This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 17 February 2023

Main: Just a little reminder of how beautiful our Bogong High Plains are – and the wildflowers around the historic Cope Hut (built 1929). Pic - Roslyn Ann Photography

Left: Our Conquestathon is back on March 4th – and you don’t get views like this from the top of Eskdale Spur unless you enter. Details on Page Four. Pic – Ken Bell

Right: Next Weekend, 4th & 5th March, Team Mount Beauty is hosting Round Two of the Vic Enduro Series and Rachel Hore is a serious contender. Pic – Matt Rousu

ALLAN J FINDLAY MEMORIAL BURSARY - 2023 Applications Now Open

Allan J Findlay, better known as Big Al, was an amazing person and gave freely and generously of his time and compassion to the local community. He was well known for the support he gave to many organisations and individuals, for connecting with folk of all ages and backgrounds, and for making a huge difference in the lives of so many.

Allan moved to Porepunkah initially and became involved in youth welfare via Bright P-12 College and the O & K Community Health, but his care of, and unselfish contribution to the wellbeing of others extended far beyond his job. He was a genuine friend to all who had the good fortune to have encountered him. He was a true local from 1999, until his un-timely death in 2019 at the age of 60.

In recognition of Al’s life and generous contributions to his community, his relentless efforts to support and mentor, and his unwavering dedication to assist anyone in need, the Allan J Findlay Memorial Bursary has been established by the Lions Club of Bright and the Rotary Club of Bright. The purpose of the Bursary is primarily to assist young people in continuing Al’s philosophy of selfless community contribution, and to assist them to fulfil their aspirations of giving back to their community - something Al would humbly approve of.

Who can apply?

The Bursary application process recognises personal achievement and is designed to help young people with financial assistance to pursue their goals.

It is open to students in Years 9 to 12 levels, residing in the Alpine Shire – this includes young people who school out of the area, are home-schooled, or are no longer schoolbased.

Young people who are helping to make the world a better place are ideal candidates for this Bursary.

What is the Bursary likely to support?

The successful applicant will direct the bursary toward goals and ideas which may include elements of:

• Personal growth for the applicant.

• Benefits for the wider community.

• Activities/experiences not usually available in the local area.

• Definitive demonstration of community involvement.

How much can be applied for?

A total bursary of $1000 will be made annually to support young people with financial assistance to reach their goals and/or further their studies, expand their networks to reach out and connect with others in their area of commitment and/or concern.

Applications for 2023 will be accepted until 24.03.2023.

An independent selection panel will be established annually to consider and evaluate applications and to then allocate the Bursary monies.

Members of the Lions Club of Bright and the Rotary Club of Bright, as well as an independent Community member will form the panel Executive.

Enquiries and applications via Email to: Jennifer.Sgambelloni@education.vic.gov. au. •

Our intimate personal dinners for small group are proving to be a favourite with regulars and visitors.

Please feel free to contact us and discuss your requirements and timing.

Regards, Roi and Sue.

Take-Away Pasta Dishes

Saturday & Sunday Evenings!

All your favourites - Call ahead to order!

'Big Al' took on many roles in the community. Pic – Courtesy Bright P12

DEDERANG PICNIC RACES

A Fabulous Day Out

The Mount Beauty & District Community Bendigo Bank

Dederang Races are back for 2023! - Saturday 25th February. Horse racing has been held at Dederang since 1865, but next Saturday’s picnic races will possibly be the most keenly anticipated yet.

And yet, the day isn’t just about a great program of racing, there are many other activities that all add up to the greater enjoyment of the day for everyone.

• Cheeky Bits Boutique Fashions on the Field - categories for men, women, and youngsters with a huge prize pool.

• Live Music – ‘Me and the Girl’ will keep you dancing between and after the races.

• Kids Activities - Face painting and giant games

• BYO or food and drinks available on course: Dederang Mount Beauty Football & Netball Club bar, Kitchen 95, Woodfire Desire pizzas, Redhead and Chef, Gundowring Hall BBQ & soft drinks, Gundowring Ice cream, Meryn's Devonshire tea & sandwiches and John's Coffee Van.

• Richardson Earthmoving Dederang Mile Footrace - Take on a full lap of the track - Women’s, Men’s and Under 16’s categories with cash prizes.

• Tug-of-War - this is all about pride. In the mounting yard after the last race. Book your tickets online at https://country. racing.com/dederang

Gates open at 11am! Six Race Program featuring the Milestone Chemicals Dederang Cup, with first racing starting around 1pm.

