This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 6 March 2020 by thisweek

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AUTUMN EDITION TEN

FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2020

Thanks for coming!

The 7am start of a long and grinding ride – only 234.5km to go. Pic – Ken Bell. The place to be next Friday 13th – Longest Lunch at Falls Creek. Pic – Courtesy FCRM. A wonderful sense of achievement to visit the Summit Cairn on Victoria's highest, Mount Bogong. Pic – Courtesy UKV Lions.

OUR CONQUESTATHON This will be the 42nd running of the event Celebrating 42 Years! ENDURO 2017 GRAVITY NATIONAL SERIES and all participants must register prior to

tanding next to the Summit Cairn Round One - Falls Creek on the top of Victoria’s highest gives

hethe National Gravity Series you feeling that ‘youEnduro are the tallest acts as the qualifying series for person in the state’ and it feels good. Butthe Series. See mention getting Enduro there is aWorld little different. in the article with Ben McIlroy. This annual event, held on the Labour Day Mountain Bike Australia in conjunction with Weekend, yearManagement Sunday 8th March, is Falls Creekthis Resort are pleased atowell supervised activity for people of all present Round One of the 2017 Gravity ages withNational a healthy levelThe of fitness. Enduro Series. series isYoung Australia children be accompanied byatanStromlo adult. wide withmust Round Two being held Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at This is a 20km walk/run to the top of Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to Mount Bogong, Victoria's highest peak. Rockhampton in July and the final round will Theheld Starting Gate, at Island, the Mountain Creek be on Woodford on the Clarence Picnic Grounds, Mountain Creek Road, River in northern NSW in August. Tawonga is open from 6:45am to 8:30am, The popularity of mountain biking continues andgrow. on the daythe entries be taken from to From greatwill efforts of some Mount 6am. Participants will receive a medallion Beauty locals in the 90’s - to hosting the at the finish in of Feb the event, fruit andwhere water Nationals 2000 -and to the point are have included fee. Atinthe we someinofthe theentry best tracks thetime country writing 75 entries hadand been on -ofboth in Mount Beauty in received Falls Creek. The the success means we can line, growth and theand interest expressed means that continue to host fabulous events. to take around 250 people are expected part.

starting. Location: Start/Finish is at the Round One of the GE National Series Mountain Creek this Picnic Area. beginning will be staged weekend,

practice sessions 11am Friday. Towith get there: From Mountfrom Beauty: Take Damms north toofthe DuringRoad the course theintersection weekend, several with Mountain Creek Road (5km), turn riders of the trails will be closed to general right and follow the bitumen the picnic although Blue Dirt will havetoshuttles running area on (14km). Friday from 11am to 6pm and again on Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Cost is $50 per Entry Fee: Adults - $25. Juniors (under 16 day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt. years) - $10. FamilyOn - $60. This event is a will com.au to book. Sunday the trails fund raiser for the UKV Lions Club. No time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s be closed to the general public, but will Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech. progressively open asThere the different sections Safety & Checkpoints: are manned of the event are completed. Valley IPoint t is a fabulous feeling toPan makeSpur. it to the topofofthe checkpoints around the course Pretty as follows: on the Frying Thevery aim Roadarea willstart; also have andSpur; be subject to Victoria, then enjoy a spot of lunch, and then headthe Picnic start closures of Staircase game is to ride each section no faster than down-hill home andand a spa. – Iristhan Curran delays should anyone be travelling Bivouac Hut (cut-off time 11am); theback from fastest timetoallowed, noPic slower the set the horse yardstime or Pretty Valley Summit (cut-off 1pm); top ofPondage. Eskdale slowest time. Then they do the competitive Equipment to take: Day pack, two litres of bit, NowCamp this Gravity Enduro is a different Spur, Creek Gap and finish at the sort before riding to the start ofbasic the next competitive at least, food supplies, personal of mountain bike racing to what we know water picnic area. bit without beating or exceeding the times mobile phone, camera and watch. as Downhill or Cross Country. The Gravity 1st Aid, permitted. At the time of going to print, the recommended that all participants have Clothing take: Normal walking Enduroto is wear both.&The athletes will start with It isfinal course had not been set, but they look like adequate ambulance insurance cover. gear, but it could be cold on top so take a a warm up ride from Slalom Plaza, out the taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then water proof jacket, long pants and warm Bogong High Plains Road, up the Pretty Theheading organising body is thecompleting Upper Kiewa to Flowtown, that before polar fleece typeand top,then hat,across sunglasses, Valley Road to the Trig Valley LionstoClub Inc with and support heading Thunderbolt then from to Generator sunscreen, well worn-in boots or shoes Vortex before finishing inLake Slalom Plaza. the and Murray Valley Bushwalkers, Hume (track shoes are fine) and quality socks. SoundRadio like a Group pretty easy Amateur andday!! Parks Victoria. The weekend’s program of goes like this. Entry Forms: Available fromsort Tawonga Saturday: 9am toand 16:00 compulsory South Newsagency Postis Office, or practice. 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info email ukvlionsclub@gmail.com. Contact Or phone 03 5758 1200 for further For Groups, Clubs etcinformation. Tent open. 17:00 17:30 is rider briefing. information: 0408 652to471. From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last For further information: Payment: may send a cheque your Hoot You Restaurant and Bar in with Slalom Plaza. Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au entry form, or make an electronic funds Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider Briefing and Timing payment to Bendigo Bank, BSB 633Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum Please try to allow 24hours notice. to 1430pm 108,activation. Account #8:30am 133080036, UKVTrails LionsOpen for GE competition.1500 to 1630 Presentations. For furtherTrails, information: Activities Account. Please ensure you put Tales & Tucker Guided Walks www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au If you’resuch intoasbiking and would like to enjoy a reference “Conquest” and your First Sunday of each month – plus other popular days. info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au some so good action, be atwho Fallsand Creek surname we can identify whatthis Refer to: www.trailstalesandtucker.com.au Facebook/fallscreekmuseum weekend. Further detail from 03 5758 1200. • the payment is for. •

Open bythe Appointment Open when flags are out! FALLS CREEK MUSEUM Phone: 03 5758 1200

www.fallscreek.com.au FALLS CREEK Open For Business FALLS CREEK - Open For Business www.fallscreek.com.au Accommodation Accommodation Alpha AlphaLodge Lodge

