Welcome to Winter 2016!

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PRICELESS
WINTER EDITION ONE
FRIDAY 10TH JUNE 2016
Top: Our fabulous Ice Plunge girls, Grace Falkoner-Smith and Amy Van der Ven. Pic - Chris Hocking.
Left: Mark and Kate enjoy the first snow fight of the season. Pic - Chris Hocking. • Right: Cold at night = Snowmakers’ delight. Pic - Chris Hocking.
FROM THE CEO
Bring on Winter 2016!
F
rom Bikes, Hikes and Lakes to
Dumps, Bumps and Powder Turns
- Welcome to Winter 2016!
As a Falls Creek veteran recently confided
to me, “Stu... all winters are great, some
just have more snow than others.” I
couldn’t agree more, winters are GREAT!
But boy, wasn’t summer an absolute
cracker, and next year is already shaping up
to beat it (Congrats to the marketing and
events team!).
Insofar as Winter 2016 is concerned, we’re
not hedging our bets, but rather we’re
pumped for a cracking season! A very well
researched and balanced meteorological
forecast for the upcoming season stated
“Don’t get too excited by early snowfalls,
or indeed sell your skis if winter starts with
no cover: two of the best seasons on record
- 1956 and 1981 - had no snow at all at
the start of June, while two of the poorest
seasons - 2006 and 1965 - had 20cm and
60cm, respectively, of snow on the ground
before the Queen’s Birthday weekend.
Early-season cover isn’t always the guide
we might think it is. But... there are always
exceptions to the rules.”
The schedule of events this season is
nothing short of block buster. There’s
something for everyone, just check out the
Events schedule at www.fallscreek.com.au.
All of the great events from last year are
DOWNSIZING
SALE
Fallow Deer (2)
Professionally mounted
by local taxidermist.
Light + medium colours.
Will deliver local area.
M: 0434 693 380
We know the resort can look like this. That’s why we
love it! Pic - FCSL Pty Ltd.
back, plus more! FCRMB will have a team
in the Wombats Rambler… gunning for
the trophy. Don’t forget to check out the
new food and beverage options across the
mountain. If early indications are anything
to go by - Falls Creek restauranteurs have
raised the bar again! I’m calling it, we are
the ‘foodies’ mountain, bar none!
Look out for the new signage. Installations
include new road signs, shuttle stops and
information that can be gleaned from the
new shuttle shelters at the Village Bowl and
Slalom Plaza, then integrated into the User
Guide. The interactive web based service is
linked to the signage program and provides
‘in resort’ guests (and locals) the opportunity
to have at their finger-tips, either via 4G
or downloadable through a PDF, access to
everything there is available in the resort. Go
to www.fallsuserguide.com, save the site to
your home screen (via a smart phone). The
application will load with the Falls Creek
icon and you’re covered. When in resort, all
signage has QR (Quick Response) codes,
that via either ‘wallet’ on iPhone (or QR
reader apps), or with Android phones, use
Google Play with its scanning options, or
use the built in scanner, to get immediate
information on your location. Just scan the
QR… you’re in business.
The summer capital works program has
seen $5m invested into infrastructure. The
resort now has ample water security in
FCRM CEO Stuart Smythe. Pic Courtesy FCRM.
the form of a new bore and water storage,
all the way through to processing, via a
major upgrade to the waste water treatment
plant. The completion of our new waste
recycling facility will see an unprecedented
increase in recyclables and reduce landfill
being taking taken off the mountain.
I’ll take this opportunity to recognise
the great work of the Infrastructure and
Mountain Response division in achieving a
tremendous outcome for the village.
The season will kick off with the “Snow
Capped Comedy Festival”…tickets still
available here: www.fallscreek.com.
au/events/snow-capped-comedy-festival;
the re-opening of the Falls Creek Museum
(www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au) in the
Panabode Building (next to the FX lift in
Slalom Plaza), plus we celebrate the Falls
Creek CFA’s 21st birthday with an open
day and BBQ at the station on Sunday
12th of June.
We look forward to seeing you all on the
mountain this long weekend. •
Stuart Smythe, CEO
Falls Creek Resort Management
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. Day
and Night Passes are available at $49.50 on arrival per
day (or $45 on-line). The first day is 50% off if arriving
after 1pm and free if arriving after 4pm. Visitors over 65
years of age receive a discount.
Season Passes are available for $395 (or $325 on-line).
An ‘All Resorts’ permit, valid at all Victoria Snow Resorts,
is available for $660. 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:
8:30am - 12:30pm $85
Afternoon:
1:30pm - 5pm
$60
Full Day:
8:30am - 5pm
$130
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 $20
Return $32
Child: One Way $12
Return $20
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 & On-Line
From 23.06.16 until 05.09.16, all visitors will be required to
use the Accommodation Transfer Service. Visitor vehicles
will not be permitted into the village during this period.
Falls Creek Resort Management
General Enquiries: Ph: 03 5758 1200
Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK Winter 2016 Edition ONE
SNOW-CAPPED COMEDY
Queen’s Birthday
Weekend
T
he traditional Queen’s Birthday
weekend has always been a hoot.
The skis were tuned; last year’s outfit
dragged out of the cupboard and the chains
- “now where did I put those chains? - they’ve
got to be in the shed here somewhere!”
Anyway, we got organised and headed
up to the snow - for the first slide of the
season. It was always a good weekend
- catching up with old friends and meeting
the new team on the mountain. Lots of fun
and laughs over a coldie or a red.
Well, not much has changed. The fun
continues and you can bet your bottom
dollar that the team will be making as
much snow as they can and everyone will
be getting ready for what is sure to be a
good season. Then, as a bonus we have a
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Roadshow event, Snow Capped Comedy.
Pack your fluffy ears and granny’s thermals
and prepare for some après-ski madness on
the Queen’s birthday weekend with three
raucous shows featuring comedy’s coolest
comedians.
The first show will take place Saturday
evening. On Sunday afternoon there will
be a kids’ show and then another show on
Sunday evening - all taking place at The
Man. NB: Licensing regulations require all
children to be accompanied by an adult.
Add to this entertainment some fabulous
pre-show Tapas Tasting at Diana Lodge,
or a scrumptious pre-show dinner at Elk
or either of the other great restaurants in
town and we have all the makings of one
of those great fun-time Opening Weekends
we are all used to.
ANNUAL
PRE-LOVED
GEAR SALE
Queen’s
Birthday
Weekend
Falls Creek Race Club
(Rear of Gateway Cafe)
Dave Thorton “ has built a global reputation for his honest, engaging, whip-smart and Damn funny comedy.
Pic - Courtesy the Artist.
The weekend’s comedians include:
Dave Thornton has built a global
reputation for his honest, engaging, whipsmart and damn funny comedy.
Bob Franklin is an award-winning
comedian, writer, director, author and
actor and well known in the International
Comedy circuit.
Josh Earl is another award winning
comedian, cake enthusiast and host of TV
show Spicks and Specks.
Penny Greenhalgh is a recognised
comedian and regular cast member/
director on The Checkout (ABC1).
Dr. Professor Neal Portenza was
nominated and highly commended for
The Golden Gibbo (best Independent
Production, 2011 Melbourne International
Comedy Festival) and won Best Comedy at
2012 Melbourne Fringe.
In 2012, Aunty Donna exploded onto the
Melbourne comedy scene with a unique
brand of surreal, fast paced, alternative
sketch. Their debut show Aunty Donna in
Pantsuits was nominated for the illustrious
Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s
Golden Gibbo Award.
