Dire future for Aussie ski seasons
Even if damage is reined in, one of Australia’s key tourism drivers faces a bleak future, new research finds.
Ski & Snow
Detail that totally transformed family trip
A relaxing holiday with a child under five is a rare find – but this destination has managed to work out the magic formula.
Resort eliminates most hated part of skiing
There is an obvious reason this American ski resort is a favourite among the rich and famous – and it wants Aussies to visit next season.
Epic pictures Aussie skiers need to see
It is two months out from Australia’s ski season and our biggest resorts are celebrating the first snowfall for the year.
Terrifying video of teen falling from ski lift
This is the shocking moment a 16-year-old snowboarder slammed onto the ground after dangling from a ski lift in California.
Japanese city Aussies are obsessed with
A whopping eight out of the top 10 international destinations Aussies are searching for most on Airbnb are in Japan.
Beloved teacher dies after crash at Perisher
A NSW PE teacher and father-of-two has tragically died after a crash at Perisher, while he was leading a school snow tour.
‘Scary’: Aussie skiers climb out of Skitube
Snowgoers returning from Australia’s biggest ski resort on the weekend didn’t have the trip home they expected.
Why this ski photo has Aussies fired up
This picture at one of Australia’s most popular ski resorts has sparked a massive debate when it comes to skiing Down Under.
Surprising twist amid nightmare ski season
Despite a nightmare start to the ski season with low snow and grassy slopes, hundreds of thousands of people have rushed to the snow fields.
One thing Aussie ski resorts can’t agree on
Australia’s two biggest ski resorts have opposite views when it comes to handling one of the biggest complaints skiers and snowboarders have.
Twist after man’s lost phone went viral
Some Aussies predicted no one would own up to this lost phone after the owner became the butt of jokes online – but they were wrong.
Depressing scenes at Aussie ski slope
Snow-lovers fed up with huge queues at Australia’s biggest ski resort were forced into a depressing act after paying over $200 for a day on the slopes.
‘RIP us’: Insane queues at Aussie ski field
Australia’s biggest ski resort is packed. Videos show huge queues of cars entering and exiting, and massive lines for ski lifts.
Two pictures show Aussie miracle
After a bleak start, the Aussie ski season has kicked into gear with mammoth snowfalls blanketing the east coast in frosty beauty.
Sherpa records shocking Everest act
Climbers across the globe have been left shocked by footage filmed recently on Mt Everest which captured a truly hideous sight.
Ski resorts reject snow season warnings
Ski resorts have rejected warnings about the potential for below-average snowfall this season, as they gear up for a massive opening weekend.
Tiny American town shocks Aussie
This Aussie tourist could hardly believe her eyes when visiting a tiny American town in Colorado.
Putin’s lavish secret ski lodge revealed
A Russian YouTube account says it has uncovered President Vladimir Putin’s sprawling secret ski lodge that’s protected by missiles.
Moment buried snowboarder found by skier
Dramatic footage captured the moment a snowboarder was rescued after being buried headfirst in a deep mound of packed snow.
Aussie ski slopes open early
One of Australia’s top ski resorts has opened early after surprise snow dumps, bringing joyful scenes to the slopes.
Incredible spot should be your next ski trip
Borders are finally open again which means your opportunity to get your snow fix are now endless. And one of the world’s best spots is ready for tourists.
Aldi‘s shock cancellation of cult sale
It is reliably one of Aldi’s most popular sales of the year, with people queuing before doors open. But this year, it’s cancelled.
World’s best place to ski with kids
If you’re planning the perfect family ski holiday, the Canadian Rockies are calling. Think fresh powder, great ski schools, and activities aplenty.
Trick to saving up to $500 on ski trip
There’s a smart way to save hundreds of dollars on your trip to Australia’s ski resorts this winter — and it’s all based on what week you pick.
‘Shocking’: Aldi sale like we’ve ‘never seen’
After being canned in 2020 amid the pandemic, the Aldi snow sale was pegged to be ‘better than ever’. But the scenes at one store looked very different.
Massive change for Aldi’s biggest sale
After being canned in 2020 amid the pandemic, one of Aldi’s biggest sales of the year is back this Saturday – but it will be very different.
‘Higher-than-normal’ weather event coming
After a rocky season on the slopes amid the pandemic in 2020, this year the winter forecast is shaping up to be the best yet for the ski fields.
