PRICELESS SUMMER EDITION SEVEN THURSDAY 25TH JANUARY 2018

Thanks for a great effort!

• Top: Mark Weir competed well at last week’s Gravity Enduro. Pic – Charlie Brown. • Left: The Alpine Classic brings a wealth of talent to the community. Pic – Ken Bell. • Right: Australia Day is for everyone to enjoy. Pic - Kylie @ Bigbrightphotos.com.au

FALLS CREEK Open For Businesswww.fallscreek.com.au

AccommodationAlpha LodgeOpen for Summer. Self-cater Accommodation $61 p/p p/n twin/dbl. $45 p/p p/n bunk room. Parallel Street. Ph: 03 57587 3488 or visit www.alphaskilodge.com.au.

Altitude ApartmentsSpacious fully self-contained accommodation. Open all year round. Bike storage and free wi-fi. On-site café, bar & restaurant Be Foodstore. Ph: 5758 3811 Wb: www.altitudefallscreek.com.au.

Attunga LodgeOpen for comfortable Bed & Breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed, Arlberg Street. Ph: 03 5758 3255

Bogong Alpine VillageFully self-contained holiday homes on the banks of Lake Guy surrounded by wonderful gardens and walking trails. 15km from Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5754 1131 or visit: www.bogongvillage.com

Cedarwood ApartmentsFully self-contained apartment accommodation. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3393

Falls Creek Country ClubFully self contained accommodation from $140 /dbl/night. Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au. 7 Bogong High Plains Road.

QT Hotel Falls CreekApartment 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

Snowski ApartmentsSelf contained accommodation open all year round with on-site management. Located in the Village Bowl. Ph: 5758 3356, or visit www.snowskiapartments.com.au

Dining & BarBE FoodstoreOpen for drinks, lunch & dinner, Thurs – Mon. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222. Refer Ad this edition.

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

Milch Café Open Daily for drinks & meals. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3407. Refer Ad this Edition.

Stingray Restaurant @ QTOpen 8am – 2pm daily and later on Tuesdays for drinks and meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5732 8000. Refer Ad this Editiion

Visitor InformationUpstairs, Resort Management Office (above Day Shelter). Open 9am – 5pm weekdays and 10am – 3pm weekends & Public Holidays. Ph: 03 5758 1202.

Outdoor ActivitiesMountain 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.

ShoppingFalls Creek FoodworksFor all licensed supermarket lines – located in St Falls West, lower level. Open 10am – 5pm Mon to Sat & 10am – 3pm Sundays. Ph: 03 5758 3009.

Child CareFalls 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.

Thirty Three Years On

Proudly able to claim to be the event that started it all, the Audax Alpine Classic has had a change of name

for this year. Now with the involvement of Sports Media and Entertainment 360 P/L the event will no longer come under the Audax banner and will simply be known as the Alpine Classic 2018.

The original event, back in 1985 saw six cyclists tackle the gruelling 200km ride from Bright, over the Gap to Mount Beauty, up the hill to Falls Creek, back down through Mount Beauty, over the Gap again to Bright and then up to Buffalo and back. Not a bad little ride for a day.

And so it has grown and during the 2000’s entry numbers regularly ran at over 2000 entrants. Now, with the advent of many other rides, like our Peaks Challenge Falls Creek and the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Ride (on this same weekend) the Alpine Classic is holding entry numbers at around 1600 riders.

Based in Howitt Park, the Alpine Classic also provides a fun family time, the Bonjour Bright, while the riders tackle the nine courses ranging from moderate to seriously challenging, all fabulously supported by a great team of volunteers. Bonjour Bright will keep families, support crews and riders entertained at the free festival held in Howitt Park. The French-themed festival will feature live music and entertainers, films, kid’s activities, food, wine and beer, and a great atmosphere for cyclists to begin

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and end their rides. (See program this edition).

All these riders on the roads may be a little inconvenient – but that is the reality of life. Once again, this is an example of the developing summer trade we are all seeking – and with it comes situations we must all learn to deal with.

As is indicated by notices elsewhere in this publication, there will be changed traffic conditions on the roads around Bright, Mount Beauty, Falls Creek, Mount Buffalo, Mount Hotham and Omeo over the weekend. Saturday is the big day, and

motorists should allow plenty of time to get to their destinations. Visitors to Falls Creek for the Dragon Boat Festival – also on Saturday 27th – are advised to allow plenty of time for the trip up the road.

Cycling in the area has proved to be a fabulous boon for the economy (worth millions of dollars), not only with events, but also with many, many hundreds of people coming to the area to ride and train and experience the pleasure of riding in the high country all through our summer period. For example, Estaban Chaves, Orica Scott team member, in Falls Creek training for three weeks. •

An early start is the secret to the 200km Alpine Classic when the air is clear and the scenery superb. Pic – Ken Bell

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At Your Service Coffees, brunches, long lunches and

enjoyable dinners! Modern Australian Menu

• Healthy food • Home-baked goodies • Milkshakes • Brownies,

Biscuits • Devonshire Teas • Fresh Juices!

Mondays: Burger Night $25 – includes a drink!

Wednesdays: Curry Night $20 Fridays: Steak Night $25

Enjoy the sun on our deck while checking our fabulous wines and

cocktails!! NB! Check our hours for February!!

4 Schuss Street, Falls Creek Ph: 03 5758 3407

For Menu and further Information visit: www.snowlands.com.au/thelasthoot

Slalom Plaza (start of the bike trails)

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An exotic range of Pasta, Pizza, Salads & main meals with a truly

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$15 Pizza & Beer Specials! Wednesdays and Saturdays!!

Chicken Parmy & Long Neck $35 Special offered every day!!

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Suburban hip café meets the high country!