Melbourne-based stand-up comedian and
actor David Quirk is a regular presence on
the Australian and international comedy
circuit.
Geraldine Hickey is an Australian
comedienne and podcaster. She is best
known for her successful festival shows and
her podcast The Downlow, a comedic look
at the AFL with fellow comediennes Kate
McLennan and Anne Edmonds.
Further details at: www.fallscreek.com.
au/events, or phone 03 5758 1200. •
Falls Creek Sports
Your one stop shop at Slalom Plaza
Your Hire Store - for beginner & elite skis, boards, boots, poles & clothing!
Your Tuning Store - For the full tune, the base grind or the quick wax!
Your Retail Store - for a comprehensive range of quality fashion and outerwear!
Your Souvenir Store - For a range of Falls Creek and Pete gift-wear and clothing!
Ph: 03 5758 1036
Call into Falls Creek Sports at the bottom of Falls Express.
Registration of Goods:
Saturday: 9:30am - 12noon
Sale Runs: Saturday: 12noon to 4pm
Sunday: 10am to 12noon & 2pm - 4pm.
Monday: 10am to 12noon.
Then continues throughout the school holidays.
Save money on children’s & adult’s ski gear,
including skis, snowboards, boots, poles,
jackets, pants, helmets etc! Great bargains!
ABN 73 613 305 509
Wb: www.fallscreekraceclub.com.au
Em: fallscreekraceclub@yahoo.com.com.au
Or contact Gina Schoff on 0412 681 679
1 Bogong High Plains Rd.
PO Box 148 Falls Creek VIC 3699
Be part of the team!
As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club,
young athletes can…
• Learn Life Skills in a wonderful, rewarding environment.
• Make friends for life - with opportunities to travel the world.
• Learn to ski and board in a family 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
Race Club
Meet the Coaches
Trivia Night:
Sat 2nd July
Race Club Auction:
Mon 4th July
Rossignol Cup:
Fri 8th July
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IT’S PARK TIME
Pre-season Write-Up
T
he weather is getting colder and
in any other part of the country
you would be curled up next to the
heater cursing the cold outside… but not
here. There’s a certain excitement in the
air at Falls Creek as the temps are starting
to drop and the snow is starting to surface
in the forecast. The Park Rangers have
woken from their summer hibernation and
are chomping at the bit to build or rake
something.
Falls Terrain Parks is excited to introduce two
new full-time and one new-part time members
to the team! Shane Doyle is already a weapon
on the park rake as he has had three years of
practice as a Falls Creek Ski Lifts operator and
filled the 2015 part-time role. Eugene Campbell
is no stranger to the Terrain Park as a seasoned
snowboard instructor and freestyle competitor,
showcasing his talents in last season’s Storm
the Castle Slopestyle competition. Meagan
Ferguson, also a past Falls Creek Snowsports
instructor, is helping the crew out part-time
this season and representing the freestyle skiers
out there. Marcel van der Veer and Travis Tait,
both returning Park Crew, complete the team
both having recently arrived back in Australia
after fine-tuning their skills working in Canada
(lucky guys!).
The Falls Freestyle Series has some new
and exciting things in store for the season,
The Castle on Castle – showing the skill of our team, with lots more to come. Pic – Courtesy the Parks Crew.
along with our banging line up from last
season. 2016 will showcase some of the best
Terrain Park building that Falls Creek has
seen with returning veteran park builder
Bailey Mitchell and Falls Creek newcomer
Brett Nakamoto. Both builders spent our
summer behind the wheel of a Park Cat at
Whistler Blackcomb.
The Falls Terrain Parks team are looking
forward to providing an outstanding
product tailored specifically towards safety
and progression with the introduction
of new features, innovative design and
professionally maintained parks.
Prey for snow everyone. Its shred time! •
Welcome to Winter 2016
Open Seven Days - 5pm ‘til Late!
Dinner: 5pm - 9pm
Service & Demo Centre
One Day Adult Hire:
Great Value
Quality Rental
Free Delivery to Accomodation
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
Exotic Pizzas ~ Tasty Steaks
~ Perfect Pastas ~ Banga Burgers!
Happy Hours: 5:30 - 6:30pm Daily
Spirit Specials: Mon to Fri 8 - 10pm
Saturday 11th
Snow Capped Comedy Opening Gala
- from 7:30pm
Sunday 12th
Snow Capped Comedy Kids Gala from
2pm. The Man opens at 1:30pm. Children
must be accompanied by an adult.
Snow Capped Comedy Variety Gala
- from 7:30pm.
Book at: fallscreek.com.au/comedy
Monday 13th
Jug Night Plus: Two for One Chicken
Parmy Specials
AFL Live on the TV’s
Fri: Essendon V Hawthorn 7:30pm
Sat: Geelong CatsV Nth Melbourne 7pm
Sun: Richmond V Gold Coast Suns 3pm
MonMelbourne V Colingwood 3pm
Dates to Save!
23rd July - The Beards
29th July - Sun Salute
12th August - Ash Grunwald
Take Away Liquor & Meals available.
facebook.com/TheManHotelFallsCreek
www.themanfallscreek.com
Ph: 03 5758 3362
Village Central • Map Ref: I4
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DISABLED WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA
A Song of Svens and Ice
W
inter is coming… I’m sure you’re
sick of hearing this, but I had to
say it. With the cold weather in
Melbourne last weekend and reports from
the ski resorts about what’s going on up in
the Alps, it’s safe to say, we’re super excited
about some snow! Alright, I’m done.
2015 was such a great year for Disabled
Wintersport Australia (DWA) which makes
us even more excited for 2016. With new
staff starting in Falls Creek, Mt Buller and
NSW we’ve got some exciting times ahead.
That being said, our longest standing staff
member Sven Erikson has gone missing.
Some reports say that he is hanging out at
the Sweetwater Brewery; others say that
he is camped out in a tent somewhere out
the back of the Big Hill Mountain Bike
Park. Who knows, maybe he got taken by
a White Walker?
After a long journey through DWA starting as a
Volunteer to becoming a seasonal staff member,
to being the National Program Coordinator
for a number of years, Sven has decided that his
time as lord commander of the nights watch is
over. And now his watch has ended.
Sven has been an integral part of the culture
and operations at DWA for almost a decade.
Many of you will have had interactions
with him in the past, and it is quite easy
to say that he is one of the reasons that
DWA has grown into such a successful and
well recognised organisation in ski resorts
all across Australia. Sven and his young
family are now residents of Mount Beauty
so they’re are certainly not out of the loop,
and we look forward to having him and his
partner back in the team of local volunteers.
From the whole team at DWA we send out a
sincere thanks to Sven for his overwhelming
dedication to the organisation, and wish
him well on his future adventures. We
Sven Erikson has played a significant role in DWA and will be sadly missed. Here (on the left) Sven is pictured with previous local DWA co-ordinator, Tom Mitten as they receive a cheque (for $10.7k) from the International Skiing Fellowship of Rotarians
via members of the local club, Jenny Flower, Ken Bell and Bob Flower. Pic - Courtesy of the Rotary Club of Mount Beauty..
understand that Sven has taken a role with
local government in the area.
Next week we will be able to announce our
successful applicant for the Resort Services
Coordinator at Falls Creek. This is an
exciting time for DWA and Falls Creek,
the Resort Services Coordinator role is new
to Falls and we’re excited for what is to
come. This person is going to be a valuable
resource for the Resort and our members!
