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Flyer - 1989 Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski School Information
... 1989 Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski School Information...1989 Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski School Information...Falls Creek Ski... Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. This publication...On Cover: 1989 FALLS CREEK SKI LIFTS & SKI SCHOOL... Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. This publication ...Part of yearly marketing and information material promoting Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. This publication includes information about the Falls Creek Ski School and the Triple 'S' Principle of Safe, Simple and Stylish which was the underlying focus of its programs. For 1989 the Ski School programs encompassed class lessons, private lessons, Super Sessions, free assessments, Nastar, hire of the Nastar Course as well as a range of other activities.This item is important because it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine Resort.A small fold out flyer including images, safety information, a map and a table explaining the price structure for activities at Falls Creek in 1989.On Cover: 1989 FALLS CREEK SKI LIFTS & SKI SCHOOL INFORMATION falls creek marketing, falls creek ski, falls creek ski school -
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Photograph - Falls Creek Ski Patrol
... Falls Creek Ski Patrol...Falls Creek Ski Patrol...Falls Creek Ski Patrol...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy...Below image: Falls Creek Ski Patrol...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy ...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy with two casual ski patrollers Rob Sarroff and David Crooke in the 1960s. In 1972 the “official” Falls Creek Ski Patrol was created under the advisement of Dr Rodney Moss with the support of the Management Committee. By 1977 there were six or seven patrollers, and currently there are around 40 patrollers on the team with 13-14 rostered on each day during peak season. In 1974 the Australian Ski Patrol Association (ASPA) was formed. On the 14th March 1975, the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee applied for membership to ASPA. At that time, Falls Creek Ski Patrol was known as Falls Creek Ski Rescue. From that time, Falls Creek patrollers began wearing the recommended uniform of a white cross on a red parka.This photo is significant because it depicts members of Falls Creek Ski Patrol, a vital service in the Falls Creek Tourist Area.A framed coloured photo of a group of Ski Patrollers in front of the Medical Centre, Falls Creek.Below image: Falls Creek Ski Patrol 1977falls creek ski patrol, falls creek, services falls creek -
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Uniform - Falls Creek Ski Patrol
... Falls Creek Ski Patrol...Falls Creek Ski Patrol...Falls Creek Ski Patrol...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy...Falls Creek Ski Patrol jacket, pants, under sweater...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy ...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy with two casual ski patrollers Rob Sarroff and David Crooke in the 1960s. In 1972 the “official” Falls Creek Ski Patrol was created under the advisement of Dr Rodney Moss with the support of the Management Committee. By 1977 there were six or seven patrollers, and currently there are around 40 patrollers on the team with 13-14 rostered on each day during peak season. In 1974 the Australian Ski Patrol Association (ASPA) was formed. On the 14th March 1975, the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee applied for membership to ASPA. At that time, Falls Creek Ski Patrol was known as Falls Creek Ski Rescue. This item is significant because it is representative of a critical service at Falls Creek.Falls Creek Ski Patrol jacket, pants, under sweater and gloves from the early 1980s.falls creek ski patrol, safety falls creek, falls creek services -
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Sign - Falls Creek Ski Patrol
... Falls Creek Ski Patrol...Falls Creek Ski Patrol...Falls Creek Ski Patrol...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy...A variety of signs used by Falls Creek Ski Patrol to alert...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy ...The first ski patroller in Falls Creek was Brian Caddy with two casual ski patrollers Rob Sarroff and David Crooke in the 1960s. In 1972 the “official” Falls Creek Ski Patrol was created under the advisement of Dr Rodney Moss with the support of the Management Committee. By 1977 there were six or seven patrollers, and currently there are around 40 patrollers on the team with 13-14 rostered on each day during peak season. In 1974 the Australian Ski Patrol Association (ASPA) was formed. On the 14th March 1975, the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee applied for membership to ASPA. At that time, Falls Creek Ski Patrol was known as Falls Creek Ski Rescue. From that time, Falls Creek patrollers began wearing the recommended uniform of a white cross on a red parka.These signs are significant as they are representative of the work carried out by Falls Creek Ski Patrol to keep skiers safe.A variety of signs used by Falls Creek Ski Patrol to alert tourists to conditions on the mountains in the area.A range of words and symbols including:- AREA CLOSED CAUTION MOST DIFFICULT TRAILS MERGE - CAUTION CAUTION TRAIL STEEPENS AND NARROWS AHEAD SKI AREA BOUNDARY SKI PATROL OUT OF BOUNDS / AREA NOT PATROLLED / NO ACCESS TO SKI LIFTS / PROCEED AT OWN RISKfalls creek ski patrol, skiing safety -
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Booklet - Brochure - 1991 Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski School Information
