PRICELESS SUMMER EDITION THIRTEEN FRIDAY 20TH ......Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th April 11am – 3pm daily. Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th April 11am – 3pm daily. Open by appointment –

PRICELESS SUMMER EDITION THIRTEEN FRIDAY 20TH APRIL 2018

Our Wonderful Community!

• Top: Jim Crebbin leads the 2017 March on his 1914 Rudge Multi Motorbike. Pic – Ken Bell • Left: Music Festival One – The Charm Finches. Pic – Courtesy the Artists • Right: Music Festival Two – The Hot Springs. Pic – Courtesy the Artists

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.

Stingray Restaurant @ QTOpen 8am – 2pm daily and later on Fridays 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 & 10am – 3pm this weekend. Opens 8am – 5pm Seven Days during winter. Ph: 03 5758 1200.

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 lower level, St Falls West. Ph: 03 5758 3009. Open 10am – 5pm Six days & 10am – 3pm Sundays

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.

School Holiday HoursSaturday 7th & Sunday 8th April 11am – 3pm daily.Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th April 11am – 3pm daily.Open by appointment – For Groups, Clubs, Bus Tours etc.

Ph: 03 5758 1202For Further Information:Wb:www.fallscreekmuseum.com.auEm:[email protected] Fb:facebook.com/fallscreekmuseum

OUR MUSIC FESTIVAL Time to Enjoy

With only a few days to go until the Mount Beauty Music Festival, the committee are

pleased to present the special event they have planned.

It starts with the Alpine Shire ‘Freeza Pushstart’ event with local young talent competing for a stage at the 2019 Mount Beauty Music Festival. All entrants receive a youth ticket to the evening event, a festival t-shirt and goodies bag. ‘Freeza Pushstart’ will take place on the Federation Stage at the Community Centre in Mount Beauty. This talent comp will run from 4pm to 6pm and is a FREE event. While the youth comp it running there will be local food and drink vendors operating out the front of the Community Centre.

How is this for a line up? We have the Kiewa Valley Lions Club, Wood Fire Desire Pizza, Miss Lilly’s Pies, Dumu Cafe, Snonuts, John Guerin Coffee Van and not forgetting award winning ice-cream

2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SERIES

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Round One - Falls Creek

The National Gravity Enduro Series acts as the qualifying series for the Enduro World Series. See mention

in the article with Ben McIlroy.Mountain Bike Australia in conjunction with Falls Creek Resort Management are pleased to present Round One of the 2017 Gravity Enduro National Series. The series is Australia wide with Round Two being held at Stromlo Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to Rockhampton in July and the final round will be held on Woodford Island, on the Clarence River in northern NSW in August.The popularity of mountain biking continues to grow. From the great efforts of some Mount Beauty locals in the 90’s - to hosting the Nationals in Feb 2000 - to the point where we have some of the best tracks in the country - both in Mount Beauty and in Falls Creek. The growth and the success means we can continue to host fabulous events.

Round One of the GE National Series will be staged this weekend, beginning with practice sessions from 11am Friday.During the course of the weekend, several of the trails will be closed to general riders although Blue Dirt will have shuttles running on Friday from 11am to 6pm and again on Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Cost is $50 per day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt.com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will be closed to the general public, but will progressively open as the different sections of the event are completed. Pretty Valley Road will also have closures and be subject to delays should anyone be travelling back from the horse yards or Pretty Valley Pondage.Now this Gravity Enduro is a different sort of mountain bike racing to what we know as Downhill or Cross Country. The Gravity Enduro is both. The athletes will start with a warm up ride from Slalom Plaza, out the Bogong High Plains Road, up the Pretty Valley Road and then across to the Trig

Point on the Frying Pan Spur. The aim of the game is to ride each section no faster than the fastest time allowed, and no slower than the set slowest time. Then they do the competitive bit, before riding to the start of the next competitive bit without beating or exceeding the times permitted. At the time of going to print, the final course had not been set, but they look like taking in High Voltage and Wishing Well, then heading to Flowtown, completing that before heading to Thunderbolt and then to Generator and Vortex before finishing in Slalom Plaza. Sound like a pretty easy day!!The weekend’s program sort of goes like this. Saturday: 9am to 16:00 is compulsory practice. 10am to 18:30 is rider registration and Info 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. •

No time to be smelling the roses during this weekend’s Gravity Enduro. Pic - Jiri Cech.

