This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 10 July 2020 by thisweek

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FRIDAY 10TH JULY 2020

Deep Breath – and Smile!

You have to get up early to appreciate this – but it is worth it. Pic – Chris Hocking Bottom (Left & Right): All smiles with the families able to get out and enjoy the snow. Pic – Tim @ Top Shots Bottom (Centre): Another great Chris Hocking shot of the snow-making guns doing their best. Pic – Chris Hocking

COMFORTABLE SKIING Why Cave Men Never Skied

s we’ve evolved over the millennia, humans are asking their bodies to do far more than they ever have. Gymnastics, ballet, unicycle hockey, chess boxing and bobsleigh (where your bones don’t break ‘they shatter’) to name a few. It’s important to remember that skiing and ski boots, are not a natural environment for the foot. Nor is it a natural activity or position for your body to be in – humans did not evolve to go skiing and so we need that extra support. Hence the need for a honking, great, stiff, plastic boot to connect skier to the ski – something cave men didn’t have access to. Skiing recruits the extended use of different muscle groups that everyday life does not. This is why after lunch the muscles feel depleted, fatigued and another hot chocolate is far more appealing. Technique and fitness come into play in this, but boots also have a huge impact on stance on your skis and whether the correct muscles are activating.

MOUNT BEAUTY & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Chamber of Commerce AGM will be held on Wednesday 29th July at 7:30pm, with the venue yet to be determined. Due to social distancing requirements, only a limited number of people will be able to attend, however there will be an option to attend via video conferencing. If you are interested in attending, please email secretary@mtbeauty.com.au.

So often people confuse the role of the boot and the ski. The choice of boot for a skier or boarder is influenced far more by biomechanics and enthusiasm levels (your boot can’t tell how good the technique is, but it can tell how much energy is being pushed into it) than the type of skiing. Ski choice is far more dependent on the snow conditions and where the skiing will be done. So, it’s a good idea to let someone who knows biomechanics fit a ski boot or introduce the perfect match, as it were.

You’ve gotta love it. The science of skiing and boot fitting has moved on! Pic – Courtesy Ortho Ski.

Orthotics in everyday or sports shoes are for the forces that go through the foot when you walk and run. Dial it up to doing 60km/hr or more on skis and those forces are exponentially increased and acting upon the foot in a vastly different way. This is not what the foot was designed to do! That foot needs some serious support.

AGM Falls Creek Historical Society AGM will be held in the QT Boardroom 2nd level QT West Wednesday 29th July 2020 | 5:15pm All members are encouraged to attend But numbers may be limited due to COVID-19 requirements Further Enquiries to: 0427 329 629

A ski podiatrist (what better way to describe the role?) is also the best person to see when there are some of the more serious niggles like a Moreton’s neuroma, plantar fasciitis, excessive pronation or circulation issues. The management of these in a ski boot is often more effective than in a regular shoe. Pain from boot or body issue can sometimes be difficult to determine from the initial assessment. A recent client wasn’t sure if their boot pain was caused by a previous leg injury and subsequent muscle issues, or if the boot was unsuitable to their body and biomechanics. A few quick functional muscle tests and it was clear it wasn’t the body, it was the boot. Fast, simple and effective. Move on. It’s also worth seeing a ski podiatrist if coming back from injury to ensure the ski or snowboard equipment is correctly aligned and not going to exacerbate any underlying issues. Or if there are issues that have never quite been figured out. Or just to get ski boots fitted right… • Krista Sturday, Ski Podiatrist at Ortho Ski.

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

www.fallscreek.com.au Visitor Information Centre

Accommodation Transfer Service

Resort Entry

Hours of Operation Mon – Thurs & Sat: 8am – 8pm Friday: 8am – 12 midnight Sunday: 8am – 8pm 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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ACCOMMODATION TRANSFER SERVICE Operational Facts for 2020

bviously the COVID-19 problems have forced some restrictions on the way our Accommodation Transport Service will be operating this winter. All of these changes, while they may appear to be inconvenient, they are all designed to give everyone the best possible experience under these given circumstances. Initial Points are: • Lodges picking up their own guests will do so from the car-park. Drivers and guests are not to enter the ATS building.