... Brochure - 1991 Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski School...Brochure - 1991 Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski School...Falls Creek Ski Lifts... promoting Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays...A small folded brochure promoting the Falls Creek Ski Lifts... promoting Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays ...Part of a yearly marketing and information material promoting Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. This is a small fold out guide to ski lifts, tariffs, ski runs and a map of Falls Creek. It also includes basic safety instructions and a promotion for the Frying Pan Inn.This item is important because it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortA small folded brochure promoting the Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Ski Schoolwinter sport, falls creek marketing, falls creek ski lifts -
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Photograph - Ski Instructors Falls Creek Ski School
... Ski Instructors Falls Creek Ski School...Ski Instructors Falls Creek Ski School...Falls Creek Ski School.... She was employed at the Falls Creek Ski School in 1964... by the Falls Creek Ski School in 1964..... She was employed at the Falls Creek Ski School in 1964 ...In 1961 the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee determined that there should be only one approved Ski School in the Tourist Area. The franchise for 1961 was granted to Alpine Developments Pty. Ltd', which also had the franchise for Tow Bar operations. The Ski School headquarters were based at the canteen adjacent to the T-Bar drive station. The Management Committee also determined that "No person shall be permitted to give instruction in skiing for any money or material consideration without the prior approval of the Management Committee". The Alpine Developments franchise was extended for the 1963, 1964 & 1965 seasons. In August 1964, the Committee declared that it was satisfied with the present Ski School operated by Alpine Developments, and is most anxious to retain it at Fells Creek. They declared that they were particularly happy with the standard of teaching and control achieved by the School director, Mr. Siegfried Haberzettl, who was at the resort for his fifth year, and to whose leadership and direction the success of the School was largely due. The Committee therefore arranged to extend the franchise for a further three years after 1965, and thereafter the franchise was to be continuous on twelve months' notice of termination from either party. In the 1960s and 1970s, the majority of Ski Instructors were Austrian. Lorna Clarke was one of the first Australians to gain the highest Austrian qualification, the Staatlicher Bundessportheim. She was employed at the Falls Creek Ski School in 1964. In the 1980s there was a push for more Instructor training to take place in Australia to enable local instructors to gain higher qualifications without having to travel to Europe. During this period, George Pirmoser and later Brad Spalding were Ski School Directors and Bridgford was the still the owner of Alpine Developments (Holdings) Pty. Ltd. continued to push for training of Australian instructors. Brad Spalding took over as Ski School Director in 1986 and along with his partner, Melissa Landregger developed a wide range of programs including children’s and women’s programs, private lessons and multi-day clinics for which Falls Creek Ski School is renowned until the present.This image is significant because it depicts some of the early instructors at Falls Creek Ski School.A coloured photo of a group of instructors at Falls Creek Ski School. On left Siggy Haberzettl, on right Lorna Clark. Siggy (Sigi) Haberzettl was the Ski School Director in the 1960s and Lorna was the first Australian instructor to be employed by the Falls Creek Ski School in 1964.falls creek ski school, brad spalding, lorna clarke, siegfried haberzettl -
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Photograph - Presentation at Falls Creek Ski School 1959
... Presentation at Falls Creek Ski School 1959...Presentation at Falls Creek Ski School 1959...Falls Creek Ski School... the company “Falls Creek Ski Tows”. In 1956 Fred along with a group... at Falls Creek Ski school probably in 1959... the company “Falls Creek Ski Tows”. In 1956 Fred along with a group ...This photo is part of the Fred Griffith Photographic Collection documenting his time with the Australian Alpine Club and the formation of the Albury Ski Club. Frederick Charles “Fred” Griffith was born in Albury, NSW on 2 March 1910. Educated in Albury and Geelong Grammar. Beginning in 1927 he spent many years working first as a jackeroo and on a range of prominent pastoral and merino stud properties in NSW and Queensland. In 1935 he repurchased his former family property “Toonallook", Bowna, NSW and developed it to be the largest Romney Marsh stud in the world, exporting rams to Argentina. He introduced many innovative practices on his property including rabbit control measures and aerial crop dusting. He was an active member of the Albury Show Society and in 1949 established the Albury Sheep Show. Fred was also the Albury representative on the Graziers’ Association Council for over 30 years. He became a life member of both the Albury and Commercial Clubs. Fred’s greatest hobby was snow skiing. His first visit to the snow was to Kosciusko in 1919. The Albury Ski Club was formed in 1935 and Fred was an inaugural member. In 1949 they were granted a site at Falls Creek to build their own lodge. Fred guaranteed the Club for finance from the Bank of NSW. The first portion of the prefabricated building was constructed in Albury. It was transported to Falls Creek on the back of Fred’s truck and erected