Open by AppointmentFor Groups, Clubs etc

Phone: 03 5758 1200Please try to allow 24hours notice.

For further information:[email protected]/fallscreekmuseum

AccommodationAlpha LodgeOpen 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.auAltitude ApartmentsSpacious 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 LodgeOpen for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Arlberg Street, Ph: 03 5758 3255.

Cedarwood ApartmentsFully self contained apartment accommodation Schuss Street Ph: 5758 3393.Falls Creek Country ClubFully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night. Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au. Bogong High Plains Road.Gebi’s ApartmentsFully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 45 35 25.

Nelse Alpine LodgeOpen for Accommodation, with Dinner, Bed and Break-fast options. Group bookings catered for. Comfortable lodge, pool and spa. Fully Licensed. Ph: 03 5758 3263 or Wb: www.nelselodge.com

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.auSummit Ridge LodgeOpen for comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Fully licensed. Schuss Street. Ph: 03 5758 3800.Viking LodgeSelf-catering accommodation, all rooms with en suites. On site manager and secure bike storage and workshop. Free Wi-Fi. Ph. 03 5758 3247.

Dining & BarBE FoodstoreOpen 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.

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

Stingray Restaurant @ QTOpen daily 8am - 8pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza. Ph: 03 5732 8000. Refer ad this edition.

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 lower level, St Falls West. Open 10am - 5pm daily. 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.

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

FALLS CREEK Open For Businesswww.fallscreek.com.au

from Gundowring. These vendors will be running from 4pm until 8pm.

The committee are very excited to support this ‘Freeza Pushstart’ initiative in conjunction with the Alpine Shire Youth

Development officer Jenny Corser. The people at the Shire have been amazingly supportive through resources and funding.

And, for a little finale, the Spooky Ukes will be making an appearance at the closing of the Freeza event.

Then the main event will commence from 6pm with the doors opening at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. Limited Tickets will be available at the door Adult $40 Youth $15.

The night will begin with a Welcome to Country – the committee are very excited to be having this special traditional ceremony to our festival, and it is their desire to have a cultural element continue with the festival.

One of the driving forces behind this year’s Mount Beauty Music Festival is Jos Ceccanti, with daughter Poppy and partner Danny Ceccanti. Pic – Courtesy Mount Beauty Music Festival Committee.

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

Slalom Plaza (start of the bike trails)

Ph: 03 5758 3088

Now Open! Seven Days a Week

from 4pm! Dinner from 5:30pm

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

Italian touch! Happy Hours Daily! 5:30pm – 6:30pm!

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

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

for Menu and further information, visit: www.snowlands.com.au/thelasthoot

OUR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Suburban hip café meets the high country!

Open 5 days from April 19th – 23rd. Open 7 days from April 26th – May 2nd.

9am till late PM. Fabulous food, specialty coffee, organic tea,

super smoothies, shakes & fresh juices. Dinner menu plus all day eats & treats made

with love! Tasty regional craft beers on tap + extensive

wine list & cocktail menu! Don’t miss our CFA Grand Finale of the

summer on April 26 from 6pm it’s going to be huge!!

Be sure to pop in and sample local goodness with super friendly service.

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

Located in the Village Bowl, below Altitude Apartments. Map Ref: N2

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 Fridays - 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!

The MC for the night will be Ms Kate Vigo. Many will remember Kate with her late father David and his immense commitment to the festival. We are very proud and honoured to have Kate be a part of this very special night. The first group ‘Charm of Finches’ is sure to warm up the audience, with their gorgeous melodies.

