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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty
alpinehighcountry.com
THIS WEEK
PRICELESS WINTER EDITION FIFTEEN FRIDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 2018
Beautiful Air - Beautiful Resort!
• Top: D-man gets air in the rebirthed Summit Masters. Pic – Sabrina @ Topshots.
• Left: The kids have loved the fresh snow this season. Pic - Tim @ Topshots. • Right: The heli experience is unforgetable. Pic - Mike @ Topshots.
FROM THE CEO
Kicking the Tyres (or tires) that little bit longer, the experience cheaper
and the snow more abundant more often.
border. The sun was out, people were
slapping on sun block and enjoying
G
etting out from behind the desk But in totality, when looking at the entire amazing spring conditions and the lift
and experiencing the product is a
critical part of any job. In my role, 2017 GRAVITY ENDURO NATIONAL SER
offering and the experience, having snow in
Australia and the resorts is majestical (NZ
queues, whilst lengthy (not here at Falls
Creek – gratuitous plug no. 3) were
I’d say it’s vital. Unfortunately, it doesn’t pun intended – reference “Hunt for the cheerful and at times quite humorous.
happen as much as I’d like it to (particularly Round One - Falls Creek
Wilderpeople”). Round One of the GE National Series
Kicking the tyres
thisalways provides great
T
will be staged weekend, beginning
the skiing bit… yes really!). he National
In the most recent ofGravity EndurotoSeries
years, thanks perspective to sessions
appreciate a few key Friday.
points
with practice from 11am
Nonetheless, last weekend, off the back near record snowfalls, the offerseries
acts as the qualifying for the
has been of difference that Falls Creek has
During the course of the weekend, several to offer.
Enduro World Series.
outstanding, and visitation demonstrates See mention Note,
of the National Interschools at Perisher, I
in the article of the the notwill
trails so be
subtle plugs
closed finish now,
to general riders
ventured over to join my family and took that you, our with
guests,BenareMcIlroy.
enjoying it in and blatant
although promotion
Blue begins…
Dirt will have shuttles running
the opportunity to ‘mystery’ shop. Mountain Bike Australia
droves. We are welcoming in more
conjunction
and morewith on Friday from 11am
Falls Creek Resort The Falls Creek villagetois6pm and question
without again on
people, many firstManagement
timers and new are pleased
snow Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Cost is $50 per
Whilst being quite familiar with the to present Round One of theseekers
2017 Gravity unbeatable in terms of the atmosphere
play and snow experience who like day or $90 for 2 days. Go to www.bluedirt.
competition in Victoria, my ‘North of the Enduro it creates, and when under snow, is the
those ofNational Series.–The
us – diehards willseries is Australia
get bitten by com.au to book. On Sunday the trails will
border’ knowledge is limited in terms of widebug
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experiencing what is on offer. I mean, with Forest ACT in May. Round Three will be at stunning and open
progressively all trails leaddifferent
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their feet and hurtle themselves down a hill.
such a great product offering here, why would Balingup WA in June; Round Four will go to village food and
of the event beverage offer
are completed. are second
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exceptional.
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of mountain biking up a little,
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Visitor Information Centre Accommodation
Child Care – Hours & Rates
QT Hotel Falls Creek
Rates
Apartment style luxury rooms, Pool & Jacuzzi, Sauna &
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Falls Lodge
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at the base365ofdays a year. Self
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Comet accommodation
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$17 bookingsReturn and functions.
$23
Ph: 03 5732 8000 Wb: www.qtfallscreek.com.au Slalom
corner of Slalom Street and Bogong High Plains Road. p/p p/n
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Snowski Apartments Free
Memberships. Altitude
Hours & Rates Apartments Self contained
Luggage accommodation open all year round with
Allowance Sh
Ph: 03 5758 1202. (Map Ref: E4) Spacious fully self-contained
8:30am accommodation open
$85 all on-site
Two management.
pieces of luggage,Located
one pairinoftheskisVillage
& bootsBowl.
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Morning: – 12:30pm
Ph: 5758 3356, or visit
and www.snowskiapartments.com.au
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year round. Bike storage
Afternoon: and free
1:30pm – 5pmwi-fi. On site$60
bar & snowboard & boots one piece of hand luggage per
For all
Resort Entry Fullrestaurant
Day: - Be Foodstore. person.
Resort Entry is located at Howman’s Gap, approx. 4km
8:30am – 5pm $130 Summit Ridge Lodge St Fall
Ph: 03 are
Bookings 5758 3811 Wb:
strongly www.altitudefallscreek.com.au
recommended as places are limited. Excess
Open for Luggage:
comfortable bed $7&per item. accommodation.
breakfast
before reaching Falls Creek. Day and Night Passes are
at $54 on arrival per day, (or $49.50 on line). If arriving Make your booking at: www.fallscreek.com.au/childcare.
Attunga Lodge Fully licensed.
Ticket Sales Schuss Street. Ph: 03&5758
– On Mountain 3800.
