Mt Buffalo - run by national parks. A good beginners area and cross country area. The Mt Buffalo Chalet[?] regulary runs weekend-long ski classes for beginners, specialising in families and older people.
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As of the census of 2000, there are 19,701 people, 6,700 households, and 5,011 families residing in the town. The population density is 1,549.2/km² ...