Perisher Resort, Australia, Launches Affordable 3-Day Beginner Bundle to Simplify Learning to Ski Perisher Ski Resort, Australia, is rolling out a new all-in-one product aimed at lowering the barrier for first-time skiers and snowboarders, bundling lessons, lift access, and equipment into a single three-day package. Related: [PHOTOS] First Snow of the Year Falls Across All 4 Resort Areas at Perisher, Australia The “Epic Beginner Bundle” offers newcomers a structured introduction to snow sports, […] Industry News Oz Brains | April 28, 2026 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] First Snow of the Year Falls Across All 4 Resort Areas at Perisher, Australia There’s been a hint of winter in the air across Australia with temperatures dropping significantly as a polar blast hit a summer cyclone in the night from March 26 to March 27. Perisher Ski Resort saw around 3-4 cm (1-2 inches) of light snow and cold alpine conditions, giving Aussie skiers and riders an early-season tease. Related: Perisher, Australia, Conditons […] Weather Oz Brains | March 26, 2026 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Bids Farewell to the 2025 Season With Party Shirt Long Weekend This weekend, October 4-6, marks the final lifts and last runs of the 2025 snow season at Perisher, Australia’s largest ski resort. As autumn creeps in and temperatures climb, the New South Wales resort is pulling the curtain on another winter of thrills, music, and spirited spring skiing. Perisher’s event calendar calls for a festive send-off. The “Party Shirt Long […] Industry News Oz Brains | September 30, 2025 0 Comments
Perisher Resort, Australia, Report: Perfect Winter Conditions After the Storm Report from August 30 & 31 After the latest storm, Australian resorts saw between 40 and 70 centimeters (16-28 inches) of snow, setting resorts up perfectly for spring. With Australian spring starting officially on September 1, last weekend was officially the last winter weekend. However, conditions at Perisher felt more like mid-winter. The snow was chalky, abundant, and windblown—so you […] Conditions Report Julia Schneemann | August 31, 2025 0 Comments
Bring Dad to Perisher, Australia, For “Rad Dad Day” This Australian Father’s Day Father’s Day is just around the corner, and Perisher is gearing up to celebrate with something truly special for all the rad dads out there this Father’s Day on Sunday. September 7. Whether he’s known for his dad jokes, his dance moves, or his love of the snow, RAD DAD DAY at Perisher is the perfect way to honour him. […] Press Release | August 25, 2025 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Conditions Report: Redemption Winter 2025 Report from Friday & Saturday August 22 & 23 After two below-average seasons, every Australian skier had prayed for a good season and, boy, is 2025 delivering! All lifts are spinning—I think this season has been the most the trusty Olympic t-bar has run in five years—and all areas are interconnected, so now is the perfect time to […] Conditions Report Julia Schneemann | August 25, 2025 0 Comments
Deceased Snowboarder at Perisher, Australia, Identified as Salt Lake City EMT & Pre-Med Student The snowboarder who died following an accident in the Front Valley terrain park at Perisher, Australia, on Tuesday, August 12, has been identified as U.S. citizen Drew Youngquist. According to a statement from Perisher Resort, emergency crews were called to the terrain park at around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Perisher Ski Patrol, NSW Ambulance, and NSW Police all responded, but […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 13, 2025 0 Comments
22-Year-Old Dies in Snowboarding Accident in Terrain Park at Perisher, Australia A snowboarder succumbed to his injuries this afternoon, August 12, at Perisher Ski Resort, Australia. According to eyewitnesses, the snowboarder was in the Front Valley terrain park, which is advanced terrain, featuring a series of pro-level jumps. Emergency crews were called to the incident around 2.30 p.m. and lifts in the surrounding area were put on hold. Perisher Ski Patrol, […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 12, 2025 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Conditions Report: Spring Skiing Goodness in the Middle of Aussie Winter Report from August 4 & 5, 2025 Following the recent snowfall across Australian resorts, not even wild horses could’ve kept me from heading back to the snow. While the massive storm forecasted for last week arrived wetter and heavier than expected, it brought enough accumulation to fully interconnect all four of Perisher’s resort areas. Since Sunday, August 3, all lifts […] Conditions Report Julia Schneemann | August 6, 2025 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Report: After the Storm is Before the Storm Report from Saturday & Sunday, July 12 & 13 After the recent storm dropped 30 to 40 centimeters (12 to 16 inches) of fresh snow across Australia’s alpine resorts, every snow-hungry city slicker seemed to be heading for the hills—if the traffic was anything to go by. Both Saturday and Sunday, Kosciuszko Road was closed from Alpine Way by around […] Conditions Report Julia Schneemann | July 13, 2025 0 Comments
