Fabulous Falls Creek!

PRICELESS
WINTER EDITION FOURTEEN
FRIDAY TH SEPTEMBER 2015
Fabulous Falls Creek!
Top: Chloe Freyer and boyfriend Casey Harper dig in deep at Falls Creek. Pic - Chris Hocking.
Left: The Grommets Group and Instructors. Pic Elle @ Top Shots. • Right: Join us for Light the Night on Saturday. See P3. Pic - Chris Hocking.
FROM THE CEO
Easy Season and Sunblock
F
or some obscure reason, I just can’t get
Lionel Richie’s classic tune... “Easy
Like a Sunday Morning” out of my
head (sorry - now it’s in yours!), ever since
we began discussing concepts and deals
surrounding the Spring ‘Easy Season’ offers.
The only thing worse, would be… well…
actually I don’t think there is anything
worse than Lionel Richie in your head (or in
the fridge - if you know the advert I mean).
This spring, no matter what you think of Lionel
Richie, you have got to love the plethora of
offers and options to ski or snowboard at Falls
Creek, or simply just come up the mountain for
a ‘Spring Break’ all through September.
Falls Creek Ski Lifts have some absolute
cracker deals, like: the Spring Pass,
BFF and Father’s Day offers. Resort
Management have dropped entry prices
too, whilst many of the accommodation
providers have spring skiing deals to
match. Go here to secure yours: www.
fallscreek.com.au/EASYSEASON.
YMCA
FALLS CREEK
NORDIC CENTRE
• Cross Country Ski School and Hire;
• Advanced Coaching;
• Masters and Waxing Clinics;
• Boot Camp Training;
• Trail Head Cafe;
• Toboggan Hire;
Upper Car Park
Windy Corner.
Map Ref: B3
Ph: 03 5758 3408
I have always loved spring skiing. For
families, what better time of year to learn to
ski, or squeeze in that last cheeky trip for the
season (hint: come up for Onesie weekend).
The sun is shining (generally), the kids have
a hoot of a time - few if any complaints about
being cold and the abundance of offers make
it a compelling value proposition, whilst the
runs are generally beginner friendly with
fewer people than peak times. Then there’s
the backcountry spring corn. Whatever you
do decide to do, just don’t forget the sunblock
and install the Sun Smart app!
There is fraternity that exists in ‘ski towns’
and across snow sports in general, and it is
one of the many great reasons why I enjoy
being involved in the industry.
There is a certain connection which is hard
to define, and perhaps we shouldn’t attempt
to either, but rather just embrace it for what
it is, and, for whatever it is, since it somehow
draws the industry and participants together
with a connectedness few other pursuits do.
Most differences of opinion are shelved
(temporarily), whilst the rally to a cause is
always supported, the community spirit
percolates to the top and participation is
embraced and the collective resources that
can get behind an initiative are tremendous.
To this end, I’d like to publicly acknowledge
the Wagga Alpine Ski Club for generously
donating an Automated External
Defibrillator (AED). Falls Creek Ski Patrol
have installed and mounted the device at
WASC for public use in any emergency
circumstance. To further emphasise my
point, there are countless similar examples
of such community spirit through-out the
village every year, from SES bbq’s, Ski Patrol
raffles and CFA fund raisers… to name a
few. To all who contribute, a big thank you.
In addition to this, there are the events like
the “Light the Night” campaign, which
from 6pm on Saturday, September 5th,
will rally with the Leukaemia Foundation
to raise funds to fight for a future free of
leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
To raise funds for this cause, lanterns
will be available for purchase in Slalom
Plaza (or prior to the event at the FCRM
offices). Visitors will then take their lantern
up the Falls Express chairlift to ski down
Wombats Ramble in a brilliant show of
solidarity to fund the fight to find a cure.
Finally, don’t forget the Dads… Sunday
6th of September, is Father’s Day! Now get
out there and hit the sunny slopes! •
Stuart Smythe, CEO
Falls Creek Resort Management
Be part of the team!
As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club,
young athletes can…
Race Club
•Learn Life Skills in a wonderful, rewarding environment.
• Make friends for life - with opportunities to travel the world.
• Learn to ski and board in a family freindly environment.
Programs from primary to late teens - including tertiary tuition for full time athletes.
An integral part of Falls Creek and its history
Visit: www.raceclubfallscreek.com.au Em: fallscreekraceclub@yahoo.com
Resort Entry Tickets
may also be purchased on-line at
Visitor Information Centre
The Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre is located
at the Resort Management Office, upstairs on the
corner of Slalom Street and the Bogong High Plains
Road. Open 8am - 5pm daily for visitor inquiries and
gym memberships.
Phone 5758 1202. (Map Ref E4)
Resort Entry
Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap,
approximately 4km before reaching Falls Creek
Village. Day and Night passes are available at $48
per day. The first day is 50% off if arriving after
1pm and free if arriving after 4pm. Visitors over 65
receive 20% off.
Season passes are available for $350 or $651 for
an ‘All Resorts’ permit, valid at all Victorian snow
resorts - enquire at Visitor information.
Resort Entry fees fund essential services of:
• Ski Patrol • Car parking
• Snow Clearing • Water Supply
• Waste management • Visitor Information Services.
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Child Care Hours & Rates
Falls Creek Child Care is located in the St Falls complex
at the base of the Falls Express Chairlift - open from
8:30am to 5pm, seven days a week for children from 12
weeks to five years old.
Child Care Hours & Rates
Morning:
8:00am - 10pm $80
Afternoon:
1:30pm - 5pm
$55
Full Day:
8:30am - 5pm
$125
Bookings are strongly recommended as places are limited.
Make your booking at www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare
Accommodation Transfer Service
Operating from the Terminal building on the Bogong High
Plains Road, the Accommodation Transfer Service will
move you, your family and your luggage comfortably to
your lodge or apartment.
Hours of Operation
Mon - Thurs & Sat: 8am - 10pm
Friday:
8am - 12midnight
Sunday:
8am - 10pm
A taxi service is available in the village during these hours.
Ph: 5758 1203.
www.fallscreek.com.au
Rates
Adult: One Way $25
Return $40
Child: One Way $15
Return $25
Season Pass: Adult: $180
Kids Under 5:
Free
Luggage Allowance
Two pieces of luggage, one pair of skis and boots or
snowboard and boots and one piece of hand luggage
per person.
Excess Luggage:
$5.00 per item.
Ticket Sales - On Mountain
The Accommodation Transfer Service will begin operations
when the village goes to full ski in - ski out mode.
Falls Creek Resort Management
General Enquiries: Ph: 5758 1200
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LIGHT THE NIGHT
Please Join Us!
L
ight the Night is an uplifting, visually
stunning event that brings families
together. Every lantern tells a story
because the colour has a special meaning;
gold to remember someone; white to reflect
on a personal journey or blue to support
others” - Adrian Collins, CEO of the
Leukaemia Foundation of Australia
For me, the story is personal. On January 3rd
2013, my friend Chloe lost her second battle with
Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. Chloe was always
known as a bubbly, energetic, talkative and
friendly girl, and was one of the most delightful
people I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet.
Without the support of the Leukaemia
Foundation during her battle, Chloe and
her husband Sen would have been forced to
sell the home they had bought together and
worked hard to make their own. While Chloe
ultimately lost her battle, she was able to leave
on her terms, in her own home, surrounded by
friends and family. Even more importantly, the
assistance the Foundation provided enabled
Sen and Chloe to spend more precious time
together while they could.
Leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma can
develop in anyone, of any age, at any time.
Often with little warning and in acute cases,
may require treatment within 24 hours of
diagnosis. It turns lives upside down overnight.
Combined with costly medical bills and loss
of income, many families find themselves in
financially crippling circumstances whilst
coping with the shock and emotional turmoil
associated with the diagnosis.
This is where the Leukaemia Foundation steps
in, providing personalised support and care for
patients and families right throughout their
journey, from diagnosis, treatment to recovery.
