This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 19 June 2020 by thisweek

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WINTER EDITION TWO

FRIDAY 19TH JUNE 2020

Let's Do It!

Local grommets having fun in this season's first snow! Pic – Chris Hocking Overlooking Drover's and Rocky Valley Dam on a great day in 2017. Pic – Chris Hocking Finn Laver taking to the man made snow on Towers in 2017. Pic – Chris Hocking

FROM THE CEO Season 2020 & The Four P’s

riting this introduction to Season 2020 is unlike any other I’ve written, or any other season the industry has had to face. No snow (1970), low snow (a few but less, thanks to snow making), wash outs, wind holds, lightning strikes, equipment failures, power outages, avalanches, landslides – these can and have all been dealt with… a global pandemic however… this is on another level. Season 2020 will be ‘special.’ Not in a Bruce McAvaney kind of special, but a different special! Six weeks ago, the probability of any Australian resort (the industry) hosting this season, seemed insurmountable. Do not get me wrong, we have all got challenges to overcome, obstacles to side step and peaks to conquer. The industry has rallied, unprecedented in its efforts to work through a complexity of issues to be in the position where we can begin welcoming guests to our mountains. Every season, safety is a priority; risks are factors we diligently endeavour to mitigate or eliminate. This year, the consideration set has exploded on an incomparable scale. However, our sights remain focused on providing experiences and memories which are built from being a part of our Falls Creek tribe. We have all been impacted by the requirements to be ‘socially responsible.’ Those requirements haven’t dissolved, and with the experiences of the last few months, I expect these will remain with us for some time to come. I love snow sport because of the freedom and exhilaration it provides. Resort skiing, off-piste and true backcountry touring are a passion.

To be able to do this – and enjoy our magnificent product this year requires a bit more discipline and a tad more thinking ahead and considering others. Enjoy! Pic – Chris Hocking

I’ve also committed to working on my kick and glide this year too. But how we all participate in these activities will require adjustments to what has been our normal.

“This year the season will be punctuated by the 4 P’s. • Planning (and Preparing) • Pre booking (everything) • Print outs (confirmation of resort entry pass, ATS etc) And the most important of all: • Patience.” The resorts have complex density quotients and spatial distancing requirements that we need to adhere to. From ski areas, to car parking, to over-snow transfers, restaurant bookings, retail and hiring outlets, ski lessons, emergency shelters, number of people in the village, etc etc. Everyone one of these make up a part of the resorts 4 square metre grid. The grid is about your safety. The limiting of numbers is to ensure your safety. There is no resort in the world that doesn’t want as many guests as possible to have that ‘majestical’ experience. But, this year, we need to do it differently.

The additional steps needed to record essential information, for everyone who enters the resort, dines at a restaurant, passes through an RFID gates... it’s all being done with safety, not inconvenience in mind. We have modelled and anticipated that the current restrictions will reduce over the course of the season. However, collectively, the industry has assured government that it will take unprecedented measures to deliver a season - safely, and, whatever that season looks like, the certainty is that this season will be special. We are all delighted to welcome you to our resort. Falls Creek is truly unique, and all our stakeholders have worked to preserve that this year. Season 2020 is truly a privilege, and with it comes a huge responsibility on all who can experience it. That responsibility is one the entire community of Falls Creek have embraced. It is one that endeavours to ensure the safety of our guests, our staff and that of our stakeholders and their businesses. Be safe out there…let the season begin! • Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management

Resort Entry must be purchased on-line and in advance of your arrival at the resort!

www.fallscreek.com.au Visitor Information Centre

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Resort Entry

Hours of Operation Mon – Thurs & Sat: 8am – 10pm Friday: 8am – 12 midnight Sunday: 8am – 10pm A Taxi Service is available in the Village during these hours. Ph: 03 5758 1203

The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located in the Resort Management Office, up stairs on the corner of Slalom Street and Bogong High Plains Road. Open 8am – 5pm daily for Visitor Information. Ph: 03 5758 1202. (Map Ref: E4) Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4km before reaching Falls Creek. If arriving after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same day, entry is free. Resort Entry Fees fund the essential services of: • Ski patrol • Car Parking • Snow Clearing • Water Supply • Waste Management • Visitor Information Services 2

Operating from the Terminal Building on the Bogong High Plains Road, the Accommodatin Transfer Service will move you, your family and your luggage comfortably to your lodge or apartment.