• A family group is defined by all people that arrive in a single vehicle (this group can be transported in a single vehicle -up to a maximum of 10 people depending on the vehicle). • Two couples of two can travel in a single Snow Cat. • Four Individuals can be transported in a Snow Cat at once. • Guests walking to facilities without using the 4SITE Service will not be able to enter the ATS Building. • Taxi services can be booked for family groups at any time during the Day (subject to availability).

• Chain Fitting Direction Bays will be operating on weekend snow days.

• We would like to encourage guests to pack like they are going into an airport with checked luggage (loose items make efficiency more challenging).

• Wheel Chain and Resort Entry Checking will be operating on the Bogong High Plains Road at the Mount Beauty Golf Course on a regular basis. • Changes to Shuttle Services. The Bogong High Plains Road Shuttle ANZAC Dayand the Village Shuttle will nothebe operating years flash by; for the season numbers of actual returned service personnel 2020.

A TIME TO REMEMBER

• In peak times guests may be asked to wait inANZAC their car until there is sufficient space Day Dawn Service: 5:45am in6:15am. the ATS building toRock enable them to Service at Eagle - including unload their car. All friends and visitors a Bagpipe recital..

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diminishes - and yet the respect Freight • Social Distancing will applyconflicts in all of the scale call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek. increases. Fortunately com.au/Events. ~ Open Five Nights a Week ~ vehicles of and buildings operated by 4Site WW1 and WW11 have not re-occurred.The ATS Freight Service will be delivering Mount Beauty Service Tuesday to Saturday inclusive your freight to your establishment door. AustraliaNew andreturned new hygiene practicesare will service personnel now From 4:30pm Anzac Day Services are as follows. The coming for fromallthe ranks using of Vietnam be introduced guests 4SiteVets and • We will endeavour towill send you a text Early Morning Service take place For the Best Range of Burgers vehicles.those who have seen service in the Middle message when your is en-route. in Bi-Centennial Park,freight Lakeside Avenue East. Numbers are being maintained by Dine In or Take Away Diggers marching down Hollonds Street last year, led by (beside the shire offices) beginning at 7am. • Late Arrivals Car Parking spots willarestill other service personnel and all supported• We are still using Carton Cloud as our Jim Crebbin on his WW1 Motor bike. Pic - Ken Bell. Plus our Take-Away Licence for A small informal service with a speaker by the very appreciative public. and be available below the ATS building tracking butAllwewelcome. will sign the Liquor – with Take-Away food! from the system local RSL. The address for the day will be offered by Over the years, the numbers of spectator above the Police Station/Fire Station/SES delivery offDay with a photo ofdown the goods. students from the Mount Beauty Secondary The Anzac March will come that have up to show Times Building.supporters These spots mustturned be vacated by College. Speakers willSeating be school captains, Hollonds Street, starting from the assembly their appreciation has grown dramatically. • Our staff will not be entering yourpoint venue. Katerina4:30pm: offering a 10% discount 10am and your vehicle should be parked Trnka and Connor Vickers. At our in Park Street, near the Police Station at 10:45am, This, to me, says that there remains a very across the menu – out by 5:45pm local service, wreaths will be laid by many in a designated spot. marchers should assembled andwill readybe to negotiated dropbeoff location strong - yet unspoken - feeling of gratitude • Abut 6pm – Bookings Essential community representatives and members of go at 10:30am. Whilst Hollonds Street will not in the coming weeks. and respect amongEntry the community • Car Parking and Resort Ranger and in arranged the public7:30pm are invitedfor to do so if they wish. dining more relaxed be closed, traffic movement will be restricted as quiet way, we just turn up and express Services our will be operating each day from • There will no down self pick-ups the marchersbe come the street. from the Further details on the service from Mr Bob our acknowledgement of our ‘diggers.’ Bookings Essential 10am. Please ensure that all guests have a Williams, President, Mount Beauty RSL terminal. Service will take place The Commemorative ANZAC Day is the one of the few opportunities freight on 5754 1585, or 0427 499. Ph: 037845758 3252 pre-purchased Resort Entrycan Pass and thatwith at the Cenotaph, beginning at 11am. The in the year where people come together • Gas bottles will will stillbeneed tobybeCouncillor collected Following the service, everyone is invited Motion of Loyalty offered it is displayed on the vehicle dashboard. a solemn and sincere purpose. It is a day that from the freight terminal. (With a 1 Sitzmark Street, Falls Creek Tony Keeble of the Alpine Shire. Prayers will to the Mount Beauty Senior Citizens engenders pride and reinforces the gratefulness The Visitor Information Centre staff at prearrangement and picked upCatholic from the Roomswww.someplaceelsefallscreek.com be led by Sister Eileen Reardon of the for a BBQ Lunch, refreshments and carried by the bulk of the nation. It is expected Resort Management will print passes at Church and the the traditional activities (read two-up), plus back door). • Guest Speaker on the day will that this yearduring will be no different. an additional cost their normal be Flight L Richard Cornell ALTC Bandiana.. a couple of beers and a few old stories. • Falls8am Creek Service office hours – 5pm daily. Join the Falls Creek locals at this unique location, Eagle Rock, for the Dawn Service 2017. Shuttle for ANZAC Dawn Service: 5:15am - 6:30am Meet at Slalom Day Car Park.