They receive no ongoing government funding
and rely on the generous support of corporate
supporters and the community.
I have participated in many Light The
Night walks in Melbourne, but the
opportunity to join one at Falls Creek is
really special as Chloe and I both learnt to
snowboard here before her diagnosis. Please
join me on Saturday September 5th to light
a lantern of hope for a world without blood
cancers and help raise some much needed
funds to allow the Foundation continue
their support of patients and their families.
Sometimes just knowing you’re not alone
in the fight can have an amazing effect on
someone’s journey. •
Jessie Oakley
Guest Services, Falls Creek
Details:
• Saturday, September 5th 2015.
• 4pm - 6pm. Lantern Collection in Slalom
Plaza.
• 6pm - 6:15 Lantern lighting ceremony in
Slalom Plaza.
• 6:30pm Chair Ride on Falls Express.
• 6:40pm Light the Night Ski.
• Lantern $20 (includes free access to ski
lift for single ski down for lantern run)
For more information, please contact Xena
Pahina on 03 5758 1223. •
FALLS CREEK CHILDCARE & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
Summer 2015-16
We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a
Four year old Kindergarten program to commence in
January 2016 at Falls Creek Childcare Centre.
This exciting program would complement our existing
Early Childhood program in support of its educational
aims and philosophy, drawing on our beautiful
surroundings as a means to deliver exciting and authentic
play experiences and embedding nature-based learning
in core teaching and learning.
We are also taking bookings and expressions of interest
for regular childcare over the green season (October
2015 onwards) to accommodate your needs and develop
a program suited to your children’s abilities and interests.
Please advise us of your interest in the kinder program
and/or childcare by contacting us on 03 5758 1244 or
emailing childcare@fallscreek.com.au
TUNING SPECIALS: Get the most from your Equipment!
Full Tune - $40
P-Tex, base grind, side edge, base bevel, wax
Base Grind - $30
Base grind, side edge, base bevel, wax
Side Edge & Wax - $30
Side edge, base bevel, wax
Iron Wax - $20
Iron-on wax, scrape & brush
Quick Wax - $10
Wintersteiger hot-roller wax system
For your repairs and tuning requirements, talk to our
qualified ski technicians in either the Falls Creek Sports
QT shop, or the Falls Creek Sports Village Bowl shop.
Two convenient Locations: In the QT complex, at the bottom of Falls Express. Ph: 03 5758 1036. Map Ref: F5.
In the Village Bowl, beside Eagle Chairlift. Ph: 03 5758 1030. Map Ref: N2.
A comprehensive range of ski
and outer-wear; Falls Creek
apparel and souvenirs.
Get the Most out of your On-Snow Holiday! with Falls Creek Snowsports School
Snowsports School offers an extensive variety of ski & snowboard programs, catering to
every age and ability level, to help you get the most from your snowsports experience!
Renault Snowclub (3 - 5 yrs)
Full & Half Day programs - include constant supervision, lessons, progress cards and lunch, plus weekly events and daily
fun activities with Pete the Snow Dragon.
Full Day: 9:15am-3:20pm • Half Day: 9:15am-12:50pm
Lesson only: 9:15am-11:50am or 1:15pm-3:20pm
Registration and check-in from 9:15am and 1:15pm;
Lessons commence 10am and 1:30pm.
NEW Burton Riglets snowboard program
(3-5 years)
An interactive introduction to the world of snowboarding, especially
designed for 3-5-year olds with our expert kids’ instructors in the
purpose-built Riglet Park. Sessions available daily: 1:15pm - 3:20pm.
Registration and check-in from 1:15pm; lesson commences 1:30pm.
Junior Workshop Ski & Snowboard
program (6-14 years)
Full and Half Day programs include constant supervision, lessons, lift access, progress passbook and lunches at a variety
of venues throughout the resort, plus weekly events.
Full Day: 9:45am - 3:20pm • Half Day: 9:45am - 1:20pm.
Lesson only: 1:20pm - 3:20pm.
Check-in from 9:45am & 1:20pm; lessons commence 10am & 1:30pm.
NEW Teens Academy Ski & Snowboard
program (13-17 years)
A new, exciting Half Day program, especially designed to
engage and inspire your teen! Program includes technical and
themed lesson focusses, lift access and lunches at a variety of
venues throughout the resort, plus weekly events enjoyed in a
challenging, fun and social environment.
Available daily: 9:45am - 1:20pm.
Check-in from 9:45am; lesson commences 10am.
NEW Adults’ programs are here for 2015!
The AM Group Program features NEW extended sessions of
2 ½ hours; available daily: 9:50am - 12:20pm.
Check-in from 9:50; lesson commences 10am.
The PM Super Session 5 Program guarantees a maximum
of five participants per group and offers a variety of themed
focusses; available daily: 1:20pm - 3:20pm.
Check-in from 1:20pm; lesson commences 1:30pm.
A variety of exciting specialty programs are also available,
including Mums’ Coffee Club, Mim Sodergren Women’s
Program, and our ALL-NEW Alpine Touring Program. Visit our
website: www.skifalls.com.au/ADULTSPROGRAMS
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Brand new to Snowsports?
If you’ve never skied or snowboarded before, the Falls
Beginner program is for you. Includes 1hr50min group lesson
session plus all day access to the Falls Express quad chairlift
as well as Mousetrap and Boardwalk beginner lifts. Programs
are available for Adults and Children (6-14), with lesson
sessions commencing at 10am, 12noon and 1:30pm daily.
Private Lessons
For the ultimate in personalised instruction you can’t go past
a private lesson. Expert, individualised tuition in a session
specially designed to cater to your individual needs and
preferences. Advance bookings are essential.
Booking Details
Save time on arrival and pre-book any of our group programs
online at the eStore: www.skifalls.com.au/estore, or let us
guide you through your choices at any resort ticket office, retail
outlet or the Snowsports School office in the Cloud 9 complex.
Snowsport School office hours: 8:30am - 4pm
Ph: 03 5758 1070 •
Private Lesson Bookings: 03 5758 1071
Em: snowsports@fallscreek.net
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STILL GOOD TO GO!
And Plenty of Enjoyment
E
xcellent snow-making early on,
then good natural falls all add up to
the resort enjoying a good quality
season. And it appears there may be still
more to come.
If you take a moment to wander around
the village, as your editor does, while
delivering with his trusty side-kicks, there
are lots of signs of people enjoying their
time in the snow. Outside ASCOM in
Arlberg Street the families are playing
tobogganing and building snowmen with
their kids. Earlier in the season some-one
Retail Boutique
For Men & Women
For the latest in Après and
Mountain wear including Kjus,
Spyder, Eider, NILS & Völkl.
Also stocking Helly Hansen, Desigual,
Flash Geo and Manas Boots.
Ph: 03 5758 1041
Located in Slalom Plaza
put together a fabulous Igloo (but the
photos never arrived). Elsewhere in the
village are even more snowmen - with
carrots, and grapes and sticks and beanies
- all resplendent in shape, size and attire.
Little jumps have been built and in general
everyone seems to be having a good time.
And there is still a lot more to do.
As we move into spring and September
you could be forgiven for saying that you
should have come for longer - because there
is heaps to enjoy.
On the back of your handy ‘less than’
pocket sized trail map is a list of the extra
activities that will make your holiday
much, much more than just skiing or
boarding - no matter how good it is! (And
everyone should have the Trail Map in
their pocket).
Once you have decided to take advantage
of one or more of the activities, you
may make a booking by phoning the
toll free number, 1800 204 424, or by
speaking with any of the staff in either of
the Falls Creek Sport shops - one in the
QT complex at the base of Falls Express
chairlift, and the other in the Village Bowl,
beside the Eagle Chairlift.
