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DINNER PLAIN
Village Guide
BEFORE YOUR TRIP
ON YOUR WAY
WALKS & TRAILS
ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
contents
DINNER PLAIN
History
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W elcome to Dinner
Plain...
Our Village 4 The Dinner Plain Village
Seasons 5 Guide includes everything
BEFORE YOUR TRIP 8 you need to know before
ON YOUR WAY 9 and during your visit.
WALKS & TRAILS 10-14
Explore our village
ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS 15 attractions and activities,
Mountains of Events 15-16 accommodation, delicious
Mountains of Adventure 17-18 cafes and restaurants. Travel
Mountains of Indulgence 19 advice and emergency
Village Map Guide 20-21 contact information is also
included.
High Country Huts 22-23
LOOKING AFTER THE 24 We hope you enjoy your
ALPINE ENVIRONMENT visit to our beautiful village.
GENERAL INFORMATION 25-29 Further information can be
Emergency Contacts 25 found online at:
BUSINESS DIRECTORY 30 www.visitdinnerplain.com
www.visitdinnerplain.com BUS TIMETABLE
Businesses 31-39
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DINNER PLAIN
HISTORY reflect the heritage of the early
pioneer buildings in the Victorian
The tradition of hospitality at Alpine High Country. Built of stone,
Dinner Plain goes back well over a timber and corrugated iron and
century, when mountain cattlemen often boasting magnificent stone
first discovered this beautiful stretch fireplaces, each blends in beautifully
of countryside as an ideal place to with the surrounding snow gums
relax, rustle up a meal and graze and the high plains landscape.
their cattle.
OUR VILLAGE
The site of Dinner Plain village was
originally part of 640 acres selected What’s so different – and so special
by Rundells of Flourbag Plain – about Dinner Plain? for when you want to eat in – and SEASONS
and was then known as Rundells when you don’t, there’s a host of
Paddock. When the coaches were If you love a relaxed village dining experiences available (please Looking to escape the summer
running between Omeo and Bright, atmosphere, this is your kind of refer to the Business Directory). heat? Want to get high on adventure
they would stop here for midday place. Dinner Plain is a peaceful in Victoria’s Alpine High Country?
dinner, hence the area became and friendly village, surrounded by Relaxing by the fireside, exploring Wander through vast swathes of
known as Dinner Plain. the Alpine National Park above the bush tracks and trails, mountain colourful alpine wildflowers? Tour
the snowline and designed to biking or spoiling yourself at the the Great Alpine Road and explore
Dinner Plain village was developed compliment the beautiful snowgums Onsen Retreat and Spa - there’s Victoria’s greatest national park? Or
in 1986 by a company called Dinner and history of the area. something for everyone. maybe just slip away for a romantic
Plain Pty Ltd. Peter McIntyre, the weekend? You can do it all right
company architect, was inspired Dinner Plain is open all year Walk it, Ride it, Bike it, Ski it, Enjoy here, because every season there’s
by the characteristics of the old round and offers a choice of it! another reason to visit Dinner Plain.
cattlemen’s huts. Dinner Plain is a accommodation the mountain
distinctive village in Australia’s only cattlemen could only have dreamed Indulge in the unique experience The warmer months...
freehold land above the snowline. of. There’s a well-stocked that is Dinner Plain.
The homes, apartments and lodges supermarket and grocery service Have you been hibernating over
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winter? Revitalise in the clear The cooler months...
mountain air as the countryside
sheds its winter snow and emerges Cooler days are perfect to pursue
fresh and green. lots of adventure activities –
mountain biking, horseriding, 4WD
Warm sunny days, invitingly cool touring and fishing. Enjoy the last of
rivers and streams and alpine summer’s wildflowers and the crisp
wildflowers in full bloom. Escape evenings that foretell the winter
the heat of summer and simply snows.
relax, or get out and experience
the adventure playground on your During winter, the mountains are
doorstep. at their most magnificent, shrouded
in glittering white. Skiers and
snowboarders swoop down slopes,
families stroll along snow-lined
village streets and couples discover
the romance of the snow. In the
evening, slip into a hot spa or sauna,
relax in front of a cosy log fire
before enjoying dinner at one of
the many dining options with a fine
bottle of local wine.
AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Spring: 16 degrees
Summer: 25 degrees
Autumn: 14 degrees
Winter: -2.4 degrees View from Great Alpine Road
Precipice Plain
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BEFORE YOUR TRIP ON YOUR WAY
Need a weather update? a permit and a lead. Permits are Driving to Dinner Plain
available at the Visitor Information
The weather in the mountains can Centre. From the Northern side of
be surprising! You may even see Melbourne head up the Hume
snow fall in summer. Check out Driving? Freeway (M31) to the Great
www.visitdinnerplain.com for the Alpine Road (B500) exit near
latest news on Dinner Plain or call Fill your car’s tank before driving up Wangaratta. Follow the Great Alpine
1300 734 365. the mountain and don’t forget the Road through the picturesque
antifreeze and alpine diesel during Ovens Valley, passing through the
Call VicRoads on 131170 for up to the winter months. towns and villages of Myrtleford,
date road information and for the Porepunkah, Bright and Harrietville,
latest weather forecast check out Please hire your snowchains before before the spectacular drive up to
www.bom.gov.au/weather/vic you head up the mountain (more in Mt Hotham village. Dinner Plain is
General Information). just 11km further along the Great the Alpine National Park. Drive time:
What you need to bring: Alpine Road, towards Omeo. Drive 5 hours from Melbourne.
Gear Rental time: 4.5 hours from Melbourne.
• Sunscreen, sunglasses and goggles Flying to Dinner Plain
(for winter) There are operators in Dinner Plain From the South-Eastern side of
• Warm protective clothing suitable fully equipped to handle your gear Melbourne, or in case of road The Hotham Airport at Horsehair
for layering requirements. closure between Harrietville and Plain is the highest commercial
• Water resistant gloves, wind proof Hotham, take the route along the airport in Australia. QantasLink flies
jacket and pants and hat Princes Freeway (A1) through direct to Hotham from Sydney and
• Sturdy footwear Gippsland, to Bairnsdale. From Melbourne during the ski season.
there, the Great Alpine Road (B500) Flights commence in June through
Bringing your best friend? heads north through spectacular until September. Check with
high country views, passing through Qantas for details.