The new coordinator and I are going to be
working together to develop a Disability
Access Guide for Falls Creek. Phil Knight
(Hotham Resort Services Coordinator)
worked with Mt Hotham last year to
develop the first Disability Access Guide,
and it has become a great resource, one
that we aim to have at all Australian resorts
in the near future.
We’ve got our fingers crossed that we
keep getting cold weather systems come
through, and with rumours circulating that
the El Nino has broken up, we may be in
for a good season. So burn your old ski’s as
a sacrifice and pray to the one true god, the
god of snow! See you soon Falls Creek. •
Tom Ridley - Program Coordinator,
Victoria. Em: vic@disabledwintersport.
com.au. Mb: 0423 087 712.
Elk Bar and Restaurant
Barry and the team are ready to get Elk
crankin’ for the season!
Retail Boutique
For Men & Women
Now Open for 2016
For the latest in Après and
Mountain wear including
Kjus, Spyder, Eider, NILS &
Vökl.
Also stocking Helly Hansen, Desigual,
Flash Geo and Manas Boots.
Ph: 03 5758 1041
Located in Slalom Plaza
Opposite Falls Express. Map Ref: F4
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
Thursday 9th: Welcome winter with Discount Dinner Specials from 6pm.
Friday 10th: A la carte Dinner. Come sample our delights.
Saturday 11th: Breakfast from 8am including 12” toastie w coffee $12;
Express Lunch from 12pm $18.50.
A la carte Dinner from 5:30pm.
Sunday 12th: Breakfast from 8am including 12” toastie w coffee $12;
Express Lunch from 12pm $18.50.
4:20pm Pete Rankin presents “The Falls Creek Meeting” with music from Warde Elliot. Complimentary finger food & drinks at bar prices.
A la carte Dinner. Bookings essential Ph: 03 5758 3673
For more information about the season and
private functions, talk with management.
18 Slalom Street, Falls Creek
Centrally located - opposite Silver Ski
Ph: 03 5758 3673 Map Ref: I4
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FALLS CREEK CFA
Celebrates 21 Years
F
alls Creek Fire Brigade is proud to
announce it is celebrating 21 years of
operations this year. The station was
officially established by the CFA in 1995.
The Falls Creek Fire Brigade’s primary
purpose is to protect the Falls Creek village
from fires though-out the year, including
the winter seasons and to provide support
to those attending to surrounding bushfires
and beyond. Currently the Brigade has 23
year round volunteers.
To celebrate the 21st year of CFA operations,
the Falls Creek Brigade is organising a range
of events to acknowledge this milestone.
The first being this weekend, the Queen’s
Birthday weekend. There will be an Open
Day where all Past and Current members,
Falls Creek visitors & Falls Creek community
members are being invited to visit the station
and share in a BBQ lunch. This will be on
Sunday 12th July from 1 - 5pm.
All of the Brigade’s equipment will be on
display during the Open Day including
Ski-Doo & Can-Am ATV/SSV
Sales, Service & Parts.
Contact your local dealer
Arkon Powersports
5 Kane Rd, Wodonga, 3690.
Ph: 02 6056 6010
Em: enquiries@arkonauto.com.au
Just how close did those 2003 fires come to Falls Creek. All the foreground was burned, as was everything the other
side of Rocky Valley Dam. Pic - Courtesy Falls Creek Museum.
the Over Snow Pumper as well as the
snowmobiles and other equipment -unique
pieces of CFA equipment that many
adults and children alike will have never
seen. The Alpine Over-Snow Pumper was
Australia’s first purpose build Alpine Fire
Fighting appliance, designed and built by
the CFA.
The snow and the environmentally
sensitive alpine environment demands a
range of very specialised equipment and
operating conditions for the Falls Creek
CFA. The Brigade is a ‘no foam’ Brigade
due to the sensitive alpine environment;
all hydrants are specifically designed for
freezing temperatures to ensure water
does not freeze in the hydrants when it
is needed. Members are required to turn
out and also train regularly in freezing
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
Local Hirer of steel
KWIKSTAGE scaffold
Domestic & commercial use.
Our professional team is fully licensed and
offers a competitve rate for hire, transport,
erect and dismantle of local scaffolding jobs.
For a free quote call 0418 578 500
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temperatures during winter, a hard call for
the average person, requiring an additional
level of commitment to the CFA and the
Falls Creek Community.
A history of the Falls Creek Station has
been compiled and will be on display
throughout the open ski season at the
newly re-invigorated Falls Creek Museum.
This display will be located in the
Panabode building next to Falls Express
Lift and now houses a great history of all
aspects of the of the mountain since the
1950’s (including CFA). They also are
on Facebook and welcome equipment
donations and stories of days gone by. Visit
www.facebook.com/FallsCreekMuseum.
The 2003 fires had a major impact on Falls
Creek where the village and ski fields were
directly threatened and if not for the quick
thinking and dedication of local CFA
members the results could have been a lot
worse for the village and associated snow
infrastructure. Other historical fires in
1939 and also more recently in 2006 have
threatened the Falls Creek area also but not
is open for a laugh
for the...
Snow-Capped Comedy Gala
Pre-show Tapas tasting platter
$35 per person
Saturday and Sunday nights 6 - 7 pm
Bookings: 5758 3214
6 Falls Creek Road
CELEBRATES 21 YEARS
Dense smoke over the roof of Julian’s Lodge. Pic - Courtesy FC Museum.
to the extent of the 2003 fires.
Captain Danny Lucas says the crew is an
integral component of the village and has
been invaluable in protecting the village
from fires including those mentioned
earlier. “We continue to train weekly to
ensure we provide a high quality of skill
level to service our unique community.”
The Brigade has a long-term member,
Rock De Marchi, who has been with the
Falls Creek Brigade Since 1998 totalling
18 years of service to the community. Rock
is a great wealth of knowledge and assisted
in both the 2003 - 2006 wildfires that
threatened the Village.
Falls Creek Resort Management CEO
Stuart Smythe (also a Local CFA volunteer
member) says;
“All great communities have at their core
a group of volunteers whose service to
that community usually goes unheralded.
Community based volunteer emergency
services are essential, never more so than
in times of crisis. The Falls Creek CFA
and its members are a key part of that
front line. Our local CFA are at the ready
and prepared to protect lives, the village
and surrounding areas when needed and
have a tremendous track record of bravery
and service. They are the embodiment of
what the CFA stands for and the values
Arts & Culture Strategy
Falls Creek Resort Management’s Draft
Arts and Culture Strategy is now available
for public comment.
A copy of this Strategy is available to be
downloaded, or for viewing at:
http://www.fallscreek.com.au/arts-culturestrategy
You can provide your feedback by:
• email: info@fallscreek.com.au
• phone: 03 5758 1200
• writing: 1 Slalom Street, Falls Creek VIC. 3699
All responses would be appreciated. Please
have your say before June 20th, 2016.
Slalom Street, Falls Creek, 3699
Ph: 03 5757 1200
How bare - after 2003, and now you would be hard pushed to identify that spot. Pic - Courtesy FCRM.
it wants reflected. On behalf of the
local community, the resort Board and
stakeholders, we congratulate them on this
milestone.”
We invite everyone to help us celebrate this
milestone achievement of 21 years of CFA
in Falls Creek.