Then we have The ‘Hot Springs’ from Melbourne, to be followed by ‘The Northern Folk’ who will continue to get everyone moving through the night until midnight. Set times are still being finalised and a number of interesting small presentations will intersperse the main acts.

There will also be a range of merchandise available to purchase, including custom-designed t-shirts and hoodies - thanks to the Mount Beauty Community Bank Branch of the Bendigo Bank for their funding.

At time of print we still have some tickets available online at: try booking.com, and t-shirts and hoodies can be pre-ordered. Tickets and merchandise will be available for collection from 4pm at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. Patrons are encouraged to arrive early if they have purchased tickets, there will be a limited amount of tickets at the door, if we have not sold out by then.

Two bars will be operating for the Festival. Our local Champagne Club is running a Champagne Lounge on the foyer, serving wine and bubbles, in a gorgeous boudoir of velvet.

Mount Beauty United Cricket Club will also be hosting a Bar decked out for the guys, full of style furniture hired from Vintage Gather in Albury, decked out with

Music Festival Three – The Northern Folk. Pic – Courtesy the Artists

leather lounges, animal rugs, antler art and more. Inside the hall with be furnished giving a new look to the festival.

The local schools have also been involved and thanks to the Men’s Shed they have also been a great help with props and design. The art will be on display at the main stage. The original Back Drop from the Music Festival will take ‘pride of place’ on the stage.

This is a town event, put on by a group of dedicated locals and they would love to see everyone there supporting the festival!

This Saturday 4pm at the Mount Beauty Community Centre. For more info go to: music festival.org.au. Tickets online at trybooking.com.

Check out our Facebook page, for more info email [email protected]

Special Thanks to: The Alpine Shire, Mount Beauty Community Bank Branch of the Bendigo Bank, Gundowring Ice-cream and Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L for their valued support.

Please note that the road at the top of Kiewa Crescent and Tawonga Crescent out the front of the Community Centre will be closed from 2pm until Midnight. •

MOUNT BEAUTY TRANSFER STATION

Resumption of Normal Operating Hours. The Transfer Station will be re-opening on Thursday from Thursday 3rd May, 2018

Trading Hours from May 2018: Tuesdays: 10am – 4pm. Thursdays: 10am - -2pm. Saturdays: 10am - -2pm. Sundays: 10am – 2pm.

For further details, contact the Alpine Shire Council on:

03 5755 0555www.alpineshire.vic.gov.au

Bev Bowie Mb: 0401 456 448 Rob Spargo Mb: 0419 544 615

These folk serve the needs of the community as Justices of the Peace.

They can be contacted on their mobiles normal business and family hours.

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LOCAL TALENT


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.

Open: Sundays and Mondays10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine VillageGroup Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318

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: [email protected]: www.alpineradio.com.au

Fancy a Clean Laundrette?It is here!

41 Bogong High Plains RoadClean, comfortable, well-lit and carpeted - with flat screen TV, folding bench, efficient washing

machines, cost effective driers and industrial water filters to give you the cleanest wash possible.

Open 8am - 8pm weekdays 9am - 7pm weekends & Public Holidays.

Ariel’s Laundrette Mount Beauty

Ph: 0400 350 488

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

Centre, Tawonga Crescent. Full eye examinations including Glaucoma tests, Diabetes and Macular Degeneration screening. Children welcome. To arrange an appointment:

Ph: 02 6056 4000 Visits Mount Beauty Fortnightly

Next: Fri 10th Nov then Fri 24th Nov

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

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Large range of Organic Gluten Free!!!Ph: 0427 726 228

TRADE FAIR @ FALLS CREEK Prepare for Winter

For a little while there, it was looking touch and go. Our previous venue, The Frying Pan Inn has been

undergoing a fabulous renovation – meaning it would not be ready for use until winter.

