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Mount Barker Valley Views Motel and Chalets

Locality: Mount Barker, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9851 3899

Address: 31751 Albany Hwy, 6324 Mount Barker, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.valley-views.com.au

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25.01.2022 FLU CASES PLUMMET IN GREAT SOUTHERN There's been a significant drop in the number of flu cases across regional WA thanks to COVID-19 precautions. 216 influenza ...notifications have been recorded in regional Western Australia this year, compared to more than four thousand at the same time last year. Cases in the Great Southern has had 28 cases, down from 483 in 2019. FULL STORY: https://ab.co/3b0cgdZ

25.01.2022 GOLDEN PHOTO OPPORTUNITY Canola paddocks are usually strictly out of bounds. But not this one! It's near York, Western Australia and was set up specifica...lly for tourists wanting a photo in the most picturesque of crops. Feel free to share your canola crop photos in the comments section. Photo thanks : Aaron O'Connor

22.01.2022 COMET NEOWISE IN WA SKIES TONIGHT WA will have a rare opportunity to spot a comet on Sunday, when comet Neowise appears in southern skies. Matt Woods from... the Perth Observatory says the best time to spot Neowise will be tonight at 6.30pm. Neowise will be low in the sky and you will need good views to low north-west horizon. Regional WA can expect prime viewing due to the lack of light pollution. It may be visible to the naked eye but Matt suggests bringing out your camera and tripod if you have one. "It will be really interesting to see if it's as good here as it is in the northern hemisphere," he said. "We only get a few naked eye comets during the decade so this is the first one of the 2020s." Maybe that's a good thing. "Traditionally comets have been the bringers of doom, so it's just a bit convenient that this has turned up in the inner solar system and we have got COVID-19." : Modes Rodriguez/Flickr

22.01.2022 GREAT SOUTHERN IMAGES SCOOP AWARDS These two dramatic shots by Albany's Dougal Topping Photography have won prestigious international photo awards. The Stir...ling Range shot won silver while the roll cloud won bronze in the 2020 Pano Awards Well done, Dougal!

22.01.2022 Have you climbed Bluff Knoll? Imagine doing it 14 times non-stop! Albany police officer Kylie Bell is doing exactly that in the name of charity. The experienc...ed ultra marathon runner is raising funds for the Albany Women's Shelter and the Animal Protection Society of WA. The grueling feat is the equivalent to a virtual climb of Mt Everest. "At this point in time I was supposed to be in Europe doing an event, but unfortunately that got cancelled (due to COVID-19)," Ms Bell said. "I been doing a fair bit of training and was trying to think of something else challenging and that's where the idea came from." Ms Bell will begin the ultra marathon at 4am on Thursday and hopes to finish about 30 hours later. So far she's raised $3,075. Donate here https://bit.ly/2Rx0TS0

21.01.2022 CANOLA PHOTOS RISK TO FARMS People looking to travel through WA's farming regions in coming months are being urged to stay out of canola fields. Farmland acro...ss WA's Great Southern and Wheatbelt is turning bright yellow, as canola matures. Jeff Russell from the Department of Primary Industry and Regional Development says visitors have been urged to keep their distance from canola fields during their travels. "You don't know what you're carrying on your car in the way of say weed seeds or soil pests that flick up under the chassis and you could be transporting a pest or a disease," he said.

21.01.2022 GOLDEN GLIMMER OF HOPE! It's been a dark few months for many, but perhaps the canola crops starting to flower across the region can bring some hope! This shot... from Darkan. Picture: Elise Norrish

21.01.2022 IT'S GOING TO GET COLD! There's a very slim chance of snow flurries on Bluff Knoll Saturday night/Sunday morning, but the BoM says it won't be enough to settle on the ground. A cold blast is set to hit the region this weekend with temperatures plummeting to maxima in the low teens.... Some snow flurries may occur about midnight on Saturday / Sunday morning but it will be too windy for it to settle on the ground. There's a chance of thunderstorms and hail across the south coast and Great Southern.

