Thredbo, Australia, Receives Asia-Pacific Region’s First EarthCheck Platinum Destination Certification One of Australia’s most popular resorts just reached a major milestone. On July 14, Thredbo Resort announced it had achieved EarthCheck Platinum Certification, a prestigious recognition awarded to organizations with over a decade of consistent, independently verified sustainability performance. With its recognition, Thredbo becomes the first destination in the Asia-Pacific region to earn Platinum Certification. EarthCheck, which awards the certification, […] Industry News Quinn Brophy | July 16, 2026 0 Comments
Mt. Hotham, Australia, Report: Season Opens with Snow on the Ground Every year, the Australian winter season starts over the King’s Birthday weekend in Victoria and New South Wales ski resorts. Some years there is loads of snow, others there is no snow, but there are always parties. This year, there was some snow, definitely some partying, and plenty of sunshine. This past weekend at Mt. Hotham, there was enough snow […] Conditions Report Rouchelle Gilmore | June 11, 2026 0 Comments
Is China Becoming a Premier Ski Destination? For Australians It Is When you think of skiing destinations, places like Europe, North America, and Japan come to mind. But thanks to new passport policies, China is becoming a top choice among Australians. Related: In China’s Far Altay Mountains, Hemu Village Rises as a Freeride Destination Amidst a Booming Ski Industry At Sydney’s Snow Travel Expo, crowds gathered around China’s pavilion, expressing interest in […] Industry News Quinn Brophy | May 27, 2026 0 Comments
5 Southern Hemisphere Terrain Parks That Rival Anything in the World For those accustomed to Northern Hemisphere winters, skiing in the Southern Hemisphere can be… disappointing. That’s not to say there aren’t incredible turns to be found, but the snow is generally less consistent and of varying quality. Resorts tend to be smaller, usually with only a handful of lifts, and typically require some drive to reach the mountain. As resorts […] Brains Hannah | May 24, 2026 0 Comments
I Went Skiing With a Legendary Australian Ski and Surf Photographer in the Alps Who Captured the Best Photos of My Life Tony “Harro” Harrington is not your average photographer. Hailing from Australia with a thick Aussie accent and a long running scar on his left cheek he received from an accident as a child, the sun-bleached blonde-haired, blue-eyed smiling snow and surf photographer’s career spans more than 40 years, with roots as both a sponsored surfer and big‑mountain skier. Related: The […] Martin Kuprianowicz | April 16, 2026 0 Comments
Ski Powder at Dawn, Catch Waves by Dusk — These 5 Spots Make It Real Few thrills compare to the chance to ski and surf in the same day — carving fresh snow in the morning and catching waves by afternoon. Ski and surf days are possible in more places around the world than you might think. Here are five of the best destinations where you can chase this perfect two-sport adventure. Related: The 7 […] Surf Riley McDonald | March 6, 2026 2 Comments
Mt. Buller, Australia, Releases Discounted Lift Tickets Every Time an Aussie Medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics The Winter Olympics have arrived, and national pride in many countries is at an all-time high. The Olympic Games bring out the best in sports as athletes compete not just for personal but national glory. One ski resort in Australia is leaning into this idea by giving its guests a little extra motivation to get into the Olympic spirit. Related: […] Olympics Brett Currie | February 14, 2026 0 Comments
Police Asking for Help as 2 Hikers Found Dead in Australian Mountains Remain Unidentified Hikers stumbled upon the bodies of two female hikers on Mount Bogong, the highest peak in Australia’s state of Victoria, on Friday, October 3. Emergency services were called to the remote Lendenfeld Point area around 12:50 p.m. on Friday, after the two hikers came across the bodies near Cleve Cole Hut. Cleve Cole Hut is one of Australia’s most isolated […] Hiking Julia Schneemann | October 6, 2025 0 Comments
2026 Epic Australia Pass on Sale Now at Lowest Price of the Year 2026 Epic Australia Pass is on sale now at the lowest price of the year, offering unlimited, unrestricted access to world-class resorts in Australia, as well as access to 80+ destinations abroad, including Whistler Blackcomb. 2026 Epic Australia 4-Day Pass provides four days combined access to Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham. Skiers and boarders who have enjoyed ovcer 265 centimeters […] Industry News Oz Brains | August 15, 2025 0 Comments
New Zealand Faces Worst Snow Drought in Recent Memory This New Zealand ski season, so far at least, is having one of the worst snow droughts in recent memory. After a couple major dumps at the beginning of the June, resorts across the country’s South Island are struggling with bare slopes. July and August are typically peak season in the Southern Hemisphere, but this year winter has barely made […] Industry News Elliot LeBlanc | August 11, 2025 1 Comment