Main: Great crowds in attendance lining the rail for the running of the Dederang Cup. Pic – Courtesy Dederang Race Club

Insert: The Cheeky Bits Fashions on the Field shows off some of the wonderful local talent! Pic – Courtesy Dederang Race Club

The day is run by the community for the community. Continuing to provide significant funding for local sporting and community-based clubs as well as businesses.

Go to the Country Racing webpage or check out our Facebook page for more information.

Two things that will help you enjoy the day.

1/. Make sure you have a designated driver. Don’t even think of getting behind the wheel if you’ve had one!

2/. Dave and the team at the Dederang Hotel have entertainment from 6pm through until midnight with two live bands. And they’ll be doing pizzas and BBQ from 6pm also. See advert below •

From offensive cards and conversation starting books to divine smelling skincare and fun and funky jewellery, there is something exciting to discover everywhere you look.

18 Kiewa Cres, Mount Beauty

Ph: 0421 164 117

Race Day Activities

Pizzas and BBQ available from 6pm …until well in to the evening!

Live Entertainment From 6pm until midnight!

The early band is… ‘Red Hot Rangaz!’ from 6pm followed by… ‘House Wreckers!’ …until midnight!

Regular meals seven nights a week!

Cold Beer • Good Meals • Fine Wines

‘The Ranga!’

Kiewa Valley Highway, Dederang Ph: 02 6028 9325

CAFÉ & BAR

Open Seven Days a Week 8am - 2pm

Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Drinks

For Dinner Bookings, Contact the Restaurant direct!

Slalom Plaza | Ph: 03 5732 8000

17 Bogong High Plains Road FALL CREEK

https://stfallsresort.com.au

FALL LINES Our Growing Community

Some 21 years back, this community saw a great boom in births – much to the delight of all parents, grand-parents, families and the community in general. There may have even been an article in the paper at the time. Now, 21 years on and, on behalf of the community, this paper would like to wish this great bunch of young adults the very best for their 21st and for many good years to come. You’re all doing us proud!

Alina Smith - 7th December 2001 - Working and living in Melbourne

Jack Rawlings - 24th December 2001Studying in Geelong

Georgia Moorman - 10th February 2002Working in Mount Beauty

Molly Willey - 16th February 2002Studying in Melbourne

Angus Lee - 22nd February 2002 - Studying in Melbourne

Lucy Lembke - 23rd February 2002Working in Bright

Flynn Eriksson - 25th February 2002Studying in Melbourne

Indi Drew - 1st March 2002 - Company dancer at Brisbane Ballet

Rhys Cook - 12th March 2002 - Studying in Melbourne

Andy Rookes - 14th March 2002 - Studying in Geelong

Hugh Ranton - 31st March 2002 - Working and living in Brisbane

Jonah Cosgriff - 15th April 2002 - Studying in Wollongong

Christina White - 2nd May 2002 - Living in Mount Beauty

Jackson McDermott - 3rd May 2002Studying in Geelong

Tameka Ogilvie - 19th May 2002 - Working in Mount Beauty

Cody Allport - 27th June 2002 - Studying in Melbourne

Georgie Williams - 1st July 2002 - Living in Melbourne

Allie Barnes - 5th July 2002 - Working in Wodonga

Billy Hanley - 7th July 2002 - Working in Mount Beauty

Bo Hanley - 7th July - Working in Mount Beauty

Acacia Benne Keeble - 8th August 2002Studying in Melbourne

Leah Stricek - 16th August 2002 - Living in Melbourne

Conquestathon Is Back

The Mount Bogong Conquestathon returns on Saturday 4th of March 2023. After a three year hiatus The Hoppet committee is delighted to be running this event again. Numbers of registered participants is currently below 100 and as we bounce back from a rough few years we would love to see the familiar faces of 2019 and prior join us again and of course any newbies wanting a great day out.

If you haven’t heard, there are now two categories. One for the fit and fast (competitive/race) and the other for those wanting to take a more leisurely approach and walk/hike around the 21km loop. Some 30 odd spot prizes including accommodation and outdoor equipment have been kindly donated from our sponsors meaning at present there is a 1 in 3 to 4 chance of taking something home which is more than just the great stories you’ll have of the day.

Cost to enter: Individual U18 $20, Open $30, Family $80.