The concept of putting a 600 square metre Hoecker Marquee on the car-park is compromised because the area is being used as a staging area for the new Eagle Chairlift. And the cost of the Hoecker and the associated gear becomes prohibitive.

Fortunately the great folk at QT, manager Evan Marrinan and his team have come

to the party and have offered to stage the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek in their premises. Therefore, the Trade Fair will go ahead on Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd May.

The advent of the internet has changed the way many people do their shopping - much of it impulse buying. Oh sure, it opens up the suppliers’ market – giving many more people a look at the product – but does it really benefit the consumer?

Now that topic could become a good long-winded dinner party discussion over another glass or two – and the real solution may still not be discovered – or learned!

Internet shopping is convenient (even to the point where it could be making us lazy) –but one should be really savvy to make it work for us – as opposed to making money for the stores.

Making a bigger purchase – like purchasing your stock for a busy winter season – requires a fair bit of planning and research. Sure, we can use the internet to research, but then we need to see, feel, touch, smell and/or taste the product. And if it is equipment we are buying it would probably be smart to enjoy a comprehensive demonstration.

Falls Creek has a well-deserved reputation as a ‘foodies’ mountain with quite a few

We may even get our reliable mate Neil Williams from Trentham Interiors back this year. Neil has been a stalwart of the Trade Fair for many years. Pic Elle @ Top Shots


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.

YOUR LOCAL PRACTICE - SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY!

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://[email protected]. 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


WHEREWHEN

HOW

WHO

WHAT

Tawonga Crescent

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


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



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: [email protected]

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.

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://[email protected]. 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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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN6




WHEREWHEN

HOW

WHO

WHAT

Tawonga Crescent

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


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



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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

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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!

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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.

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: [email protected]: www.alpineradio.com.au

12 - 14 Hollonds Street Mount BeautyPh: 03 5754 1999

Mon - Fri: 9am - 5:30pm. Sat: 9am - 4pm. Sun & Public Hols: 9am - 2pm

Winter’s Closingand it’s time to keep warm!!

We have insulation, draught stoppers, NOBO Heaters – plus a range of other

heaters, electric blankets, outdoor jackets, warm apparel – and much more

to keep you comfortable this winter. Mt Beauty Hardware & Drapery

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PRICELESS FRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2017WINTER EDITION SEVENTEEN

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

Email: [email protected] Seaver Email: [email protected]

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.

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

Now open Sundays10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine Village Group Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318

TRADE FAIR @ FALLS CREEK excellent restaurants in the village and in the off-mountain town of Mount Beauty-Tawonga-Tawonga South. To continue to ‘grow’ this reputation, everything we do needs to be a little bit of an improvement an last year –because if we don’t improve, then the others are going past us!

This ranges from the quality of the staff and how we manage them to the range of products we have available and how well we present that product.

Then there is the presentation and cleanliness of the premises - from the entrance to the amenities. New guests are casting a discerning eye over everything as they cruise in – and if the joint doesn’t stack up, the rest of the visit is not going to be as easy.

And, of course price is a major consideration when buying stock, hardware, product or equipment. But, the old adage continues to ring true “You get what you pay for!” Buying quality product or produce ninety nine percent of the time means you will have less hassles and or hiccups – and as we all know, some of those hiccups come at the most inappropriate times.

The Trade Fair @ Falls Creek began as the Falls Creek Expo and Trade Fair back in 1982 with 15 exhibiting companies displaying their wares at the Frying Pan Inn. The next year saw 25 companies exhibit, the year after 27 companies, and the following year 35 companies attended – outgrowing the space the Frying Pan could provide. The Trade Fair then moved to Sundance, and then, in 1992, to a 1200 square metre Hoecker (marquee) on the Gully Car Park – housing, at its maximum, 110 exhibiting companies.

Campbells Wines; of the many varying stalls at the Falls Creek Trade Fair. Pics - Ken Bell.