Rates Adult: One Way $25 Child: One Way $19 Family: 2 Adults, 2 children Season Pass: $210 Ten seat Taxi Service: $100 Kids under Five Free!

Return $41 Return $25 Return $120 Return $180

Luggage Allowance Two pieces of luggage, one pair of skis & boots or snowboard & boots and one piece of hand luggage per person. Excess Luggage: $9 per item. No Luggage allowance with children under 5. Extra luggage costs may apply! Ticket Sales – On Mountain & On Line From 25.06.20 until 07.09.20 all visitors will be required to use the Accommodation Transfer Service. Visitor vehicles will not be permitted into the village during this period. Falls Creek Resort Management General Enquiries: Ph: 03 5758 1200 PLAN YOUR TRIP Visit: https//www.fallscreek.com.au/plan-your-trip

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MY SAY The Problems We Face

he Bright and Surrounds Website (which represents this area) makes the following announcement in relation to the problems we are facing with the COVID-19 pandemic. The site says: We are so grateful for the opportunity to welcome visitors back to Bright & Surrounds. When you visit, please remember; • be kind, as things are not the same as what they were. • be patient, while we all adjust.

clear air and water, we are surrounded by good friends – and now with a bit of luck, we can enjoy a beer or a wine with these friends- and if we have a problem, those afore-mentioned friends are there ready to come to our aid. The bills – well they can wait.” Doesn’t that sound pretty reasonable – and while referring to ‘bills’ the best advice would be to pay the local suppliers first – to try and keep the local economy on an even keel.

From the visitors’ point of view there are lots of things to • be respectful to those around you. consider – and that we should The smiles say it all – if you have the opportunity to get up here, make the most of it as Sabrina, with Pete and Anne from Melbourne are consider also. It appears that Businesses are adapting to keep us all safe doing. Pic – Tim Spano demand for accommodation while trying to deliver the best service they has been extremely good – and could be can. It has been a tough year, bushfires attributed to the fact that NZ skiing is still followed by COVID-19, and we are all ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am closed (well at least the flights) and there doing our best. 6:15am. Service at Eagle Rock - including may be little chance of flying to Japan, ers of a Bagpipe recital.. All friends andwith visitors face it, successfully dealing our onnel Let’s Canada, the US or Europe for a ski in the welcome. For further information please problems – and not letting them overcome pect next eight or ten months – so a local holiday call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek. the scale us –com.au/Events. is a sign of intelligence and maturity. in the snow is probably a great idea – and H WE ARE OPEN H occurred.Venting your problems on Facebook does holidaying locally is what is being promoted Mount Beauty Service Thursday - Sunday from 5pm now exactly the opposite. and is something that supports local Anzac Day Services are as follows. The Vets and with the usual takeaway (including Early Service will take place “I’ve communities – some of which have suffered Middle One localMorning gentleman recently stated restaurant meals as takeaway), in Bi-Centennial Park, Lakeside Avenue d by after the down fires.Hollonds Street last year, led by Diggers marching lived here for forty years – and skied for preferably pre-ordered by phone. upported (beside the shire offices) beginning at 7am. Jim Crebbin on his WW1 Motor bike. Pic - Ken Bell. forty years.informal If I don’t get to have a ski this A small service with a speaker Also, as we make every effort to help We have a dine-in capacity of 16, from the localThere RSL. All welcome. The visitors address for thewelcome, day will bewe offered year – so what. are plenty of other feel ask by that you take ctator students from the Mount Beauty Secondary plus outside for about 8 people. The Anzac Day March will come down great outdoor things to do!” And isn’t that show in toSpeakers account four points listed at the willthe be school captains, truth! Street, starting from the assembly point College. atically. the Hollonds top Trnka of thisand article. WeVickers. love having Reservations essential! Connor At our you in Park Street, near the Police Station at 10:45am, Katerina s a very localhere service, wreaths will be to laidgreat by many – we are going lengths to but marchers should be assembled and ready to Recently, as we are gearing up for what ratitude Seating times are approx 5 - 6ish community representatives and members of – and we go atbe10:30am. will not make your stay a memorable one y and in could a very Whilst strangeHollonds winter,Street someone and 7 - 8ish with a 1.5 hour the public are invited to do so if they wish. be closed, traffic movement will be restricted as express remarked “Consider this! We are not under understand that you may have to get out of the marchers come down the street. Further details on the service from Mr Bob maximum dining time! ers.’ your comfort thatRSL the challenge? threat of immediate death. No-one out thereWilliams, President,zone. MountIsn’t Beauty The Commemorative Service will take place ortunities is setting Doing something different 231 Kiewa Valley Highway out to kill us. Weat are allThe getting a on 5754 1585, or 0427 784 499. with the kids at the Cenotaph, beginning 11am. ther with exploring the village on foot with lots of couple of warm meals every day, we have a Motion of Loyalty will be offered by Councillor Following the service, everyone is invited TAWONGA SOUTH 3698 a day that interesting points around the village. There Tony Keeble of the Alpine Shire. Mount Beauty Senior Citizens bed in which to rest ourPrayers wearywillheads, to the atefulness warm Ph: 03 5754 4114 led by Sister Eileen Reardonin of the the Catholic Lunch, refreshments are for justa BBQ so many options. Enjoyand • Ed expectedwe be have a couple of dollars bank, we Rooms Church and the Guest Speaker on the day will the traditional activities (read two-up), plus livebeinFlight a pristine environment crystal a couple of beers and a few old stories. • L Richard Cornell ALTCwith Bandiana.. • plan, as not everything is open.