‘Unprecedented’: How Thredbo will look this year
With Thredbo season passes about to go on sale, these are the old favourites and new experiences we can expect during the resort’s most anticipated ski season yet.
Qantas launch three surprise new routes
As the last of the warmer days linger in the air, Australian airline Qantas has pivoted away from coastal routes to a slightly more wintry destination.
Big change to Aussie ski fields this year
Whether you’re looking for luxury or leisure on your next Aussie ski trip, here’s all you need to know before hitting the slopes this season.
Thredbo joins other ski fields to reopen
As parts of the domestic tourism industry gear up for a June 1 reopening, Thredbo has announced their slopes will be ready for the winter.
Shoppers torn as Aldi cancels sale event
It’s the Special Buys event that attracts thousands each year. But the cancellation of the snow gear sale has left some shoppers angry.
This could be the best job in the world
It’ll pay around $40 an hour, but applications for the “World’s Best Job” are open — and the best part is you don’t need any experience to apply.
Inside the billionaires’ playground
IT’S where CEOs, celebrities and even American presidents go to play. This resort has built itself on an unmatched level of exclusivity and luxury.
Elyse Knowles stuns with hidden talent
She may be known for owning the catwalk, but model Elyse Knowles has wowed social media with footage of her secret skill.
Highs and lows of the ski season
IT’S official, the ski season has begun. But those heading to the slopes may want to pack other sporting equipment to entertain themselves.
Holiday decision that could be costing you
YOU might think heading to the Aussie slopes is the best way to have fun this winter, but it’s often cheaper in some surprising places.
Aldi’s craziest sale returns
It’s one of the biggest sale events of the year for the German retailer. Now the annual Aldi snow sale date has been announced.
Best items at Aldi ski sale
In just a few more days, Aldi’s biggest sale event will drop. But now, an insider has revealed the top items that will cause chaos at the annual Snow Sale.
Insane sale more popular than election
Aldi’s biggest sale event of the year dropped this morning, drawing longer queues than some polling booths around the nation.
Icy blast delivers massive snow fall
The cold snap will bring even more snow on Sunday, with experts saying the ski conditions are the best they’ve seen in decades.
$35 Kmart puffer changes everything
They’re the light, trending item making the sudden cold snap bearable and we’ve scoured the shops to find the best deal in town.
Bad news as ‘spinning’ cloud shifts course
As wild weather brings heavy rain and even snow across parts of the country, an unusual pattern means bad news for those heading to the snow.
‘Rain event’ to destroy ‘best ever’ season
Just two weeks ago, snow lovers were dancing in more than 70cm of fresh powder. But this week, the slopes will face an unwelcome change.
Photo that shows our dire winter
Hey snow, where the bloody hell are you? Australia’s mild winter has been a curse for skiers but that is set to change as damaging winds, rain and snow sweep across the south.
Skier plunges 10m from Thredbo chairlift
A skier is lucky to be alive, after a chairlift he was sitting on was hit by a “freak” gust of wind, sending the man crashing to the ground.
You need to know this Wonderland
A WHISTLESTOP weekend trip to magical Whistler had Melissa Hoyer go weak at the knees: and that wasn’t just her ski style. The place is sensational.
Unique feature about this boarding pass
While most plane tickets are quickly lost among travel documents, this one is harder to misplace – and only 27 Aussies will be able to get one.
Austrian Alps: A winter wonderland
MOUNTAINS are about more than just winter sports: explore thermal springs, resorts and nature parks.
Quirky winter haven on our doorstep
Just a few hours from Sydney, this popular resort puts on a hell of a show to celebrate winter — and it has something for everyone.
Simple mistake costing you hundreds
If you thought taking a ski trip this winter would be cheap, think again. These mistakes will cost you dearly, but here’s how to avoid them.
A povvo’s guide to skiing in Australia
WHEN your mates are frothing for the snow but you can’t afford a lift ticket, this is the solution. Anyone can afford to ski the povvo way.
What goes on in the world’s richest town
A CONSTANT stream of celebrities and money tends to define the chic ski town of Aspen, but just as much happens off-piste as it does on the slopes.
Thredbo kicks off Aussie ski season
AUSTRALIA’S leadings snow resorts officially kicked off their 2016 winter seasons over the long weekend, with some impressive early, well, party conditions.