in one day. This was the bathroom section and the rest was completed in 1950. The original lodge was burned down in 1952 and a new one built the following year. In 1955, Fred also built the Bowna Lodge for his family in partnership with David Fairbairn. He became head of the North Eastern District Skiing Association (N.E.D.S.A.) and successfully applied to run the Australian Ski Championships. Fred also inaugurated children’s races at Falls Creek and ran them for about 20 years. He also formed the company “Falls Creek Ski Tows”. In 1956 Fred along with a group of key people selected the site for Thredbo Village. Fred and his brother sold Toonallook in sections between 1951 and 1974. He moved to Albury and set up as a landscape gardener and fencing contractor. After a serious work accident, Fred retired in 1985 and moved to Rosebud, Victoria where he died on 19 August 1992.This image depicts a presentation at the Falls Creek Ski School in its early years.Black and white photographs of a trophy presentation at Falls Creek Ski school probably in 1959bogong, falls creek, snow, snowfields, falls creek ski school -
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Photograph - Bernhardt Plohberger and Felix Soratroi near Falls Creek Ski School, 1955
... Bernhardt Plohberger and Felix Soratroi near Falls Creek...Bernhardt Plohberger and Felix Soratroi near Falls Creek...Falls Creek Ski School... the Ski School at Falls Creek in 1957 as well as the Frying Pan...A black and white image of two skiers near the Falls Creek... the Ski School at Falls Creek in 1957 as well as the Frying Pan ...Bernard Plohberger was one of the early ski instructors at Falls Creek. He was born in Austria on 14 January 1930. He was a ski instructor before he left Austria in 1955. He spent the winter of 1956 working as a ski instructor and during the summer Bernie worked as a chainman for the SEC Surveyor. He built the Ski School at Falls Creek in 1957 as well as the Frying Pan Inn. In 1960 the Frying Pan Inn was taken over by Bill Bridgford who had helped to finance its construction. Bernie married his wife Trudi in 1958 and their son Gerhard was born at the ski school in 1959, the first child born at Falls Creek. Both Trudi and Bernie worked for Bob Hymans for a period at Grand Coeur Chalet. After leaving Falls Creek, Bernie and Trudi moved to Canberra where Bernie took work on civil engineering projects such as the coal loader in Wollongong, the Vietnam memorial in Canberra, highway work on the Hume and Sugarloaf Dam in Victoria. Bernie Plohberger died on 18 May 2020. Felix Soratroi was also an Austrian Ski Instructor who was encouraged by Bernie to move to Falls Creek and work at the Ski School.This item is significant because it depicts early Ski Instructors at Falls Creek Ski School.A black and white image of two skiers near the Falls Creek Ski School.bernard plohberger, frying pan inn, falls creek ski school, felix soratroi -
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Book - Falls Creek Ski and Board School Instructors Handbook
... Falls Creek Ski and Board School Instructors Handbook...Falls Creek Ski and Board School Instructors Handbook...Falls Creek Ski and Board School... Creek Ski School in 1998 and 1999. They both have black text... as a basis of instruction at Falls Creek Ski School. Skiing Lessons ...These manuals were produced for use by instructors at the Falls Creek Ski and Board School in the late 1990s.A cloth bound booklet produced for instructors at Falls Creek Ski School in 1998 and 1999. They both have black text on the cover and contain 32 pages. The 1998 edition has a yellow cover and includes an image of a mountain view. The 1999 edition has a red cover.These manuals were produced for use by instructors at the Falls Creek Ski and Board School in the late 1990s.skiing lessons, falls creek ski and board school, ski instructor manuals -
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Magazine - Ski Falls Creek - The Ski Easy Resort
... Ski Falls Creek - The Ski Easy Resort...Ski Falls Creek - The Ski Easy Resort...A part of a yearly marketing magazine promoting Falls Creek...An A4 sized magazine titled "Ski Falls Creek - The Ski Easy... Creek 1985 The Ski Easy Resort Falls Creek Marketing Falls Creek ...A part of a yearly marketing magazine promoting Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. It includes 24 pages of detailed information and maps describing resort facilities, different runs and access to the snow. Available accommodation is explained with the inclusion of tariffs for 25 different venues in both lodges and apartments. Transport, ski hire, other village services and insurance and booking agents are also explained. The brochure was published by Victour.This item is important as it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortAn A4 sized magazine titled "Ski Falls Creek - The Ski Easy Resort". It consists of 24 pages of information and images.falls creek 1985, the ski easy resort, falls creek marketing, falls creek maps, falls creek activities -
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Booklet - 1991 Falls Creek Ski School
... 1991 Falls Creek Ski School...1991 Falls Creek Ski School...Falls Creek Ski School... Creek Ski School for 1991. It emphasises the "Triple S" way... Alpine Resort Falls Creek Marketing Falls Creek Ski School Ski ...An information booklet promoting programs at the Falls Creek Ski School for 1991. It emphasises the "Triple S" way of conducting lessons - Safe, Simple and Stylish". The different kinds of lessons and programs are clearly explained as well as the Ski School class levels. The booklet is endorsed by Qantas.This item is important because it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortA small booklet combining information and images printed on glossy paper.falls creek marketing, falls creek ski school, ski lessons, winter in falls creek -