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EXPAND YOUR EXPERIENCE Backing Up For An Uncertain Season

o, you’re thinking the ski season is going to be different this year and you might look at some touring skiing? There’s a back country or side country in the high country for almost everyone, so let’s look at your options. Firstly, we’ll start with safety and a big shout-out to ski patrollers who regulate the level of risk we’re exposed to in resorts. They won’t be in the backcountry. Safety gear is imperative when heading off into the mountains. You should always carry the right gear and check the weather before leaving. Weather in the mountains can be very unpredictable and come in very fast, leaving you easily disoriented and lost. Before you arm yourself with the latest back country toys, arm yourself with knowledge. There’s lots of info you can read but doing

a course or guided tour is really the way to get started. Don’t let the emergency services risk their lives trying to save you because you decided to go out of your depth. 1: Cross country/Classics Extremely light and focused on skiing in the flatlands. Classic skis have fish scale patterns on the base to prevent you slipping backwards. Skiing downhill on classics is a true skill. It’s a challenge that can make any experienced downhiller look like a total gumby. Good luck with that. This gear is great for covering some distance and getting into them thar hills. Classic cross-country boots have minimal ankle support compared to downhill ski boots and are super light. 2: Telemarking gear Tele touring gear shares the same tilt of features that happen between Alpine and Alpine Touring gear (see below). Lighter, good for up as well as down. With a few tricks to learn to make them easier to use (getting skins on and off, skinning, back step etc), tele skiing in the mountains can really free your mind – or so those with a free-heel say. 3: Alpine-touring (AT) gear A.K.A the fun stuff!!! An AT set-up will allow you to do proper downhill, aggressive turns and can easily be used inbounds with minimal performance reduction. However, they’re heaviest of all touring gear. You can use any downhill ski you like – most people opt for a slightly wider, softer and lighter ski – but it’s the bindings that are most different. Their key purpose is to allow your heel to lift-up when walking uphill whilst keeping your toes firmly attached.

