News: Snowsport
Alpine Resorts Victoria welcomes VCAT’s planning permit approval for the Falls Creek Lakeside Development
Alpine Resorts Victoria (ARV) has this week advised the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has approved the planning permit for the Falls Creek Lakeside...
Jan 10, 2025
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Chinese developer Sunac sells shares in Harbin Ice and Snow World Park for US$138 million
Chinese property developer Sunac China Holdings is reported to have sold its stake in Harbin Ice and Snow World Park, operator of one of the world’s largest winter-themed parks,...
Dec 1, 2024
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Alpine Resorts Victoria to launch EOI for Lake Mountain and Mt Baw Baw
Alpine Resorts Victoria is preparing to open an expressions of interest process for Lake Mountain and Mt Baw Baw resorts, looking to attract qualified commercial operators...
Nov 28, 2024
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Targa launches new event in partnership with Alpine Resorts Victoria
Following a turbulent few years for Targa after multiple tragedies at Targa Tasmania, a new event has been launched in partnership with Alpine Resorts Victoria. Targa Tasmania...
Nov 17, 2024
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Australian Ski Areas Association names new Chief Executive
The Australian Ski Areas Association (ASAA) has today announced the appointment of Josh Elliott as its new Chief Executive, replacing the late Colin Hackworth who died last...
Nov 6, 2024
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High winter temperatures prompt closure of Selwyn Snow Resort
High temperatures across south eastern Australia over the past week have led to a decrease in snow cover across the alpine region and, as of 25th August, have seen the Selwyn...
Aug 26, 2024
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Operators soon to be announced for Penrith indoor snow attraction
Winter Sports World Managing Director Peter Magnisalis has advised he will soon be revealing the two key operators that will help bring Australia’s $500 million indoor snow...
Aug 15, 2024
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Snow Season Central spotlights most common ski slope violations in Australia
Snow Season Central spotlights most common ski slope violations in Australia With Australians heading to the snow this winter, there are many unspoken rules at Australian ski...
Jul 21, 2024
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Alpine Snowboard FUTURES inspires next generation of snow sport competitors
Alpine Snowboard FUTURES, a skill development initiative by Snow Australia with support from the Alpine Snowboard National Team athletes and PWSC Coaches, was held this week at...
Jul 17, 2024
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Hotham to be first Australian ski resort to host Freeride World Tour events
Hotham ski resort will be the first Australian ski resort to host Freeride World Tour events, featuring both Qualifier and Junior competitions for ski and snowboard. Freeride...
Jul 10, 2024
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Victoria’s alpine resorts welcome new snowfalls
With south-eastern Australia experiencing its coldest start to winter in decades, alpine resorts have reported significant snowfalls over recent days, boosted by an overnight...
Jun 30, 2024
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Alpine Resorts Victoria spotlight their contribution to the economy and wellbeing
With the temperature having plummeted over the past week and with snow falling just in time for the school holidays, all six Victorian resorts are preparing to welcome thousands...
Jun 26, 2024
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Thredbo opens new $9 million alpine coaster
While snow has been scarce over Australia’s alpine region during the opening week of the winter sport season, Thredbo has opened an exciting new experience to attract guests....
Jun 14, 2024
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Operation Snow Safe launched by NSW Police for 2024 ski season
'Operation Snow Safe' was launched yesterday by the NSW Police Force and runs until Monday 7th October during which the community is encouraged to be prepared, plan their trips...
Jun 7, 2024
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Mt Hotham Resort opens for winter notwithstanding lack of snow
This long weekend marks the start of Victoria’s snow season, and while there is little snow coverage, new restaurants, events, a new carpet lift and new, state-of-the-art day...
Jun 7, 2024
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Snow Season Central reveals online search interest in 2024 Southern Hemisphere ski season
Snow Season Central has released its analysis of the search volumes of more than 300 queries related to the Southern Hemisphere ski season in Google against 50 of the most...
Jun 3, 2024
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Major Alpine tourism route reopens ahead of Victoria’s snow season
One of Victoria’s busiest Alpine tourism routes - Bogong High Plains Road – which connects the state’s alpine region to tens of thousands of visitors each year, has reopened...
May 27, 2024
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Alpine resorts look to snow making infrastructure for season opening
While early season snowfalls in Australia’s Alpine region have been erratic, NSW and Victoria’s ski resorts are turning to snowmaking before the winter sport season kicks off as...
May 24, 2024
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