H WE ARE OPEN H Thursday - Sunday from 5pm Melbourne hip café meets the alpine, Be Foodstore offers (including healthier eating with the usual takeaway options utilising the region’s restaurant meals as takeaway), abundance of quality seasonal produce. Specialty coffee, organic tea, super preferably pre-ordered by phone. smoothies, fresh squeezed juices and healthy snacks complement our lunch &

dinner offering.of 16, We have a dine-in capacity Fully licensed with regional craft beers on8tap. plus outside for about people. Open Five days 9am - late.

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FORGET THE FUSS Take The Bus

alls Creek as a winter holiday destination has plenty going for it. Not only does it have heaps of wonderful skiing (and boarding) terrain, it has a fabulous integration of ski slopes, the unique ski in – ski out facility – from your accommodation to the slopes and back again, and what we term a range of progression perfect slopes. That means that from the beginners’ areas, it is not a challenge to find the next step up to a slightly more challenging slope to then go to an even more challenging slope. People find it easy to get around and enjoy their experience. And if you’re not sure, Snowsports School offer lessons – a part of which is to help you navigate back to you lodge after skiing.

OPEN FOR LUNCH DAILY from 12 noon Come and enjoy the best Lunch, the great views and the newly renovated lounge! COVID-19 Restrictions apply BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! www.fallscreekhotel.com.au Ph: 03 5758 3282 23 Falls Creek Rd, Falls Creek. Map Ref: M2

Falls Creek offers skiing and boarding opportunities that you can do for eight hours a day – keeping fit - breathing in crystal clean air – and when you do stop for a rest, you can enjoy some of the best scenery this country has to offer. The next question is: How do we get to enjoy this wonderful place.

(diesel fuel clags up in cold conditions), wheel chains (and how to fit them) and then getting your car parked in Falls Creek. And if you don’t have chains in your vehicle, there is every chance you will be turned around at the Resort Entry Ticket Box at Howman’s Gap and sent the 26km back to Mount Beauty to get chains.