The thrill of getting into the back country must be governed by the skill, ability and knowledge of the local area and terrain. Pic – Courtesy OrthoSki

To go uphill on these, you need to attach skins (durable, heavy duty long strips of nylon with what’s basically carpet on one side and reusable adhesive the other). AT boots look similar to downhill ski boots, but have a walk mode which allow for movement of the ankle and sometimes a removable hard plastic tongue to decrease weight and for further movement. They often have ‘grip walk’ – a rubber sole for a bit of grip and rocker for scrambling over boulders or creeks. A good fit for an AT boot is: more toe space, more upright stance, softer flex, and the liners are mostly made for light-weight not performance, so they don’t usually offer the same hold as resort liners. If you’re serious about trying this for the first time, find a guide to take you and ensure you have all the right gear. The last thing we want is for emergency services to be stretched this season searching for backcountry skiers. Loving skiing is one thing, walking uphill is another, but keeping safe is paramount. • Krista Sturday at OrthoSki

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DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA The State of Play

s restrictions ease and snowfalls continue, our DWA community anticipates the imminent opening of ski resorts. DWA’s operations will be limited in 2020 due to the Covid 19 pandemic. This update provides important information for members planning snowsports activities this winter. Some things will be different this season • On snow operations will commence on Monday, 20 July. • No equipment or clothing will be available for use, rental or loan. • No volunteer Guides will be available unless they are your trained family members. • DWA Resort Co-ordinator staff will guide under strict Covid Safe Workplans. • Bookings open 3rd July and must be made 14 days prior to visit. • Services will be offered three days a week, in three-hour sessions. Specific days will be advised shortly. • A facilitation fee will be applied for each three-hour session which will be advised soon. • Members must arrange village transfers and transport requirements.

Lift Tickets & Lessons • 50% concession on the regular full day lift pass price to Individual DWA Members (ie with a medically certified disability) on presentation of a valid DWA member card. • Associate DWA members do not receive a concession unless they are an approved carer/companion with that noted on their member card or in their DWA Passport. • DWA members receive a concession on selected private lessons conducted at all ASAA Snowsports Schools. • DWA members should check the specific concession available at each resort.

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Be Covid Safe! • Please check pre-arrival requirements with respective resort before booking or travelling. • You must pre-book your tickets online with resorts, and provide personal and vehicle details. • You must not visit Resorts if you, or any member of your family have any COVID-19 symptoms. • Underlying medical conditions must be advised at time of booking with DWA. We strongly recommend you consult with your Doctor or medical specialist prior to booking. • DWA recommends you download the COVIDSafe App

Need a place to stay? • DWA Camps programs at Finskos (Jindabyne NSW) and Howman’s Gap (Falls Creek VIC) remain suspended and will be reviewed with facility operators, following government advice. • Finskos remains closed - however you may register your interest in self-contained accessible accommodation at Jindabyne Sport and Recreation or on 13 13 02. • The universal access building at Howman’s Gap (Falls Creek VIC) is available for a maximum of 20 people from Monday 22 June. Self-catering is required. Please contact Howman’s Gap directly at howmansgap@ymca.org.au or on 03 5758 3680 (or 5758 3228)

The thrill and the joy our DWA members get from their trip to the snow is beyond comprehension. Let’s hope we can get some programs up and running in the near future. Pic – Courtesy DWA

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More Information from DWA • Phone 1300 265 730 • Email membership@disabledwintersport. com.au As the situation continues to evolve, DWA will continue to provide timely communications. Thank you for your continued support and patience. We look forward to seeing you on the snow very soon! • Rick Coate, CEO Disabled Wintersport Australia

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ne of the best things about living in a small community is the ‘above and beyond’ approach to customer service many of our wonderful businesses provide for both their regular customers and visitors to our region. When it comes to going above and beyond for their customers, Roly and Julie Kukainis from Mount Beauty Taxi and Transfers know how to do it well. In late 2018, we were almost left without a taxi service when the business was up for sale without any takers until Roly and Julie put their hands up and - despite an extremely tough start to 2020 - now provide some of our most vulnerable community members with a service that is so much more than getting from A to B. “I think it’s more of a personal care service in many ways because the sector of the population that travels with us is mainly senior - people who don’t have transport, are bound to their homes either by illness or mobility issues, and don’t have family around to assist them to travel from one place to the other,” Roly says. “That assistance can amount to many things, like chopping wood, carrying their groceries in, fixing their mobile phones, or there could be a spider on the wall at night that they want me to come and get. There are so many things that go into it - taxi driving is almost incidental to the role.”