Fabulous food plus specialty coffee, organic tea, super smoothies, shakes

& fresh juices! Open for Lunch & Dinner - plus all day

eats and treats – made with love!Tasty regional; craft beers on tap – plus

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Local goodness with friendly service! Open 7 Days 9am til late until February

Then Open Five Days – Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

See us on Facebook & Instagram. For reservations, call: 03 5758 3222

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Great Success

Local lad Ben McIlroy is an up and coming Enduro mountain bike racer. Over the last two years he has

progressed to be the fastest junior rider in Australia winning both the National Series and the National Championships in 2016. On March 26 Ben went and raced his first ever EWS (Enduro World Series) event in Rotorua, New Zealand. Prior to the event Matt Rousu caught up with Ben to chat about the race and his potential future in the mountain bike world.MR: Is this your first overseas race?Ben: Yep, first overseas race, first EWS (Enduro World Series), so it’s going to be pretty exciting.MR: Is it excitement or are you nervous?Ben: I’m probably a bit more nervous than excited. Excited to race overseas, but nervous because it’s such a big event.MR: Have you heard anything about the tracks over in Rotorua, NZ?Ben: From what Chris (Panozzo) has said, they’re fast and there aren’t many rocks.MR: How did you get into riding?Ben: Pretty much because of my Dad,

when I was about 12 I started showing more interest in racing. I went to a few of the Victorian Enduro events but after a couple of years that series kind of fell apart. I then stared racing the national series.MR: How many national events have you raced?Ben: My first national year in 2015. I raced three events, Toowoomba, Adelaide, and Canberra and placed 3rd overall for the series.In 2016 I raced the Bright, Perth and Adelaide National series events winning all three and the U19 series overall. I then went on to win U19 National Champs in Adelaide (with a time that would have knocked Troy Brosnan off the elite podium).MR: How did you end up travelling and racing alongside Chris Panozzo (2 time Elite Gravity Enduro Australian champion)?Ben: I first met Chris at a Victorian Enduro state round at Barjarg, I was still like Under 15s or Under 17s and I knew that he was a fast dude. I wanted to hang out with the fast guys so I wanted to hang out with Chris Panozzo.I remember at Barjarg the shuttles were always a bit delayed, we were hanging out down the bottom for so long that we nearly missed our race runs. When we got to the top, everyone was wondering where we’d been. He was just like “Ah we’ve just been chilling at the bottom.” So that felt pretty cool.After that he invited me to travel with him to the next round at Narbethong. During that trip we decided not to race any more of the Vic series. I thought that I wouldn’t really continue racing but then Chris invited me to Toowoomba. That was my first national race and from then on we just became mates and he invited me along to all

of the races he was doing.MR: What are your goals for this year, more EWS or is going to be too hard to juggle school?Ben: I’m racing the EWS in New Zealand and in Tasmania but this year I want to finish Year 12 and get out alive, do as much riding as I can and stay fit. It’s probably not the best year to be going into my first EWS because Year 12 takes up such a massive chunk of my time.MR: Have you got any plans for further studies such as University, or depending on how these two EWS events go, would you like to chance it and try to become a professional racer?Ben: I haven’t really thought too much about it. Becoming a professional mountain biker would be pretty sick but you sort of do have to have another profession once you come out the other side.MR: Do you think you’d be able to develop a career and race at the same time?Ben: Yeah, looking at someone like Paul

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Visit the Bogong Power Station Information CentreFor historical & geological exhibits.

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LOCAL RADIOAlpine Radio 96.5 FMIn the Kiewa ValleyAlpine Radio 92.9 FM In the Ovens ValleyAlpine Radio 94.5 FM In the Harrietville areaEmergency Services BroadcasterMount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local news, snow reports and developing programs.Ph: 5754 4554Email: info@alpineradio.com.auWebsite: www.alpineradio.com.au

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OPTOMETRIST - MOUNT BEAUTYKelly Gibbons from Wodonga Eyecare consulting at the new rooms in the Mount Beauty Medical

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Ben McIlroy with bike - and a ‘can-do’ attitude. Pic - Matt Rousu.

AUSTRALIA DAY It Means A Lot

Self-respect and personal pride go together and become the basis for living successfully. It is not about how

much money you have or whether you think you are better than someone else – because the truth is that we are all equal and money will not make anyone a better person.

And then there is the pride we exhibit as a nation. To my mind the greatest example of National Pride would be a perfectly functioning education system, a health system for all and no homelessness.

Like it or not, Australia has a National Flag and there are protocols relating to the flag and how it is handled.

1. Show respect and dignity for all Australian flags. The Australian National flag takes precedence in positioning over all other flags or ensigns. On Australian soil, the Australian National flag takes precedence over other national flags.

2. Fly the flag. The following must be observed when flying the Australian National flag: •Raise it no earlier than first light. •Lower it no later than dusk. •If you wish to fly the Australian National flag by night, it must be floodlit.

3. Raise the flag quickly and lower it ceremoniously. During the raising and lowering of the Australian National flag, everyone present must be silent and face the flag. This also applies to when the flag is carried in a parade. Those in uniform are obliged to salute the flag.

Another important point is that you should never let the National Flag touch the ground, the water, or the floor.

2017 Young Citizen of the year, Ebony Tanzen gets a congratulatory hug from proud dad Brent.

Pic – Kylie @ BigBrightPhotos.Com.Au

The Australian National Flag consists of: The Union Jack - this depicts Australia’s past links with Great Britain.

The Southern Cross - Five stars that emphasise the importance of navigation to Australia and the southerly location of Australia geographically. The Southern Cross constellation is only viewable from the southern hemisphere.

The Commonwealth Star - also known as the Star of Federation - this shows the unity of the six States and the combined Territories of this country.

There are many varied points of view – but the fact is, it is our flag and comes to us with a history – from a continent where flags were used for many centuries prior. We treat our flag with respect – the same as we treat each other with respect.

Australia Day is our National Day and locally, our Australia Day celebrations begin at around 7:45am in Hydro Park beside the swimming pool with the Upper Kiewa Valley Lions putting on an excellent breakfast of bacon, eggs, sausages, orange juice, tea and coffee – all for a gold coin donation.

Our fabulous Mount Beauty Community Band has become firmly entrenched as part of our celebrations – and will continue to do so this year. Also on hand will be free flag wavers, face painting and temporary tattoos for the kids.