Open for Summer. Self-cater accommodation. Open 365 days a year. Self cater accommodation $56 $66 p/p/n twn/dbl. bunkroom. room.Parallel ParallelStreet. Street. p/p p/n twin/dbl. $42$48 p/pp/p/n p/n bunk Ph: 03 5758 3488. Ph: 5758 3488 or visit: www.alphaskilodge.com.au

Cedarwood Apartments Altitude Apartments

QT Hotel Falls Creek Dining & Bar

Apartment style luxury rooms, Pool & Jacuzzi, Sauna & Diana Food Steam Room. On-site restaurant and bar. Open all year Food- available tastes better at altitude. Packed lunches; round for group bookings and functions. Hampers. Catering & platters for your venue Ph:Picnic 03 5732 8000 Wb: www.qtfallscreek.com.au also available. Em: bookings@dianalodge.com

Snowski Apartments

Frying Panaccommodation Inn Self contained open all year round with

Open Wed to Sun for drinks and meals. In the Fully self-contained apartment accommodation with Spacious fully self-contained accommodation open allgreat on-site management. Located in the Village Bowl. Bowl. Ph: 03 5711 9105. Refer Advert this views. Schuss Ph:and 03 5758 3393. Ph:Village 5758 3356, or visit www.snowskiapartments.com.au year round. BikeStreet. storage free wi-fi. On site bar & edition.

Mountain biking, road cycling, hiking and all other

Falls Creek activities, visitFoodWorks the Visitor Information Centre (above the For all licensed supermarket & and info. Open Slalom Street Day Shelter) forlines maps newspapers. Located lower Falls West 9am - 5pm weekdays. Ph: 03level, 5758St1202. (near Post Office). Open Mon – Sat 10am – 5pm and 10am – 3pm Sun. Ph: 03 5758 3009.

Shopping

Falls Creek Foodworks

Child Caresupermarket lines - located in lower level, For all licensed

restaurant - Be Foodstore. Diana Alpine Lodge

Summit Ridge Lodge

Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation.

Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5758 3088. Viking Lodge Refer Advert this edition.

St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pmMon daily.– Ph: 03 5758 3009. Falls Creek Child Care is open Fri and is located in Slalom Plaza next to Stingray. The Centre is open to children aged 12 weeks to Falls Creek Child Care is open Mon - Fri and is located five years and is run qualified in Slalom Plaza nextby to fully Stingray. The educators, Centre is open eligible for government rebates. Ph: 03old 5758 to children aged 12 weeks to 5 years and is run by 1244 or visit: www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare. fully qualified educators and is eligible for government

Refer Advert this Dining & Edition. Bar

Visitor Information visit www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.

Ph: 03 5758 www.altitudefallscreek.com.au The place to 3811 base Wb: yourself for an alpine experience. Comfortable, friendly, meals available, licensed, spa, Attunga Lodge sauna. 6 Falls Creek Road. Ph: 0418 453 525.

Falls Creek Arlberg Country Club Fully licensed. Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.

Fully self-contained accommodation from $150/dbl/night. Cedarwood Ph: 03 5758 3391 orApartments visit: www.fallscreekcountryclub. Fully self 7contained accommodation Schuss com.au. Bogong apartment High Plains Road.

Street Creek Ph: 5758Central 3393. Reservations Falls

For all Accommodation Bookings.Club Ph: 1800 033 079. Falls Creek Country Wb: Fullywww.fallscreekreservations.com.au self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night.

Ph: 5758Ski 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au. Snow Apartments

Bogong High Plains Road. Self-contained accommodation open all year round with on-site management. Located in the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 Gebi’s Apartments 5758 3356 or visit: www.snowskiapartments.com.au. Fully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at 2

Shopping Outdoor Activities

the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 45 35 25.

Nelse Alpine Lodge

Open for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Break-

Last Café bed & breakfast accommodation. Open forHoot comfortable Open daily from 4pmStreet. for drinks and meals. Fully licensed. Schuss Ph: 03 5758 3800. Self-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites. Milch Café Bar On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop. Open for Summer – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Free Wi-Fi.Street. Ph. 03Ph: 5758 Schuss 033247. 5758 3407.

Stingray @ QT BE Foodstore

Open daily 8am – 2pm for Breakfast, Lunch, coffee, Open for dining and drinks fromPlaza. 9am 7 Ph: days03during snacks and drinks. Slalom 5732Easter, 8000.

then 5 days. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222. Referad to other pages in this publication for the Refer this edition.

full list of dining venues in the village for Peaks

Last Hoot Café Weekend.

Child Care

rebates.Booking is essential. Phone 03 5758 1244 or

Visitor Information

Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located above theResort Day Shelter, cnr of Slalom Street and Upstairs Management Office (above day shelter) Bogong High Plains Road. Open 9am 5pm weekends Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am –- 3pm Weekdays 10am – 3pm Weekends and and public and holidays. Public Holidays. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Ph: 03 575 1200.

Open daily from 4pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5758 3088. Refer ad this edition. Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Autumn 2020 Edition TEN

Stingray Restaurant @ QT

WELCOME TO PEAKS The Challenge of Falls Creek

he human determination to keep going is incredible. It’s meant we’ve survived even when in the early days our next meal or drink seemed too many miles away. Recently it’s that same inspirational determination that’s kept our friends in the Victorian High Country going. Devastated by bushfires, they’ve weathered the initial storm, rolled up their sleeves and ploughed ahead with putting things back together. You’ll no doubt draw on the same human determination as you take on Peaks Challenge Falls Creek. There’ll be moments when the Falls Creek village seems too far away, but if you just get up the next rise or make it to the next rest stop…

Craig Richards CEO, Bicycle Network the Peaks Challenge.