The spider story is true by the way. Roly came to the rescue one night around 11pm when a regular passenger called him in distress. “She said ‘Roly, I’ve got a spider on my wall, and you said I could call you about anything.” I said “don’t worry, I’ll come and get it.” Roly says when he first started driving the taxi for the previous business owner, he didn’t expect the service to be so personalised, but it wasn’t long before he started to regard many of their passengers as close friends and some event family. In fact, a large part of the reason he and Julie decided to take over the business was because he didn’t want his adopted ‘nanas’ and ‘grandpas’ to think he’d abandoned them. “You become involved in people’s lives, and you start to regard them as your family because they often confide in you when they don’t have anyone else to talk to. I feel it’s an important role; it’s almost a pastoral role in some respects. You need to know your customers, and to put a lot of heart and soul into it to make it work,” Roly says. There are also plenty of amusing stories that come with the job, like the night Roly picked up a group of workers residing in Bogong Village who had come down the hill for a ‘few’ cold ones at the local pubs and needed a lift home. A little too intoxicated to remember where they lived upon arrival, and not dressed to withstand the cold night, Roly ordered them to empty their pockets and promptly tried their keys in a number of doors before he found a couple that worked and sent them on their merry way into their warm beds. A Safer Option: Single-Use, Disposable Menus

Mount Beauty Taxi and Transfers owner/operators Julie and Roly Kukainis. They also do transfers for bush-walkers in summer. Pic – Simone Dowel

Julie is also known to ensure any visitors she drives to Falls Creek are appropriately dressed for the snow before they arrive, whether it’s putting a few more layers on the kids, or stopping by a ski hire for proper boots and gloves. And speaking of winter, much like the majority of local businesses, Roly said they’re looking forward to winter and the transfers they book to the snow from Albury and sometimes even Melbourne. “The business from the tourists is what subsidises the caregiving we provide to the community,” Roly says. “I’m not resentful for providing that care to anyone we look after - we love providing the service here.”

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COMMUNITY FACILITIES Airport Funding Welcome

LPINE Shire Council has welcomed a commitment from the Australian Government to help fund vital upgrades to the Mount Beauty Airport. Council has secured a $1.55 million Regional Airports Program Grant to lengthen and widen the runway and upgrade lighting, drainage and the helicopter apron. Alpine Shire Council Mayor Peter Roper said Council is advocating for the Victorian Government to contribute one third of the $3.11 million total project cost. “This project will effectively future-proof access for emergency services, improving the safety of surrounding communities,” he said. “Upgrades will support the essential firefighting efforts and allow for 24/7 access for Air Ambulance Victoria fixed-wing aircraft. “The upgrade will include moving the runway approximately 400m further to the north west, away from Mount Beauty, which is designed to reduce aircraft noise over the town and enhance safety.” Cr Roper said Council is grateful to the Australian Government for recognising the importance of these upgrades to the community. “We look forward to the Victorian Government also throwing their support behind this essential project,” he said. “This is a fantastic opportunity for a partnership approach involving all three levels of government to deliver a critical emergency services infrastructure to significantly increase the resilience of the region.”

When we need the facilities of an improved airport, we are really going to need them – and that little bit of noise is far outweighed by the fact that we need to deal with fires – seriously. Pic – Ken Bell

An upgraded runway will improve access for Forest Fire Management and other firefighting services, providing greater flexibility for fire management services to manage local and regional fires. The next steps will be to engage with directly-impacted airport stakeholders and the broader community. • And already we are hearing rumblings about the potential noise from this supposed ‘increased traffic.’ The first thing we must do is not let a lack of knowledge impact on what will be a major improvement to facilities in this community. Angel Flights, Air Ambulance and Fire Fighting will be the

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LOCAL HISTORY Racing - Stimulates!