For more information and to register, visit: hoppet.com.au/running/conquestathon •

Supporting the Children’s Hospital

MTB de femme, 2023 is coming to Big Hill MTB Park, Mt Beauty for this year only.

The event is all about women riding the mountain bike trails in a friendly, fun, relaxing and safe environment.

You will meet like-minded riders and become a confident rider and have a heap of fun in the process.

Dylan Ryder - 3rd September 2002Working in Mount Beauty

Ryan Bower - 21st November 2002Working in Gold Coast

Ila Bowditch - 31st December 2002Working in Wodonga

Tommi Silvester - 3rd January 2003Studying in Canberra.

A special thanks to Molly Willey who graciously accepted the challenge of gathering and putting together all of the above information which enables the community to acknowledge these significant milestones in the lives of our valued community members. •

You may have seen the work ute floating around with the company name ‘Dunny Boy Plumbing’ on the back. That’s Brad Redmond. Some years ago, Brad’s child got a finger caught in a door – requiring a serious trip from Gippsland to the Royal Children’s Hospital for micro-surgery. Brad and the family have not forgotten how they were looked after. As a result Brad is doing a bit extra for the hospital. For every new hot water service Brad installs, he will donate $100 to the Royal Children’s Hospital. A great idea – and if you were thinking about a new hot water service, you now know where to go. Call Brad on: 0438 760 708. •

Round 2 - Mount Beauty

Team Mount Beauty will host Round Two of the Victorian Enduro Tour at Big Hill mountain bike park on the 4th and 5th March. Enduro racing sees the riders’ race timed descents on up to six different race stages in the park. Prior to each race stage riders need to pedal the liaisons to the top of the hill making it a big day in the saddle, particularly when pedalling the larger enduro bikes.

Mount Beauty is a favourite among enduro racers and is becoming renowned as a race to be at. This year top international Enduro World Series rider Hattie Harnden is entered in the elite women’s start list. Hattie should have some good competition in the elite women’s competing against Leah Ladbrook who is coming back to top form after recovering from a significant leg injury following a recent rattling crash in the DH at Buller. Rachael Hore will also be one to watch with some pedal sprints on the cards in a couple of the stages that should favour her fitness.

In the elite men’s category it’s hard to look past the skills of Ben McIlroy as a favourite who is in top form after podiums at both the Highline Enduro and the recent Mount Beauty DH. Chris Panozzo will also be one to watch as the master of enduro on his home trails. Darcy Wilkinson is also carrying good form from the last round at Highline and Hattie’s team mate in Thomas Locke will also be on pace. But of course never underestimate the power in the pistons of local legend Paul Van Der Ploeg. The bottom line is, this is racing you’re not going to want to miss!

Again this year four of the six race stages will finish at the bottom of the mountain bike park near the Big Hill trail head facilities, providing an excellent opportunity for Sunday entertainment for spectators.

The event will be held over two days. On Saturday 4th of March riders will practise on the six race stages and Sunday 5th March is race day! Riders will be on course from 8am and the event will be wrapping up with presentations around 3pm. As always Team Mount Beauty is well supported by local businesses, so riders and spectators alike can look forward to a terrific event atmosphere with coffee, catering and the Crank Handle Brewery bar on site on Sunday afternoon.

The event will impact on a large area of the mountain bike park and although the park will remain open to the public, we ask that non competitors avoid riding on the race stages. If you’re in the area and keen to ride it may be a great opportunity to try one of the other fantastic mountain bike parks in the region, or alternatively, just come along as a spectator and enjoy the great event atmosphere.

Parking at Big Hill will be different to normal during the event, so please follow the parking signage and if possible walk or ride your bike to the event to minimise parking congestion. Visitors wanting to do the gorge walk would be best to park near the visitor information centre and take the track around the back of the AGL terminal station opposite the information centre. •

We’re proud to be part of the Mount Beauty Community

Our Community Funding Program supports local groups, helping build strong, healthy communities.

This year we would like to congratulate the funding recipients including the Mount Beauty Cricket Club, Tennis Club and Dragon Boat Club as well as the Birkebeiner Nordic Ski Club, Alpine FM & Reach Out Wildlife.

We wish you a successful year, from the AGL Hydro team. You can call/email us on 1800 039 600 or AGLCommunity@agl.com.au

For further information contact via Em: aglcommunity@agl.com.au or Ph: 1800 039 600

Continuing to provide locally custom-made cabinetry for the Kiewa Valley and surrounding areas. 1997

POSITION VACANT

Falls Creek Primary School is currently recruiting for a School Business Manager for two days a week.