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Badge - Falls Creek Ski School Race Club
... Falls Creek Ski School Race Club...Falls Creek Ski School Race Club... Falls Creek Ski School Race... are significant because they represent the Falls Creek Ski School ...The Falls Creek Race Club was started in the late 60's by Rodney Moss assisted by Bob Howe from Albury Ski Club and Geoff Henke from Moloney's. The club ran races on the summit every weekend and later started the training squad. Its aim is to promote all the skills of skiing and snowboarding and to improve the safety and enjoyment of the sport for all age groups. As an athlete's skills Improve so they can begin to train and race at Children's level races and move on to Junior and Senior levels, possibly aspiring to the Masters Circuit or State and National Teams. Hundreds of children have been involved over the past four decades and the program has produced a number of skiers who have been successful at national and international levels. Falls Creek has produced Olympians Ross and Malcolm Mine, Joanne Henke, Jenny Altermatt, Steven Lee in Alpine skiing. Dick Walpole and Chris Heberle in Cross Country, Britteny Cox, Paul and Adrian Costa in Freestyle Moguls. Many others have represented in National Teams at World Championship events.These badges are significant because they represent the Falls Creek Ski School and the Falls Creek Race Club which have nurtured many skiers, some of whom progressed to become representatives in international sporting events.Four red, white and blue badges. Three has an image of a skier in the centre, the other has an image of sun over a mountain Falls Creek Ski School Racefalls creek race club, falls creek olympians -
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Postcard - Falls Creek Ski Bowl, Victoria
... Falls Creek Ski Bowl, Victoria...Falls Creek Ski Bowl, Victoria...A colour image of skiers and buildings at Falls Creek Ski... and buildings at Falls Creek Ski Bowl. Falls Creek Ski Bowl, Victoria ...These photographs were taken in and around Falls Creek by Samuel Keith Pearce and printed for him as a foldout postcard by NuColor Vue. The postcards state they were printed for S. K. Pearce Pty. Ltd of Tawonga and Mount Beauty. Samuel Keith Pearce was born on 24 June 1917 in Armadale, Victoria. By the late 1940s he owned the Mt Beauty Supermarket, Newsagency, Drapery and Hardware store at Mount Beauty and also a store at Tawonga in partnership with his brother Gordon Cathew Pearce. For some time, they operated as Pearce Brothers. In the early 1960s Keith also opened a mini mart In Falls Creek. As well as being a keen photographer and an astute businessman, Keith Pearce was a well-known identity in the Kiewa Valley, making many contributions to the development of the area over a long period. This included serving as a member of the Bright Shire Council for many years. He worked hard to promote the interests of the Upper Kiewa Valley. As a sign of recognition and appreciation for his contribution to the community, the park opposite the grocery store in Mount Beauty was named the SK Pearce Gardens in his honour. Samuel Keith Pearce died on 7 July 1994 in Mount Beauty, Victoria.This collection of postcards and images is significant because they were commissioned by a highly successful businessman in Falls Creek, Victoria.A colour image of skiers and buildings at Falls Creek Ski Bowl.falls creek, falls creek chairlifts, poma lift falls creek -
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Document - This Week in Falls Creek - Ski Show Edition
... This Week in Falls Creek - Ski Show Edition...This Week in Falls Creek - Ski Show Edition... for the This Week in Falls Creek - Ski Show Edition information booklet. ... Creek - Ski Show Edition information booklet. This Week in Falls ...This booklet is part of the Falls Creek Marketing program. If provides explanation about the location of Falls Creek Village as well as detailed information related to travel, accommodation options and other facilities and services available.This item is important as it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortPaper booklet on cream page with blue print for the This Week in Falls Creek - Ski Show Edition information booklet. accommodation falls creek, falls creek marketing -
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Photograph - Falls Creek Ski School - Ladies Group, 1980s
... Falls Creek Ski School - Ladies Group...Falls Creek Ski School - Ladies Group...Falls Creek Ski School... 2024). Mike’s Men’s Ski Program at Falls Creek is also named... 2024). Mike’s Men’s Ski Program at Falls Creek is also named ...MIM SODERGREN and the WOMEN'S SKI PROGRAM The Women's Ski Program at Falls Creek and Thredbo was initiated in the mid 1980s. One of the most popular instructors involved in this program was Mim (Mariam) Sodergren. Mim developed innovative, specialized ski programs for women and children in both Australia and the United States. She and her husband Mike originated from Tahoma, California, USA. They spent 17 years of their lives without a summer, working as ski instructors in Lake Tahoe during the northern winters, and then they’d head off to Falls Creek and Thredbo in Australia. Mim and Mike Sodergren were both inspiring instructors at Falls Creek Snowsports School, dedicated to education and had a deep-seated passion for fostering an inclusive Snowsports community. Tragically Mim and Mike were among the 18 people killed 30 July 1977 in Thredbo, Australia, when a landslide tore through Thredbo’s ski resort village and demolished two staff lodges. In 1997 the Australian Professional Snowsport Instructors (APSI) established the Sodergren scholarships in memory