The official part of the day begins at 9:30am with the presentation of Alpine Shire Australia Day Community Awards (Local Achiever of the Year – Kiewa Valley,

Local Young Achiever of the Year – Kiewa Valley and other deserving recipients. Local councilors will be on hand to make the presentations and the guest speaker on the day is to be advised. •

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MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY

WHEREWHEN

HOW

WHO

WHAT

Tawonga Crescent

8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays

Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments24 hours for emergencies

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Laura Tanzen.

Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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A TIME TO REMEMBER

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ANZAC Day

The years flash by; the numbers of actual returned service personnel diminishes - and yet the respect

increases. Fortunately conflicts of the scale of WW1 and WW11 have not re-occurred. New returned service personnel are now coming from the ranks of Vietnam Vets and those who have seen service in the Middle East. Numbers are being maintained by other service personnel and all are supported by the very appreciative public.Over the years, the numbers of spectator supporters that have turned up to show their appreciation has grown dramatically. This, to me, says that there remains a very strong - yet unspoken - feeling of gratitude and respect among the community and in our quiet way, we just turn up and express our acknowledgement of our ‘diggers.’ANZAC Day is the one of the few opportunities in the year where people can come together with a solemn and sincere purpose. It is a day that engenders pride and reinforces the gratefulness carried by the bulk of the nation. It is expected that this year will be no different.Falls Creek ServiceJoin 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.

ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am - 6:15am. Service at Eagle Rock - including a Bagpipe recital.. All friends and visitors welcome. For further information please call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek.com.au/Events.Mount Beauty ServiceAnzac Day Services are as follows. The Early Morning Service will take place in Bi-Centennial Park, Lakeside Avenue (beside the shire offices) beginning at 7am. A small informal service with a speaker from the local RSL. All welcome.The Anzac Day March will come down Hollonds Street, starting from the assembly point in Park Street, near the Police Station at 10:45am, but marchers should be assembled and ready to go at 10:30am. Whilst Hollonds Street will not be closed, traffic movement will be restricted as the marchers come down the street.The Commemorative Service will take place at the Cenotaph, beginning at 11am. The Motion of Loyalty will be offered by Councillor Tony Keeble of the Alpine Shire. Prayers will be led by Sister Eileen Reardon of the Catholic Church and the Guest Speaker on the day will be Flight L Richard Cornell ALTC Bandiana..

The address for the day will be offered by students from the Mount Beauty Secondary College. Speakers will be school captains, Katerina Trnka and Connor Vickers. At our local service, wreaths will be laid by many community representatives and members of the public are invited to do so if they wish.Further details on the service from Mr Bob Williams, President, Mount Beauty RSL on 5754 1585, or 0427 784 499.Following the service, everyone is invited to the Mount Beauty Senior Citizens Rooms for a BBQ Lunch, refreshments and the traditional activities (read two-up), plus a couple of beers and a few old stories. •

Diggers marching down Hollonds Street last year, led by Jim Crebbin on his WW1 Motor bike. Pic - Ken Bell.

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Slalom Plaza (start of the bike trails)

Ph: 03 5758 3088

At the base of the walking and mountain biking trails!OPEN seven days a week...8am to 2pm .. for breakfast, lunch, coffee, snacks and drinks!Locals Tuesday - from 5pmKids Entertainment, Free Meat Raffles, Free Pool and Darts comp!

• Apartment style luxury rooms• Pool & Jacuzzi• Sauna & Steam Room

Available for Groups Bookings and Functions. Contact us for details!

Melbourne hip café meets the alpine, Be Foodstore offers healthier eating

options utilising the region’s abundance of quality seasonal produce.Specialty coffee, organic tea, super smoothies, fresh squeezed juices and healthy snacks complement our lunch &

dinner offering.Fully licensed with regional craft

beers on tap.Open Five days 9am - late. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday.

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Mountain Biking is no longer for the elites only

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Fantastic Events

Report by Matt Rousu. Round Two of the Victorian Enduro Tour (20-21 Jan) was held at the legendary

Big Hill Mountain Bike Park in Mount Beauty. The small town in the state’s North-East attracted close to 200 riders over a scorching hot summer weekend. Faced with iconic old-school single track, flat corners, steep chutes and freshly cut off-camber grass sections the racers would tackle five unique stages while a 6th super technical stage was reserved for the Elite categories only.

The entry list read more like a National event with some athletes travelling 1000km to attend. Two times National Champion Chris Panozzo, former World XCE

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Champion Paul van der Ploeg and World Cup DH sensation Dean Lucas would do battle with other top athletes Jeremy Hamilton, Shannon Hewetson, Dave Ludenia, Ben McIlroy and the Panozzo brothers Liam and Joel. A wildcard was thrown into the mix with former champion Dan MacMunn making his return to the Enduro scene. The Elite Women category was spearheaded by Ebony Tanzen - she would compete with Rachel Hore and Danielle Garden.

Saturday was reserved for practice and each rider was allowed to shuttle only four times throughout the day. Many athletes rode up early to try and beat the forecasted 39-degree heat of the afternoon. It was a clever move to also understand how much liaison climbing would be involved on race

day. The shuttle road itself allows a full-size bus to ferry over 50 riders to the top at once so no-one had to wait long in line. Years of running national mountain bike events have the Mount Beauty crew and volunteers well organised and it showed with all the riders getting maximum time on the trails.

The overall vibe was relaxed and fun yet many of the riders were finding the tracks challenging and awkward. Every trail in Mount Beauty has been hand-built - it is renowned for its raw and natural approach, often going from fast and flowy to tight and rocky and with the temperature rising it became a frustrating puzzle for some. Go to www.pinkbike.com for a fabulous wrap and brilliant photos by Matt. For full results, go to www.livingitlive.com.au. •

The Cosgriff kids with Elite Men’s Winner, Chris Panozzo. Pic – Matt Rousu

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Hard Waste Collection

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 DebriefIt 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.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.If you have any specific agenda items, please email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. We look forward to seeing you all there. •

for all members of the hospitality industry 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 3rd, from 9am to 4pm.Companies invited to exhibit include Bedding Suppliers, Linen, Manchester and Window Furnishing suppliers, Wine 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. •

A Life to RememberA 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. •Trade Fair @ Falls CreekSomething of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity

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MOTORING TIPSRegular ServicingOur car is like our body. We must look after it all of the time - not just when something fails.Regular servicing will identify when items are wearing (brake pads, tyres, filters, hoses etc). These and other wearing items can be replaced before they let us down on the road.Imagine discovering (too late) that your Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re heading for the tree.Regular servicing is important for the good health of your vehicle - and for your good health and safety!A Motoring Tip brought to you by:Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre,

Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty, Ph: 5754 4261

MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY

WHEREWHEN

HOW

WHO

WHAT

Tawonga Crescent

8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays

Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments24 hours for emergencies

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.

Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

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Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

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van der Ploeg (2013 XCE World Champion and also raised in Mount Beauty) who’s been at University for like forever but at the same time he’s been a professional mountain biker. So it’s possible.I like Physics so maybe something to do with engineering. I’d love to get involved with building new parts for bikes, making them faster and better. Developing ideas like Shimano’s new electronic gearing, which I’ve just got on my new bike.MR: It’s pretty obvious you like to keep involved with the mountain bike world. Do you feel any pressure from a biking perspective during your final year at school?Ben: There’s so many people helping me and pushing me into the pro mountain bike scene and it’s so easy to get sucked into it and think it’s going to continue to be easy for the rest of my life. I step back and think that it’ll be hard work, but with the right support I could do it. I think it’s important to still have to the love for mountain biking.MR: Do you think your love for the sport will change if you become a full on racer?Ben: Not really, As much as I enjoy the whole vibe of riding with my mates, hanging out and having a good time. I still really really enjoy the racing aspect of mountain biking, it determines who is the best and everyone wants to be the best at what they do.Racing has brought mountain biking to where it is today, bikes are lighter and faster and better than ever and racing has played a massive role in that.MR: Do you have any expectations racing your first EWS in New Zealand?

Ben: I have no idea. I don’t know if I’m going to come last or first or not finish. I hope there’s lots of riders, because in the Australian races there’s only like 20 athletes, but it’s the other side of the world for all the Europeans, so I don’t know if the junior riders will travel that far, but I’ll just wait and see.MR: Well have an awesome time; I’m sure it’ll be fun no matter what the result. Is there anyone you’d like to thank?Ben: Mum and Dad, Chris, Sam and everyone from Shimano.Results:In the Enduro World Series in Rotorua, Ben achieved a creditable 12th place out of

about 50 entrants in the U21’s after a bit of a rough day.After the trip to New Zealand, Ben then went on to compete at EWS Round Two at Derby, in North Eastern Tasmania. But this time, among the U21 competitors, it all came together for Ben and he finished on top of the podium - and is currently leading the U21 class after the first two rounds. With the next six rounds taking place all round the world, Ben is about to focus on year 12 and the Australian National Enduro Series. • Matt Rousu

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Ben McIlroy cruising the tracks on Big Hill. Pic -Matt Rousu.

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ENQUIRIESFor Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact:Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488

Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.auKirsten Seaver Email: kseaver@own.net.au

For Payment, Placement of Ads or Subscriptions please forward to:Phone/Fax: 03 5754 1346 Office Address: Suite 2, 41 Kiewa Valley Highway, Mount Beauty.Postal Address: P.O. Box 325, Mount Beauty, VIC, 3699.

MOUNT BEAUTY POOL NORMAL HOURSHoliday Season23rd Dec 2017 - 28th Jan 2018 Closed Christmas Day Lap Swimming: Mon to Fri 6:15am - 10:30amGeneral Admission: Weekdays 1pm - 7pm

Weekends 1:30 - 6:30pmNormal Season29th January - 2nd April 2018

Lap Swimming: Mon to Fri 7:00am - 10:30amGeneral Admission: Weekdays 3:30pm - 7pm

Weekends 1:30pm - 6:30pmPrograms AquaFit Tues & Thurs 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Saturday 9:30am - 10:30am

Season, Family & Concession Passes available.

Further details: Enquire at Reception.Service Drive, Mount BeautyPhone: (03) 5754 1181

NOURISH - Organic WholefoodsOPEN: Tues: 10am – 5pm. Sat: 10am – 1pmFruits - Nuts - Seeds - Grains- Flour - Honey - Oil - Bread - Eggs - Coffee & Pantry Staples.

Organic local juicy peachesPh: 0427 726 228

Fb: facebook.com/Nourish Whole Foods 167 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South

ALPINE CLASSIC 2018 - Changed Traffic Conditions

Cycle Event – No Road Closures, but expect higher than usual bicycle traffic on these roads leading up to and during the 32nd running of this fabulous event.

Friday 26th January

B500 Great Alpine Road between Bright and Omeo Light traffic 6:30am – 5pm

Saturday 27th January B500 Great Alpine Road - between Bright and Omeo 4am – 2:30pm

C534 Omeo Highway - between Omeo and Shannonvale 6:30am – 3:30pm B500 Great Alpine Road - between Porepunkah and Germantown 4am – 8pm C536 Tawonga Gap Road – Germantown to Kiewa Valley Hwy 6:30am – 8pm C531 Kiewa Valley Hwy/Bogong High Plains Road – Tawonga Sth to Falls Creek 7:30am – 7pm C535 Mount Buffalo Road - between Porepunkah and Dingo Dell 4am – 11:30am

For Further Information, Email: info@alpineclassic.com.au Thank you for your courtesy and patience on the road, and for your support of this event!

HEADINGRound Three Falls Creek will host the third round of the VIC Enduro Tour on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th February. The first and second tour were held at Nail Can Hill in Albury and Big Hill in Mount Beauty.

Last weekend’s second round on the Big Hill Mount Bike Park in Mount Beauty saw around 200 racers participate, and, despite the hot temperatures, with what has been quoted as some of the best Enduro racing seen in Australia. Locals Chris Panozzo and Ebony Tanzen took the Elite Men’s and Women’s winning titles.

A quote on Facebook from Joel Geyson says “Just wanted to pass on my thanks to the whole Mount Beauty GE organisation Crew. This was for me one of the best run events I have been too. Tracks very challenging but super fun. Great adjustment on the fly to have us start on different stages too. Plenty of water on track awesome work everyone.”

