski and Golf Day was Oliver Shaw (above, left) who competed well to win a nearest the pin prize, presented by Chief of Race, Hansjoerg Niederkofler.

HE’S OFF: Martyn Toogood of Team Apira K2 starts his run down Mt Buller’s Bourke Street.

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- Neat and well designed studio - Private Entry - Quiet & Private - Everything you need

ENZIAN APT 13  $350,000 2 bed, 2 bath - Renovated 2 bedrooms sleeping 8-10 - Ability to lock off bedrooms and rent separately - Sold fully furnished, located within Hotel complex.

CHALET 610 & 714  $799,000 2 Bed + loft, 2 Bath, 1 car - Stunning conversion of two apartments - Convenient slope side location - On title car park - Sunny northerly views

ELKHORN 19 & 19A  $689,000 NEG

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Great price Renovated kitchen &RQYHQLHQW JURXQG ÀRRU Good rental history available - Sizeable ski lockers

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CARIBOUX APT 2  $575,000 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car

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Best on snow and not to be missed

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Immaculate 3 bedroom north facing apartment with underground car park Main bedroom with K/S bed & stone ensuite with separate bath & shower Two additional bedrooms serviced by main bathroom & powder room Attractive living, floor to ceiling windows, electric blinds, balcony, gas fireplace

❚ Developers own penthouse & includes 2 garage car spaces on title, private ski room ❚ Very spacious design, lift to penthouse entry - 240 sqm over 3 levels expansive views ❚ Sumptuous living and dining with open fireplace and magnificent outdoor spa ❚ Master bedroom, ensuite & adjacent lounge/study. Two further bedrooms & bathroom

Elkhorn Apartments:: Five properties from $350,000

Chalet Apartments 801::$395,000 painted and new carpets

Elkhorn is a modern building and all include garage parking & storage

10 metres to Bourke St with skiing in & skiing out

❚ Elkhorn 3 - Just listed - Large one bedroom in excellent condition $350,000 ❚ Elkhorn 1 - Three bedroom, 2 bathrooms, looks great, garage parking $6155,000 ❚ Elkhorn 5 & 11 - Two bedrooms, garage parking from $425,000 ❚ Elkhorn 19 & 19A - Two apartments, one title,2 car parks $689,000 THE LOT

The Christiana 5:: $395,000-price hard to beat

❚ Well presented 2 bedroom with family bathroom ❚ Queen bed in main bedroom and 2 bunks in kids room with views to Bourke St ❚ Living room with fold out divan for overnight visitors and galley kitchen ❚ Large balcony perfect for barbeques, drying cupboard and ski cage

Snowflake building:: Three apartments at good prices

Best 3 bedrooms buys around- price has been slashed ❚ Attractive modern building less than a minute to Bourke St “Ski-In Ski-Out” ❚ Ground floor with easy access & private entrance. 4WD unloading pass ❚ Terrific family apartment with 3 bedrooms and could even suit 2 families ❚ Main bedroom has ensuite plus a second bathroom for other bedrooms

Solid brick building renovated on the outside and a long lease ❚ Snowflake 11- great layout,3 bedrooms, very sunny & views $399,000 ❚ Snowflake 19- magnificent views, 3 bedrooms & renovated $395,000 ❚ Snowflake 13- large one bedroom able to sleep 6 $215,000 ❚ All units have car parking permits for application on an annual basis

Chalet Apartment 902:: $600,000 Fully renovated

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Summit Lodge 7:: $450,000 including furniture

- Leading The Way...

Find me another one and with a car-park!

❚ 2 bedroom apartment with large windows facing Bourke St on level 9 ❚ Very appealing living and dining area offering great views and good light ❚ Attractive kitchen with stone and timber finishes. Fully furnished ❚ Includes on title car park. Family bathroom plus second toilet

www.markadams.com.au

Chalet Apartment 705:: $850,000 furnished

Parents retreat & heated car parking right on Bourke St in best spot

❚ Chalet Apartment in AAA position features master bedroom with private

lounge, cedar sauna, round double spa with shower & separate toilet

❚ Two other bedrooms big enough to sleep all the kids plus bathroom ❚ Living and dining includes open fireplace offering good aspect to Bourke St

Suzi Meltzer :: 0418 871 397 Local Resident and Agent Representative

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Receivers Sale - Glory View Chalet 6 :: only $800,000

Completed and “Glory View” Chalet 6 fitted with display furniture ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚

Features 5 spacious bedrooms with 3 bathrooms plus a media room Living area has high ceilings and huge expanses of glass offering dream views Spacious kitchen with loads of cupboards, timber floors & hydronic heating Chalet 6 has an on title car park under a carport and heated driveway