uch was the title of an article in the May 1950 edition of SKI-HORIZON magazine, the official journal of the Federation of Victorian Ski Clubs (F.O.V.S.C) which was formed in 1947. The journal included a regular item by members “Why I Ski” and Skippy St Elmo, pioneering skier at Falls Creek wrote about her passion for racing. Then 33 years old, Skippy had first skied only five years earlier when, newly married, she and her husband Toni spent the winter living in Wallace’s Hut. After the winter working as an assistant to the S.E.C hydrological surveyor Toni was offered a new post doing similar work measuring snow depths and water flows for the S.E.C’s Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. In 1946 the couple became the first full time residents of Falls Creek. Skippy’s introduction to racing came that year when Toni entered her in the first club championships held by the Bogong Ski Club at Rocky Valley. “Up to that stage,” Skippy wrote, “my skiing was confined to the practice slopes and it seemed like I had joined the ranks of ‘no hopers’ - getting nowhere fast.” With five minutes’ notice that she was competing in the open slalom Skippy’s ‘legs went to jelly.’ “I do not even remember going through the flags - perhaps I didn’t - still at the end of the nightmare run I was happy to learn that the third

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MOTORING TIPS Drive to the Conditions

The means slow enough to avoid an mishaps – like losing your steering because your front wheels lock up when you put the brakes on – and you slide in to a ditch (at best!). Get rid of ALL of the snow from your car – it’s dangerous! Carry chains (for your drive wheels), gloves (for your hands), mat (to keel on), torch (to see), and knowledge (to know how and when to fit and remove chains).

fastest time was mine. I knew from then on my goal was to be a racing skier but did not realise how hard and long the road was to be and still is.” Skippy trained with the men from Bogong Ski Club and in 1949 won both the Downhill and Combined State Championship held at Mt Buller. In her memoirs she recalls that “I could now understand why Toni had insisted I train hard. Racing had Skippy St. Elmo with instructor Milan Kovacic on the Summit with Lorna Clarke on the rope tow. In the background is the Bogong Ski Club. been fun, as well as an Pic – Courtesy Falls Creek Museum unforgettable experience. I had felt strong and managing the rough The use of the ‘Long thong’ (a 7 foot 2.13m and ice patches in the downhill was no length of leather) securely held the boot trouble to me. After my second run in the to the ski, with absolutely no movement. slalom I felt so fresh and fit I was ready to I remember when I raced at Hotham and do it all again.” The following year she was Buller I was conscious of the whispered selected in the Victorian team to compete in jokes about my crazy leather bindings.” New Zealand. In 1951 the first rope tow was established Summer training involved long hikes on in the Falls Creek bowl, but now coached the Bogong High Plains accompanying by Hungarian born Milan Kovacic, Skippy Toni on his rounds of the water races at was training further afield on the slopes of weekends training with the team from Mt McKay and Ruined Castle. With the Bogong Ski Club “…jogging over the plains long climb up two runs was usually the and climbing steep slopes and river hopping maximum they achieved. The ski run down along the upper Kiewa. If the weather was from the Ropers lookout was also a regular bad we would practice the art of tying our training slope. A highlight in Skippy’s feet into skis with the ‘Long Thong.” Back racing career came in 1953 when Albury in those early days safety bindings were Ski Club held an Open Championship. unheard of. The binding of the day, as far as Competing against the men in giant slalom Toni was concerned, was unsuitable for his and down-hill Skippy won the event. She technique of skiing. wrote “it had never for a moment occurred to me it was any big deal racing against the men. Both Toni and Milan had always insisted I ski with the men whenever it was possible. John Wagner and Frank Prihoda, both Czech Olympic skiers, were both very Purchasing a bus ticket is one of the options that will grant you access into the resort for the 2020 season. friendly and helpful. John Wagner offered Services will resume for the 2020 winter season on me advice which I gladly accepted ....and Friday 26th June – Refer to our website for further I did manage to win. Later, John told me, details and timetables. www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au in his experience skiing, even in Europe he But remember, the same convenient service applies! had never known a woman to win an Open Leave the worries of pre-purchasing Resort Entry, Ski Championship.” Skippy was then 36 Hiring and fitting Chains, coping with Anti-Freeze and years old. • Icy slippery roads behind you.

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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2020 Edition TWO

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK IMAJ Apartment 2

wo bedroom, one bathroom with a large balcony.

