She’s Here: Barbie Visits Perisher Ski Resort, Australia In time with her real action movie premier, Barbie, everyone’s beloved doll, visited Perisher Ski Resort, Australia. Someone at Perisher’s PR department clearly had a lot of fun with this and we thought we’d share some screenshots with our readers. Related: VIDEO: “Gnarbie” – Winning Video for Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, CA’s Spring Skiing Capital Contest | Additional Prizes Still […] Laughs Oz Brains | August 12, 2023 0 Comments
Unfavorable Mid-Season Conditions Plague Australian Ski Resorts Skiing in Australia this season has been full of ups and downs. During the beginning of the season in late June, snow was scarce. Many resorts were forced to employ snowmaking to replenish their trails and terrain. Soon after, cold temperatures began to roll in. The rest of the season looked like it would turn out ok in the end. […] Ian McIsaac | August 9, 2023 0 Comments
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 […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 4, 2023 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Report: Fast & Firm Snow and Post-Holiday Quiet Makes for Perfect Carving Practice Report from July 26, 2023 Yes, I know, you all want to hear about the pow — but let’s face it, it has not snowed in Australia in weeks, and it has been sunny during the day and freezing at night, so there simply is no powder skiing or boarding to be had at Perisher right now. While I love […] Conditions Report Julia Schneemann | July 26, 2023 0 Comments
Oakley Community Days at Perisher, Australia, This Weekend Oakley is bringing its Community Days to Perisher, Australia, this weekend. Snow fans and visitors to Perisher will be able to ride along with some of the world’s most exciting snow athletes, as well as test the iconic Oakley Prizm Lens Technology on the mountain. “We’re excited to welcome Oakley to Perisher for what is sure to be a really fun weekend! […] Industry News Oz Brains | July 25, 2023 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Conditions Report: In the Eye of the Blizzard from Oz Saturday July 8, 2023 The snow was coming, all the forecasts agreed. The only disagreement was the exact amount, but it looked like today would be anywhere between 40-60cm. No one could sleep. Not because of the anticipation but because of the howling winds whipping across the Snowy Mountains. Gusts of up to 110kmh were shaking my house in Jindabyne […] Conditions Report Julia Schneemann | July 7, 2023 2 Comments
After a Slow Start to the Season, Australian Ski Resorts Begin Opening All Terrain The start of this year’s ski season in Australia saw little to no snow coverage. Many thought this would be one of the worst seasons the region has had in decades. However, resorts like Mt. Hotham and Perisher have received hefty snowfall in the past few weeks. In addition, many other Australian ski areas have had much lower temperatures as […] Ian McIsaac | July 7, 2023 0 Comments
Perisher, Australia, Launches PEAK Snow Days to Inform Guests During Popular Periods Perisher Ski Resort, Australia, has launched PEAK Snow Days, an initiative to give guests more clarity when the resort will experience heightened demand for its products due to the conditions, so guests can Prepare, Explore, Act and Know before heading to the resort. “As the largest ski resort in the southern hemisphere we have plenty of room for everyone to […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | July 7, 2023 0 Comments