Historical information

Falls Creek is a resort town in northeastern Victoria. Its development began during the construction of the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme by the SECV in the late 1940s. The resort continued to develop becoming a destination all year round for skiing, bush walking and cycling.

Significance

Falls Creek began to develop during the construction of the KHES.

Physical description

2 Black and white photos of Falls Creek during winter.
1. 5 buildings in Falls Creek Bowl including the Frying Pan Inn, Bogong Ski Club and Cummings Ski Hire and about 20 skiers on the slopes. Photo is taken from the bottom of the Summit T-bar looking towards the Gully chair and part of the Village T-bar.
2. View taken from Falls Creek village looking towards Spion Kop. 1960s cable binding skis in the foreground.

Inscriptions & markings

On the back reference to Laurie Richards photographer.