On Line Ch
From 28.06.18 until 10.09.18 all visitors will be required to Falls C
after 5pm and departing prior to midnight on the same Accommodation
Open for comfortable bed &Transfer Service
breakfast accommodation. Viking Lodge in Slal
Fully licensed. use the Accommodation Transfer allService. Visitor vehicles
day, entry is free. Visitors over 65 years of age receive Operating from theArlberg Street,
Terminal Ph: 03
Building on 5758 3255. High
the Bogong Self-catering
will
accommodation, rooms with en suites. to chil
a discount. Plains Onnotsitebemanager
permitted
andinto the village
secure during this
bike storage and period.
workshop.
Season Passes are available at $525 (or $450 on line). Cedarwood Apartments
Road, the Accommodatin Transfer Service will
Free Wi-Fi.
Falls CreekPh. 03 5758 3247.
Resort Management
fully q
move you,
Fully selfyour family apartment
contained and your luggage comfortably
accommodation to
Schuss rebate
An ‘All Resorts’ permit, valid at all Victorian Snow
Resorts is available for $740.00 Enquire at Visitor
your lodge or apartment.
Street Ph: 5758 3393. Dining & Bar
General Enquiries: Ph: 03 5758 1200 visit w
Information desk.
Hours of Operation
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& Sat: Country
8am – 10pmClub
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Resort Entry Fees fund essential services of: Fully self contained accommodation from $135 /dbl/night. Open for dining and drinks from 9am 7 days during Easter, Upsta
Friday: 8am – 12 midnight
• Ski patrol • Car Parking Ph: 5758 3391 or www.fallscreekcountryclub.com.au. then 5 days. In the Village Bowl. Ph: 03 5758 3222. Open
Sunday: 8am – 10pm
• Snow Clearing • Water Supply Bogong High Plains Road. Refer ad this edition. and pu
A Taxi Service is available in the Village during these
• Waste Management • Visitor Information Services Gebi’s
hours. Apartments
Ph: 03 5758 1203 Last Hoot Café
Fully self-contained comfortable apartments, located at
Open daily from 4pm for drinks & meals. Slalom Plaza.
2 the entrance to Falls Creek. Ph: 1800 Falls
45 35Creek
25. & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN
Ph: 03 5758 3088. Refer ad this edition.
Nelse Alpine Lodge
Stingray Restaurant @ QT
FROM THE CEO
A true defining feature however, are our The onus is then on all of us in resort, menu all day, so the options are extensive,
staff. The on-slope crew from the Falls or working across the mountain, in the but their take on some contemporary and
Creek Lift Co - the towies, green coats, park region or where ever there is a touch point not so contemporary dishes is a culinary
crew, operations, tickets and instructors; or connected to Falls Creek to do all that we delight, with a big emphasis on local
the transport and visitor information crews, can to reward that loyalty with continued ingredients. At my session, fellow diners
the hospitality teams – you name it… great experiences. If we haven’t, then let highly recommended the Trout Platter,
they represent our resort brilliantly – with us know, we are always striving to exceed the Smoked Beef Short Rib Burger, the
a smile, a “hello” or a “how’s your day?”, expectations. pasta (which was a ragout and delightfully
always remembering that whilst it may rich)… so drop on in and enjoy.
Now, speaking of great experiences, the
be the back end of the season, it’s YOUR
Summit Masters was reinstituted and the Now, finish reading ‘This Week,’ then get
holiday and we, the resort staff, are all vital
legacy reborn last weekend. Kudos Falls out there and hit the spring corn… I might
in ensuring it’s the best it can be.
Creek Lift Co, and to all who participated. even see you out there. •
This interaction makes a HUGE Memories of champions past were heralded,
Stuart Smythe, CEO
difference! The little things, or a series but the next generation stood up too. The
of them creates an experience and that future looks very bright! Falls Creek Resort Management
experience embeds memories and those
Hungry? - here’s Foodie Tip of the Week:
memories develop a connection, that
Huski Kitchen– lunch at Huski is always
connection creates goodwill and that
a good bet. Not only is breakfast on the
goodwill builds into loyalty.
Service & Demo Centre
SEPTEMBER SALE! 20% OFF
FREE MULCH everything in the store!!!
Mount Beauty Transfer Station • Expert Master Boot Fitters on site to fit you up!
Come along and make the most of free loading
service of FREE mulch! • Open Daily: 8am – 6pm.
10am – 2pm on: • Free Pick-Up & Delivery for all ski and snowboard rental!
• Saturday, 15 September and
• Saturday 22 September In the Village Bowl at the Falls Creek Hotel Map (Ref: M2) Ph: 03 5758 3819
Maddison’s Lane, Mount Beauty
The mulch consists of vegetation that has
been disposed of by others, so Council has no
control over its contents. For this reason you
will be asked to sign a disclaimer and then we
Be part of the team!
will assist you to load as much as you need – As a member of the Falls Creek Race Club,
young members can...
Race Club
FREE!
Mulch is always available for free for • Learn life skills in a wonderful rewarding environment. Great
self-loading. • Make friends for life – with opportunities to travel the world.
• Learn to ski and board in a family friendly surroundings.
opportunities
Trading hours, locations and contact details
Programs from primary to late teens – including tertiary tuition exist at
are available at www.alpineshire.vic.gov.au
> Council Services > Waste and Recycling > for full-time athletes. Falls Creek
Recycling > Mulch. ‘An integral part of Falls Creek and its history!’ Race Club
For more information call 03 5755 0555. Wb: www.fallscreekraceclub.com.au Em: ski@fcrc.com.au
Adventure your way with Falls Creek Snowsports School!