of Mim and Mike. The Sodergren Scholarship recognises the rising potential of Snowsport instruction within Australian ski resorts and allows the recipients to further their professional development by providing all training free of charge for one season. The women’s program still operates at Falls Creek and is a "heartfelt tribute to the memory of Mim Sodergren, a beloved 1980s instructor and mentor who tragically lost her life in the Thredbo landslide in 1997. Designed by women, for women, and inspired by the enduring passion of Mim and her partner, Mike, who was also an instructor, this program is a wonderful opportunity to learn to ski in a friendly and supportive environment, just as Mim envisioned." (Falls Creek Website 2024). Mike’s Men’s Ski Program at Falls Creek is also named in honour of Mike Sodergren.These photos are significant because they commemorate an innovative ski instructor lost through the tragedy at Thredbo in 1997.Two colour photos showing groups of women participating in the Ladies' Group at Falls Creek in the 1980s, as well as a photo of Mim and Mike Sodergren. Image 1 Left to right: Leonie Docking, Carol Bartholomew, Mim Sodergren, Blanche Spargo, Jane Zagorski, Rosanne Osborn and Di Mashford Image 2 Left to right : Pat Smart, Blanche Spargo, Margaret Smith, Pam Mero, Iris Jones, Jennifer Reuter, Lee Lowther, Jane Zagorski, Mim Sodergren Image 3: Mim and Mike Sodergrenwomen's ski program, falls creek ski school, mim sodergren -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Letter - Falls Creek Ski School, 15.05.1961
... Falls Creek Ski School...Falls Creek Ski School... of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village... the successful applicant for the operation of the Falls Creek Ski School... of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village ...Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans die on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it documents developments made or endorsed by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee.A letter from the Management Committee announcing the successful applicant for the operation of the Falls Creek Ski School. The Franchise was awarded to Alpine Developments for the 1961 season, after which time it may be extended or readvertised based on the decision of the Management Committee. The Ski School. The approved location of the Ski School headquarters during the 1961 season was the canteen adjacent to the T-Bar drive station.bob hymans, falls creek tourist area management committee, falls creek garbage disposal -
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Magazine - Falls Creek Resort - Ski All Day
... Falls Creek Resort - Ski All Day...Falls Creek Resort - Ski All Day... Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. It includes 24...Magazine titled "Falls Creek Resort - Ski All Day ....Party... Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. It includes 24 ...A part of a yearly marketing magazine program promoting Falls Creek ski region for the winter holidays. It includes 24 pages of detailed information and maps describing resort facilities, different runs and access to the snow. Available accommodation is explained with the inclusion of tariffs for 25 different venues in both lodges and apartments for 1988. Transport, ski hire, other village services and insurance and booking agents are also explained. This item is important as it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortMagazine titled "Falls Creek Resort - Ski All Day ....Party At Night". It contains 24 pages of images, information, maps and advertising.falls creek marketing, falls creek 1988, falls creek advertising -
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Document - Circular - Falls Creek Ski School Rule Pursuant To Clause 5 (B)(V), 01.08.1963
... Circular - Falls Creek Ski School Rule Pursuant To Clause 5...Circular - Falls Creek Ski School Rule Pursuant To Clause 5... of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village... of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village ...Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans die on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This item is significant because it documents actions taken by the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee in their role overseeing the Tourist Area.A circular from the Management Committee repeating rule which states that no person can give skiing instruction for money without the prior approval of the Committee.falls creek tourist area management committee, bob hymans, falls creek administration -
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Magazine - Falls Creek Winter 98 Ski Holidays
... Falls Creek Winter 98 Ski Holidays...Falls Creek Winter 98 Ski Holidays...Falls Creek Ski Holidays 1998...Magazine titled Falls Creek 1998 Ski Holidays printed in A4... Ski Holidays 1998 Magazine titled Falls Creek 1998 Ski ...Part of a yearly marketing program to promote Falls Creek Resort, this issue features a skier on the cover leaping in the air. The deals on offer include "First At Falls" for beginners, "Family Fair Deal", and the "Ski Away No More To Pay Super Special". The brochure was produced by the Falls Creek Chamber of Commerce.This item is important as it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine Resort during the late 1990s.Magazine titled Falls Creek 1998 Ski Holidays printed in A4 format. It includes images and winter accommodation information.falls creek marketing, falls creek resort, falls creek chamber of commerce, falls creek ski holidays 1998 -
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Photograph - Falls Creek Ski School Race Club, Mid 1970s
