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• Thredbo’s summer event calendar is expected to attract strong visitation to the Snowy Mountains.
• The Thredbo Christmas Carnival begins on December 21 with a range of festive events and activities for the whole family.
• Thredbo’s event offering spans live music and entertainment, festive events, Kids Adventure Festivals during school holidays, unique dining experiences and more.

Hosting a huge number of lively summer events throughout December and January, Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination is expected to attract a wide variety of visitors to the region.

As well as the amazing offering of bucket list hikes, Australia’s only lift accessed Mountain Bike Park and the Southern Hemisphere’s only Alpine Coaster, the summer events calendar at Thredbo is the cherry on top for anyone seeking a memorable holiday.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver, said that the summer events offering is a key ingredient to driving strong visitation and delivering an exceptional customer experience each year.

“There’s something truly magical about our mountains in summer and our holiday events allow us to attract visitors from across Australia to share in their beauty. Thredbo is currently looking magnificent and we are set for a huge summer holiday period. Our events add an extra layer to the experience for both our guests and the local community.”

Kids Christmas Carnival: December 21-25

Santa’s stopping in Thredbo! Across the Christmas period, Thredbo will host plenty of Christmas activities for families to enjoy. The Christmas Carnival begins on December 21 with a free Christmas Party in the Thredbo Village complete with arts and crafts, face-painting, and a visit from the big guy in red! Families can then expect a full line-up of festive activities across the Christmas period that the kids will love, including movie nights, a Christmas Pizza Workshop, a Christmas Decoration Workshop, a Gingerbread House Workshop, Christmas Carols, and even an on-mountain Christmas dining experience at Merritts Mountain Haus! See the full line up of kids Christmas events here.

Merritts Christmas Feast: December 22

For a truly special Christmas experience for the whole family, Thredbo is hosting an on-mountain Christmas Feast. Guests will ride the Gondola to Merritts Mountain Haus for an alpine-inspired Aussie Christmas Feast while enjoying mountain views at sunset. Learn more about the Merritts Christmas Feast here.

Christmas Day Lunch: December 25

Thredbo welcomes guests to come and celebrate with their loved ones this Christmas at one of their Christmas Day Lunches! The Cascades Restaurant Long Lunch features seafood towers, a festive-inspired roast, dessert, and a 3-hour beverage package, while the Kosci Room Family Feast boasts a buffet-style feast perfect for the whole family. Learn more about the Christmas Day Lunch offerings here.

New Year’s Eve Degustation Dinner: December 31

Thredbo is hosting a delicious five-course degustation dinner to help ring in the New Year. Guests can enjoy a magical menu, a 3-hour bottomless beverage package, and sweeping views of the mountains before dusting off their dancing shoes for some late-night entertainment in the Alpine Bar. Learn more about this event and see menu here.

Thredbo New Year’s Eve Party ft. The Spindrift Saga: December 31

After a day of ticking off bucket-list hikes and adrenaline-fueled mountain biking, Thredbo invites guests to ring in the New Year with friends and family at some of Thredbo’s best bars and restaurants with live and free entertainment. Learn more about this event here.

Thredbo Summer Music Series ft. The Crowdies presented by Balter: January 4

Hosted at the Alpine Bar with a stunning summer mountain backdrop, the Crowded House tribute band The Crowdies will bring the perfect atmosphere for a memorable night in Thredbo. This free event kicks off from 3pm and is shaping up to be one of the best afternoons of the summer in Thredbo. Learn more about this event here.

Thredbo Summer Music Series ft. Jack Biilmann presented by Balter: January 11

As another installment of the Thredbo Summer Music Series, Thredbo hosts the smooth sounds of Jack Biilmann for a captivating, world-class live show in the mountains. Learn more about this event here.

The 30th Thredbo Blues Festival presented by Kosciuszko Pale Ale: January 17

Celebrating 30 years of the Thredbo Blues Festival, this event is not to be missed! The iconic Thredbo Blues Festival brings three thrilling days of top-notch blues, delicious food, and great wine. Learn more about Thredbo Blues Festival and see the full line up here.

Snowies Beer, Food & Wine Festival: January 24-26

Thredbo invites guests to sip, swirl, and taste their way through a non-stop weekend of regional craft beers, wines, spirits, local gourmet food, and live music at the Snowies Beer, Food & Wine Festival. Kicking off on Friday with a ‘Beer vs Wine Dinner,’ followed by a huge lineup of sampling the region’s best produce, and an opportunity to ‘Meet the Maker’ on Saturday night, all before wrapping up on Sunday with ‘Brews and BBQs’ hosted by crowd-favourite brewers. Learn more about this event here.

Kids Summer Adventure Festival: December 21-January 12

The Kids Summer Adventure Festival combines all the best parts of outdoor recreation in the Snowy Mountains with a range of indoor activities to keep kids occupied this summer. From treasure hunts and arts and crafts to rock climbing, face painting, and more, there is something for all ages during these summer holidays in Thredbo. Learn more about the Kids Summer Adventure Festival here.

Ultimate Summer Adventure Destination

As well as an incredible line up of events, Thredbo’s summer offering spans across all things outdoor adventure with a calendar full of unique hiking, biking and wellness events. See the full summer events line up here.

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• Thredbo have been crowned ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ for the eighth consecutive year in a row at the prestigious World Ski Awards in addition to receiving a suite of other awards for winter 2024.
• Thredbo also takes home the ‘Best Australian Ski Resort For Families’ at the Out & About with Kids annual Readers’ Choice Awards for the seventh year in a row.
• For the third consecutive year, Thredbo also wins ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort at the Snowsports Industries Of Australia Awards.
• Thredbo Resort is so thrilled to have been awarded the Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Award at the 2024 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Tidy Towns Sustainability Awards.

Thredbo is excited to announce its eighth consecutive win as ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the 2024 World Ski Awards, alongside receiving ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort for Families’ at the 2024 Out And About With Kids Awards for the seventh year in a row. Additionally, Thredbo was awarded ‘Best Australian Resort’ at the 2024 Snowsports Industries Awards for the second consecutive year, among other accolades.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver, expressed that it is an honour to receive these prestigious awards.

“I am so proud of the Thredbo team for consistently delivering a premium experience each season despite the challenges faced this winter. Our success in 2024 is a direct result of the hard work and commitment of not only our team, but also the unwavering community support and the guests who choose Thredbo as their winter destination year after year,” said Mr. Diver.

As Australia’s Best Ski Resort, Thredbo is committed to continuously improving its offering, and winter 2024 was a testament to this. With the introduction of the Alpine Coaster, the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, and an unparalleled lineup of events and entertainment, winter 2024 in Thredbo was one for the books.

2024 World Ski Awards: Australia’s Best Ski Resort
Thredbo has been awarded ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ for the eighth consecutive year at the 2024 World Ski Awards. As the most prestigious awards program in the ski tourism industry, the World Ski Awards is the only international initiative to recognise, reward, and celebrate excellence in ski tourism on a global scale. This win is a direct result of Thredbo’s commitment to delivering a world-class customer experience through a diverse range of on-mountain experiences, Australia’s biggest events calendar, and the country’s best skiing and snowboarding.

2024 Out And About With Kids Readers’ Choice Awards: Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families
Voted by Australian families, Thredbo is proud to be crowned ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort for Families’ at the 2024 Out And About With Kids Readers’ Choice Awards for the seventh year in a row. This win reflects Thredbo’s incredible family offering, including snow terrain for all abilities, Australia’s only alpine gondola, Australia’s only Alpine Coaster, one of the country’s best snow sports schools, a dedicated beginner area, and a huge variety of family-friendly events.

2024 Snowsports Industries of Australia Awards: Best Australian Resort
Once again, Thredbo earns recognition and for the third year in a row is named ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the Snowsports Industries of Australia awards.

2024 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW: Tidy Towns Sustainability Awards

Thredbo was also awarded the Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Award at the 2024 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Tidy Towns Sustainability Awards, along with the Litter Prevention, Resource Recovery, and Overall Tidy Towns Award in the population category of less than 1,500 people.

As the first Australian snow resort to hold Gold EarthCheck Sustainable Destination Certification for four years running, this further recognition of our environmental initiatives is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team in promoting sustainable practices and protecting the unique alpine environment for future generations.

Looking Forward

As they continue to strive to improve their offering, Thredbo, supported by EVT, has made significant developments to their snow-making fleet with the purchase of a new ‘All-Weather Snowmaking Unit’, the first of its kind in New South Wales. The Demac Lenko SnowPRO 260 is designed to produce up to 260m³ of snow per day in temperatures up to 20°C. This, combined with traditional snow making, will have a major positive impact on Thredbo Resort’s ability to ensure great snow coverage in their beginner area on Friday Flat.

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• The Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko presented by UTMB returns to the Snowy Mountains from 28-30 November.
• With race distances ranging from 30km to 100 miles, trail runners of all backgrounds will be descending upon the region.
• Part of the UTMB World Series, the event carries the opportunity for runners to earn Running Stones, the pathway to qualification for Ultra-Trail Mont Blanc.
• Over 3400 athletes are running across the event.
• The finish line atmosphere in Thredbo Resort is sure to be electric as spectators and support crews cheer on their loved ones’ incredible achievements.

The Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko, presented by UTMB, returns to the Snowy Mountains from November 28th-30th. With over 3,400 athletes, plus spectators, volunteers, and support crews, Thredbo is expected to serve as a base camp for competitors throughout the event.

Featuring four distances—the Kosci30, Kosci50, Kosci100, and KosciMiler—the Kosciuszko National Park sets the stage for athletes to push their limits across some of Australia’s most picturesque running terrain. Athletes will experience runnable trails winding through Australia’s iconic snow gum forests and granite outcrops, creating the ultimate runner’s high.

With run clubs and outdoor adventure rapidly gaining popularity across Australia, it’s clear why this event sells out year after year.

Racing kicks off on Thursday, November 28th, and continues through Saturday, November 30th, with thousands of athletes crossing the finish line at Thredbo Resort. If past events are any indication, the atmosphere at the finish line at Friday Flat will be electric as athletes complete their extraordinary feats.

Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko is also part of the UTMB World Series, with all distances offering the chance to earn Running Stones, the qualification pathway for the prestigious Ultra-Trail Mont Blanc. This, along with the event’s infectious atmosphere, is one of the reasons athletes flock from around the world to take on this challenge.

With the singular finish line for all distances located on Friday Flat, Thredbo Resort will transform into the perfect home base for athletes and spectators alike throughout the three-day event. Spectators can cheer on athletes as they race through Thredbo Village before heading to the finish line to witness the thrilling conclusion, which many will be watching from across the globe.

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• Thredbo Mountain Bike Park is celebrating a massive opening day for the 2024/25 summer season.
• A huge number of guests turned out to ride Australia’s only lift-accessed mountain bike park.
• Guests enjoyed brand new trails and trail upgrades, live music and stacks of giveaways.
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Thredbo MTB Park is celebrating a massive opening day with an impressive number of guests turning out to ride Australia’s only lift-accessed mountain bike park.

Thredbo MTB Park welcomed an influx of riders today to kick off the 2024/25 summer season.

With the debut of a brand-new intermediate trail called ‘Revolver’ and a bunch of trail upgrades, excitement was at an all-time high today for the official opening of Australia’s premier mountain biking destination.

With an incredible turnout at the event, Thredbo was overtaken by riders today, as Thredbo MTB Park continues to attract mountain bikers from across Australia season after season.

Guests were spoilt for choice with awesome trail conditions, new trails and exciting upgrades, live music and a stack of prizes to be won.

Thredbo’s ambassador crew, including Sian A’Hern, Caroline Buchanan, Kye A’Hern, Tim Eaton, Jackson Connelly, Tom Crimmins, Maddy Lloyd, Tegan Molloy, Jackson Frew, Benson Archer, and Georgia Hennes, were spotted ripping the trails on opening day. The ambassadors were the first to test the park yesterday and continued to make the most of the over 40km of trails with guests over the weekend.

To celebrate opening day, the ambassadors hosted a massive giveaway on the mountain, hiding prizes around the trails for guests to find. The hero prize was the highly sought-after All Event Entry to the Boost Mobile Cannonball MTB Festival, one of the biggest Australian MTB events on the calendar.

Today was just the beginning of what’s shaping up to be a huge summer in Thredbo, checkout the full line-up of events here.

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• Thredbo Resort has launched an all-inclusive multi-day guided hike along the NSW Government’s new Snowies Alpine Walk.
• Complete with buffet breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, accommodation and private transfers to trailheads in a Defender – this multi-day experience adds a little bit of luxury to your adventure.
• Thredbo’s bespoke Snowies Alpine Walk Experience aims to enhance accessibility to the growing demand for multi-day hikes in Australia.

With the introduction of the Snowies Alpine Walk for 2024, a 55km grade 4 hike across the alpine roof of Australia, Thredbo is so excited to be offering an unforgettable and accessible way to enjoy this world-class hike. Winding through the pristine montane zones of Kosciuszko National Park, the Snowies Alpine Walk features panoramic views of iconic high-country plains. With a new product from Thredbo Resort, adventure seekers can now explore this rugged terrain without sacrificing creature comforts.

For outdoor enthusiasts who want to add a little bit of luxury to their overnight hike repertoire, or for those eager to try their first multi-day hike – the Thredbo Snowies Alpine Walk Experience is the perfect choice.

With a 44km total distance for the 3 night package and a 24km total distance for the 2 night package, guests will enjoy a rewarding combination of exploration and relaxation throughout their journey! Each day, guests will begin with a buffet breakfast from the Cascades Restaurant before heading out in a Defender to the trail head. From there, accompanied by their experienced guide, they will venture across the newly built trail and soak in the unparalleled views of the Main Range before enjoying a packed lunch provided by the Thredbo Bakery. Once the day of hiking is done, guests will be collected and taken back to Thredbo for a delicious dinner and rest their legs at their accommodation at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel.

What’s Included

• Multi-day return transport from Thredbo to trailheads in a Defender
• Each day your guide will point out endemic flora and fauna thriving in unlikely places
• 15-minute scenic chairlift ride with sweeping views of Thredbo Valley and Kosciuszko National Park
• Accommodation at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel
• Buffet Breakfast at Cascades Restaurant
• Daily packed lunch provided by the Thredbo Bakery
• Dinner provided at Thredbo owned outlets

Prices

• 2 day hike: prices for 2 people twin share starting at $1998
• 3 day hike: prices for 2 people twin share starting at $2798

Book now

Bookings are open across limited dates now with spaces expected to fill quickly. Jump online to thredbo.com.au to secure your spot.

Twin share and single share options available, bookings for up to four people.

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• Thredbo is excited to announce the Boost Mobile Australian Mountain Biking Interschools is back for 2025.
• From 3-7 March, Thredbo MTB park will be taken over by school students from across the country.
• After a record-breaking year in 2024, The Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools for 2025 promises to be one for the books.
• Registrations now open for a week of action-packed riding, racing and good times among classmates.

Thredbo is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools.

Set to take over Thredbo from 3-7 March, the 2025 MTB Interschools will see school kids from across Australia flock to the Snowy Mountains to compete with their classmates.

MTB Operations Manager Daniel Taliana looks forward to seeing the Australian Mountain Biking talent pool grow through such events.

“The MTB Interschools here in Thredbo is all about supporting young mountain bikers, building their skills, confidence and camaraderie. The event is a great platform for them to showcase their talent and enjoy the thrill of competition. With such a great variety of events, Interschools is sure to help shape the sport’s future stars,” said Mr Taliana.

The 2025 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools will feature five divisions for school children between years 3 and 12, offering four events catering to all mountain biking disciplines.

This year’s event will see a split schedule with dual racing days. Divisions 3, 4 & 5 will race Monday to Wednesday while divisions 1 & 2 will race Wednesday to Friday. Competitors can race as individuals or as a part of their school team and are able to choose which of the five race disciplines to compete in.

Race Divisions

• Division 5 – School Years 3 & 4
• Division 4 – School Years 5 & 6
• Division 3 – School Years 7 & 8
• Division 2 – School Years 9 & 10
• Division 1 – School Years 11 & 12

Race Schedule 

• Monday 3rd March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | Maxxis All Mountain
• Tuesday 4th March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | Fox Flow & Deity Pump Track
• Wednesday 5th March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | Rockshox Downhill
• Wednesday 5th March – Division 1 & 2 | Maxxis All Mountain
• Thursday 6th March – Division 1 & 2 | Fox Flow  & Deity Pump Track
• Friday 7th March – Division 1 & 2 | Rockshox Down

Registration Is Now Open

Registration for the 2025 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools is now open. All event entry costs $329 which includes 4 days of lift access that is valid on the competitor’s race days and one practice day the day prior to racing. Thredbo Gravity Pass holders will receive a 20% discount on the cost of all event entry. Individual event entries are also available with a 10% discount available for season pass holders. Gravity Passes are still currently available for purchase but are selling fast – get yours here.

All MTB Interschools competitors must be at least 7 years of age as of 3 March 2025.

Registration is expected to fill up fast and accommodation is booking quickly so families are encouraged to plan ahead and book online in advance.

Head to thredbo.com.au to find out more and register now.

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• The iconic Thredbo Blues Festival presented by Kosciuszko Pale Ale is returning to the mountains in 2025 for its 30th year! 
• Experience three electrifying days of blues music, delicious food and great wine from January 17 – 19. 
• To mark its 30th year, the 2025 artist lineup has been revealed as Thredbo’s biggest yet.
• Headline acts include Jeff Laing, Mal Eastick & Leanne Paris Band, Mighty Reapers, Nathan Cavaleri and many more. 
• From today, discounted Early Bird Festival Passes are now on sale at thredbo.com.au.

Celebrating its 30th year, Thredbo is excited to announce that the iconic Thredbo Blues Festival presented by Kosciuszko Pale Ale is returning in 2025 with its biggest-ever artist lineup.