Snowmobile Tours
The opportunity to ride you own
snowmobile does not come along that
often. It sure ain’t gonna happen in Collins
Street - but it will happen on the slopes of
Snowmobile Tours
1800 20 44 24
Opposite Falls Express. Map Ref: F4
Snowbikes is another great way of spending half a day of
fun. Pic - Charlie Brown
Falls Creek and the Bogong High Plains
out towards Mt McKay. Now that the
snow is here get out and enjoy an exciting
snowmobile tour as part of your holiday.
You can either ride your own machine (you
must have a valid, current drivers licence) or
you can go out as the Pillion Passenger, on
the back with a competent guide. The snow,
the scenery, the fresh air - you definitely
ain’t gonna get in Collins Street. •
Back Country Tours
When the snow gets deep, and the slopes
are steep, that’s the time to call Steve Lee
and take advantage of one of his ripper
back country tours. As you will know,
Steve represented Australia at the Olympics
three times. He also competed in World
Cup, winning the GS in Japan.
Steve, with his talented side-kick, Bond,
aaah Steve Bond, will take you skiing in
places you thought no-one should go - like
the south face of Mt McKay - and it’s all
here in Falls Creek. •
Pete’s Roadside Service
At Falls Creek for:
Car Starting - Chain Fitting
- Off Road Recovery
& Snow Shovelling!
Ph: Peter Munday 0427 691 736
Drive
your own
today!
37 years experience
Overnight Ski &
Snowboard Tuning
Falls Creek’s ONLY
Dedicated snowboard store
- Stocking all the brands
Burton, Nitro, Capita, 3CS,
Analog, Union, Afends, Dragon
& Radical Gloves!
Board, Boot & Binding
Packages all season long!
Ph: 5758 1043
Located in Slalom Plaza
At the bottom of Falls Express Map Ref: F5
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Expert Boot Fitting
Ski & Snowboard Hire
Tailored Foot Bed Fitting
A range of Gloves, Goggles and Sunnies
The Hub (Map Ref: K5) • Open Daily 8am to 7pm
Ph: 03 5758 3377
Service & Demo Centre
One Day Adult Hire:
Great Value
Quality Rental
Free Delivery to Accommodation
Open Daily
8:00am to 5:30pm
Friday & Sunday
8:00am to 8:00pm
Huge range of
Salomon Ski Boots
expertly fitted by our
Master Boot Fitter
• Demo Ski & Board Rental
• Ski Touring Equipment
• Expert Ski Tuning
• Mountain Staff Accounts
In the Village Bowl at the Falls Creek Hotel (Map Ref: M2) • Ph: 5758 3819
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ACTIVITIES @ FALLS CREEK
Snow Tubing
In the Tube Park, in the Village Bowl (Map
Ref: O2), next to the Eagle Chairlift, Snow
Tubing provides endless amounts of fun and
excitement. You spin, bounce, bump and laugh
your way down the course on your snow tube.
Open daily from 11am to 6pm, and longer
during school holidays, the purpose built
Snow Tube Park provides fun for the whole
family after dark or whilst having a break
from the slopes. If you can’t find the Tube
Park, just head for the laughter and shrieks.
Numbers are limited so please visit the
Activities Desk located at Falls Creek
Sports in the Village Bowl to arrange your
half hour Snow Tubing session during your
visit to Falls Creek.
Please note participants must be 90cm tall and
a minimum of 5 years old to Snow Tube. •
Slope Groomer Tours
Climb aboard a beautifully heated and
exotic grooming machine (not unlike the
cabin of a space rocket) and watch our
grooming gurus in action. Get a whole new
view of the resort while you watch and learn
how we achieve that perfect corduroy finish.
Bookings must be arranged through the
Activities Desk located at Falls Creek
Sports in the Village Bowl. For bookings or
queries please phone 1800 20 44 24. Other
details are: Minimum age 18 years. Depart
and return from Falls Creek Sports in the
Village Bowl via a snowmobile transfer.
Maybe even get your animal onesie out and scare the
pants off… ahhh, your mates! Pic – Elle @ Top Shots
And to be able to take a sight-seeing tour; or event to flit
over to Hotham for a day gives a real appreciation of the
Bogong High Plains. Pic - Jiri @ Top Shots
One guest per 50 minute tour on Monday
to Thursday & then Saturday evening. •
Contact Forest Air on 1300 731 450. Visit
their website at www.forestair.com.au, or
make a booking through our Activities
Hotline 1800 204 424. •
Helicopter Flights
Forest Air Helicopters are a local quality
chopper service based in Albury. They
offer several services including a ferry
service from Albury to the slopes; from
Mount Beauty to the slopes; the Heli Link
from the slopes of Falls Creek to the slopes
of Hotham for the day.
Then there are the scenic flights. The Bell
Longranger 206L3 can take six people and
will give you the experience of a life-time.
I mean - how often do you get the chance
to enjoy the beauty of the Bogong High
Plains from the comfort of a helicopter.
No-one has ever come back to say they
didn’t “love it!”
Mountain Orientation Tours
New for this year and aimed at first time
visitors to Falls Creek, these tours are aimed
at intermediate skiers who have never
visited this resort before. You may take
the opportunity to join with a guide and
be shown the easy way to get around the
village, the slopes and to and from your
accommodation. Tours will take place from
11am on Saturday, Monday and Wednesday
and from 2:30pm on Sunday. Meet at the
sign next to Falls Express in Slalom Plaza. •
Serving Falls Creek for 53 years!
Open Seven Days
From 11am until Late!
Spring has Sprung!
It’s $10 Nightly Cocktail Month. Each night
we will have a special $10 Elkinator Cocktail.
Brown Bros Wine Tasting
Saturday Sept 5th 4 - 6pm. All Welcome!
Why the Falls Creek Hotel?
• Ski in - Ski out
• Great Lunches
• Extensive Cellar List
• Fabulous Outlook
• Exceptional Hospitality
• Ideal Location
Add to your diary…
The annual…
SES BBQ Lunch
On the Hotel Balcony
Saturday 26th September
Your once-a-year opportunity
to help raise badly needed
funds for our SES Team.
Fabulous Shopping
SnowRider shop is open! 8:30am to
5:30pm and 8pm on Friday and Sundays.
In the Village Bowl
Ph: 5758 3282 (Map Ref M2)
Friday 4th: Porridge with stewed Rhubarb $12.50.
Express Lunch $18.50. Early dinner specials from 5 6:30pm Fish and chips $25. Two course kids meals $15
Saturday 5th: Egg & Bacon Toastie w coffee $12.
Express Lunch $18:50. Early dinner specials from 5
- 6:30pm Pork Spare Ribs with mash $25. Two course
kids meals $15.
Sunday 6th: ‘Father’s Day!’ When the Family dines
- Dad eats for free! Savoury French toast w bacon,
poached egg and chutney $18. Express Lunch $18:50.
Sunday Three Course Roast $35. Two Course Kids
meals $15.
Monday 7th: Egg & Bacon Toastie w coffee $12.
Express Lunch $18.50. Early Dinner Specials from
5-6:30pm. Lamb Shank w Mash $25. Two course kids
meals $15.
Tuesday 8th: Egg & Bacon Toastie w coffee $12.
Express Lunch $18:50. Early dinner specials from 5
- 6:30pm. Chicken Breast Parmigiana, chips & salad
$25. Two course kids meals $15.
Wednesday 9th: Elk breakfast w poached egg, sliced
tomato, avocado, Dukkah & Persian fetta $18:50.
Express Lunch $18:50. Early dinner specials from 5
- 6:30pm. Beef Cheeks w Mash and veg $25. Two
course kids meals $15.
Thursday 10th: Egg & Bacon Toastie w coffee $12.
Express Lunch $18:50. Early dinner specials from 5
- 6:30pm. T Bone with chips & salad $25.
Friday 11th: Porridge with stewed Rhubarb $12.50.
Express Lunch $18.50. Early dinner specials from 5
- 6:30pm Fish and chips $25. Two course kids meals $15.
Saturday 12th: Onesie Weekend - featuring the
‘Royce Twins!”