Please see the information below.

Department Of Education, School Vacancy

Position: Business Manager

School: Falls Creek Primary School

Time Fraction: 0.4 (2 days per week)

Status: Ongoing

Job Number: 1331264

Apply by: 21/02/2023

Enquiries to: Roger Blackwell (0417 202 578)

Job application can be found at: https://edupay.eduweb.vic.gov.au/psc/ EDUPPRD1_EA/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_ FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&

Subject: Falls Creek Primary School Business Managers Position

Ben McIlroy in action. Pic – Matt Rousu

February 2023

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Following work by the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) to remove a significant portion of the loose material on the major landslip between Mount Beauty and Falls Creek, Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) will ramp up works to complete the interim repair and long-term rectification process.

A team of experts are working to finalise the scope and timelines for the recovery effort - high summer rainfall and ongoing earth tremors coupled with moving debris present a huge engineering task.

Earlier this month we appointed Whelans Group Investments, a specialised civil contractor based in East Gippsland as our project delivery partner. We’ll be on the

ground working together with Whelans to ensure works move forward as quickly and as safely as possible.

e here at Major Road Projects Victoria have taken over management of the Bogong High Plains Road landslip rectification works.Whelans have set up their site office within the Mount Beauty Community Centre, where they’ll remain for the duration of the works.

Background

Hard Waste Collection

There is a large active landslip on Bogong High Plains Road at the entrance to Bogong Village. The landslip continues to move, with ongoing wet weather and earth tremors impacting its stability. For everyone’s safety, Bogong High Plains Road remains closed between Mount Beauty and Falls Creek. We estimate the landslip to be about 70 metres high and 100 metres wide. The loose debris and earth will need to be removed and the landslip stabilised before rectification works on Bogong High Plains Road can begin.

Falls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday 26th April - the day after ANZAC Day.

Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief

It has been a record year for visitation this summer and Resort Management would like to get your feedback on events, visitor demographic, mountain biking and general observations.

What are we doing?

We’ll be working up to seven days per week, weather permitting, to remove debris and stabilise the landslip site using specialised equipment including long reach excavators and innovative mining technology. DTP commenced removal of debris prior to us taking over the works – and we’re working hard to remove the rest as quickly and safely as possible.

Therefore you are invited to join the relevant Resort Management personnel and other members of the community for a summer season debrief meeting. This meeting will take place on Wednesday 26th April from 9:30am to around 11:30am in the Boardroom above Foodworks in QT.

Keeping you informed

We’re committed to keeping you informed throughout works and will be working closely with a range of recovery agencies, local providers, tourism operators and Alpine Shire Council to understand how we can better assist impacted businesses and residents throughout the recovery program.

You’ll receive regular written communication from us aimed at addressing your concerns, particularly around when Bogong High Plains Road will reopen to vehicles. We understand this is one of the key questions on everyone’s mind.

We’ll also host Community Information Events in March 2023 in Mount Beauty and Falls Creek. Further details will be provided shortly.

Wb: roadprojects.vic.gov.au Ph: 1800 105 105 (call anytime) Em: contact@roadprojects. vic.gov.au

For languages other than English, please call 9209 0147.

Please contact us if you would like this information in an accessible format. If you need assistance due to a hearing or speech impairment, visit relayservice.gov.au.

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Initial assessments are nearing completion, and the results will inform how we plan our works so that we can safely restore access to Falls Creek via Bogong High Plains Road.

A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some wine and a light BBQ will be provided, but we ask that you bring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. •

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UKVRA presents…

BUSH GOTHIC

Sunday 28th May 5pm

Mount Beauty Information Centre Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles.

Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency

Ph: 5754 4204

Trade Fair @ Falls Creek

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DISTRIBUTION:

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BOGONG HIGH PLAINS ROAD LANDSLIP

BOGONG HIGH PLAINS ROAD LANDSLIP

We’ll have a representative from MRPV stationed in the foyer of the Mount Beauty Community Centre located on Kiewa Crescent each Wednesday from 9am to 3pm if you wish to speak to someone in person.

Detours - Access to Falls Creek

For everyone’s safety, Bogong High Plains Road remains closed between Mount Beauty and Falls Creek. Visitors wishing to access Falls Creek will need to do so from the south via the Omeo Highway to Shannon Vale, or from the north via Mitta Mitta to Shannon Vale.