In excess of 200 company reps and principals – all travelling to Falls Creek, purchasing accommodation for two or three days, bringing a huge range of product and generally servicing the snow industry in Victoria.

The Trade Fair @ Falls Creek takes place here in Falls Creek for your benefit. Your support would be appreciated. Dates are: Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd of May. Further enquiries to: Mb 0400 350 488. •

2018 Local PassAffordable skiing

in your own backyard! Take advantage of the value-packed* Local Pass – offered exclusively to local residents.

$250 per Adults + $50 per day. $150 per Child + $40 per day.

** More Benefits in 2018 ** All order in by Monday 30th of April.

For further information contact: Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L

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Renowned Dining and WinesHand-made Pasta ~ Slow-braised meats ~ World’s best Pork Chop ~

amongst other un-worldly delights by Roi!Hand-churned fruit ice-cream.

Open until Saturday February 17th. Then closed for three weeks. Re-Opening Friday March 9th

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LOCAL TALENT

5Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN

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

Lakeside Vista Holiday Home for Rent• Located in the heart of Mount Beauty close to shops, amenities, airfield and parklands.• Opposite the lake, picnic area, BBQs, children’s play area, BMX track and skate park.• Fully renovated holiday home sleeps 6-7 people comfortably in two bedrooms plus sunroom/study.• Rates start from $200pn in summer including linen & towels.• Corner block has a new garden & plenty of room for parking & help yourself to the herbs in the garden.• For booking enquiries please call 0419 287 321 between 9am and 6pm daily or visit www.cedarwoodfallscreek.com for online availability and bookings.

12 - 14 Hollonds Street Mount BeautyPh: 03 5754 1999

TIME TO RENEW !We have paints for internal & external!

Materials to build, replace or fix!Tools to construct, create or repairClothes for work, sport or relaxing

Gift Vouchers AvailableMt. Beauty Hardware & Drapery StoreMon - Fri: 9am - 5:30pm. Sat: 9am - 4pm. Sun & Public Hols: 9am - 2pm

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

Falls Creek Hours 10am - 5pm Mon - Sat.

10am - 3pm Sunday.

10am - 5pm Mon - Sat

10am - 3pm - Sunday

Our Bank has now returned

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Be part of the team!Ph: 03 5754 4484

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A TIME TO REMEMBER 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.

SERVICES Falls Creek

Join the Falls Creek locals at this unique location, Eagle Rock, for the Dawn Service 2017.

Shuttle for ANZAC Dawn Service: 5:15am

- 6:30am Meet at Slalom Day Car Park.

ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am - 6:15am. Service at Eagle Rock – including a Bagpipe recital courtesy Barry Flynn. All friends and visitors welcome. For further information please call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek.com.au/Events

Mount Beauty

Anzac 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 Alf Thistlethwaite of the Uniting Church and the Guest Speaker on the day will be Major Richard Keller, ADF, Bandiana.

The address for the day will be offered by students from the Mount Beauty Secondary College – further reinforcing the appreciation of our diggers shown by the young folk in the community. Speakers will be school captains, Sophie Hodge and Ella Gould. 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 West Peak Hotel for a BBQ Lunch, refreshments and the traditional activities (read two-up), plus a couple of beers and a few old stories. •

At last year’s service, held in the Community Centre because of the wet weather, school captain Katerina Trnka spoke very well of the local community involvement in WW1 supported by a 1903 photo of kids from Tawonga

Primary – here being held by Flight Lieutenant Richard Cornell. Pic – Ken Bell


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.

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

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.

BRUSHCUTTING – FALLS CREEK For Slashing, fire fuel reduction and general clean up call Jamie. Mb 0466 154 327 Em: [email protected].