This property has everything you would need to enjoy a comfortable stay at Falls Creek. Located off the Falls Creek Road this apartment is in a good ski in and ski out location from the village bowl. The apartment is single level and features on entry a good sized ski room, separate laundry and drying cupboards. The open plan living & dining area is light and bright, and opens out onto a private balcony which is nicely nestled in the snow gums. The two bedrooms can accommodate six people, with a queen bed in the master bedroom and two bunks the second bedroom which is very spacious. The fully renovated bathroom is modern and presents very well. The location of the Imaj Apartments on Falls Creek Road is close to a skier’s paradise. It is within spitting distance of several local quality dining establishments, a couple of ski hire and retail outlets and offers easy access to the Summit and Eagle Chairlifts. During the summer months, (described as everything not winter), the location can be easily accessed by car with adequate parking out front or nearby. While the enjoyment of Falls Creek as a winter resort is undoubted, it is the growing suite of summer activities that adds untold value to a purchase in the village. Over the last decade, much work has gone into developing and securing summer trade. The resort now boasts in excess of 40km of mountain bike trails – with some being accessed from the Village Bowl. Add to these the many kilometres of aqueducts and management vehicle tracks and your

exploring, whether on foot, on a horse or on your bike is endless. The Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing is an iconic Australian walk of international standard being promoted by Parks Victoria. The afore-mentioned suite of summer activities includes the Alpine Challenge, the Mile High Dragon Boats, the Bicycle Network Peaks Challenge Falls Creek, the Easter Festival, Trails, Tales and Tucker Guided Walks as well as regular mountain bike shuttles. (See Fallscreek.com.au/events for a complete list). The Imaj complex has a new head lease to 2058, the approximate body corporate outgoings are $9,228 PA for 2020. This apartment has no management agreement and can be used privately. At $370,000 this apartment is definitely worth and inspection. Please contact Christa at Zirky Real Estate for further details or to arrange an inspection. Mb: 0402 277 808. • A wood lined living area has all of that warmth that timber brings to this well laid-out apartment. Pics – Courtesy the Agent

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WHERE Bottom of Gully Chairlift. WHEN Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref J6) HOW

Ph: 03 5758 3238 all day. 24 hours for Emergencies.

WHO

General Practitioners experienced in Family and Snow Sports Medicine.

WHAT

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Tawonga Crescent. 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays. Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Matthew McAlpine & Jonathon Holt. Fully accredited General Practice with 41 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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Tips for keeping your older dog active and in good health. At about age seven you may notice your dog slowing down. An older dog will benefit from the following tips to keep him in tip top health. 1. Follow a good diet regime with as many natural meats and cooked vegs as possible. 2. Teaching new tricks by luring into position with treats. Lure a stretch. A sit. A stand from a laying down position. Anything you can think of while being mindful of painful joints and any health issues. 3. Let them sniff a lot on short walks. This wears them out mentally ensuring enrichment. Don’t rush them. 4. Give them treat dispensing toys. Again this wears them out and provides lots of great stimulation. 5. Swimming in warm weather is a great way to exercise whilst supporting ageing joints. 6. Vary their routine. Take them to different places. Let them experience new smells and places. 7. Ensure adequate bedding with good support in a warm space or crate. Most importantly, love your old dog! •

If you're trying to get yourself moving but aren't sure where to start, just start with small steps and go for a short walk! It might be around the block, taking in the beautiful autumn colours that we are currently lucky to witness each day. Or, it might be to a favourite location of yours, to take some time out for yourself, or let your furry friend burn some energy by enjoying the walk with you! Exercise doesn't have to be complicated or take a long time - what's most important is that you move your body in some way, get your heart rate up, and keep your muscles active, while also feeling some enjoyment, or seeing the positives in why you're doing it. With so many options available to us, we are spoilt for choice! Walk, run, ride, dance, yoga, strength training at home, online fitness classes, zoom training sessions with your friends... The opportunities are endless, and YOU get to decide what makes YOU feel good! Find what you enjoy doing that gets you moving. If you are struggling to come up with strength, conditioning and/or stretching ideas, head over to our Mountain Gym Fitness & Massage Facebook page for workout videos that offer exercise suggestions and demonstrations, where Lee and Emily go through a number of exercises sure to get your heart rate up and your body moving! •