Check with your accommodation Bruthen, Ensay, Swift’s Creek and
provider that dogs are allowed Omeo. Dinner Plain is a further 43 See General Information for details
in your chalet. You will also need km from Omeo, heading towards of charter operators.
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walks & trails
WALKING ON TOP OF THE return trip to Carmichael Falls and rewards you with extraordinary Minimal Impact Walking
WORLD 3km return trip to Room With A 360 degree views of the Alpine High
View. Looking for something a little Country. You need to make an early • Please keep to the designated
There are a wide variety of walks bit longer? Try the 9km return walk start to complete the walk in a day, tracks
in Dinner Plain, the Alpine National to Precipice Plain and be rewarded and the track is rocky, rough and • Use a portable stove instead of
Park and adjacent alpine resorts. with commanding views of the steep in parts. lighting a fire - especially above the
The bush walking and mountain bike Dargo River and the Dargo High tree line
season lasts from early November Plains. Guided walks • Always check fire danger forecast
until late April. The area is usually • NO FIRES (INCLUDING STOVES)
snow covered or too wet during Winter’s cross country ski trail If you don’t feel you have sufficient ON DAYS OF TOTAL FIRE BAN
winter and early spring. between Dinner Plain and Mt experience or you’d rather leave the • Where toilets are not provided
Hotham becomes summer’s 10km planning to someone else, why not bury toilet waste at least 100m
During the snow season, trails are walking track – it’s a day trip, so book a guided walk? These can take from water, walking tracks and
groomed from June until September pack a picnic and plan to stop at you to some of the lesser known campsites
and are suitable for cross country Paw Paw Plain for lunch with a view. tracks around Dinner Plain and Mt • Dogs and other pets are not
skiing and snow shoeing. Hotham. They range from pleasant permitted in the Alpine National
Great walks from Mt Hotham sunrise or sunset strolls to half Park
In good weather a fit person can include the loop that takes in day, full day and multiple day walks, • Take your rubbish home
cover 3 kms an hour. Remember Machinery Spur, Red Robin Mine, and are escorted by guides with • Native plants are protected - leave
to make allowances for long steep Dibbins Hut and Derrick Hut (1 excellent local knowledge. wildflowers for others to enjoy
climbs, photography and rests. Carry day), and the walk along Mt Loch • Mountain bikes are permitted on
plenty of drinking water. Ridge (3 – 4 hours) which reveals designated trails
near-360 degree views of Mt Buffalo,
Self-guided walks Mt Feathertop, the Bogong High
Plains and the Kiewa Valley.
There are more than 15 walks Weather conditions can change rapidly in alpine areas. Be prepared!
around Dinner Plain village. Start The challenging 22km walk from • Wind and waterproof jackets • Warm clothing - hat, gloves and sturdy
at the DP Hut and follow the signs Diamantina Hut at Mt Hotham to footwear • Map and compass • First aid kit • Carry plenty of water
and maps. Walks include the 2km Mt Feathertop along the Razorback • LET SOMEONE KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
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Boggy
Creek
(6km)
Hut
BLADE RUNNER
Mt Hotham Airport
(10kms)
STEEP
Ponds
DINNER PLAIN ALPINE VILLAGE TRAILS
To Omeo
GUIDE ALICE
Village Trails (Appian Way,Vera Hotham the trail is never far from
MISTY TICKLE
Houghton, Guide Alice, Charlie the Great Alpine Road. The terrain
Donald’s Knee) ranges from easy to more difficult.
STEEP
The village trails take you past This trail also provides an easy walk
DONALD’S
CHARLIE
KNEE
beautiful snowgums and wildflowers. to JB Hut starting at Dinner Plain.
The terrain ranges from easy to
more difficult. MORE DIFFICULT
HOUGHTON
VERA
EASIEST Carmichael Falls
(2 kms return) The walk starts
APPIAN WAY
Orites at the sign post on the Dinner
VERA HOUGHTON
GUIDE ALICE
D
Stretch your legs out around Orites. Plain 4WD track. The track leads
OA
ER
PIN
During your stroll look out for the to a lookout over picturesque falls
AL
Alpine School
PRECIPICE PLAIN (9km return)
EAT
GR
Alpine Orites - a small ‘heathy” amongst the snowgums. PLEASE
shrub common in snow gum DO NOT LEAVE THE TRACK OR
PIGTAIL
COBUNGRA
PLATTER
woodland, chiefly among rocks. APPROACH THE CLIFF.
Scrubbers End
Water Tower
FITZY’S CIRCUS
Fitzy’s Circus Room with a View
ROOM WITH A VIEW
This short walk will take you past (3km return) The walk starts off
(3km return)
DINNER
PLAIN
Tennis Courts
some of Dinner Plain’s unique the Great Alpine Road, leading to a
DP Hut
architecture. lookout across to Mt Hotham.
CARMICHAEL FALLS
(2km return)
Mt Hotham Dinner Plain Trail Precipice Plain
ORITES
CRB Hut
Outside the snow season this (9 km return) Walk or bike along
trail makes for a pleasant walk, the Dinner Plain Track to a lovely
meandering through snow gum natural lookout across the remote
R OAD
woodland and open snow plains. Dargo Valley.
ALPINE
Winter Seasonal
Dinner Plain
Track (4WD)
Closure
Starting at Dinner Plain Village and
GREAT
MOUNT HOTHAM
DINNER PLAIN
TRAIL
finishing at “The General” in Mt
To Mount Hotham
MT TABLETOP
(10km return)
JB
Plain
Hut
(3km
return)
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ACTIVITIES &
ATTRACTIONS
MOST DIFFICULT the route drops down to Tabletop MOUNTAINS OF EVENTS
Creek then follows a long ridge up
Mount Tabletop the plateau. The track is marked All year round Dinner Plain plays
(10 kms return) Mt Tabletop is to a rocky outcrop just below the host to a wide range of events to
a distinctive flat plateau linked to summit. Return by the same route. entice and excite you.
the Great Dividing Range by a low
ridge. Fom JB Plain, follow the old Misty Tickle & Blade Runner Whether it’s sled dog racing, motor
fence line south across the Plains Steep rough tracks, orange marker bike touring or a polo match
for 0.5km. From here the route arrows along the route. between mountain cattlemen and
is marked by orange triangular city slickers, you will find Dinner
markers. After crossing small snow Plain offers imaginative, amusing and
plains and snow gum woodland challenging events throughout the Dinner Plain Easter Egg Hunt
year. (Easter Sunday morning)
A must for the young and the young
Summer at heart!
