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Mt Hutt, New Zealand, June 24, 2010 - A massive 58cm's

A massive 58cm dump of snow over the past two days and more in the forecast has Mt Hutt set up for fantastic skiing and riding and an awesome July school holidays.

The latest fall has resulted in a 1.25m base at the top of the high country ski area and 1.05m at the base, well over the magic 1m level that makes for great coverage.

New Zealand, June 23, 2010 - One of Queenstown's most long standing

One of Queenstown’s most long-standing and successful businesses is celebrating 30 years in the snow industry.

In 1980, national ski racers Nigel and Derek Brown opened a ski shop in their home town of Queenstown, a successful family partnership that continued until 1997 when long-term Browns’ employees Kris Vermeir and Paul ‘Haggis’ Vaitkus joined Derek in part ownership.

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New Zealand, June 23, 2010 - There's heaps of fun for children

There’s heaps of fun for children and their families at Queenstown ski areas these July holidays.

Coronet Peak and The Remarkables have expanded their school holiday programmes to include five-year olds (the age restriction was previously six) and The Remarkables will also offer three and five-day programme options.

Snowsports School Director, Michel Marchand, says they’re aiming to provide on-mountain fun which caters for the whole family. 

Perisher, Australia, June 23, 2010 - Australia's largest and most popular alpine resort

Australia's largest and most popular alpine resort Perisher has unveiled Australia's first snow resort iPhone application, Perisher Tapped.

The new iPhone application provides a comprehensive guide to Perisher as well as the latest information including snow conditions, weather, ski lessons, webcam images and up-to-the-minute ski lift status. And it's free.

New Zealand, June 22, 2010 - Skiers and Riders in Queenstown

Skiers and riders in Queenstown were delighted to wake up to the local ski areas  Coronet Peak and The Remarkables blanketed in new snow this morning - the result of a Southerly blast whipping its way up the South Island.

Hardy types were quickly fitting chains to get to the slopes as the weather cleared and sun peeked through revealing 15 centimetres of fresh powder at each mountain.

New Zealand, June 22, 2010 - New Zealand's men's ski team

New Zealand’s Men’s Ski Team will get an extra boost this winter thanks to a high energy sponsorship deal with New Zealand icon Cookie Time.

Cookie Time’s 'One Square Meal’ bars will power New Zealand’s top ski racing athletes throughout the 2010 winter season.

The team, comprising Ben Griffin, Tim Cafe, Andrew Wylie, Finlay Neeson, Harrison Steedman, and Nick and Jamie Prebble, is training and racing in slalom, giant slalom and su

Treble Cone, New Zealand, June 22, 2010 - Opending day is upon

Treble Cone;

Opening day is upon us and our chance to kick off the Wanaka season this Thursday with some great turns. Warmer weather over the last week has seen the snow settle and thin out in the lower mountain however good work by the snow making crew has ensured opening. We will open with the Learners lifts and the Six seater express in the Home Basin. With Upper Main St flowing down Easy Rider to base.

Whistler Blackcomb, June 20, 2010 - Whistler Blackcomb may be renowned

Whistler Blackcomb may be renowned as a world class ski resort, but with an endless array of activities available to guests on and off the mountains, summer can hardly be called the ‘off-season’ anymore.

Perisher, Australia, June 17, 2010 - Australia's largest

Australia's largest and most popular alpine resort Perisher has had a very successful opening week with new natural snow adding to the snow already on the ground. So much snow, in fact, they're given 15 tonnes of it to The National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra to the great joy of the Zoo's snow leopards and brown bears.

"We've had a great start to this year's season with over 10 centimetres of natural snow added over the opening weekend.

New Zealand, June 16, 2010 - Winter 2010 is shaping up

Winter 2010 is shaping up to be massive. There's a solid 85cm base already on the mountain with more snow forecast in the next couple of days. Bookings are open now so if you are planning a trip get in touch to secure your seats.