20.01.2022 Canola @davidashleyphotos #soperth #dryandra #wacanolafields

20.01.2022 Stirling Ranges and Bluff Knoll are expected to receive the snowfall on Sunday and Monday. If you want to have some fun in the snow you might want to jump in the car and head south. Please contact us on 08 9851 3899 for your accomodation needs. Stirling Ranges is about 35-38min drive from this motel.

20.01.2022 Is this reality or is this a dream!? Well, we can confirm that it's real! Climb to the top of the Granite Skywalk in Porongurup National Park and you'll experie...nce the sweeping vistas of the incredible Great Southern landscape here. #WanderOutYonder and tackle the steep 2km hike, involving a final 200metre scramble over the rocks to reach the final viewing platform, which wraps around the enormous peak of Castle Rock. Photo by Lets escape together.

19.01.2022 SEPTEMBER SNOW IN WA It may not be much but a small flurry of snow fell on Bluff Knoll early this morning, in a treat for hikers who braved the freezing ...conditions. There was a slim chance of snow overnight as temperatures plummeted across the region. Bluff Knoll (1099m) is the highest point in the Stirling Range. Pictures: Haezli Smith

17.01.2022 SPACE STATION VISIBLE TONIGHT Fingers crossed the sky remains clear, because tonight could be a perfect opportunity to spot the International Space Stat...ion over much of WA If you're anywhere in the red circle you should be able to see the space station for about six minutes from 7:07pm (weather permitting), and you don't need a telescope to see it! Keep an eye out for the fast-moving bright light moving across the night sky Let us know if you see it! Send us your shots Heavens-Above

15.01.2022 GETTING SOAKED AT THE GAP Are you brave enough to head out onto the platform with waves crashing below? The Southern Ocean was angry at the weekend! ... Video: @simonphillipsphoto/Instagram

14.01.2022 Beautiful colours A salt lake near Cranbrook with the Stirling Range as backdrop Picture: @gasgaslex_photos/Instagram

14.01.2022 BIG WAVES OFF WAS SOUTH COAST The Right turned it on today with some huge waves! Brad Norris under a monster.... Picture: Trent Slatter

13.01.2022 Crash on Albany Hwy/ Peter Valley Rd. Please SLOMO. We may have to close road to recover vehicle, expect minor delays around 2.00pm #fb This update came from the Cranbrook Police on Twitter

13.01.2022 Head for the hills... Is this the best perspective weve ever seen of a road trip through the Stirling Ranges? What a vista, with Mt Hassell taking pride of pl...ace in a highlight captured on a humble gravel track @the_sandy_van #national parks #Our_Albany #albany_wa #greatsouthern #theamazingsouthcoast #albanywa #amazingalbany #amazingsouthcoast #albanywesternaustralia #discoveralbany #greatsouthern #visitwa #australiassw #holidayherethisyear #thisiswa #wanderoutyonder #adventureawaits #justanotherdayinwa

13.01.2022 A hidden gem This drone picture of a heart-shaped dam was snapped in the Porongurups Picture: edrone

12.01.2022 Dreaming of tall timbers, stunning coastlines and a relaxing Amazing South Coast getaway? Enter our Sensational Holiday Planner competition and be in the runnin...g to win!* Karri Aura - 2 nights accommodation Quality Hotel Ambassador Perth - 2 nights accommodation with daily buffet breakfast Busy Blue Bus - Orcas at Bremer Bay Canyon Tree Top Walk (Walpole) The Albany Historic Whaling Station and the National ANZAC Centre (Albany) 3 Attraction Pass Albany Historic Whaling Station - 12 month (annual) pass The Lakehouse Denmark - Gift voucher to Cellar door and restaurant Castle Rock Estate - Wine Selection Gift set Albany Wacky Golf - Voucher for a family of four The Amazing South Coast - WA National Park annual park pass WOW total value $2187.00 Enter now! http://sensationalholiday.com.au *T&Cs apply. View via website. This competition is not associated with Facebook or Instagram. Image courtesy of Australia's South West. #wanderoutyonder #amazingsouthcoast #theamazingsouthcoast