Summit Lodge 3- Summit Rd :: $390,000

Rarely Available – Very Popular - 4WD drop off pass

❚ Ski in ski out position on top of Bourke St- two bedroom sleeping 6 easily ❚ Summit Lodge 3 has excellent natural light and will appeal to young families ❚ Features modern kitchen with quality appliances and good cabinetry ❚ Sunny, attractive timber lined living room & large balcony. Laundry & drying

Canyon Chalet 7 - Receiver Sale :: $950,000

The largest of the chalets is now available for sale

❚ Offering large expanses of glass on four sides with views & privacy ❚ Chalet 7 has 4 bedrooms all with en-suites and robes ❚ Master bedroom large enough for a king and views forever ❚ Impressive media room, enormous living, kitchen with 2 balconies

Peak 102, Chamois Close :: $375,000 priced to sell

Affordable apartment with garage parking ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚

The Peak 203 :: $725,000 $645,000 immaculately furnished

Modern Peak building opposite Chamois lift and only 2 minutes from village Basement car park- drive in from school to the flat and catch lift to door Two levels with upper level featuring living room, balcony, kitchen & powder room Downstairs 2 bedrooms, family bathroom, ski room, drying room and laundry

Arlberg Apartment 213 :: $375,000 furnished

Rent One - Rent Two- Or Stay In Both

Supersized One-Two Bedroom apartment with easy access to slope

❚ Modern ‘Peak’ separate entry apartments offering great flexibility ❚ Secure car park & storage in the basement with lift access to apartments ❚ Main apartment- large living, dining, kitchen, two bedrooms & bathrooms ❚ Second apartment has living, balcony, kitchen, main bedroom & bathroom

Modern 8 square apartment sleeping 6, plus option of car park at additional cost Fully fitted kitchen, living and dining opening to large balcony with great views Separate main bedroom and additional open plan bedroom. Spacious bathroom.

Arlberg advantage - low outgoings, strong rental history and management

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Whistler 5 :: $395,000 furnished – low outgoings

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Valley View 303, $498,000 ::Tastefully Furnished

- Leading The Way...

Opposite Ski School & on title heated Car Park

Affordable freestanding Mt Buller Snow Home

Attractive Whistler building with car parking on title

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The Christiana 1 & 3 :: Spacious units in great location

Both have car parking and will appeal to large/ multi families

❚ Apartment 3 has 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms and second living room plus interconnected studio with kitchen & bathroom. Studio has separate entry. ❚ Apartment 1 has 3 bedrooms with 3 en-suites. Attractive living and dining room with balcony and easy access to ski slopes from the ground floor entry.

Mark Adams :: 03 9646 4230 :: 0419 858 007 39/15 Beach Street, Port Melbourne

❚ 2 storey house in the front offering pleasant outlook amongst the gum trees ❚ Upstairs features 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms perfectly laid out to sleep 8 ❚ Downstairs has kitchen, living and dining plus glass enclosed sunroom ❚ Permit to drive to the door using 4WD then short drive to tip corner car park

Ridge Runner Telemark Crt Alpine Ridge :: $425,000

Successful holiday let summer & winter when not occupied by owners ❚ Two storey 4 bedroom/ 2 bathroom home with amazing views ❚ All new furniture & appliances, including linen- easily maintained ❚ Brand new air-conditioning & heating- Coonarra wood heater. New carpets ❚ New carpets, beds, blinds, fridge & laundry. Few minutes to Mt Buller entry

www.markadams.com.au

❚ Appealing & modern 2 bedroom apartment with sleeping for 6 ❚ On title outdoor car park on heated slab. Units features hydronic heating ❚ Family bathroom plus an additional powder room. Laundry and drying room ❚ Open plan living, dining and kitchen with sunny balcony Bourke St views

‘Kainui’ 221 Wairere Rd – Boorolite :: $1,875,000

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Interior cleverly redesigned by architect owner to maximise space 2 spacious bedrooms with two way central bathroom plus powder room Master with queen bed, wardrobe dressing table /desk and plasma TV Second bedroom has two sets of built-in bunks, wardrobe and TV for the kids

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One of the finest in the district!

❚ “Kainui” is just 15 minutes from Mansfield and close to Mt Buller ❚ The property hosts many exciting features & presents several options… ❚ Impressive 60 sq. rural residence set on 70 acres and uninterrupted views ❚ Includes 5 bedrooms, 3 ensuites, recreational rooms, cellar plus much more

Suzi Meltzer :: 0418 871 397 Local Resident and Agent Representative

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