Our Falls Creek Snowsports School offers an extensive variety of ski and snowboard programs, catering to children and adults of all abilities.
We’re here to drive your passion for snowsports, develop your skills and get the most out of your on-snow experience!
Paw Patrol Snowclub (3-5 years) purpose built programs that cater to teenagers. Specialised skills developing in no time! Lessons are available for adults
Full & Half day programs – see your child’s love of skiing lessons include constant supervision, full day lessons, all-day and children and commence at 10:30am and 1:30pm daily.
grow as their skills progress! Specialised lessons include lift access, delicious lunchtime meals and progress cards. Private Lessons
professional full-time staff, half or full day lessons, delicious Full day: 9:45am – 2:50pm For the ultimate in personalised instruction, you can’t go past
lunchtime meals, progress cards and the chance to meet the Registration from 9:45am, with lessons commencing at a private lesson. Receive expert, individualised instruction in
Paw Patrol puppies! 10:00am. a session specially designed to cater to your individual needs
• Full day: 9:15am – 2:50pm. and preferences. Advance bookings are essential, so get in
Adult Programs (18+)
• Half day: 9:15am – 12:50pm. quick! For all advance lesson bookings and enquiries, please
Develop your skiing or snowboarding skills in our group
• PM lesson only: 1:15pm – 2:50pm. email snowsports@fallscreek.net.
lessons specifically designed to cater for adults of all ability
Registration from 9:15am and 1:15pm, with lessons
levels. Booking Details
commencing at 10:00am and 1:30pm.
The AM Group Lesson features extended sessions and is Save time on arrival and pre-book any of our group programs*
Spongebob Squarepants Junior Workshop (6 – 12 years) available daily from 10:30am – 12:50pm. online at our Falls Creek E-store: https://shop.skifalls.com.au,
Full day programs – book your child in for a full day of or let us guide you through your choices at any resort ticket
The PM Super Session guarantees a maximum of five
adventure and watch as they learn to master skiing or office, rental store, or the Snowsports School Office in Cloud 9.
participants and is available daily from 1:30pm – 2:50pm.
snowboarding! Specialised lessons include constant
Enquire about our number of speciality programs, including For any enquiries, please contact us at (03) 5758 1000.
supervision, full day lessons, all-day lift access, delicious
lunchtime meals and progress cards. Coffee Club and our Mim Sodergren Women’s Program! ‘All trails lead you home at Falls Creek!’
Full day: 9:45am – 2:50pm
Registration from 9:45am, with lessons commencing at Brand new to Snowsports?
10:00am. If you have never skied or snowboarded before, the Falls
Creek Learn to Ski or Learn to Board lessons are for you.
TMNT Ride Tribe (13 – 17 years) With a group lesson in either the morning or afternoon, plus
Full day programs – book your child in for a full day of exclusive all-day access to the Halley’s Comet, Mousetrap,
*Learn to Ski, Learn to Board and Coffee Club cannot be
inspiration as they engage with exciting and challenging Boardwalk and Drover’s Chair beginner lifts, you will find your
booked online.
Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN 3
DISABELD WINTERSPORT AUSTRALIA
Women’s Camp Meanwhile Katie, who was with Jeff and
Hans was progressing well in her sit ski.
T
he DWA Women’s Camp was an Amanda had also started off on Saturday in
outstanding success last weekend, a sit ski and then decided that this was not
September 7-9. There was a mixture for her. Braving the fact of having a prior
of Sit Ski, Skiers and the utilisation of injuries Amanda took to the slopes and
a stand-up ski slider, plus laughter, fun, progressed from Mouse Trap to Drovers on
challenges and excitement - what more Sunday. Following her DWA Guides Katie
could you ask for? The Camp started with a and Siobhan, Amanda was able to link
mixture of women who had been with DWA several turns and complete basic Christie
in the past and others who had been on turns allowing her to match the skis parallel
camps earlier this year. All had the common after each turn. Not to be deterred by a fall
goal of wanting to enjoy the company, have that winded her, Amanda still got back up
a great time and achieve their personal best and continued down the run. Well done
- and that they did. As usual with DWA, the Amanda what a great effort.
day progresses and events that unfold are
never what is expected. The fun continued Sunday for Simone with DWA Guides Jane Costello and Corinne Nolte with
DWA guides Jane and Corinne on the snow Simone Robson zooming down Wombats on the Snow
With a combination of DWA guides and slider. After practicing on Saturday sliding Slider and the milk crate to be used as a seat for a
snowsports school instructors Tim and down Mouse Trap it was time to have a slide well-earned rest down the run. Pic – Top Shots
Erik, Stephanie and Katie were ripping down Wombats. For the uninitiated a Snow
up and down Drovers rollers and Ruined slider is a steerable stand-up ski device that where the DWA guides brought along their
Castle on Saturday and Sunday. The smile has vertical twist of the cuff, forearm angle own seat (orange crate) for Simone to rest.
on Stephanie’s face never disappeared. and speed control by tether adjustments Getting on and off a lift is also a timed
for the Instructor or Guide. The Wombats operation but one the worked perfectly for
run being a long run also included a rest Simone, Kane and Corrine on the Halley’s
Comet lift, something to see and be amazed
at how it all works.