Stuart Smythe CEO, Falls Creek Resort Management

A TIME TO REMEMBER

to our years-long dedication to making ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am ANZAC There’s another quality Day that we’ll see in Falls Creek a beacon for cycle tourism in 6:15am. at Eagle - including “The Peaks”Service is known forRock being one of the heride: years generosity. flash by; the It’s numbers of abundance on the Victoria’s North East. Together with our a Bagpipe recital.. All friends and visitors greatest single day rides in the world, hence actual returned service personnel helping each other, particularly in times of partners across the region, we are working welcome. For further information please aptly as a or challenge. diminishes - and yet the respect calldescribed 03 5758 1202 visit www.fallscreek. need - thatincreases. makes us human. There’ll be hard to cement the North East as the Fortunately conflicts of the scale com.au/Events. countless examples of this out on the road premier cycling destination in Australia. The Victorian High Plains are like no of WW1 and WW11 have not re-occurred. Mount Beauty Service Peaks Challenge is a shining showcase of on SundayNew as riders let someone sit on their other. From the rolling hill-tops to the deep returned service personnel are now Anzacthe Day Services are asno follows. The 4000 coming from the of Vietnam Vets and valleys, this vision. We welcome you and hope wheel, provide a word of ranks encouragement ride presents less than Early Morning Service will take place thosePerhaps who havethe seenact service in the Middle meters you enjoy our unique Alpine village or share a gel. of generosity of climbing and a 13-hour deadline in Bi-Centennial Park, Lakeside Avenue East. Numbers are being maintained by Diggers marching down Hollonds Street last year, the led byresorts and community. Please enjoy that requires the most acknowledgment – it’s a personal challenge few have dared to (beside the shire offices) beginning at 7am. other service personnel and all are supported Jim Crebbin on his WW1 Motor bike. Pic - Ken Bell. renowned hospitality, any of the world class A smalllet informal with a speaker today is you still appreciative coming topublic. join us at consider, alone service conquer. by are the very from the local RSL. All welcome. The bars address the day willand be offered by &for restaurants the unrivalled village Falls CreekOver despite all the the years, thenegative numbers postof spectator students from the Mount Beauty Secondary At Falls Creek we love these mountains, but The Anzac Day March will come down atmosphere. Congratulations to all riders. • bushfire talk. You’vethat shown locals supporters havethe turned up to show Hollonds Street, point College. Speakers will be school captains, on any given daystarting they from will the testassembly you. What appreciation they’re nottheir alone and that has yougrown have dramatically. their Katerina Trnka and Connor Park Street, near thethrow Police Station at 10:45am, Stuart Smythe, CEOVickers. At our This, to me, says that there remains a very the in mountains don’t at you, the local service, wreaths will be laid by many backs. It’s this human spirit of togetherness but marchers should be assembled and ready to Falls Creek Resort Management strong - yet unspoken - feeling of gratitude weather will! Our mountains will exhaust community representatives and members of go at 10:30am. Whilst Hollonds Street will not that makesand sure everyone survives, respect amongnot theonly community and in the public are invited to do so if they wish. you, punish you and push you to the limits be closed, traffic movement will be restricted as but also thrives. our quiet way, we just turn up and express the marchers come down the street. Further details on the service from Mr Bob of your endurance. The reward though is, as our acknowledgement of our ‘diggers.’ Williams, President, Mount Beauty RSL Make the most of every part of the day! The Commemorative Service will take place you return to our village and the finish line ANZAC Day is the one of the few opportunities at the Cenotaph, beginning atyou 11am. Theachievedon 5754 1585, or 0427 784 499. in the year where people can come together with approaches, it is knowing have Craig Richards, CEO Motion of Loyalty will be offered by Councillor Following the service, everyone is invited a solemn and sincere purpose. It is a day thata feat that fewofothers have. Well done. Bicycle Network Tony Keeble the Alpine Shire. Prayers will to the Mount Beauty Senior Citizens

engenders pride and reinforces the gratefulness led by Sister Eileen Reardon of the Catholic carried by the bulk of the nation. It is expectedThebelong-standing ties between Peaks Church and the Guest Speaker on the day will willPeaks be no different. Welcomethat to this theyear 11th Challenge Challenge FallsCornell CreekALTC are testament be Flight and L Richard Bandiana..

Falls Creek Service On behalf Join of Victoria’s premier the Falls Creek locals atall thisseason unique location, Alpine Resort, is our welcome EagleitRock, forpleasure the DawntoService 2017. you to FallsShuttle Creekforfor this, the 11th year of ANZAC Dawn Service: 5:15am

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE

- 6:30am Meet at Slalom Day Car Park.

Melbourne hip café meets the alpine, Be Foodstore offers healthier eating options utilising the region’s abundance of quality seasonal produce. Specialty coffee, organic tea, super Pairing greatfresh mealssqueezed with smoothies, juices and healthy snacks complement our lunch & local Australian wines dinner offering. Fully licensed with regional craft beers on tap. Open Five days 9am - late. Experience the Closed fabulousTuesday views &&relax in the Wednesday. lounge whilst warm hospitality Openenjoying for Trade Fair 2nd & 3rd May. see us on facebook or phone 03 5758 3222 Located in The Village Bowl below Altitude Apartments. Map Ref: N2

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Open Daily for 3 Peaks weekend.

Lounge Daily from 4pm Meals from 6pm. 10 Arlberg Street

ph: 03 5758 3255 www.attungalodge.com.au

Rooms for a BBQ Lunch, refreshments and the traditional activities (read two-up), plus a couple of beers and a few old stories. •

· Grocery · Liquor · Produce · Meat

Now Open OPEN ALL PEAKS WEEKEND! Seven Days a Week from 4pm for Bar & Meals From 4pmevening) (Including Monday Dinner from 5:30pm

Then backrange to SixofDays a Week An exotic Pasta, Pizza, BarSalads from 4pm - Meals & main mealsfrom with5.30pm a (Closed Sundays) truly Italian touch!

Happy Hours Daily: Mondays: Pizza Menu Only! 5:30pm - 6:30pm Tues to Sat: A full range of Pasta, Saturdays: Pizza, Salads and Main meals with a $15 Pizza Beertouch! Specials!! truly&Italian For Menu and further Information visit: Happy Hours Daily: 4pm - 6pm www.snowlands.com.au/thelasthoot

For Menu and(start furtherofinformation visit: Slalom Plaza the bike trails)

www.snowlands.com/thelasthoot Ph: 03 5758 3088 Slalom Plaza (Start of the bike trails)

Ph: 03 5758 3088

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· Hot Food · ATM

· Phone recharge

At the base of the walking Falls Creek FoodWorks Bogong High-plains Road, St. Falls West and mountain biking trails!P: 03 5758 3009 F: 03 5758 3034 E: fallscreek@stores.foodworks.com.au OPEN seven days a week...