The Falls Creek multistage Enduro event will take part on the recently developed World Trail single track trails. This will

Ebony Tanzen took out the Elite Women’s Class Pic – Matt Rousu

include the infamous Flowtown from the resort down to Howman’s Gap.

The riders will ride six stages, liaising between each one. Online registration is recommended.

Shuttles will be operating for practice only on Saturday 10 February with Blue Dirt at $60.00 per person. Bookings are essential at www.bluedirt.com.au to ensure the numbers of riders can be catered for.

“We are looking forward to hosting the round at Falls Creek.” Says Director of Marketing & Communications, Jo Prothero. “The event brings riders from the region and broader metro areas and they really showcase the trail development in the resort.” •

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Calling young Alpine Shire Musicians to perform at the:

‘Push Start Music Comp!’ Saturday 21st April 4pm – 6pm

As part of the Mount Beauty Music Festival

Winner will receive a gig at the 2019 Mount Beauty Music Festival.

All competitors receive a prize pack including free entry to the 2018 Festival

– featuring • The Northern Folk • The Hot Springs • Charm of Finches.

For more information and to apply, Email: ydo@alpineshire.vic.gov.au

Phone or SMS: 0419 915 319

Nice and Cool!

The 2018 ‘Mile-High’, Falls Creek Regatta will take place on the Rocky Valley Dam over the Australia

Day long weekend. “This annual regatta is a Dragon Victoria members favourite, as it is one of the most scenic venues for competition and provides a social aspect to the event that brings all the paddlers together after the days racing” says Dragon Boat Victoria’s General Manager, Chris Schleusener. “With nine clubs from across Victoria and a local New South Wales Club participating, it should a great weekend for competing on Rocky Valley.”

A series of races will be held for a variety of categories over a 200m course, with crews completing the course in around 50 - 70 seconds. All clubs will be competing to

MILE HIGH DRAGON BOATS be crowned champions of the Mile-High Regatta. This will be the last opportunity for clubs to put crews through their paces prior to the Victorian Championships being held at the Gateway Lake precinct in Wodonga on the 17th & 18th February.

For guests this is a fantastic weekend to spend at Falls Creek. The grassy banks of Rocky Valley Dam are a beautiful place to spend the day with the family and soak in the excitement of the races. There will be food and drinks available on the foreshore throughout the day or you are very welcome to bring your own picnic.

The ‘no experience needed’ disclaimer of the event means all are welcome for the Mountain Challenge categories. Individuals can join an existing team (even on the day) and all training and equipment is provided including boats, life jackets and paddles.

If you’ve never tried Dragon Boat racing before then this is the perfect opportunity to get out to the High Country and try something new.

When: Saturday, 27th January 2018. Where: Rocky Valley Lake, 2km beyond Falls Creek. Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Blue Dirt will also be operating a vehicle mountain bike shuttle service from 9am – 4pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, for $60 per rider, so you can hit the trails and see what all the hype’s about.

The kid’s will be entertained at Kid’s Club activities at Howman’s Gap. Bookings required. Ph: 03 5758 1200.

Amber Knight from The Beauty of Yoga will be holding a Yoga class on Sunday at QT Falls Creek at 5pm for $20 per person to finish off the weekend with relaxation.

For more information visit http://www.fallscreek.com.au/events/falls-creek-dragon-boat-regatta

And, if you have a Social Media fetish here are some hash-tags! #fallscreek; #fallscreeksummer; #dragonboatvictoria and #fallscreekmtb. •

This is serious- in a pristine cool clear environment . Pic – Ken Bell

25th – 27th January 2018Thurs 25th Jan Movies in Howitt Park – FREE ENTRY 8:30pm ‘Madeline and the Bad Hat’ – to entertain the little ones! 9:00pm ‘Le Ride’ – Amazing Race host, Phil Keoghan’s movie pays homage to four Aus and NZ riders in the gruelling 1928 Tour de France.

Fri 26th Jan Entertainment in Howitt Park – FREE ENTRY 11:00am Gomer and the Girl – Playing dirty folk, alt country, indie rock and sometimes disco!! 2:00pm Alpine Bangers – Laid back, fun and dancy is the message. 3:00pm Bric-a-Brac – Join Céd Mélédo and his group on a musical tribute to French music round the world!! 7:00pm Australia Day Bush Dance – Celebrate the day with the Heel & Toe Polka and other traditional steps with Mark Buckley and Squid Jig. 8:30pm Kids Movies – ‘Despicable Me 3’ - The mischievous Minions hope the Gru will return to a life of crime… Kid’s CornerVisit Kids’ Corner for face painting, air brush tattoos, craft activities and roving artists – all day! Catch Per Westman, acrobat and juggler at 2pm each day and try juggling and hula hoops!

Sat 27th Jan Entertainment in Howitt Park – FREE ENTRY 12noon Kid’s Hour – Acrobat and juggles Per Westman will perform in front of the main stage, plus Ced’s little kids show and French tongue twisters! 1:00pm Alpine Bangers – Laid back, fun and dancy!! 3:00pm Gomer and the Girl – Playing folk, alt country and sometimes disco!! 6:00pm Bric-a-Brac – are back to bring the riders home! 8:30pm Lantern Rouge – Join us at the finish line to welcome the last riders home and celebrate the finish of the 33rd Alpine Classic.

BONJOUR BRIGHT Entertainment Program 25th - 27th January 2018

Supporters of the Bonjour Bright

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CLASSIFIEDSMISSING BOOKA copy of Dr. Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis on the Bogong High Plains was left in the care of Bill and Yvonne Sutton. It has been lent to some-one and not returned. If any knows anything please touch base with Bill or phone Ken Bell on 0400 350 488.

MINI EXCAVATOR HIREBoldly goes where no other excavator goes! Post holes, trenches, landscaping etc. Ph: Mike: 0417 438 450.

BUSINESS FOR SALE - TAXI SERVICEMount Beauty Taxi Country Licence & 2013 Ford Mondeo Hatch. Plus 4WD Toyota Landcruiser &

Luggage Trailer. Good Clientele: Dep of Veterans Affairs; VLine; Snowfield Health Services & Walking Group Contracts. Running successfully for 25 years. $160,000. Ph: Brian on 0419 573 909.