Great Alpine Rallye (December) Dinner Plain Geebung Polo Match
A classic road touring event (Easter Sunday)
reminiscent of European road A great day of spirited riding and
events. competition based on the poem
by Banjo Paterson. The Cuff ‘n’
Autumn Collar team ride in from the city
to challenge the Geebung Team
Great Alpine Tour (Labour Day of skilled mountain cattlemen in
Weekend) this epic action event staged in the
Two wheels, challenging winding front paddock of Cobungra Station,
roads and scenic day rides. Victoria’s largest cattle property.
For event info: www.visitdinnerplain.com
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Winter MOUNTAINS OF ADVENTURE located in the village.
Snow Season Opening If you’re looking for a big adventure Have a fun-filled family day out
(June Long weekend) playground, come to Victoria’s exploring the extensive cross-
Three activity packed days to biggest national park. Dinner Plain country trail network that
celebrate the start of the season. is surrounded by the vast Alpine meanders around the village, or
National Park, with a seemingly if you’re feeling adventurous take
Mountain Fresh Festival endless network of tracks and trails. on the 10km journey between
(July) And if it’s aquatic adventures you Dinner Plain and Mt Hotham. These
Five day festival of regional wine and seek, our snow-fed alpine streams well-marked trails wind through a
food. and rivers boast some of the finest woodland of snow gums and are
fly fishing in the state. a unique and memorable way to
Altitude 5000 Sled Dog Challenge
Mt Hotham to Dinner Plain “Pub to experience the wonder of Victoria’s
(August)
Pub” Cross Country Race Let It Snow... Alpine High Country!
Australia’s only sled dog race held
(August)
on snow. See the dog teams race
14 kms cross country race between The winter season provides a range Mountain bike and 4WD trails
their way through Dinner Plain’s
Dinner Plain and Mt Hotham. of activities and events including
winter landscape.
downhill and cross country skiing, Numerous fire trails and 4WD
snowboarding, snowshoe shuffles tracks wind through the bush, so
Hotham Winter Triathlon
and snowplay. there’s lots to explore on four
(September)
wheels or two. You can hire
Staged in Dinner Plain, featuring
For the snow bunnies, there is mountain bikes and helmets at
three disciplines - run, road bike and
a gentle downhill ski slope with Dinner Plain and set out on your
cross country ski.
free magic carpet and a poma lift own, or take guided tours that
for beginners. A regular shuttle range from a two hour cruise to an
Alpine 4x4 Challenge
bus connects Dinner Plain to Mt adventure over two or three days.
(September)
Hotham several times a day during
A 4x4 team based event unique to
ski season. Comprehensive ski hire And fear not if you feel your fitness
Australia, where highly modified
services and a ski school are also level won’t match the hills. Your
4WD vehicles compete over four
days.
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guides will load you and your bikes an Alpine High Country touring MOUNTAINS OF INDULGENCE
into their van and drive you to the holiday. Whether you’re coming
top of mountain roads so you can from Melbourne, Wangaratta or Inspired by Japanese bathing
have the thrill of cycling down. Bairnsdale, take the time to discover traditions. Created with spectacular
our magnificent region along the vision, and with access to some of
Horse riding Great Alpine Road’s Discovery the purest water on earth, Onsen
Routes on your way to Dinner Plain. Retreat & Spa is here to enrich,
The mountain cattlemen created For further information check out delight and restore.
some of the most colourful chapters - sydneymelbournetouring.com.au
of the Alpine High Country’s DP Central & Spa
history and you can follow in their Tennis
hoofprints on guided treks. Call Relax in Australia’s first indoor
into the Visitor Information Centre Tennis courts and racquets are outdoor Alpine retreat and spa.
or ask your accommodation available for hire. Experience a massage, skin care or
provider for more information. body treatment, or simply submerge
BBQ’s & Picnics in the Japanese inspired Onsen.
Aquatic adventures
BBQ facilities can be found at DP Release your tension, boost your
Cool snow-fed waters and good Hut and Scrubbers End. There are vitality and captivate your senses.
stocks of trout ensures the Alpine numerous picnic sites in the area
High Country streams and rivers including JB Plain, Champagne Point, Advance bookings for treatments
offer renowned fishing. Good Stonehenge or choose your own! is recommended. Casual visitors
fishing spots can be found along the welcome. Short and longer
Cobungra and Victoria rivers. Fishing Camping term memberships and tours are
guides are available. Call into the available.
Visitor Information Centre or ask Camping is allowed at JB Plain and
your accommodation provider for Victoria Falls. The locally named
more information. “Lake Petersen” can be found 3km
off the junction of the Dinner Plain
Touring Track and Victoria River Road. There
are no facilities and the water is not
With the 308km Great Alpine Road drinkable. Camping is not allowed
running right past our doorstep, anywhere within the village.