... Falls Creek Ski School Race Club...Falls Creek Ski School Race Club... Creek Ski School Race Club Photograph Falls Creek Ski School ...The Falls Creek Race Club was started in the late 60's by Rodney Moss assisted by Bob Howe from Albury Ski Club and Geoff Henke from Moloney's. The club ran races on the summit every weekend and later started the training squad. Its aim is to promote all the skills of skiing and snowboarding and to improve the safety and enjoyment of the sport for all age groups. As an athlete's skills Improve so they can begin to train and race at Children's level races and move on to Junior and Senior levels, possibly aspiring to the Masters Circuit or State and National Teams. Hundreds of children have been involved over the past four decades and the program has produced a number of skiers who have been successful at national and international levels. Falls Creek has produced Olympians Ross and Malcolm Mine, Joanne Henke, Jenny Altermatt, Steven Lee in Alpine skiing. Dick Walpole and Chris Heberle in Cross Country, Britteny Cox, Paul and Adrian Costa in Freestyle Moguls. Many others have represented in National Teams at World Championship events.This photograph is significant because it includes early members Falls Creek Race Club, some of whom progressed to become representatives in international sporting events including World Championships and Winter Olympics.A framed colour photograph of members of the Falls Creek Race Club standing outside the Club buiding.Beneath Image Race Club Photo, mid 1970's outside of the original race hut. Noelene Lee on the balcony with Jill Helberle. L-R Simone Belza, ?, Bob ?, Chris Losch, Guy Maguire, Steven Lee, Susie Losch, ?, Karl Brandmeier.falls creek race club, falls creek olympians -
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Article - Falls Creek Ski Village - top snow playground, 18 April 1958
... Falls Creek Ski Village - top snow playground...Falls Creek Ski Village - top snow playground... on the future of skiing in Falls Creek and the development of Spion... on the future of skiing in Falls Creek and the development of Spion ...This article focuses on Toni St. Elmo and his views on the future of skiing in Falls Creek and the development of Spion Kopje as an important ski field with the potential to rival Mt. Kosciusko.This article is significant because it documents the variety of activities available at Falls Creek during its development.A newspaper item reports on Toni St. Elmo's vision for the future of Falls Creek and the snowfields on Spion Kopje. It features a photo of Toni and Skippy St. Elmo.toni st. elmo, falls creek development, spion kopje -
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Badge - Hotham to Falls Creek Ski Race
... Hotham to Falls Creek Ski Race ...Hotham to Falls Creek Ski Race ... Country Ski Race from Mount Hotham to Falls Creek. The Hotham ...These badges were awarded for participation in a Cross Country Ski Race from Mount Hotham to Falls Creek. The Hotham to Falls began in 1978 They were owned and donated by Diana Patterson who was a founding member of Falls Creek Historical Society.These badges belonged to a highly recognised Australian and founding member of the Falls Creek Historical Society.Three enamelled metal pins to commemorate participation in a cross country ski race from Mount Hotham to Falls Creek. Each badge features an image of two snow capped mountains, the sun and a rainbow. A bird is at the bottom with outstretched wings supporting the central image. One badge features a pair of birds and text. On badge 2: Hotham to Falls Creek.diana patterson, falls creek, hotham to falls creek race -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Souvenir Postcard Folder – Falls Creek Ski Village
... Souvenir Postcard Folder – Falls Creek Ski Village...Falls Creek Ski Resort developed during the construction... colored photos of the Falls Creek ski area and surrounds... Postcard Folder – Falls Creek Ski Village Colour postcard folder ...Falls Creek Ski Resort developed during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme built by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria. The first ski lodge was built in 1948 by workers from the scheme. The first lift, a rope tow, was built in 1951 and the first chairlift in Australia was constructed there in 1957. Falls Creek Post Office opened in 1958. Tourism was growing and being encouraged by local businesses.The souvenir postcard was produced by Mr S. K. Pearce a Mt Beauty businessman. It was a memento for skiers and visitors to the Falls Creek and Mt Beauty area to send to family and friends as a reminder of their visit to the region or to keep as a personal souvenir. It presented an excellent promotional opportunity for enterprising local businessmen to promote the area to skiers and tourists near and far. It also presents an excellent pictorial history of the Falls Creek area around the late 1950's and 1960's.Colour postcard folder (unused) containing 12 labelled colored photos of the Falls Creek ski area and surrounds with a blank 'page' entitled 'Correspondence' and another for the address.falls creek, skiing, snow sports, s. k. pearce, tourism, secv -
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Magazine - Falls Creek 1994 Ski Holidays
... Falls Creek 1994 Ski Holidays...Falls Creek 1994 Ski Holidays...Magazine titled 'Falls Creek 1994 Ski Holidays' containing... Creek 1994 Ski Holidays Magazine Falls Creek 1994 Ski Holidays ...Part of an annual marketing campaign, this booklet was designed to provide information for planning a holiday at Falls Creek for the winter of 1994. It includes extensive details about activities, facilities and accommodation in the Village as well as contact information to make necessary bookings. The slogan adopted for 1994 was "Better snow and more of it!"This item is important as it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortMagazine titled 'Falls Creek 1994 Ski Holidays' containing multiple pages of information and images for 1994 winter holidays. Front cover with white background and illustration of woman skiing downhill, the 's' of Falls becoming the snow trail. Falls Creek logo on bottom centre of front page and advertising on backpage. falls creek marketing, falls creek 1990s, falls creek village, snow resorts victoria -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Magazine - Falls Creek 1993 Ski Holidays