FOR SALE – SNOWMOBILERed BRP V800. New Condition, 1,100kms, regularly serviced, many options. $7795 Ph: 0447 583 255.

FOR SALE 500 Litre Chest Freezer in good condition. $100. Ph: 03 5754 4878

FOR HIRE Three Tonne Tipper and mini Excavator. Ph: 0427 942 171.

FOR SALERM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with added rubber protective sole. Almost brand new. Size 9 G. Retail $309.95 will sell for $200. Ph: 0400 350 488.

FOR SALE Savage 11ft tinny with 15hp Yamaha. Includes trailer, covers & emergency equipt. Registered ready to go fishing. $2000. Ph 0420 372 084.

BRUSHCUTTING – FALLS CREEK For Slashing, fire fuel reduction and general clean up call Jamie. Mb 0466 154 327 Em: jdjansen69@gmail.com.

ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs. Services include hems & complete design solutions.BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125.BUILDING & ELECTRICALDuggan & Hanlon, your complete building service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879.CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Ph: 03 5754 4395. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.auCOMPUTERS & SERVICECustom built computers, Upgrades, parts, laptops, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery, back-ups. Ph: Michal Trnka 5754 4637 or Mb: 0417 163 601.DRIVING INSTRUCTIONSummit Driver Training. Tawonga based driving instruction and re-assessment. Ph Craig 0427 722 287.ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORAltitude Electrical - no job too big or small.

Domestic, commercial & industrial. Contact Ben Svarc 0419 801 109.FREIGHT - ALB - MTB - FALLS CREEK Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Tuesday to Friday inclusive. Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320.HAIRDRESSERNatalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week & evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.LD’S HOME PET CAREPet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 5754 1695.PAINTING SERVICESInterior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services, Ph: Laif 0437 023 921.PHYSIOTHERAPYKiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy. 5A Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and home

visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270. PLUMBING & GASFITTINGDavid Batson – Servicing Mount Beauty, Tawonga and beyond. No job too big or small! Domestic, commercial or industrial. Ph: 0488 552 239.REMEDIAL MASSAGE/NATUROPATH38 St Bernard Dv, Tawonga Sth. Ph: 0419 519 275.SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE Mobile Remedial and Sports Massage Service. Suitable for tradies, athletes and the active. www.impactmassage.com.au. Mb: 0404 768 067

STORAGECaravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units. Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.comTAXI & 4WD SERVICEMt Beauty Taxi Service. Covers Falls Creek & Albury. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 13 10 08.

FALL LINESOur Music Festival

The Mount Beauty Music Festival is getting closer. April 21st, 2018, with a great line up sure to get the

crowd moving. This will be a one night event for 2018, with a maximum capacity of 300 tickets to sell. Therefore, to avoid disappointment, purchase your tickets early.

So far the committee have a number of food and drink vendors serving from 4pm outside at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. UKV Lions Club; Champagne Club; Mount Beauty Cricket Club; John Guerin Coffee Van; Gundowring Ice-cream; The Spice Trailer; That Macaron Lady, Snonuts Falls Creek; Upper Kiewa Valley Regional Arts and Alpine Blue Light.

From 6pm inside we have a bar open and the food vendors will be running until late.

Tickets are available online go to https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=303203.

Artist Line Up includes: Charm of Finches.; The Hot Springs; and The Northern Folk.

The committee are also looking for volunteers in various roles. If you know of anyone interested, no experience necessary – contact Jocelyn Scherf at: Em: jocelyn.scherf@gmail.com, or Ph 0407 797 228. •

An opportunity to appreciate the high plains. Pic - Charlie Brown

Photography WorkshopsThere is nothing more satisfying than taking complete control of your camera, finding its potential and understanding how to make full use of it. To achieve this, learning how to get off your Auto modes is a huge step in the right direction.

Join me on one of my photography workshops to really get an understanding of your camera and the potential you hold in your hands. During the weekend I will show you and help you to understand shutter speeds, aperture, shooting in manual mode, the affect different lenses have on your photos, fill flash, composition, how to correctly expose your photos as well as some of the editing and workflow techniques that I use.

Weekends dates are Feb 17th/18th; March 17th/18th and April 14th/15th and are $350 including two lunches and dinner.

Contact Charlie at charlie@mountainside.net.au to book or visit: www.mountainside.net.au. •

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Hard Waste Collection

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 DebriefIt 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.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.If you have any specific agenda items, please email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au. We look forward to seeing you all there. •

for all members of the hospitality industry 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 3rd, from 9am to 4pm.Companies invited to exhibit include Bedding Suppliers, Linen, Manchester and Window Furnishing suppliers, Wine 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. •

A Life to RememberA 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. •Trade Fair @ Falls CreekSomething of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity

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MOTORING TIPSRegular ServicingOur car is like our body. We must look after it all of the time - not just when something fails.Regular servicing will identify when items are wearing (brake pads, tyres, filters, hoses etc). These and other wearing items can be replaced before they let us down on the road.Imagine discovering (too late) that your Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re heading for the tree.Regular servicing is important for the good health of your vehicle - and for your good health and safety!A Motoring Tip brought to you by:Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre,

Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty, Ph: 5754 4261

MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY

WHEREWHEN

HOW

WHO

WHAT

Tawonga Crescent

8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays

Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments24 hours for emergencies

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.

Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

YOUR LOCAL PRACTICE - SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY!

2017 LOCAL PASSAffordable skiing

in your own backyard!Take advantage of the value

packed* Local Pass - exclusively offered to local residents.

$250 per Adult + $45 per Day$140 per Child + $35 per Day

** More Benefits in 2017**

All orders in by Sunday 30th April.

For further information contact:

Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/LPh: 03 5758 1000

* Conditions apply

UKVRA presents…

BUSH GOTHICSunday 28th May 5pm

Mount Beauty Information Centre Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles.

Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency

Ph: 5754 4204$25, $20 (members), $10 (students)

5A Hollonds Street, Mount BeautyPhone: 5754 1270

P H Y S I O T H E R A P Y Got a problem with pests? We can help with:

• Pre-purchase home inspections• Sniffer dog tracking of

Termites• Rodents • Spiders

• Wasps - and all other pests that crawl or fly!

