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[PHOTOS] Tasmanian Ski Resort Ben Lomond Kicks Off Australian Ski Season as Others Prepare for Opening Day

The small ski resort Ben Lomond in Tasmania, Australia, kicked off the Australian ski season today, Friday, June 6. While it was only one t-bar operating and skiers had to dismount half-way, this did not deter some diehard skiers and boarders from ringing in the Australian ski season. Tomorrow, June 7, Thredbo, Perisher, Hotham, and Mount Buller will open skiing […]

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Oz Brains | June 5, 2025
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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 […]

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Julia Schneemann | May 18, 2025
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Opening Days for the 2025 Winter Season in Australia

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With exactly one month to go until season opening in Australia, it’s high time we check out the opening dates downunder. Most resorts in Australia will be opening for King’s birthday long weekend, June 7-9, however not all of those resorts may be able to offer skiing and snowboarding from the get go. Fingers crossed for some cold days for […]

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Oz Brains | May 7, 2025
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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 […]

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Oz Brains | August 14, 2024
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Snowstorm Transforms Australian Ski Resorts into Winter Wonderland

A much-needed snowstorm has brought 25 – 32 inches (64-80 centimeters) to Australian ski resorts. After a slow start to the season, the snowfall has transformed Australian ski resorts into winter wonderlands across Victoria and New South Wales. This has been the largest snow fall of the season so far, after what has been a slow start to the season. […]

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Julia Schneemann | July 24, 2024
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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 […]

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Oz Brains | June 30, 2024
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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 […]

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Oz Brains | June 14, 2024
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A Numerical Comparison of Australian Ski Resorts

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People can get pretty passionate about their favorite ski resort, and Australians are no exception. Statements like “Oh, Hotham is where all the serious skiers are at!” or “Well, I’m a Thredbo-person” are uttered with a sense of pride. If you have not been initiated into Australian skiing, it can be very confusing. Everyone naturally  has their favorite ski resort […]

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Oz Brains | May 23, 2024
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[PHOTOS] First Snow of the 2024 Season Falls Across Australian Ski Resorts

Today, April 9, brought the first snow of the 2024 season to Australian ski resorts. Across the Snowy Mountains, from New South Wales (NSW) to Victoria (VIC), Australian ski resorts saw around 5 centimeters (2 inches) of snow. While it is safe to assume the early season snow won’t stay on the ground, it is a great sign to get […]

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Oz Brains | April 8, 2024
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Last Minute Reminder: Epic Australia Pass Prices Will Rise April 3

It’s never too early to start planning for winter, especially if you want to save money when hitting the slopes at Perisher, Falls Creek, and Hotham in Australia. So, hurry – lock in your Epic Australia Pass before prices rise April 3. The Epic Australia Pass provides unlimited skiing and boarding to Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham in Australia, as […]

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Oz Brains | April 1, 2024
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Get Your 2024 Epic Australia Pass Before the Next Price Hike on April 3

If you were looking for a sign to renew your Epic Australia Pass: this is it! Epic Australia Pass prices will increase on April 3. Buy or renew yours now for only AUD $1,099. The Epic Australia Pass provides unlimited skiing and boarding to Perisher, Falls Creek and Hothamin Australia, as well as access to world-class resorts in the Northern […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | March 19, 2024
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Hotham Alpine Resort, Australia, Closes Early for the Season

Hotham Alpine Resort in the state of Victoria in Australia made the announcement that the resort was closing for the season on Sunday, September 17, 2023. The closure comes two weeks earlier than the initially scheduled closing date of Sunday, October 1, 2023. Australian resorts have been struggling to operate at full capacity this season due to unseasonably warm weather […]

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Julia Schneemann | September 17, 2023
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Cold Front Sweeping Across South-East Australia, Bringing Spring Snow to Resorts

Just as Australian resorts have started mothballing (some of) their operations for the season, a cold front is sweeping across eastern Australia, bringing up to an anticipated 50cm (20 inches) of snow over the next seven days. This cold front could in fact be the coldest outbreak of the season for some areas, bringing rain, thunderstorms, damaging winds, low level […]

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Julia Schneemann | September 4, 2023
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Hotham Alpine Resort, Australia, to Close Part of Ski Area Due to Lack of Snow

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Hotham Alpine Resort in the state of Victoria in Australia, announced today that it will be closing Heavenly Valley for the season. Heavenly Valley is located in the heart and center of Hotham Alpine Resort and features the steepest terrain of the resort with several black diamond runs. Unfortunately the recent lack of snowfall combined with above average temperatures has […]

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Oz Brains | August 30, 2023
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Australian Resorts Wake Up to Fresh Snow This Morning

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Australian resorts across New South Wales and Victoria woke up to some fresh snowfalls this morning. It has been snowing a few inches almost every day in the last few weeks and temperatures have stayed below freezing, enabling crews to run the snow cannons at night. Related: [PHOTOS] Much Needed Snow Falls in Australian Resorts & More in the Forecast […]

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Julia Schneemann | August 14, 2023
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[PHOTOS] Much Needed Snow Falls in Australian Resorts & More in the Forecast

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Exciting news for Australian skiers, as the weather Gods seem to have taken pity on us after an unseasonably warm latter-half of July. Clear sunny skies gave way to a cold front that brought clouds and precipitation to the Snowy Mountains in Australia. The forecast for today, Thursday, August 10, 2023, calls for a top-up of between 5-10 cm (2-4 […]

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Julia Schneemann | August 9, 2023
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Tough Snow Conditions Across Australia

It is August and usually this means it is the best month to head out to ski or snowboard downunder. Unfortunately Australia has been hit by a high pressure front, that has kept resorts above freezing temperatures for a whole week. The sunshine combined with the spring-like temperatures melted significant amounts of the snow cover and above freezing temperatures did […]

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Julia Schneemann | August 4, 2023
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Hotham, Australia, Announces Tina Burford as New General Manager

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Mount Hotham Skiing Company, Australia, today announced Tina Burford as its new General Manager, effective July 3, 2023. Tina is a seasoned industry veteran with almost four decades of experience, including 32 at Perisher, where she is currently Resort Services Director.   She has worked internationally within the industry including in Austria, Canada, the U.S., and of course, in Australia. Her passion […]

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Oz Brains | June 28, 2023
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Today is the Final Day to Buy Your Epic Australia Pass

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Friendly reminder to all our Australian readers: The Epic Australia Pass sale will end tonight, June 21, 2023. With fresh snow on the ground and more in the forecast, Australian ski resorts in New South Wales and Victoria are getting ready to open new lifts and terrain. Rumour has it the Leichhardt chair is opening in Perisher today. So don’t […]

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Oz Brains | June 20, 2023
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Two Consecutive Cold Fronts Heading for Australian Alps

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Two consecutive cold fronts are heading for the Australian Snowy Mountains, bringing much-needed snow to the alpine ranges. The first cold front will hit on Sunday, June 18, 2023, and last until Monday. Snow forecasts range from 20cm (8 inches) to 43cm (17 inches) for those two days, and snow is expected down to 900m (2,950ft) above sea level. The […]

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Julia Schneemann | June 17, 2023
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