Boasting three massive days of soulful tunes and good vibes from January 17 – 19, 2025, the highly-anticipated festival is expected to attract hundreds of music lovers to the Snowy Mountains.

The incredible 2025 lineup features over 22 of the country’s best blues acts with headliners including Jeff Lang, Mal Eastick & Leanne Paris Band, Mighty Reapers, Nathan Cavaleri, Bondi Cigars, Foreday Riders, 19Twenty, The Two Tones, and Genevieve Chadwick… just to name a few! Be sure to check out the full lineup here.

A Unique Music Experience In The Mountains

Whether you’re a diehard blues fan or simply looking to add another dimension to your Snowy Mountains visit this summer, the Thredbo Blues Festival promises a lively atmosphere that everyone will enjoy.

Surrounded by the idyllic backdrop of Australia’s highest mountains, the 30th Thredbo Blues Festival will be one to remember with lively gigs and intimate sets taking over more than fifteen locations across the resort including restaurants, bars, and outdoor venues.

In addition to the overflowing lineup of blues performances, guests can fill their days indulging in gourmet food and wine, soaking up the picturesque alpine surroundings and enjoying the resort’s wide range of adventures including mountain biking, hiking and riding the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster.

Early Bird Festival Passes Now On Sale

Early Bird Festival Passes include access to all gigs across the entire festival and a scenic chairlift pass for Friday to Sunday. Use your included scenic chairlift pass to visit Australia’s highest restaurant or embark on one of the incredible hikes on offer, including the famous Mt Kosciuszko Hike.

A limited number of discounted Early Bird Festival Passes are available to purchase now from $209. Head to thredbo.com.au to score the best value on your 2025 Thredbo Blues Festival Pass now.

Book Accommodation Now

To be close to all the action, be sure to secure accommodation in the heart of Thredbo Village. Guests are encouraged to plan ahead and book in advance to avoid missing out. Book now at thredbo.com.au.

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• Registration is now open for the 2025 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile.
• Australia’s biggest MTB festival returns for a huge week of racing, live music and good times from February 10 – 15, 2025.
• For 2025, a new Osprey All-Mountain Enduro event will be reinventing the existing All-Mountain race into a 3-stage gravity enduro format. 
• There will be some huge upgrades to the Fox Flow Motion Cup racecourse with two new hero trail sections. 
• Following a successful debut in 2024, the Maxxis Dual Slalom event is back in 2025 and will now be a permanent fixture on the Cannonball event schedule. 
• Competitors can score discounted Cannonball multi and single event entry when purchasing a Gravity Season Pass.
• Entry numbers are limited. Riders can register now at thredbo.com.au/cannonballfestival.
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Thredbo is excited to announce that registrations are now open for the 2025 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile.

Taking over Thredbo MTB Park from Monday 10 – Saturday 15 February 2025, Australia’s biggest mountain biking festival offers competitors and spectators six massive days of high-energy racing, live music and good times.

As the event continues to get bigger and better every year, Cannonball 2025 will see the Osprey All Mountain event reimagined as a three-stage enduro event from top-to-bottom, the highly-anticipated return of the Maxxis Dual Slalom event for a second year plus the addition of some huge new sections of trail on the Fox Flow Motion Cup race course. Other crowd-favourite events returning to the lineup include the famous RockShox Australian Open Downhill, the Oakley Pump Track Challenge and the invite-only Deity Whip Wars.

The 2025 Cannonball MTB Festival offers competitors the chance to claim their stake in a huge $120,000 cash and prize purse plus the highly sought-after titles of Cannonball King and Queen.

Thredbo MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said “We love bringing the community together to showcase Australian mountain biking on the world stage at this iconic event. With a huge national and international talent lineup being confirmed to race, it’s shaping up to be the most heated competition we’ve ever seen. We’ve been running Cannonball for over 10 years now, and every year both the competition and crowds that turn out to watch blows my mind!”

Cannonball MTB Festival Event Schedule

Osprey All-Mountain Enduro | Tuesday 11 February  
A new and improved addition to the Cannonball lineup, the Osprey All-Mountain Enduro will test strength and stamina as MTB’s iron men and women tackle 3 diverse race stages. The course will cover the entire mountain, starting from behind Eagles Nest and finishing back at Valley Terminal going through 3 very diverse alpine ecosystems along the way. Not only will the course be challenging, it provides some of the best singletrack found in the country.

Fox Flow Motion Cup | Wednesday 12 & Thursday 13 February   
Set to be a midweek spectacle, the new Fox Flow Motion Cup course will feature a variety of new sections that promise fast action from start to finish! Although not super technical, this event requires a fit and efficient type of rider to take on the huge berms and get hard on the pedals on the long traverses.

Maxxis Dual Slalom |  Thursday 13 February
After its debut in 2024, the Maxxis Dual Slalom is back and here to stay! This crowd-favourite event will have competitors going head-to-head in an exciting dual race format. With a relaxed approach to course design on Friday Flat’s natural amphitheatre, there are plenty of off-camber grass turns and drifting to be had.

Oakley Pump Track Challenge | Friday 14 February
Bringing the village to life on Friday night, the Oakley Pump Track Challenge sees riders take flight under the lights as the sun sets and the night sky takes over. A test of ultimate skill and stamina, riders pump, double and manual around the perfectly sculpted course while the crowd goes wild.

Rockshox Australian Open Downhill | Saturday 15 February
Going down on Thredbo’s iconic Cannonball Downhill, the RockShox Australian Open Downhill sees competitors take on the exhilarating upper-fire road before tackling a high-speed downhill course featuring rock gardens, challenging chutes, massive jumps, and rugged terrain. Promising the biggest payday in Australian downhill history, this event lures in huge international and national talent to compete each year plus a massive crowd of spectators cheering from the sidelines.

Deity Whip Wars | Saturday 15 February
An invite-only event, the Deity Whip Wars will take centre stage on Saturday afternoon.  Creating an incredible atmosphere in the event hub, riders take on the massive jump to throw down for the best whip & best trick titles while the crowd goes wild.

Non-Stop Good Times
The action doesn’t stop on the track during Cannonball! The ultimate spectator event, come along to watch the world’s best riders in action plus enjoy a huge lineup of activations, daily live music and non-stop good times. Don’t miss the Official Cannonball Closing Party at Alpine Bar on Saturday February 15 with a live performance from a special headline guest.

Registration Is Now Open
Offering the best value when registering, Boost Mobile multi-event entry includes 6 days of lift access and entry to the RockShox Australian Open Downhill, Osprey All-Mountain Enduro, Fox Flow Motion Cup, Oakley Pump Track Challenge and the Maxxis Dual Slalom events.

Entry numbers are limited. Head to thredbo.com.au to register for the 2025 Cannonball MTB Festival now.

Score Discounted Event Entry
The Thredbo Gravity Season Pass offers great value for guests planning to ride and compete at the Cannonball MTB Festival. Part of the huge new Gravity Season Pass benefits program, pass holders will score up to 20% off event entries at the 2025 Cannonball MTB Festival.

Thredbo Gravity Season Pass availability is limited. Purchase now at thredbo.com.au.

Thredbo MTB Events Calendar
Thredbo offers Australia’s Biggest MTB Events Calendar. Check out the full lineup of events this summer at thredbo.com.au/events.

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• Today, Thredbo Resort launches its brand-new ‘Unleash Your Inner Wild’ integrated marketing campaign.
• With opening day for Thredbo’s 2024/25 summer season approaching on November 16, the new campaign will encourage adventure lovers to explore the mountains this summer.
• Thredbo’s 2024/25 summer season is shaping up to be the biggest one yet with mountain biking, hiking, the new Alpine Coaster, a massive events calendar and lots more outdoor adventures. 
• Thredbo has launched a series of new Special Deals to help guests save on lift passes, accommodation, lessons and more this summer. 
• When buying online in advance, guests can save up to 30% off adults’ and 50% off kids’ lift passes. 
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Today, Thredbo Resort launches its brand-new ‘Unleash Your Inner Wild‘ integrated marketing campaign.

Running in the lead-up to and throughout Thredbo’s 2024/25 summer season, the new campaign invites every kind of adventure lover to explore the mountains this summer.

Thredbo Brand & Marketing Manager, Richie Carroll says the campaign seeks to inspire the adventurous spirit that everyone has within.

“Focusing on how it feels to be in the mountains, the campaign’s contrast between ‘taking it in’ and ‘letting it out’ encapsulates the balance of adrenaline-spiking thrills and nature-inspired moments of chill that can be found in Thredbo.”

“From shouting at the top of your lungs from Australia’s rooftop, leapfrogging from one granite boulder to another or stopping to smell the wildflowers, ‘Unleash Your Inner Wild’ evokes a real sense of exploration, youth and curiosity,” said Mr Carroll.

Featuring playful and genuine-feeling visuals, the campaign reimagines adventure as an approachable experience for a wide audience. Thredbo’s ‘Unleash Your Inner Wild’ campaign will roll out from today across TV broadcast, Spotify, cinema advertising, digital media, print media and social media.

Non-Stop Mountain Adventures

Kicking off on November 16, 2024 and running through to April 27, 2025, Thredbo’s upcoming summer season is shaping up to be the biggest one yet.

Offering bucket list hikes through Australia’s highest peaks, over 40km of gravity mountain biking trails to explore, thrilling rides on the new Alpine Coaster, fly fishing, golf, tennis and lots more outdoor activities, the summer adventures are endless at Thredbo Resort.

Season passes, lift passes, lessons, guided adventures and more are available to purchase now. Plan your adventure at thredbo.com.au/summer.

More Ways To Save This Summer

Thredbo has launched a series of new Special Deals to help guests save on lift passes, lessons, accommodation and more this summer.

• Buy Early & Save: Score up to 30% off adults’ and 50% off kids’ lift passes when purchased online in advance.
• Private Lessons: Book a private MTB lesson for up to three people from only $219.
• Thredbo Alpine Hotel Adventure Package: Enjoy accommodation, breakfast, scenic chairlift access, an Alpine Coaster ride, access to the Leisure Centre, tennis and golf from only $142.50 per person per night twin share.
• Summit Kosci Family Package: Enjoy accommodation, breakfast and scenic lift passes for a family of four from $497 per night.

Check out all Special Deals at thredbo.com.au/special-deals.

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• Registration is now open for the 2024/25 Thredbo Gravity Series presented by Fox. 
• With $50,000 worth of cash and prizes on the line, competitors will fight for their points across five rounds of mountain bike racing throughout the season. 
• This light-hearted local event series is all about firing up the competition with your mates and then getting together for banter and beers at presentations. 
• The Thredbo Gravity Series offers a fun and supportive environment for mountain bike riders of all abilities to get involved with racing and build their confidence. 
• Entry numbers are limited. Riders can register now at thredbo.com.au. 

Thredbo MTB Park is excited to announce that registrations are now open for its 2024/25 Thredbo Gravity Series presented by Fox.

Kicking off in December and running through to April, this mountain bike racing series offers riders five unique events across four days throughout the 2024/25 MTB season.

Thredbo MTB Business Manager Tim Windshuttle said this series is an awesome way for the local MTB community to come together.

“We’re stoked to bring the Thredbo Gravity Series back for another summer of laidback racing with fierce competition. Your biggest rival might be your mate, brother, or even your dad—but you’ll all share a beer afterwards. Heckling and banter are part of the fun, and each event wraps up on the pub deck with presentations and plenty of trash talk!” said Mr Windshuttle.

The Thredbo Gravity Series offers a great opportunity for riders of all abilities to get involved with racing and build their confidence in a supportive and fun environment.

With multiple categories and overall series champions, there’s a massive $50,000 cash and prizes to be won throughout the series.

Thredbo Gravity Series Event Schedule

• Ricochet Rumble – December 7, 2024
• Pump Track Party – December 7, 2024
• Cruiser Crusher – February 1, 2025
• Supertrail Scramble – March 29, 2025
• Chainless Champs – April 27, 2025

Registration Is Now Open
Riders can choose from All Event Entry or Single Event Entry when registering. Registration numbers are limited. Head to thredbo.com.au to register for the Thredbo Gravity Series now.

Unlock Great Value With A Gravity Pass
The Thredbo Gravity Season Pass offers great value for guests planning to ride for more than six days throughout the season. Riders competing in all five Thredbo Gravity Series events will already be ticking off four of the six days, likely making it a worthwhile investment. Thredbo Gravity Season Pass availability is limited. Purchase now at thredbo.com.au.

Thredbo MTB Events Calendar
Thredbo offers Australia’s Biggest MTB Events Calendar. Check out the full lineup of events this summer at thredbo.com.au/events.

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• Today, Thredbo Resort launched its lift passes, rentals, lessons, guided adventures and more for the 2024/25 summer season. 
• Kicking off on November 16 and running through to April 27, Thredbo’s 2024/25 summer season will offer non-stop adventures including hiking, mountain biking, the new Alpine Coaster, a jam-packed events calendar and lots more. 
• Thredbo Resort invites guests to save big this summer! Book early and enjoy up to 30% off adult passes, while kids can revel in an incredible 50% discount. 
• New this summer, Thredbo Hikes is launching an all-inclusive multi-day guided hike along the NSW Government’s new Snowy Mountains walking track. 
• Thredbo MTB Park is launching several developments this season including new trails, a navigation rebrand and significant upgrades to the existing trail network. 
• Operating for its first-ever summer season, the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster is expected to be a popular attraction. 
• Thredbo’s jam-packed summer events calendar will return with high-energy MTB events, a huge live music lineup, Kids Adventure Carnivals in school holidays and more.

Whether it’s ticking off the bucket list with a hike to Australia’s highest peak, learning new skills at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park or scoring downhill thrills on the new Alpine Coaster, discover your sense of adventure in the mountains this summer.

Kicking off on November 16 and running through to April 27, Thredbo Resort’s 2024/25 summer season of adventures is shaping up to be the biggest and best one yet.

Guests can now book their summer escape with lift passes, lessons, rentals, guided adventures and more becoming available to purchase from today. This summer, Thredbo Resort invites guests to book early and save big with up to 30% off adult passes and an incredible 50% discount for kids.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said he thinks summer in the mountains will be popular this year.

“Whether it’s solo travel, wellness travel or getting the kids off screens and into the outdoors, a mountain getaway speaks to many current travel trends we’re seeing. We know lots of Australians are choosing to travel domestically this year and are more inclined to get out there and explore their own backyard.”

“In line with the ever-growing demand for outdoor adventures such as hiking and mountain biking, we work hard to make our summer offering bigger and better every year. With new MTB trails being built, new guided hiking adventures launching, the continual development of Alpine Australia’s biggest events calendar and of course, our new Alpine Coaster, this year is no exception. We can’t wait to welcome our guests back for more adventures from November 16,” said Stuart Diver.

Explore Australia’s Highest Mountains With Thredbo Hikes

With a brand-new multi-day adventure for hiking enthusiasts, the picture-perfect Alpine Lakes Hike for keen photographers, the Aries Tor Hike for budding ecologists, the challenging Mt Townsend Hike for active adventurers or a unique nighttime hike for astrology lovers, Thredbo’s wide range of guided and self-guided hikes offer something for everyone.

For the first time ever, Thredbo will host a series of new multi-day guided hiking adventures this summer. As the region’s only tourism operator currently offering an all-inclusive guided hike along the NSW Government’s newly built Snowy Mountains walking track, Thredbo’s all-new Snowies Alpine Walk Experience will showcase untouched wilderness and pristine natural wonders from Thredbo to Bullocks Flat. Guests can choose from a 44-kilometre 3-night experience or a 24-kilometre 2-night experience including accommodation at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel, daily guided hikes, Land Rover Defender transport, chairlift access and meals.

Conveniently located at the base of Mt Kosciuszko, Thredbo offers the ultimate base camp location for adventurers looking to take on the new Snowies Alpine Walk independently. The NSW Government’s new walking tracks build upon Thredbo’s existing trails which are accessible via the Kosciuszko Chairlift.

From stargazing underneath the Milky Way to watching the full moon rise over the mountains, Thredbo’s evening hikes have become incredibly popular in recent years. In response to the strong demand, Thredbo Hikes will continue to offer a wide range of guided unique nighttime hikes this summer including Aries Tor At Sunset Hikes, Mt Kosciuszko At Sunset Hikes, New Moon Hikes and Full Moon Hikes.

Most alpine hiking trails start from the top of the resort which can be accessed via the Kosciuszko Chairlift with a scenic lift pass. Hiking Season Passes, Scenic Lift Passes and Guided Hikes are available to book now at thredbo.com.au.

A Mountain Biking Destination Like Nowhere Else

Boasting Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park, over 40 kilometres of downhill terrain for all abilities, an industry-leading MTB School, an extensive range of quality bikes and gear for rental or purchase, and a huge calendar of MTB events, Thredbo is a world-class mountain biking destination.

Set to improve the rider experience even further, Thredbo will unveil several new developments across the MTB Park this summer including a brand-new intermediate trail called ‘Revolver’, a new jumps trail in the Cruiser area, a rebrand of multiple trails to improve navigation, and significant upgrades to the existing trail network with new sections and major realignments.

At Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park, a season pass or a lift pass unlocks the unique experience of jumping on the gondola or the chairlift with your bike and enjoying stunning views on your way to the trails. Providing additional value, the efficiency and speed of chairlift access enables guests to enjoy more time riding each day compared to traditional MTB Park transport options.

For first-timers or riders looking to level up their skills, Thredbo’s world-class MTB School offers a wide range of lessons and programs led by expert instructors. With beginner lessons, women’s only clinics, new 2-day ‘Gravity Groms’ school holiday programs for kids and more, there’s a clinic to help every rider progress their skills.

Guests can find everything they need conveniently located at Thredbo Retail & Rental with an extensive range of bikes, helmets, protective equipment and more available to purchase or hire.

MTB season passes, lift passes, rentals, lessons and more are available to purchase now at thredbo.com.au. To avoid missing out, guests are encouraged to book online in advance.