Falls Creek CFA now has its own
Facebook page and we ask the local
community members and past members
to visit the page - www.facebook.com/
FallsCreekFireBrigade. It will be utilised
as a community communication tool and
awareness of fire safety within the Falls
Creek Community.
The Falls Creek CFA station can be
contacted on email: fbfcrk@cfa.vic.gov.au
The Fire Station is located next to the Falls
Creek Information Centre and the Police
Station on the Bogong High Planes Road. •
milch café bar
breakfast, lunch, dinner
8 - late
Opening weekend
Fri, Sat & Sunday night
2 for 1 Cocktails
2-4pm Sat and Sun
Blizzard Brewery beer tasting
Brown Brothers prosecco
Free kids face painting
$10 bacon n egg roll w coffee
(take away only)
$20 hero brekkie all season
Monday: Trivia & $15 burgers
Wednesday: $25 Curry Night
4 Schuss St Falls Creek Map Ref: J3
Ph: 03 5758 3407
The Blitz - with 2000 gallons (9092 litres) on its back.
Pic - Courtesy FCRM.
Open
7 days, 4 - 9pm
12 - 9pm Sundays
Kim & Mario
See our menu @
facebook/swissandchips
The
Last Hoot
Café • Bar • Pizzeria
Now Open
Seven Days a Week
From 10:30am
For relaxed long lunches,
exceptional dinners, coffee, snacks
and drinks! Plus a great balcony to
enjoy the action in Slalom Plaza.
Every Day Special:
Large Pizza & a Dry Long
neck beer $35
Saturdays:
$15 Pizza & Beer
For Menu & further info visit:
www.snowlands.com.au/thelasthoot
Slalom Plaza (opp Falls Express)
Ph: 03 5758 3088. Map Ref: F3
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THE GOOD NEWS
The Ice Plunge
T
he resort has experienced a couple
of early snow-falls so far. But, don’t
hang your hat on them. The real
stuff won’t be far away.
Last Wednesday, the 1st of June saw the
traditional Ice Plunge take place around at
Rocky Valley Dam. As well as continuing
a tradition gleaned from our Scandinavian
neighbours in northern Europe, this Ice
Plunge also goes a little way towards paying
homage to the Snow Gods. Although, if
you saw some of the bodies in their winter
tans, the Snow Gods may not have been too
impressed. But it happened anyway and was
a lot of fun. About 60 brave souls donned
costumes, from full dress up to ‘budgie
smugglers’ to hit the icy waters of Rocky
Valley right on 10am - including Tom and
Olly - personalities from Star FM in Albury.
The fabulous part of this plunge is not only the
great team that do it, but the amount of media
Chris Hocking and the resort are able to garner.
The resort had footage to air on Channel 7,
Channel 9, Channel 10, the ABC, Win and
JB’s Restaurant
Open 7 days a week
Breakfast 7.30am to 9am
Lunch - 12pm - 2.30pm
Dinner - 5pm to 9pm
Saturday - German Night - All you can eat
Soup, mains and desserts
Sunday - Bohemian - Czech night - All you can eat
Soup, mains and desserts
JB’s Bar - Open 4.30pm til late
Best gluhwein in Falls Creek
Budvar, Czech Pilsner, Dab and more
Onesie a family, alwaysie a family. Karen and Stuart Smythe and the boys at the Ice Plunge. Pic - Ken Bell.
Prime. The midday news on ABC 24 News
had a great piece with interviews with our stars,
Amy and Grace and another interview with our
favourite Jacinta Jansen. We should not take
for granted the fabulous asset we have in Rocky
Valley Dam - for both summer and winter. No
other resort can do what we can. •
A fresh new project in the village bowl
real food fuelling the mind & body
dishing up breakfast lunch & dinner all
day every day
our diverse menu delivers a treat for
the senses
healthy snacks - specialty coffee
– organic & caffeine free tea
regional craft beer & cider on tap
gourmet produce store stocking the
essentials
see us on facebook
or phone 03 5758 3222
Located in The Village Bowl
below Altitude Apartments. Map Ref: N2
This Weekend
The season officially opens this Saturday,
11th June. “The opening weekend is always
a party atmosphere” says Jo Prothero, Falls
Creek Marketing & Communications
Manager. “As well as regular Falls Creekers
catching up after a summer away, visitors
are treated to lots of entertainment,
including the return of the Snow Capped
Comedy Festival.” This features three
shows (including one for the kids) with
Dave Thornton hosting Saturday’s Gala
Opening. Tickets are $50 per adult and
$20 per child and can be purchased online.
See Advert elsewhere in this publication.
Fingers crossed - we could be skiing on the
weekend. If not you can always bring your
mountain bike. 22km of single track to
ride and plenty of other activities to keep
you entertained. The Falls Creek Museum
Ph. 5758 3278
Parallel Street
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NEW FOR 2016
will be re-opening in a new location and
the CFA is celebrating 21 years of operation
with an Open Day on Sunday. Look out for
the fire pits and free marshmallows too. •
New for 2016
Slalom Plaza and the Village Bowl will
see new pop-up food vendors hit the
sidewalk in 2016. Look out for ‘Monster
Fried Chicken’ and ‘The Ice-creamery’
alongside ‘Snonuts’ Donuts at Slalom
Plaza, whilst the ‘Easy Eats Food Van’ will
take up residence in the Village Bowl and
a further ‘Snonuts’ will be stationed at the
Accommodation Transfer Terminal. Café
Max is no longer - now operating as ‘BE
Foodstore’ with lots of healthy options
and Oishi-Go has gone Some Place Else!
- serving up steaks and burgers.
The Village Bowl will host a new area for
tobogganing in 2016. The slope alongside the
Gully Chair top station will now be reserved
for tobogganing, free to access of course!
With Fat Biking popular at ski resorts
around the world, Falls Creek is enhancing
its reputation in mountain biking by
maintaining several trails to be open to Fat
Bikers in winter. Rentals will be available
at the resort so stay tuned for further
announcements around this one!
While there is lots of new stuff to look forward to, one thing doesn’t change - the enjoyment that Pete the Snowdragon
During peak periods the Village Bowl will
feature a permanent kid’s snowmobile course,
perfect for thrill seekers aged five and up.
Teenagers will ski and snowboard for the
same price as kids this season with the
age limit for a kids pass increased to 17
inclusive (previously under 15s). With the
Teen Academy continuing as the country’s
only teenager-specific snowsports school
program there’s never been a better time to
be in your teens at Falls.
Astra Lodge has had a total make-over during
summer and will re-open with a fancy new
look, including a hairdressing salon and Spa.
And then we have this continually
expanding calendar of events.
Snow Capped Comedy Festival; Falls
Creek Night Rambler Heats and Final;
Sled Dog Classic; Storm the Castle; Falls
Creek Night Sprints; Kangaroo Hoppet,
Birkebeiner and Joey Hoppet;
Light the Night (Leukaemia Foundation
Fundraiser) Onesie weekend; Big Foot
Snow Trail Run; McKayos; and The Big
Dig & closing weekend. •
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HALF MARATHON WEEKEND
The Longest Triathlon
I
t began at 10am on Saturday 21st
May at the Mount Beauty Secondary
Oval, and finishes in late October in
Hollonds Street, outside the Bakery.
In the meantime participants will have run
ten or 21 kilometres, skied over seven, 21
or 42 kilometres and mountain-biked over
55km - taking in the sites of the Kiewa
Valley, the Bogong High Plains and the
Mitta Valley and Scrubby Creek.