18 Slalom Street, Falls Creek
Centrally located - opposite Silver Ski
Ph: 03 5758 3673 Map Ref: I4
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Happy Hours 5:30pm - 6:30pm daily
Dinner from 5:30pm
Friday 4th
TRIVIA w Muzz! Happy Hours 5:30 - 8pm.
$15 Parmies and Joker Poker!
AFL Live on the Big Screen
Fri: Richmond V Nth Melbourne 7:30pm
Sat: Brisbane Lions V West Bulldogs 3pm
Sat: West Coast Eagles V St Kilda 7:30pm
Sun: Collingwood V Essendon 3pm
Sunday 6th
$15 Roast Night - it’s Tasty
Monday 7th
$15 Mexican Night - Olay!!
Tuesday 8th
Darts Night! Semi Finals - be there!
$15 Burgers & JD specials all night!
Wednesday 9th
Jug Night and ripper $15 Steaks.
Thursday 10th
$20 Half Rack of Ribs - Finger Lickin’!!
Take Away Liquor
from the Bottleshop
Facebook.com/FryingPanInn
Ph: 03 5758 3390
In the Village Bowl • Map Ref: O2
Falls Creek’s country pub in the snow.
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FALLS FREESTYLE SERIES
Night Rambler & Banked
Slalom
W
elcome to spring! What a season
we have had so far with The
Falls Freestyle Series - especially
in the last weekend! Two inaugural events
sent heads spinning and tongues wagging,
introducing us to a whirlwind of talent and
ability from our local and imported riders
here in Falls Creek. The Falls Creek Night
Rambler and the Bandwagon Banked
Slalom still both have the mountain in a
flurry of bragging and chatter.
When we arrived down at Falls Express
and set up for the race, we had no idea the
lengths of seriousness some of the teams
had gone to to win. The tightest spandex,
cooked racing skis and streamline helmets
had us all in giggles as we watched teams
glare each other off as they got on the lift.
General Manager Francis Jackson almost
had flames coming from his ski’s as he
crossed the finish line, and although the
weather was not ideal, all the teams stayed
in high spirits for the entire night. As it
turns out too, Race Club Kids are the fastest
skier’s on the mountain. We predict they’ll
be bragging well into next season about it.
As the sun rose the next morning it was
full speed ahead for the weary Events
and Park boys as we head down to Route
66 with our Bandwagon and Cowboy
hats ready to start the next event. A first
for Falls Creek, we also jumped on the
bandwagon of doing a Banked Slalom
competition this year and I must say, we
did a cracking job! The course had jaw’s
dropping and competitors flying into B
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Bookings are fabulous
SMS: 0418 453 525
Phone: 5758 3214
Jeremy Burns looking good in the Bandwagon Banked
Slalom. Pic - Chris Hocking
Nets left, right and centre - presenting
itself like a wild bronco needing taming
before it was ridden at full speed.
The riders were all really pleased with the
course, and the turnout for the event was
incredible. The speed that some of the
competitors came down at was unbelievable
and left legs burning and hearts racing by the
end of the track. Let’s not forget to mention
best stack of the day, BJ Humphries who
did a double cork over the biggest net on the
hill, almost rolling the entire thing up for us
again. Not to worry - he was fished out of the
net like a stuck mermaid and was able to not
only finish the course, but smash out a killer
time the next lap around.
The western theme went down like a glass
of wine after a long day of work - smooth
and full of character! We had a cap gun
shoot off, western accents and western
tunes pumping all day. Our only issue was
Park Ranger Jack Johnson had troubles
holstering his weapons and kept dropping
them on course (what a rookie!).
Results from both events can be found
on our facebook page facebook.com/
FallsTerrainParks or by visiting the Falls Creek
Events Page at skifalls.com.au/Events. •
Steph Adams
6 Falls Creek Road Map Ref : J5
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THE COCKTAIL COMPETITION
Winners All Round
T
he inaugural Falls Creek Cocktail
competition, sponsored by Mumm
Champagne, had its final night on
Monday night at Stingray. Coming into
the final round saw Oishii Go leading by
just half a point over Astra and Stingray
only two points behind them.
The first round was held at Oishii Go and was
won by Team Astra (after a sexy dance off). The
second round was held at Astra and won by
team Oishii. The final round saw all the teams
save the best for last, resulting in their best
scores for the competition. Team Stingray’s final
cocktail scored almost top scores making them
the clear winners for round three.
The clearly over-qualified judges were Steve Lee
from Steve Lee’s Backcountry Tours, Francis
Jackson - General Manager from Falls Creek
Lift Co and Marnie Searles from Kilimanjaro
Apartments. As they sat and collated the
scores, the contestants began to party for
what was to be a long and enjoyable night.
We would like to thank all the contestants
that put a lot of time and effort into this
event - all trying to do their best for not only
their respective venues, but into making Falls
Creek a fun and exciting Après ski resort.
Team Stingray consisted of Olivia Tarten and
Tara Yensch; team Oishii was Taryn Perrett
and Tarsha Autio and team Astra had the boys
with Dave Thompson and Thomas Mayer the
First. The wisdom imparted by Dave and Tom,
the fast facts and trivia from Olivia, the Geisha
costumes from Taryn and Tarsha all made for a
fun and interesting event, however Tara’s special
Your Happening Venue!
Open Seven Days - 5pm ‘til Late!
Dinner: 5:30pm - 9pm
Exotic Pizzas, Tasty Steaks, Perfect Pastas
concoctions, jelly infused ingredients and the
flames pouring from one jug to another, gave
her the prize for best showman and she took
home a $100 voucher at Oishii Go.
So it was time to announce the winners, and
controversially we had a tie, with Team Oishii
and Team Stingray both coming in first place,
just half a point in front of Team Astra. We
debated a dance off between the girls, but
decided it was probably inappropriate, we
suggested another cocktail, but the judges
simply couldn’t drink anymore, so it was
announced that both Stingray and Oishii
would be joint winners.
Franno from Falls Creek Lift Co announced
that all four winners would receive season passes
for the 2016 season and third place a 2 for 1
deal. Steve Lee from Steve Lee’s Backcountry
Tours also gave a tour for all four winners and a
2 for 1 deal to the third team. Marnie also gave
a weekend for an Apartment at Kilimanjaro
Apartments to the third place getter.
The paper believes that all six contestants
are going out on Steve Lee’s tour one day
next week and are going to crack open
their magnum of Mumm Champagne
donated by Stingray and QT Resort.
This event was the idea of Luke Murphy from
Stingray and a big thank you goes out to him.
It is hoped that the event continues from year
Cocktail makers and shakers and judges - all enjoying a
fabulous result. Pic - Courtesy Oishii Go
to year and grows bigger and better each year.
It was put on to highlight the wonderful and
diverse boutique bars and restaurants that are
in Falls Creek and hopefully reinvigorate the
Après and Cocktail culture at Falls Creek and
further enhance the guests experience.
It was great to see Astra, Stingray and Oishii
Go working together to ensure the success
of this event and the wonderful support
from the Falls Creek Lift Company, Steve
Lee’s Backcountry Tours and Kilimanjaro
Apartments. This broad support and
involvement is exactly what is needed to make
Falls Creek remain not only the best Ski
Resort in Australia , but the most fun too.
Once again, congratulations to Oishii Go and
Stingray teams, who did do a dance off much
later at another venue, but that’s another story! •
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kits by Dandelyon; hand-made wrapping paper; colouring books by Peppin Press;
homewares by Mint Home; cards by Natalie Martin; colouring pencils by Lyra;
novels, cook books and coffee table books by Random House, Penguin and
Lantern; ceramics by Catherine Wheeler; clothing beanies & homewares by Snow
Angel; scarves & homewares by Indus; hand-made leather notebooks by Uscha;
nail polish by Willow; art by Alison Percy, Julie Pedler, Amy Green, Elle
Shaw, Matt Hull, Natalie Martin, Jenny Woodcock & Charlie Brown.