Well Falls Creek is serviced by a very good alpine road. But like any alpine road it has its issues. And when you are travelling here for a well-earned holiday do you really want to tackle the issues that sometimes we are faced with on the road. Snow – lots of it – enough to block the road. Black Ice – you can’t see it and when you do feel it, it is usually too late! Falling trees, vermin deer – big ones, plus our local kangaroos and wombats. All of these issues can absolutely ruin a holiday.

You know, there is an easier way. And the secret is in the heading for this article. Forget the Fuss – Take the Bus. Fallon’s Falls Creek Coaches have been here for years. And before them we had the Pyle family – and these operators have untold years of experience in getting our visitors to and from the snow safely – in the comfort of a well-appointed warm, clean, dry coach – under the stewardship of a driver who has done the Hazardous Area Driver training – and who has been travelling up and down the road all season – and probably for the last umpteen years.

Even then, if you feel confident enough to drive up the road, you still have to deal with the issues of anti-freeze for the radiator, Alpine Mix diesel for all diesel vehicles

Under normal circumstances, (in a normal year) the service would pick up from Melbourne. But this is no ordinary year and as such, the coaches will not be picking up in Melbourne. A hire car for the family is the best option then park in the secure car park at the bus terminal and take the coach to Falls Creek. The Falls Creek Coach Service continues to offer regular services from Albury (airport and rail) and also a regular service up and down the hill – all designed to fit in with the rail and plane services that you are likely to take to get here. Another option could be to book a private transfer for yourself and your family in either of their luxury vehicles including the new 16 seat Mercedes that arrived recently. If you do decide to drive here for your holiday, the smart move would be to park your car in the secure carpark at the Falls Creek Coach Service depot in Tawonga South and take the bus from here. The Park and Ride Service offered by Falls Creek Coaches is a dream.

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FORGET THE FUSS During the busier part of the winter a coach leaves for Falls Creek about every two hours. You can simply unload your gear undercover at the bus depot, park your car in the secure carpark (with options for undercover storage) and then your holiday starts as you board the coach. Yes there are lots of reasons to take the bus to Falls Creek. Safety, comfort, ease, no fuss - and remember, you are on holidays. Enjoy every moment of the time. Go to: www. fallscreekcoachservice.com.au for bookings, prices and timetables. And, as added incentive to leave the car in the car park, the cost of not carrying wheel chains can be quite expensive as this notice from Victorian Police shows. Disobey information on a road access sign (Fail to Cary Snow Chains) Road Rule 97(1). Penalty: $161.00. Fail to Obey No Entry sign (Fail to fit snow chains when directed or sign posted) Road Rule 100. Penalty $322.00 & 3 Demerit points.

Comfort, security, safety and enjoyment are yours for the taking when you book your travel to Falls Creek on one of these fabulous coaches. Pic – Courtesy Falls Creek Coach Service

Alpine Resorts (Management) Regulations. Failing to Carry of Fit Chains. Penalty: $644.00. That little exercise of not carrying chains coud cost you as much as $1127.00. But, there is an easier way – as outlined above. •

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f there’s only two things you take away from this article, here they are: 1. It’s OK to not feel OK, and 2. It’s always OK to ask for help – in fact it’s smart! And let’s be honest, we’ve all had some pretty tough times this year and needed a little extra help. As far as years go, 2020 has been quite the let-down. It’s already been one of the most challenging years many of us have lived through, from bushfires to Coronavirus, and everything in between. Whether it’s financial stress, being overwhelmed with loneliness and feeling isolated, the grief of losing loved ones, feeling pressure of unexpected change, or things just not turning out the way you’d

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planned, it’s very easy to feel sad, angry, frustrated, devastated and disappointed.

who to ask, or simply not thinking their problems and feelings are valid.

Despite these struggles, however, many people aren’t willing to ask for help; whether it’s from embarrassment, stubbornness, not knowing where to go or

You would go and see a doctor for your physical health - so why would seeing a doctor about my mental health be any different?