Australia’s Highest Chairlift Debuts at Perisher Resort This Week After more than a decade of planning and anticipation, the Mt. Perisher 6 Chairlift will open to the public on Friday, June 27, ushering in a new chapter for Australia’s largest ski resort. The $26 million (AUD) project, developed in partnership with renowned lift manufacturer Doppelmayr, promises to transform the guest experience on Mt Perisher with faster, smoother, and more […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 25, 2025 0 Comments
Perisher Resort, Australia, Will Open Blue Cow Area This Weekend Perisher Resort, Australia, announced today, June 17, that Blue Cow will officially open this coming Saturday, June 21. This means that all four of Perisher’s resort areas will be open from this weekend: Guthega, Smiggin Holes, Perisher, and Blue Cow. Please note, however, that the four resort areas are not yet interlinked. “Blue Cow is one of the most iconic […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 17, 2025 0 Comments
Massive Snowfall in Australia Kicks Off Perisher’s 2025 Ski Season Early, Major Lifts Opening This Week A powerful snowstorm has delivered a stunning start to the 2025 Australian ski season, dumping 65 centimeters of fresh snow across Perisher over the King’s Birthday Long weekend. Combined with ideal snowmaking conditions, the early-season blizzard has allowed the resort to announce the opening of major lifts earlier than expected. The Perisher Quad Express will begin turning this Thursday, June […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 10, 2025 0 Comments
PEAK Festival Returns to Perisher, Australia, to Kick Off 2025 Winter Season Winter is coming, and with it, the return of the Snowy Mountains’ coolest celebration—PEAK Festival 2025. From June 6–9, Perisher, Australia, transforms into a vibrant alpine playground, blending live music, snow sports, and family-friendly fun to kick off the ski season in style. The best part? Entry is free! Live Music Across 7 Stages A mix of local legends, international […] Industry News Oz Brains | May 7, 2025 0 Comments
The Future is Here: A Sneak Peek at Mt. Perisher’s New 6-Chair, Perisher, Australia Perisher Resort, Australia, has shared a behind-the-scenes look at its new six-chair construction at Mount Perisher at the Perisher Media Day on Wednesday, December 4. The new six-seater Doppelmayr chair lift replaces the 63-year-old Perisher fixed-grip double-chair and 45-year-old Perisher fixed-grip triple-chair. Vail Resorts, which purchased Perisher in 2016, had lodged a development application for the new six-chair in December […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | December 4, 2024 0 Comments
Jindabyne, Australia, Gets Own Concrete Production Facility for Construction of Perisher 6-Chair Since the 2024 snow season ended, the Perisher maintenance team has been hard at work removing the Mount Perisher Triple Bottom drive-station, making way for construction to start on the bottom station. The team will now focus on works higher up the hill. Related: New High-Speed Six-Chair Coming to Perisher, Australia in 2025 The biggest win so far has been Doppelmayr […] Industry News Oz Brains | October 31, 2024 0 Comments
Australian Ski Season Officially Wraps Today as Perisher Announces Closure of Operations Perisher Ski Resort, Australia, announced today, September 25, that it will wrap up operations at the end of the day. After 109 days of skiing and boarding this season, the resort announced its decision to close earlier than announced just at the start of the week due to deteriorating conditions. “While this past season was not without its challenges, with […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 24, 2024 0 Comments
Perisher Ski Resort, Australia, Announces Closing Date & Operations Update Perisher Ski Resort, Australia, provided an operations update on Saturday, September 21. The New South Wales resort is planning to stay open until Sunday, September 29. From Monday, September 23, operations will be compressed to Front Valley via the Village 8 chair, a magic carpet, and Mitchell and Sturt T-Bars, based on demand. The reduced operations will be the last […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 22, 2024 0 Comments
Perisher Resort, Australia, Bids Farewell to the Mount P Triple Chair This Weekend This weekend, Perisher Resort, Australia is bidding farewell to the Mount P Triple Chair in style with a retro-themed ride day. As the resort is preparing for the arrival of the new Mount P 6-seater, join in the celebrations of the iconic 70s—the decade when the Triple Chair first began spinning. Over the weekend, dress up in your best retro […] Industry News Oz Brains | September 12, 2024 0 Comments
Historic Mt Perisher Double Chairlift Auction Raises Over $312,000 for 22 Local Organizations At a special event at the Perisher Valley Hotel today, 22 organisations and community members gathered to celebrate their successful grant application as part of the opening weekend Mt Perisher Double Chairlift auction, which raised $312,988 to support youth initiatives, environmental projects, and the broader local community. “One of Vail Resorts Australia’s core values is “Do Good”, and we couldn’t […] Industry News Oz Brains | September 8, 2024 0 Comments