3pm - 5:30pm
It was a great weekend for the Women’s
camp congratulations to all participants and
maybe next year it will be a weekly camp
with planned events and improvements for
all. Let’s wait and see.
If you would like to know more about
DWA or get involved, visit the website at:
www.disabledwintersport.com.au. •
Ken Payne
Driving Tip
Clear all the snow off your vehicle
before you drive down the hill!
4 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN
FROM THE GM
Pretty Darn Good! mark for the first time early August – 2018
was one of only four other seasons in the
W
ith less than four weeks until the last 31 years to have two metres of snow
close of season 2018, I’ve been at that time in the season! We’ve already
taking some time to reflect on exceed last year’s ski in ski out record with
the last 13 weeks and wanted share with 88 days so far (2017 was 82 days in total),
you some of my highlights. and our village roads are still covered with
snow today!
Now nearly through my second season as
General Manager of the Ski Lift company, Nickelodeon came to play with delivering
everyone said at the end of last season ‘don’t an exclusive southern hemisphere snow
expect every season to be like this’ as we experience; we hosted the Snowsports
exceeded the magical two metre mark, and Industry Australia’s on-snow demos where
made the call to extend the season for an we saw some of the best brands in the
additional week. industry showcasing their 2019 products
and who could forget when the Today
This season we started with grass on Show did their weekend broadcast from our
the ground and calls for snow dancing Yup, to top off a great season, it’s ‘Hero Pass’ Saturdays
fabulous village! Such a buzz! until the end of the season. Pic – Courtesy FCSL
everywhere before Mother Nature came to
the party and by the 15th June we had lifts With the countdown on to the end of the
turning and the village was full ski in ski out. season, 2018 is certainly shaping up as
one for the record books again – and as
It was a quick ramp up with favourable we enter our early bird season pass sales
snow falls, excellent snow making and lots period, guests are showing their love for
of hard work, Summit opened on the 16th, Falls Creek with early commitments to next
Drovers on the 17th, including our smaller year! My team will be painting the village
terrain park and by 22nd, we opened Eagle purple every Saturday until the end of the
Express, Ruined Castle and Scotts, just in
J.B.’S
season as we celebrate ‘Super HERO PASS
time for the weekend! We had 90% of our Saturdays’ keeping energy high right until
terrain open for school holidays and by
July 10th International was turning, and it
the end!
RESTAURANT
hasn’t stopped turning since, 63 days and Be sure to get yourselves out early and enjoy RENOWNED FOR SWISS FONDUES
these fabulous Spring Skiing conditions. Renowned for Swiss fondues and Czech -
counting! Bohemian - German food!
Warm regards. • Fondue Specials – every Wednesday
The early lift openings off the back of JB's extensive menu is available every day!
a stellar season 2017 has meant that Sharon Raguse, GM
PUBLIC BAR: 12noon – 2:30pm and 4:30pm to Close!
consumer confidence is high and season to Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L Dinner: 5:30pm – 9pm
date there’s been an additional 10% more
skiers and boarders experiencing all that 9 PARALLEL ST Ph: 03 5758 3278
Map Ref: H2
Falls Creek has to offer than last year, huge
growth numbers off a big spike last year. Spring Safety Tip
We’ve had more new skiers and boarders Make sure to take plenty of
visiting our resort, more lessons taken than sunscreen & lip balm.
last year, and when we hit the two metre
A true mountain lodge
dining experience!
SPECIALS
AVAILABLE ALL SEASON
Full a la carte menu with vegetarian,
gluten free and children’s options.
Book your ‘End of Season’ Party Now!
We are open from 7am to 11pm.
Bookings: 03 5758 3673
BREAKFAST $14
The biggest and the best Bacon& Egg Toastie with coffee
From 7am to 11am. Full breakfast menu also available.
EXPRESS LUNCH $20
Daily special available from 11:30am
Full a la carte menu also available Try our Degustation Menu…
9 Course w matching wines - $175 per head!
Closed for Private Functions
EARLY BIRD DINNER KIDS $18.50 ADULTS $25 Tuesday 18th & Wednesday 19th September
Daily special available from 4:30pm to 6:15pm.
Finalist: Best Restaurant 2017 Contemporary
Full a la carte menu also available
Australian – Victorian Regional –
Restaurant & Catering Awards.
Schuss Street, Falls Creek Map Ref: K3
Ph: 03 5758 3800.
Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN 5
THE MCKAYOS
A Curious Event
M
cKayos is a curious event for an
Australian ‘ski resort.’ Mountain
bikes and snow are typically
separate beasts so the concept to combine
the two in a hybrid mountain bike race on
snow is a unique idea to say the least. On
October 6, 2018 – the final weekend of the
snow season, at least 150 riders will take to
the slopes of Falls Creek for the 4th, and
biggest, event in the format yet.
McKayos takes a simple concept – putting
a heap of riders on top of the highest
driveable point in the country (Mount The start of last years event beside ski patrol base on firm snow was a hoot.
McKay Summit) and setting them all off Pic – Courtesy of FCRM
in a mass-start race down the snowy peak.