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT I’ve had a really tough year; in fact, I’d say the toughest yet. While I don’t suffer from a mental illness, I went through a period earlier this year when I wasn’t coping too well emotionally, so I booked myself in to see a counsellor. It was wonderful to speak openly to someone I didn’t know, get a different perspective on things and learn some coping mechanisms for the way I was feeling. It’s not the first time I’ve seen a counsellor, and it probably won’t be the last - but I treat my mental health the same way I’d approach a niggle in my back; I like to talk to a professional about it when it first becomes a problem, rather than waiting until the day I wake up and realise it’s gotten so bad that I can’t get out of bed. Let me make one thing clear - you don’t have to have a mental illness in order to speak to someone about your mental health, and if you do have a mental illness, it is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. As well as speaking to your GP or seeing a counsellor, there are also some fantastic resources available online, starting with BeyondBlue’s Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service at coronavirus. beyondblue.org.au, where you’ll find details for both phone and online chat support services, and plenty of information, strategies and expert advice to support your social and emotional wellbeing, and support those around you or anyone you may be concerned about. For our younger community members aged 12 to 25 and their parents, you’ll find plenty of great resources and support

services at headspace.org.au. As well as phone and online chat support, you can build your own personalised mental health tool-kit, create an account for their digital services, and find blog posts on issues you might be able to relate to and learn from. The best thing about online resources is that they’re usually free, and a great place to start. If you’re not comfortable with speaking to someone in person just yet, or you’re still struggling to reach out and ask someone you know for help, all it takes is a few clicks on a website to find out what support services are available. It’s a starting point, which can take a lot of courage to get to in the first place.

Another way of looking at it is like this: If you have a tax problem, you go to see the smartest Tax Agent you can find. If you have an employment issue, you seek out the best employment lawyer you can get. If you get lost in the bush, the people looking ofr you will be the best S&R people around.

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And at the end of the day, remember - it’s ok to not feel ok, and it’s always ok to ask for help. In fact, asking for help is the smart way.

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Therefore, when you’re feeling down, if the support networks on line don’t quite cut it, talk to your doctor who will recommend the best person to talk to regarding how you’re feeling.

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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK Panorama at Frueauf Village

his fully renovated apartment would have to be one of the best three bedroom, three bathroom units in Falls Creek. Ski to and from the door with easy access, beautiful natural light and spacious rooms. What more could you ask for? Located at the managed complex of ‘Frueauf Village,’ this apartment has it all. On entry there is a large drying room/ laundry followed by two generous bedrooms both with private en-suites. These bedrooms are large and have beautiful private alpine views over the snow-gums. Upstairs features a comfortable open plan living area with two living zones, stone fire place and large glass windows taking in the alpine vista. The fully equipped kitchen has stone bench tops and quality appliances. Plus a balcony with a new hot tub! This living area also feature a generous bathroom. Upstairs on the third level is another bedroom.

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Located at the end of Ory’s Home Trail, this is true ski-in ski-out and it also has some of the easiest access to the Nordic Ski Trails of any property in Falls Creek. A shuttle bus stops just up the road and there is good parking over summer. There are excellent restaurants and cafes close by. As an all-year-round resort and holiday destination, Falls Creek has a lot to offer. World class mountain bike trails have been constructed in the resort adding up to a total of over 40km of trails. This has led to lots of fun for locals and adds amenity and attraction for visitors. We then have the fully sealed Bogong High Plains Road giving access to the fabulous high plains, the Mitta Valley on the other side – including the Blue Duck and Payne’s Hut. A comprehensive suite of events makes summer in Falls Creek a nice time to be here. The Dragon Boat festival; the Alpine Challenge; the Peaks Challenge Falls Creek, the World’s Longest Lunch and the Trails Tales and Tucker guided walks and lunch are highlights of the summer - as are the 12°C cooler temperatures on those stinking 40°C summer days in the city. Frueauf Village operates year round for bookings and enjoys the benefits of an onsite manager and has a long alpine head lease. At $695,000 this property deserves to be inspected at least. Contact Christa Smit (Zirknitzer) of Zirky Real Estateai159288891147_Zirkys on Mb: 0402 277 808, or visit: Real Estate.pdf www.zirkyrealestate.com.au. •