Motorists are advised to drive with caution as some sections of the road have been damaged in recent heavy rainfall. For the latest information on the conditions at Falls Creek Resort please visit the Falls Creek website: www.fallscreek.com.au.

Emergency service access

The Department of Transport and Planning are maintaining a 4WD track for emergency services, approved residents and essential services to provide access between Mount Beauty, Bogong Village and Falls Creek. Access to this track is limited and requires a pre-arranged permit. For more information, please contact us on 1800 105 105 and we’ll connect you with the right people to consider your request.

Business Support

Businesses in the Falls Creek area can access the Business Relief Service – a free, confidential, one-on-one phone call or inperson appointment with a local Business Relief Adviser. Advisers can help you connect

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. Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.

Cane Armchair and footstool. $30. Six metal framed dining chairs upholstered in burgundy vinyl $30. Ph: 0477 443 964.

Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. Ph: 0408 466 790.

with relevant support services, and with your next steps towards recovery.

If your business has been affected by the landslide, and you would like the support of a Business Relief Adviser, please call the Business Victoria hotline on 13 22 15.

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Sign up to receive email and SMS updates straight to your phone or inbox. Please visit www.roadprojects.vic. gov.au/bogongsubscribe

Kind regards, The Bogong High Plains Road Recovery Team

Major Road Projects Victoria •

Editor’s Note: Your journo is pleased to have been contacted by MRPV and their Communications company and have now established much better lines of communication. This paper will then, along with the other methods, be able to bring you up to date, accurate progress reports and community briefing dates on this very important project.

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TRADING POST CLASSIFIEDS

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. Orbea AVANT M20 DISC road bike, Carbon frame, size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue. $1,950. * Nello Viper 51 kayak. $1,500. * Ph: 0408 466 790.

WANTED TO BUY

One of those older Hoover Twin Rotor floor polishers ideal for polishing older lino floors kitchen and bathroom. Ph: 0400 350 488.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

MT BEAUTY HARDWARE AND DRAPERY STORE

• Home & Kitchen wares

• Toys and Sports gear

• Tools and Hardware

• Plants and Garden gear

ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS

Call Kerry Mb: 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 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: hello@studioecakes.com.au

CAR DETAILING

Give Steve a call in Tawonga South. Ph: 0423 499 086

CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES

Oztek Constructions Pty Ltd. We do local building work, renovations, extensions and maintenance. Email Dave at: oztekconstructions@gmail.com. Or Ph: 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 too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109

FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK

Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Tues to Fri inclusive. 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 and evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.

LD’S HOME PET CARE

Pet Care and Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 0407 541 695

LOCKSMITH & HANDYMAN

Codi Coutts – servicing the Kiewa Valley & North East Victoria. Ph: 0475 388 990. Em: kiewavalleylocksmith@yahoo.com

WISE WORDS

I don’t know where you got your opinion, but I hope you kept the receipt!

VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS

Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. All equipment provided. Bring a drink bottle and towel. $6 per session. A great way to keep fit and socialise at the same time. Class usually followed by coffee at the Dederang Shop. Classes by Narelle Jones (Personal Trainer). Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)

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 St, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

SAFETY SCAFFOLD

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

SECURE STORAGE

From 2m x 2m through to 3m x 7m. Ph: 0418 578 500.

SPORTS MASSAGE

Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au

STORAGE

Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units. Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com

The Bogong Power Station Information Centre is closed until further notice due to the landslide.

A very recent photo of the landslip work under way on the high plains road at Bogong Village. Pic – Courtesy MRPV

GET TO KNOW FOGO

Better Waste Management

The way we dispose of your organic material in the Alpine Shire is changing for the better in 2023.

From July this year, Alpine Shire Council is introducing a new green kerbside bin and kitchen caddy for food organics and garden organics (FOGO) at properties located within urban kerbside collection areas across the shire.

Alpine Shire Mayor John Forsyth said a 2021 audit of waste bins in the Alpine Shire showed that 50% of the bin was made up of food and garden organics that could be recycled.

“Soon, these organic materials won’t need to be wasted in general waste bins and instead, they’ll be recycled through our kerbside waste collection,” Cr Forsyth said.

“We are committed to reducing our environmental impact as a communityremoving our organic material from landfill will reduce both our greenhouse gas emissions and our reliance on landfill.”