Score Downhill Thrills On The New Alpine Coaster

Open 365 days a year, Thredbo’s new Alpine Coaster offers guests an exciting new way to score downhill thrills as they ride along 1.5 kilometres of stunning alpine terrain.

The Alpine Coaster officially launched on opening weekend for winter 2024 and proved to be a hugely successful attraction throughout the entire winter season. Now building upon Thredbo’s wide range of outdoor adventures in summer, the world-class Alpine Coaster will continue to grow the region’s year-round appeal.

Alpine Coaster rides can be purchased individually or bundled together with a lift pass. Alpine Coaster rides are available to purchase now at thredbo.com.au.

A Pumping Summer Events Calendar

From culture hits to adrenaline fixes, there’s something for everyone on Thredbo’s jam-packed events calendar this summer.

Offering Australia’s biggest mountain biking events lineup, riders can enjoy spectating or competing at the Cannonball MTB Festival, the Thredbo Gravity Series, Australian MTB Interschools, and more.

From the Taste Of The Snowies Food & Wine Festival for foodies or the 30th Thredbo Blues Festival and the Thredbo Summer Music Series for music lovers, Thredbo’s cultural events lineup is heaving this summer.

During the Christmas and Easter school holidays, Thredbo’s Kids Summer Adventure Carnivals offer families even more value with free events, activities and entertainment every day.

Check out the full events calendar now at thredbo.com.au.

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• Today, Thredbo Resort has launched a new Gravity Pass for the 2024/25 Mountain Bike season. 
• Offering unrivalled value, the new Gravity Season Pass includes unlimited lift access at Thredbo MTB Park plus the biggest-ever benefits program. 
• Exclusive pass-holder benefits include discounted MTB event entry, food & beverage, MTB School lessons, Bring a Friend Vouchers, one free ride and huge discounts on the Alpine Coaster, retail offers, access to the Leisure Centre, golf course and tennis courts, and more. 
• A limited number of Gravity Passes are now available to purchase from today. 
• Offering Australia’s biggest MTB events calendar plus a range of new trails and network upgrades launching, the 2024/25 MTB season is set to be Thredbo’s biggest and best yet. 
• Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park will reopen for the 2024/25 season on November 16 and run through to April 27.

Today, Thredbo Resort has launched a new Gravity Pass for the 2024/25 mountain biking season.

A must-have for passionate riders, the new Gravity Season Pass offers unlimited access to Thredbo MTB Park and the biggest-ever exclusive benefits program.

For riders who plan to ride for more than 6 days this season, the Gravity Pass unlocks incredible value on lift access plus massive further savings while in the resort.

Gravity Pass Benefits Program Includes:

• Discounted Event Entry: Up to 20% off Cannonball MTB Festival and MTB Interschools All Event & Individual Event Entries
• Discounted Food & Drinks: 10% discount at Thredbo-owned food & drinks outlets
• Exclusive Retail Sales: Exclusive 10% – 50% off retail sales from our partners throughout the season
• Bring A Friend Vouchers: 20% discount on Bring A Friend Vouchers
• Alpine Coaster: 1 x Alpine Coaster ride and up to 50% off every additional ride this summer
• Discounted MTB Lessons: 10% off MTB Private Lessons
• Bring A Friend Vouchers: 20% discount on Bring A Friend Vouchers
• Thredbo Leisure Centre Access: Unlimited access to pool & gym plus discounts on Mission Inflatable & trampoline sessions
• Golf & Tennis: 1 round of golf per day and 1 hour of tennis per day
• Season Pass Protection: Complimentary protection in case of injury, illness or international relocation
• Exclusive Access to a Winter 25 Season Pass: Guaranteed access to purchase a Winter 2025 Season Pass

Thredbo MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle encourages riders to make the most of this season with the new Gravity Pass.

“As the country’s only lift-accessed MTB Park, we’re proud to offer an unrivalled downhill riding experience in Australia. With new trails and network upgrades coming plus Australia’s biggest MTB events calendar, it’s shaping up to be our best season yet. If you want to maximise riding time but minimise costs, you’ll score the best value with our new Gravity Pass,” said Mr Windshuttle.

Set to re-open on November 16, Thredbo MTB Park is currently being rebuilt in preparation for the season with a range of exciting developments planned for the months ahead.

What’s New This Summer At Thredbo MTB Park

• New Revolver trail: Providing intermediate riders with more variety off the Kosciuszko Chairlift, the new Revolver trail will offer an alternate option when riding the upper half of the Kosciuszko Flow Trail.
• New Jumps Trail: An exciting new freeride jumps trail is coming to the Cruiser area in 2025.
• Navigation Rebrand: To assist riders with navigating the park, the current two Upper and Lower All Mountain trails are being rebranded into three individual trails; Panorama, Pegasus & Dream Catcher.
• New Rockpools Trail: The new Rockpools trail adds another gravity trail option from Gondola Mid Station to Valley Terminal, utilising the old Village Cross Country Loop in reverse.
• Existing Network Upgrades: A range of upgrades have also been made to the existing trail network. These include a major realignment of the Kosciuszko Flow Trail on the lower slopes, a new section on the Lower All-Mountain Trail (Dream Catcher) and a revamp of Grasshopper with more flow & jumps.

A limited number of Thredbo Gravity Passes are available to purchase now at thredbo.com.au.

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• Today, Thredbo Resort wrapped up its winter 2024 skiing and snowboarding season.
• The resort has closed early due to challenging weather and snow conditions this month.
• Despite the early closure, Thredbo is celebrating a very successful season with incredible skiing and snowboarding conditions in July and August, the triumphant launch of the new Alpine Coaster, the record-breaking winter events calendar, the construction of Australia’s Only 22ft Halfpipe, 13ft Mini Pipe and more.
• To check out the highlight vision and imagery from this season, please click here.

Today, Thredbo Resort wrapped up its winter 2024 skiing and snowboarding season.

The resort has closed early due to challenging weather and snow conditions this month. Despite the early closure, the season was still a big success with two months of incredible snow conditions in July and August, a triumphant launch of the brand-new Alpine Coaster, the record-breaking winter events calendar, the construction of Australia’s Only 22ft Halfpipe, 13ft Mini Pipe and more.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver says he is proud of the world-class guest experience the resort offered this winter.

“While we may be finishing earlier than expected, we also had some of the resort’s best-ever months this season with many big wins to celebrate. To our incredible team who worked tirelessly to make every guest’s experience special this winter, I express a heartfelt thank you. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next winter,” said Stuart Diver.

Ideal Snowmaking Conditions, Fresh Powder & Bluebird Days

For the first two weeks of August, some locals went as far as to say that the snow conditions in Thredbo were the best that they had experienced for 10 years. While the conditions may not have lasted until the end, Thredbo is proud of the incredible skiing and snowboarding conditions it offered from mid-June to late August.

Thredbo invested heavily in new snowmaking infrastructure ahead of this season which proved to be an invaluable asset once again. Consistently freezing temperatures created ideal snowmaking conditions from mid-June onwards, allowing the resort to fire up snowmaking operations almost every night and build a strong snow base that ultimately enabled the resort to stay open for as long as it did.

Several significant snowfalls joined forces with the strong snowmaking operations to offer incredible snow conditions in July, coinciding with the peak school holiday period. A big storm in July saw Thredbo receive 75cm of fresh snow across one week, creating powder conditions for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy every day. From late July to late August, guests enjoyed an entire month of high-quality on and off piste conditions and stunning bluebird weather with sunshine, light winds and excellent visibility almost every single day.

New Thredbo Alpine Coaster Soars Above Expectations 

Thredbo Resort officially launched the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever Alpine Coaster on opening weekend this winter and it’s been hugely successful ever since. Open 365 days a year, it offers a new way for guests to experience the mountain as they coast along 1.5 kilometres of stunning alpine terrain. In winter, this creates a completely unique experience in Australia where riders can enjoy snowy vistas all the way down.

While it was always expected to be an exciting new attraction, it’s been even more popular than Thredbo expected with much higher visitor numbers than originally forecasted. Daily ride numbers are capped to manage the rider experience and unexpectedly, this number has been maxed out on multiple days this season. Another surprising statistic from this season’s Alpine Coaster data was a strong pattern of repeat visitation with guests not just riding the Alpine Coaster multiple times in one day but returning to ride it on two or even three weekends in a row.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said that Thredbo is proud to be taking proactive action to support and protect local tourism now and into the future.

“We are completely committed to investing in our year-round offering. The Alpine Coaster has proven to be a big success in winter and now we’re excited to see the impact it will have 365 days a year. This world-class attraction will build upon our wide range of outdoor adventures this summer and will be a huge drawcard to the region in the shoulder seasons,” said Stuart Diver.

Australia’s Biggest Winter Events Calendar Breaks Records

Thredbo has boasted Australia’s Biggest Winter Events Calendar for many years however this year was the biggest one yet, offering a series of brand-new events and securing record-breaking event turnout.

Thredbo’s famous après lineup was bigger than ever this winter, adding two new events across nine straight weekends featuring 18 headline acts including Bag Raiders, Client Liaison, The Jungle Giants, KLP, Peking Duk, Poof Doof Ski Club, Sneaky Sound System, Stace Cadet and more. On July 27, First Base featuring Peking Duk presented by Canadian Club secured record numbers for Thredbo with thousands of guests turning out to dance underneath the fireworks with one of Australia’s biggest music acts.

Also on this winter’s huge calendar, Thredbo hosted new family-friendly events at the Kids Snow Festival during school holidays, a lineup of action-packed skiing and snowboarding events, a series of unique Alpine Experiences, an exclusive lodge takeover activation with Range Rover, a wide range of backcountry tours, weekly flare runs and fireworks, daily live music and more.

Thredbo Becomes Australia’s Home Of Winter Actions Sports

Thredbo elevated its winter action sports offering to a whole new level this winter, building a new 22ft halfpipe, a new 13ft mini pipe, a 65ft jump, and hosting a new event to support the future stars of the sport.

To support athlete development ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, Thredbo worked with The Stomping Grounds Project to build Australia’s first-ever 22ft Halfpipe for Olympic training during a Southern Hemisphere snow season. The 22ft Halfpipe and a 65ft jump were built in August at the top of the Cruiser area, creating a world-class on-snow training facility that enabled Australians to train for the Olympics in their backyard and a series of the world’s best snowboarders including Scotty James made this their Southern Hemisphere training ground.

Australian pro snowboarder, Olympic medalist and the world’s best halfpipe rider Scotty James became Thredbo’s newest ambassador earlier this year. As part of the partnership, Scotty generously donated a mini pipe cutter to Thredbo, enabling the resort to build the all-new 13ft MOOKi’s Mini Pipe in the Cruiser area this winter for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities to enjoy.

To further support the development of the next generation of Australian athletes, Scotty and Thredbo joined forces to host the first-ever MOOKi’s Mini Pipe Cup event on August 18. A free new skiing and snowboarding event, this sold-out day provided 150 kids the opportunity to spend the day riding with Scotty in the newly built MOOKi’s Mini Pipe. On the day, Scotty awarded a new MOOKi’s Mission Grant to two young riders who exhibited remarkable effort and passion. Aiming to support their future careers, the massive prizes included $1,250 cash and a 2025 Thredbo Season Pass.

A Huge Summer Season Ahead

Thredbo Resort will officially reopen for its summer season of mountain biking and hiking on November 16, 2024.

To find out more about Thredbo’s summer offering, please click here.

• Scotty James and Thredbo joined forces to host the brand-new MOOKi’s Mini Pipe Cup event for kids aged 7 – 17 today.
• This free new event was created to support the development of the next generation of Australian snowsport athletes. 
• The sold-out MOOKi’s Mini Pipe Cup saw 150 kids turn out to spend the day riding with Scotty today and score some huge prizes including the new MOOKi’s Mission Grant.
• Today was the official opening of Thredbo’s new 13ft MOOKi’s Mini Pipe in the Cruiser area for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy during the remainder of the winter 2024 season. 
• After becoming a Thredbo ambassador earlier this year, Scotty James personally donated the mini pipe cutter, enabling the resort to build the new MOOKi’s Mini Pipe this winter and for many seasons to come.
• Today, Thredbo and the Stomping Grounds Project also officially opened Australia’s first-ever 22ft Halfpipe for Olympic training during a Southern Hemisphere winter snow season.
• The new 22ft Halfpipe will be the Australian training ground for elite athletes including Scotty James over the next month. 
• Please see media imagery and vision from MOOKi’s Mini Pipe Cup here.

Today, Scotty James and Thredbo Resort joined forces to host the first-ever MOOKi’s Mini Pipe Cup event. This new free skiing and snowboarding event was created to support the development of the next generation of aspiring Australian snowsport athletes.

Today’s sold-out MOOKi’s Mini Pipe Cup event provided 150 kids aged 7 – 17 the opportunity to spend the day riding with Scotty James in the newly built MOOKi’s Mini Pipe.

Australian pro snowboarder, Olympic medalist and the world’s best halfpipe rider Scotty James became Thredbo’s newest ambassador earlier this year. As part of the partnership, Scotty generously donated a mini pipe cutter to Thredbo, enabling the resort to build the all-new MOOKi’s Mini Pipe in the Cruiser area that officially opened today.

To further support the future stars of Australian snowboarding, Scotty launched q brand-new MOOKi’s Mission Grant for kids at the event today. Awarded to two young riders who exhibited remarkable determination, effort, dedication and genuine passion for the sport, these massive prize grants included $1,250 cash and a 2025 Thredbo Season Pass.

By donating the mini pipe cutter, hosting this new event and launching the new MOOKi’s Mission Grant, Scotty says he is working with Thredbo to create opportunities for the next generation of Australian athletes to train, thrive and excel.

“It’s really special for me to be helping contribute to the growth of the sport right here in Thredbo where I grew up competing. It’s a full circle moment,” said Scotty James.

In addition to the 13ft Mini Pipe, Thredbo also opened Australia’s first-ever 22ft Halfpipe for Olympic training during a Southern Hemisphere winter snow season today.

Supporting athlete development ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, Thredbo built this new Halfpipe as part of a world-class on-snow training facility with The Stomping Grounds Project. Enabling Australians to train for the Olympics in their backyard, this new training ground will host a huge lineup of elite snowsport athletes over the next month.

One of these athletes includes Scotty James who will spend the next three weeks training in the halfpipe and continuing his work as an ambassador inspiring next generation. Scotty launched his debut children’s book “MOOKi vs the Big Scary” last week and will host a book signing session for guests in Thredbo next Saturday.

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• Thredbo Resort and Range Rover joined forces to unveil Range Rover House last week, inviting guests to indulge in the most desirable winter moments.
• From July 31 – August 4, Range Rover took over a luxurious alpine lodge in the heart of Thredbo village and transformed it into a refined winter sanctuary for guests.
• The activation offered a curated selection of immersive experiences including spa and wellness sessions, luxe alpine dining, dynamic snow drives, bespoke skiing and snowboarding tours and industry leading masterclasses.
• Selected events within Range Rover House were open to Thredbo guests to book for the first time this year, inviting more of our discerning clientele to indulge in this world of modern luxury.
• Reaching a wide audience, Range Rover hosted their VIP clients and a curated selection of media and industry leaders for a 2-day program where they were accommodated in the resort.
• As the resort’s official winter vehicle partner, the adventurous yet luxe nature of Range Rover House Thredbo showcased the seamless alignment between the two brands.
• Please see media imagery and vision from Range Rover House Thredbo 2024 here. 

Thredbo Resort and Range Rover joined forces to unveil Range Rover House Thredbo last week, inviting guests to indulge in the most desirable winter moments.

The partnership saw Range Rover take over a luxurious alpine lodge in the heart of Thredbo village, transforming it into a refined winter sanctuary for guests.

“The success of Range Rover House was a testament to the seamless alignment of our partnership with Range Rover. We’re proud to elevate our guest experience with these offerings defined by modern luxury and adventure,” said Thredbo’s Brand and Marketing Manager, Richie Carroll.

It was the second year in a row that Range Rover has executed this exclusive activation against the picturesque snowy backdrop of Thredbo. Since the concept’s inception in 2022, Range Rover House pop-ups have been brought to life in exclusive properties and locations across the globe including Sydney, Carmel, Park City and Courmayeur.

“As we continue to strengthen Range Rover’s association with a luxury alpine lifestyle, our partnership with Thredbo Resort plays an integral role, and so we’re thrilled to work collaboratively with the team to bring Range Rover House back for a second year during their 2024 winter season,” said Jaguar Land Rover Australia’s Head of Communications, Rowena Dale.

Range Rover House Thredbo’s doors were opened to guests this year from July 31 – August 4,  showcasing the Range Rover lifestyle through a curated selection of immersive experiences.

In alignment with the brand’s design philosophy, Range Rover House offered a series of Alpine Masterclasses hosted by industry leaders including interior stylist Steve Cordony, Atelier Lumira founder Almira Armstrong and Sir the Label founders Nikki Campbell and Sophie Coote.

On the mountain, guests enjoyed bespoke sunrise sessions, first tracks, skiing and snowboarding tours, and fine dining experiences at Thredbo’s iconic Kareela Hutte restaurant in collaboration with chef Nelly Robinson. Rejuvenation and wellness were another key focus of Range Rover House, offering contrast therapy sessions, sound healing and a Secret Skincare spa.

With a fleet of brand-new Range Rover vehicles available for dynamic snow-driving tours and transportation, the activation encouraged guests to interact with the cars in the unique environment of the Snowy Mountains.

Selected events within Range Rover House were open to Thredbo guests to book for the first time this year, inviting more of our discerning clientele to indulge in this world of one-of-a-kind moments, high-end design and modern luxury. To reach a wide audience, Range Rover hosted their VIP clients and a curated selection of media and industry leaders for a 2-day program where they were accommodated in the resort.

Looking ahead, Thredbo will continue its celebrated relationship with Defender during the upcoming summer season and looks forward to welcoming Range Rover back during the following winter seasons.