Dinner Plain is the perfect base for
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PROPERTY MAP REF PROPERTY MAP REF PROPERTY MAP REF PROPERTY MAP REF PROPERTY MAP REF PROPERTY MAP REF
360º 3015 Caribou 2490 Dinner Plain Visitor Tambo 1935 Pindari Homestead 903 3. Pinot
Abbey Lodge 1024 Cascade 3002 Information Centre 572 Highlander 2496 Pinnacle Ski Hire 571 4. Cabernet
Achnacarry 922 Castran Real Estate 1911 Double Bridges 1682 High Plains Drifter 3022 Piz Gloria 3014 Timberline 3016
Accommodation at Castran Corner Apartments 1911 Double Haven 131 Hoff’s Hut 2005 Polo Club 151 Tintinara 912
Dinner Plain 185 Drops on the Rocks Apt 1 Dragonfly 3019 Hoys Ski Hire 551 Powderkeg 2011 Tongio 1812
Accommodation Services Bear’s Den Apt 2 DP Central 4023 Ironbark 132 Quokka 3042 Tower House (1 & 2) 861
of Dinner Plain 192 Amoy Apt 3 Eacottage 3009 Jagungal 1691 Razorback 1832 Triggerplant Lodge 2017
Adventures with Altitude 551 Chamonix 179 Eagle Rock 180 Jasandre 172 Recovery Room 510 Tsubo 4023
Alpine Interlude 507 Champagne 572 Everlasting 1303 Jodare 149 Redbank 1301 Tussock Show Home 4027
Alpine Retreat 1561 Chilled Out 1563 Fairhaven 3040 Kimberley Apartments 263 Rivendell 146 Tyee 261
Alpine Star 1305 Chinook 260 Faraway 1702 King 174 Rusty Pod 1372 Umbels 175
Alpine View 3003 Cilantro 1911 Feathertop 1021 Kokanee 503 Seadog 892 Under the Moonlight
Altitude 3030 Cloudbreak 3024 Flake Out 2020 Kumoninn 5732 Shady Creek 1681 Show Home 4012
Amber Lodge 911 Club Calhaem 1032 Fort King 259 Kunama 160 Shaley House 921 Vaulcluse 1307
Andelain 3037 Coho 2499 Freedom 2020 Larataga 2004 Sheilig 172 Verandering 142
Arapaho 2492 Colorado 3052 Frosty 961 Last Run 4027 Shiver 3036 Vertical Limit 2019
Arosa 1811 Come by Chance 1551 Gifford 2482 Lillahem 267 Singaroo 932 Vertigo 2009
Aspen 1033 Crep de Mont 5741 Gimme Shelter 2498 Logan Lodge 173 Slippery Pinch 165 Victoria Springs 145
Australian Alpine Club 101 Croajingalong 1371 Glacier 1823 Long Squaw/Short Squaw 2007 Sliprails 1834 Warrejo 264
Bagel 154 Crystal Creek Chalets 17-0 Glencoe 2495 Maddison 952 Slipstream 3025 Washbrook 508
Banjos 1306 Batty’s 17-15 Gotham 139 Mamba 872 Smoko 1381 Weathering Heights 162
Barcoo 2014 Blairs 17-10 Haybarn & Hayshack 3006 Mandala 3027 Smors 1308 Wedgetail 506
Bark Sheds 1382 Bogong Jack 17-6 Hayhills 262 Maunga Lodge 3018 Snogil 1821 Welcome Stranger 1692
Beinn Breagh 163 Dibbins 17-7 Hayloft 3012 Mayford 2481 Snokomo 931 Welkuminn 5732
Belle Plagne 5731 Faithful’s 17-13 Hayshed 3012 McKinley 2494 Snow Bunny 1352 Whistlers Lodge 1022
Belltrees 147 Fitzgeralds 17-2 Heatherlea 166 Michael’s 2493 Snow Daisy 1304 White Ice 502
Bidgee Widgee 1302 Howmans 17-11 Heritage Chalets 157&158 Milky Way 3047 Snowdrop Lodge 1023 White Out Lodge 4099
Big Muster Apartments 562 Huggin’s 17-14 Bilby 1582 Mindolluin 3039 Snowed Inn 1566 Wildflowers House 962
1. Snowy River Kelly’s 17-8 Birregun 1579 Miri Miri 2016 Snowed Inn Too 1566 Winterhaven 3007
2. Brumby Lawler’s 17-9 Coch-y-Bondhu 1577 Misty Gums 509 Snow Goose 1362 Winterhaus 133
3. Ringer McNamara’s 17-3 Coolong 1578 Moguls 906 Snowgum Apartments 192 With Altitude 3041
4. Silver Spur Ropers 17-12 La Bomba 1585 Molony’s Pizza & Bar 563 Snowdragon 902 Wonnangatta 3038
Billabong 4005 Tawonga 17-5 La Fontaine 1583 Monashee 3002 Snowmass 3007 Woodson 263
Billy Button 144 Wallaces 17-1 Mountain View 1576 Moonglo 176 Snowind 881 Woodstock 177
Birrigun Cottage 924 Westons 17-4 Num Ti Jah 1581 Moose’s 1564 Spindrift & Loft 164 Woolley Butt Apartments 1140
Birubi 268 Youngs 17-16 Snow at Last 1570 Moose Lodge 4035 Square Bear 2010 Unit 1 1141
Blue Mist 3032 Crystal Creek Resort 17 The Cubby 1584 Mopoke 3011 Squatters Rest Apartments 573 Bayai 1142
Blue Sky 2006 Crystal Brook Lodge 1361 High ‘bernation Haus 1562 Mountain Design 3010 1. Squatters Rest Unit 3 1143
Boat House 1671 Cuff-n-Collar Stables 140 High Knob 882 Mountain House 99 2. Riding High Unit 4 - Burramys 1144
Bodie 3046 Currawong Lodge 94 High ’n’ Dry 148 Mountain Mist 905 3. Kimberly Lodge Unit 5 - Silver Brumby 1145
Braigh 2497 Davenport 5742 High Plains Lodge 185 Mt Elizabeth 1831 4. Drovers Rest Unit 6 - Gundy Lodge 1146
Brandy Creek Café Deep Powder 1565 Highseasons (1 & 2 ) 5743 Mullocky Creek 1672 Steve’s 1841 Unit 7 1147
& Supermarket 1912 Dickens Real Estate 5511 High Plains Cabins 193 Myabi 4023 Symbar 159 Unit 8 1148
Breck 2020 Dinner Plain Central Bindi 1936 Nutmeg 951 Table Top Down 141 Worra Worra 1833
Brindabella 271 Reservations 572 Bogong 1931 On the Edge 3023 Telluride 1701 Worrawindi 178
Brumby’s 2491 Dinner Plain Hotel 551 Bright 1934 Onsen Retreat and Spa 4023 The Cottage 923 Wren’s View 2471
Buckleys 3034 Dinner Plain Medical Chunk a Cheese 1938 Oriole 150 The Left Ski 3033 Yak ‘n’ Yeti 143
Bullumwaal 153 Centre 2494 Cuddle Pie 1939 Panorama 3001 The Retreat at Michaels 2493 Yurgies 161
Bundara 3004 Dinner Plain Service Estate Diamentina 1937 Paramo 171 The Secret Hut 501
Burrinjuck 3054 Dinner Plain Self Storage 1 Dibbins 1930 Parsonage 1824 The Vines Chalets 572
Camelot 3026 Van Heek Builders 2 Pinnacle 1932 Peak a Boo 3005 1. Merlot
TJ Chick Builders 6 Snugglepot 1933 Pie in the Sky 3008 2. Shiraz
21HIGH COUNTRY HUTS* Boggy Creek Hut
During the summer of 2003 a Boggy Creek Hut is another of the
number of fires swept through the CRB Huts, and is one of the two
Australian alps. Some historic huts original huts built in 1923 - 1925,
were burnt and may remain as ruins, the other one being at Dinner
so if planning to visit a hut please Plain. It is located 6km along the
first check its status with Parks Great Alpine Road heading towards
Victoria or the Visitor Information Omeo.