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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). A Motoring Tip brought to you by

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s part of the great work the team down at our local Alpine Radio are involved in, the following article will give you an idea of the great lengths they go to caring for all aspects of the community. Did you know that more than 18% of adult Australians experience difficulty reading, making it harder for them to access standard printed material? These people may require audio, braille, large print or electronic text in order to access information. There is a national Radio Reading Network dedicated to informing and empowering the estimated five million Australians with a print disability. Created in 1978, RPH Australia is the national peak body for the Radio Reading Network. Broadcasting to 70% of the Australian population, the Radio Reading Network provides access to people with a print disability by combining the depth of print media information with the immediacy and far-reaching spread of community radio across Australia. Local community radio station Alpine Radio, broadcasting on frequency 96.5FM in the Kiewa Valley, has been presenting RPH programs for several years, and has recently received a grant to assist the station to promote and continue to run these programs. Alpine Radio believes in the rights of all people to access printed material, enabling equal participation in cultural, political and social life.

Alpine Radio runs two RPH sessions, each approximately an hour long, at 2pm on Wednesday afternoons and 7pm on Thursday evenings each week. Station Manager Michael Ahearn told ‘This Week’ that the two sessions concentrate on newspaper and magazine articles with local, state and national news. These articles transform quick sound bites that listeners may have heard on the radio or on TV news broadcasts, into a more in-depth article that the listener with a print disability may not have been able to access. The RPH Network currently consists of 18 AM/FM radio services across Australia, as well as digital radio services in Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide. The RPH Network operates with the assistance of 1,500 dedicated volunteers around Australia. RPH Australia is also working to extend the national reach of Radio Reading services to empower Australians with a print disability living in regional, rural and remote areas. Alpine Radio is proud to have been involved in this regional reach for several years. Alpine Radio has several regular volunteer readers to provide this great service, but is always looking for more readers. If you would like to assist with reading, please call Station Manager Michael Ahearn on 03 5754 4554 during weekdays between 10am and 2pm to register your interest. And in the meantime, listen in to Alpine Radio’s RPH programs and enjoy the articles presented each week. •

WELCOME BACK TO WEST PEAK ~ Opening Hours for the current period ~ Wed to Fri: 3pm - 9pm | Sat & Sun: 12noon - 9pm Bar Open: 3pm - 6pm only Wed to Sun Seated service only - maximum 20 patrons Dinner: Wed - Sun ~ 6pm - 8pm Lunch: Sat & Sun ~ 12noon - 2pm Due to continued capacity restrictions, bookings are essential. Ph: 03 5754 4985 www.facebook.com/West Peak Hotel/(private message) or Email: manager@westpeakhotel.com.au

1 Lakeside Ave, Mount Beauty 03 5754 4985 www.westpeakhotel.com.au

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MEDICAL SERVICES

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

First fully accredited snowfields practice in Australia based on 35 years experience.

WHERE WHEN HOW WHO

WHAT

Mount Beauty ▼

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.

“You’ve only got one head – put a lid on it!” Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2020 Edition FIVE

LOCAL RADIO 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

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

Altitude Physiotherapy & Massage Frueauf Village (below Milch Cafe) BOOK ONLINE: altitudephysiotherapy.com.au OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK PHONE

5758 3766

WELCOME BACK TO WINTER!

We have lots to keep you warm!