It is billed as the longest Triathlon in
the world - taking almost five months to
complete. It’s called The Great Alpine
Challenge and the first leg - held back in
May was a great event. The Mount Beauty
Half Marathon attracted 402 entries. 102
entered the Half Marathon; 149 ran in
the 10km event and 151 took to the 3km
course around the lake.
Winners of the 3km were: Simon
O’Shaughnessy (1), Nicholas O’Brien (2),
Declan Burke (3). Among the girls it was:
Sarah Egan (1), Madeline Rochow (2),
Rose Foulston (3).
In the 10Km it was Ben Derrick (1), Phillip
Bellingham (2), Paul Hill (3). Among
the ladies it was Freya Clarke (1), Laura
Gillard (2), Lauren Preston (3). Results for
the 21km in the Men were: Ian Franzke
(1), Damian Gillard (2), Michael Hill (3).
Among the ladies it was Taryn Heather (1),
Toy Thomas (2), Lisa Sawyer (3).
Events like this are not easy to run, and
it seems the bureaucracy is getting more
heavily involved - for safety sake! Putting out
approximately 50 Traffic Management signs
- and bringing them back in has already seen
some event volunteers fall by the wayside.
But, thanks to a committee of basically
three people, and help from many
community minded members saw the
event go ahead and achieve a great result.
A great group of guys, about a dozen or
so from the Mount Beauty Men’s Shed
chipped in to man (I can say that) the
drink stations along the way, as well as
organise parking in the event area around
the sports stadium.
About eight or nine local Rotarians (with
Traffic Management qualifications) put
out and retrieved the required signs as well
as staffing the necessary intersections.
As usual, the St Johns volunteers arrived
and provided any and all of the necessary
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Kelly Gibbons from Wodonga Eyecare consulting
at Lakeside Community Centre, Lakeside Avenue.
Full eye examinations including Glaucoma tests,
Diabetes and Macular Degeneration screening.
Children welcome. To arrange an appointment:
Ph: 02 6056 4000
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In the Kiewa Valley
In the Ovens Valley
In the Harrietville area
Nigel Kain with the Rocky Valley mountain bike his
seven year old son Samuel won in the lucky draw. Pic
first aid support. Thanks guys. Thanks
also to the Playgroup team who provided a
range of delicious and healthy snacks and
to John Geurin for the grand coffees.
And, a special thanks to all of the local
businesses who provided Gift Vouchers
as prizes. And then thanks to Brian
and Glenys at Rocky Valley Bike and
Snowsports for their contribution of a
fabulous mountain bike drawn as a spot
prize at the end of presentations.
This year, the bike went to seven year
old Samuel Kain from East Bentleigh in
Melbourne. His family was one of four who
organised to come up together for the run
and stay for the weekend. We are confident
that the families will be back again next
year, for the third Saturday in May.
PS: Thanks to Tony Roberts at Alpenhorn for
help with the web stuff also. •
Emergency Services Broadcaster
Mount Beauty Community Radio for good music, local
news, snow reports and developing programs.
Ph: 5754 4554
Email: info@alpineradio.com.au
Website: www.alpineradio.com.au
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Next visits: Fri 24th June then Fri 8th July.
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PHYSIOTHERAPY
Offering the discerning man clothing, shoes
and accessories in a relaxed environment.
Labels include: No Nationality; Mr Simple;
Rollie & EOS Footwear; Wrangler; Hunter’s
Element; Thomas Cook and more!
DAPPER DRIVE
Upstairs at Sassy Road
5 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty 3699
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FALLS CREEK MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY
Bottom of Gully Chairlift
Open Daily 10:00am - 12:30pm
& 2pm - 5pm (Map Ref J6)
Ph: 5758 3238 all day
24 hours for emergencies
General Practitioners experienced
in Family & Snow Sports Medicine.
First fully accredited snowfields
practice in Australia based
on 31 years experience.
WHERE
WHEN
HOW
WHO
Tawonga Crescent
8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday
10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays
Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments
24 hours for emergencies
Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby
Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela
Stratton, Anoop Pem & Clair Wright.
WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with
37 years service to the
Upper Kiewa Valley.
Feeling cut up? We’ll have you in stitches !
10
5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty
Open Six Days a Week
Phone: 5754 1270
WELCOME BACK
TO WINTER!
We have lots to keep
you warm!
Clothing; Boots; Work wear; Insulation; Heaters!
If you need it, we have it - or we’ll get it!
Gift Vouchers & Free Gift Wrapping Available
Mount 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 NEW MUSEUM
Re-Birthed
I
n 2012, a dedicated group of community members established the Falls Creek
Museum in the Snowlands Building.
With it came a wonderful collection of
memorabilia, photos, articles, interviews
and more that highlighted the unique and
fascinating history of Falls Creek and the
Bogong High Plains. Falls Creek was a true
pioneers’ playground.
After losing that space, the museum collection got packed up with the hope that a
new venue would become available. After
a short period of time Falls Creek Resort
Management came to the rescue and made
a space available to the museum committee. Again, the community came forward
and over a few working bees, lots of individuals came together to renovate the space
and turn a blank canvas into an interesting
and welcoming place.
With the 2016 Snow season upon us, there
is a new attraction to visit in Falls Creek.
The Falls Creek Historical Society has been
working extremely hard over the summer months to re-establish the Falls Creek
Museum in its new home. Housed in the
Panabode Building on Slalom Street (the
building adjacent to the Falls Creek Express
Lift), the museum will celebrate, through
displays, exhibitions and audio-visuals, our
vibrant past. Dating from the mountain
cattlemen, the avid recreationalists of the
early twentieth century, the workers on the
hydro schemes and to the men, women and
children who have shared a passion for the
alpine area. Our objective is to preserve and
share the rich and varied history of Falls
Creek and the adjacent Bogong High Plains.
This winter will be showcasing the 21st
birthday of the CFA in Falls Creek, paying tribute to our home-grown Winter
Olympians with an Olympic wall of fame
and highlight the importance of Ski Patrol
on our mountain. In addition to these
special attractions, we have a wonderful
collection of bindings from the 1940’s to
today, a small theatrette where visitors can
watch our fabulous history and even a 1972
snowmobile for the kids to sit on.
There are many ways you can support the
museum. First and foremost, take some
time on your trips this year to drop by and
say hello. You can also:
• Donate publications, memoirs, photos,
equipment and vintage clothing to add to
our collection of artefacts.
• Volunteer your time to help us have the
museum open to the public and/or assist
in managing our collections or developing
exhibitions.
The museum will be open this weekend,
Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 4pm
and Monday 10am-2pm. Our official
opening will be Saturday at 2pm.
Take a look at our Facebook page at Facebook/Falls Creek Museum. Email us on
info@fallscreekmuseum.com.au or find us
out at www.fallscreekmuseum.com.au for
further information. •
Lots of hard work, but the museum and its displays is
growing. Pic - Courtesy the Museum Committee.
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FALL LINES
New to the Bowl
B
E Foodstore is about providing
healthier eating options - utilising
wholesome, delicious ingredients,
organic where possible and sourced from
the regions finest producers. Dishing up
breakfast, lunch & dinner all day, every
day, our diverse menu delivers a treat for
the senses and caters for various dietary
requirements.
On the beverage side, there’s a handful of
regional craft beers on tap - additional to
a range of bottled beers, ciders, spirits &
cocktails and a wine list themed with a
gathering of organic and bio dynamic wines.
Specialty coffee alongside the range of
organic & caffeine free tea is a focus.