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

Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.

2017-2018 SUMMER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES

ENQUIRIES

WHAT’S ON – JANUARY

WHAT’S ON – FEBRUARY

26th Alpine Shire Australia Day Celebrations hosted by the UKV Lions Club at Hydro Park., Breakfast from 8am. Ceremony form 9am. Ph: 03 5755 0555. 27th Mile High Dragon Boat Regatta – on Rocky Valley Dam. Opportunities to be involved and have a paddle – Plus there are great spectator areas. Ph: 03 5758 1200.

27th Alpine Classic 60km, 70km, 130km, 140km, 200km, 250km, 320km. the greatest cycling challenge in this country. Be part of it! Visit: www.alpineclassic.com.au 28th Historical Alpine Huts Walk and Picnic. Book at www.eventbrite.com.au and search Historical Alpine Huts Walk and Picnic. 29th Victorian School Term One begins.

3rd Mount Beauty Community Market. 9am – 1pm top end of Hollonds Street. You make it, bake it, grow it – you’re welcome. 3rd Victorian Mountain Bike Championships Round Five – bringing XCO back to Victoria – Hosted by Team Mount Beauty on Big Hill. Visit: www.vicchampseries.com.au. 4th Victorian Mountain Bike Championships the Finals Championship Round – bringing XCO back to Victoria – Hosted by Falls Creek Alpine Resort. Visit: www.vicchampseries.com.au. 8th Monthly Meeting of the UKV Community Association.7:30pm at The Auditorium at the Visitor Info Centre. Em: eismith@bigpond.com 10th Regular monthly meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am. Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824.

10th & 11th Victorian Enduro Series Round Three hosted by Falls Creek Resort Management and Cycle Club. Practice Saturday; racing Sunday. Ph: 03 5758 1200 16th Regular Monthly Mount Beauty Men’s Shed meeting and BBQ. 12noon at the Men’s Shed in Tennis Court Avenue. 17th & 18th Photography Workshop with Charlie Brown. Two days (and possibly some evening shooting) – includes two lunches and a dinner. Em: Charlie@mountainside.net.au to book. 20th Regular monthly meeting of the Mount Beauty Anxiety Self Help Support Group, 7pm – 8:30pm at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Gold coin donation appreciated. 22nd Mount Beauty Blue Light Pool Party – at the Mount Beauty Pool. Pool Toys, free sausage sizzle – great fun. Enquiries to 03 5754 4244.

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:Ed 08 * 09.02.18 * Back to School, Dragon Boats & Alpine Classic Report. Feb Activities Ed 09 * 23.02.18 * Lead up to Peaks Challenge Falls Creek and Mt Bogong Conquestathon. Ed 10 * 09.03.18 * Peaks Challenge Falls Creek. Mt Bogong ConquestathonEd 11 * 23.03.18 * Easter Festival and Activities. Peaks Challenge & Conquestathon WrapDISTRIBUTION: • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club, club lodges and apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga and Dederang, plus the RMB’s between Dederang and Tawonga and selected venues in Bright and Myrtleford.ONLINE: • Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/ INSERTS: • Not Available

ADVERTISING RATES:DISPLAY: • 1 column (6cm wide) = $14.00 per cm. 4cp = $19.00 per cm. • 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $24.00 per cm. 4cp = $34.00 per cm. • 3 column (19cm wide)= $34.00 per cm. 4cp = $46.00 per cm. CLASSIFIEDS: • $4.90 per line. BUSINESS DIR.: • $5.90 per line. FORMAT: • Logos and images 300dpi> as jpg attachment DEADLINE: • Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date CONTRACT: • A Season Contract for the 15 Editions of summer is available offering a 15% discount. The contract is secured by payments made in advance Due dates: 27.10.17; 08.12.17; 02.02.18; 20.04.18.

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 1346Office 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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WEST KIEWA OPEN SPACEYou Can Help

Ever since the UKVCA was formed, the cleaning up of the area opposite the Information Centre, under the large

power lines, has been on the project list. Many of our members remember this as a great family play area when the SEC were in control of the entire area, and would like to see it become that again. It has taken considerable time to identify which groups are responsible for the area and its care, but this has finally been resolved and we have had considerable support from AusNet services, who are responsible for the area under and surrounding the powerlines.At this time just a year ago, DELWP and NECMA became involved in the scheme and a considerable amount of time, effort and money went into clearing the river banks of invasive plant species, followed by work and plantings by the Green Army and Secondary College students.

Five community organisations signed onto the planned Committee of Management for the project for further cleaning up of the river frontage of the West Kiewa River upstream from the Kiewa Valley Highway bridge. Since then there have been many meetings with DELWP and NECMA into the mechanisms for progressing this project. Unfortunately, we are at a stalemate and are currently applying for a Conservation Licence to work on the river banks. However, we do need to see the project progress and to this end the UKV Lions Club, one of the signatories to the project, have agreed to sponsor a community working bee to clean up the grassed areas.This working bee is scheduled for Sunday, April 23rd., 10am to 1pm to be followed by a BBQ lunch provided by the Lions Club.We would be highly delighted if you could help on this day.Our main tasks at this time are to clean up the open space along the roadside and

under the powerlines so that the mowing contractor has a clear run through and under the trees, and hopefully to remove some of the additional obstructions such as piles of cut tree residue.Participants would need to dress appropriately, especially with good protective footwear, and bring gloves and any gardening tools which would be suitable - loppers, secateurs, small chain saw, whipper snipper, brush cutter, trailer etc. and a water bottle. Parking will be in the carpark opposite the Information Centre and down the road signed ‘to the Gorge Walk’.On arrival, each person will need to register at the Lions Club table so that they are covered by their volunteer insurance. They will be assigned a specific area in which to work depending on the tools they have available and will work only with their own tools.If there are any further inquiries please direct them to Mary or Keith Pike, 5754 1668. •

2017 WINTER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATESPUBLICATION SCHEDULE:Ed 14 • 05.05.17 • Autumn Activities. Pre-Winter Warm Up. Positions Vacant.Ed 15 • 19.05.17 • Your Winter Pre-Season Wrap. Mount Beauty Half Marathon.WEd1 • 09.06.17 • Official Opening of Snow Season - QB Weekend Activities. (C)WEd2 • 16.06.17 • Snow Season Staff Training. Winter Calendar of Events (C)DISTRIBUTION • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, clubs and flats in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga, Tawonga South and selected venues in Bright & Myrtleford. Also on-line at www.alpinehighcountry.comMAILING LIST • Over 100 subscribers, media organisations & travel agents.INSERTS • Not available.