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

FOR SALE Super King sized Supreme Quilts Doona, Baffle Box stitched, Four blanket warmth, Hungarian goose down. Brand new, never been used. $390. Ph: 0400 350 488

WANTED – SOMEONE TO MOA large lawn. Young or old – male or female. Around 12 times per year. Can provide mower. Cash Rate! Tawonga South. Ph: 5754 1721

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 All Electrical Services. Ph: Rick 0418 698 491. Reg No: 7923.

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.PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mowing, Painting, Carpentry, Roof Repairs and Landscaping. Ph: 0415 545 646. 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 067STORAGECaravans, 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.

OUR COMMUNITYAnd Its People Bob Flower is the President of the Rotary Club of Mount Beauty. I sat down with him in his house.

Hi Bob, what is Rotary? Rotary is an international organisation, started in Chicago a bit over 100 years ago. It’s a service club, and the idea is people give back to the community by doing things for their community or raising funds to run projects.

What does Rotary do? Our club has two main things that they do. One is they give a significant amount of their earnings to international projects such as stamping out polio - and that’s close to being eradicated now. Anywhere there’s inequity and suffering that leads to political instability, Rotarians with any insight will try and start up a project.

Our club has donated things called Aquaboxes and Shelterboxes to be used when there’s a cyclone in the Pacific Islands. There’s a warehouse in Sydney that’s ready to provide fresh water and shelter for Islanders. (Google Rotary Shelter Box or Aqua Box)

Our biggest area we work on is locally, and we’re concentrating on broadening horizons

for our teenagers as they go through secondary school. Kids growing up in this town get an excellent education locally, but this is so they can see what’s available wider.

Most of it has a career-focus. We pay the travel costs for instance for the Year 11 trip at the end of the year which sends students off for a few days to Melbourne, to look at universities and accommodation options, so they can get a picture of what’s on offer.

What did you do before Rotary? I was a teacher for my whole career. I studied science at Monash University, did eight years elsewhere before I came here. I started out in the Mallee, came here in ’82 and I taught here for 30-odd years at the Mount Beauty Secondary College, mostly physics and science and outdoor education and then I did five years at Tawonga Primary at the end of my career.

Outside of Rotary nowadays, what do you do? Well I’ve been keen on all sorts of things to do with the mountains, like mountain running and skiing. I was lucky enough to win a couple of Australian mountain running age-group championships and went off to Austria and did the world championships one time. I ski in the Hoppet each year - that keeps me going,

gives me an aim for the year.

What do you love about Beauty and the Valley? The four seasons are wonderful. Right now we’re looking out the window at all this Autumn colour. And this time of year, the scenery is great, the weather is great, you can catch a trout in the clearest water. There are small fish in the upper streams. I like walking the river and fishing the upper streams.

What’s changed since 1982? The town has changed a heap. It was a little old company town when I arrived. The best example is the foreshore by the lake, where there is a massive park now. None of that was there. Between the ambulance building and the lake was just grass two-feet tall. Now there are paths, bike paths, all sorts of facilities. And the town’s busier, of course, probably twice as busy as it was then.

What’s your favourite spot? The top of Mount Bogong is pretty special. But the top of Feathertop is also special because it’s the best peak. When you’re standing on top you actually know you’re on top. But the top of any mountain really. Spectacular. • Thanks to Struan Jones for this great interview.


2018 SUMMER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES

ENQUIRIES

WHAT’S ON – APRIL

WHAT’S ON – MAY

20th Regular Monthly Mount Beauty Men’s Shed meeting and BBQ. 11:30am at the Men’s Shed in Tennis Court Avenue. 21th TDFNL Rd 3: Dederang Mount Beauty V Tallangatta @ Mount Beauty. 25th ANZAC Day Services. Falls Creek – 5:30am at Eagle Rock on the Pretty Valley Road. Mount Beauty - 7am Early Service at Bicentennial Park, Lakeside Avenue by

the lake. 10:45am at the Cenotaph at the roundabout. 25th Historic Alpine Huts Walk and Picnic – an opportunity to appreciate the High Country. From 10:45am at Falls Creek. Book on www. EventBrite.com.au or contact the Falls Creek Museum. Ph: 0427 329 629. 28th TDFNL Rd 4: Dederang Mount Beauty V Barnawartha @ Mount Beauty.