Fresh squeezed and cold press juices,
super smoothies and real fruit milk-shakes
compliment the range of house made
healthy snacks as well as ‘grab & go’ take
away options from our loaded display
cabinet. The handy Produce Store stocks
a nice range of gourmet regional produce
along with a few of the essentials and is the
‘go-to’ spot for convenient dine-at-home
options. Be sure to pop in and sample local
goodness and fabulous friendly service.
BE Foodstore is Open seven days from
8am. For reservations call 03 5758 3222. •
Golf Notes
All interested members of the golfing
community are welcome to join us on
Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays for
our Competition Days. Here is a sample of
the events over the next two months:
Warde Elliot. Pic - Courtesy the Artist
Sat 11th June: Men’s Canadian
Championships.
Thurs 16th June: Inaugural Golf Pro Visit
- bookings essential at communications@
mtbeautygolfclub.org.au.
Sat 18th June: Par - Men’s Alf McBain
Memorial Trophy.
Sat 4th July: Men’s Monthly Medal.
Wed 6th July: Ladies’ Monthly Medal.
Sat 9th July: Men’s Yellow Ball Stableford.
Sat 16th July: Men’s 4BBB Stableford.
Membership at the Mount Beauty Golf
Club is excellent value at $295 per year.
Our year starts July 1st. If you live more
than 75km away, you could qualify for
Country Membership at $160 p.a.
Talk to the Secretary, Michael
Bartholomew on Mb: 0418 431 531, or
Em: mrbartholomew@hotmail.com. •
Primary School Sale
The Saturday of Queens Birthday Weekend
is the day of the Mount Beauty Primary
School annual fund-raising Second Hand
Ski and Gear Sale - a traditional, annual
and pretty well the only fund-raiser for the
Mount Beauty Primary School.
What the school is looking for is good
clean ski and board clothing and
equipment that would be suitable for
young families or folk new to the area who
MOTORING TIPS
Drive to the Conditions
Shop before 2pm,
spend over $100 &
we’ll deliver to your
lodge for FREE!*
9AM - 6PM
Travelling to
Falls this winter?
That means slow enough to avoid any
mishap - like losing your steering because
your front wheels lock-up when you put
the brakes on - and you slide in to a
ditch (at best).
Get rid of all the snow from your car
- it’s dangerous!
Carry chains (for your drive wheels),
gloves (for your hands), mat (to kneel
on), torch (to see) and knowledge (to
know how and when to fit chains).
A Motoring Tip brought to you by:
Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre,
Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty,
Ph: 5754 4261
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would like to enjoy the thrill of being on
the snow. Also, don’t forget that the school
ski program will be starting in third term
and you’ll need gear for your kids then.
Good boots, ski and snowboards, jackets,
gloves, beanies that you no longer use
could and should go to a new home.
Even snow chains can be sold on, but you
must know the tyre size that they fit. i.e.
205x60x15. If you cannot tell the tyre size
they fit, then they’re not going to be much
use to anyone else.
You may donate your goods for sale, or you
may sell your goods on commission with
the school taking 20%. Goods for donation
may be dropped in to the school office any
time during business hours. Otherwise
registration of goods will take place at the
Community Centre on Friday afternoon
from 4pm until 7pm - and then again on
Saturday morning from 8am to 10am.
The Ski and Gear Sale will run in the
Community Centre from 10:30am until
around 2pm on Saturday 11th June. Any
queries to Jodi Mann on 0409 235 550, or
the school on 03 5754 4354. •
Leave the worries of hiring and fitting
chains, coping with anti-freeze and icy
roads behind you.
Park your car in our secure car-park
in Tawonga South and Ride our
comfortable coach to Falls Creek.
Daily departures from Melbourne,
Albury & Mount Beauty will have you on
the slopes sooner - without the fuss!
Kiewa Valley Highway Tawonga South
www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au
Ph: 03 5754 4024
FALL LINES
Rotarians Ken Bell and Jane Secker collecting for Red
Shield. Pic - Ian Cohn.
Red Shield Collections
The president and members of the Rotary
Club of Mount Beauty would like to thank
our fantastically generous community
for contributing so well during the recent
collections.
As usual, folk did not have to be badgered
to make a donation which is recognition
of the great work the Salvo’s do. This year
the collection was just a little bit upon
last year’s and a figure of $1500 will be
forwarded to the Salvation Army for their
Red Shield Appeal. Thankyou everyone,
your contributions are really appreciated. •
Something Different
It’s not like Barry Iddles to follow the
normal old straight line. No - something
different usually turns up - and so it is with
this Sunday of Queen’s Birthday weekend.
From around 4pm or thereafter local
resident Peter Rankin is presenting ‘The
Falls Creek Meeting’ with music from
Warde Elliot complete with complimentary
finger food and drinks at bar prices.
Warde Elliott is a Melbourne based singer/
songwriter who has performed constantly for
many years throughout Australia and also
Germany and Switzerland. Warde sometimes
performs alone with just his voice and guitar,
at other times with his band ‘The Nortons’
but always with emotion and power that
engages and captures audiences. Warde has a
close association with Falls Creek and is very
Quality Window Furnishings
- curtains, blinds & pelmets.
20 years experience in
Falls Creek & Mount Beauty area.
Neil Williams services the area regularly.
Ph: 0412 587 510 • Fx: 03 9598 2821
Email: jennw@bigpond.net.au
The birthday girl, Judy Hamilton, front and centre, surrounded by family. Pic Courtesy Ebony Addinsall.
popular among the community. Don’t miss
this laid-back arvo at Elk! •
Happy Eightieth
Last Sunday, the 29th, family and friends
travelled from near and far to join Judy
Hamilton and help her celebrate her 80th
birthday at a pleasant luncheon at Treat
Cafe. As well as many local friends, kids,
grand kids and great grand- kids travelled
from the big smoke to be here for this
important day. And wasn’t Judy pleased
to see them. A little over-awed I’d say, but
loved the celebration. Cheers, Judy and all
the best for the future. •
Farewell - Brian Goss
Brian Goss, the Birkebeiner Nordic Ski
Club’s first club president, passed away in
hospital in Mount Beauty on Monday night.
Brian led the formation of BNSC in
For historical & geological exhibits.
Open: Sundays and Mondays
10:30am - 2:30pm Bogong Alpine Village
Group Bookings - Phone 03 5754 3318
Well lit, carpeted, flat screen TV, folding
bench, efficient washing machines, cost
effective driers and industrial quality water
filters to give you the cleanest wash possible.
Ariel’s Laundrette
Mount Beauty
Open 8am - 9pm weekdays
9am - 8pm weekends & Public Holidays.
41 Bogong High Plains Rd, Mount Beauty.
Ph: 0400 350 488
Our Bank has now returned
Over $450,000
Fully licensed restaurant
Rides by appointment
Horses to suit all
Helmets & oil skin coats
Natural horsemanship tuition
Bookings essential
Visit the
Bogong Power Station
Information Centre
Clean & Comfortable!
Bogong Horseback
Adventures
•
•
•
•
September 1977 and provided great
leadership through our early years. Brian
was a lover of the outdoors and a great
leader. He helped set up a club structure
and vision that continues today. He was
chief of race for many of the early Hoppets.
Our sympathy and condolences to Gwen,
Sandra, Michael, Simon and Paul and their
families. •
Renowned Dining and Wines
Hand-made Pasta ~ Slow-braised meats
~ World’s best Pork Chop ~ amongst
other un-worldly delights by Roi!