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• The current snow conditions are incredible at Thredbo leading into the resort’s biggest month of the season.
• Thredbo Resort received 25cm of fresh snow on the weekend, taking the total snowfall count for July to 111cm.
• Thredbo has had some of its biggest snowmaking nights of the season this week thanks to freezing overnight temperatures.
• All lifts are now spinning and a huge 43 trails are now open, providing access to all main resort areas and top-to-bottom skiing.
• Offering a jam-packed events calendar and great skiing and snowboarding, this August is shaping up to be one of Thredbo’s biggest months ever.
• In August, Thredbo’s huge events calendar offers famous après parties every weekend, premium activations, action-packed skiing and snowboarding events, a series of elevated Alpine Experiences and lots more.
• This week is forecast to deliver lots more bluebird days and freezing overnight temperatures ideal for snowmaking.
• Experts forecast another significant snowstorm will arrive to Thredbo on August 10, bringing up to 30cm of fresh snow.
•  Please see media imagery and vision from the last few days HERE.

Thredbo’s skiing and snowboarding conditions are incredible currently thanks to recent snowfall and snowmaking operations.

Thredbo received 25cm of fresh snow on the weekend, taking the total snowfall count for July to 111cm.

Skiers and snowboarders enjoyed fresh powder over the weekend and are now scoring bluebird days with fresh cord on the groomed runs this week. Thanks to the cold temperatures, the snowpack has remained in great shape following the snowfall with dry and chalky conditions across the mountain.

All lifts are now spinning and 43 trails are now open, providing access to all main resort areas and top-to-bottom skiing.

The significant snowfall throughout July has enabled Thredbo to build a strong snow base for skiing and snowboarding, setting the resort up well for the next two months of the season.

Overnight temperatures have been subzero every night this week, creating ideal conditions for snowmaking operations. Temperatures dropped as low as -8.9 degrees last night, allowing Thredbo to pull off its biggest snowmaking night of the season with 181 of the strongest snowmaking guns firing for over 15 hours, pumping out over 11,000 cubed metres of water.

Looking forward, this week is forecast to deliver lots more bluebird days and freezing overnight temperatures ideal for snowmaking. Experts forecast another significant snowstorm will arrive to Thredbo on August 10, bringing up to 30cm of fresh snow.

Offering reliable skiing and snowboarding conditions and a jam-packed calendar of events, August is typically one of the most popular months of the season for guests visiting Thredbo. With the current conditions, Thredbo is anticipating that this August will be one of its biggest months ever.

Thredbo boasts Australia’s Biggest Winter Events Calendar and August is the most stacked month of the season. During August, Thredbo will host its famous headline après events every weekend, the iconic Rainbow Mountain Festival, an action-packed lineup of skiing and snowboarding competitions, the highly-anticipated Range Rover House activation, a series of elevated Alpine Experiences and lots more. Check out the August events calendar at thredbo.com.au/events.

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• Thredbo Resort received a massive 27cm of fresh snow overnight and Mother Nature isn’t showing any sign of slowing down today.
• The entire mountain and village have been covered in a thick blanket of fresh white snow, creating magical wintry scenes.
• The snowstorm rolled in yesterday evening bringing heavy snowfall, blizzard conditions and strong winds.
• Last night’s snowfall takes Thredbo’s total 7-day snowfall count this week to a total of 43cm so far.
• Experts forecast that this low-pressure system could bring another 50cm over the next 10 days.
• This significant snowfall is getting skiers and snowboarders excited to shred fresh powder this weekend.
• The skiing and snowboarding conditions are expected to attract many visitors to plan a last-minute visit over the coming weeks.
• This storm isn’t finished yet and snow is still falling at Thredbo.
• We’ll be continually updating a master folder with fresh media imagery and vision of the snowfall as the day progresses. Please see the folder HERE.  

Thredbo Resort received a massive 27cm of fresh snow overnight and it’s still coming down this morning.

The entire mountain and village have been covered in a thick blanket of fresh white snow, creating magical wintry scenes for guests to wake up to this morning.

The snowstorm rolled in yesterday evening bringing heavy snowfall, blizzard conditions and strong winds.

Last night’s snowfall takes Thredbo’s total 7-day snowfall count this week to 43cm in total.

Experts forecast that this low-pressure system will continue to bring lots more snow in the coming weeks. Mountain Watch is calling for 82cm over the next 7 days and Snowatch predicts 78cm for the next two weeks.

This significant snowfall is getting skiers and snowboarders excited to shred fresh powder this weekend. The snow conditions are also expected to entice many visitors to plan a last-minute snow trip in the coming weeks.

This storm isn’t showing any signs of slowing down yet and snow is still continuing to dump at Thredbo this morning! Stay tuned for more snowfall updates.

• Thredbo Resort received another 9cm of fresh snow overnight, taking this snowstorm’s total accumulation to 14cm so far.
• The storm rolled in on Sunday afternoon and isn’t showing any signs of finishing yet, delivering fresh snow, blizzard conditions and freezing temperatures.
• The entire village awoke to a blanket of white this morning, creating a stunning winter wonderland scene for families enjoying the second week of the NSW school holidays.
• Snow was still falling this morning but the wintry conditions didn’t stop skiers and snowboarders from getting out there and enjoying the fresh snow today.
• Forecasts predict that this low-pressure system will continue throughout the next two weeks with experts calling for a fresh snow accumulation of up to 80cm.
• These freezing temperatures are also ideal for Thredbo’s snowmaking operations. The snowmaking crew have been able to fire up over 100 snowmaking guns for up to 14 hours every night over the last three days.
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Thredbo Resort received another 9cm of fresh snow overnight, taking this snowstorm’s total accumulation to 14cm so far.

The entire village awoke to a blanket of white this morning, creating a stunning winter wonderland scene for families enjoying the second week of the NSW school holidays.

Snow was still falling this morning but the wintry conditions didn’t stop skiers and snowboarders from getting out there and enjoying the fresh snow today. Yesterday’s strong winds have blown significant snow drifts into the resort from the main range, creating plenty of powder stashes for riders to enjoy this week.

The polar-powered storm rolled in on Sunday afternoon and isn’t showing any signs of slowing down yet. Experts forecast that this low-pressure system will continue to deliver lots more fresh snow to Thredbo over the next two weeks. Mountain Watch is calling for up to 59cm over the next 7 days, The Bureau of Meteorology says 70cm+ and Snowatch is predicting up to 82cm over the next 14 days.

These freezing temperatures also create ideal conditions for snowmaking operations. Thredbo’s snowmaking crew have been able to fire up over 100 snowmaking guns for up to 14 hours every night over the last three days.

The recent snowfall and upcoming forecast are getting skiers and snowboarders excited to ride fresh powder and explore new terrain in the coming weeks.

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• A cold polar air mass heading north has brought an intense snowstorm to Thredbo Resort.
• The storm rolled in yesterday afternoon, delivering 5cm of fresh snow so far, blizzard conditions, strong winds, and freezing temperatures.
• Experts predict that this low-pressure system will continue throughout the week, forecasting a fresh snow accumulation of up to 80cm for Thredbo.
• Thanks to these subzero temperatures, Thredbo’s snowmaking crew was able to fire up 195 snowmaking guns for over 13 hours last night.
• The storm forecast is getting skiers and snowboarders excited to ride fresh powder and explore new terrain later this week.
• The snowfall timing couldn’t be better for families with the second week of the NSW school holidays beginning today.
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A polar-powered snowstorm has set in at Thredbo Resort thanks to a cold polar air mass heading north.

The storm rolled in yesterday afternoon, delivering 5cm of fresh snow so far, blizzard conditions, strong winds, and freezing temperatures.

The polar-powered storm isn’t done yet! Experts forecast that this low-pressure system will continue to deliver lots more fresh snow to Thredbo over the next two weeks. Mountain Watch is calling for up to 59cm over the next 7 days, The Bureau of Meteorology says 70cm+ and Snowatch is predicting up to 82cm over the next 14 days.

The storm’s subzero temperatures are also ideal for snowmaking operations, allowing Thredbo’s snowmaking crew to fire up 195 snowmaking guns for over 13 hours last night. The combined force of fresh snow from mother nature and the artificial snowmaking ensures the best possible outcome for skiers and snowboarders this winter.

A dusting of snow fell all the way down to the village overnight and this morning, guests awoke to a beautiful wintery scene.

The snowfall timing couldn’t be better for families with the second week of the NSW school holidays beginning today.

The forecast is getting skiers and snowboarders excited to ride fresh powder and explore new terrain in the coming weeks.

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• Today, Thredbo Resort announces that Range Rover will be the resort’s official vehicle partner for winter 2024 and beyond.
• This winter, Thredbo and Range Rover will join forces to elevate the guest experience with a series of exclusive events and unique activations.
• From July 29 – August 5,  the highly anticipated Range Rover House will return to Thredbo, transforming a luxurious lodge in the heart of the village into a celebration of modern sophistication and peerless design.
• Range Rover will offer a curated lineup of luxury experiences within the house and throughout the resort during this time, inviting guests to indulge in the most desirable winter alpine moments.

Thredbo Resort is thrilled to unveil an exciting new partnership with Range Rover for Winter 2024 and beyond. This prestigious collaboration marks the beginning of a new chapter for both brands, blending Thredbo’s alpine charm with Range Rover’s sophisticated elegance.

“Our partnership with Range Rover represents an incredible alignment of luxury and adventure. We’re excited to offer our guests exceptional experiences this winter and explore new opportunities together in the future,” said Thredbo’s Brand and Marketing Manager, Richie Carroll.

A New Era of Luxury Begins

This winter, Thredbo Resort and Range Rover are set to elevate the guest experience with a series of exclusive events and unique activations. From July 29 – August 5,  the highly anticipated Range Rover House will return to Thredbo, transforming a luxurious lodge in the heart of the village into a celebration of modern sophistication and peerless design.

Experience the Range Rover Lifestyle at Thredbo

Range Rover House offers a curated lineup of luxury experiences,  inviting guests to indulge in the most desirable winter alpine moments in Thredbo. Invited guests can look forward to:

• Wellness and Spa Sessions: Rejuvenate with exclusive wellness treatments designed to refresh and relax.
• Design Series: Be inspired by a series of events featuring industry leaders Steve Cordony, Almira Armstrong, and SIR the label co-owners Sophie Coote and Nikki Campbell.
• Guided Alpine Adventures: Enjoy sunrise sessions, backcountry tours, and guided mountain excursions.
• Private On-Mountain Dining: Indulge in exceptional dining experiences against the stunning alpine backdrop.
• Fireside Après-Cocktail Evenings: Unwind with exquisite cocktails in a cozy, fireside setting.

Range Rover will also take over the Lounge Bar at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel during this week with a signature cocktail on offer.

An Enhanced Winter Experience

In addition to Range Rover House, Range Rover will present a selection of Thredbo’s Unique Alpine Experiences in winter including Sunrise Sessions, Backcountry Tours, and Guided Mountain Tours.

A Shared Commitment to Luxury and Sustainability

Both Thredbo Resort and Range Rover are committed to offering luxurious yet sustainable experiences. Thredbo’s 11 renewable electric vehicle chargers support eco-friendly transportation options for guests driving Range Rover’s hybrid and electric vehicles.

Looking Ahead

As we embark on this exciting new partnership, Thredbo will continue its celebrated relationship with Defender during the summer seasons. The resort looks forward to future collaboration opportunities through this partnership and is excited to offer unparalleled guest experiences this winter and into the future.

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• Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families for the sixth year running and Australia’s Best Ski Resort for seven consecutive years, Thredbo Resort is the ultimate winter playground for kids and parents alike.
• Thredbo’s family offering is even bigger these school holidays with the recent launch of the Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster and a selection of specially curated family events and experiences.
• Taking over the resort from July 4 – 21, Thredbo’s Kids Snow Festival features a jam-packed lineup of free family-friendly events, entertainment and activities.
• Thanks to recent snowfall and freezing temperatures ideal for snowmaking, skiing and snowboarding conditions are consistently improving with more terrain and lifts opening weekly.
• Experts are forecasting more snow and freezing temperatures over the next week leading into school holidays.

Thredbo Resort has unveiled its biggest-ever family offering this winter as it prepares to welcome families to the mountains for the school holiday period.

The ultimate winter destination for families, Thredbo boasts the Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster, Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding for all ages and abilities,  Australia’s only alpine gondola, one of the country’s best snowsports schools and the country’s biggest winter line-up of family-friendly events and entertainment.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said that he is excited for families to enjoy even more of Thredbo’s world-class winter experiences these school holidays.

“I love watching families make once-in-a-lifetime memories together here in winter. Whether it’s riding our brand-new Alpine Coaster, seeing your kids ski down Friday Flat for the first time or experiencing magical moments like our family flare run and fireworks, we work hard to ensure our school holiday offering is really special,” said Stuart.

The Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster launched in Thredbo this winter, offering families an exciting new way to experience the mountain. Passengers can control their speed of up to 40 kilometres per hour as they ride along a 1.5-kilometre track through a tunnel, bridges and circles. Children can ride the Alpine Coaster on their own if they are aged 8 years or older and over 135 cm tall. Kids aged 3 to 8 can ride with a responsible person over 15 years.

Thredbo’s hugely popular Kids Snow Festival is taking over the resort these school holidays from July 4 – 21 with a huge lineup of family-friendly events and free activities including kids-only movie nights, Lindt Chocolate s’mores making, family fun nights, kids flare runs and fireworks and more.

This year’s July Kids Snow Festival will also feature multiple new events and experiences including Kids Astronomy Sessions, a free Live Alpine Kids Concert featuring a performance by The Beanies on July 11 and a new Youth Development Backcountry Tour presented by The North Face on July 6.

On July 13, Thredbo’s hugely popular Project Shred skiing and snowboarding event will return to the kid-friendly terrain park. Aimed at supporting the next generation, kids can spend the day learning from some of Australia’s best Olympic athletes including Thredbo ambassadors Valentino Guseli and Tess Coady.

Thanks to recent snowfall and freezing temperatures ideal for snowmaking, Thredbo’s skiing and snowboarding conditions are consistently improving. More terrain and lifts have been opening each week including the popular top-to-bottom High Noon trail which opened on Saturday. What’s more, experts are forecasting more snow and subzero temperatures across the next two weeks leading into school holidays.

Voted Best Australian Ski Resort for Families at the Out & About with Kids annual Readers’ Choice Awards for six consecutive years, Australia’s Best Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards for seven years in a row and Best Australian Family Ski Resort at the 2024 Ski and Snowboard with Kids Awards, Thredbo is the perfect winter playground for kids and parents alike.

Book Early & Save Up To 15%: Book lift passes early and save up to 15% during the July School Holidays.

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• Thredbo Resort has received 13cm of fresh snow up top overnight.
• The storm begun to roll in on Tuesday afternoon with snow continuing to fall through to Wednesday morning.
• By mid-morning on Wednesday, the upper half of the mountain was covered in a layer of white with a light dusting of snow falling all the way down to the village.
• The forecast looks promising with experts calling for more fresh snow and cold temperatures ideal for snowmaking over the next two weeks.
• Thredbo is currently offering skiing and snowboarding in the Friday Flat area. With this recent snowfall combined with the upcoming snowmaking conditions, Thredbo will be looking to expand the skiing and snowboarding terrain on offer as soon as possible.
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Thredbo Resort has received 13cm of fresh snow up top overnight.

The storm begun to roll in on Tuesday afternoon with snow continuing to fall through to Wednesday morning.

By mid-morning on Wednesday, the upper half of the mountain was covered in a layer of white with a light dusting of snow falling all the way down to the village.

The temperature has dropped significantly over the past two days and is forecast to dip as low as minus six degrees on multiple evenings this week. These subzero conditions are ideal for Thredbo’s snowmaking operations and it is expected that the snowmaking guns will be fired up each night.

The two week forecast looks promising with experts predicting there is more fresh snow to come.

Thredbo is currently offering skiing and snowboarding in the Friday Flat area. With this recent snowfall combined with the upcoming snowmaking conditions, Thredbo will be looking to expand the skiing and snowboarding terrain on offer as soon as possible.

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• Thredbo Resort is celebrating a successful Winter 2024 Opening Weekend.
• Guests enjoyed non-stop celebrations all weekend with the launch of the Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster plus a massive lineup of live music, entertainment, free kids’ activities and more.
• Excited guests queued up to score their first rides on the Thredbo Alpine Coaster on Saturday morning with the attraction being hugely popular all weekend.
• Thredbo’s first après party of the season brought a massive crowd to Alpine Bar on Saturday night with Client Liaison taking to the stage as guests danced underneath the fireworks.
• On Sunday, Thredbo hosted the iconic Thredbo Long Lunch presented by Pommery in the village where guests enjoyed flowing champagne and canapes in the sunshine before moving inside for a beautiful chef-curated lunch.
• Beginner skiers and snowboarders enjoyed nailing their first turns at Friday Flat.
• The 7-day forecast looks promising with experts predicting a significant snowfall this week plus freezing temperatures ideal for snowmaking.
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Thredbo Resort is celebrating a successful Winter 2024 Opening Weekend.

Kicking off on Saturday 8 June, guests enjoyed non-stop celebrations all weekend with the launch of the Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding, a massive lineup of live music, entertainment, free kids’ activities and more.

The Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster officially opened on Saturday morning and became a hugely popular attraction all weekend.

Excited guests queued up early in the morning on Saturday to score their first rides including 13-year-old William Thompson who waited 3 hours to be first in line.

“The Alpine Coaster was really fun! The corners turn really fast and it was just so good. I’ve already ridden it twice and I’m definitely going to do it again,” said William.

Open 365 days a year, the Thredbo Alpine Coaster is an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain. At 1.5 kilometres in length, guests can control their speed of up to 40km per hour as they travel through a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the stunning alpine environment.

On Saturday night, Thredbo hosted the first of its famous après events for winter 2024 presented by Balter. Kicking off with a bang, pop duo Client Liaison took to the stage for a high-energy DJ set while a huge number of guests danced the night away under the fireworks.