Centre in the village.
Dinner Plain CRB Hut
CRB Hut is located on the northern
side of the Great Alpine Road,
outside the main entrance to the JB Hut
village. It was built in 1923 -1925
and is known to have survived the Wire Plain Hut VISITING THE HUTS
Black Friday fires in 1939. The hut is
well preserved and is protected by a There is a locked cattleman’s hut Enjoy visiting the huts but please
heritage order. on the northern side of the Great do not use them for overnight
Alpine Road at Wire Plain. accommodation. Huts are for
JB Hut temporary refuge only.
Mr Billy Howard, mountain
JB Hut is located on JB Plain, cattleman from the Ovens district Leave the hut clean and secure.
just 2km west of Dinner Plain, built this hut in 1962. Part of the hut If you must use the fireplace,
approximately 250m from the was prefabricated and brought in by check the fire is out and close
Great Alpine Road. The hut was truck and the back of the hut was the doors and windows securely.
relocated to JB Plain in the 1970’s built on site to house saddles and a Don’t leave emergency food
and is believed to have been built water tank. stores in the hut as they clutter
in the late 1940’s. It was possibly up the hut and encourage rats.
a forestry hut in the Swifts Creek For further information please refer
area. to: www.hutsvictoria.org.au * Hut information supplied courtesy of ‘Victoria’s Alpine Herit-
age Huts of the High Plains’, Fiona Magnussen, Alpine Publishing
Dinner Plain.
22 23LOOKING AFTER THE GENERAL
ALPINE ENVIRONMENT
INFORMATION
LANDCARE of the Alpine Bog is threatened by BABYSITTING BBQ’S & PICNICS
development, feral animals, weed
The Alpine environment is one of invasion and global warming. Babysitting services are available. BBQ facilities can be found at DP
the most pristine environments in Please contact your accommodation Hut and Scrubbers End. There are
Australia. It contains a number of GRASSLANDS provider for details. numerous picnic sites in the area
unique flora and fauna species. including JB Plain, Champagne Point,
Threats include the invasion of Our grasslands are unique and BANKING FACILITIES Stonehenge or choose your own!
weed species, which can travel great unfortunately are under threat all
distances on the tyres of vehicles over Australia.Your local Council EFTPOS facilities are available at BROCHURES & MAPS
and the underneath of footwear, and and DSE can help you identifiy most restaurants and shops, with all
feral animals attacking local fauna. native grasses. major credit cards being accepted at For great local knowledge,
most outlets. Brandy Creek offers brochures and maps that detail local
THE ALPINE BOG SNOW GUMS EFTPOS cash-out facilities. walking and 4WD tracks, enquire at
the Dinner Plain Visitor Information
Alpine Bogs are rare in Australia; Snow gum forests take many years Centre, your accommodation
they can be defined as a to establish and the growth rate of provider or local businesses.
permanently wet area of ground the snow gum is very slow. Many
that supports a range of flora and fauna species live in snowgum EMERGENCY CONTACTS
fauna. Alpine Bogs are an iconic forests. Snowgum survival is Ambulance / Fire / Police 000
part of the Australian landscape threatened by development and Bright Police 03 5755 1444
and their health is an indicator bush fires. Bright Hospital 03 5755 0100
of the success of environmental
Dinner Plain Medical Centre (winter only) 0417 341 376
management practices. The survival
Mt Hotham Medical Centre (winter only) 03 5759 3551
DO: DON’T: Mt Hotham Police (winter only) 03 5759 3535
Omeo District Health 03 5159 0100
• Find out how to identify local species • Remove local plants
• Only grow plants that naturally grow in • Bring pets into alpine areas Omeo Medical Centre 03 5159 0140
the area • Remove a species unless you know it is a
• Remove weeds when they appear weed
RACV 13 11 11
• Plant only local grasses around your home • Dump chemicals or pollute the State Emergency Service 132 500
• Please stay out of the alpine bog groundwater
• Remove or kill native animals Wangaratta Police 03 5723 0888
• Light fires
24 25BUS SERVICE & TRANSPORT CAR PARKING FISHING LICENCE Friday, garbage bags available from
the Visitor Information Centre and
Car parking is limited at most Fishing licences can be purchased your accommodation provider.
DINNER PLAIN SHUTTLE BUS
houses and lodges. Free overnight from the Visitor Information Centre. Please place your garbage in
car parking is available for additional the correct bag - a clear bag for
A free* shuttle bus service is
vehicles at the Scrubbers End Car FIRE WOOD recycling and a black bag for general
available between Dinner Plain and
Park, off Big Muster Drive. Car waste. Rubbish should be placed
Mt Hotham during winter. Tickets
permits for Scrubbers End are Wood collection permits are in the ‘hutch’ in front of your
are available on the bus. Please
available from Accommodation available from the Dinner Plain accommodation.
tender correct fare.
Booking Agents. Please ensure you Visitor Information Centre.
* Resort entry fees are payable don’t park on other properties Firewood can be purchased from INTERNET/FAX FACILITIES
or on the roadside. Crystal Creek local operators. Ask your booking
Shuttle bus timetables are available Resort and High Plains Lodge agent. Available at Brandy Creek Cafe &
from local operators. provide on-site parking for all Licensed Supermarket and Dinner
guests. When parking your vehicle in FLY IN FLY OUT Plain Visitor Information Centre.
