Third Victorian Ski Resort Announces Early Closure—Mt. Hotham, Australia, To Close September 4 After the early closure of Mount Buller and Mount Baw Baw in Victoria, Australia, a third Victorian ski resort has now announced its last day of operations. Lifts at the upside-down resort Mount Hotham will stop spinning after Wednesday, September 4. Unseasonably warm weather and rain fall eroded the snow cover in Hotham and despite resort management’s best efforts to […] Industry News Oz Brains | August 31, 2024 0 Comments
2025 Epic Australia Pass on Sale & Launch of New 4-Day Epic Australia Pass Today, Perisher Resorts, Australia, announced the launch of the 2025 Epic Australia Pass, which is now on sale for its lowest price, for only AUD 999. Alongside this, Perisher is also launching an all-new product – the Epic Australia 4-Day Pass for AUD 549. This is incredibly exciting for the Australian ski industry and provides unprecedented flexibility and value for […] Industry News Oz Brains | August 14, 2024 0 Comments
Modern Luxury Showcased at the Ranger Rover House in Thredbo, Australia Thredbo Resort, Australia, and Range Rover joined forces to unveil Range Rover House Thredbo last week, inviting guests to indulge in the most desirable winter moments. The partnership saw Range Rover take over a luxurious alpine lodge in the heart of Thredbo village, transforming it into a refined winter sanctuary for guests. “The success of Range Rover House was a testament […] Industry News Oz Brains | August 8, 2024 2 Comments
Australian Olympic Snowboarder Scotty James Shares Adorable Gender Reveal Olympic Snowboarder and Australian sporting icon Scotty James and singer-songwriter Chloe Stroll announced this week that they are expecting a boy. On Thursday, August 1, the married couple revealed the happy news on their personal Instagram accounts. They first announced they were expecting their first child together on June 7. Scotty and Chloe met over five years ago thanks to […] Industry News Oz Brains | August 1, 2024 0 Comments
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
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