22km away a finish line is set outside saw blue skies, sub zero temps and a freshly 2018 course from the same Ski Patrol Base
Bogong Jacks pub on the shores of beautiful groomed runway that could stand some hard starting point for this year’s event. Director
Lake Guy in Bogong Village. In-between is treatment without riders breaking through of marketing and Communications, Jo
a ski resort, national park, river crossing and the crust - it was almost poetic the way the Prothero, said the change was unavoidable
hydro power plant to get through on two planets aligned so perfectly. but worked for the best.
wheels and down 1209 metres of elevation. The main change seen in 2017, however, “It was a tough call to take McKay out of
The first two years of the event brought was a happy accident on the back of McKayos but ultimately we had to do it
mixed results (sunshine and slushy snow then unprecedented snow conditions. With too for the good of the race. In changing the
rain and slushy snow) but the event is riding much snow to take riders to Mt McKay, course we allowed for an earlier start time
on a massive high after perfect conditions Resort Management organisers were which is great to get a more frozen track,
in 2017 let the riders take off and race the presented with the issue of digging a 2m it also opens up racing on steep ski terrain
way it was all meant to be. Last year’s event trench for several kilometres or relocate that we’re otherwise unable to get to. Mt
the race from its traditional starting point. McKay will always be the spiritual home of
The race committee improvised and a new McKayos but the new course is definitely a
Our New Frying Pan… start line was set closer to home outside big improvement.”
• Rustic, industrial and chic.
the Ski Patrol base. With the new starting
McKayos 2018 is already the biggest
• Bar and grill in the heart of Falls point McKayos could now take in a course
the event has ever been and has already
Creek’s famous Village Bowl. through steep groomed ski terrain and enter
registered over 120 riders four weeks out
the village up high with nothing but gravity
• FRIDAY – $10 Cocktails! from the event. Anywhere from 150 to 200
to get there. Taking 2017’s success to heart,
competitors are expected to race which has
• SATURDAY - Country music comes to and in consideration of the 1.5m+ base
seasoned competitors raring to go. Two
Falls Creek - PLUS - Ridea mechanical expected, Resort Management have set the
bull with Danny PheganWINTER
& EDITION FOUR time competitor
FRIDAY 26TH JUNE 2015 and local mountain bike
Longreach on stage from 9pm. enthusiast, Eddie Wilson, said this year’s
An exciting new leisure
• SUNDAY - Closed for dinner AD PROOFexperience at the top
event is his most anticipated yet.
due to a private function. “The atmosphere on the start line is
of the mountain!
• MONDAY - $20 burger and beer special!
incredible, starting the race on snow really
... boasting a bistro, wood-fired gets the adrenaline pumping. To have so
• TUESDAY - Taco Tuesday & $10 Margaritas
pizza, waffle station, bar and café!
many competitors this year is going to add
Wood-fired Rotisserie, Deli and kitchen an extra level of intensity and make it pretty
• WEDNESDAY - Trivia with Sammy from 6pm. providing:
$1 chicken wings, $10 pints! • Café & Deli selections entertaining! There isn’t any other race like
• Bistro meals this in Australia, it’s definitely my favourite
• Wood Fire Pizza on the calendar.”
• Waffle delights
With just under four weeks until the event,
preparations are well under way, and resort
staff will soon commence the mammoth
task of clearing 1.5m of snow along the
LOCATED IN THE VILLAGE BOWL 4km Packhorse Trail.
AT THE BOTTOM OF SUMMIT
Ph: 03 5711 9109 Entries are open now at $99 for adults and
03 5711 9100 At the top of Halley’s Comet Chairlift $89 for juniors. For registrations and full
MAP REFERENCE O2 Open Daily: 8:30am to 5pm. details visit www.mckayos.com.au. •
6 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN
ART EXHIBITION
David Rosendale David’s work seeks graphical and
compositional harmony within the
D
avid is a Melbourne-based landscape. His artworks act as witness to
photographer. His work has been the evidences human activity leaves upon
featured by major domestic and it. He constantly wanders and explores the
international brands, and featured in roads less travelled to find the next window
prestigious publications and awards such on the world. Once a feel for a location
as the Australian National Photographic is established, through careful planning
Portrait Prize. Rosendale was the 2017 and intuition, he ensures he is present at
recipient of Falls Creek Artist in Residency precisely the right moment, to allow the
Grant, and works created during The environment to reveal something unique to
Fall made the semi-finals in the Moran him and to the resultant image.
Contemporary Photography Prize. This weekend, David is bringing his work to
David has recently held and exhibition Falls Creek. The exhibition will be held in
at the Fox Darkroom & Gallery in the Alpine Room at QT (next to Bazaar) on
Kensington, inner city Melbourne. Titled the Slalom Plaza Level.
‘The Fall 2017 – 2018’ the exhibition ran The Official Opening will take place
through the bulk of August. this Friday evening, September 14th at Your artist, David Rosendale.
David’s series ‘The Fall’ is an extensive 12 6pm and will run until about 8pm. The Pic – Courtesy the Artist
month photographic study of seasonal exhibition will then be open from 8am until
change and environment in the Alpine 8pm on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th
region of Falls Creek. It followed a 2016 September. Make sure you call in and take
exhibition of the same title which comprised the opportunity to appreciate some fantastic
imagery captured exclusively in minimalist portrayals of our wonderful landscape. Also
snow-covered landscape. In February 2017, check: www.davidrosendale.com.au. •
David was granted Artist in Residency at Welcome to Winter 2018!