(At the bottom of the lunch, Falls Express Chairlift) 8am to 2pm .. for breakfast, coffee, snacks and drinks! Beauty Locals Tuesday -Mt from 5pm FoodWorks Kids Entertainment, Free Crescent, Meat Raffles, 4-16 Kiewa Mt Beauty Free Pool and comp! P: Darts 03 5754 1400 F: 03 5754 4829 • Apartment style luxury rooms E: mtbeauty@stores.foodworks.com.au • Pool & Jacuzzi • Sauna & Steam Room Available for Groups Bookings and Functions. Contact us for details!

Vic. Labour Day Weekend Hours

Mount Beauty: Monday 9th| 9am – 5pm Falls Creek: Friday 6th | 10am – 7pm Sat 7th & Sun 8th | 8am – 7pm Monday 9th | 10am – 2pm Refer above for Normal Trading Hours

PEAKS CHALLENGE Celebrating Eleven Years

ack in the mid 2000’s AGL decided to dig a 6.5kilometre long tunnel that would be five metres in diameter. By my Handymath. com calculator, that works out to 12762,716,912 cubic metres of rock – which was rated at about 200mpa (with average concrete rated at 20 to 30 mpa). This incredible amount of rock – which had not been designated for any purpose –would surely be enough to seal the 32km of the Bogong High Plains Road from Falls Creek to Shannonvale. And so the process started and as a result of that sealing – many activities have now been able to take place. One of the first and still the biggest event is what was then called the Bicycle Network Three Peaks that took place on Sunday 7th

March 2010. 1852 riders entered, with some electing to ride from Falls Creek to Dinner Plain and others electing to do the second half – Dinner Plain to Falls Creek. The weather on Saturday was great – but Sunday – Oh dear! It rained and it was cold – especially climbing Hotham – with many pulling out at Dinner Plain

The talent of our pro riders on display as they finish the 235km in a little over 7 hours. Pic – Ken Bell

Those that came on to Falls Creek had to contend with the hill at WTF corner (after riding around 200km) and then had to deal with the rock splinters that were sticking to tyres and causing flats –many, many flat tyres. But those that did make it had really achieved – and we mean ‘really achieved!’

There are many fantastic stories of the Peaks (as it is now known). Early in the piece, your Ed spoke to a Scottish guy, who explained: “My brother is in Canada and he said we had better go and do that ride in Australia.” So one flew from Canada, the other from Scotland. Over the years many locals have ridden the event. Names like Bernie McArdle, Andy Mero, Justin Hanlon and Larry Franklin are just a few that come to mind. Then later we have Brian Peacock from Rocky Valley Bikes and Meredith Iaria; Ron

BAZAAR and

feathertop

Restaurants Open for Peaks Weekend Bazaar

Open for Dinner: Friday, Saturday & Sunday Breakfast: Saturday, Sunday & Monday

Stingray

Open all day until late Saturday & Sunday for coffee, drinks & snacks

Normal Hours

8am – 2pm Seven Days a Week

PEAKS WEEKEND

Apartment style luxury rooms.

OPEN FOR SUMMER All day breakfast ~ brunch ~ lunch ~ dinner All day coffee & snacks Fresh juices, smoothies, cakes, vegan options available, child friendly Wednesday ~ Curry night Scrumptious take-away food Inviting Picnic Packs Lots of home-baked treats Check the website:

www.milchcafebar.com …for loads of goodies!

Ph: 03 5758 3407 Bookings Recommended 4 Schuss Street, Falls Creek 4

Pool & Jacuzzi, - Sauna & Steam Room Available for group bookings & functions. Contact us for details.

T 5732 8000 www.qtfallscreek.com.au FALLS CREEK 17 Bogong High Plains Rd Falls Creek

Bar open daily from 4pm Join us on Sunday for a relaxing outside BBQ for the afternoon and into the evening.

14 Parallel Street, Falls Creek Ph: 03 5758 3232

Sassy Road

SUMMER CLEARANCE

50% off HEAPS OF SUMMER GEAR!

LOTS OF EXCITING NEW WINTER STOCK HAS LANDED!!! 5 HOLLONDS ST, MOUNT BEAUTY OPEN THIS WEEKEND | SAT 9AM – 3PM (MARKET DAY) 03 5754 4525 SUN 10AM – 3PM | MON 10AM – 1PM Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Autumn 2020 Edition TEN

PEAKS CHALLENGE Gallagher; Mandy Bland; Atilla Kerestes; Shaun Power (having done if five or six times) Kevin Bradley and Iain Morrison.

NEW BOUTIQUE BREWERY NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS featuring...

Alpine Ale | Porter | English Special Bitter & American Pale Ale All brewed on the premises!

Larry mentioned that when he got to Omeo a couple of years back “he was cooked!” After a pie and a pint of milk, and a close look at the others who were going on “they look as bad as I feel – so if they can do it, so can I!”

...complemented with

A range of Dal Zotto wines & Alpine Cider

... plus

Tasty Snacks & Burgers

The fires this year put the cat among the pigeons and while some events in January The rain had a severe impact on riders in 2010 - but with only 2km to were cancelled, our Peaks go, we’ve made it!!! Pic – Ken Bell Challenge is going ahead – thanks to the dedicated efforts One thing we can do is welcome everyone of the team at Bicycle Network, great work who has made the effort and make sure by our local shires and Parks Vic and the they understand that we appreciate their host of volunteers who will assist prior to support and the effort they have made to and during the event. get here. Numbers will be down a little on the cap of Let’s all have a wonderful weekend and 2000 riders, but that is to be expected with enjoy the challenge!!! • the insecurity created by the fires.

Open Peaks Challenge Weekend

Regular Hours: Friday, Saturday & Sunday - 11am to 8pm

211 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga Sth

Ph: 03 5754 4443

Em: mick@crankhandlebrewery.com.au Wb: www.crankhandlebrewery.com.au

OPEN FOR PEAKS

Dinner Friday 6th, Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th

Fine, enjoyable dining in a relaxed & comfortable atmosphere! Bookings Recommended.