Please refer to page 40 for winter, please ensure that you have
timetable information. anti-freeze in the coolant system. Qantas operates out of Hotham MEDICAL FACILITIES
Airport during the ski season. A
DOG FRIENDLY number of charter operators fly in SUMMER:
Christian’s Bus Services offer a year round: The nearest medical facilities are
luxury 4WD service and 5 star Check with your accommodation • Ausjet - 03 9379 6999 located in Omeo, 45km from
coach travel - 1300 722 191. provider that dogs are allowed • Bairnsdale Air Charter (Bob Dinner Plain along the Great Alpine
in your chalet. You will also need Hussy) - 0428 524 617 Road.
Snowball Express offer daily a permit and a lead. Permits are • Lilydale Air Charters - • Omeo Medical Centre -
services between Melbourne and Mt available at the Visitor Information 03 9739 1211 03 5159 0140
Hotham during the winter season. Centre. • Omeo District Health –
Tickets are available through Hoys GARBAGE 03 5159 0100
at Dinner Plain. • Bright Hospital is 63kms from
Collection days are Monday and Dinner Plain - 03 5755 0100
26 27• Bright Medical Centre – PUBLIC TELEPHONES/TOILETS SERVICE STATIONS TELEVISION
03 5750 1000
Please note: Call ahead to ensure a Crystal Creek Resort has a public The nearest service/petrol stations There are six free-to-air channels
doctor is available. telephone. Telstra and Optus are located at Omeo (45km) and and five Austar channels distributed
Mobile Networks operate in the Harrietville (50km). by cable throughout the village.
WINTER: village area. A motor mechanic service operates Programs are available from the
The Dinner Plain Medical Centre, in the village – 0427 004 491. Visitor Information Centre.
located in Drovers Lane, is open Public toilets are located at the DP Please note that weather conditions
periodically during the ski season Hut and Scrubbers End Car Park. SNOW CHAINS HIRE & FITTING can adversely affect reception.
- 0417 341 376 “Dinner Plain TV” features
The Mt Hotham Medical Centre is RADIO - LOCAL STATIONS It is compulsory to carry chains information and events and can be
open daily during the ski season, it is during the winter season. Please located on channel 12 (224.25hmz)
located in the southwest corner of 3NE 1566AM ensure you hire chains off mountain - this channel is bought to you by
the Ford Car Park - The River 90.1 before you come. Dinner Plain ratepayers.
03 5759 3551. ABC 106.5
For Ambulance – ring 000. Radio National 88.1 SNOW CLEARING TENNIS
Triple J 103.3
NEWSPAPERS Edge FM 102.1 Please ensure that vehicles are not Snowgum tennis courts and
parked along roadways due to snow racquets are available for hire.
Newspapers are available daily from ROAD CONDITIONS clearing operations.
the Dinner Plain Visitor Information INFORMATION WEDDINGS, CONFERENCES &
Centre. Contractors are available to clear FUNCTIONS
Contact the Visitor Information private roads and driveways.
POSTAL AGENCY Centre or your accommodation Dinner Plain Village can cater for
provider for winter road reports. Contact your accommodation up to 250 guests / delegates. For
Brandy Creek Cafe & Licensed Alternatively, contact VicRoads on provider if you require service. further information on arranging
Supermarket operates as a 13 11 70. your special event in Dinner Plain
community postal agency. Mail is please refer to
collected and delivered weekdays. www.visitdinnerplain.com
28 29ACCOMMODATION AT ACCOMMODATION SERVICES OF
DINNER PLAIN DINNER PLAIN
Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive
BUSINESS
DIRECTORY
ACCOMMODATION
“Lift your head above the clouds”. Year round accommodation for 2 to 20 in self
Accommodation at Dinner Plain 31 Dinner Plain Central 34
Dinner Plain has something for everyone and contained chalets, cabins and apartments, from
Reservations
Accommodation at Dinner Plain will find it for budget to luxury. “We know the high country.”
Accommodation Services of Dinner Plain 31 High Plains Lodge Studio 36 you.
Apartments
Crystal Creek Resort 33 The Retreat @ Michael’s 39
Currawong Lodge 33
Tel: 03 5159 6555 Tel: 03 5159 6696 or 1800 444 066
BUILDERS & BUILDING TRADE Email: info@discoverdinnerplain.com Email: info@accommdinnerplain.com
Cas-Bak Builders 32 R & R Van Heek Pty Ltd 38 Web: www. skiholidays.com.au Web: www.accommdinnerplain.com.au
FOOD, WINE & ENTERTAINMENT
Alpine Provisioning 31 Dinner Plain Hotel 34 ADVENTURES WITH ALTITUDE ALPINE PROVISIONING
Brandy Creek Cafe & Licensed 32 High Plains Bar and Restaurant 36 Big Muster Drive Dinner Plain
Supermarket
Cilantro 33 Molony’s - Pizza and Bar 37
Crystal Creek Resort 33 Tsubo Bar and Restaurant 39
RETAIL & SERVICES
Castran Real Estate 32 DP Central Conferences 36
Dickens Real Estate 33 Hoys Dinner Plain Ski Shop 36
Diesel & Motor Mechanic 34 Myabi Hairdressing & Beauty 37
Dinner Plain Carpet Care 34 Onsen Retreat and Spa 37
Dinner Plain Maintenance 35 Pinnacle DP 38 Enjoy Hiking, Mountain Biking, History/Heritage, New for season 2007, Pre-order all your
Flora/Fauna or the freedom of exploration, provisioning requirements before leaving home.
Dinner Plain Self Storage 35 Ray Group 38
Adventures with Altitude offers tours for all ages, Alpine Provisioning has combined the best the
Dinner Plain Services 35 Reef Visions 38 fitness and adrenalin levels. Alpine Valleys have to offer, as well as standard
Dinner Plain Visitor Information Centre 35 daily staples, to provide a comprehensive
selection of provisions. Don’t waste valuable
TOURS & ACTIVITIES skiing time.