Wild weather delivers early snow
THE weather system responsible for this week’s severe conditions in the south east has brought an early surprise for ski resorts in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.
Wild weather delivers early snow
THE weather system responsible for this week’s severe conditions in the south east has brought an early surprise for ski resorts in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.
World’s best lamington goes global
SNOW was swapped for coconut as leading chef Neil Perry made our humble lamington famous on the chic ski slopes of Aspen.
Skiing just got ridiculously cheap
RICH person’s sport? Forget it. After a super snowy local season, Aussie resorts are bending over backwards to entice you back in 2016. These prices are amazing.
Filthy fat ferocious flakes of fury
WELCOME to Snowtember. It’s absolutely dumping snow in the Australian Alps today and the season could extend later than ever before. This is why.
The great Aussie snow myth
OUR lift tickets are some of the most expensive in the world, making a trip to the snow cost a fortune. So are you really better off going to Japan or Canada?
Moment a race turned super nasty
KARMA is a bitch. After buffeting his opponents out of the way, our reporter got exactly what he deserved in Australia’s wildest, meanest ski race.
Help! Anybody got a shovel?
THIS little Aussie ski resort is buried under three metres of snow. If you’ve got a shovel, they desperately need to hear from you. Now. Please help.
Shhh! Don’t mention the ‘R’ word
A WEEK after huge snowfalls, the Australian snow industry is in total denial about a four-letter ‘R’ word it can’t bring itself to say. It’s not that hard, guys.
The unluckiest ski hill in Australia
THE Antarctic Vortex delivered most resorts exactly what they wanted this week: snow and loads of it. But this forlorn little ski resort didn’t get a flake.
The beer-o-meter doesn’t lie
WANT to know how much snow has REALLY fallen in the Antarctic Vortex? Don’t believe ski resort hype. Trust the beer-o-meter, people. Trust only the beer-o-meter.
Buy a shovel. Snowpocalypse is coming!
THIS time last year, a metre of snow blanketed the Australian Alps. Right now, there’s nothing. But whoa, is there a megatsorm on the horizon …
Incredible weather ‘bomb’ strikes
“THIS is shaping up to be the biggest single dump we’ve had since 2010.” New Zealand is in the midst of a huge snowstorm, which is leaving Australia a bit jealous.
Fashion and fizz hits Oz ski slopes
THE style set has kicked off the Aussie ski season with snow chic and champagne, as the Fashion Bloggers crew shoot its TV show.
The place where money talks and walks
MILLIONAIRES flock to this place to flaunt their wealth. There are private jets everywhere, and member’s only clubs. It’s also home to one of the world’s best hotels.
The huge news for this Aussie ski resort
A HUGE announcement this morning could change the Aussie ski landscape forever. Costing millions of dollars, is this a game changer for the industry?
Never, ever ignore the ‘whump’
THIS Aussie is lucky to be alive, and all because he ignored a subtle noise which he intuitively knew was trouble. If you’re ever at the snow, NEVER do this.
‘I’m high and I slept with your wife’
AN Aussie ski instructor has made some outrageous confessions about what it’s really like working on the slopes. You’ll be shocked at what goes on.
World’s most dangerous ski resort
ISRAEL has a ski resort? Yes, and it’s not just the icy slopes that’ll wipe you out. Just over the hill lurks a very nasty surprise.
Journey to the ‘roof of Australia’
OUR ski resorts aren’t known for their extreme offerings, but few people realise that we actually have one of the most beautiful alpine environments on Earth.
Ski resort closes with 2 metres of snow
IT’S always a struggle for Aussie ski resorts to make it from June to October with enough snow. So why has this resort closed with a 2m base?
The problem with naked skiing….
THIS will hurt to watch. Some dude just hit Australia’s biggest ski jump at Thredbo with no clothes on. ‘Ice burn’ was the result. Ouch. WARNING: NUDITY
This could be the world’s worst ski resort
SOUTH Africa might just have the world’s worst ski resort. Check the pics, watch the vid and decide for yourself. Well at least they’re trying, right?
Megablizzard is starting to melt
DRAMATIC satellite pics show just how much snow there was after this winter’s megablizzard, and how little there is now. The megamelt has kicked in.
How hard is snowboarding, really?
WE all like to think of ourselves as fairly open-minded when it comes to braving new challenges but just how easy is it to learn a new sport as an adult?
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