12.01.2022 ALBANY AUTHOR HAS SIGHTS ON SCIENCE A series of books are being published later this year that tell true stories of achievements in science. Called the 'Au...ssie STEM Stars Series', each book is written by an award-winning author and follows the real-life stories of some of Australia's top scientists and inventors. Albany author Dianne Wolfer has written one about the life and achievements of refugee Munjed Al Mederis who became a surgical inventor. 'Life is about making a difference,' Munjed said. "We all have a mission in life, to leave behind a legacy." And he has - he pioneered a new surgery that inserts a titanium implant into the bone, allowing patients with prosthetic limbs to recover a certain level of feeling and greater mobility. The books will be published in September by Wild Dingo Press. Dianne Wolfer

11.01.2022 Such a contrast between the burnt peaks of Mt Toolbrunup on the eastern half of the Stirling Range National Park and the unburnt plains surrounding Talyuberlup ...Peak in the west of the park. The 45km Stirling Range Drive is definitely worth doing with wildflowers heading into bloom now and orchids being a definite feature See more

11.01.2022 What a spot! Have you climbed Castle Rock in the Porongurups? The stunning rock formation and walkway offers 360-degree views from the Stirling Range to the Southern Ocean Picture: Lets escape together

11.01.2022 WHITE WHALE CALF OFF ALBANY A rare southern right whale calf has been spotted off WA's south coast. This photo was taken earlier this week near Cheynes Beach.... About five per cent of southern right calves are born white but gradually turn darker as they age. Picture: Supplied

11.01.2022 'WE'RE AMAZED NO ONE WAS KILLED' Police say they are shocked a crash between a road train and four-wheel-drive on Albany Highway didn't end with a fatality. ...Cranbrook Police Station officer in charge Laurie Seaton says the accident, which happened about 15 kilometres north of Cranbrook on Wednesday, had officers preparing for the worst. There were three serious crashes between Wednesday and Thursday each involved heavy vehicles. "What we'd say is just drive to the conditions. If you are driving with another vehicle, give the trucks plenty of room. Be courteous. And obviously the same thing goes for the truck drivers. Just be sensible, be courteous and be patient," Sgt Seaton said.

10.01.2022 Hey thrillseekers, who's keen to go hiking in Western Australia? Grab the camera... this is the incredible view from the Bald Head Walk Trail in Torndirrup N...ational Park, in the Great Southern The challenging 12.5km return walk of the Flinders Peninsula has spectacular views out over the Southern Ocean and King George Sound. BEWARE! This trail is not for the faint hearted. Explore Parks WA says some tracks may be long, rough and very steep. @calliegrimard

10.01.2022 #BREAKING: Western Australia is going it alone after being the only state or territory not to agree to a timeframe of lifting coronavirus restrictions by Decemb...er. What do you think, WA? Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the three stage plan, originally aimed to be in force by July, would now aim to be in place by the end of the year in every jurisdiction except WA. Western Australia has set out some very specific circumstances in their state as to why they wont be joining that aspiration at this time, Scott Morrison said. That said, they wish us well, and they will participate in that process, where theyve got things they believe that they can offer and I believe there are many things they can offer in that process. So they are not standing completely separate. Details to come.

09.01.2022 Snow at bluff knoll @__becthomas__ Rebecca Thomas

09.01.2022 POLICE BLITZ FOR GREAT SOUTHERN You've been warned! Extra police officers from Perth are being deployed to the Great Southern as part of a school holiday ro...ad safety blitz. There will be more traffic police and speed cameras on the road. Sergeant Derek Grimes says there will be a heavy focus on holiday hot spots and drivers using mobile phones while behind the wheel. "Wherever you need to go just plan your trip, plan plenty of time... police will be in force prior to, right through the holidays and after obviously we're aware of where the movements are we just want people to get where they're going and get there nice and safely," he said.