On Sunday, Thredbo hosted the iconic Thredbo Long Lunch presented by Pommery. Guests gathered in the village to bask in the sunshine and enjoy flowing champagne before moving inside for a gourmet three-course lunch curated by Thredbo’s Executive Chef.

For families, there was a massive lineup of free activities on offer all weekend including arts and crafts, face painting, s’mores making, giant games, fireworks and more.

Wombats Snow Runner and Freddie’s Snow Runner were operating in the Friday Flat area this weekend, allowing beginner skiers and snowboarders to learn the basics and get their first turns in of the season.

Experts are forecasting a significant snowfall this week plus freezing temperatures ideal for snowmaking, enabling the resort to open more terrain for skiers and snowboarders in the coming weeks.

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• The Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster officially opened at Thredbo Resort today.
• Excited guests queued up to score their first rides this morning, generating many positive reviews shortly after.
• Open 365 days a year, the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever Alpine Coaster diversifies Thredbo’s recreational offering as an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain.
• At 1.5km in length,  passengers can control their speed of up to 40km/h as they travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks featuring a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the alpine environment.
• Today was the Opening Day for Thredbo’s 2024 winter season with guests enjoying a huge line-up of live music, entertainment, free kids’ activities and more.
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Thredbo Resort is thrilled to announce that the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster is officially open.

Excited guests queued up to score their first rides this morning including 13-year-old William Thompson who waited 3 hours to be first in line.

“The Alpine Coaster was really fun! The corners turn really fast and it was just so good. I’ve already ridden it twice and I’m definitely going to do it again,” said William.

On Friday afternoon, Thredbo hosted a Grand Opening event for the Alpine Coaster with media, stakeholders and members of the community. EVT Chairman Alan Rydge and Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver officially cut the ribbon to open the new attraction and guests enjoyed their first rides before it was opened to the public on Saturday.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said the Alpine Coaster aligns with the resort’s focus on providing a premium guest experience and EVT’s overarching strategic focus to create experiences that escape the ordinary.

“The Alpine Coaster is a world-class attraction for the Snowy Mountains and will greatly support year-round local tourism. It provides a fun new on-snow experience in winter, will build upon our wide range of outdoor adventures in summer and will be a drawcard in the shoulder seasons.”

“The Alpine Coaster is a testament to our ongoing commitment to growth and development, solidifying Thredbo as Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination,” said Mr Diver.

Open 365 days a year, the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever Alpine Coaster diversifies Thredbo’s recreational offering as an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain.

The Alpine Coaster features 40 carts that can reach a maximum speed of 40km per hour and a maximum acceleration of 19.6km per second. The altitude difference between the bottom and top station is 130 metres with an uphill track length of 410 metres and a downhill track length of 1.4 kilometres. Amassing a total length of 1.5 kilometres, the Alpine Coaster track takes guests through a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the stunning alpine environment.

Passengers can control their speed while riding, creating a personalised experience with wide-spread appeal. For thrill-seekers, keeping their hands off the brake guarantees an adrenaline fix whereas for chill cruisers, taking it slow and enjoying the scenery is a great option.

Construction on the Thredbo Alpine Coaster commenced in October 2023 and was completed in May 2024. As part of the construction, the Alpine Coaster has undergone safety testing by independent third-party engineers.

Including the Alpine Coaster, Thredbo has now completed seven significant developments since 2022 as part of its ongoing wide-scale development plan. With several projects currently in construction and planned for the coming years, Thredbo will create even more industry-leading facilities for guests, offering world-class recreation right here in the Australian snowfields.

Thredbo Resort is committed to preserving, protecting, and prioritising its unique alpine environment. Together with Red Energy, Thredbo is proud to power the Alpine Coaster and all resort operations with 100% renewable energy.

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• The first days of winter have delivered fresh snowfall, ideal snowmaking conditions and freezing temperatures to Thredbo Resort.
• The wintry conditions kicked off on Saturday night with a dusting of fresh snow and a big night of snowmaking thanks to subzero temperatures.
• Mother nature continued to deliver on Sunday night with 5cm of fresh snowfall up top plus a dusting of snow all the way down to the village.
• The forecast looks promising with experts calling for more fresh snow over the next two weeks.
• There are only 5 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8.
• With first rides on the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining, kids’ activities and more, the 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet.
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The first days of winter have delivered fresh snowfall, ideal snowmaking conditions and freezing temperatures to Thredbo Resort.

The wintry conditions kicked off on Saturday night with a dusting of fresh snowfall and a big night of snowmaking thanks to freezing temperatures.

Mother nature continued to deliver on Sunday night with 5cm of fresh snowfall up top plus a dusting of snow all the way down to the village.

The snow forecast looks promising with experts calling for more fresh snow for Thredbo Resort over the next two weeks. Additionally, the weather forecast is showing multiple nights with subzero temperatures ideal for snowmaking operations.

Winter 2024 Opening Weekend
There are only 5 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8.

With first rides on the brand-new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining, kids’ activities and more, the 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet.

To get the winter party started, the first après event will take over Alpine Bar on Saturday night with Client Liaison presented by Balter.

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• Thredbo is thrilled to announce that Australian pro snowboarder and Olympic medalist Scotty James has come on board as the resort’s newest ambassador.
• Thredbo will be the first-ever Australian resort to build a 22ft Halfpipe for Olympic training during the Southern Hemisphere’s winter snow season.
• To support athletes and Thredbo ambassadors including Scotty ahead of the 2026 Olympics, Thredbo and the Stomping Grounds are creating a world-class training facility this winter, featuring a 65ft jump and the 22ft Halfpipe.
• Scotty has generously donated a mini pipe cutter to Thredbo, enabling the resort to build an all-new Mini Pipe this winter and for many seasons to come.
• The new 13ft MOOKi’s Mini Pipe will provide skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to have fun and progress their skills, while also serving as a resource to cultivate a new generation of aspiring Australian snowsport athletes by providing them the infrastructure to train and compete at the highest level.

Thredbo is thrilled to announce that Australian pro snowboarder and Olympic medalist Scotty James has come on board as its newest ambassador. The best halfpipe rider in the world currently with both silver and bronze Olympic medals, Scotty James is a four-time Winter Olympian, a three-time world champion, a nine-time X Games medalist and served as Australia’s flag bearer at the 2018 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony.

Scotty grew up competing in Thredbo and has returned to visit, ride and compete many times since. Now coming on board as the resort’s newest ambassador, Scotty James and Thredbo are joining forces to support the development of the next generation of Australian snowsport athletes.

As part of his new ambassadorship, Scotty James has personally donated a mini pipe cutter to the community, enabling Thredbo to build the all-new 13ft MOOKi’s Mini Pipe this winter and for many seasons to come. Located in Thredbo’s Cruiser area, MOOKi’s Mini Pipe will provide skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to have fun and progress their skills. The name MOOKi holds special significance for Scotty, as MOOKi was Scotty’s childhood nickname and has evolved into a character that symbolizes always shooting for the moon and dreaming big – an ethos he hopes MOOKi’s Mini Pipe at Thredbo will represent for current and future snowsport athletes.

“As I join Thredbo as an ambassador, I’m very excited to be part of a partnership that not only supports my journey toward the 2026 Olympics but also invests in the future of snowsports in Australia,” said Scotty James. “Through the development of both the full size and mini pipe, our goal is to create opportunities for the next generation of athletes to train, thrive and excel. It’s really special for me to be helping contribute to the growth of the sport right here in Thredbo where I grew up competing. It’s a full circle moment.”

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said that he is proud to have Scotty on Team Thredbo.

“Supporting Australian athletes and our ambassadors like Scotty James to train on home snow is a huge achievement. Scotty is a front-runner for an Olympic gold medal in 2026 and we’re honoured to be part of his journey.” 

“He has donated a 13ft Mini Pipe to our community so the partnership is already incredibly mutually beneficial. We thank Scotty for his generous donation and look forward to welcoming him to Thredbo as an official ambassador this winter,” said Mr Diver.

To support athlete development ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, Thredbo is working with the Stomping Grounds Project to build a world-class on-snow training facility. Set to be the new training ground for athletes including Thredbo ambassadors Scotty James, Valentino Guseli, Tess Coady, Abi Harrigan and more, Thredbo is proud to enable Australians to train for the Olympics in their backyard.

Situated at the top of the Cruiser area from August through to mid-September, the new facility will feature Australia’s first-ever 22ft winter halfpipe for Olympic training during the Southern Hemisphere’s winter snow season.

For the second year running, the facility will also feature a 65ft jump for athletes to train on. Last winter, this jump attracted an elite rider lineup including Mark McMorris, Anna Gasser, Clemens Millauer and the national teams from Australia, the United States, Canada, Austria, Japan and China.

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Thredbo will be the ultimate winter playground for families in 2024, launching the Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster plus offering Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding for all ages and abilities,  Australia’s only alpine gondola, one of the country’s best snowsports schools, a dedicated beginner area and the country’s biggest winter line-up of family-friendly events and entertainment.

What’s On For Families This Winter?

Thredbo Alpine Coaster | New For Winter 2024!
An exciting new offering for families, Thredbo is launching the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever Alpine Coaster this winter. Open from June 8, the Thredbo Alpine Coaster will diversify Thredbo’s year-round recreational offering as an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain.  At 1.5km in length,  passengers can control their speed of up to 40km/h as they travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks featuring a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the alpine environment.

To ride the Alpine Coaster on their own, children must be 8 years of age or older and over 135 cm tall. For kids aged 3 to 8, they can double up with a responsible person over 15 years.

Live Family Entertainment | New For Winter 2024! 
Entertainment isn’t only for the young at heart in Thredbo! For the first time this winter, Thredbo is hosting a free Kids Live Alpine Concert ft. The Beanies on July 11 where kids can dance their hearts out while the parents enjoy drinks by the fire.

Skiing and Snowboarding
Thredbo is the ultimate skiing and snowboarding destination for all ages and abilities. Beginners will love Friday Flat, a fun and safe environment designed for skill progression. Intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders will have fun exploring the wide variety of terrain including Australia’s longest ski runs.

Ski And Snowboard Programs
With Thredboland for the little ones (3 – 6-year-olds), Adventure Camps for mini-shredders aged 5 – 12 and Freeriders for kids under 14, Thredbo offers a skiing and snowboarding program to suit every child. Led by an outstanding team of instructors, these programs are the best possible opportunity for children to build their skills and confidence while having fun. When they’re not ripping up the trails, kids can enjoy a special menu of children’s meals plus a schedule of fun activities with their ski buddies.

Saturday Night Flare Run & Fireworks Spectacular
Gather your friends and family to watch Thredbo’s iconic Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular. An iconic Thredbo experience for over 30 years, watch our expert skiers and snowboarders wind their way down Supertrail with flares before the sky comes to life with fireworks that dance across the mountain. Held every Saturday night during winter (weather dependent), the Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular is a magical way to finish a great day in Thredbo.

Thredbo Kids Snow Festivals
During the July and September school holidays, Thredbo hosts its Kids Snow Festivals where families can enjoy a specially curated lineup of kid-friendly activities and entertainment. Featuring kids-only movie nights, kids concerts, Lindt Chocolate s’mores, family fun nights, kids flare runs and fireworks plus lots more activities, the fun is non-stop.

On-Snow Events
The action is non-stop on the mountain for little shredders with many action-packed events that kids can get involved with!

The hugely popular Project Shred event is returning on July 13 to offer kids the chance to spend the day in the terrain park learning tips and tricks from some of Australia’s best skiers and snowboarders.

Thredbo offers a range of age categories for kids across its huge calendar of skiing and snowboarding races and competitions including Thredbo Triple Crown, Battle On The Bluff, Thredbo Ridercross and more. Registrations are now open at thredbo.com.au.

Merritts Mountain Haus Feasts
Ride under the stars in Australia’s Only Alpine Gondola to Merritts Mountain House to enjoy a Bavarian-inspired feast! The ride down is an unforgettable one with views of the Thredbo Village lights below. Bookings are essential.

Merritts Gondola
Home to Australia’s only alpine gondola, Thredbo makes it fast and easy to get on the mountain or up to Merritts Mountain House. The Merritts Gondola is a high-speed, eight-person Gondola that takes skiers, snowboarders and scenic passengers from the Village to the base of the Cruiser Area in approximately 6 minutes.

European-Style Village 
Located within walking distance from the base of the mountain, Thredbo’s European-style village offers a great range of bars, restaurants, cafes and shops. In the evening, the village comes to life with live music and entertainment for visitors to enjoy with family and friends.

Thredbo Leisure Centre
Located just a 5-minute walk from Thredbo Village Square, the Thredbo Leisure Centre offers a wide range of activities for everyone to enjoy. With a waterslide, Mission Inflatable, a heated pool, table tennis, trampoline sessions, an indoor sports hall, a bouldering wall, a squash court and a weights gym, Thredbo Leisure Centre is jam-packed with fun for kids and adults alike.

Kids Disc Golf
Disc Golf is a fun activity for the whole family to do together in Thredbo. Head over to the stunning Thredbo Golf Course to see who’s got what it takes to be the new king or queen of the disc!

Winter 2024 Opening Weekend
There are only 17 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8. With first rides on the brand-new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining, kids’ activities and more, the 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet.

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• Over the weekend, Thredbo was transformed into a white winter wonderland thanks to snowmaking and fresh snowfall.
• Friday and Saturday were the first two big nights of snowmaking for 2024 with guns blasting across the mountain including the Cruiser area.
• With 5cm of fresh snowfall up top and snow falling all the way down to the village on Saturday morning, Mother Nature also played a big part in turning the mountain white on the weekend.
• There are only 19 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8.
• With first rides on the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining, kids’ activities and more, the 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet.
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Across the weekend, Thredbo was transformed into a white winter wonderland after two big nights of snowmaking and fresh snowfall.

Thanks to freezing temperatures, Friday and Saturday allowed for the first two big nights of snowmaking for 2024. Guns were blasting across the mountain each night to begin building the base, including in the Cruiser area and Friday Flat.

With 5cm of fresh snowfall up top and snow falling all the way down to the village on Saturday morning, Mother Nature also played a big part in turning the mountain white on the weekend.

With more sub-zero temperatures in the forecast, Thredbo will continue to ramp up its snowmaking operations in the lead-up to winter.

Further strengthening the snowmaking fleet ahead of this season, Thredbo has replaced the pipeline snowmaking gun and added three new fan guns towards the base of the Kosciuszko Chairlift,  building upon the fifteen snowmaking guns added in 2022 and 2023.

Winter 2024 Opening Weekend
There are only 19 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8. With first rides on the brand-new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining, kids’ activities and more, the 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet. To get the winter party started, the first après event will take over Alpine Bar on opening night with Client Liaison presented by Balter.

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• Today, Thredbo reveals its highly-anticipated lineup of music artists that will headline this winter’s famous après event series.
• This winter 2024 après calendar will be Thredbo’s biggest ever with nine straight weekends of major headline events, two new events added to the calendar and more headline acts on the lineup than ever before.
• The massive lineup features 18 headline music acts including Bag Raiders, Client Liaison (DJ set), The Jungle Giants (DJ set), KLP, Peking Duk (DJ set), Poof Doof Ski Club, Sneaky Sound System, The Knocks (USA), Stace Cadet and more.
• There are just over three weeks to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8 where Client Liaison will headline the first après event of the season presented by Balter.
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Today, Thredbo Resort reveals the highly-anticipated lineup of music artists that will headline this winter’s calendar of après events.

The massive lineup features 18 headline music acts including Bag Raiders, Client Liaison (DJ set), The Jungle Giants (DJ set), KLP, Peking Duk (DJ set), Poof Doof Ski Club, Sneaky Sound System, The Knocks (USA), Stace Cadet and more.

Boasting Australia’s biggest winter calendar of live music and entertainment, Thredbo is renowned for its huge music events that rival the international après scene, and this winter will be even bigger.

For the first time, Thredbo will host nine straight weekends of major après events this winter. Taking the total number of headline events to ten, Thredbo has added two new events to the calendar, enabling even more guests to experience the incredible atmosphere of Thredbo’s winter après scene.

Australia’s Biggest Après Calendar

• June 8: Client Liaison (DJ set) presented by Balter
• July 22: Thredbo Uni Week ft. Discovery Daft Punk Tribute presented by Kosciuszko Pale Ale
• July 27: First Base ft. Peking Duk (DJ set) presented by Canadian Club
• August 3: The Jungle Giants (DJ set) presented by Smirnoff
• August 9 – 10: Rainbow Mountain ft. Poof Doof Ski Club & GiRLTHING presented by Brookvale Union
• August 17: Sneaky Sound System presented by White Claw
• August 24: Alpine Bar Après ft. special guest
• August 31: Bag Raiders presented by Pirate Life
• September 7: KLP & Stace Cadet presented by Monster Energy
• September 14: First Base ft. The Knocks (USA) presented by Canadian Club

Non-Stop Live Music And Entertainment 
In addition to the major headlining après events, Thredbo’s winter calendar features a daily schedule of live music and entertainment for guests to enjoy throughout the entire season.

Pirate Life Deck Sessions
Live music will take over the mountain every Sunday afternoon with Pirate Life Deck Sessions on the Merritts Mountain House Deck. Skiers and snowboarders can stop into the Merritts deck, grab a Pirate Life and enjoy a DJ set with all their favourite tunes.

Big Deck Energy At Black Sallees
One of the hottest spots on the mountain, Black Sallees is a crowd-favourite après destination for a reason. Now with live music every Saturday and Wednesday from July 27 – September 14, guests can enjoy a great après ski atmosphere with delicious Japanese food and drinks alongside stunning mountain views.

New This Winter | Après For The Whole Family
Apres isn’t only for the young at heart in Thredbo! On July 11, Thredbo will host a free Kids Live Alpine Concert ft. The Beanies where kids can dance their hearts out while the parents enjoy drinks by the fire. Returning this winter, Thredbo’s Kids Snow Festivals offer a huge lineup of family-friendly après activities during school holidays including Lindt Chocolate s’mores, kids-only movie nights, kids-only flare runs & fireworks, family fun nights and more.