Falls Creek, embarking on a project that
would document all four seasons and Now Open
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throughout a year-long cycle of change. From 10am
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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN 7CROSS COUNTRY NEWS
Nutritional Importance
T
his week I caught up with the
current Australian National Team
Nutritionist Sophie Stanwell. She
is completing her degree at University of
Canberra and has chosen to publish a thesis
on Cross Country Skiing. To do this she
has been working very closely with the
Australian Ski Team here at Falls Creek!
This last week the team has been staying at
FCRM Horseshoe apartments and skiing
for many many hours on the September
Training Camp.
TW: “Who are you and what do you do?”
Sophie: “I am an Accredited Sports
Dietitian and am currently studying the
nutrition habits of the Australian cross
country skiing team. I am enrolled in
Nutritional expertise for these highly tuned athletes is critical to their performance in extreme environmental
situations. Pic - Courtesy SdC
a research degree at the University of this research study. I have had to learn
Canberra and will be working with the everything from competition schedules, the
national team for this winter season.” different skiing techniques and of course
the nutrition requirements. Now back at
TW: “Why did you choose to do your
the AIS when I tell people about what I am
Honours on Cross Country Skiing?”
researching, it reminds me of what I used to
Sophie: “Cross country skiing is one of be like. Most people don’t really know what
highest energy demanding sports through it is, one person asked if we go out for a
training/competition alone. Adding few days and camp out on the snow, I said I
the complexity of training at altitude, think that is more like mountaineering.”
in extremely cold weather and long
TW: “Having now tried it, what is the
overseas stints competing makes for a
biggest surprise with the sport?”
very interesting athlete subject group. To
date there is no literature or description Sophie: “The fitness required to ski for
on what Australian cross country skiers even one hour shocked me when I first
do nutritionally to meet their training tried cross country skiing in June this year.
demands and remain healthy.” I am quite fit myself being a competitive
200m track runner and was completely out
TW: “What did you know about Cross
of breath after an hour on the trails. The
Country Skiing beforehand?”
amount of upper body work required also
Sophie: “Nothing! I have learnt the sport was a shock!”
from absolute scratch since beginning
TW: “What data analysis have you done
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the different training sessions. Hydration
monitoring and also the knowledge
and perspectives the athletes have about
nutrition for their training.”
TW: “After receiving this data, what is
the biggest area for improvement with the
skiers?”
Sophie: “Carbohydrate! It’s difficult to get
the amount required for the intensity and
volume of training they do.”
TW: “Now some info for the people:
what are your three main fuelling tips for
recreational skiers? Like going out for a
three hour ski - think 40-60yr old people?” Tom McMahon on his way to fifth place in the Birkebeiner.
Sophie: :I would suggest fuelling up with a Pic – Ken Bell
high carbohydrate meal about four hours
beforehand - this might be a small bowl of The AUSXC Season Launch the new 2018/19 National Team including the
porridge with some toast with honey/jam, Junior/U23/Continental Cup and World Cup
The biggest skiing party in the Southern
add some nuts or yogurt to your porridge if Teams and of course a cracking loud and silent
Hemisphere is going to be held on Friday
you get hungry out on the course quickly. auction to raise money towards the team.
the 12th of October in Melbourne at the
I would definitely recommend taking some More information on www.ausxc.com. Hope
Middle Park Bowls Club. Many of you
carbohydrate containing snacks with you. to see everyone there. Tickets are available at
would know that this event has traditionally
This could be a muesli bar, breakfast bar, skiandsnowboard.org.au/events/23756/ •
been held generously by the Montgomery
dried fruit, biscuits or some lollies. Fluids family, however the Middle Park Bowls Club
wise I would definitely be taking a fuel have offered their best services to the team The home of fabulous food…
belt with you full of water or sports drink and cannot wait to host everyone. It is the Specialty coffee, organic teas, super
if you don’t enjoy eating out on the trails. celebration of a fantastic season of racing down smoothies, shakes & fresh juices!
If you wake up the day of going skiing under as well as being the official launch for The region’s best craft beers on tap +
and you suspect you’re dehydrated or have the upcoming Northern Hemisphere Winter. extensive wine list & cocktail menu!
dark urine, have a 500ml drink of sports There will be entertainment, a presentation of Fuel up the mornings…
drink, hydrolyte or milk to rehydrate. Recharge the days…
After your ski, I would suggest something Relax the evenings…
that contains protein, fats and some Super convenient location at the
carbohydrate. This could be eggs on toast, base of Eagle Chair!
yogurt with fruit and nuts or a meat/cheese
and salad filled sandwich.” Open daily from 8am for breakfast, lunch
& all day eats & treats made with love!
TW: “Wow thanks Sophie for your time, Open late for dinner Thursday to Sunday night
how might one get in contact with you in “Be sure to pop in and sample local
the future?” goodness with super friendly service!”
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of the highly regarded ‘This Week’ newspaper!
My business is Eat Active Nutrition, you can Nelse Bar Open from 3:30pm daily.
find me on Facebook, Instagram or at Welcome!
