Fresh News and Events

Perisher Blue, NSW, July 29, 2008 - A snow holiday can mean many things to Australians

A snow holiday can mean many things to Australians; it can be a completely foreign concept, an unimagined idea, or a far off dream. For others it's an alien and daunting prospect, but something they might want to try at least once in a lifetime. For the enthusiast, a trip to the snow can be a regular event; a fun-filled time spent with family or friends, something to give up other things for.

Mt Hutt, NZ, July 29, 2008 - Last week’s snowfall (90cm) couldn’t have been timed better for competitors

Last week’s snowfall (90cm) couldn’t have been timed better for competitors in the Landrover Mt Hutt Masters Open Masters Ski Race (30 years plus) which kicks off this Friday, 1 August.

Snow Hunter's World Weekly Snow News, July 28, 2008 - A collection of articles from across the world

Latest Global Warming Report Gloomy For Colorado Snow Sports

A report by the Denver-based National Conference of State Legislatures in conjunction with Maryland University has noted that Colorado’s climate has been growing warmer for 50 years, especially in the mountains.

Snow Hunter's Snow News, July 28, 2008 - Abu Dhabi’s National newspaper (www.thanational.ae) has reported

Abu Dhabi’s National newspaper (www.thanational.ae) has reported that a team of 114 German engineers have been laying ground works for what will be by far the biggest indoor snow slope in the world at Jebel Hafeet at 2.6km (1.7 miles) long. That is five times longer than the existing longest indoor slopes in Holland and Germany and six and a half times longer than neighbour Ski Dubai.

SNOW HUNTER'S SNOW NEWS, July 28, 2008 - Over 200 competitors from 17 countries

Over 200 competitors from 17 countries: have arrived in New Zealand for the Burton Open which kicks off Tuesday, July 29th at Snow Park NZ.

The Burton New Zealand Open is the first event of the 2008/09 Burton Global Open Series (BGOS) which features competitions in Australia, Japan, Europe, Canada and the USA.

WHISTLER, BC, July 28, 2008 - Whistler Blackcomb’s employees were recently recognized

Whistler Blackcomb’s employees were recently recognized for delivering exceptional guest service during this last winter season. The company has been named National Winner of the 2008 Canadian Ski Council Industry Recognition and Excellence Research Award, awarded recently at the Canadian Ski Council’s (CSC) annual conference.

QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND (July 27, 2008) - Hundreds of snowboarders flocked to The Remarkables in New Zealand

Hundreds of snowboarders flocked to The Remarkables in New Zealand this weekend to celebrate the opening of Burton’s newest location of The Stash®.

Falls Creek, VIC, July 27, 2008 - Wintry weather and a coating of fresh snow

Wintry weather and a coating of fresh snow - a very good week ahead  for snow enthusiasts of any persuasion.
 
After a memorable week of ideal snow conditions and frequent sub zero overnight temperatures the snow conditions at Falls Creek are about to get even better.

Mt Hutt, NZ, July 24 2008 - 90 centimetres of fresh snow

90 centimetres of fresh snow at Mt Hutt over the past 48 hours holds a tantalizing promise for skiers and riders planning to visit the high country ski area this weekend.

Mt Hutt Ski Area Manager Dave Wilson said the fresh snow had added to an already good base and he expected snow conditions would be fantastic when the weather cleared.

NZ Ski, July 23, 2008 - Snow fun continues in New Zealand with Mt Hutt Ski Resort

Snow fun continues in New Zealand with Mt Hutt Ski Resort experiencing a bumper season, receiving up to 80cm of new snowfalls, while in Queenstown the cover remains thick and fast, ready for The Remarkables to open its snow tubing park.

At Mt Hutt, snow has also settled all the way down to the bottom of the access road which is blocked due to the conditions. The crew are on standby to access the mountain as soon as conditions allow.