Ph 5758 3800. Schuss Street, Falls Creek

SUMMER SALE

% OFF WINTER EQUIPMENT

UP TO 60

ALSO AVAILABLE

GO PRO - MTN BIKE GEAR - SWIMWEAR SOUVENIRS - CLIF ENERGY - OAKLEY SUMMER CLOTHING - BIKE ACCESSORIES

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FALLS CREEK

OPEN

LABOUR DAY WEEKEND 7-9 MARCH 10AM - 4PM

Friday: Open for Dinner from 5pm Saturday & Sunday: Open for lunch from 12 noon, dinner from 5pm. Bookings: 5758 3673 or book on line!

LOCATION 17 BOGONG HIGH PLAINS RD FALLS CREEK GROUND FLOOR QT EAST BUILDING VILLAGE MAP REF F5

OPENING SATURDAY 12TH NOVEMBER

Early Bird Family Season Pool Pass - $85 on sale until November 20th.

ALPINE CENTRENormal Season

POSITION VACANT

$120 for 60 mins | $85 for 30 mins

Head Chef/Catering Co-ordinator | Full-time 38hrs p/week, year round YMCA Howman’s Gap is a group accommodation and outdoor recreation facility located 4.5km north of Falls Creek, Victoria. Predominantly our cliental consists of school camps and a range of diverse community groups.

To be consider for this role you will have:

The Head Chef/Catering Co-ordinator’s position requires an organised and energetic person who can effectively manage our busy kitchen delivering a range of meals to our diverse client groups. In this hands-on, leadership role, the successful applicant will undertake duties required to ensure all catering functions are carried out efficiently.

For a full copy of position descriptions please go to the YMCA website www.victoria.ymca.org.au or email: howmansgap@ ymca.org.au.

• Qualifications in catering/cooking or related areas essential. • Experience in leading an effective and cohesive staff team. * On-site staff accommodation available for first nine months

To apply please forward your resume along with a cover letter to: howmansgap@ymca.org.au Applications close: Monday 23rd March 2020.

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Things to Do, See and Explore... Things to Do, See and Explore... Things to Do, See and Explore... Things to Do, See and Explore...

All activities are subject to availability *Pre-bookings recommended All activities are subject to availability *Pre-bookings recommended All activities are subject to availability *Pre-bookings recommended All activities are subject to availability *Pre-bookings recommended

MTB Park

Museum

Summer Cinema

Yoga Sessions

MTB Park 40km+ of brand new XC &MTB FlowPark trails are open and 40km+ of brand new XC ready to ride &MTB FlowPark trails are open and 40km+ of brand new XC Maps Visitor Information ready toatride & Flow trails are open and 40km+ of brand new XC Maps Visitor Information ready toatride & Flow trails are open and Maps Visitor Information ready toatride

Museum Experience the history of Falls Creek between Museum Experience the history of 11am-3pm Sat & Sun. Falls Creek between Museum Experience the history of donation 11am-3pmGold Sat coin & Sun. Falls Creek between Experience the history of donation 11am-3pmGold Sat coin & Sun. Falls Creek between donation 11am-3pmGold Sat coin & Sun.

Yoga Sessions Group yoga sessions held in the QT Function Room in Yoga Sessions Group yoga sessions held Slalom Plaza (bookings req) in the QT Function Room in Yoga Sessions Group yoga sessions held From $15 (bookings - 5pm Saturday Slalom Plaza req) in the QT Function Room in Group yoga sessions held From $15 (bookings - 5pm Saturday Slalom Plaza req) in the QT Function Room in From $15 (bookings - 5pm Saturday Slalom Plaza req)

Maps at Visitor Information

Gold coin donation

Summer Cinema After the rider breifing, the movie ‘There Abouts’ will be Summer Cinema After the rider breifing, the playing on a free outdoor movie ‘There Abouts’ will be Summer Cinema screening. After the rider breifing, the 5758 1202 playing on aInfo free(03) outdoor movie ‘There Abouts’ will be screening. After the rider breifing, the 5758 1202 playing on aInfo free(03) outdoor movie ‘There Abouts’ will be screening. 5758 1202 playing on aInfo free(03) outdoor screening.

From $15 - 5pm Saturday

Info (03) 5758 1202

Bike Hire

Junior Peaks Challenge

Massages at Astra

Tennis

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FALL LINES Mental As Everything

oming to Mount Beauty on March 21st, courtesy of Upper Kiewa Valley Regional Arts, this two-man cabaret show will take the audience on a funny, but often awkward, musical journey with hilarious on-stage buffoonery and songs pertaining to mental illness. It features some familiar songs but mostly originals by seasoned professional performers Damon and Adam who have both experienced living with multiple mental illnesses. Mental As Everything endeavours to break down the stigma attached to mental health with humour and some very personal moments when it comes to explaining these often-misunderstood disorders. “Enlightening and entertaining with a helping of charm on top” “A delight for the ears.” -Professional Theatre Review.

Rose Garden Community Café OPEN: Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm With full Menu, catering & take away now available! Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre 1 Tennis Court Ave, Mount Beauty

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Venue: Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre Auditorium. Date: Saturday March 21st, 8pm. Tickets available at Mount Beauty Hardware and Drapery, at the door, or on-line at Trybooking. com : $25 adult, $20 Members, $10 students. Bar opens at 7:15pm. Enquiries to: Rollo Kiek, Secretary, UKVRA. Ph: 03 5754 1750. •

Grand Final Win

George Clark holding the Pennant Win Trophy with the members of the Tawonga Mount Beauty Bowls Club. Well done team. Pic – Courtesy the Club

On Saturday 29th February, the Tawonga Mount Beauty Bowls Club played the Corryong Number 1 side in the Grand Final of the Ovens and Murray B4 section, at the Wodonga Bowls Club. Having been unsuccessful finalists for the previous three years, it was, at last, the turn of the Tawonga Mount Beauty Club and it emerged victorious by 72 - 61. The club has had many close tussles with Corryong over the years and this year’s Grand Final was no exception. However, despite the closeness