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evening get-togethers and daily specials!
For reservations, call: 03 5758 3222
Restaurant open for bookings offering Located in the Village Bowl,
a well-priced hearty Winter cuisine. below Altitude Apartments. Map Ref: N2
feathertop
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Contemporary Australian Menu
Comprehensive Wine List Sunday: Carvery Roast Bed & Breakfast
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Bookings Recommended Monday: Ribs & Rump Full a la carte menu
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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN 9PICK MY PROJECT
It’s Time To Vote!!! In the Mount Beauty Falls Creek area there
are several projects – all very worthwhile.
P
ick My Project is a $30M online This paper has listed them for your
community grants program that consideration. Now, more importantly,
gives Victorians the chance to suggest because you are asked to vote for three
project ideas and then vote to decide which projects – please jump on line and vote.
ones are funded. Big Hill Bike Park
This is a Victorian-first community grants Team Mount Beauty has submitted a
initiative, with at least $1 million in funding proposal to upgrade the community
available in each metro and regional area. It facilities at the base of the Bill Hill
is the first program of its kind in Victoria, Mountain Bike Park. Our mountain bike Big Hill Mountain Bike Park is a unique facility
offering Victorians an opportunity to make park is an iconic location in the Upper in North East Victoria. Continued improvement is
their community an even better place to live. Kiewa Valley used by thousands of locals essential. Pic – Courtesy TMB
During the voting period, applicants will and tourists. It attracts riders, racers
(including annual National and State of the Kiewa River and Mount Bogong,
share their great idea with their networks and
cycling races and events), bushwalkers and providing easier access to the river for
encourage people to vote for their project.
music festivals. These race goers and events recreational and training activities. The area
Voting opened at 9am on Monday 13 bring valuable tourist dollars into Mount is surrounded by mountains and is one of
August 2018 and will close at 5pm this Beauty both directly and indirectly. See the the few available areas for a flat track. The
coming Monday 17 September 2018. Pick My Project site for further detail. • track is located very close to the Mount
Winning projects will be announced in Beauty and Tawonga South townships,
September 2018. Pebble Beach Track Extension making it easily accessible. The Community
This project would extend the current has been working to achieve this track
paved track from Pebble Beach a further over 10 years and it has recently been fully
0.9 kilometres making a round trip of 6 scoped. See the Pick My Project site for
kilometres. It opens up beautiful views further detail. •
Mount Beauty Music Festival
Your One-Stop
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of music arts and culture to the town,
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Drive to the Conditions indigenous music and traditional culture,
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Carry chains (for your drive wheels),
gloves (for your hands), mat (to kneel
on), torch (to see) and knowledge (to Falls Creek Alpine Association (Inc.)
know how and when to fit chains). We are a not-for-profit organisation
A Motoring Tip brought to you by: representing individuals, apartment owners,
Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre, club lodges and commercial operators on
Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty, alpine issues to FCRM and the Victorian
Ph: 5754 4261 government.
Visit www.fcaa.org.au to join and discover
the benefits.
FALLS CREEK MEDICAL SERVICES MOUNT BEAUTY
Bottom of Gully Chairlift. WHERE Tawonga Crescent.
Open Daily 10am – 12:30pm WHEN 8:30am – 5pm Mon – Friday
& 2pm – 5pm (Map Ref J6) 10am – 12noon Saturdays.
Ph: 03 5758 3238 all day. HOW Ph: 03 5754 3400 for appointments
24 hours for Emergencies.
General Practitioners experienced in WHO Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby
Family and Snow Sports Medicine. Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski,
Angela Stratton & Lauren Tanzen.
First fully accredited snowfields WHAT Fully accredited General Practice with
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on 33 years experience. Upper Kiewa Valley.
“You’ve only got one head – put a lid on it!”
10 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEENHard Waste Collection
F
alls Creek Resort Management will be
collecting hard waste on Wednesday
26th April - the day after ANZAC Day.
PICK MY PROJECT
installations, catering for the whole family, Please see of
Symphony ourLife
Hard Waste Collection
bringing visitors to the town to share our guidelines on the website, or if you require
Symphony of Lifeinformation,
any additional is a live theatre
please contact
beautiful valley. See the Pick My Project site
performance
the FCRMemploying
Office on comedy,
03 5758 pathos,
1200. •
for further detail. •
music and dance to portray the cancer
Falls Creek Public Art
Summer Debrief
journey. Starring acclaimed actor John
It hasSymphony
Wood, been a record yearisfor
of Life visitation this
a free
Falls Creek has always been an artist’s summer and Resort Management would
community event paying tribute to leading
haven, supporting artists’ camps,
cancer support group Brave Hearts on visitor
like to get your feedback on events,
exhibitions, comedy, film festivals and
thedemographic,
Murray. Produced mountain bikingBeauty,
in Mount and general
Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many e
the new community Museum. Following observations.
the play will tour six towns in North East Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw.
consultation in 2015, the Board adopted Therefore you are invited to join the
Victoria (Mount Beauty, Bright, Myrtleford,
an Arts Strategy in 2016 to build relevant Resort Management personnel A Life to Remember fo
Beechworth, Yackandandah and Wodonga).
community resilience in the face of climate to
Inand
eachother
townmembers of the
the cast will be community
joined on stagefor a A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place
change, which will substantially impact summer season debrief meeting. on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village sa
by a local “Symphony” choir, comprising of
our winters as early as the 2020’s. The This meeting will take place on While Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes To
local cancer sufferers and survivors.