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CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
XC Commitment
A
s Ronice Goebel puts it, she had “an
urban upbringing.” However you
never would have guessed it; nor
would you have guessed that Ronice didn’t
start skiing until she was 20. “Apart from
Christmas cards, I did not know anything
about snow.” None-the-less, as soon as
Ronice got a taste of the white stuff there
was no turning back.
“At Uni, the student union ran a ski trip to
Baw Baw and I was hooked after day one.
We were poor students, so I bought those
good old ‘MICA’ XC skis that were the
latest back then. I just knew I loved this
thing called snow and skiing, and it was so
fun adventuring with friends.”
Eventually Ronice moved to the northeast
after a fortuitous meeting and to further her
love of the alpine area. “I was a leader on a
Mountain and Ski Tour Leaders Course and
met Rod Withers, an artist and Jaffa’s father!
After meeting at Luna Park to plan a hiking
trip to Tassie and then having a great time
there, I guess we got on pretty well. Rod had
relocated to Harrietville and a job came up
at Bogong Outdoor Centre which I applied
for, and here I am.”
The move to Bogong Village only poured more
fuel on the fire and drove Ronice’s passion for
skiing and all things outdoors. “As a young
teacher I was in a dream job. I loved being
in the mountains and I loved teaching in the
outdoors. And yes, after an urban upbringing, I
loved winter and skiing and getting to know the
Bogong High Plains. Life was an adventure and
still is. There were a lot of experienced people I
learnt from and it was a fabulous opportunity to
learn all manner of things.”
After a long teaching stint at Bogong, Ronice
jumped valleys and started teaching at Bright
P-12 College. Ronice was a key member in
creating the School’s ski team and almost
single-handedly started a Nordic ski program
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at the school to go along with the already
existing downhill program. “Naturally I took
on the Outdoor Education program, developed
courses and got involved in the life of the
community that included XC skiing! Bright
is predominantly DH ski focused, but had a
good school ski program and we somehow
developed a passion for XC and built a hub of
people, (including the Kovacs family!) so keen
that we did really well at Interschools and got
kudos from that. I also helped run the primary
school ski program that let kids ski, build things
and have fun so they wanted to keep doing it.
Looking back, cross country skiing was also a
less expensive way for people to enjoy skiing as it
was more accessible and inclusive.”
Alongside her work in Outdoor Education,
Ronice has been a very active member of
the Victorian Ski Squad and the Birkebeiner
Nordic Ski Club (currently the president).
Ronice has also been the manager for the Vic
team for a number of years now, leading trips
overseas and organising camps within Victoria.
The team has grown now to roughly 50
athletes, which is a huge credit to her and many
others. “Yes it’s huge now. The Vic Squad was
resurrected by Keebs, (Brian Keeble) and Finn
(Marsland) back in 2002 and I got involved
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when my daughter Jaffa was in the squad. I
think Keebs asked me to organise a BBQ and
here I am today. Initially it was small, but with
huge enthusiasm from Jacinta O’Neill and
JC Legras (who is still coaching), it has now
expanded to about 30 skiers in the team and 20
young skiers in the development squad.”
Ronice attributes the booming growth within
the Vic team to the families and the positive
atmosphere within the group. “Its growth
is testament to the families enthusiasm and
inclusive approach to junior sport that is
based on fun, friendship and challenge. It
also reflects the program that includes four
off snow camps including a surf camp at
Anglesea, adventure camp at Millgrove and
Lake Mountain, and a biennial training camp
overseas to North America. We also have
lots of athletes who are fantastic role models
coming back, who get involved in coaching.”
It seems that over the years, Ronice’s
Ronice Goebel at this year’s Hoppet. Pic - Ken Bell.
passion and love for the snow and all
things outdoors has only grown stronger.
Ronice has spent the last few years
travelling around the world competing
in cross-country and Worldloppet races.
She has found herself all over the world in
some fairly far-flung places. “Loppet races
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can take you places you might otherwise
not venture to. After skiing the Sapporo
(Japan) and Demino in Rybisnk, Russia,
I’ve now completed all 16 World Loppet
races. They are all memorably crazy in
some way and after doing the first 10,
probably reflect an inexplicable obsession
to complete them all. Satisfaction is being
amazed at the relief I feel at the finish line,
especially after the 90km Vasa Loppet
The Good News…
Refuse and Recycling
Falls Creek is one of the first
resorts to recycle organic matter.
We recycle:• Cardboard - baled and sold for
re-manufacture.
• Co-mingles - plastic, glass and
paper - in the clear plastic bags with
RED print. All sent for re-cycling.
• Organics - anything that has ever
lived - food, paper, oyster shells,
bones - in the clear plastic bags
with the GREEN print. All sent to be
composted.
Falls Creek Garbage is collected
seven days a week during winter.
If you require supplies of bags,
have questions, or see a problem,
Phone: 0427 411 415
(Sweden), the fascination of being in new
cities and cultures especially when travelling
solo, and definitely gaining insights into the
world of Loppet events and making new
friends as a representative of the Kangaroo
Hoppet Board.”
As Ronice slides past 60 in style, she
reflects on her earlier days of skiing. “I
was not in a club and I did not know
anything about track skiing. We just went
exploring and camping in the snow with
friends. Could I turn? Well, eventually
the telemark turn changed the way we
went down hills. I look back and wonder
how come I’m still alive.” As for her
days in Bogong, she still does do a lot of
casual relief teaching at the centre and is
now passing her skills along to the next
generation, although she admits “I was
rather green back then” and now “greener
in different ways” with the modern world.
Snow Boot Camp
Where: Falls Creek Nordic Centre
When:
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays*
Time:
7:30am
Ab Tuesdays @ 6pm Falls Creek Board
Sessions: Room
Trainer: Jean-Claude Legras (Strength & Conditioning Coach - National Ski Team).
Bookings Essential: Ph: 03 5758 3408
Rates:
Drop In $20 per session
$200 for Four Weeks
Still, Ronice happily reminds me she was
born in the year of the horse and I guess
she is still happily galloping along at a
pace few can keep up with. •
Paul Kovacs
Mini Series
Sunday 30th August was our final Snow
Trek and Travel Wodonga’ Mini Series
for 2015. The weather was fabulous for
the final day which saw 28 participants
compete - ranging from under 7 years
to under 15. At the completion of the
race, the presentations were held. Each
participant received a special Snow Trek
and Travel Mini Series Diploma and six
participants received a special Telemark
Nordic Ski Club medal for competing
in all Snow Trek and Travel Mini Series
races for 2015. Over all we had 78
children compete across the three races,
with 6 competing in all three races. The
TNSC medals went to: Louise Prest;
Emma Prest; Arana Benne Keeble; Amity
Marantelli; Jorja Cullen and Nicola
Baines.
Next year we hope we can have more
children who achieve this, especially
some boys!!!
Telemark Nordic Ski Club would like to
thank our sponsor Snow Trek and Travel
Wodonga, for their continued support
with providing all of the great spot prizes
this year and assisting TNSC in the
promotion of cross country skiing for
children and families. •
* Other sessions, times, days possible - based upon demand.
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DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA
Loving Drovers Park
F
or the last weekend of winter it felt
very much spring-like on the 29th
and 30th of August - and we loved it.
DWA was soaking up the sun rays on the
weekend, with five skiers joining us on the
slopes. And all of our clients were returning
skiers, so they knew exactly how lucky they
were to experience such awesome weather.
Mansfield Autistic Statewide Services brought
up a group of four youngsters from Dookie to
Falls Creek, with a previous student of theirs,
Coen Lovell making the fifth. Last year the
four from Dookie had their first trip to the
snow and have been talking about it ever since,
and when they got on the bus I was assured
that they were all coming back next year.