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the game, as always, was played in a great sporting spirit. Club Vice-President George Eldridge said that it was a very proud day for his small club and its perseverance had finally paid off. Even though the Pennant season has not finished the club will continue to hold sessions (weather permitting) every Thursday from 7pm – 9pm (reverting to 2pm – 4pm on the same day when daylight savings ends), Friday afternoons from 2pm – 4pm and at the same time on Sunday afternoons. The club has a number of sets of new bowls for anyone who might like to come and try the sport – all you require is flat soled shoes or bare feet. If anyone would like further information please contact Jill Woods on 0421 821 917 or George Eldridge on 0410 850 732. •

Brand New Kids MTB Clothing NOW IN STORE! The fabulous E-Bike Electric Assist – makes life easier! PLUS – Bikes for everyone…! …and Trailers for the Littlies! Accessories & Repairs Well-stocked with cycling accessories and a comprehensive workshop with experienced bike mechanics. Coffee – Smoothies – Cake – to be enjoyed on the lawn!

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Happy Hour 5-6pm Texas Hold ‘Em Poker! Starts 7:30pm Sharp Community Raffles from 5:30pm. Prizes donated by the Community! $20 Steak Night 28th March: ‘Smells Like a Song’ Comedy Dinner and Show Package Live music from 3pm 8th Mar: Paul Gibbs | 15th Mar: Kat Fish & The Harp 22nd Mar: Red Brick Radio | 29th Mar: Can’t Find My Keys

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FALL LINES Appreciating the High Country As Summer begins to roll into Autumn the annual Regional Longest Lunch at Falls Creek returns for discerning diners looking to sample an exquisite menu in the stunning surrounds of the High Country. Taking place next Friday 13th against the idyllic backdrop of Wallace’s Hut, this Italian inspired feast has been curated by legendary Falls Creek Caterer Barry Iddles. Featuring a four course menu matched with sumptuous wines from local winery Pizzini, the Mediterranean dishes are inspired by the food culture from the region and in particular the King Valley. With such delectable items on the menu including locally produced meats & olives, burrata with slow roasted tomatoes and lamb puttanesca, guests are sure not to go home hungry. The incredible wine selection also includes Pizzini’s refreshing Prosecco and tangy Pinot Grigio and is perfectly matched to the menu on offer. For those who prefer the grain to the grape a selection of Alpine crafted beers from Bright Brewery will be on hand. Local hospitality students and volunteers from Mount Beauty will be on hand to ensure the service is as perfect as the food and all tickets include a return coach transfer from Falls Creek Resort to Wallace’s Hut. Reservations are essential so to book your ticket now head to Fallscreek.com.au. And, to make a fabulous weekend of it, there are a great range of additional activities to add to your Regional Longest Lunch Experience. Some that then may take your fancy for Saturday could be the Trails, Tales and Tucker guided walk starting at Wallace’s Hut. This is about a 4km medium level walk, which winds its way along the aqueduct, past the Historical Rover Chalet and on to a fabulous picnic lunch at Cope Hut. For further details or to book, go to Eventbrite and plug in Trails, Tales and Tucker.

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Falls Creek Museum – The Falls Creek Historical Society is committed to ensure the collection, preservation and interpretation of the unique history of Falls Creek and the Bogong High Plains. Open 12noon – 4pm Saturday and Sunday of the Peaks weekend. Or bring you hiking boots and take to one of the many hiking trails or bring your bike and try some of the mountain bike trails. •

A Great Event A last minute surge in entries saw a stacked field for the annual inter-schools regional MTB races at Falls Creek last Friday. A bright and sunny day greeted racers as they made their way up the hill to the Rocky Valley foreshore for the multi-lap XCO challenge. With nearly 150 entrants this year (102 last year), the foreshore was a hive of activity as the students prepared for the varied course and individual schools readied their pit areas. With schools in attendance from across the region and beyond it was a long journey for many of the racers with one small contingent coming from Ivanhoe Grammar! The addition this year of Grades 3/4, multiple courses were prepared by Steve Tambo of the Falls Creek Ops team to suit all ages and abilities. A keen and experienced mountain biking teacher from Wodonga described the course “as one of the best she had seen” – which was a nice wrap for Tambo. Taking advantage of the fast flowing trails on the Lakeside area racing began at 9am following an hour of course practice. Falls Creek Event Supervisor Nick Buckley said “It’s fantastic to see so many young riders travel from all over the region to experience MTB racing and the trails at Falls Creek. The attitude and spirit of all the racers is a credit to their schools and we can’t wait to see them again next year for an even bigger

MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY WHERE 2D Tawonga Crescent. WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday. 10am – 12noon Saturdays. (for urgent medical issues only) HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments 24 hours for emergencies WHO Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine & Lachlan McKeeman WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 40 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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event.” As a marshal, it was encouraging to hear comments from the riders like “Can I pass please” to the rider in front. And another “Appreciate your marshalling for us” as he whistled past. The most junior group of riders were first to take to the track and were clearly excited to get the race underway! The final race of the day saw Grades 9-12 take to the course simultaneously and tackle the most challenging loop of the day. The big surprise of the day was Riley Corke from Wangaratta who had the fastest lap times of the event on the senior course despite being in Grades 9/10. Clearly one to watch out for in future. Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen, before, on the day, and in pack up. A great event. •

FALLS CREEK 2020 SEASONAL OPERATIONAL STAFF 4SITE Australia provides a range of services at Falls Creek Alpine Resort under contract to FCRM. 4SITE is looking for a range of experienced and enthusiastic staff to work in Falls Creek for the coming snow season. New faces are encouraged to apply. Staff with experience within the resort, with appropriate skills and a willingness to work in a range of positions are encouraged to apply. Manual Driver’s Licence essential and heavy vehicle and fork lift licence is preferred. POSITIONS AVAILABLE (casual a basis for the winter season)

• Guest Services and Car Parking Personal. • Snow Cat Operator (including guest transfers and shuttles, waste collection and freight delivery). • Cleaning Attendants

Forward résumé and cover letter to or request a job description from: myra@4sitefallscreek.com Closing date for all applications is 9am 24.03.2020.