... Falls Creek 1993 Ski Holidays...Falls Creek 1993 Ski Holidays...Magazine titled 'Falls Creek 1993 Ski Holidays' containing... 1990s Magazine titled 'Falls Creek 1993 Ski Holidays' containing ...Part of an annual marketing campaign, this booklet was designed to provide information for planning a holiday at Falls Creek for the winter of 1993. It includes extensive details about activities, facilities and accommodation in the Village as well as contact information to make necessary bookings. The publication was supported by Tourism Victoria and the Falls Creek Chamber of Commerce.This item is important as it documents seasonal activities at Falls Creek Alpine ResortMagazine titled 'Falls Creek 1993 Ski Holidays' containing multiple pages of information and images for 1993 winter holidays. Front cover with white background with blue title and square colour image of Falls Creek village centre of page with skier overlayed on image and title. Tourism Victoria logo on bottom left corner and Falls Creek logo on bottom left corner. Advertising on back page. falls creek marketing, events at falls creek, facilities falls creek, falls creek 1990s -
Kiewa Valley Historical Society
Souvenir Postcard Folder – Falls Creek Ski Village
... Souvenir Postcard Folder – Falls Creek Ski Village... of the Falls Creek ski area and surrounds. Inside cover has a brief...Printed on front cover- FALLS CREEK SKI VILLAGE. Your... Postcard Folder – Falls Creek Ski Village Colour postcard folder ...After World War II, the Kiewa Hydroelectric Scheme was started in the Kiewa River valley by the State Electricity Commission of Victoria. On land previously used only for summer cattle grazing in the natural alpine grasslands, the first ski lodge was built in 1948 by workers from the scheme. The first lift, a rope tow, was built in 1951 and the first chairlift in Australia was constructed there in 1957. Falls Creek Post Office opened on 9 June 1958 (with telegraph and telephone facilities only until 1964) .Despite strong opposition from the head of the Kiewa scheme, who didn't want tourists clogging up his roads and destroying his "dry" construction camps by bringing in booze, Falls Creek boomed as much as Hotham, partly owing to its relatively good access road. Early lodges included Bogong (c.1946), Skyline (1947), Albury (1949), Myrtleford (1949) and Dawn (c.1950).The souvenir postcard photographed and produced by an enterprising local businessman Mr S K Pearce, was produced as a memento for skiers and other visitors to the Falls Creek and Mt Beauty area to send to family and friends as a reminder of their visit to the region, or to keep as a personal souvenir. It presented an excellent promotional opportunity for enterprising local businessmen to promote the area to skiers and tourists near and far. It also presents an excellent pictorial history of the falls creek area around the late 1950’s to early 1960’sColour postcard folder (unused) containing 13 photographs of the Falls Creek ski area and surrounds. Inside cover has a brief description of the area and the services available to visitors Printed on front cover- FALLS CREEK SKI VILLAGE. Your Souvenir Folder Photo of skiing slopes of the village Inside front flap - a brief description of the Falls Creek area and the services available to visitors 1. Diana Lodge parking area and Spion Kopje 2. Winterhaven Lodge 3. Ski Hirage Centre and skiing slopes 4. Ski Lodges from main road 5. Nelse and Arundel Lodges 6. Day visitors’ shelter and parking area 7. Summit T-Bar lift 8. Spur T-bar looking towards Village and Spion Kopje 9. T-bar lower station and Snow Crystal Inn 10. ‘Akja’ rescue sled in use 11. Falls Creek road and Grand Coeur Lodge annex 12. Rope tows and beginner slopes 13. Back cover- Published by Nucolorvue Pty Ltd Mentone Vic. Printed in Australia For S.K.Pearce Pty Ltd Tawonga and Mt Beauty falls creek, snow, bogong high plains, victorian alps -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Document - Falls Creek Development - Ski Tow System, 13.10.1960
... Falls Creek Development - Ski Tow System...Falls Creek Development - Ski Tow System... of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village... of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village ...Bob Hymans Collection Bob (Herman) Hymans (a former member of the Royal Netherlands Navy) was born in Bloemendaal, Holland on 30th September 1922. During World War II he fought against the Japanese in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) and was imprisoned in Changi and on the Burma Railway. After gaining qualifications as a Ski Instructor, Bob arrived in Falls Creek in July 1950. Working as an Instructor and Supervisor at Bogong Lodge, Bob decided his future was in accommodation. He was successful in negotiating an indenture for land from the State Electricity Commission (SEC). It took Bob two years to build his Grand Coeur Chalet but, tragically, it was burned down in August 1961. Bob also built the first Chairlift in Australia. This was a single chairlift and the structure was built from wooden electricity poles. He was constantly full of new ideas and proposals for the village. Bob Hymans die on 7th July 2007. This Collection of documents and letters tells the story of Bob's endeavours to develop Falls Creek into the ski village it is today.This letter is significant because it reflects the relationship between Bob Hymans and the Management Committee.A letter from the Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee to Bob Hymans advising that a proposal for new ski lift from another company has been accepted. It also states that is premature to discuss a intro-tow ticketing system at this stage.falls creek tourist area management committee, ski lift proposals -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Equipment - T-Bar Ski Tow, Falls Creek Ski Lifts, 1960s