Adventures with Altitude 31 On The Rise 37
Tel: 03 5159 6608 or 0427 000 702 Tel: 0427 448 566
Christian’s 4WD Taxis 32 Snowgums Tennis Courts 39 Email: info@adventureswithaltitude.com.au Email: james@alpineprovisioning.com.au
Web: www.adventureswithaltitude.com.au Web: www. alpineprovisioning.com.au
30 31BRANDY CREEK CAFE & LICENSED CAS-BAK BUILDERS CILANTRO CRYSTAL CREEK RESORT
SUPERMARKET Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive
Big Muster Drive
“Keeping food affordable”. Cas-Bak Builders with over 30 years experience Cilantro has a warm, relaxed atmosphere serving Renowned for fine cuisine and hospitality,
•Supermarket & bottle shop • Patisserie style in building quality homes, lodges and commercial a Mediterranean styled Tapas & Meze menu in this all seasons resort offers 4 star motel
Cafe • Friendly service • Lowest possible prices buildings in the Victorian and NSW Alps. the evenings and specialising in delicious cafe accommodation in a cosy yet sophisticated
• Gourmet regional and deli produce • Book We ensure our homes are built with energy breakfasts, lunch and coffee across the day. atmosphere. Includes spa/sauna, outdoor pool,
shop, souvenirs and giftware • Videos & DVD’s efficiency in mind and are individually crafted to Winner of the 2006 Alpine Style commercial spacious lounge/bar with open fires and a-la-
• Internet & fax service • Community Postal encapsulate your very own personal taste and interior design award Cilantro offers great music, carte restaurant open everyday for breakfast,
Agency. Open everyday except Christmas. unique requirements. fun parties and excellent food. lunch and dinner.
Tel: 03 5159 6488 Tel: 03 5759 2566 Tel: 03 5159 6799 Tel: 03 5159 6422
Email: info@brandycreek.net Email: casbak@bigpond.com Email: info@cilantro.com.au Email: info@crystalcreekresort.com.au
Web: www.brandycreek.net Web: www.casbakbuilding.com.au Web: www.cilantro.com.au Web: www.crystalcreekresort.com.au
CASTRAN REAL ESTATE CHRISTIAN’S 4WD TAXIS CURRAWONG LODGE DICKENS REAL ESTATE
Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive
Australia’s original and largest Alpine agency. Christian’s 4WD Taxis Currawong Lodge features a spacious lounge Dickens Real Estate are proud and excited to
Offices at Dinner Plain, Mt Hotham and South For personalised transport to Mt Hotham and with a magnificent fireplace, 10 person spa and have a permanent office in the heart of Dinner
Yarra. ESTABLISHED 1984. Dinner Plain. games / TV room. Plain. Feel free to call or call in to discuss all of
Perfect for families to unwind and share their your real estate needs.
alpine experiences.
Tel: 03 9829 9911 Tel: 1300 722 191 Tel: 03 5159 6452 Tel: 03 5159 6332
Email: castran@castran.com.au Email: hotham@christiansbus.com.au Email: currawonglodge@bigpond.com Email: dinnerplain@dickens.com.au
Web: www.castran.com.au Web: www.christiansbus.com.au Web: www.currawonglodge.com.au Web: www.dickens.com.au
32 33DIESEL & MOTOR MECHANIC DINNER PLAIN CARPET CARE DINNER PLAIN MAINTENANCE DINNER PLAIN SELF STORAGE
Dinner Plain Big Muster Drive Cattlepen Drive
Diesel and mechanical servicing for cars, buses Providing a thorough and professional carpet Servicing Mt Hotham and Dinner Plain all year New for 2007. Opening seven days from 9am-
and trucks. Miscellaneous assistance for broken cleaning service across the Alpine Region. round. 5pm. Clients will be able to drive into complex
snow chains, flat batteries and more. We offer cleaning services that include: Quality firewood, red/yellow box and other to access their secure compartment with privacy
• Post tenancy property • Offices & commercial species. Snow clearing. Contract Cleaning. whilst being sheltered from the weather.
• Hotel rooms • Homes • Restaurants Property Painting and Maintenance. Chimney
• Vehicle interiors. Sweep
Call today for a free quote.
Tel: Peter Canning Tel: 0408 380 122 or 03 5159 6464 Tel: 03 5159 6663 Tel: 1300 780 559
0427 004 491 Email: elizabethh@bigpond.com.au Email: info@dpmaintenance.com.au Email: info@dinnerplainselfstorage.com.au
Web: www.dpmaintenance.com.au Web: www.dinnerplainselfstorage.com.au
DINNER PLAIN CENTRAL DINNER PLAIN HOTEL DINNER PLAIN SERVICES DINNER PLAIN VISITOR
RESERVATIONS Big Muster Drive INFORMATION CENTRE
Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive
We offer an extensive range of holiday The first commercial establishment in Dinner Provides snow clearing of driveways and removal Our team has expert knowledge of our village
accommodation types, from exclusive fully Plain. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days per week. of excess commercial or residential rubbish. and surrounding areas. We can provide assistance
self-contained apartments, cabins and houses Magnificent open fires, great coffee and fine food. Backhoe, excavator and front end loader hire with a range of exciting activities and find you
to motels and B&B’s. We can help you arrange a Kids welcome. also available. accommodation to best suit your requirements.
fantastic holiday in the Alpine High Country.
Tel: 1800 670 019 Tel: 03 5159 6462 Tel: 03 5159 6471 Tel: 1300 73 43 65
Email: info@dinnerplain.com Email: info@dinnerplainhotel.com.au Email: gmpeters@dodo.com.au Email: info@dinnerplain.com
Web: www.dinnerplain.com Web: www.dinnerplainhotel.com.au Web: www.dinnerplain.com
34 35DP CENTRAL CONFERENCES HIGH PLAINS BAR AND MOLONY’S - PIZZA AND BAR MYABI HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY
Big Muster Drive RESTAURANT Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive
Big Muster Drive
Ideal for corporate retreats, small meetings, A friendly bar and relaxed restaurant with top With a fresh new approach to a classic dining Myabi is a stunning boutique hairdressing salon
conferences, product launches and incentives. cuisine. Sit back with a drink around the open experience, let the vivacious young team at situated beside the DP spa, in DP central.
