The (in)Famous Ice Plunge Returns!

You may call it “stating the bleedin’ obvious” that there are reasons we haven’t been able to stage the traditional Falls Creek Ice Plunge over the last couple of years. Can anyone tell us what the reason might have been? OK, well the good news is that there will definitely be an Ice Plunge this year.

Are you brave enough to face the chilly challenge of the Falls Creek Ice Plunge?

This annual ritual sees fancy-dressed clad locals and visitors take a dip into the frigid waters of the Rocky Valley Lake. This traditional custom is always performed on the first day of winter as an offering to snow gods to secure a bountiful winter season. Not only that, but all donations received go to support the incredible work of Fight MND in battling Motor Neuron Disease and searching for a cure. There are also over $2,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, donated by our amazing local stakeholders, hot drinks, a barbecue breakfast and warming fire pits available following the swim. A little tip – it’s usually warmer in the water than out of it! At 1600m above sea level, Rocky Valley Lake is Australia’s highest significant body of water. Air temperatures are commonly around 0°C at this altitude and water temperatures are expected to be around 3°C to 4°C.

To encourage participation, plungers will be enticed into the water chasing over 30 rubber ducks. With a heap of incredible prizes up for grabs all kindly donated by on-mountain and Mount Beauty

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businesses, plungers can get hold of meal vouchers, cash vouchers and even an entire season resort entry permit. Not only that but all proceeds from the $10 entry fee will go to support the incredible work of Fight MND in battling Motor Neuron Disease. Fight MND Co-founder and Patron Neale Daniher and the wider Daniher clan will launch the eighth version of the famous blue beanie at the Big Freeze 8 at the MCG on Monday 13th June (the Monday of the Queen’s Birthday weekend).

So why not come along to the Rocky Valley Foreshore and participate. Or if threedegree water and tiny swimming trunks isn't your thing, you can just donate and enjoy a breakfast roll cooked by the SES barbecue crew. (But you can’t work at Falls Creek if you haven’t done the plunge!)

What: Falls Creek Ice Plunge.

When: 10am - 12:30pm, Thurs 1st June

Where: Rocky Valley Foreshore, Falls Creek. Why: A FightMND fundraiser, and an annual offering to the Snowgods. How: Register at events.humanitix.com/ ice-plunge-falls-creek-x-fight-mnd. Donate at hub.fightmnd.org.au/diy-big-freeze-9/ falls-creek-big-freeze-plunge

It should also be mentioned here that four time Olympian and local girl Britt Cox will be coming along for the Plunge! •

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Mentors Needed

For the TAC L2P Program? L2P matches learner drivers and volunteer mentors together so learners who are struggling to get their supervised hours, can be supported to successfully pass their driving test and gain their P plates.

In the past 12 years, the program has supported 130+ Alpine Shire youth to get their licence by providing lessons and driving practice in a community sponsored vehicle.

Mount Beauty and surrounds is in desperate need of mentors. So, if you would like to assist someone to get their licence, have some time to spare and enjoy giving to your community, contact us for more information.

Volunteer mentors receive training and have access to a dedicated vehicle, so to find out more speak to the L2P Coordinator on 03 5755 0555 or email info@alpineshire.vic. gov.au. •

Event Funding Program

Applications are now open for our annual Alpine Shire Events Funding Program. Event organisers are invited to apply for support for events to be held across the Alpine Shire between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024.

The annual Events Funding Program provides sponsorship support to a diverse range of local events which contribute to the adventure, culture, and economy of the region.

Mayor John Forsyth said Council is always looking at how we allocate Council resources and events funding is no different.

"In 2023/2024 funding will not include the cost of waste management and public amenity costs which will be passed on to event organisers," he said.

"This shift will encourage event organisers to take charge of their waste and work organisers to help them ease into the waste management and public amenity changes."

Cr Forsyth said Council is working toward reducing waste and boosting environmental awareness across local events, with sustainability and waste management among the funding criteria.

"Applications will be assessed on the event’s social, environmental, and economic impact, in line with the Alpine Events Strategy," he said. “We strongly encourage event organisers to read the Strategy and familiarise themselves with the criteria and conditions."

"Our event organisers are often dedicated and passionate volunteers, who create opportunities for locals and visitors alike to experience something new, connect with their community and enjoy themselves. We are fortunate to have a diverse calendar of events that celebrate our environment, culture and history, feature our magnificent food and produce, promote health and wellbeing and attract visitors.

The Events Funding application process will be hosted by the SmartyGrants online grant management system. The SmartyGrants system is user-friendly for applicants and allows efficient management of the grants process for Council. Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday, 25 June 2023.

To learn more and apply, visit https://www. alpineshire.vic.gov.au/business/events/ funding-and-support-programs. •

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