Much-Needed Snow Front Forecast to Move Across Australian Alps A much-needed snow front is forecast to move across the Australian Alps in the next seven days, bringing approximately 38 cm (15 inches) of snowfall to Australian ski resorts. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) forecasts a low pressure system to move in from the south, bringing the majority of snowfall on Monday and Tuesday next week. The snowline is […] Industry News Oz Brains | July 12, 2024 0 Comments
Australia Announces National Alpine and Ski Cross Teams for 24/25 Season Snow Australia is pleased to announce the National Alpine Ski Team for 2024/25, with 17 athletes selected across the A, B, and C Teams as well as the Development Team. The Alpine A Team is made up of Madi Hoffman, Harry Laidlaw, Louis Muhlen-Schulte, and Greta Small. Hoffman and Muhlen-Schulte had breakout seasons last year when they scored their first-ever FIS […] Industry News Oz Brains | July 4, 2024 0 Comments
New Magic Carpet Opens With Smoking Ceremony at Hotham Alpine Resort, Australia Bunderool Carpet at Hotham Alpine Resort, Australia, officially opened to guests today, July 1. This achievement was made possible by the dedicated efforts of the resort’s snowmakers and groomers, as well as a timely assist from Mother Nature, who graced the resort with 20cm (8 inches) of fresh snow over the weekend. “We’re excited to open both Bunderool Carpet at […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 30, 2024 0 Comments
Falls Creek, Australia, Opens For Skiing & Boarding Falls Creek in the state of Victoria, Australia, opened for skiing and boarding on Saturday, June 15. After receiving 19 cm (7.5 inches) of snow, the resort started operating the Mouse Trap Carpet on Saturday. More terrain and lifts are slated to open soon. “After 19cm of snowfall this week and great snowmaking conditions, Falls Creek is looking winter white, […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 15, 2024 0 Comments
Epic Australia Pass Sale Extended to June 19 With recent fresh snowfall at Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham and more cold temperatures ideal for snowmaking, the excitement for this ski and ride season is officially here! With these great winter conditions, Vail Resorts announced that on June 12 that it is extending the deadline to buy an Epic Australia Pass to June 19. This means skiers and boarders […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 14, 2024 0 Comments
A Natural Fit: Australian Resorts Perisher, Falls Creek, and Hotham Partner With icebreaker Australian ski resorts Perisher, Falls Creek, and Hotham are proud to announce New Zealand founded merino clothing brand icebreaker as a partner for the 2024 ski and ride season. icebreaker is one of the leading innovators in merino wool outdoor and sport clothing, and has an affinity with the snow environment thanks to the incredible benefits of merino clothing in […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 12, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] What a Difference a Day Makes: Australian Resorts Wake Up to Fresh Snowfalls After a slow start to the season which saw only one chairlift running for skiers, Australian resorts woke up to fresh snowfalls on Wednesday morning, June 12. Related: Not With a Bang, But a Whimper — Australian Ski Season Off to a Slow Start Victorian resorts reported 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) of snowfall, while New South Wales resorts reported a […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 11, 2024 0 Comments
Perisher Ski Resort, NSW, Australia, Opens This Weekend Perisher Ski Resort, one of Australia’s premier winter destinations, will open this Saturday, June 8. With limited lift operations and terrain best suited for first-time skiers and snowboarders, the resort may experience slower start-ups than anticipated. However, it remains optimistic about the upcoming forecast, which promises fresh snow and cold temperatures. Related: [PHOTO TOUR] Snow Arrives at Australia’s Hotham and […] Industry News Oz Brains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments