This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty - 17 June 2022 by thisweek

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WINTER EDITION TWO

FRIDAY 17TH JUNE 2022

How Fun is This?

Main: Tom Costa checking out some of last week’s beautiful powder. Pic – Danii Forde Left:Ruby Dobson making a hell of a mess in last weekend’s Cyclecross in Mount Beauty. Pic – Matt Rousu Right:Ollie is becoming something of a star on the slopes around Falls Creek. Pic – Chris Hocking

2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES FROM THE CEO Round One of the GE National Series Round One - Falls Creek

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he National Gravity Enduro Series MakeactsitasMid-Week the qualifying series for the Enduro World Series. See mention he Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend in the article with Ben McIlroy. was a blockbuster. Records fell Mountain Bike Australia in conjunction everywhere in terms of visitationwith Falls Creek Resort Management are pleased and skiers/boarders on the mountain, snow to present Round One of the 2017 Gravity depth totals and the sheer number of lifts Enduro The is Australia turning National and runs Series. available toseries be skied. And, wide with Round Two being held at Stromlo for those mad keen skiers tracking their Forest ACT in May. Round be at runs and vertical metres, theThree leaderwill board is Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to off to a roaring start. Rockhampton in July and the final round will Throw blue skies on for the most of be held in onamazing Woodford Island, Clarence the time and the resort was picturesque and River in northern NSW in August. reminiscent of late July, or early August The popularity of mountain biking continues with respect thegreat feel and vibe to grow. Fromtothe efforts ofright someacross Mount the mountain. Beauty locals in the 90’s - to hosting the Nationals in Feb 2000 -Monday, to the point where On the public holiday resort we have some came of thewithin best tracks in theofcountry management a whisker -needing both into Mount andforinsafety Falls Creek. close Beauty the resort The growth and theinsuccess we can reasons as capacity terms means of parking continue to neared host fabulous events.The 4 availability exhaustion. Site team squeezed vehicles into crevices,

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double in sessions no standing with parked practice fromzones, 11amused Friday. that are taken into account when evaluating hardstand capacity outside the resort and During the course of the weekend, several the risks that need to be mitigated and even had trails vehicles (but safely)riders contribute to any decision-making process of the willprecariously be closed to general balancing on ‘snowparks.’ although Blue Dirt will have shuttles runningaround managing total resort capacity.

on Friday from 11am to 6pmofand again on To provide a little perspective, it is worth ‘Bluebird’ days have a tendency Saturday those from guests 9am towho 5pm. Costusually is $50 per remembering how much the village convincing might dayearly or $90 for 2around days. Go to www.bluedirt. leave to hang a little longer swells when it is fully activated. The com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will and get a few more runs in. And who resortNopopulation on any peak day is an time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s be closed to Creek the general wouldn’t! Falls is hardpublic, enoughbut to will amalgamation of visitors/guests, Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech. residents, progressively as the sections leave at the best open of times, butdifferent with current business operators and staff, resort of the event are‘mint,’ completed. Pretty Pointetc… on the Frying Panvillage Spur. would The aim of the conditions simply FOMO can Valley workers as such, the Road will also have closures and be subject to game is to ride each section no faster than the certainly peak! on a list of Victoria’s largest towns, delays should anyone be travelling back from rankfastest time allowed, and no slower than the set somewhere between number 30 to 40 in However, a number real the horseresorts yardshave or Pretty ValleyofPondage. slowest time. Then they do the competitive of population size/statistics using the bit, pinch one isEnduro access, i.e road sort termsbefore Nowpoints… this Gravity is aone different riding to the start of the next competitive Bureau of Statistics data from in of and out, another the ability to park mountain bikeisracing to what we know Australian bit without beating or exceeding the times census. Remember, there’s only one cars the side or of Cross mountains and another as on Downhill Country. The Gravitythe last permitted. At the time of going to print, the road in out… so the occasional delay is having enough venues open to provide Enduro is both. The athletes will start with finaland course had not been set, but they look like might need to be tolerated. ‘safe harbour’ in the event of bad weather, a warm up ride from Slalom Plaza, out the taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then liftBogong closuresHigh or anything Plains which Road, might up the Pretty Theseheading to Flowtown, completing bottlenecks only confound the that before delay or defer guest’s ability to leave Valley Roada and then across to the(i.e. Trig challenges heading Thunderbolt then to Generator of to getting onto theand snow, roadside landslips, or vehicle accidents). and Vortex before in Slalom Plaza. primarily for those notfinishing lucky enough to be These are just some of the considerations Sound like a pretty easy day!! staying on mountain. However, there are program sort of goes someThe waysweekend’s you can ‘cheat.’ Ensuring that like this. BRIGHT YELLOW FLAGS ARE OUT yourSaturday: resort entry and lift passes have been practice. 9am to 16:00 is compulsory purchased expedites whichand Info 10am online to 18:30 is rideraccess, registration – WE’RE OPEN!

WHEN THE by Appointment Open

For Groups, Clubs etc Locate right beside the bottom station of Halley’s Comet Chairlift!

Phone: 03 5758 1200

Spend some time and take in the fabulous history that has earned this community so much respect! And, talk to any member of our team about the rewards of volunteering the Falls Creek Museum. Please try to in allow 24hours notice. 4 Slalom Street, southern end of the Panabode building. For further information: Phone: 03 5758 1202 for further information www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au Wb: www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Em: info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au Facebook/fallscreekmuseum Fb: facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum

Tent open. 17:00 to 17:30 is rider briefing. From 18:00 on there is a social evening at Last Hoot Restaurant and Bar in Slalom Plaza. Sunday: 8am to 9am Rider Briefing and Timing activation. 8:30am to 1430pm Trails Open for GE competition.1500 to 1630 Presentations. If you’re into biking and would like to enjoy some good action, be at Falls Creek this weekend. Further detail from 03 5758 1200. •

FALLS CREEK Open For Business

www.fallscreek.com.au Accommodation Alpha Lodge

Open 365 days a year. Self cater accommodation $56 p/p p/n twin/dbl. $42 p/p p/n bunk room. Parallel Street. Ph: 5758 3488 or visit: www.alphaskilodge.com.au

Altitude Apartments

Spacious fully self-contained accommodation open all year round. Bike storage and free wi-fi. On site bar & restaurant - Be Foodstore. Ph: 03 5758 3811 Wb: www.altitudefallscreek.com.au

Attunga Lodge

Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.

Cedarwood Apartments

Fully self contained apartment accommodation Schuss Street Ph: 5758 3393.

Falls Creek Country Club

Fully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night. Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au. Bogong High Plains Road.

Gebi’s Apartments

Fully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 45 35 25.

Nelse Alpine Lodge

Open for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Breakfast options. Group bookings catered for. Comfortable lodge, pool and spa. Fully Licensed. Ph: 03 5758 3263 2 or Wb: www.nelselodge.com 2

QT Hotel Falls Creek

Outdoor Activities

Snowski Apartments

Shopping

Apartment style luxury rooms, Pool & Jacuzzi, Sauna & Steam Room. On-site restaurant and bar. Open all year round - available for group bookings and functions. Ph: 03 5732 8000 Wb: www.qtfallscreek.com.au Self contained accommodation open all year round with on-site management. Located in the Village Bowl. Ph: 5758 3356, or visit www.snowskiapartments.com.au

Summit Ridge Lodge

Open for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3800.

Viking Lodge

Self-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites. On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop. Free Wi-Fi. Ph. 03 5758 3247.

Dining & Bar BE Foodstore

Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, then 5 days. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222. Refer ad this edition.

Mountain biking, road cycling, hiking and all other activities, visit the Visitor Information Centre (above the Slalom Street Day Shelter) for maps and info. Open 9am - 5pm weekdays. Ph: 03 5758 1202.

Falls Creek Foodworks

For all licensed supermarket lines - located in lower level, St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pm daily. Ph: 03 5758 3009.

Child Care

Falls Creek Child Care is open Mon - Fri and is located in Slalom Plaza next to Stingray. The Centre is open to children aged 12 weeks to 5 years old and is run by fully qualified educators and is eligible for government rebates.Booking is essential. Phone 03 5758 1244 or visit www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.

Visitor Information

Upstairs Resort Management Office (above day shelter) Open 9am - 5pm weekdays and 10am - 3pm weekends and public holidays.

Last Hoot Café

Open daily from 4pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5758 3088. Refer ad this edition.

Stingray Restaurant @ QT

Open daily 8am - 8pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5732 8000. Refer ad this edition. Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2022 Edition TWO Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN

FROM THE CEO then, if also booked mid-week and not on weekends, there is a pretty good chance you’ll have fewer challenges getting into the resort and onto the snow. While you’re on line, don’t forget to book somewhere to eat… with a smorgasbord of options to choose from there’s ample cuisine to suit all tastes and budgets. Life is too short to queue for food… and we have plenty of choices at Falls Creek to save that hassle. Speaking of food…

Foodie Tip of the Week (x2) Huski Kitchen (03 5758 3863) welcomes you with a warm fireplace and the full array of Asian aroma that automatically makes you hungry. Any menu that has chilli icons and disclaimers about how much punch the food delivers is always a winner for me. Noting that the chef and his team can deliver all the flavours of the menu and cater to all diners needs, hot or not. To this effect, we chose the chefs selection menu, with two hungry young men in tow, substituting in the Pad Thai noodles raised the carb intake and stopped them short of desert (seven courses later!). Of note too is the wine list, some great regional selections. Booking is essential.

Someplace Else (03 5758 3252) is a bit of a tradition in our house over the long weekend, (even though we dropped in pre-weekend)… and with its pan Asian menu, it’s ideal for picking a few plates and sharing. We gorged on Bao’s… the Teriyaki Mushroom, and the Crispy Pork… both sensational. For mains, the Twice Cooked Pork Belly and the Chargrilled Scotch Fillet (cooked to medium rare perfection) were both amply filling. The chargrilled broccoli ensured some greens were had… but no desert was needed, as tempting as they are… we were stuffed! If the menu choices are too much… eight or more adults can share a $68 per head banquet and take the pressure off making tough decisions. Note both venues are online bookable or via OpenTable. Enjoy. • Stuart Smythe, CEO Falls Creek Resort Management

With fabulous grooming every night, why would you not make the effort to get here mid-week. Pic - Nic Wilke

Service & Demo Centre

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New Range of Salomon Ski & Snowboard Boots have just arrived!!

Expert Master Boot Fitter’s on site to ﬁt you up. FREE Pick-up & delivery for all ski and snowboard rentals! 40% OFF all Outer Wear during June! In the Village Bowl at the Falls Creek Hotel Map (Ref: M2) Ph: 03 5758 3819 contact@centralsnowsports.com.au

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Need to get your kids set up for racing? Central Snowsports are the experts in race equipment for all age groups. We have race experience with all levels of skier from development age to FIS and National Team members.

Be part of the team! As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club, young members can... • Learn life skills in a wonderful rewarding environment. • Make friends for life – with opportunities to travel the world. • Learn to ski and board in a family friendly surroundings. Programs from primary to late teens – including tertiary tuition for full-time athletes.

‘An integral part of Falls Creek and its history!’

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Race Club 2ND HAND SKI SALE

Sun 26 June • 12noon - 3pm Volunteers needed!

ROSSIGNOL CUP Date to be advised!

BETTER SKIING And Bam! It’s A Cold, Cold Winter!

he recent weather has everyone shivering, and some of our toes turning blue. Cold toes are a common problem in ski boots, and a most unpleasant way to spend your day on the mountain. There are many causes of cold and numb toes in ski boots. Luckily most of the time it’s a problem that can be fixed. Fix Issues in Your Ski Boots Doing your boots up too tight can squash arteries and capillaries in your feet, which stops the blood getting to your toes. The most common site is across the top of your foot (the dorsalis pedis artery). Another area that can block blood flow is behind the inside ankle bone (the tibial artery). This is a more complicated cause and is usually because there is too much padding in that area.

SOMEPLACE ELSE Tuesday to Sunday from 4.30pm Bookings Essential

Circulation Blood flow problems to the feet can range from something minor like you “just feel the cold,” to Reynaud's disease, and peripheral vascular disease (PVD), in which case issues can be quite serious and lead to nasty complications. People with Reynaud's disease should make sure they have a well-fitted boot and ski orthotic to ensure the best blood flow to the foot. Once this is done, you should also consider a boot heater.

hot and can flatten out and deform your ski orthotics or shell modifications. Get a ski orthotic for your boots. Until your foot is supported in the optimal position and stabilised in the boot by a ski orthotic, no other boot changes will be very beneficial. Holding your foot in its best alignment will improve blood flow and reduced localised pressure. Find a good boot-fitter that understands all of the issues above and can help make sure your boot is working for you.

What Should I Do?

It's Just Dam Cold!

Wear a thin, woollen or synthetic-blend sock designed for ski boots. A thick sock's fabric will just get squished in your boot and hold your perspiration against your skin, making the sock wet and your skin cold.

If you've checked and addressed all the above issues, then it's likely that you're just skiing somewhere amazing and it is incredibly cold (like Falls Creek in June). For these instances I recommend considering a boot heater, or a neoprene boot cover. Neoprene boot covers are mostly beneficial when your boot is below the snow (when you’re skiing in powder, in Falls Creek during June!). Heated socks are improving and worth a look at now also.

Make sure your boots are dried out overnight and at room temperature when you put them on. Putting your foot into a cold boot in the morning is just asking for a painful day. Beware of boot dryers - they may be too

But the true secret to any cold feet issues is to not let them get cold in the first place. So warm socks and shoes around the house before you go skiing is a must. QUICK RUN DOWN

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• Do your boots up right. • Have a good ski orthotic/footbed made for your foot and ensure a wellfitting boot. • Wear a thin, woollen or synthetic blend ski sock. • Make sure your boots are dry and warm before you put them on. • Done everything else right but still feeling the cold? Consider a boot heater or neoprene cover. • If you have serious blood circulation issues, discuss this with your health professional before skiing. •

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BUILDING HAPPIER COMMUNITIES With the Resilience Project

Their programs also have a strong focus on Connection, Purpose, Kindness, Emotional Literacy and Physical Health.

he Resilience Project is at the forefront of resilience research and practice in Australia - and Alpine Shire community members are invited to free sessions with facilitator Martin Heppell this month.

The Resilience Project co-founder, presenter and author Hugh van Cuylenburg released The Resilience Project - Finding Happiness Through Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness in 2019.

The Resilience Project’s mission is to teach positive mental health strategies to help people increase happiness in their lives. Alpine Shire Mayor Sarah Nicholas said the past few years have been difficult for our communities, and resilience is more important than ever. “We’ve all been through a lot recently,” she said. “We are generally a positive, supportive community. Learning how to be personally resilient is an essential part of tackling whatever life throws at us and supporting others.”

Its follow up, ‘The Resilience Project - Let Go’ was published late last year. Cr Nicholas encouraged community members to make the most of the opportunity to learn new skills to turn important principles into daily habits.

These sessions are free, registrations are essential. Book here: www.eventbrite.com. au/o/alpine-shire-council-communityservices-15968942559. More info can be obtained and you can learn more at: theresilienceproject.com.au/ This activity is supported by funding from Murray PHN through the Australian Governments PHN Program. • Co-founder, presenter and author Hugh van Cuylenburg

“It can be easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and lose focus on what makes us happy, and the wonderful things in our lives to be grateful for,” she said. “Our mental health can suffer as a result. These free live presentations will entertain, inspire and educate, providing important takehome tips to increase resilience.”

“Tactics to foster and reinforce resilience are important to ongoing mental health and wellbeing and we’re delighted to bring The Resilience Project to the Alpine Shire to help us all explore how to lead happier lives.”

Bright | Monday, 20 June The Pavilion, Pioneer Park | 6:30pm

The Resilience Project focuses on three key pillars proven to cultivate positive emotion Gratitude, Empathy & Mindfulness (GEM).

Mount Beauty | Wednesday, 22 June West Peak Hotel, Lakeside Ave | 6:30pm

Myrtleford | Tuesday, 21 June Club Savoy, Myrtle Street | 6:30pm

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OPEN Six Nights A Week

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Closed Tuesdays

NOW OPEN ~ Breakfast & Lunch Coffee, drinks & snacks

Five Course Degustation and a la carte Menu available! Bookings can be made through our website:

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Next to Halley’s Comet Queue Race

www.summitridge.com.au Phone: 03 5758 3800 for reservations For reservations call 03 5758 3800 Email: ski@summitridge.com.au or Em: ski@summitridge.com.au www.summitridge.com.au SchussSchuss Street, Street, Falls Creek Falls Map CreekRef: K3

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ALTITUDE AND ELEVATION Local Knowledge For All

omeone recently asked me what altitude Falls Creek sat at in comparison to other ski resorts. I didn’t have the answer to hand but had a vague idea of the statistics, so did some googling. As always, google gave me a warm welcome to the rabbit hole called research and then bid me goodbye for the next few hours of my life. We all know that information is not always accurate online, that some websites pick and choose their information to suit a need or a point of view. I have no idea what need, or viewpoint, was in contention regarding Falls Creek's elevation, but I came across five different statistics before getting irritated at the variations and beginning my research into the elevation of Mt Buller, Mt Hotham, Thredbo and Perisher. Apparently, Mt Buller also suffers from the same affliction as Falls Creek regarding varied data and it was making me a little

cross as I was looking for a quick and easy answer rather than finding myself distracted from work for several hours on end due to a suitable answer not being readily accessible. So, when in doubt, go to the source. That is what my thesis supervisor always used to tell me. Therefore, I picked up the phone and spoke with the always helpful and wonderfully friendly Katie at Resort Management. The conversation went something like this… NF: Katie, what is the village elevation of Falls Creek? Katie: Well Nyree, it depends where in the village you are… Slalom Plaza is at 1550 metres above sea level, but the village bowl is higher again. When you first enter Falls it is lower than the Plaza. NF: Yeah, but I think the village starts at the Gully car park… because that’s where the first buildings are (plus it’s where Race Club is!). What do you think?

MBRM: It depends where in the village you are…There is a sign just outside my office that says the Buller Village is at 1595 metres above sea level, but I’m not going outside to look at it as it’s bucketing down with rain right now. Generally, it is accepted that the village is at 1600m. NF: Perfectly acceptable response. I wouldn’t be going outside in the rain if I were you either…but is that really the start of the village or is it where the first car park and buildings are at Horse Hill Car Park. What about this website that say’s the base elevation is 1,375 metres? What do you think? MBRM: Who are you and why do you need to know this? NF: I’m just interested, and I hate inconsistent data… but I might turn this into an article for Ken who publishes This Week in Falls Creek & Mt Beauty in winter.

Katie: how about I get you the elevations for the Gully, the Bowl and the Plaza and then you can decide? Only after ending the conversation with Katie did I think about Howman’s Gap. Is Howman’s Gap really the start of the Falls Creek Village? What about all the buildings down there? ‘Can Of Worms!’ My conversation with the very helpful lady at Mt Buller Resort Management followed similarly…

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NF: Hello! Can you help me? What is the village elevation of Mt Buller?

MBRM: Fair enough. It is accepted that the village is at 1600m. Need help with anything else? So, after all that, what are the village and highest point elevations of our five biggest alpine resorts? Thredbo takes out the prize for both the highest elevation of 2037, and the lowest village at 1365 metres above sea level.

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ALTITUDE AND ELEVATION Interestingly, I found out from all my googling that the Alpine village of Zermatt in Switzerland is almost at the same elevation as Falls Creek at 1600m… it’s just a hell of a lot colder there in winter. • Have a great week and see you up on the slopes! Cheers, Nyree Fiddes. ‘I Dream of Snow’ www.idreamofsnow.com Note: As a basic Rule of Thumb, the high water mark of Rocky Valley Dam is 1600m above sea level. The aqueducts (Racelines) that feed the lake fall 1 in 300 (1 metre in 300 metres) towards the lake. Therefore the 5km aqueduct above the village would rise about 16metres from the lake to its start point at Wishing Well. The same applies to the Roper’s Lookout aqueduct and to Langford’s East and Langford’s West aqueducts. The high water mark of Pretty Valley Pondage is pretty close to 1640m asl (allowing water from there to run into Rocky Valley when not being used for hydro generation. The Cope Saddle aqueducts are just about 1670m asl. Need to know more about this beautiful area, come and see us in summer. Ed.

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e Cope Saddle Aqueducts feed the snow melt into Pretty Valley Pondage to be used for hydro generation. Th Cope Saddle Hut marks the confluence of the two aqueducts. Pic – Ken Bell

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Falls Creek

Travelling to Falls Creek this winter? Enjoy the comfort and safety! A skeleton timetable will operate until Friday 25th June – when the full timetable will come in to operation. Refer to our website for further details.

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 2021 winter season.

Contact: Jenny Chellew Accredited Business Broker Mb: 0419 009 033 Em: jenny@betterbusinessbrokers.com.au

Open 8am – 7pm Daily · Extensive grocery range · Bottle shop: beer, wine, spirits · Fresh fruit and vegetables · Hot pies and sausage rolls · Heat and eat meals ·Phone re-charge ·ATM ·Newspapers and magazines

Located in Slalom day carpark at the bottom of Halley’s Comet Chairlift. Tel: 57 583 009 For pick and pack deliveries please visit www.foodworkshighcountry.com.au

The Good News… Refuse and Recycling

Falls Creek is one of the first resorts to recycle organic matter! We recycle:• Cardboard – baled and sold for re-manufacture. • Co-mingles – plastic, glass and paper – in the clear plastic bags with the RED print. • Organics – anything that has ever lived – food, paper, oyster shells, bones – in the clear plastic bags with the GREEN print – all sent to be composted. Falls Creek Garbage is collected seven days a week during winter. If you require supplies of bags, have a question, or see a problem, phone us on 0427 411 415.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Radio Reading On Community Radio

lpine FM has been broadcasting Radio Reading programs twice weekly for several years, supported by a team of dedicated volunteers who bring this service to our community. RPH Australia is the peak body for the Radio Reading Network, which aims to meet the information needs of people with a print disability; people who are unable to read printed material. There are 18 dedicated RPH community radio stations in Australia, each providing access to a wide range of current print media. On Alpine FM, the programs are hosted by experienced presenters Helen McDougall and Mary Pike, who are supported by several RPH readers who rotate through to read from a variety of printed media, online articles, journals and magazines.

Many people find RPH reading is a rewarding and enjoyable activity, and the volunteers come from diverse backgrounds. There are no qualifications needed to ll be become an RPH Reader – the station ay C Day. provides all the necessary training and support.

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Cathy Gunn says, “As an RPH Reader I enjoy being able to develop my skills as a presenter and bring the news to those with a print disability. I have been a reader for several years and really enjoy the teamwork and supportive atmosphere at Alpine FM.”

RPH presenters at Alpine FM, from left, Joy Partington, Keith Pike and Cathy Gunn. Pic – Courtesy Alpine FM

for about seven or eight years. She recalls that Alpine Radio was asking for volunteers for the program. “Unbeknown to me, my husband put my name forward and before I knew it, I had joined the RPH program! I prefer to source articles from our local newspaper, and I try to choose interesting news and stories that listeners wouldn’t hear or see on radio and television.”

Gill Harrowfield has been a reader since the program started. She regards it as a valuable community service, being a reliable source this of information for a range of people. She uld chooses articles that tackle important issues, sitor eneral Joy Partington has been reading for RPH and which deliberately challenge listeners Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ as well as articles that are simply amusing Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw. and entertaining. Gill says, “Having several for allon members of the hospitality industry el A Life to Remember readers each program ensures a variety of

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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 Helen Mathew m 0419 399 737 to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at Mount Beauty | www.mountaincreekarch.com 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 Visityou thebring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the Station case of wet Bogong Power weather, a contingency planCentre will be in place. Information For historical geological exhibits. Friends are welcome to &pass this invite on and it is understood members of Lyn’s Now openthat Sundays family will- be in attendance. • Village 10:30am 2:30pm Bogong Alpine

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Got a problem with pests?

5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty

Andrew Poulton

Phone: 5754 1270

RPH ‘Radio for those with a Print Disability’ is presented on Wednesday afternoons from 2pm to 3pm and on Thursday evenings from 7pm to 8pm. Tune in to Alpine FM 96.5FM in the Kiewa Valley and 92.9FM in the Ovens Valley. You can also listen online via livestream at www.alpineradio.com.au or the Community Radio Plus App. Alpine FM is a wonderful environment in which to volunteer, and the team encourage anyone who would like to either volunteer to read, or who would like to find out more to please contact the station on 03 5754 4554 or email: secretary@alpineradio.com. •

to prepare for winter and do some serious saving on product needs for the season. To be held at the Frying Pan Inn, in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek, the Trade Fair will take place on Tuesday 2nd May from 10am to 5pm and again on Wednesday I DREAM OF SNOW 3rd, from 9am to 4pm. vintage collectables & new décor Companies invited to exhibit include Bedding Suppliers, Linen, ManchesterMemorabilia – Keep-sakes & Artefacts and Window Furnishing suppliers, Wine Check the Website: www.idreamofsnow.com Enquiries - Email: info@idreamofsnow.com and Spirit merchants, Wholesale Food Suppliers, Chemical, Cleaning and Toiletry suppliers and equipment suppliers. Prepare for the season and save money. Visit the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Further details from: Mb: 0400 350 488. •

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We can help with:

• Pre-purchase home inspections • Sniffer dog tracking of Termites • Rodents • Spiders • Wasps - and all other pests that crawl or fly!

Ph: 1300 559 799 Mb: 0427 914 909 Em: Andrew@bugroffpestbusters.com

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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK Cedarwood Apt 20

n exclusive newly-renovated residence in the heart of the Australian Alps at Cedarwood Apartment Complex, this three bedroom, two bathroom apartment features unparalleled views of the surrounding alps all year round and provides excellent ski in, ski out access from the home trails in winter. Meticulously designed, the apartment showcases a flexible open plan living space that mixes modern practicality and sophisticated design and is split over two levels. Lavish interiors inspired by international architectures, famous monuments, and trending decor styles together make this luxury apartment distinct. The lower floor features an entertainer’s dream - a kitchen that is equipped with marble topped benches, sleek world class appliances and built-in refrigerator that blends in with the cabinetry. Step into the bright and airy living/dining area boasting an abundance of light and be drawn to the immaculate mountain views from the large balcony. Just off the living room is located the first of three bedrooms with an en suite. Upstairs is where you find the second living area with two bedrooms, each overlooking the same breath-taking mountains. This apartment strikes with its added level of premium quality through beautifully fully tiled bathrooms. This is a home of extraordinary presence, yet one that enjoys a sense of warmth. Cedarwood Apartments are ideally located at the highest point in the Falls Creek village and within walking distance to all village facilities including a number of bars and

restaurants. The apartment complex also contains a ski hire store for the convenience of its guests. While the quality of your 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 more trails planned and some being accessed from very close to Cedarwood. Add to these the many kilometres of aqueducts and management vehicle tracks and your exploring, whether on foot 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.

Meticulously designed, with a flexible open plan living space and sophisticated design inspired by international architectures. Pics – Courtesy the Agent

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 as well as regular mountain bike shuttles. And to quote our CEO from a recent article “Falls Creek has the highest total visitor days of any Alpine Resort in Victoria.” At $1,600,000, this three bedroom, two bathroom meticulous apartment should be investigated. Contact Christa at Zirky Real Estate, Mb: 0402 277 808. Wb: www. zirkyrealestate.com.au. •

MOTORING TIPS Preparing For Winter

Radio Reading... Powered by Volunteers Alpine FM presents two one-hour RPH programs per week, reading from selected local and national newspapers. RPH Radio reading is the on-air live reading of newspapers, magazines and other publications for people with vision impairment, blindness or other print disability. Tune in on Wednesdays at 2pm and Thursdays at 7pm. Serving the local community. 96.5FM in the Kiewa Valley. Streaming on www.alpineradio.com.au and the Community Radio Plus app.

• Check your battery. Cold weather is hard on all batteries. Make sure yours is in good nick. • Replace your wiper blades and keep your washer bottle full. Trying to rid your windscreen of ice with your wipers will only damage the blades.

Alpine FM acknowledges funding assistance provided by the Community Broadcasting Foundation for RPH programming.

• Check the condition of your tyres – or even consider getting winter tyres- more grip in slippery conditions.

MEDICAL SERVICES

Mount Beauty ▼

• Make sure your tire pressure is exactly what it should be.

WHERE Tawonga Crescent. WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday 10am – 12noon Saturdays. HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments

• Check your wheel chains and ensure that you know how to fit them correctly. Too many problems are caused by people not knowing how to fit chains correctly!

▼ Falls Creek

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 36 years experience.

WHO

WHAT

Mark Zagorski OAM, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Sky Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton, Lauren Cusson, Damian Heman, Daniel Florisson & Andrew Mason. Fully accredited General Practice with 42 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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• Check the amount of coolant/anti-freeze in your radiator. Our Service Centres have a Glycometer which will measure how cold your radiator fluid can get before freezing. • Carry a few emergency supplies, like a blanket, warm gloves, ice scraper, shovel – in case you get stuck out on the road.

A Motoring Tip brought to you by

Rick at Mount Beauty Service Centre

35 Bogong High Plains road, Mount Beauty

Ph: 03 5754 4261

FARM REVEGETATION WORKSHOP Shade, Shelter & Biodiversity

iewa Catchment Landcare Groups in partnership with Agriculture Victoria are excited to welcome you all to our Shade, Shelter & Biodiversity Farm Revegetation workshop. This farm walk and field day will provide participants with an understanding of how to best plan revegetation for livestock shade and shelter and biodiversity on their farms. Hear how it has been successfully implemented on a working beef farm in the Kiewa Valley and learn the practical steps involved to make it work. We will also go through the steps and demo the revegetation process, including equipment and materials needed for success.

Brad Costin from Agriculture Victoria will share his knowledge as our guest speaker on the day. We will also hear from property owner Michael Bonhote, who will share his own experiences, challenges and lessons learnt over the past decade. We will explore many topics and questions including Benefits of increasing biodiversity to farm production/ag enterprise (e.g shade, shelter for livestock and improved ability to move stock. • How good planning up front can help with long-term production benefit and the best way to plan it. • Benefits of increasing biodiversity for environmental outcomes and climate change (e.g. reduced erosion, improved habitat, more birds). • Revegetation process & planting methods - demo of equipment and materials, plus costs associated and…

WELCOME BACK TO WINTER!

• Species selection.

We have lots to keep you warm!

• The importance of site preparation including: spot spraying, deep ripping etc.

Mount Beauty Hardware & Drapery Store

• Importance of paddock trees.

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

Mon – Fri: 9am – 5:30pm Saturday: 9am – 4pm Sun & Public Hol.s: 9am – 2pm

• Fencing design – Types of fences for the terrain & location & best paddock tree guards.

12 – 14 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty

• Maintenance process and its challenges. eg - weeds, stock damaging fencing or plants.

Ph: 03 5754 1999

No matter how good it looks, it can be better – and improved knowledge is key for everyone’s improved returns. Pic – Courtesy KCLG

This event is a free and catered event with lunch supplied at 12pm on-site. BYO chair if needed. Welcome to anyone in the region or beyond. Please register via this link here. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ shade-shelter-biodiversity-farmrevegetation-workshop-tickets355016723577?fbclid=IwAR2HXde52oGOVKSCzYEcA-_4G9u1o2s7yAWTcV0 YynUDaWp8DzTT6L1UHQ * Please remember to wear gumboots or waterproof shoes and warm clothing as we will be walking near creek lines and parts of the property as part of the event. Parking on site will be a 100m up Ropers Rd, near the stockyards. This will be well signed on the day. For any more information please contact Charles Daaboul - KCLG Project Officer at projects@kclg.org.au or on Mb: 0493 268 085. •

EMERGENCY EMERGENCY Ambulance EMERGENCY BROADCASTER Alpine Radio (Fires & Floods) ELECTRICITY Faults & Emergencies FIRE Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/ Tawonga HOSPITAL Mount Beauty MEDICAL CENTRES Falls Creek Mount Beauty

000 000 96.5 FM 13 17 99 000 5754 3500 5758 3238 5754 3400

POLICE (non-emergency) Falls Creek Mount Beauty Wangaratta REGIONAL ROADS VICTORIA Falls Creek RACV Falls Creek/Mount Beauty BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS CFA STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE Falls Creek WILDLIFE RESCUE

131 444 5758 3424 5754 4244 5723 0600 133 778 5758 3287 5750 1230 1800 668 511 13 25 00 0421 553 527

ARIEL'S LAUNDRETTE OPEN: 8am - 8pm weekdays 9am - 7pm weekends & Public Holidays 41 Bogong High Plains Road, Mount Beauty · Ph: 0400 350 488

2022 WINTER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Ed 02 * 17.06.22 * Queen’s Birthday Wrap. Winter Season Activities. New Businesses (C) Ed 03 * 24.06.22 * Start Victorian School Holidays, Come & Try XC Skiing, Nordic Bowl. (C) Ed 04* 01.07.22 * Start NSW School Hol.s. Winter Night Shows and Fireworks. (C) Ed 05 * 08.07.22 * Throwdown One, Panorama. Snow Trek & Travel High Plains Tour. (C) DISTRIBUTION: • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club lodges & apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga & Dederang, plus the RMB’s between Dederang & Tawonga & selected venues in Bright & Myrtleford. ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ WEBSITE: • www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au

ADVERTISING RATES:

• 1 column (6cm wide) = $15.00 per cm. 4cp = $20.00 per cm. • 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $25.00 per cm. 4cp = $35.00 per cm. • 3 column (19cm wide) = $35.00 per cm. 4cp = $49.00 per cm. CLASSIFIEDS: • Like the Trading Post. Send in your Classifieds and pay when you sell. BUSINESS DIR.: • $5.90 per line per Edition. DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date CONTRACT: • A Summer Season Contract is available for advertising in all 16 editions of summer offering a 15% discount – Invoiced four Editions in advance. Invoice dates are: 09.10.21, 04.12.21, 05.02.22 & 01.04.22. This works out to two adverts per month. • DISPLAY:

ENQUIRIES For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact: Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488 Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

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

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ALPINE RESPONSIBILITY CODE Respect Gets Respect

egardless of how you enjoy your snow sport, always show courtesy to others and be aware that there are inherent risks in all snow recreational activities that common sense, protective equipment and personal awareness can reduce. These risks include rapid changes in the weather, visibility and surface conditions, as well as natural and artificial hazards such as rocks, trees, stumps, vehicles, lift towers, snow fences and snowmaking equipment. Observe the Code and Share with others the Responsibility for a great experience 1. Know your ability and always stay in control and be able to stop and avoid other people or objects. It is your responsibility to stay in control on the ground and in the air. 2. Take lessons from professional instructors to learn and progress. 3. Use appropriate protective equipment to minimise the risk of injury. 4. Before using any lift you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely. 5. Observe and obey all signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails or runs. 6. Give way to people below and beside you on the hill. It is your responsibility to avoid them.

7. Do not stop where you are not clearly visible from above. Look uphill and give way to others when entering/exiting a trail or starting downhill. 8. Always ensure your equipment is in good condition and use suitable restraining devices to avoid runaway skiing/ boarding equipment, even when riding chairlifts. 9. Do not ski, board, ride a lift or undertake any other alpine activity if your ability is impaired by drugs or alcohol. 10. If you are involved in, or witness an accident or collision, alert Ski Patrol, remain at the scene and identify yourself to the Ski Patrol. Know the code. It’s your responsibility. Failure to observe the code may result in cancellation of your ticket or pass by ski patrol or other authorised personnel. Respect gets respect - from the lift line, to the slopes, through the park and the resort. •

This is the Alpine Responsibility Code – very distinctive and not too hard to read. Run through it each time you have the chance – there may be a prize at the end of it! Pic – Courtesy ASAA

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.

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

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.

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.

Snowmobile 2004 Polaris Trail Touring. Electric start and electric reverse. Only travelled 240km, always housed undercover at Wang Ski Club and regularly serviced. Comes with service manual and supplement. Located Mount Beauty, all offers considered. Contact Chris 0457 410 933.

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

FOR SALE Children’s Ski Pants. 'Crane Snowextreme' Size 10 & 14 Blue, Size 12 Black. Excellent Condition: $20 ea. Mb: 0419 286 382.

LOOKING FOR WORK The are many positions available on the Falls Creek website. Go to this link to access the employment pages: https://www.fallscreek.com.au/employment/ VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. All equipment provided. Bing a drink bottle and towel. $6 per session. All Welcome. 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). Note: Classes do not run in school holidays. Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438289293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)

BUSINESS DIRECTORY ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS Call Kerry Mb: 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs. ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE Frueauf Village (below Milch Café) Grnd Floor, Rm 2, 4 Schuss St. Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 3766. Em: fallscreek@ altitudephysiotherapy.com.au. Wb: www.altitude.physio 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. Enail Dave at: oztekconstructions@gmail.com. Or Ph: 0466 990 862. CIVIL CLEBRANT – 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 fromAlbury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Mon 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

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

WHAT'S ON IN 2022

TWO SITES CONSIDERED For NE Water Off-Take

COVID-19 Restriction changes and weather may impact some of these events. Please check with the organiser for the most up-to-date information.

“The reference group has now decided that two sites be progressed for further consideration which include Embankment Drive near the outflow of the pondage and a site near the top of tail race pumping from the West Kiewa and the tail race.”

location for critical new water infrastructure in Mount Beauty has been narrowed down to two potential sites by a community and key stakeholder reference group.

JUN 18 & 25 Park Run. 8am at Bicentennial Park by the lake in Lakeside Avenue.

It is anticipated that the reference group and the technical sub-group will meet one more time to finalise their recommendations to the North East Water Board.

The group, made up of 13 community members and seven representatives from key agencies, have been meeting regularly since March to provide advice to North East Water about potential locations of a raw water offtake.

“The meetings have been extremely important in giving the community a voice in the location of this crucial piece of infrastructure.”

“During the last few months, everyone has had an opportunity to have a comprehensive tour of each of the nine proposed offtake locations.”

Community Evening with the Resilience Project. Keynote Speaker Martin Heppell. West Peak Hotel. Registrations through Eventbrite

JUN 26 & JUL 2

Telemark Nordic Ski Club ‘Come & Try XC Skiing day. 10am Nordic Bowl. Ph: Lynn-Maree 0409 592 226.

JUN 28 JUL 5

Twilight Tuesdays – taking place every Tuesday from now through to late August. 3:30pm to 5:30pm in the Village Bowl – a Street Party for kids and adults alike. Fire pits, marshmallows, games and music and possibly even Pete the Snowdragon. Further details: 03 5758 1200.

JUL 2 TDFNL Rd 12. Dederang Mount Beauty V Tallangatta @ Dederang.

Project information including minutes of the reference group meetings, is located on the Corporation’s website at www.newater. com.au/mtbeauty.

“We also set-up a working group made up of five reference group members with specialised expertise to explore each site, and several other possibilities, in greater technical detail.”

JUN 22

JUN 25 Night Skiing as Wombat's Ramble lights up on Saturday and Wednesday evenings, 6pm to 8:45pm allowing you to continue your ski and snowboard adventures.

Ms Murdoch added, “I want to thank all members of the group for their participation in this part of the engagement process.”

“Not only has the group shared its expertise and knowledge of the area, members have discussed opportunities and learnt about the challenges of each site,” Ms Murdoch said.

TDFNL Rd 10. Chiltern V Dederang Mount Beauty.

JUN 25 TDFNL Rd 11. Rutherglen V Dederang Mount Beauty.

The Board will visit the preferred sites in Mount Beauty, as well as meet the reference group members, before making a final location decision in July.

Managing Director, Jo Murdoch, said the meetings have been led by an independent facilitator who has steered some very open and honest conversation.

JUN 18

JUL 7-10

Contact Details for further information: Luke Jobson, Communications & Engagement Coordinator. Em: ljobson@ newater.com.au. Mb: 0417 755 363 •

In 2022, there will be two Mim's 3 Day Women's Ski Program events to choose from. The first will take place from Friday 15 July to Sunday 17 July 2022, and the second from Friday 2 September to Sunday 4 September.

JUL 9 Snow Trek & Travel High Plains Tour. 1/2.5/5/10km. 11am FC Nordic Bowl. Len Budge Mb: 0417 352 845.

VILLAGE DIRECTORY A

FALLS CREEK HOTEL JBs BAR / RESTAURANT

FEATHERTOP RESTAURANT

SNOWRIDER RENTALS

CENTRAL SNOWSPORTS CEDARWOOD

FC SPORTS VILLAGE BOWL

FRYING PAN INN

LAKESIDE LODGE

LEES RESTAURANT

SKI VALET SNOWLANDS

NORDIC CENTRE CAFE

6. Schuss St

KOKI SNOWSPORTS HIRE

Windy Corner

HALLEYS SKI HIRE

NELSE LODGE

ELK AT FALLS

COCK ‘n’ BULL

SNONUTS DONUTS APRES VOUS BAZAAR FC SPORTS SLALOM PLAZA

2. Falls Ck OISHII GO Central FC SPORTS SILVERSKI

THE MAN HOTEL

4. Albury Corner

ASTRA BAR/ RESTAURANT

HUSKI CAFE

3. Winterhaven Corner

THE PASS COFFEE STINGRAY THE BOARD LOUNGE SPA Q GYMNASIUM

CENTRAL SNOWSPORTS WINTERHAVEN WINTERHAVEN RESTAURANT

CFA Police

SNOWDRIFT REST./ BAR

ALTITUDE PHYSIOTHERAPY

1. Slalom Plaza

SUMMIT RIDGE RESTAURANT

MILCH CAFE / BAR

THE LAST FC SPORTS HOOT SNOWLANDS

5. The Bowl

Slalom / High Plains Road

YOGI SKI MART

DIANA LODGE RESTAURANT ALFIES FAST FOOD

ATS

COUNTRY CLUB RESTAURANT

The Gully

GATEWAY CAFE / BAR

to Howmans Gap Alpine Centre 4km

Snow-cleared road Ski-in / ski-out road Stairs

Defibrilator location 17

Police

CFA

SES

Police / CFA / SES

Street number

ATS (Accommodation Transfer Service)

Information centre

Medical centre / ambulance

Village bus stop

Toilets

Post office

Helipad / Parking

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