May is the Salvation Army Red Shield Collection Month. Please give generously when collectors call.

1st & 2nd Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Open to all members of the Hospitality Industry in the North East – providing an opportunity for you to buy in preparation for a great winter. See the Facebook site ‘This Week in Falls Creek & Mount Beauty’ for the attending exhibitors. The venue is QT Hotel, Falls Creek and the times are 10am – 5pm Tuesday and 9am – 4pm Wednesday. Enquiries Ph: 0400 350 488 5th Mount Beauty Community Market, 9am – 1pm up the top end of Hollonds Street, and Kiewa Crescent. All Welcome. For enquiries or to book a stall, Phone 03 5754 4097. 5th TDFNL Rd 5. Beechworth V Dederang Mount Beauty 10th Regular Monthly meeting of the Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association. 7:30pm at the Auditorium beside the Mount Beauty

Visitor Information Centre. All Welcome. For more info Em: [email protected] 2th Regular monthly meeting of the Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group. 10am. Lakeside Community Centre. All Welcome. Ph: 0427 544 824. 12th TDFNL Rd 6. Dederang Mount Beauty V Yackandandah @Mount Beauty 15th 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. 18th Regular Monthly Mount Beauty Men’s Shed meeting and BBQ. 11:30am at the Men’s Shed in Tennis Court Avenue.19th Mount Beauty Half Marathon, 10km and 3km event, Starts 10am from the grounds of the Mount Beauty Secondary College. 19th TDFNL Interleague Bye 26th TDFNL Rd 7. Dederang Mount Beauty V Mitta United 2 Mount Beauty

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:Ed 14 * 11.05.18 * Autumn Activities, Pre-Winter Warm Up, Positions Vacant.Ed 15 * 25.05.18 * The Falls Creek Ice Plunge. Lead into WinterWEd 01 * 08.06.18 * Queen’s Birthday Weekend – Official Season Opening CelebrationsWEd 02 * 15.06.18 * Snow Season Staff Training. Winter Calendar of Events. (C)DISTRIBUTION: • 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: [email protected]

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

EMERGENCY


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.

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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: [email protected] 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.

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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.

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AGL NEWS To our Community

I’d like to give you an update on what we’ve been working on at AGL Renewables. Firstly, on the safety front, you have

probably noticed the upgraded booms and signage rolled out over the summer months. The Mount Beauty regulating pondage is a great recreational asset, but please always ensure you follow the safety signs to keep out of high-flow and other hazardous areas.

Our Local Community Investment Program pilot is progressing well, with a number of applications for funding received. Submissions for the program, which is designed to reinvest revenue earned from our power stations into community-based initiatives, projects and events, closed on 30

March. Stay tuned for announcements.

You may also be aware that last year we commenced a review of Bogong Village, its long-term options, and our ongoing role. In collaboration with a range of stakeholders, this review has so far established that the pathway forward for the Village is to position it under a singular ownership arrangement. In order for us to make this possible we need to acquire the individual subleases from the current owners. Direct communication has been undertaken with each holder of a sublease and we will continue to work through the review collaboratively. It’s important to note that we wish to ensure that accommodation over the winter peak is not impacted. The decision made regarding the acquisition process does not impact the

Bogong Outdoor Education Centre located at the Village.

There are a number of other activities in the pipeline and I look forward to giving you an update in the coming months.

As always, we are keen to hear from you too, so please feel free to get in touch. Our Community Relations Manager, Hannah Coffey, can be contacted on 0422 852 830 or by email at [email protected].

Best regards, Simon Kelley, Renewables Manager, AGL Energy •

Beautiful Bogong Village. Pic – Kim McKeown


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