It was an adventurous camp; the group almost
saw every run on the mountain. As there was a
lot of time spent on snow, we also made sure to
sample the produce to be enjoyed from most
of the local cafés. From Snownuts’ Doughnuts
to hot chocolates at Maggies, we were all very
satisfied by the end of the day.
Coen Lovell was back to tackle the terrain
park. Last time he came up it was early in
the season so the park wasn’t quite built.
This time he was very pleased to see the
Drovers Park in full swing. Riding over the
rainbow box and enjoying some air on the
line of jumps, Coen had a great time. It’s not
every day that your job allows you to spend
a morning riding a Falls Creek terrain park,
so naturally I had to tag along for some laps.
The crew from Dookie had a great time exploring the mountain. Guides Catherine Tinlin
and Sam Lee had their work cut out for them.
Charlee Larcombe and Emily Fowkes - their ski
buddies were always on the go. Two of the four,
Bella Loe and Ethan Smith were having their
first experience on the skis, after snowboarding
last year and deciding to switch. We think some
wise chap must have had a word to them!
Next weekend at Falls Creek we flood
the slopes with Sit-Skis. Royal Talbot
Rehabilitation Centre and DWA are bringing
a crew of seven with spinal cord injuries to
Falls Creek. The Talbot camps are always a
great weekend - there is something very special
about getting people back onto the snow after
a life-changing event such as a spinal cord
injury. As these are people that may have once
known the life of skiing and snowboarding as
an able bodied person, getting back on snow is
something many of them thought they would
never be able to do again. There is a great
deal of satisfaction that the guides feel when
volunteering for such important weekend for
a members. So look for the crew this weekend
and feel free to come and say hi. •
Tom Ridley
Funraiser
On Thursday 17th of September, Huski
Café Falls Creek will be running a DWA
fundraiser at their restaurant.
Starting at 6:30pm Sweetwater Brewery
has donated one of their beautiful kegs of
DWA client, Coen Lovell heads over the Rainbow Box
while guide Nick Sugden goes under - all in a day’s fun!
Pic - Tom Ridley.
beer for the occasion, every beer purchased
out of the keg will help raise money for
Disabled Wintersport Australia. Pete Hull,
the brewer of Sweetwater’s fantastic beer
will be there on the night, so you can come
along and worship him and also pick his
brain about how to brew the perfect beer.
There will be food specials on the night
and a large representation of the DWA staff
will be there also, making it a great chance
to come along and find out more about
this fantastic organisation. We hope to see
you all there! •
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MOTORING TIPS
Dangerous Loads
If the snow on your roof comes off, you
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and others. Always clear the snow from
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LOCAL HISTORY
A Man of the Mountains
I
think that credit for much of the
background work in the initial
development of Falls Creek should
be given to Martin Romuld for his early
encouragement and appreciation of the beauty
of the high country and of skiing!” Fred Vines,
member of Bogong Ski Club in the 1940’s.
Born near Trondheim, Norway in 1905
Romuld began skiing at an early age. By the
time he was six he was competing in various
ski events but it was in ski jumping that he
competed at the National level. Romuld
studied civil engineering in Trondheim but
with the Great Depression affecting Norway,
he decided to emigrate, arriving in Australia in
March 1928. While working in Melbourne in
1931 Martin returned to competitive skiing.
For the next few years he was to dominate both
State and National jump and langlauf events
while great rival, Tom Mitchell, consistently
beat him in the slalom. He was considered “one
of the best ski jumpers the country has ever seen
and one of the best all round skiers for his day.”
(Australian Ski Year Book 1988).
In 1934 the editor of Victorian Ski Year
Book wrote “We are fortunate, from
several aspects, in having Mr Martin
Romuld as a member. Firstly he brought
honour to the Club during the past season
by winning Australia’s most coveted ski
title: that of National Champion, a title
which he will be successful in retaining for
many seasons. We were further indebted
to him for his splendid work at Donna
Buang for the jumping course. Mr Romuld
was responsible for the plan and profile of
the new jumping hill, together with the
solution of its engineering problems.”
In June 1936 Martin joined the State
Electricity Commission (SEC) as resident
engineer based at a hydro-meteorological
station (built in 1933 and later known as
Wilkinson’s Hut) erected just downhill
from Wallace’s Hut. Martin’s off-sider,
Joe Holston lived nearby in another hut
which burned down in October 1940.
(AGL workers report finding the ruins of
a hut not far from the old SEC Hut after
the 2003 bush fires). However Martin
primarily skied alone, measuring flow rates
and recording snow depths.
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At times additional
workers would assist
in the measurements
and it was many of
these SEC workers
that Romuld taught
to ski - it appears he
inspired many would
be skiers. Interest in
skiing was such that
in 1940 discussions
about forming a
ski club were held
in his cottage and
later the same year
SEC workers based
in Bogong Village
formed the Bogong
Ski Club.
Martin skied
extensively over the
High Plains on day
trips extending from
Mt Hotham to Mt
Bogong. Andy Broad, Martin Romuld. Pic
in the November
- Courtesy the Falls Creek
Museum.
1936 edition of
Schuss magazine,
wrote about joining
him on a tour.
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LOCAL HISTORY
“we decided to call in on our old friend,
Martin Romuld who is stationed at the SEC‘s
cottage. Martin is very fit, enjoys every bit of
life on the plains, and is very pleased with his
job. On the jump which he has already built
at the rear of his cottage he has covered 128
feet (39.014m). He has also a slalom course
set down the Middle Creek Valley.
During the afternoon he took us for a tour
along Rocky Valley, towards Mt McKay.
After running over it, Martin claims that
Mt McKay possesses the finest downhill
course he has ever seen in Australia, the
descent being 3,000 feet to the snowline.
This mountain also has ideal slalom courses,
in addition to possessing a natural jumping
hill. There are quite a number of adjacent
slopes suitable for racing. When one hears
an opinion such as that expressed by a skier
of the calibre of Martin, it is wondered why
our racing skiers claim that conditions on
the plains are too flat for racing.”
In the five years he was based at the
S.E.C cottage Martin was to have a great
influence on the aspiring skiers of the
day, who were no doubt impressed by his
“steady upright stance” and the fact he
skied “without any flamboyance or obvious
effort.” Julian Newton Brown pays further
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Martin Romuld, Herb Kendall and John Martin on
skis outside the SEC Hut which later became Wilkinson
Lodge. Pic - Courtesy the Falls Creek Musem.
The new Prinoth BR 350 slope grooming machine
named after our man of the mountains, Martin
Romuld. Pic - Courtesy Geoff Sorenson.
testimony to his prowess.
“At one time Bill Kent Hughes (later Sir
Wilfred) was touring the High Plains
and met Martin at Wilkinson’s and asked
him how long it would take him to get to
Hotham and back. Martin said about six
hours. Bill considered that impossible and
bet him a dozen bottles of beer he couldn’t
do it in the time. Martin set off immediately
and returned with an item from Hotham as
proof in 5 hours 45 minutes.”
This unofficial record still stood in 1970.
(One can’t but wonder what time our current
ski champions would take for a Wallace’s Hut
- Hotham return - on classic waxing skis!)
In 1941 Martin joined the Royal Australian
Air Force and after the war skied mainly at
Mt Buller. He maintained his involvement
in competitive skiing as an official. It was
from participating in his first ski jump event
at Falls Creek in 1958 that Julian Newton
Brown became friends with Romuld.
The Falls Creek Museum has (in storage),
by courtesy of Newton Brown, the wooden
skis used by Romuld on his High Plains
rounds. A pair of his jumping boots are
also held by the museum.
In recognition of Martin Romuld’s
contribution to skiing on the high plains,
the new Prinoth slope Grooming machine
that now does such a great job on our cross
country trails has been named after him. •
Visit the
Bogong Power Station
Information Centre
Open
7 days, 4 - 9pm
12 - 9pm Sundays
Kim & Mario
See our menu @
facebook/swissandchips
For historical & geological exhibits.