Mount Hotham, Australia, Sees Deepest July Snowpack in 10 Years Victoria’s Mount Hotham has logged its deepest July snowpack in more than 10 years, reaching 123 cm, as Australia’s 2025 ski season shapes up to be one of the most consistent in recent memory. According to resort data, this year’s snow depth surpassed every July season since at least 2015. Charts from Mount Hotham show historical snowfall, with the green […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | August 1, 2025 0 Comments
Lost Plane Wreckage Located in Snowy Mountains, Australia, With No Sign of Missing Pilot Last Updated: Thursday, 17 July 2025 10:32 P.M. EST According to the NSW Police Force, a missing plane reported on Tuesday, which was travelling from Victoria to the NSW South Coast of Australia, has been located. The plane was piloted by David Stephens and reported missing at approximately 4:35 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Emergency services were notified of a […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | July 18, 2025 0 Comments
Australia Ranks #1 as Top Outdoorsy Destination in the World Many people love to travel and visit places around the world, seeking adventures in the great outdoors. The U.S. has ten distinct ecosystems within its borders, making it one of the most ecologically diverse countries in the world. However, it came in second on a list ranking the Top Outdoorsy Destinations in the World. The number one spot was awarded […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | July 8, 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
Hikers and Drivers Rescued as Heavy Snowfall Traps Dozens Overnight at Mount Hotham, Australia Emergency services launched a rescue operation at Mount Hotham in Australia over the King’s Birthday long weekend after sudden, heavy snowfall stranded more than 20 people in their cars. Related: [PHOTOS] Selwyn Snow Resort, Australia, Receives 20 Centimeter Dump as Opening Day Approaches In addition, police, SES, CFA, and Parks responded after two hikers became stranded in blizzard conditions on […] Oz Brains | June 9, 2025 0 Comments
The Southern Lights: An Electric Adventure That Should Be on Your Bucket List The Southern Lights are an electric adventure you won’t regret waiting to see. The electromagnetic phenomenon is frankly fascinating, but it is also elusive and unpredictable by nature. Auroras Australis is an experience that you will want to add to your bucket list. Many consider viewing the Northern Lights to be one of the most impressive travel experiences, but admiring […] Brains Sebastian Opazo | June 2, 2025 0 Comments
Fresh Snow Dusts Australian Alps As Resorts Kick-Start Snowmaking for the 2025 Season A modest early-season snowfall blanketed Australia’s alpine ski resorts over the past 24 hours, offering a brief taste of winter just weeks before the official start of the season. Perisher, Hotham, and Thredbo all reported a light coating of fresh snow at their upper elevations, though totals remained just under 5 centimeters (2 inches). With snowmaking operations underway and temperatures […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | May 18, 2025 0 Comments
NASA: Australia’s Snowy Mountains Coated in White This post first appeared on NASA Earth Observatory. Winter made a bold—if late—entrance to the mountains in southeastern Australia. Much to the delight of skiers Down Under, a period of seasonal weather in July 2024 brought significant accumulations to the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales. Related: Snowstorm Transforms Australian Ski Resorts into Winter Wonderland The OLI (Operational Land Imager) […] Guest Author | August 2, 2024 0 Comments
Thredbo Resort, Australia, Launches Massive 23/24 Summer Offering This week, Thredbo Ski Resort, Australia, launched its biggest and best summer offering yet, encouraging people from near and far to escape to the mountains and find their inner wild. From chasing downhill thrills while exploring Australia’s only lift-accessed mountain bike park to stargazing on the rooftop of Australia on a unique night hike, Thredbo offers summer adventures that can’t be […] Industry News Oz Brains | October 19, 2023 0 Comments
Falls Creek Resort, Australia, Will Close Wednesday, September 20, 2023 The Australian resort Falls Creek announced today, Monday, September 18, 2023, that it will be closing for the year this Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Resorts across Australia have been shuttering operations and falling like dominoes as a heat wave sweeps the country. The country has experienced the second-hottest August on record, with the national mean temperature coming in 2.28°C above […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 18, 2023 1 Comment
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