... Falls Creek Ski Lifts...-Bar Ski Tow Falls Creek Ski Lifts ...This Ski Tow component came from one of the first T-Bars at Falls Creek, Victoria. Summit and Village T-Bars were built in 1961 followed by the Link Lift and Sun Valley in 1967.This item is significant because it is part of one of the earliest T-Bars at Falls Creek and illustrates the changes in their construction over time.T-Bar Ski Tow from one of the first T-Bars at Falls Creek, it is made of wood and metal.t-bars falls creek, falls creek, summit t-bar, village t-bar -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Photograph - Sandy McNabb at Bowna Ski Club
... also formed the company “Falls Creek Ski Tows”. In 1956 Fred... Creek ski slope and skiers below.... also formed the company “Falls Creek Ski Tows”. In 1956 Fred ...This photo is part of the Fred Griffith Photographic Collection. Frederick Charles “Fred” Griffith was born in Albury, NSW on 2 March 1910. Educated in Albury and Geelong Grammar. Beginning in 1927 he spent many years working first as a jackeroo and on a range of prominent pastoral and merino stud properties in NSW and Queensland. In 1935 he repurchased his former family property “Toonallook", Bowna, NSW and developed it to be the largest Romney Marsh stud in the world, exporting rams to Argentina. He introduced many innovative practices on his property including rabbit control measures and aerial crop dusting. He was an active member of the Albury Show Society and in 1949 established the Albury Sheep Show. Fred was also the Albury representative on the Graziers’ Association Council for over 30 years. He became a life member of both the Albury and Commercial Clubs. Fred’s greatest hobby was snow skiing. His first visit to the snow was to Kosciusko in 1919. The Albury Ski Club was formed in 1935 and Fred was an inaugural member. In 1949 they were granted a site at Falls Creek to build their own lodge. Fred guaranteed the Club for finance from the Bank of NSW. The first portion of the prefabricated building was constructed in Albury. It was transported to Falls Creek on the back of Fred’s truck and erected in one day. This was the bathroom section and the rest was completed in 1950. The original lodge was burned down in 1952 and a new one built the following year. In 1955, Fred also built the Bowna Lodge for his family in partnership with David Fairbairn. He became head of the North Eastern District Skiing Association (N.E.D.S.A.) and successfully applied to run the Australian Ski Championships. Fred also inaugurated children’s races at Falls Creek and ran them for about 20 years. He also formed the company “Falls Creek Ski Tows”. In 1956 Fred along with a group of key people selected the site for Thredbo Village. Fred and his brother sold Toonallook in sections between 1951 and 1974. He moved to Albury and set up as a landscape gardener and fencing contractor. After a serious work accident, Fred retired in 1985 and moved to Rosebud, Victoria where he died on 19 August 1992.This image depicts early visitors to the Albury Ski Club and Falls Creek.A black and white photo of Sandy McNabb overlooking Falls Creek ski slope and skiers below.fred griffith, albury ski club, falls creek, bowna ski club -
Falls Creek Historical Society
Lift and Ski School Lesson tickets 1984
... Falls Creek Ski School..., lift passes and lessons at Falls Creek Ski School for 1984... Village. Passes Falls Creek Chairlift Falls Creek Falls Creek Ski ...SKI TICKETS Before tows and lifts were introduced at Falls Creek, it could take skiers 20 minutes to climb to the Summit … but only TWO minutes to go back to the bottom. The arrival of tows, then chairlifts and T-bars changed the face of skiing forever. The first rope tow was constructed by Toni St. Elmo for the 1951 winter season. Bob Hymans installed a smaller tow for his guests at Skyline Lodge. Tows were still quite slow, so in 1956 Bob Hymans created his single chairlift. In 1958 the Village rope tow, designed by Albury engineer Jock Wilson, opened. It was financed by shareholders including Bill Griffith (Bowna Ski Club) and the Bridgford family (St. Trinian’s Ski Club). Several other tows followed including the Summit T-bar in 1961, built by Ron McCallum and operated by Alpine Developments Pty. Ltd. which was a company formed by C. H. (Bill) Bridgford. By 1982 Falls Creek was served by 16 different lifts or T-bars, all owned and operated by Alpine Developments (Holdings) Pty. Ltd. During the development of Falls Creek, different methods have been used to pay for the use of tows, lifts and T-bars … including metal tokens, single tickets, strips of tickets and season passes. The Falls Creek Historical Society Collection includes many examples of these items.These tickets are significant because they represent a stage in the progression of chair lifts and management at Falls Creek Tourist Village.A collection of tickets issued for entry to Falls Creek, lift passes and lessons at Falls Creek Ski School for 1984. The tickets include a full set of adult passes and a set of children’s passes. Other ticket include those for Mountain Staff and Falls Creek Tourist Area Management Committee (F.C.T.A.M.C.) Volunteers.passes falls creek, chairlift falls creek, falls creek ski school