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DEDERANG PICNIC RACES A Fun Day Out!

orse racing is something a little more than a past-time in Australia. It involves business, owners, jockeys, grounds staff, bookies, lots and lots of punters. Almost every town has a track and at least once a year, there is a race meeting. The big city meetings are popular (like the Cup), but some-what overwhelming. That’s why a country Picnic Race Day is so appealing. As a result of extreme temperatures experienced during summer in recent years, the meeting has been moved from its traditional first Saturday in January. Therefore, this year's Mount Beauty & District Community Bank Dederang Races will take place on Saturday March 14th. This undiscovered gem of Victoria’s alpine region with a thriving total population of 98, Dederang boasts a local pub affectionately known as ‘The Ranga’ as well as a general store (with great coffee), golf course and bowling green, football and cricket ground, tennis courts, primary

school and the all-important race track. For this one weekend in January the population swells to the thousands as many come from far and wide to join in the festivities of the biggest local event of the year. This year will be the 155 running of the Cup which is now supported by the Mount Beauty & District Community Bank branch of the Bendigo Bank. The day will feature a six race card, with the feature race being the Milestone Chemicals Dederang Cup. Congratulations to Milestone Chemicals – as this is their 29th year of sponsoring the Dederang Races. The day will also feature a hotly contested ‘Cheeky Bits Fashions on the Field’ competition, children’s entertainment by Kelly Sports, the famous Madman’s Mile and the Tugof-War championship. Locals and visitors can alls alsoCreek enjoy Resort food stalls and displays Management willofbe produce from the local region.

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in QT. in theareas: Boardroom above reductions and the presence of traffic controllers, etc.) in11:30am the following Lap Swimming: MonFoodworks - Fri around 6:15am - 10:30am Foodworks in QT. • Kiewa Valley Hwy (C531) - Mount Beauty General Admission: MonIf- Fri 1pm -7pm you have any specific agenda items, please • Great Alpine Road (B500) - Germantown to Omeo Weekends 1:30have - 6:30pm If http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. you any specific agenda items, please email • Omeo Hwy (C543) - Omeo to Normal ShannonvaleSeason email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. WeApril look forward toto:seeing you all there. • s, please remember 30th January - 26th Programs

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• Allow plenty of clearance when overtaking Seniors Hour cyclists. Tues/Thurs 10:30am Arthritis Warm Water Exercise Group Tues/Thurs 10:30am UKVRA presents… • Allow ample travel time as theAquaFit average cyclists will ride between 20-35 km/h. Tues/Thurs 6:30pm UKVRA presents… For further information, please contact Bicycle Sat Network 9am Season, Family & Concession Passes on (03) 8376 8888 or visit www.bicyclenetwork.com.au.

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n Sunday the 1st of March Mount Beauty Swimming Club held the 6th and final Southern Pennant meet for 2019/2020. A great day saw well over 200 people attend from Corryong, Myrtleford, Rutherglen, Beechworth and Tallangatta. As a club this year we have been lucky to have strong numbers with over 60 swimmers representing the club over the year, including 57 on Sunday alone. The highlight of the past week and a half culminating on Sunday, was a raffle organised by Mount Beauty Swim Club raising funds to pass on to Corryong Swim Club. Amazing support by local businesses as well as some bigger donations saw us with well over $2000 in prizes. While we are still finalising the total, it will be in excess of $3000. A huge thanks to Lee Docherty for her work making the raffle what it was and to everyone who donated and purchased tickets. Our club championships will be held over 2 nights on the 11th and 16th of March with a presentation night to follow on March 25th. Although our Southern Carnivals have concluded for the season, we still have swimmers competing in district and regional levels of school swimming as well as eight swimmers heading to Melbourne on the 21st of March for the 2020 All Junior Championships. We wish all of them well.

Donations for this fabulous raffle came from: Alpine Boutique Apartments; Australia Institute of Sport; Billson’s Cordial; Cloud 9; Effortless Swimming Services; Falls Creek Coach Service; Falls Creek Ski Lift Company; Frying Pan Inn; Funkita & Funky Trunks; Gather & Harvest; Honeybird Coffee; Huski Kitchen; Intersport Albury; Mount Beauty Bakery; Mount Beauty Hardware A happy bunch of talented swimmers proudly representing & Drapery; Mount Beauty Post Office/ the Mount Beauty Club. Pic – Courtesy the Club Alpine Outfitters; Sassy Road; Seasons Thank you very much everyone – and as Café; Tawonga South Butcher; Templar usual, it is our local businesses coming to Restaurant; The Park @ Mount Beauty and the fore – again! Ed. • Yogi’s Ski Hire Falls Creek.

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~ Renowned Dining & Wines ~ Hand-made Pasta ~ Slow-braised meats World's best Pork Chop ~ amongst other un-worldly delights by Roi! Hand-churned fruit ice-cream ~ to die for! Age 'Good Food Guide' since 1998 Lonely Planet Guide Bookings please ~ Gift Vouchers available

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TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Prominent location within the Falls Creek Alpine Village, with good access from Slalom Street. Suit retail outlet, restaurant or licensed premise. Square meterage of 98m2. Please contact Barry on Mb: 0418 578 500.

FOUND Wedding ring in the vicinity of Tawonga South Newsagent and Post Office. If someone has lost a ring give me a call on 0400 350 488 and provide a description of the ring.

FOR SALE One brand new pair of ASICS Tennis shoes, size 46 Euro (11.5 US). Worn once. Too tight for me. Retail Price: $159.95. Will sell for $120. Ph: 0400 350 488.

MISSING BANNERS Three display banners constructed by the Saturday Stitchers in 2004 (16 of them were made) for community events and used by many Kiewa Valley community groups since then. The poles and bags for them have been returned to Upper Kiewa Valley Regional Arts, who lend out these banners, but the actual sewn material banners for ‘Mount Beauty,’ ‘Heath’ and ‘Leaves’ are missing. Please contact Rollo Kiek on 03 5754 1750, or see Penny Goebel at the Neighbourhood Centre, if you can help recover them.

Men’s Bicycle Diamond Back ‘Outlook’ nearly new – with helmet (unused). $75.00 Ph: 03 5754 1215. RM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with added rubber protective sole. Almost brand new. Size 9 G. Retail $309.95 will sell for $250. Ph: 0400 350 488.