Board’s community-based arts committee Wednesday 26th Aprilthemes
from 9:30am Vi
addressing major health the playtois a to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at
introduced an Artist-In-Residence Program around 11:30am in the Boardroom above 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s wi
celebration of life. See the Pick My Project
in summer 16-17 and is now keen to Foodworks in QT. enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some 10
site for further detail. •
commence work on the next big idea, If you have any specific agenda items, please wine and a light BBQ will be provided, 3r
a major public art commission in the How to http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au.
Vote Falls Creek’s Arts Program adds to the character of the
email but we ask that you bring other beverages C
village which will invigorate economic resort.
and also Artwork
a plate to visualisation
share. In the by @diorama.eu
case of wet
1.We look forward
Register to seeing you all there. •
at pickmyproject.vic.gov.au. Be
development in the region by attracting weather, a contingency plan will be in place. an
new green season visitation. See the Pick 2. Select your location to view projects 5.Friends
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welcomestifftocompetition in on
pass this invite an
My Project site for further detail. • within your local area. If you don’t live neighbouring communities so please
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within the Kiewa UKVRA
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The Rain Maker
The Rain Maker is an important arts BUSH
to support our project by choosing the ‘Out
of Area’ option. You will then be prompted
community
6.Something
Voting closes
funding
Trade Fair @ Falls Creek
of this
opportunities.
Monday, 17th
an institution since 1982, the
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and health production for youth suicide
prevention and youth mental health care. GOTHIC
to select projects within the local area.
3. To be eligible, you must vote for three
Trade Fair2018.
September @ Falls
• Creek is an opportunity de
The Rain Maker is designed to entertain Sunday 28th May 5pm
projects in total.
and educate youth audiences around a Mount Beauty Information Centre PHYSIOTHERAPY G
range of issues relating to youth mental 4. Enter your phone
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nibbles.
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Rain Maker portrays the struggles of two Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency
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free community event in Mount Beauty,
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Em
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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Winter 2018 Edition FIFTEEN 11AUSTRALIAN INTERSCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Our Talented Twelve
T
welve students from Falls Creek
Primary School travelled to Perisher
last week to compete in the Subaru
Australian Interschools Championships in
seven different disciplines.
The weather ranged from sweltering
sunshine to torrential rain, but all the
students put in their very best effort and
had a lot of fun, and there were also some
excellentWINTER
results. EDITION FIVE FRIDAY 8TH JULY 2016
AD PROOF
The GS and Boarder X were held on first
day with sunny conditions making the
snow quite slow. In the GS our boys team
finished 7th overall with Hamish Wilkinson
having the fastest time and taking out the
individual bronze medal. Girls’ teams of
Ella, Lily, Ammy and Issy also had a great Isabelle Bond, Ella Green and Ammy Thompson with medals from the cross country events.
result finishing in 8th place. In Boarder Pic – Helen Whittaker
X, Div 4 boys Alex, Madox and Ben all
had solid runs, with Alex finishing in 6th
the only Div 4 girl in the Skier X event, medal position. The girls continued their
place and the team finishing just out of the
and she finished in 18th place with boys’ excellent form in the relay, finishing in 2nd
medals in 4th. Jacinta Jansen also had an
team of Louie, Hamish and Alex finishing place again. Special mention goes to Lexie
excellent Boarder X result finishing in 9th
8th as a team. In the girls Moguls event Issy Grayling, who is only in Grade 2, but who
place overall.
Bond had the best result, finishing in 6th managed to complete the gruelling course
The second day was Skier X and Moguls. place on a steep and intimidating course. with a smile on her face and a fantastic
The forecast was for heavy rain, and it Team-mates Ella and Skye also had good attitude despite several falls (including one
arrived at lunchtime, just in time to make runs putting their team in 6th overall. Div when she was distracted by the crowd!).
a very soggy Moguls event. Ella Green was 4 boys, Louie, Hamish and Alex finished in
In the afternoon only three boys remained
5th as a team in a very strong field.
for the Board GS event. It was a tight
Snowmobile Tours The final day was the cross country events
in the morning and Board GS in the
course on soft snow, and our boys, Madox
Grayling, Alex Smythe and Ben Weir
1800 20 44 24 afternoon. We had two strong teams in the
cross country events and despite the warm
finished the event in champion style.
Madox pulled of a magnificent performance
conditions and very soft snow everyone put to take out the bronze medal, with Alex in
in a massive effort. In the mass-start there 6th place and Ben not far behind, but the
Drive were a few technical problems with skis best news of all came at final presentations
your own coming off and a massive stack just after the when the three boys found they had taken
today! start which saw two thirds of the field in a out the gold medal as a team!
giant pile of arms, legs and skis. Our Div
Overall our team finished in 5th place in
4 boys got tangled in the crash finishing
the primary school division. Many thanks
8th as a team, but Div 4 girls, Ella, Ammy
your family venue go to our fantastic group of parent helpers
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