• Isn’t it strange that every time a new season rolls around you feel like you have no clothes to wear? Well, never fear, because you can save the environment and your wallet by shopping second-hand. Now is a great time to buy second hand, as people have time to clean out their cupboards and rearrange. When Op shops reopen, great buys will be found. Also, check out Facebook marketplace, Ebay or Gumtree for great second-hand buys. • As the days get shorter and darker, our need to use indoor lighting increases. Think about switching to LED light bulbs, as they are a more energy efficient lighting source than other types of lighting. There is even a Victorian Government upgrade program, where rebates and discounts are available to households and businesses with incandescent lamps, halogen lamps & CFL. Checkout the Victorian Government website for more info. •

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Chains are required to be carried in all vehicles going to Falls Creek for the duration of the snow season,

TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS 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. Orbea Avant M20D Disc road bike: Carbon frame, size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue: $1,950. Nelo Viper 51 Kayak: $1,500. K1 ERGO paddling machine: $600. Athlegen Massage table: (as new) $200. Taskmaster electric cement mixer. Price negotiable. Ph: 0408 466 790.

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.

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. 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. ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE Frueauf Village (below Milch Café) Grnd Flor, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St. Falls Creek. Ph: 03 57583766. Em: fallscreeek@altitudephysiotherapy.com.au Wb: www.altitudephysiotherapy.com.au 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 CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES Oztek Property Maintenance. Let us look after your home. We do bathrooms, decks, pergolas, and all handyman needs. Call Dave: 0466 990 862.

CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.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. SPORTS MASSAGE Book online. impactmassage.com.au 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.

WHATS ON

FALL LINES

FUTURE EVENTS

Much Appreciated Donation

Something to look forward to!

JUN 20th Charlie Brown Mountainside Photographic Exhibition. Opening is this Saturday the 20th June from 4-7pm and the exhibition runs for three weeks. Location is at Turkshead Gallery, 317 Wodonga place, Albury. It’s the building on the left at the start of Noriuel Park just over the bridge heading into Albury. The Social Distancing arrangements will be in place and there will be a couple of Whipps’s fire pits to keep people warm whilst they have a beer or wine and listen to some live music.

The Mount Beauty & District Men’s Shed were surprised on Wednesday 3rd June when Upper Kiewa Valley Lions Club donated a cheque for $5000. The money was a donation from Lions District V6 to assist community recovery and mental health in fire affected areas. Mount Beauty Men’s Shed President Dick Puttyfoot said the Shed has so far missed out on its main fundraising income this year. Usually the members of the Men’s Shed man the gates at the Dederang/Mount Beauty Football and Netball Club’s home games and take a share of the proceeds. But local football and netball clubs have

Dick Puttyfoot, President of Mount Beauty & District Men’s Shed, kindly receiving the donation of $5000 from the President of Upper Kiewa Valley Lions Club, Rodney Hyde. Pic – Courtesy the Men’s Shed

so far not commenced matches because of COVID-19 restrictions. So this donation from the UKV Lions was most welcome.

LOCAL RADIO

Men’s Sheds assist men’s mental health by providing social and work activities and, while the sheds have been closed up until now during COVID-19 restrictions, they are beginning to open up again for their members as restrictions are being eased.

Alpine Radio 96.5 FM In the Kiewa Valley

Alpine Radio 92.9 FM In the Ovens Valley

Alpine Radio 94.5 FM

In the Harrietville area

JUN 22nd The official announcement from the Premier’s Department that the Snow Season in Victoria can ‘officially’ start.

Many of the members of Men’s Sheds are in a high-risk age group to catch the coronavirus, so the rules of 1.5 metre distancing, washing hands and sanitising work benches will be strictly applied as the sheds get back to work. •

Emergency Services Broadcaster

Mount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local news, snow reports and developing programs.

Ph: 5754 4554 Email: info@alpineradio.com.au Website: www.alpineradio.com.au

JUN 24th At this stage, this is the day the lifts will start to operate at Falls Creek. Further details in this paper’s next edition – to hit the streets on the 19th. JUN 26th Start Victorian, Queensland and NT School Holidays.

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