08.01.2022 Have you visited Mt Toolbrunup? It's considered the toughest climb in the Stirling Range and is the second highest peak behind its famous sibling, Bluff Knoll Picture: @mayhem45/Instagram

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07.01.2022 Mount Barker on the big screen

07.01.2022 MT BARKER POOL REDEVELOPMENT PLANS This is what Mt Barker pool will look like in coming years! The Shire of Plantagenet today voted on a concept plan for sta...ge one of a major redevelopment of the 50-year-old pool. The first stage will cost about $1.5m and include a new pool. with the third stage to include a new clubroom and cafe. What do you reckon? Images: H & HArchitects

06.01.2022 ORCHIDS RISE OUT OF THE ASHES Orchids not seen in the Stirling Range for more than two decades have re-emerged, after a major bushfire ravaged the national ...park. The tall leek orchid has been spotted at Mount Trio for the first time since the late 1990s. Tour guide John Byrne says the 'white china' orchid has also been spotted. "Apparently, they're stimulated by fire and we've never seen one here before and the last time a fire was in that particular area around Mt Trio was 1996," he said.

05.01.2022 THE QUEEN OF THE STIRLINGS The flowers of the rare Eastern Queen of Sheba (thelymitra speciosa) are gorgeous, but did you know the leaves are also very inte...resting? These pictures were taken by Terry Dunham in the Stirling Range National Park over the past week. He said the spiral leaves in the first photo are a great example of the leaf structure of these stunning orchids. The Eastern Queen of Sheba belongs to the spiralis complex of sun orchids that we have here in WA. Terry Dunham / The Wildflower Society of Western Australia (Inc.).

05.01.2022 At 1100 metres above sea level, there aren't too many places in Western Australia that can give you a view as extraordinary as the view from the rocks at the to...p of Bluff Knoll. From the green and golds in the spring to the parched straw colours of summer, the farming landscape is constantly changing Shire of Gnowangerup See more

04.01.2022 ALL HAIL THE QUEEN! The stunning Queen of Sheba photographed in the Great Southern. Picture: Nathan Watson Photography

04.01.2022 It's that time of year...the paddocks are turning gold! Show us your photos! Picture: Jocelyn McLennan

04.01.2022 Wild Flower Season began...

03.01.2022 REGIONAL FLIGHT NUMBERS TO TAKE OFF The number of flights between Perth and some regional WA towns will significantly increase, Regional Express Airlines ha...s announced. From August 31, REX will increase the number of weekly return flights between Perth and Albany from eight to 14. Return services between the capital and Esperance will jump to 13 a week. Further north return trips from Perth to Carnarvon will increase from five to eight a week, and from three to four between Perth and Monkey Mia. REX general manager of network strategy and sales Warrick Lodge said passenger numbers remain significantly lower than before the pandemic, but had increased lately. Nearly 1900 REX flights sold across WA in July, compared to less than half that in June. The company said its promotional Community Fare, which offers reduced-price tickets for any unsold seats 24 hours before take-off, will from August 31 be available for any seats unsold within a week of departure.

02.01.2022 Koikyennuruff - is the Noongar name for the Stirling Range, meaning 'misty mountains' Living up to its moniker in this stunning shot! Picture: Charlene Camilleri

01.01.2022 Have you spotted a quenda recently? They are pretty cute and found around the south coast and south west, including in towns and cities. Cameron Olson met this friendly quenda on Mount Clarence-Corndarup as it came out onto the path to say hello. @cam_o_ on Instagram.

01.01.2022 With the count down on, to the 2020/2021 season Its with great pleasure we welcome the new Executive Club Committee members. President - Tony St Jack Vice Pr...esident - Paul Spinks Secretary - Aaron Richardson Treasurer - Shanon Pavlovich Promotions + Track - Andy Hamersley Executive - Nathan Thiele Executive - Clinton Coleman Executive - Ryan Croft We look forward to what we hope, will be a fantastic season of racing.