Flare Run And Fireworks Spectacular
Thredbo will continue to host its iconic Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular every Saturday night during winter. Whether you are dancing underneath the fireworks to one of your favourite DJs at Alpine Bar or watching the mountain come to life with the family, this Thredbo experience is not to be missed.

Winter 2024 Opening Weekend
There are only 22 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2024 winter season on June 8. With first rides on the brand-new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining, kids’ activities and more, the 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet.

To get the winter party started, the first après event will take over Alpine Bar on opening night with Client Liaison presented by Balter.

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• The countdown is on! There is only one month to go until Thredbo’s Winter 2024 Opening Weekend and the launch of the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster
• The Alpine Coaster is now in its final stages of construction ahead of the launch on June 8
• With several new offerings and developments launching, the country’s largest winter events and experiences calendar and Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding, this winter is set to be Thredbo’s biggest yet 

Today marks exactly one month until Thredbo Resort’s 2024 winter season begins on June 8, 2024.

The Winter 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, kicking off with the launch of the brand-new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, the first days of skiing and snowboarding and non-stop celebrations.

Thredbo Alpine Coaster | New For Winter 2024!

The Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever Alpine Coaster will diversify Thredbo’s year-round recreational offering as an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain.  At 1.5km in length,  passengers can control their speed of up to 40km/h as they travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks featuring a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the alpine environment.

Construction on the Thredbo Alpine Coaster commenced in October 2023 and is on track to be completed later this month. The track structure has now been fully installed and the final stages of construction are underway including the installation of electrical and control systems, the addition of walkways and handrails, finishing details on the top and bottom stations, fencing, site cleaning and revegetation.

As part of the construction, the Alpine Coaster will undergo safety testing by independent third-party engineers, ready for the first customers in winter this year.

Winter 2024 Opening Weekend

Kicking off on June 8, Thredbo’s Winter 2024 Opening Weekend is set to be the biggest yet. In addition to scoring the first rides on the Alpine Coaster, guests can enjoy the first days of skiing and snowboarding plus a huge lineup of live music, entertainment, dining experiences, family activities and more.

From dancing underneath the fireworks at the first Alpine Bar Après Party of the season to kicking back on the deck at a Merritts Mountain House DJ session or celebrating in true Thredbo style at the annual Long Lunch presented by Pommery, the celebrations are non-stop all weekend.

Plus, there’s plenty of fun planned for all ages this opening weekend with a stacked family itinerary featuring giant games, arts & crafts, Lindt Chocolate s’mores making, fireworks, face painting, alpine bungee and more.

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Thredbo is offering new ways guests can save this winter including:

• Value Season discounts of up to 50% for kids and up to 30% for adults on 3-to-5-day mid-week lift passes between June 8 – 28 and September 9 – October 7.
• Great value discounts all season by booking lift passes 7 days in advance, plus 20% off rental hire when bundled with their pass.

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• Thredbo has officially wrapped up its 2023-24 MTB season with riders enjoying their last laps on Sunday 28 April.
• It was another incredibly successful season at Thredbo MTB Park with huge rider numbers, record-breaking events and a consistently positive guest experience.
• A massive number of riders turned out to celebrate the closing weekend, getting in their last laps, competing in the final race of the Thredbo Gravity Series and sending off the season at the Closing Party.
• Thredbo MTB Park will re-open on November 16, 2024.
• Thredbo is thrilled to announce it will be debuting two new trails next season plus realigning and rebuilding several trails in the existing network.

Yesterday was the final day of the 2023-24 MTB season at Thredbo MTB Park, with the resort announcing that it will re-open to riders on November 16, 2024.

MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said that this MTB season at Thredbo was a testament to the bright future of mountain biking in Australia.

“Thredbo MTB Park has really grown into a world-class mountain biking destination now. With Australia’s only lift-accessed MTB trails, the country’s biggest MTB events and all the recent trail development, we’re incredibly proud to offer such a high-quality MTB experience right here in the Snowy Mountains,”

“With the Australian MTB community continuing to grow and strengthen, we saw increased participation in all our MTB events this season including the Cannonball MTB Festival, Interschools and Thredbo Gravity Series. It’s awesome to watch this sport continue to take flight in Australia with Thredbo as the home of downhill racing,” said Mr Windshuttle.

Closing celebrations drew in big rider numbers across the weekend, offering a huge line-up of riding, racing and live music. On Saturday, the final round of the Thredbo Gravity Series presented by Fox took over the MTB Park. The famous Maxxis Chainless Champs event saw competitors get in costume and hit the course for a hilarious yet heated race before enjoying presentations, a fashion parade and a Closing Party at the Schuss Bar with a set from DJ FIN. On Sunday, everyone took to the trails to get in their last laps before the MTB Park officially closed for another season.

New Trails Announced For 2024-25 Season

Thredbo MTB Park is excited to announce that it will be debuting a range of exciting developments to complement the expanding trail network next season.

Two new sections of trail accessed by the Kosciuszko Chairlift are set to give riders more variety and options on that popular side of the bike park.

Other exciting upgrades include a huge realignment on the Kosciuszko Flow moving some of the trail off the open ski slopes and into the trees, a new small section of trail on the Lower All-Mountain trail as well as massive rebuilds on existing trails including Kosciuszko Flow, All-Mountain & Grasshopper.

An exciting new intermediate jumps trail will also open in 2025 with some further major trail developments to be announced soon.

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• Thredbo Resort announces that a limited number of bookings are now available for this winter’s highly-anticipated series of Alpine Experiences.
• A way for guests to elevate their winter holiday, this year’s Alpine Experiences calendar includes a range of unique on-snow adventures plus several premium on-mountain dining experiences.
• For adventure lovers looking for a new way to experience the mountain, Range Rover presents Sunrise Sessions, Dead Horse Gap Tours and Guided Mountain Tours. 
• Taking dining to new heights, Thredbo will offer a range of luxury dining experiences at the iconic Kareela Hutte restaurant plus a series of family-friendly feasts at Merritts Mountain House.

Thredbo Resort is excited to announce that bookings are now available for its winter 2024 series of Alpine Experiences at thredbo.com.au.

From watching the sunrise over the mountains and scoring first tracks to riding in a snowcat after dark to Australia’s most iconic on-snow restaurant, Thredbo offers a curated mix of alpine experiences that will elevate a guest’s visit to new heights this winter.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver says Thredbo is proud to offer these unique winter experiences that guests cannot have elsewhere.

“Whether it’s taking people up the mountain at sunrise or after dark, or off the beaten track to explore new terrain, this offering provides a new and awe-inspiring way for our guest’s to experience the mountain. This premium offering is a testament to our commitment to delivering a world-class experience, right here in the Snowy Mountains of Australia,” said Mr Diver.

While Thredbo has increased booking numbers again this year to meet demand, availability is limited and Alpine Experiences are expected to sell out. Guests are encouraged to plan ahead and book in advance to avoid missing out.

Sunrise Sessions presented by Range Rover
Australia’s most iconic on-snow experience. Start the day in a snowcat up the mountain to watch the sunrise at Australia’s Highest Lifted Point. Indulge in a mimosa breakfast at Eagles Nest before scoring first tracks down Supertrail – all before the lifts start spinning.

Kareela Snowcat Dinners
Ride in a snowcat after dark to the Snowy Mountains’ most iconic restaurant. Transforming into the ultimate evening destination with a 4-course gourmet dining experience, this is the definition of alpine luxury.

Kareela Supper Club presented by Pommery
Elevate Saturday night après. Ride the Gondola under the stars before hopping in a snowcat to the final destination – the iconic Kareela Hutte. From the deck, experience an all-new perspective of the flare run and fireworks show from above, accompanied by champagne and canapes.

Merritts Mountain Haus Feast
An unforgettable experience for the whole family. Ride the Gondola under the stars to Merritts Mountain House for a Bavarian-inspired feast. Enjoy unforgettable views of the Thredbo Village lights as you ride back down.

Dead Horse Gap Tour presented by Range Rover
The ultimate backcountry tour for maximum downhill riding and stunning views. Learn basic backcountry skills and soak up local knowledge about the area while being guided through the snowgums of Dead Horse Gap. A Range Rover will meet you at the end of the tour to take you back to Thredbo.

Guided Mountain Tours presented by Range Rover
Score an exclusive skiing or snowboarding tour of Thredbo. With an expert guide at the helm, uncover the best-kept secrets of the mountain, learn all about the area and discover your new favourite runs.

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• Thredbo Resort announces that a limited number of season passes, lift passes, rentals, lessons, backcountry tours and more are now available to purchase for winter 2024.
• Kicking off 8 June, this winter will be Thredbo’s biggest yet with several new offerings and developments launching including the new Alpine Coaster, the country’s largest winter events and experiences calendar and Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.
• Winter 2024 season passes will include access to the largest-ever benefits program, offering huge discounts across the resort. 
• Thredbo has unveiled new ways for guests to save this winter, offering discounts on Value Season lift passes, advanced bookings and rental equipment bundles.

Australia’s Best Ski Resort is excited to launch its winter 2024 offering today with its new benefit-loaded season passes, lift passes, rentals, lessons, backcountry tours and more now available to purchase at thredbo.com.au.

Kicking off on June 8 through to October 7, Thredbo will provide the Southern Hemisphere’s most premium winter experience with access to Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding, the launch of the Southern Hemisphere’s first Alpine Coaster, a curated winter events, entertainment, and experiences calendar boasting Australia’s biggest acts plus lots more. 

Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort for the seventh year in a row at the 2023 World Ski Awards, Thredbo makes significant upgrades every year to ensure each season is better than the last and 2024 will be no different. With the all-new Thredbo Alpine Coaster, snowmaking upgrades, new on-mountain machinery, new dining options plus lots more, Thredbo has elevated many aspects of its offering to ensure this will be the biggest and best winter to date. 

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver says that the success of the resort’s recently redesigned premium business model coupled with the new developments puts Thredbo in a strong position this winter. 

“Our focus on prioritising capacity utilisation on the mountain is continuing to drive a more premium experience overall. Combine this with the new Alpine Coaster, Australia’s biggest winter events calendar plus our incredible skiing and snowboarding offering, and we’re confident that this winter will be one of our best. We can’t wait to welcome all our guests back to make more once-in-a-lifetime memories in the mountains,” said Mr Diver. 

Huge New Benefits With The Winter 2024 Season Passes
A limited number of winter 2024 season passes are now available to purchase from today including the Thredbo Season Pass, the Thredbo Season Pass + Ikon Base Pass, and the Value Season Pass (includes blackout dates from 6 – 21 July 2024). 

Purchasing a 2024 winter season pass will provide access to Thredbo’s largest benefits program ever including significant discounts on Alpine Coaster rides, private lessons, food and drinks, rental, retail, backcountry tours, bring a friend vouchers, unlimited access to the Leisure Centre and lots more. 

A great value option for those who also want to ski and snowboard overseas is the Thredbo Season Pass + Ikon Base Pass. Enjoy huge savings when you combine the benefits of both passes, providing unlimited access to Thredbo’s winter 2024 season plus unlimited access at 14 destinations and up to 5 days at a further 36 destinations.

More Ways To Save This Winter!
New this winter, Thredbo is offering ways guests can save including:

• Value Season discounts of up to 50% for kids and up to 30% for adults on 3-to-5-day mid-week lift passes between June 8 – 28 and September 9 – October 7.
• Great value discounts all season by booking lift passes 7 days in advance, plus 20% off rental hire when bundled with their pass.

A limited number of lift passes, rentals, lessons, backcountry tours and more are now available to purchase for winter 2024. To improve guests’ experiences on the mountain and throughout the resort, Thredbo limits the amount of daily tickets sold and therefore recommends planning ahead and booking early to avoid missing out. 

New Alpine Coaster, Snowmaking Upgrades, More Snowcats 
Thredbo is committed to continued growth and a premium experience for guests, completing six significant developments since 2022.

Construction is progressing for the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever year-round Alpine Coaster, opening this winter season. The new Thredbo Alpine Coaster will diversify the resort’s year-round recreational offering as an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain. At 1.5km in length, passengers will be able to control their speed of up to 40km/h as they travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks featuring a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the alpine environment.  

Thredbo is further improving its skiing and snowboarding technology, growing its existing snowmaking, grooming and parks building fleets. Thredbo will replace the pipeline snowmaking gun and add three new fan guns towards the base of the Kosciuszko Chairlift, building upon the fifteen snowmaking guns added in 2022 and 2023. There will also be a new Pisten Bully snowcat and Prinoth Demo snowcat added to the fleet, ensuring Thredbo machinery remains top of the line for grooming and terrain park building.

As part of this wide-scale development plan, Thredbo has a chairlift infrastructure upgrade program in place, launching Freddie’s Snowrunner in 2023 plus the Easy-Rider T-Bar and the Merritts Gondola in 2022. The Snowgums Chairlift is the next lift to be replaced in 2025 as part of this plan. 

Australia’s Biggest-Ever Winter Events and Experiences Calendar
Boasting Australia’s largest winter calendar every year, Thredbo’s curated lineup of events, experiences and entertainment will be its biggest and most diverse to date this winter. Elevating the customer experience, guests will enjoy daily live music and entertainment, the weekly flare run and fireworks show, a huge lineup of its famous après events, kid’s festivals, skiing and snowboarding events and a series of once-in-a-lifetime on-mountain experiences.

Thredbo will be sharing further details on the 2024 winter events and experiences calendar over the coming weeks.

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The 2024 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools event was a record-breaker last week with the highest-ever number of students descending on Thredbo to compete. To check out the media imagery and vision, please click here.

From Monday 4 – Friday 8 March, over 1200 kids from 300 schools around the country turned out to Thredbo MTB Park to race in four events across five days last week at the 2024 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools.

The record-breaking number of students at this year’s Interschools reflects the fast-growing nature of mountain biking in Australia with participation in both the female divisions and the junior school divisions experiencing huge growth since last year.

Thredbo MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said it was incredible to watch the next generation of mountain biking talent in action last week. 

“The number of kids who came to compete this week is a testament to the bright future this sport has in Australia. The level of skill these young riders bring to the table improves greatly each year and there are now junior school kids competing at a really high level. This event has been a starting point in the careers of many pro riders in Australia and I believe there were many future stars on this week’s lineup too,” said Mr Windshuttle. 

With five divisions for school children between year 3 to year 12, the event schedule featured four race events including the Oakley Downhill, Fox Flow, Norco All-Mountain and Rockshox Pump Track. 

There was some incredibly strong talent on the start lines with Thredbo Junior Ambassador Maddy Lloyd and Reid Armstrong both taking out the wins in all of their races. Both students are from the local area and were competing for Snowy Mountains Grammar School, scoring lots of points that helped contribute to the school’s overall win of the event. 

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EVT’s Thredbo Resort has announced that construction is underway for the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever year-round Alpine Coaster, set to open in winter this year. The new Thredbo Alpine Coaster will diversify the resort’s year-round recreational offering as an all-weather, action-packed way to experience the mountain.  
 
At 1.5km in length, from thrill-seekers to leisure cruisers, passengers will be able to control their speed of up to 40km/h as they travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks featuring a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the alpine environment.  
 
Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said this development is in alignment with the resort’s focus on providing a premium guest experience and EVT’s overarching strategic focus to create experiences that escape the ordinary. 
 
“The Alpine Coaster is set to add a new dimension to every guest’s visit. It will be a hugely exciting on-snow experience in winter, and it will build upon our wide range of outdoor adventures in summer as a drawcard for new tourists to the village in the shoulder seasons. This new development is a testament to Thredbo’s commitment to provide a premium experience for our guests 365 days a year,” said Mr Diver. 

Construction commenced in October last year, and there has been considerable progress with the bulk civil excavation works and concreting now complete, and the track installation currently in progress. As part of the construction, the Alpine Coaster will undergo safety testing by independent third-party engineers in the later part of Autumn, ready for the first customers in winter this year.

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Thredbo’s 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile was a huge success this week with over 3000 people turning out for a non-stop week of racing and good times. To check out the media imagery and vision, please click here.

The 10th Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile took over Thredbo this week from Monday February 12 – Saturday February 17.

Over 800 competitors and thousands of spectators descended on the Snowy Mountains to enjoy an action-packed lineup of events and entertainment.

Thredbo MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said he couldn’t believe this was the 10th year of the Cannonball MTB Festival.

“Seeing this incredible event grow into what it is has been a huge highlight of my career. Thredbo’s downhill field now looks like a World Cup start line, right here in the Snowy Mountains of Australia. It’s awesome to watch our local riders and ambassadors put up such a strong fight on home turf against the internationals.”

“Bringing back the iconic 90’s style Dual Slalom event this year was such a nostalgic experience for me and the wider MTB community. The crowds were huge and the park conditions were as good as they get this week. It’s been one of our biggest and best Cannonballs so far,” said Mr Windshuttle.

The Cannonball MTB Festival is bringing in a more elite level of rider to Australia every year with this year’s lineup of international pros and heavy-hitting locals including Jackson Goldstone, Laurie Greenland, Nina Hoffman, Amaury Pierrion, Myriam Nicole, Dylan Maples, Jack Moir, Troy Brosnan, Connor Fearon, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Caroline Buchanan, Luke Meier-Smith, Remy Meier-Smith, Oliver Zwar, Jackson Connelly, Jackson Frew, Tegan Cruz, Oisin O’Callaghan, Vali Hoell and Kasper Wooley.

Day 1 | Monday February 12
On day one, riders turned out to the park to practice for the Osprey All-Mountain Assault, Fox Flow Motion Cup and Oakley Australian Open Downhill race events. The sun was shining and the festival atmosphere was in full swing as everyone geared up for a massive week of racing ahead.