Packages available including accommodation, spa fireplaces at the popular Cobungra Bar and the new Molony’s Pizza and Bar spoil you this Exclusive Aveda services and organic aftercare
treatments and breakout options. Full AV and Restaurant. Also available for small conferences, season. Top class bar with sensational pizza, tapas products. With the natural beauty of flower and
catering facilities. meetings and other catering requirements. and more, and a diverse selection of local and plant essences we will enhance your beauty for
imported wines. Open 3pm until late, 7 days. any ocasion. Also available for weddings all year
round.
Tel: 03 5150 8800 Tel: 0413 708 401 Tel: 03 5159 6620 Tel: 03 5150 8805
Email: info@onsen.com.au Email: camandjanette@bigpond.com Email: molonysdp@hotmail.com Email: myabi@bigpond.net.au
Web: www.onsen.com.au Web: www.highplainslodge.com.au Web: www.molonysdp.com Web: www.myabi.com.au
HIGH PLAINS LODGE STUDIO HOYS DINNER PLAIN SKI SHOP ONSEN RETREAT AND SPA ON THE RISE
APARTMENTS Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive Dinner Plain and surrounds
Big Muster Drive
Enjoy the ambience of the high country in Dedicated to high quality equipment and Onsen Spa offers a complete wellness ‘On The Rise’ will organise a fishing trip tailored
one of our spacious and well equipped studio individual service specialising in all snow hire experience for individuals or groups of relaxing to suit you.
apartments, sleeping up to four people. needs for families and groups. Hoys offer a and therapeutic treatments, fitness, wellness • Half / full / multi days
Open all year round. new range of cross-country ski equipment and programs, memberships and the simple • Tackle / waders / flies / transport supplied
snowshoes. A snow chain service is available. experience of the “soak”. • Fully catered
• Novice to experienced
• Local knowledge
Tel: 03 5159 6696 or 1800 444 066 Tel: 03 5159 6339 Tel: 03 5150 8880 Tel: 03 5159 1636 or 0428 505 871
Email: info@highplainslodge.com.au Email: lizhoy@hoysskis.com.au Email: info@onsen.com.au Email: katieandjosh@bigpond.com
Web: www.highplainslodge.com.au Web: www.hoysskis.com.au Web: www.onsen.com.au
36 37PINNACLE DP R & R VAN HEEK PTY LTD SNOWGUMS TENNIS COURTS THE RETREAT @ MICHAEL’S
Big Muster Drive Cattlepen Drive Big Muster Drive Drovers Lane
A specialised boutique retail and hire store Builders of the Finest Villas & Retreats. It’s exhilarating and fun to play tennis at this A boutique alpine guesthouse in the heart
catering to all your shopping needs. A great range Van Heek Builders are Australia’s pre-eminent altitude! Have a hit with a friend any day of Dinner Plain. Beautiful surroundings, great
of fashion wear as well as a full range of outer award winning alpine builders. Our projects are - providing there’s no snow on the courts, of company, fabulous food and personalised service.
wear. designed around your lifestyle & requirements. course! Bookings are essential. Forgot your gear? What are you waiting for?
• Residential • Commercial • Industrial Design We can supply racquets and balls for a small fee.
& Construct • Special Projects • Project
Management & Procurement
Tel: 03 5159 6450 Tel: 03 5159 6456 Tel: 03 5159 6696 Tel: 03 5159 6679
Web: www.hotham.com.au Email: vanheek_builders@bigpond.com Email: info@accommdinnerplain.com.au Email: michael@michaelsdinnerplain.com
Web: www.vanheek.com.au Web: www.accommdinnerplain.com.au Web: www.michaelsdinnerplain.com
RAY GROUP REEF VISIONS TSUBO BAR AND RESTAURANT
Big Muster Drive Big Muster Drive
Ray Group are Queensland-based development Reef Visions offers a full range of services Tsubo Bar and Restaurant, modern Australian
specialists working with the owners of the Mt including Web Site Design, Multimedia style with a Japanese influence. Open for Dinner
Hotham Ski Company to develop land in Dinner Development, Photography and Computer 7 days. Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Après ski
Plain. Vacant Lots for sale along with House and Services. drinks and snacks at the bar from 4-6pm.
Land Packages. Call in to view our spectacular
display home.
Tel: 1800 264 645 Tel: 0428 325 242 Tel: 03 5150 8808
Email: info@newhotham.com.au Email: info@reefvisions.com Email: tsubodp@yahoo.com.au
Web: www.dpvillagehotham.com.au Web: www.reefvisions.com
38 39Dinner Plain - Mt Hotham
Free* Shuttle Bus
2007 Timetable
High Season
(1 July - 2 September) Low Season
(9 June - 30June)
Departure Times (3 September - 30 September)
Dinner Plain Hotham Village
(Forecourt) (RMB & Big D) Departure Times
Dinner Plain Hotham Village
7:30 (Forecourt) (RMB & Big D)
7:50 8:10 7:30 8.10
8:10 8:30 8.50 9.30
8.30 8.50 10.10 10.50
8.50 9.10 11.50 12.30
9.10 9.30 14.10 14.50
9.30 9.50 15.30 16.10
10.30 10.10 16.50 17.30
11.30 11.10
Resort Entry Fees
12.30 12.10 *Resort entry fees are payable on
journeys into Mt Hotham.
13.30 13.10
Adult $10.00 per day
14.30 14.10
Child^ $ 6.00 per day
14.50 15.10
^Age 6 - 15yrs. Free 5yrs and under.
Season passes available from the
15.10 15.30 RMB - Mt Hotham.
15.30 15.50 CRB Hut GREAT AL
PINE RO
AD
15.50 16.10 ORITES
Tennis Courts Water Tower
DP Hut
16.10 16.30 T3
PIGTAIL
DINNER
16.30 16.50 PLAIN COBUNGRA
PLATTER
T2
16.50 17.10 Scrubbers End
17.10 17.30
www.visitdinnerplain.com
T1
= Bus Stop
17.30 17.50 Adverse weather/road conditions may
affect timetable.
Departures from T1 Cuff n Collar Lane
18.10 & T2 Halter Lane are approximately
5 mins before the scheduled departure
at T3 Forecourt.
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