ADVERTISING RATES:DISPLAY • 1 column (6cm wide) = $14.00 per cm. 4cp = $19.00 per cm. • 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $24.00 per cm. 4cp = $39.00 per cm. • 3 column (19cm wide) = $34.00 per cm. 4cp = $56.00 per cm.CLASSIFIED • $4.90 per line.BUSINESS DIR • $5.90 per line.FORMAT • Logos and images 300dpi > as jpg attachment.DEADLINE • Friday 2:00pm prior to publication date.CONTRACT • A season contract for 16 Summer editions is available offering 15% discount. The contract is secured by payments made four editions in advance: Due dates: 28.10.16; 22.12.16; 24.02.17 & 21.04.17.

2nd & 3rd Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Opportunity for hospitality industry to prepare and purchase for winter. Frying Pan Inn. Falls Creek. Ph: 0400 350 488.6th Mount Beauty Community Market. In park top end Hollonds St & Kiewa Cres. 9am - 1pm. All welcome. For enquiries or to book a stall, Ph: 03 5754 4097.6th TDFNL Rd 5. Dederang Mount Beauty V Barnawartha @ Mount Beauty.11th Monthly Meeting of UKV Community Assn. 7:30pm at Auditorium of Visitor Info Centre. E: eismith@bigpond.com13th Monthly Meeting of Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 82414th Mother’s Day - recognise and appreciate the fabulous work done by mothers.16th Monthly Meeting of the local Anxiety Self-

Help Support Group. 7 - 8:30pm at the Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Gold Coin donation appreciated. Further details from Janet: 0412 658 159.19th The regular Monthly BBQ and meeting for all Mount Beauty Men’s Shed members. 12pm at Shed in Tennis Court Avenue. New members welcome.20th Mount Beauty Half Marathon. Starts 10am. Mount Beauty Secondary College. 21.1km, 10km and 3km.20th TDFNL Rd 6. Chiltern V Dederang Mount Beauty.27th TDFNL Rd 7. Dederang Mount Beauty V Wodonga Saints @ Mount Beauty.28th UKVRA presents ‘Bush Gothic.’ Part of the Café Culture series. 5pm at Visitor Information Centre Auditorium. BYO. Tickets at Mount Beauty Newsagency.

WHAT’S ON MAY

21st Monthly BBQ and meeting for all Mount Beauty Men’s Shed members. 12PM at Shed ,Tennis Court Ave. New members welcome.21st Mother’s Heart Fundraising Wine& Cheese evening - from 7pm at Dreamers. Door Prizes and raffles to support Mother’s Heart in Cambodia. Enquiries to: 0488 738 938.22nd TDFNL Rd 3. Dederang Mount Beauty V Wahgunyah at Mount Beauty.25th ANZAC Day Services. 5:30am Falls Creek at

Eagle Rock. 7am Mount Beauty at Bicentennial Gardens. 11am Mount Beauty at the Cenotaph. Enquires to Mb: 0427 784 499.28th Embrace - Powerful documentary exploring the global issue of body dissatisfaction. St Alban’s Hall. Doors Open 6:30pm. Movie showing at 7pm. Further details: Ph: Amber 0409 355 545.29th TDFNL Rd 4. Beechworth V Dederang Mount Beauty.

WHAT’S ON APRIL

EMERGENCYEMERGENCY 000Ambulance 000EMERGENCY BROADCASTERAlpine Radio (Fires & Floods) 96.5 FMELECTRICITYFaults & Emergencies 13 17 99FIREFalls Creek/Mount Beauty/Tawonga 000HOSPITALMount Beauty 5754 3500MEDICAL CENTRES Falls Creek 5758 3238Mount Beauty 5754 3400POLICEFalls Creek 5758 3424Mount Beauty 5754 4244Wangaratta 5723 0600RCAFalls Creek 5758 3287RACVFalls Creek/Mount Beauty 5750 1230BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS CFA 1800 668 511STATE EMERGENCY SERVICEFalls Creek 13 25 00WILDLIFE RESCUE 0421 553 527

For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact:Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488KC Bell Enterprises Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.auKirsten Seaver Email: kseaver@own.net.au

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ENQUIRIES

Athletes NightMilch has always been a hub for athletes and bike riders alike. This summer has been no exception and we were incredibly lucky to have a night with the star athletes Elzy Wellings and Esteban Chaves. The night was MC’d by former Olympian Craig Mottram.

Elzy Wellings is a formidable distance runner. She was open and honest about her injuries that have plagued her career, answering everyone’s questions with amazing grace.

Esteban Chaves, whom many have seen recently training on our roads is also regular at Milch and his winning smile and happy humbleness won many a fan.

Nearly 100 people squished into Milch to enjoy a very close and personal Q & A

session. Two training camps bought their athletes in for a chance to talk to their hero’s. Questions varied from what sort of food the athletes like to eat, how they recover from an event, how they treat themselves in good times and bad, and what material their favourite socks were.

Falls Creek is continuing to establish its high altitude training reputation and the village boasts some of the best athletes Australian athletics has to offer whilst they are in training for the Commonwealth Games. There is also a very distinct international flavour with countries like Sweden, Czech Republic, Italy, Ireland, New Zealand, Bulgaria also being represented. •

A Challenge

Jaye at Milch is not backward at taking on a challenge. If you go to https://www.

gofundme.com/indipac-ride-for-paige, you will see what Jaye is up to next. Check out the website and give her as much support as possible. •

Esteban, Elzy & Craig. Pic - Courtesy of Milch

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