MISSING BOOK A copy of Dr Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis titled ‘The Interaction between the Environment, Land Use and Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985’ was left for this community in the care of Mr Bill Sutton. Bill was happy to lend the book and until now it was always returned – until this last 18 months. This is a valuable piece of the area’s history and we hope this notice may prompt someone’s memory. Please contact your Ed on 0400 350 488. TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS Email your adverts to us and you don’t pay until you sell the goods – or until your Advert achieves the desired results. Em: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

BUSINESS DIRECTORY ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs. BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125. BUILDING & ELECTRICAL Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879. CAKE MAKING & DECORATING Elene Wood at www.studioecakes.com.au in Tawonga – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: studioecakestawonga@bigpond.com CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au SPORTS MASSAGE Book online. impactmassage.com.au

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Altitude Electrical - no job too big or small. Domestic, commercial & industrial. Ph: Ben Svarc 0419 801 109. FREIGHT - ALB - MTB - FALLS CREEK Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty & Falls Creek Tues to Fri incl. Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320. HAIRDRESSER Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week & evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177. LD’S HOME PET CARE Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa: 0407 541 695. PAINTING SERVICES Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services, Ph: Laif 0437 023 921.

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PHYSIOTHERAPY Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy. 5A Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270. SOLAR-POWERED SKYLIGHTS A unique and locally developed product supplied and installed by a fully qualified electrician. Available for all other electrical work. Reg No 20917. Phone Mal: 0419 884 668. STORAGE Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units. Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.com TAXI & 4WD SERVICE Covers Falls Creek and Albury. The on-demand taxi hours are now 8am to 9pm Monday to Thursday. 8am to 1am Friday and Saturday. No taxi service on Sunday. Special Bookings may be made outside these hours by prior arrangement. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 131 008.

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MARCH Weekly Mount Beauty Park Run. 8am Saturdays. Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue. Ph: 03 5754 1118. 7th Mount Beauty Community Market. 9am – 1pm. Top end of Hollonds Street and Kiewa Crescent. You make it, you bake it, you grow it – you’re welcome! New stall holders welcome. Enquiries or to book a stall, phone Bev: 0419 289 672, or Em: bevbantick@gmail.com. 8th

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Mt Bogong Conquestathon – an organised walk up and down Bogong brought to you by the Upper Kiewa Valley Lions Club. From 6:30am at Mountain Creek Picnic Ground. Further details from: 0417 014 431. Peaks Challenge Falls Creek. 2000 cyclists challenge the 235km ride from Falls Creek, Mount Beauty, Hotham, Omeo, Shannonvale and back to Falls Creek. Some Road Closures will be in place. Refer Notices in future editions . Visit: bicyclenetwork.com.au. Regular Monthly Meeting of the Probus Club of Mount Beauty. 10am at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Regular Guest speakers and plenty of healthy activities. All Welcome. Enquiries to: Mb: 0419 514 399.

12th Regular Monthly Meeting the Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association, 7:30pm at the Auditorium, next to the Mount Beauty Visitor Information Centre. All Welcome. For more info, phone: Mb: 0428 226 922. 13th

Mount Beauty Men’s Shed Regular monthly meeting and BBQ Lunch. From 11:30am at the Shed in Tennis Court Avenue.

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Regional World’s Longest Lunch at Falls Creek. A beautiful lunch set in the wonderful surroundings of the Bogong High Plains. Further details at www.fallscreek.com.au.

13-15th Girls Got Skills – Women’s MTB Skills Workshop Weekend. Qualified guide and instructor, Andrew Geekie of Bright MTB provides a supportive workshop over the weekend. Includes: personalised set up & safety check. Two – three hours instruction each morning. Guided rides in the afternoons. Your host, Lisa at Diana Alpine Lodge, local and regular rider, makes sure you have an enjoyable and relaxing weekend. From comfortable rooms; to the hearty breakfast, tasty treats delivered out on the ride, the delicious local produce served at dinner; to relaxing on the balcony with post ride drinks or easing away the day in the spa; completes the relaxing and fun weekend. Ph: 03 5758 3214.

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The famous Dederang Picnic Races. A fabulous day on the country racing calendar. Gates open 11am. Further details at: https://country.racing.com/ calendar/2019-03-16/dederang-cup. Trails, Tales and Tucker. A fascinating three kilometre walk along the Wallace’s Heritage Trail while listening to the stories of the characters, the myths and legends and how they have shaped the Bogong High Plains. The walk concludes with a delectable lunch of tastes of the North East Victoria and stunning views across the High Plains. Visit: www.trailstales andtucker.com.au for further detail and to book.

20-22nd Mountain Yoga and Walk Retreat at Diana Lodge with Emily Rose. Two days of grounding yoga, bushwalking and meditation with delicious seasonal earthy food. Em: bookings@dianalodge; or Ph: 03 5758 3214. 21st Regular Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824. 28-29th

Victorian Downhill Series Round Five hits Big Hill. Volunteers needed for this the final round of this great series. Go to: www.tmb. org.au for further details.

APRIL 4th Mount Beauty Community Market. 9am – 1pm. Top end of Hollonds Street and Kiewa Crescent. You make it, you bake it, you grow it – you’re welcome! New stall holders welcome. Enquiries or to book a stall, phone Bev: 0419 289 672, or Em: bevbantick@gmail.com. 10-12th Falls Creek Easter Festival. Loads of activities for all including the Easter egg hunt, the eggs-traordinary egg toss, free kids club activities, cinema, yoga, summit chairlift rides, scenic helicopter rides, MTB shuttles and much more. There will also be a local community market throughout the day. Ph: 03 5758 1200 25th

ANZAC Day Services. Falls Creek 5:30am at Eagle Rock on the Pretty Valley Road. Mount Beauty 7am Dawn Service at Bi-Centennial Park. Lakeside Avenue. 10:45am March down Hollonds Street followed by the Service and wreath laying at the Cenotaph.

28-29th Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. For all members of the hospitality industry. This year’s Trade Fair will be held at QT Hotel, Falls Creek. 9:30am to 5:30pm Tuesday 28th and 9:30am – 4pm Wednesday 29th April. This Trade Fair is not open to the general public. Further details from: Mb 0400 350 488.

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