Clothing, Boots, Work wear, Insulation, Heaters! If you need it, we have it – or we’ll get it! Gift vouchers and free gift wrapping available

Mount Beauty Hardware & Drapery Store Mon – Fri: 9am – 5:30pm Saturday: 9am – 4pm Sun & Public Hol.s: 9am – 2pm

12 – 14 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty

Ph: 03 5754 1999

Travelling to Falls Creek this winter? Purchasing a bus ticket is one of the options that will grant you access into the resort for the 2020 season. Services will resume for the 2020 winter season on Friday 26th June – Refer to our website for further details and timetables.

www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au But remember, the same convenient service applies! Leave the worries of pre-purchasing Resort Entry, Hiring and fitting Chains, coping with Anti-Freeze and Icy slippery roads behind you. Park your car in the Secure Car-Park in Tawonga South and enjoy the comfort of our modern warm coaches and experienced drivers for your holiday at Falls Creek. Check the Website for services from Melbourne, Albury and Mount Beauty Group bookings and private transfers are also available for the entire 2020 winter season.

233 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South

Phone: 03 5754 4024 ❄ Fuel ❄ Oil ❄ Antifreeze ❄ Chains ❄

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Mount Beauty · Ph: 0400 350 488

177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga

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For Payment, Placement of Adverts or Subscriptions, please forward to: Ph/Fax: 03 5754 1346 Office Address: Suite 2, 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty Postal Address: P.O. Box 325, Mount Beauty 3699. ABN: 22 171 749 807 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2020 Edition FIVE

OUR ENVIRONMENTAL PAGE Health & Fitness

Lifestyle Wellbeing

Brought to you by Emily and Lee at Mountain Gym Fitness & Massage

Brought to you by local massage therapist Heather Mull

To achieve your strength and fitness goals, there are a few ways to motivate yourself, and stay on track. 1. Have a clear vision of your goal and why you want to achieve it. This will keep you encouraged when you have days that aren't as energised or motivating. 2. Don't overcomplicate getting started - the main thing is you start in some way, and continue your commitment. Consistency is key in the long term! 3. Preparation promotes an easier ability to stay focused on fitness goals and achievements, whether it be planning and preparing nutritionally wholesome meals for the week to support your activity levels, body and recovery, or scheduling in your exercise or training sessions each day amongst other activities.

Feeling Overworked? Out of control and rundown from a cycle of days of working to pay bills, being super-mum/dad if you’re a parent, staying in touch with people, and keeping up with the million other things still to ‘Be Done?’

7. Adequate sleep, regular healthy meals, staying hydrated with water, laughing, and talking with a mate can all be helpful. 8. Focus on what is needed to bring your mind back to a state of ‘Calm.’ •

1. Daily, make a realistic list of things you would like to get done. 2. Prioritise – most to least important, can something wait until tomorrow? 3. Is there someone who can help with any of these? 4. Tackle the least appealing tasks first to get them ticked off. 5. Avoid using stalling tactics like time wasting on social media.

4. Celebrate all achievements along the way towards your goal - no matter how small. These will create a ripple effect towards your overall goal! 5. Enjoy the exercise you choose to do. Get your body moving daily to reap the amazing health benefits of exercise! •

6. 20+ minutes per day of exercise- vital for producing feel-good hormones.

FOR TAKE-AWAY Open 4pm - 9pm Six Days (closed Mondays) We have a full range of delicious take-away food! Seafood, Swiss Chicken, Baguettes, heaps of Burgers and a full range of Pizzas. Plus Coffee, Milk Shakes, Thick Shakes, Ice-Creams and Desserts.

Helen Mathew m 0419 399 737 Mount Beauty | www.mountaincreekarch.com

Ph: 03 5754 4422 223 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South

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. CANARY ISLANDS Did you know that there are no Canaries on the Canary Islands? And the same thing applies to the Virgin Islands. There are no Canaries there either!

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 Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs. ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE Frueauf Village(below Milch Café) Grnd Fl, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St, Falls Creek. Ph: 5758 3766. Em: fallscreek@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 cal Justin Mb: 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 Mb: 0466 990 862. CIVIL CELEBRANT Quality Ceremonies – All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Altitde Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109.