Day 2 | Tuesday February 13
Tuesday was the first official day of racing, kicking off with the Osprey All-Mountain Assault. Competitors put their stamina to the test across a 6 kilometre racetrack that challenged even the most avid enduro purist with rock rolls, pinch climbs and steep switchbacks. While the final times were tight, it was ultimately Ryan Gilchrist and Ellie Smith who took out the wins in the Pro Division.

Day 3 | Wednesday February 14
With perfect conditions for a heated day of gravity racing, day 3 saw the first round of competitors take to Thredbo’s famous 5km Kosciuszko Flow Trail for the Fox Flow Motion Cup. Ellie Smith took out her second win of the week in the Pro Women category and in the Pro Men category, it was Luke Meier-Smith who came out on top of the podiums.

Day 4 | Thursday February 15
With the qualifying Pump Track laps in the morning, followed by the second round of Fox Flow Motion Cup racing and the Official Practice laps for the Oakley Australian Open Downhill, and then the electric Rockshox Pump Track Challenge Finals in the evening, day 4 was absolutely jam-packed for racers and spectators.

Ultimately, it was Thredbo Ambassador Caroline Buchanan who took out the win in the Pro Women division with Connor Mielke in second and Ellie Smith taking out her third podium of the week in third place. In the Pro Men division, Ryan Gilchrist took out first place in a heated final race followed by Bailey Meares in second place and Luke Meier-Smith in third place.

Day 5 | Friday February 16
To celebrate 10 years of the Cannonball MTB Festival this year, Thredbo added a brand new race to the schedule – the Maxxis Dual Slalom. On Friday, this old-school dual racing format saw riders go head to head on the grass at Friday Flat with the qualifying laps in the morning followed by the final races in the evening.

The huge crowd of spectators were treated to an exciting evening of thrills and spills as riders were pitted against each other and put it all on the line to score a winning time. After some fiery heats, it was Thredbo Ambassador Caroline Buchanan who took out the win in the Pro Women Category and Luke Meier-Smith who won the Pro Men’s Division.

Day 6 | Saturday February 17
The energy in the resort was absolutely electric on Saturday with the biggest crowd Cannonball has ever seen. Over 3000 people turned out for the famous Oakley Australian Open Downhill Racing Finals and the high-energy Deity Whip Wars event.

Kicking off at 11AM, the Oakley Australian Open Downhill saw the world’s best riders take on the iconic Cannonball Downhill trail to fight for the highly sought after title of Downhill Champion. After a battle for the ages, it was ultimately Nina Hoffman who took out the win in the Pro Women’s Division and Jackson Frew who claimed first place in the Pro Men’s Division at the 2024 Oakley Australian Open Downhill.

After the downhill finals, everyone headed to the event hub for the invite-only Deity Whip Wars event. As always, this spectacle brought in an insane crowd with thousands of spectators turning out to witness the pro riders send it on the jump. After a huge show of whips and tricks, it was young riders 14-year-old Archie Young and 13-year-old Indi Lambert who impressed the judges the most and took out the wins.

Finally, at last night’s presentations, it was Luke Meier-Smith and Ellie Smith who had tallied up the most points at each event throughout the week and were officially crowned as the King and Queen of Cannonball 2024.

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Non-Stop Entertainment, Live Music & Activations 
It’s not just the on-mountain action that draws the MTB community to Thredbo for this event. With a non-stop lineup of entertainment, live music and activations, the good times don’t stop rolling all week.

This year’s schedule offered multiple pro athlete signing sessions, DJ sets every day, and a massive Balter Brewers Cannonball Closing Party featuring the Terrys Band on Saturday night followed by the Official After Party at the Keller Bar.

The atmosphere was electric throughout the entire resort all week as the best MTB brands set up shop in Cannonball’s pit village and offered non-stop games, giveaways and product demo activations.

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Today was the sixth and final day of the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile, which saw Jackson Frew and Nina Hoffman take out the wins at the Oakley Australian Open Downhill, and Luke Meier-Smith and Ellie Smith crowned as the King and Queen of Cannonball 2024. 

Today was an incredible day at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park for the sixth and final day of the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile.

The key events on today’s schedule were the highly-anticipated Oakley Australian Open Downhill Racing Finals and the high-energy Deity Whip Wars event.

The prospect of winning today’s Downhill race brought a huge lineup of the world’s best riders to Thredbo with the likes of Jackson Goldstone, Laurie Greenland, Nina Hoffman, Amaury Pierrion, Myriam Nicole, Ryan Gilchrist, Dylan Maples, Jack Moir, Troy Brosnan, Connor Fearon, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Caroline Buchannan, Luke Meier-Smith, Remy Meier-Smith, Oliver Zwar, Jackson Connelly, Jackson Frew, Tegan Cruz, Oisin O’Callaghan and Kasper Wooley all here to compete.

After a huge spectacle of world-class racing, it was ultimately international rider Nina Hoffman who took out the win in the Pro Women’s Division at the 2024 Oakley Australian Open Downhill with Thredbo Ambassador Sian A’Hern in second place and Myriam Nicole in third.

In the Pro Men’s Division, it was Thredbo Ambassador Jackson Frew who claimed first place with Kye A’Hern in second place and Connor Fearon in third. With so many international riders on the start list, it was incredible to see an all Australian lineup on the Pro Men Downhill podiums this year.

At this evening’s presentations, it was Luke Meier-Smith and Ellie Smith who tallied up the most points at each event this week and were officially crowned as the King and Queen of Cannonball 2024.

After the downhill finals, everyone headed to the event hub for the invite-only Deity Whip Wars event. As always, this spectacle brought in an insane crowd with thousands of spectators turning out to witness the pro riders send it on the jump. After some next level whips and tricks, it was young riders 14-year old Archie Young and 13-year old who impressed the judges and took out the top spots on the podium.

For the full event results today, please click here.

Tonight, spectators and competitors are heading to Alpine Bar to celebrate the end of an amazing week and 10-years of Cannonball at the Cannonball Closing Party featuring The Terrys Band followed by the Official After Party at the Keller Bar.

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Day 5 of Thredbo’s 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile delivered a whole new level of old school fun with the new Maxxis Dual Slalom Race. To check out the media imagery and vision, please click here.

To celebrate 10-years of the Cannonball MTB Festival this year, Thredbo added a brand new race to the schedule; the Maxxis Dual Slalom. 

Yesterday, the all-new dual racing format saw riders go head to head on the grass at Friday Flat with the qualifying laps in the morning followed by the final races in the evening. Thredbo had taken a laid-back approach to the old-school course, utilising Friday Flat’s natural amphitheater and off camber grass turns top to bottom.

The huge crowd of spectators were treated to a huge evening of old-school thrills and spills as riders were pitted against each other and put it all on the line to score a winning time. 

After some fiery heats, it was ultimately Thredbo Ambassador Caroline Buchanan who took out the win in the Pro Women Category and Luke Meier-Smith who won the Pro Men Division. 

In addition to the evening’s fun, yesterday also saw racers take on the famous Cannonball trail for the Oakley Australian Open Downhill seeding races ahead of today’s highly anticipated Downhill Finals at 11AM. 

The prospect of winning today’s Downhill race has brought a huge lineup of the world’s best riders to Thredbo with the likes of Jackson Goldstone, Laurie Greenland, Nina Hoffman, Amaury Pierrion, Myriam Nicole, Ryan Gilchrist, Dylan Maples, Jack Moir, Troy Brosnan, Connor Fearon, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Caroline Buchannan, Luke Meier-Smith, Remy Meier-Smith, Oliver Zwar, Jackson Connelly, Jackson Frew, Tegan Cruz, Oisin O’Callaghan and Kasper Wooley all here to compete.

If the practice laps and seeding races are anything to go by, today’s Oakley Australian Open Downhill Final races will be a battle for the ages with last year’s champions Jackson Goldstone and Sian A’Hern both back to fight for their champion title in 2024.

Following the Downhill finals today, the iconic invite-only Deity Whip Wars event will kick off. Always bringing in a huge crowd, this event puts on a spectacular show with a lineup of the greatest mountain bikers sending it sideways on a massive jump in the heart of the event hub. 

Once all the action is done, everyone will head to Alpine Bar for presentations, where the winners will be announced for the Oakley Australian Open Downhill and the Deity Whip Wars plus the Cannonball King and Queen will be officially crowned for 2024. 

Presentations will then roll into a night of live music and celebrations with the free Cannonball Closing Party featuring The Terry’s Band taking over Alpine Bar followed by the Official After Party at the Keller Bar. It’s sure to be a fun evening as everyone celebrates 10-years of the Cannonball MTB Festival and the end of an awesome week. 

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There was non-stop action at Day 4 of the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile with more racing and practice going down all day followed by the Rockshox Pump Track Challenge Finals which brought the village to life in the evening. To check out the media imagery and vision from today, please click here.

Day 4 of the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival yesterday saw over a thousand spectators and hundreds of competitors take to Thredbo’s Village Green for the RockShox Pump Track Challenge. 

With the qualifying Pump Track laps in the morning, followed by the second round of Fox Flow Motion Cup racing and the Official Practice laps for the Oakley Australian Open Downhill, and then the Rockshox Pump Track Challenge Finals in the evening, day 4 was absolutely jam-packed for racers and spectators. 

Thredbo’s Pump Track came to life under the lights last night as the smooth momentum masters set the perfectly sculpted course on fire. A test of skill and stamina, riders pumped and doubled to fight for their spot on the podiums.

Ultimately, it was Thredbo Ambassador Caroline Buchanan who took out the win in the Pro Women division with Connor Mielke in second and Ellie Smith taking out her third podium of the week in third place. 

In the Pro Men division, Ryan Gilchrist took out first place in a heated final race followed by Bailey Meares in second place and Luke Meier-Smith in third place. 

With competitors gaining points at every event throughout the week, these wins put competitors in a good position to fight for the ultimate title of Cannonball King and Queen. Ellie Smith and Ryan Gilchrist are currently the front runners on the leaderboard but with three more heated events to come, it’s still anyone’s game. 

The ultimate spectator event, last night’s RockShox Pump Track Challenge saw over a thousand spectators gather around the course, cheering for competitors and enjoying the atmosphere with a barbecue, live music and lots of brand activations with giveaways, games and free samples. 

After the Pump Track Challenge ended at around 7:30PM last night, everyone headed to Alpine Bar for the presentations and live music plus the opportunity to mingle with a huge number of the world’s best riders. 

Two More Massive Days Ahead
The Cannonball week is heating up with lots more action to come including the all-new Maxxis Dual Slalom race today followed by the famous Oakley Australian Open Downhill Finals and the Deity Whip Wars tomorrow. 

With a huge variety of terrain remaining open to the public every day throughout the festival, guests are encouraged to bring their bikes and get in some laps in between watching the pros each day. 

The fun doesn’t stop on the race course at Cannonball either with a huge lineup of entertainment, live music and activations happening every day. 

With daily DJ sets, a huge Cannonball Closing Party at Alpine Bar featuring a set from The Terry’s on Saturday night followed by the Official After Party at The Keller Bar, the live music lineup is stacked with free events.

The incredible atmosphere of the Cannonball Pit Village is back in action all week with a huge variety of the best MTB brands setting up shop, offering deals and discounts, and hosting activations each day. 

To check out everything on offer for spectators at Cannonball MTB Festival, please click here.

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The tenth Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile is in full swing with world-class riders bringing the heat to the track at the Fox Flow Motion Cup today. To check out the media imagery and vision from today, please click here.

Day 3 of the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival saw the first round of competitors take to Thredbo’s famous 5km Kosciuszko Flow Trail for the Fox Flow Motion Cup today. 

The sun was shining and overnight rainfall meant the race course was running nice and tacky compared to yesterday’s dusty conditions.

Although not super technical, this race requires an efficient type of rider and definitely put all the competitor’s fitness to the test. A stack of steep banked berms and rolling traverses meant that cornering and pedaling ability was paramount.

Ellie Smith took out her second win of the week today, claiming first place in the Pro Women category at today’s Fox Flow Motion Cup as well as yesterday’s Osprey All-Mountain Assault. These two wins put her in prime position to take out the title of Queen of Cannonball at the end of the week. 

In the Pro Men category, it was Luke Meier-Smith who came out on top of the podiums, followed by Ryan Gilchrist in second place and Jack Moir in third.

After the racing finished, racers and spectators headed to Alpine Bar for live music, presentations and an Athlete Poster Signing session. Some of the world’s best riders were gathered together to meet excited fans including the likes of Jackson Goldstone, Laurie Greenland, Nina Hoffman, Amaury Pierrion, Myriam Nicole, Dylan Maples, Jack Moir, Troy Brosnan, Connor Fearon, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Caroline Buchanan, Luke Meier-Smith, Remy Meier-Smith, Oliver Zwar, Jackson Connelly, Jackson Frew, Tegan Cruz, Oisin O’Callaghan, Vali Hoell and Kasper Wooley. 

More Action To Come
The Cannonball week is only just getting started with the Group B Fox Flow Motion Cup race and the RockShox Pump Track Challenge going down tomorrow, the all-new Maxxis Dual Slalom race on Friday, plus the famous Oakley Australian Open Downhill Finals and the Deity Whip Wars on Saturday. 

With a huge variety of terrain remaining open to the public every day throughout the festival, guests are encouraged to bring their bikes and get in some laps in between watching the pros each day. 

The fun doesn’t stop on the race course at Cannonball either with a huge lineup of entertainment, live music and activations happening all week.

With daily DJ sets, a huge Cannonball Closing Party at Alpine Bar featuring a set from The Terry’s on Saturday night followed by the Official After Party at The Keller Bar, the live music lineup is stacked all week with free events.

The incredible atmosphere of the Cannonball Pit Village is back in action all week with a huge variety of the best MTB brands setting up shop, offering deals and discounts, and hosting activations each day. 

To check out everything on offer for spectators at Cannonball MTB Festival, please click here.

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The tenth Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile has officially kicked off at Thredbo Resort. To check out the media imagery and vision from days 1 & 2, please click here.

Kicking off yesterday and running until this Saturday February 12, Australia’s Biggest Mountain Biking Festival has returned to Thredbo for 2024.

With over 800 riders registered to compete and thousands of spectators expected to turn out and enjoy the action, the Cannonball MTB Festival offers six non-stop days of racing, live music and activations that showcases everything the mountain biking world has to offer.

A huge range of the world’s best riders are in town to compete this week including Jackson Goldstone, Laurie Greenland, Nina Hoffman, Amaury Pierrion, Myriam Nicole, Dylan Maples, Jack Moir, Troy Brosnan, Connor Fearon, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Caroline Buchannan, Luke Meier-Smith, Remy Meier-Smith, Oliver Zwar, Jackson Connelly, Jackson Frew, Tegan Cruz, Oisin O’Callaghan, Vali Hoell and Kasper Wooley.

Day 1 | Monday February 12
On day one, riders turned out to the park to practice for the Osprey All-Mountain Assault, Fox Flow Motion Cup and Oakley Australian Open Downhill race events. The sun was shining and the festival atmosphere was in full swing as everyone geared up for a massive week of racing ahead.

Day 2 | Tuesday February 13
Today was the first official day of racing for the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival. Kicking off with the Osprey All-Mountain Assault Race, competitors put their stamina to the test across a 6 kilometre racetrack that challenged even the most avid enduro purist with rock rolls, pinch climbs and steep switchbacks.

While the final times were tight, it was ultimately Ryan Gilchrist and Ellie Smith who took out the wins in today’s Pro Division. For the full event results, please click here.

The Thredbo Ambassador crew brought out some killer results today with Junior Ambassador Maddie Lloyd absolutely smashing her division to take out the win and Jack Moir taking out third place in the Pro Men category.

A Huge Week Ahead 
The action is only just getting started with the Fox Flow Motion Cup race going down tomorrow and Thursday, the RockShox Pump Track Challenge on Thursday evening, the all-new Maxxis Dual Slalom race on Friday, plus the famous Oakley Australian Open Downhill Finals and the Deity Whip Wars on Saturday.

With a huge variety of terrain remaining open to the public every day throughout the festival, guests are encouraged to bring their bikes and get in some laps in between watching the pros each day.

The fun doesn’t stop on the race course at Cannonball either with a huge lineup of entertainment, live music and activations happening all week.

Tomorrow evening at 5PM, bring the kids and come along to Alpine Bar to meet the pros at the athlete poster signing session.

With daily DJ sets, a huge Cannonball Closing Party at Alpine Bar featuring a set from The Terry’s on Saturday night followed by the Official After Party at The Keller Bar, the live music lineup is stacked all week with free events.

The incredible atmosphere of the Cannonball Pit Village is back in action all week with a huge variety of the best MTB brands setting up shop, offering deals and discounts, and hosting activations each day.

To check out everything on offer for spectators at Cannonball MTB Festival, please click here.

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Thredbo Resort is excited to launch its Winter Early Bird Deal, offering guests up to 20% off accommodation booked this month. 

Thredbo Resort has launched a Winter Early Bird Deal, offering guests great value and savings on accommodation for the 2024 winter season.

Running every day until February 29, the Winter Early Bird Deal includes up to 20% off bookings across a wide range of self-service apartments, cabins and chalets.

Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards for the seventh consecutive year in 2023, Thredbo Resort is excited to welcome guests back for another massive winter of skiing and snowboarding in 2024.

Winter season passes, lift passes, lessons, rentals and more will all be going on sale in March.

For terms and conditions and to book now, please click here.

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Thredbo Resort is gearing up to host a massive 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile, offering competitors and spectators an action-packed week of racing, entertainment and activations. 

Celebrating its tenth year, Australia’s Biggest MTB Festival will return to Thredbo Mountain Bike Park from February 12 – 17, 2024. 

Expected to draw thousands of people to the Snowy Mountains, including a number of the world’s best mountain bike riders, the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. 

Not just for competitors, this event is the ultimate spectator experience. With the opportunity to witness the biggest names in mountain biking compete and enjoy a non-stop lineup of entertainment and activations every day, everyone is invited to come along and immerse themselves in everything the Australian MTB world has to offer. 