The service will also meet new State Government requirements for all householders in Victoria to be provided with an opportunity to recycle food and garden organics.

Cr Forsyth said the introduction of FOGO means households will be sorting their waste and recycling into three streams - the new

green lidded food and garden organics bin, the yellow lidded mixed recycling bin, and a red lidded general waste bin.

“It will take some time to get used to the changes, and we want to help our community learn and adapt to the new three-bin system as seamlessly as possible,” Cr Forsyth said.

“To help us, we’re asking our community members to fill out a quick online survey so we can learn more about their expectations around FOGO and the information they need going forward.”

Two surveys - one for residents and ratepayers (including holiday-home owners), and one for business owners - will be open until 5pm on Friday, 3 March, 2023 and can be accessed via the links below.

Residents and ratepayers - www.surveymonkey. com/r/ASC-FOGO

Business owners - www. surveymonkey.com/r/Business-FOGO

Paper copies can also be filled out at our local libraries in Bright, Mount Beauty and Myrtleford.

Members of the community wanting to be kept up to date on the upcoming changes or when the new services arrive in their area can contact Customer Service on 03 5755 0555 or info@alpineshire.vic.gov.au. •

WHAT’S ON @ WEST PEAK

Fridays: 3pm - 11pm Dinner from 5:30pm Woodfire pizzas from 5.30pm Community Raffles from 5:30pm. Draw begins at 7pm.

17/02 UKV Community Association ∙ 24/02 MB Dragon Boat Club

Saturdays: 12noon -11pm ∙ Lunch 12noon - 2pm ∙ Dinner from 5:30pm

Saturday Arvo: Live Entertainment 3pm – 6pm

18/02 Red Brick Radio 25/02 Dylan Cosgriff

Sundays: 12noon - 11pm ∙ Lunch 12noon - 2pm Dinner from 5:30pm

Mondays & Tuesdays - CLOSED

Wednesdays: 3pm - 9pm Dinner from 5:30pm

Thursdays: 3pm - 9pm ∙ Dinner from 5:30pm Texas Hold em Poker ∙ 7pm start

MEDICAL SERVICES - Upper Kiewa Valley

MOUNT BEAUTY MEDICAL CENTRE

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WHERE 2D Tawonga Crescent.

WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays.

HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments

WHO Doctors: Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cussen, Damian Heman, Daniel Florisson & Andrew Mason.

WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with 42 years of service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

CONTACT Ph: 03 5754 3400

Em: enquiries@mbmc.com.au

Wb: https://www.mbmc.com.au/ Falls Creek Medical Centre is currently closed!

If you need to see a doctor please contact Mount Beauty Medical Centre on 03 5754 3400. You may be directed to a doctor for a tele-health appointment. Our Doctors are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week from Mount Beauty.

Your local practice – supporting the community!

WHAT'S ON IN 2023

Falls Creek has been severely impacted by the land slip on the Bogong High Plains Road at Bogong Village and subsequent total road closure. The current feeling is that the road may not be open until March 2023. Below is a list of planned activities and events and their potential future dates.

NOV 11-13 AASHA Conference, Falls Creek. Moved to May 5th – 7th 2023

NOV 26-28 Alpine Challenge, Falls Creek & the Bogong High Plains Moved to 22 – 23rd April 2023

Feb 18, 25 Park Run. 8am at Bicentennial Park, beside the library in Lakeside Avenue. All Welcome. Enquiries to 03 5754 1118

FEB 25 Dederang Picnic Races – A must do event on the local calendar. Further details at: https://country.racing.com/ dederang or Contact Us: Mb: 0499 357 688. Em: dederangraceclub@ gmail.com

MAR 2 Twilight Market On the Green. 244252 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South. 5pm-9pm. Live music. Fire performer. Food, wine, craft beer and stalls. Gold coin donation entry. BYO blanket or chair. Mb: 0412 226 753.

MAR 4 Mt Bogong Conquestathon –Conquering Mt Bogong in an organised event returns after COVID. More details in future editions.

MAR 4-5 Vic Enduro Series Round at Big Hill Mountain Bike Park hosted by Team Mount Beauty.

MAR 18-19 MTB de Femme Mount Beauty Edition. Check it out on FB – All Ride MTB.

For further details on coming events, got to: https://www.fallscreek.com.au/whats-on/eventsactivities-summer/