Valley & Falls Creek. Ph Dale at DC Electrical & Refrigeration: 0428 737 273. Elec Reg: REC24513. Ref Lic: L143014

FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK Remo’s Transport fromAlbury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Mon to Fri inclusive. Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320.

SAFETY SCAFFOLD Mount Beauty and Falls Creek area. Ph: 0418 578 500.

HAIRDRESSER Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week and evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177. LD’S HOME PET CARE Pet Care and 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. PHYSIOTHERAPY Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Therapy, 5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270. REFRIGERATION AIR-CON & ELECTRICAL Qualified Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning Mechanic & Electrician available to solve problems in the Upper Kiewa

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SECURE STORAGE From 2m x 2m through to 3m x 7m. Ph: 0418 578 500. SOLAR POWERED SKY-LIGHTS A unique and locally developed product supplied and installed by a fully-qualified electrician. Also available for all other electrical work. Reg No: 20917. Ph: Mal 0419 884 668. SPORTS MASSAGE Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au STORAGE Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units. Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com TAXI & 4WD SERVICE Covers Falls Creek & Albury. The On-Demand Taxi Hours are now 8am – 9pm Mon – Thurs; 8am - 1pm Fri & Sat. No Taxi Service Sunday. Special Bookings may be made outside of these hours by prior arrangement. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 131 008.

WHATS ON and 10km. This is the Ultimate Challenge run for the very best and attracts runners from all around the world. The 100 mile course takes runners from Falls creek, over Bogong, Hotham and also over Feathertop, then back over Mt McKay to finish in Falls. Further details from: https://www.runningwild. net.au/alpine-runs/alpine-challenge.html

FUTURE EVENTS Something to look forward to! SEP 5 It’s a Saturday – and it will be the celebration of the 60’s kids turning Sixty! Kerry, Westie, Erin, Lynnie, Debb, Melissa, Bondie, Lisa, Fi, Gayle & Jenny!!! At The Man. The weekend includes Friday drinks at the Pan; Gang ski on Saturday; Party Saturday night and Recovery Breakfast at Elk on Sunday. Keep in touch with Kerry on Em: kerryleedodd@hotmail.com.

Other fantastic events include the Mile High Dragon Boat Championships on Rocky Valley Dam over Australia Day weekend with around 30 Dragon Boat teams vying for the title. Then we have the 235km Peaks Challenge for road cyclists organised by Bicycle Network, starting at Falls Creek, down to Mount Beauty, over Tawonga Gap to Germantown, left down to Harrietville, up and over Hotham to Dinner Plain for a quick lunch stop. Then it’s down through Cobungra, over Kosciusko Lookout, through Omeo, up the Omeo Highway to Shannon Vale, then turn left and up over the Bogong High Plains to Falls Creek. Not a bad day’s ride. Further details at: https://www.bicyclenetwork.com.au/rides-and-events/ peaks-challenge/

NOV 20-22 Ignition Mountain Biking Festival – The party weekend that brings in the start of the official Mountain Biking Season at Falls Creek. Live bands – Demos – Skills Sessions – all there to kick off a great summer of MTB’ing. Further details from 03 5758 1200 or 0409 161 903.

The Regional Longest Lunch at Falls Creek on the Bogong High Plains in March is another favourite – part of the Melbourne Food and Wine festival. Further details at: www.fallscreek.com.au

DRIVING TIP

NOV 27-29 The Alpine Challenge by Running Wild. 100 mile, 100 Km, 60km, 25km, 17km

What’s the best way to slow down in the snow? Use gears instead of brakes to slow down and watch for icy patches on shady parts of the road, through cuttings, on bridges and on winding stretches where ice may have formed over a thin layer of snow. Drive smoothly, with no sudden stops and starts or sudden turns & take care!

Chair photos: 8:45 to 10:30am!

Shop is now located inside Cloud 9. Ph: 0407 855 265

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