Hand-churned fruit ice-cream - to die for!
to this community since
opening December 2007!
Be part of the team!
Ph: 03 5754 4484
28 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty
Age ‘Good Food Guide’ since 1998
Lonely Planet Guide
Bookings please - Gift Vouchers available
(03) 5754 4849
www.bogonghorse.com.au
Ph 03 5754 4495
177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga
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COMMUNITY NEWS
World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day
J
une 15th 2016 is the UN designated
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Mrs
Terri Hopper President of the Alpine Independent Aged Care Advocacy Service
Inc. believes that “this is a day to remind
our community that human rights do not
diminish as people get older, and that everyone
has the right to live with dignity and respect.”
To recognise and increase community awareness
to Elder Abuse, Alpine Health, Alpine Shire
Council and the Alpine Independent Aged
Care Advocacy Service Inc. will be holding
community information sessions with Mr
Gary Ferguson from Seniors Rights Victoria
as the guest Speaker. The sessions will also
include morning or afternoon tea.
The events are scheduled to take place at:
Bright RSL Hall, Wills Street, Bright. 10am,
Thursday 16th June.
Lakeside Community Health Centre, Mount
Beauty. 2pm Thursday16th June.
Myrtleford Savoy Club. 10am Friday 17th June.
Elder abuse is any act which causes harm to
an older person and is carried out by someone
EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY
000
Ambulance 000
ELECTRICITY
Faults & Emergencies
13 17 99
FIRE
Falls Creek/Mount Beauty/Tawonga 000
HOSPITAL
Mount Beauty 5754 3500
MEDICAL CENTRES
Falls Creek 5758 3238
POLICE
Wangaratta 5723 0600
RCA
RACV
Falls Creek/Mount Beauty 5750 1230
BURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS
CFA
1800 668 511
STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE
Falls Creek
13 25 00
WILDLIFE RESCUE
0421 553 527
they know and trust, such as a family member
or friend. The abuse may be physical, social,
financial, psychological or sexual and can
include mistreatment and neglect. Elder abuse
is vastly under-reported but the World Health
Organisation estimates that up to 10 per cent
of older people worldwide are affected. It is a
symptom of both the ageism and sexism that
are rife in our society.
The latest figures compiled by the National
Ageing Research Institute of Seniors Rights
Victoria show that financial abuse and
psychological/emotional abuse together are
the most common forms of abuse reported
by older Victorians (81.82%).
Victims are most likely to be female (72.5%),
and the perpetrators are 60% male and
40% female. 92.3% of abuse is perpetrated
by persons related to the older person or in
a de facto relationship: 66.8% of abuse is
perpetrated by a child of the older person.
Susan Ryan, the Age Discrimination
Commissioner, has called for a co-ordinated
national approach to countering elder abuse
- one that involves the government and
community sectors and which ‘empowers’
older people through a human rights-based
approach to seek help or to speak out.
At the Victorian Royal Commission into
Family Violence, elder abuse organisations
identified a long list long list of barriers limiting
older people’s access to justice and services, and
made a number of recommendations.
Warning signs of elder abuse may include
an older person seeming fearful, anxious or
isolated. There may be injuries, or an absence
of personal care. Disappearance of possessions,
unexplained financial transactions, and changes
to a will, title or other documents are also of
concern, as are arguments with a caregiver.
Given that most elder abuse occurs behind
closed doors, it is important for loved ones to
watch out for signs, listen and offer help.
To guard against elder abuse, older people
should make sure their financial, medical,
legal and other affairs are in order. They
must also be empowered to recognise signs of
elder abuse, and speak out.
Older Victorians experiencing elder abuse can get
help by calling Seniors Rights Victoria on 1300
368 821 Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 5 pm.
The website is www.seniorsrights.org.au.
Alpine Health, Alpine Shire Council and the
Alpine Independent Aged Care Advocacy
Service Inc. invite the community to become
more aware of elder abuse and participate in
the community event in your local township.
Further information
regarding these events
is available from Kate
Duff, please phone
0438 325 235. •
WHAT’S ON JUNE
11th
11th
11th-12th
13th
15th
Mount Beauty Diabetes Support Group monthly meeting. 10am. Lakeside Community Centre, Lakeside Ave, opp CFA Fire Station. Informal discussions on various topics relating to diabetes. All welcome. Contacts: Tony Coutts: Mb: 0427 544 824. Gail Beaton:
Mb: 0400 482 345.
TDFNL Rd 10. Thurgoona V Dederang Mount Beauty
Snow Capped Comedy. Falls Creek officially opens winter with some of the best comedians this country has to offer - including an afternoon kids session. A Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow event. Ph: 03 5758 1200 or visit: www.
fallscreek.com.au/whatson.
TDFNL Rd 8. Wodonga Saints V Dederang Mount Beauty.
Upper Kiewa Valley Country Women’s Association. 7pm at Mount Beauty Uniting Church
upper hall. Craft or guest speaker at each meeting. All welcome. Email - mountbeautycwa@
gmail.com
17th
18th
21st
24th
25th
26th
Victorian Junior Distance Championships. For 10 years and up - the natural progression from the Mini Series. Ph: 03 5758 1200.
TDFNL Rd 11. Dederang Mount Beauty V Beechworth
Monthly meeting of the local Anxiety Self-Help Support Group. 7 - 8:30pm. Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre. Gold Coin donation appreciated. Further Details, phone Janet:
Mb: 0412 658 159.
Monthly meeting of Mount Beauty & District Men’s Shed group followed by a BBQ lunch. 12noon at Senior Citizens rooms in Tawonga Cres. All Welcome. Ph: 03 5754 1323.
TDFNL Rd 12. Split Round bye. Wodonga Saints play Dederang Mount Beauty on Sat 2nd July.
Snow Trek and Travel Mini Series One. 10am Falls Creek Nordic Bowl. 02 6056 6605,
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Phone/Fax: 03 5754 1346
Office Address:
Suite 2, 41 Kiewa Valley Highway, Mount Beauty.
Postal Address:
PO Box 325, Mount Beauty, VIC, 3699. ABN: 22 171 749 807.
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Chinook
T
his is an extremely rare opportunity to
purchase a luxury free standing alpine
home, which has been beautifully
refurbished and has low outgoings. The total
renovation was done by quality local tradesmen
(familiar with the snow environment) during
the summer of 2013 - 2014.
Chinook has a long alpine head lease of 32
years. It is currently listed in the Alpine
Luxury rental pool - however can be used
solely for private use should the lucky buyer
decide to do so.
The configuration is four bedrooms, three
bathrooms and comfortably accommodates
between eight and 12 people over two levels.
The entry level features a foyer, large ski/
drying room, separate laundry, large utility
room with desk & TV, spacious bedroom
with excellent natural light and bathroom.
Upstairs features the beautiful open plan
living area with lovely views, private
balcony, gas log fire place and a further
three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The property is located close to the centre
of the village and offers good ski in - ski out
The warm and relaxed open plan living area of the stand-alone unit Chinook. Pic - Courtesy the agent.
under normal circumstances. It is also located
quite close to ski/rental shops and some of the
resort’s finest dining establishments.
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
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.