Now Open: Sundays and Mondays
10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine Village
Group Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318
WARM GEAR - For Winter
Fully licensed restaurant
Renowned dining and wines
Hand-made Pastas - Slowbraised Meats
- World’s best Pork Chop - Hand-churned
fruit ice cream - among other un-worldly
delights by Roi
Age ‘Good Food Guide’ since 1998
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Bookings please - Gift Vouchers available
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Winter Hours
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Dinner ~ Wed to Sat: ‘til late
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Lunch from 12noon. Dinner from 5:30pm
Orders & Bookings
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Now stocking Sorel Boots
Warm work-wear from CAT
And a range of warm winter gear
for all ages.
Mountain Staff - we have toasters, kettles, pots,
frypans, microwaves & utensils.
Mt. Beauty Hardware &
Drapery Store
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5:30pm.
Sat: 9am - 4pm.
Sun & Public Hols: 9am - 2pm
12 - 14 Hollonds Street
Mount Beauty
Ph: 03 5754 1999
Our Bank has now returned
Over $420,000
to this community since
opening December 2007!
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Ph: 03 5754 4484
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Thank You
N
amaste! The English as a
Secondary Language Peer Support
Group at Wodonga Senior
Secondary College would like to pass
on our thanks to the extremely generous
people of Mount Beauty and Falls Creek,
who helped make our annual Falls Creek
Day on Wednesday, 19th August, such a
wonderful experience.
Our peer support group are aged from 15
to 19 years old, with Wodonga students
working together with migrant and refugee
youths from Africa, the Philippines, China,
Vietnam and Nepal. This is a student
led program that has been running for
three years, where Falls Creek and YMCA
Howman’s Gap invite our multicultural
group to participate in winter sports, to assist
with our English communication skills and
confidence in learning new skills that were
previously thought to be out of reach.
While it was the first time seeing snow for
some of us, others have loved the snow so
much due to this program that they have
WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER
5th
Mount Beauty Community Market, top end of Hollonds Street & Kiewa Crescent. 9am - 1pm. New stall holders welcome. Phone Bev on 03 5754 4097 to enquire or book a stall.
5th
TDFNL Semi-Final Two.
5th Light the Night Ski or Board for the Leukaemia Foundation. From 6pm in Slalom Plaza. Details from 03 5758 1200.
6th
TDFNL Semi-Final One
10th
Monthly meeting of the Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association. 7pm at The Auditorium - beside the information centre. Ph: 5754 1714.
11th - 13th Onesie Weekend @ Falls Creek. Get your suit now and be in it to win it! Further details in the next edition. Ph: 003 5758 1200.
12th
TDFNL Preliminary Final
16th
Monthly Meeting of the UKV Country Women’s Assn. 7pm at the Uniting Church Upper Room.
Craft or Guest Speakers each meeting. Em: mountbeautycwa@gmail.com
16th
Mount Beauty Primary School Arts Nights. Prep, Year 1 & Year 2 performances and art
display, 6:30pm in the Mount Beauty Comm. Centre. Tickets @ School Office. Ph: 5754 4354.
17th
18th 19th
19th
20th
26th
Mount Beauty Primary School Arts Nights. Yrs 3-6 performances and Art display, featuring Spooky Eukies & Year 6 performance of ‘Shiver Me Timbers.’ 6:30pm in the Mount Beauty Comm. Centre. Tickets at School Office. Ph: 5754 4354.
Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed Group - PLUS the AGM. 12noon at the Senior Citizens Rooms, Tawonga Cres
TDFNL Final.
SES BBQ at the Falls Creek Hotel. A Fun/d Raiser for local SES Team. Be there from Midday.
Team Mount Beauty AGM. 5pm at the Cricket Clubrooms. Come along for a social chat and be part of the best bike club in Aus. Enquiries: Em: turikberg@yahoo.co.uk.
SES BBQ at the Falls Creek Hotel. A Fun/d Raiser for the local SES Team. From Midday.
WHAT’S ON OCTOBER
3rd
Mount Beauty Community Market, top end of Hollonds Street & Kiewa Crescent. 9am - 1pm. New stall holders welcome. Phone Bev on 03 5754 4097 to enquire or book a stall.
7th
Social Mixed Tennis starts. 7pm at Clubrooms. Ph: 0417 206 672.
8th
Monthly meeting of the Upper Kiewa Valley Community Association. 7pm at The Auditorium - beside the information centre. Ph: 5754 1714.
10th
Falls Creek Reunion. Rising Sun Hotel,
2 Raglan Street, South Melbourne. From Midday. Details from Rod Drill.
10th & 11th Vic Downhill Series kicks off at the Big Hill Mountain Bike Park - hosted by Team Mount Beauty. Lots of action and volunteers are needed. Em: turikberg@yahoo.co.uk or visit: tmb.
16th 21st
25th
Monthly Meeting of the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed Group - PLUS the AGM. 12noon at the Senior Citizens Rooms, Tawonga Cres
Monthly Meeting of UKV Country Women’s Association. 7pm at the Uniting Church Upper Room. Craft or Guest Speakers at each meeting. Em: mountbeautycwa@gmail.com
Mitta to Mount Beauty Point to Point Mountain Bike Race. 55km. Starts Mitta Caravan Park at 10am. Further Details under events at www.tmb.org.au.
since taken their families up for their own
winter adventures. This year, our group
were invited to Falls Creek for our first
ever snow tubing experience and downhill
skiing lessons and, although it was fair to
say we were extremely nervous, we had an
absolutely fantastic time! To be able to race
down the tube park at thrilling speeds,
survive the Falls Express chair lift for the
first time and overcome any doubts about
our abilities to ski was a real confidence
boost for our group.
We would like to say a big thankyou to
everyone who donated their time, services
and patience to make our day such a
success: Jo Prothero, Amy Hodge and
Chris Hocking at Falls Creek, Heath and
Jan at Falls Creek Coaches; along with the
generous Mount Beauty and Harrietville
locals who donated ski gloves and goggles.
Without your help, the day would not have
been possible. Thanks again! •
Anthony Brewergray
English as a Second Language Teacher,
Wodonga Senior Secondary College.
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The Ball is Back
Sixteen more sleeps until the ultimate social
event of the Falls Creek winter calendar.
The Spring Ball ‘happens’ at Pretty Valley
lodge Sunday the 20th September.
The entertainment highlight of the
evening will be the appearance of Mr.
Johnny Devlin. Johnny will be ably
assisted by Debbie Neilson and also Luke
Reeves. Debbie is an actor of note who
has recently finished filming the soon to
be released full length movie ‘Ambrosia’.
She has also appeared in numerous
musical theatre shows. During the
evening of the Spring Ball, Debbie will act
out some Marilyn Monroe numbers and
will also belt out a signature tune or two
from the songbook of Connie Francis.
Luke has likewise performed in many
live theatre productions, including leads
in Oklahoma, Jesus Christ Superstar
and Beauty and the Beast. His guitar
skills are top notch and a strong baritone
voice will compliment some of the famed
songs of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley.
A précis of Johnny Devlin’s career will
appear next week.
Cost of the evening is $75 per person.
Please see the advertisement on Page
Eight for more details in this edition of
‘This Week’ •
Rotary Ski Day
The proximity to the snow of the Rotary
Club of Mount Beauty means that we
should take advantage of it. The snow
that is. And so, on the second Tuesday of
each month, local Rotarians invite any
visiting Rotarians to join them for a ski
and lunch. That second Tuesday is the
one coming, Tuesday 8th.
The order of the day is to meet in Cloud
9 at 10am over a coffee and do some
introductions. It shouldn’t be too hard
to pick a bunch of grey headed retirees
(some maybe even in one piece - but can
they ski?).
Then it’s off to explore the mountain,
hopefully taking advantage of the local
knowledge as our team show the visitors
around. After a couple of hours cruising,
we all then head to the Falls Creek Hotel
where we will be booked in for a relaxing
lunch at 1pm - and a sample of some of
their fine wines. Those that want to ski
again may do so. Others may take in
Harvey Hour - and some may even have
to go back to work. Oh dear!