The asking price for the fabulous four
bedroom, three bathroom unique
alpine property is $850,000. For further
information on this freestanding centrally
located property in Falls Creek, or to
arrange an inspection, please contact
Christa on 0402 277 808 or visit www.
zirkyrealestate.com.au. •
CLASSIFIEDS
BUSINESS FOR SALE
Local earthmoving business (established 18 years). Mt Beauty
Bobcat. For all enquiries contact John, Mb: 0419 285 987, or
Em: jsu56771@bigpond.net.au.
FOR LEASE - RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL
Jack’s Tavern at Bogong Village is looking for a new owner operator
as from 1st June, 2016. Two years contract preferable but can
be negotiated. All enquiries, please phone Helle on 03 5754 1131.
BUSINESS FOR SALE - TAXI SERVICE
Mount Beauty Taxi Country Licence & 2013 Ford Mondeo
Hatch. Plus 4WD Toyota Landcruiser & Luggage Trailer. Good
Clientele: Dep of Veterans Affairs; VLine; Snowfield Health
Services & Walking Group Contracts. Running successfully for
24 years. $200,000. Ph: Brian on 0419 573 909.
FOR SALE - CYCLING HELMET
One perfectly good R-Jays cycling helmet. Aus Standards
Approved. Model S92B, size 54 – 58 (S – M) Colour: Red,
Black Silver. $20. Ph: 0400 350 488.
FOR SALE - IDEAL FIRST CAR
2006 Kia Rio Hatch. 140K Auto, air-con, pwr steer. Very
reliable – with service history. Will supply RWC. $5990.
Ph: 0412 006 537.
FALLS CREEK ALPINE ASSOCIATION
The Falls Creek Alpine Association represents apartment owners,
club lodges and commercial operators on a range of alpine issues
to FCRM and the Victorian government. The FCAA members’
website and email service provides information on current issues/
developments. Visit www.fcaa.org.au to join and discover the benefits.
FOR SALE - CLUB MEMBERSHIP
Mt Hotham. Fantastic position at bottom of Big D lift. Members and
associates $30 per night in peak season. Potential redevelopment at
no cost to members. Google ‘Asgaard Alpine Club’ and take a virtual
tour. Bargain at $5000. Contact Graham on Mb: 0409 429 008.
HOUSEKEEPING STAFF WANTED
Bogong Village. Casual housekeeping positions available approx.
20-25 hours per week mainly Monday to Friday but with the
occasional weekend required. One position can be ongoing after
winter for the right person. Please phone Helle 03 5754 1131.
FOR SALE - RECLINER CHAIRS
Two Velvet Recliner Chairs in VGC, ideal for people in need
of good back support. $50 each. Brass bed head and tail, $80.
Ph: 0419 615 732. Kiewa Valley House Op Shop – all monies
raised go to our hospital and nursing home.
DOWNSIZING SALE - FURNITURE ETC
Dining Hutch, Low TV Cabinet, Dining Table, Coffee Table.
Plus Student Desk, swivel Office Chair + quality Artwork. Will
deliver Mt Beauty area. Ph: 0434 693 380 for details/price/sizes.
POSITIONS VACANT
AAC Falls Creek seeks a Lodge Manager for 2017-2018. The
successful candidate will be enthusiastic and experienced
in housekeeping, cooking and customer service. If you are
interested in this demanding role please email aacfallscreek@
gmail.com for an application and more information by 19th
August. Interviews will be held in early-mid September.
FOR SALE - FALLOW DEER HEADS
Professionally mounted by local taxidermist. Suit lodge or
large room. One light, one medium colouring. $1000 each.
Will deliver Mount Beauty area. M: 0434 693 380.
FOR SALE - SLIP ON FIREFIGHTING UNIT
44 Gal Drum on frame with pump. Ideal for ute or small
trailer. $300. Pick up Tawonga. M: 0434 693 380.
FOR SALE - RM WILLIAMS BOOTS
One pair, brand new RM Williams Cuban heeled with rubber
non-slip sole added. Bushman Tan, size 9. $199. (save over
$100). Ph: 0400 350 488.
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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.
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.
NATUROPATH & OR MASSAGE
$35/hr 20A Kiewa Cres. Ph: Rosita 0419 519 275.
PAINTING SERVICES
Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Obligation
Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM
Alpine Painting Services, Ph: Laif 0437 023 921.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Exciting Creative Photography for all manner of
family and wedding memoirs. Visit: www.bigbrightphotos.com.au, phone Kylie: 0447 434 827.
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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LOCAL TALENT
Charlie Brown
I
t would be pretty well understood
that many aspects of those close to us
get taken for granted. This paper has
been fortunate to have access to absolutely
fabulous photographers (and their
images) over the years - which have been
instrumental in providing what we trust is
a publication representative of the quality
of this resort, this area and the people in it.
One of those photographers, Charlie
Brown, while continuing to live in the
area, won’t be doing as much local work in
the future and therefore the decision was
made to have a chat with him and find out
what he has been up to.
KB: So Charlie you’ve been around these
parts for quite a while now.
CB: Yeah I’ve been around for a bit,
although I’ve only been living in Mount
Beauty full time for the last five years. I
was working up at Falls for 20 winters,
then going home to Sorrento, on the
Mornington Peninsular for the summers.
KB: So what inspired the ‘tree change’?
CB: I think the relaxed lifestyle of the area
and the mountains. I’ve always thought
you’ve got to live by the ocean or by the
mountains and I’d lived by the ocean
for most of my life and it was time for a
change. The mountains were calling!
KB: Photography, have you always been a
photographer?
CB: I’ve been interested in photography for a
long time but it wasn’t till 1990 that I really
started getting serious about it. Actually it
was a skiing accident that changed my plans.
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Charlie’s exhibition in the Boardroom at QT this weekend. Pic - Courtesy Charlie Brown.
I was being photographed skiing at Mt Buller
and I stuffed up and broke my back. That
was about the time that I thought, “Hmmm,
maybe I should be on the other side of the
camera” After recovering from that accident
I went back to Mt Hotham to try my luck at
making it as a ski photographer, shooting a bit
of stuff for the resort and the odd magazine
and various other things, there was no internet
back then, it was a whole different ball game.
KB: When did you start up at Falls Creek?
CB: I started up at Falls in 1999, the Lift
Co asked me to come over and shoot their
brochure, for the first couple of seasons I lived
at Mt Hotham and worked in Falls, I’d come
over to Falls for a couple of days shooting then
go back to Hotham for a week or so and just
ski, haha, it was a pretty good set up.
Then the snow show guys (remember the
‘Snow Show’?) Mark and Marcus - they
asked if I’d like to move to Falls and do
some snow reports for the radio and TV so
I made the move, although my TV career
didn’t last very long. I’ve got a much better
face for radio, ha ha.
KB: You started off as a ski photographer, when
did the landscape photography come about?
CB: I started getting all arty farty when I
moved here. There’s something about the
alpine area that’s really inspiring.
KB: So you’ve even started entering into
some art shows?
CB: Yeah, I was recently asked to enter
some work in the Canterbury Art Show in
Melbourne which was a great experience
and I’ve just entered some pieces into the
2016 MAMA art prize, which would be a
fantastic one to win, fingers crossed.
KB: Any exhibitions coming up?
CB: Well glad you asked, I’ve got one on at
Falls Creek on the Saturday and Sunday of the
opening weekend in the QT conference room.
There you have it folks. A little bit of
background on one of our talented
photographers. This weekend, check out his
exhibition in the QT Boardroom, mid-level
above the FoodWorks and below Stingray.
And thanks to Charlie for his time and his
fantastic images. •

Welcome to Winter 2016!

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