If you are a visiting Rotarian, you and
your family are sincerely invited to join
us for either or a slide and lunch, or just
lunch. PS: Rotary business is minimal on
this occasion. Further details from: Ken:
0400 350 488. •
Golf Club Fixtures
September / October 2015
Sat 5th September: Men’s Monthly Medal.
Sat 12th September: Men’s Canadian (Pairs).
Bhima Thapa mastering the art of snow ploughing with
the help of instructor Jackson Sloss. Pic - Chris Hocking.
Sat 27th September: Men’s Two Ball
Ambrose.
Sat 3rd October: Men’s Monthly Medal.
Thurs 8th October: Ladies’ Bright
Tournament.
Sat 10th October: Round One Men’s Club
Championships.
Wed 14th October: Ladies’ Monthly
Medal/Summit Final Round.
Sat 17th October: Round Two Men’s Club
Championships.
Sat 24th October: Round 3 Men’s Club
Championships.
Sat 31st October: ‘Yellow Ball’ Comp.
Mount Beauty Golf Club, Tawonga
Crescent, Mount Beauty.
Visitors and green fee players welcome.
Further details from:
Michael Bartholomew, Mb: 0418 431 531,
or Em: mrbartholomew@hotmail.com •
CLASSIFIEDS
FOR LEASE
Storage Cages in St Falls Building (Near Supermarket) Short or
Long term hire. Large Size 62cm wide by 120 cm deep, private
and secure with key code access. Ph: Sam 0418 878 911.
FALLS CREEK ALPINE ASSOCIATION
Are you a flat owner or club lodge at Falls Creek? Would you
like more information or input to Falls Creek issues? The
Falls Creek Alpine Association is an active group representing
the flats/apartments and club lodges at Falls Creek. For more
information/application please visit www.fcaa.org.au
YOGA CLASSES
Monday and Thursday in the Boardroom between Foodworks
and Stingray at 6pm. All Welcome.
IN LODGE BABYSITTING - FALLS CREEK
A service for the Falls Creek Village. First aid, WWC check and
credentials. Please call for rates and availability. Ph: 0451 149 066
or 0438 631 976.
HAIRSTYLIST FALLS CREEK
Karyn Wickes, Specialising in cutting. Ph: 0409 823 705.
BUSINESS FOR SALE
Mt Beauty Taxi Country Licence & 2013 Ford Mondeo
Hatch. Plus 4WD Toyota Landcruiser & Luggage Trailer.
Good Clientele. Dep. of Veterans Affairs; V/line; Snowfield:
Health Services & Walking Group Contracts. Running
successfully for 23 Years. $250,000 Ph: Brian 0419 573 909.
BUSINESS FOR SALE
Local earthmoving business (established 17 years) Mt. Beauty
Bobcat. For all enquiries contact John, Ph : 0419 285 987, or
Em: Jsu56771@bigpond.net.au
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING
Full range of accounting and bookkeeping services
now available in Mount Beauty. Phone Vaughn at
‘The Beans’ 0438 003 122.
ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS
Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs.
Services include hems & complete design solutions.
BOWEN THERAPY - PETS & HORSES ALSO
Ph: Heather 03 5754 4395 or 0428 993 125.
BUILDER/CARPENTER
Building, renovations, maintenance. Phone Rick
0419 247 806.
BUILDING & ELECTRICAL
Duggan & 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.au
COMPUTERS & SERVICE
Custom built computers, Upgrades, parts, laptops,
troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery, back-ups.
Ph: Michal Trnka 5754 4637 or Mb: 0417 163 601.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Altitude Electrical - no job too big or small.
Domestic, commercial & industrial. Contact
Ben Svarc 0419 801 109.
FREIGHT - ALBURY - FALLS CREEK
Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to
Falls Creek Mon to Fri inclusive. Refrigeration
available. Phone John or Esther on 0417 414 320.
HAIRDRESSER
Natalie 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 CARE
Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 5754 1695.
MOUNTAIN HEALTH
Corrective Massage & Yoga. Ph: 0412 926 372.
NATUROPATH & OR MASSAGE
32 Hollonds St, Tuesdays Ph: Rosita 0419 519 275.
PAINTER & DECORATOR
Larry Gardam - Experienced Tradesman - for free
quotes - all work guaranteed. Ph: 5754 4900 or
Mob: 0428 359 848.
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PAINTING SERVICES
Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation
Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM
Alpine Painting Services, Ph: Laif 0437 023 921.
PHOTOGRAPHER
Jen will travel the Alpine Valleys to capture your
wedding, engagement, family or special event.
www.jenniferbootephotgraphy.com.au. Ph: 0425
750 802. Em: jenboote@gmail.com
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy.
5A Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and
home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270.
REFRIGERATION & AIR-CON
Maintenance, Repairs and Installation. Locally
based and serving Falls Creek. Ph: David, DTI
Refrigeration, 0448 672 373.
STORAGE
Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units.
Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.com
TAXI & 4WD SERVICE
Mt Beauty Taxi Service. Covers Falls Creek &
Albury. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 13 10 08.
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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Valley View 5
T
his property, Valley View 5 is a very
unique alpine penthouse. It is a
must to inspect as you are sure to be
impressed.
The property features three spacious bedrooms
and is situated in one of the most conveniently
located complexes at Falls Creek. The
Woodsmoke complex provides owners with
the only undercover security car parking in
the village. Drive straight in - either winter or
summer and unload or load the kids and the
gear in a clean dry environment.
Adding to this convenience appeal is the fact
that Wombat’s Ramble is right behind the
complex providing excellent ski in, ski out
access. Grab the skis or board in the morning,
hit Wombat’s Ramble down to the ticket box
and Falls Express, enjoy the day and come
home via Wombat’s when you are ready.
This penthouse apartment was built in
1997/1998 and has three bedrooms, two
bathrooms and is split over two levels with
floor heating. The entry level features a fully
equipped kitchen with granite bench tops,
enormous open plan living area with open
stone fire place and formal dining area, large
balcony with BBQ, private laundry & drying
room, sauna, two spacious bedrooms and one
bathroom with separate powder room.
Upstairs features the master bedroom with
king-size bed, parents lounge retreat, walk
in wardrobe, spacious en-suite and large
owner storage areas.
Being located in the Eastern end of
the village, there is no chance of your
views being built out. And the views are
stunning, to the north, east and west, over
Spion Kopje and down to the Kiewa Valley.
As an all-year-round resort and holiday
destination, Falls Creek has a lot to offer.
World class mountain bike trails have been
constructed in the resort and more will be
opened up in the next couple of years. This
Ph: 5758 3255
Beers, wine and basic spirits: $5
Sensational Food & Wine
A la Carte & Children’s Menus
Spectacular Views
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10 Arlberg St. Map Ref: G3
www.attungalodge.com.au
Open plan living, marble tops, stone fireplace and
fabulous views. Pic - Courtesy the Agent.
has led to lots of fun for locals and adds
amenity and attraction for visitors.
We then have the fully sealed Bogong High
Plains Road giving access to the fabulous
high plains, the Mitta Valley on the other
side - including the Blue Duck and Payne’s
Hut (Google it).
A comprehensive suite of events makes
summer in Falls Creek a nice time to be
here. The Dragon Boat festival; the Rapid
Ascent Mountain Raid; the Peaks Challenge
Falls Creek and the World’s Longest Lunch
are highlights of the summer - as are the
12°C cooler temperatures on those stinking
40°C summer days in the city.
This apartment is sold furnished and
sleeps 10. The current alpine head lease
remaining on Woodsmoke is until 2055. At
$825,000 this property must be inspected.
Further details from Christa at Zirky Real
Estate, Mb: 0402 277 808, or visit: www.
zirkyrealestate.com.au. •
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