Thredbo is excited to reveal its star-studded list of Cannonball competitors for 2024 including Jackson Goldstone, Laurie Greenland, Nina Hoffman, Steve Peat, Amaury Pierrion, Myriam Nicole, Dylan Maples, Jack Moir, Troy Brosnan, Connor Fearon, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Caroline Buchannan, Luke Meier-Smith, Remy Meier-Smith, Oliver Zwar, Jackson Connelly, Jackson Frew, Tegan Cruz, Oisin O’Callaghan, Vali Hoell and Kasper Wooley. 

With a start list this strong, spectators are in for an incredible show at every race but the Rockshox Pump Track Finals on Thursday February 15, the all-new Maxxis Dual Slalom Finals on Friday February 16, as well as the Oakley Australian Open Downhill Finals and Deity Whip Wars on Saturday February 17 are all events that are not to be missed. 

With a huge variety of terrain remaining open to the public every day throughout the festival, guests are encouraged to bring their bikes and get in some laps in between watching action each day. 

The fun doesn’t stop on the race course at Cannonball either with a huge lineup of entertainment, live music and activations happening all week.

On Wednesday February 14 at 5PM, bring the kids and come along to Alpine Bar to meet the pros at the athlete poster signing session. 

With daily DJ sets, a huge Cannonball Closing Party at Alpine Bar featuring a set from The Terry’s on Saturday night followed by the Official After Party at The Keller Bar, the live music lineup is stacked all week with free events.

The incredible atmosphere of the Cannonball Pit Village will be back in action all week with a huge variety of the best MTB brands setting up shop and hosting activations each day. 

To check out everything on offer for spectators at Cannonball MTB Festival, please click here.

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Thredbo is celebrating a successful 29th Blues Festival this weekend which saw over a thousand blues lovers descend on the Snowy Mountains for 3 huge days of live music and good times. For media imagery and vision, please click here.

Thredbo Resort hosted the 29th Thredbo Blues Festival this weekend, attracting guests to the Snowy Mountains from all over the country to enjoy a huge 3 day program featuring over 60 performances from more than 20 of Australia’s best blues acts.

The unique festival atmosphere took over the entire resort this weekend with a non-stop lineup of shows running from morning to night at 15 venues across the mountain and the village.

With huge headline acts including Ray Beadle, Karen Lee Andrews, Jeff Lang and Alison Ferrier, 19Twenty, Dom Turner & The Rural Blues Project, and Geoff Achison, festival goers were treated to lively gigs and intimate performances by some of the country’s best blues acts.

In addition to the headline acts, the festival supported a range of up-and-coming performers, with the youngest act being 12 year old LilG who impressed audiences with her incredible talent at such a young age.

Kicking off on Friday night and rolling all the way through to Sunday, guests enjoyed everything the festival had to offer including gourmet blues-style dining experiences, kicking back with friends at large festival-style outdoor shows, and hitting the dance floor into the early hours at iconic venues like the Keller Bar and Schuss Bar.

Looking forward, Thredbo’s summer events calendar won’t be slowing down anytime soon, with Cannonball MTB Festival kicking off on February 12, the third installment of the Thredbo Gravity Series on February 3, and the Taste of the Snowies Food & Wine Festival on March 2.

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Thredbo’s summer events line-up is non-stop throughout December and January, set to attract strong visitation to the Snowy Mountains with live music and entertainment, festive events, Kids Adventure Festivals during school holidays, mountain biking, outdoor activities and more.

Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination is preparing to host a huge number of lively summer events throughout December and January, expected to attract a wide variety of visitors to the mountains.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said that the summer events calendar is continuing to drive strong visitation and deliver an exceptional customer experience each year.

“With lots of Australian’s looking for adventurous domestic destinations, we’re expecting the resort to be operating at its best over this holiday period. Our events continue to add another layer to our guests’ and the local community’s experience in-resort, and I can’t wait to feel the lively atmosphere they bring to the mountains again this summer.”

Thredbo Gravity Series #1 & #2: December 16
The first two of five rounds of MTB racing for Thredbo Gravity Series will see competitors compete in the Osprey Ricochet Rumble and the Rockshox Pump Track Party on December 16. This fun style of racing is all about racing your mates and having a laugh while still pushing the boundaries in a more regionally geared competition.

Kids Summer Adventure Festival: December 22 – January 14
Kids are about to take over the mountain these school holidays! With MTB School Holiday Camps, treasure hunts, arts and crafts, alpine bobsled, Mission Inflatable, rock-climbing, circus workshops, movie nights, sports sessions, face painting and lots more, there is something for all ages at Thredbo’s Kids Summer Adventure Festival.

Christmas Eve Carols: December 24
Join us at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel on the 24th of December for the free annual Christmas Eve Carols. From 6pm, Thredbo will be filled with the sound of Christmas as the local community turns out for carols and cheer. Keep a lookout for Santa Claus, rumor has it that he might be dropping by to say hi…

Christmas Day Lunch: December 25
Sleigh bells will be ringing this as we welcome you to celebrate with your loved ones this Christmas Day. To get into the festive spirit, the Thredbo Alpine Hotel has put together a range of Christmas Day Lunch experiences to make your day memorable. Celebrate in style with a mouth-watering lunch and premium beverage package at Cascades Restaurant, or have a family feast in the Kosciuszko Room that’s sure to please kids and parents alike.

New Years Eve Degustation Dinner: December 31
Executive Chef Paul Starley has been working his magic in the kitchen to put together a five course degustation event for you to enjoy at Cascades Restaurant this New Years Eve. Sit back, relax, take in the sweeping views of the mountains and indulge in a 3hr bottomless beverage package. Following dinner, dust off those dancing shoes for some late night entertainment in the Alpine Bar.

Thredbo Summer Music Series ft. Steve Edmonds Band: December 31
The hills are alive with the sound of music! The Thredbo Music Series is back at Alpine Bar for its first installment of live music and mountain vibes this New Years Eve. Catch legendary guitarist Steve Edmonds and his band rock the stage with their list of classic guitar anthems and a respectful nod to some of the greatest bands and songs of your generation.

New Year’s Day Party: January 1
Start the new year with good tunes and great vibes at our New Year’s Day Party presented by Balter. Relax in the mountain air at Alpine Bar with your favourite drink and tunes from Steve Edmonds Band. Cheers to the New Year!

Thredbo Summer Music Series ft. Tusk: January 5
The second Thredbo Summer Music Series of the season is set to be a hit with a tribute to everyone’s favourite band. Tusk are celebrating half a century of hits from the legendary Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks, bringing the big concert experience to you in one incredible afternoon. With an all-star line up and over 10 years of touring Tusk is Australia leading Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Experience, get ready for all the chart-topping songs including Gypsy, Go Your Own Way, Little Lies, Landslide, Dreams, Don’t Stop, Edge Of Seventeen, Rhiannon and more.

Thredbo Summer Music Series ft. Felipe Baldomir: January 13
The final edition of Thredbo Summer Music Series, catch Felipe in the Alpine Bar for an intimate afternoon set of mountain sounds and coastal tributes as he brings his talents to Thredbo. The Indie-Folk singer and songwriter from Uruguay is a multi-instrumentalist musical architect, who takes his audience on soulful sonic journeys.

Thredbo Blues Festival: January 19 – 21
The iconic Thredbo Blues Festival is set to descend upon the Snowy Mountains once again. Get set for another amazing program curated to include some of the country’s best blues artists, as well as up and comers to match the familiar faces. Enjoy 3 huge days filled with the best of the blues, good food and wine and awesome times! With intimate bars and restaurants, spectacular outdoor venues and the whole of Thredbo Village given over to the blues, Thredbo sets the stage for an atmosphere that musicians and blues fans love.

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Thredbo has been crowned ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ for the seventh year in a row at the prestigious World Ski Awards in addition to receiving a suite of other awards for winter 2023. 

Thredbo Resort is proud to announce that it has won ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the 2023 World Ski Awards for the seventh consecutive year, in addition to receiving the ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families’ award at the 2023 Out And About With Kids Awards for the sixth year in a row, the ‘Best Australian Resort’ award at the 2023 Snowsports Industries of Australia Awards for the second year in a row and more.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said it is an honour that Thredbo has been awarded ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the World Ski Awards for the seventh year in a row.

“Our premium business model continues to give Thredbo a leading edge, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the industry here in Australia and around the world. Our 2023 award wins are a result of the hard work of so many and we’re extremely grateful for the support of our community and the guests who choose to visit Thredbo each winter,” said Mr Diver.

As Australia’s Best Ski Resort, Thredbo makes significant upgrades every year to ensure each winter is better than the last and 2023 was no different with the resort introducing new events and experiences, boosting booking numbers for its hugely popular on-mountain experiences, debuting Australia’s newest ski lift, adding to the already significant snowmaking fleet plus lots more.

2023 World Ski Awards: Australia’s Best Ski Resort
Thredbo has been awarded ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ for the seventh consecutive year at the 2023 World Ski Awards. The most prestigious awards program in the ski tourism industry, the World Ski Awards is the only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism globally. Despite variable snow conditions this winter, this win reflects the world-class customer experience that Thredbo consistently delivered through its strong offering of unique on-mountain experiences, the country’s biggest winter events calendar and Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.

2023 Out And About With Kids Readers’ Choice Awards: Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families
Thredbo is proud to have taken out the title of ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families’ at the 2023 Out And About With Kids Readers’ Choice Awards for the sixth year in a row. Voted by Australian families, this win is a result of Thredbo’s incredible family offering with its huge variety of snow terrain for all ages and abilities, Australia’s only alpine gondola, one of the country’s best snowsports schools, a dedicated beginner area and a massive line-up of family-friendly events.

2023 Snowsports Industries of Australia Awards: Best Australian Resort
At the tradeshow in October, SIA hosted the Snowsports Industries of Australia Awards, awarding Thredbo with the title of ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ for the second consecutive year.

Skiresort.info Awards: Best Ski Resort In Australia
During winter 2023, a number of Australian ski resorts received a visit from a Skiresort.info representative. The largest ski resort test portal in the world, Skiresort.info awarded Thredbo with the award for the ‘Best Ski Resort In Australia’ in addition to a number of other awards for ‘Top Slope Offering’, ‘Top Ski Lifts’, ‘Top Staff Friendliness’, ‘Top For Families’, ‘Top For Beginners’, ‘Top For Advanced Skiers’, ‘Top Restaurants’, ‘Top Accommodation Offering’ and more.

Environmental Recognition And Awards
Alongside its incredible winter offering, Thredbo takes pride in its long list of environmental initiatives and embraces the opportunity to lead the industry and community towards a more sustainable future, today.

This focus on environment and sustainability has resulted in Thredbo being the first Australian snow resort to receive EarthCheck Gold certification in 2023 for the third year running. EarthCheck is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry. The internationally-recognised certification positions Thredbo a leader of sustainable alpine tourism destinations worldwide.

As the only ski resort to be nominated, Thredbo is also extremely proud to be one of four finalists for the Sustainable Tourism Award at the 2023 Banksia Foundation NSW Sustainability Awards supported by the NSW Government. A celebration of sustainability and ingenuity, these awards recognise NSW individuals, communities, businesses and government for their innovation and excellence in environmental and social stewardship. Thredbo looks forward to celebrating the sustainability achievements of those who are working towards a more sustainable future for NSW at the Awards Ceremony on December 7, 2023.

Looking Forward
Continually improving its offering, Thredbo is currently making even more resort-wide developments with construction now well and truly underway for a new year-round Alpine Coaster that will be ready to ride for winter 2024, as well as continuing to rollout its 10-year chairlift replacement plan to update and improve existing infrastructure.

In addition to current developments, Thredbo also recently lodged a development application (DA) with the NSW Department of Planning and Environment for a new accommodation sub-division for the Thredbo Golf Course. This submission has carefully considered the NSW Government’s objectives to boost activity in the region whilst respecting and preserving the unique Alpine environment. As Australia’s Best Ski Resort for the past seven years, this development aims to continue delivering experiences that support this position.

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The Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools will return to Thredbo in 2024 for another week of action-packed riding, racing and good times among classmates. 

Thredbo is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2024 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools. 

Taking over Thredbo from 4 – 8 March, the 2024 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools will see school kids from all over the country descend on the Snowy Mountains to compete with their classmates. 

MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said he can’t wait to see the next generation of the sport hitting the trails. 

“We love supporting the growth and development of the future mountain biking stars. Interschools is a great opportunity for kids to grow their confidence in a competitive environment while also having a great time with their mates. The talent among junior riders is becoming more and more impressive each year,” said Mr Windshuttle. 

The 2024 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools will feature five divisions for school children between year 3 to year 12, offering four race events throughout the week including the Oakley Downhill, Fox Flow, Norco All-Mountain and Rockshox Pump Track. 

This year’s interschools will see a split schedule with dual racing days. Divisions 3, 4 & 5 will race from Monday to Wednesday, while Divisions 1 & 2 will race from Wednesday to Friday. Competitors can compete as an individual or as a part of their school team and are able to choose which of the five race disciplines to compete in.

Race Divisions

• Division 5 – School Years 3 & 4
• Division 4 – School Years 5 & 6
• Division 3 – School Years 7 & 8
• Division 2 – School Years 9 & 10
• Division 1 – School Years 11 & 12

Race Schedule

• Monday 4 March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | Norco All-Mountain
• Tuesday 5 March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | Fox Flow & Rockshox Pump Track
• Wednesday 6 March – Divisions 3, 4 & 5 | Oakley Downhill
• Wednesday 6 March – Divisions 1 & 2 | Norco All-Mountain
• Thursday 7 March – Division 1 & 2 | Fox Flow & Rockshox Pump Track
• Friday 8 March – Division 1 & 2 | Oakley Downhill

Thredbo MTB Park is celebrating a successful opening day today with a massive number of guests turning out to ride over 40 kilometres of lift-accessed gravity terrain. For media imagery and vision from day one, please click here. 

Thredbo MTB Park officially reopened today with a huge number of riders turning out to kick off the 2023/24 season.

It’s the first time in history that Thredbo MTB Park has been able to open nearly every trail on an opening day. With such a wide variety of terrain on offer, all four MTB lifts spinning and incredible weather, opening day vibes were at an all-time high!

A testament to the huge turnout, today was Thredbo’s biggest season pass day ever with a record number of season pass holders turning out to ride.

Guests enjoyed everything the bike park had to offer today with awesome riding conditions, live music, a free premiere MTB movie screening and the chance to win a stack of prizes.

Thredbo’s massive team of MTB ambassadors have been ripping the trails all weekend including Jack Moir, Sian A’Hern, Kye A’Hern, Tim Eaton, Jackson Frew, Jackson Connelly, Tom Crimmins, Tegan Molloy and Maddy Lloyd.

The ambassador crew tested out the trails yesterday before they were opened to the public and then could be seen enjoying the first laps of the season with guests this morning.

To celebrate opening day, the ambassadors hosted a massive giveaway on the mountain, hiding a huge stack of prizes around the trails for guests to find. The hero prize was a limited edition gold can of Monster Energy, with the lucky recipient winning a ride session tomorrow with Jack Moir, one of the biggest names in mountain biking worldwide.

For media imagery and vision of Thredbo MTB Park’s opening weekend so far, please click here.

Thredbo will celebrate a decade of the iconic Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile next year, with the iconic mountain biking competition returning from Monday 12 – Saturday 17 February 2024. 

Thredbo is thrilled to announce that registrations are now open for the 2024 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile.

Marking a decade of Australia’s largest mountain biking festival, the tenth Cannonball MTB Festival will take over Thredbo MTB Park from Monday 12 – Saturday 17 February 2024.

In honour of the tenth year, Cannonball 2024 will see a brand-new Maxxis Dual Slalom race added to the event schedule. A crowd-favourite that is set to appeal to riders across the country and worldwide, the new Maxxis Dual Slalom will take this year’s total number of action-packed events to six. Other highly-anticipated events returning to the lineup include the Fox Flow Motion Cup, the Osprey All-Mountain Assault, the Rockshox Pump Track Challenge, the invite only Deity Whip Wars and the Oakley Australian Open Downhill.

For 2024, the Oakley Australian Open Downhill will double as round two of the AusCycling DH National Series. The amalgamation of both races will see competitors racing for National Series points in addition to the Cannonball title and a huge stack of cash and prizes in one singular race.

This year’s Cannonball MTB Festival will offer competitors the chance to claim their stake in a huge $120,000 cash and prize purse plus the highly sought after titles of Cannonball King and Queen.

Thredbo MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said “We’re incredibly proud that 2024 will be the 10th year of the Cannonball MTB Festival. We’re so excited for our loyal MTB community to celebrate the occasion with us across our biggest and best week of racing yet.”

Cannonball MTB Festival Event Schedule

Osprey All-Mountain Assault | Tuesday 13 February
The Osprey All-Mountain Assault is a true test of stamina and will see the iron men and women of MTB tackle the 6km enduro style racetrack. The course has everything a rounded rider could ask for with rock rolls, pinch climbs & steep switchbacks to push even the most avid enduro purist.

Fox Flow Motion Cup | Wednesday 14 & Thursday 15 February
Wednesday & Thursday will see the Fox Flow Motion Cup go down on Thredbo’s famous 5km Kosciuszko Flow Trail. Although not super technical, this race requires a fit efficient type of rider. A stack of steep banked berms and rolling traverses ensures that cornering and pedalling ability will be paramount.

Rockshox Pump Track Challenge | Thursday 15 February
Get ready for the Rockshox Pump Track Challenge on Thursday night. See Thredbo’s Pump Track on the Village Green in full flight as the smooth momentum masters set the perfectly sculpted course on fire. A test of ultimate skill and stamina, as riders pump, double and manual around the perfectly sculptured course. Riders will lay down a qualifying run on Thursday morning, with the top riders going through to the final heats held under lights!

Maxxis Dual Slalom | Friday 16 February
To celebrate 10 years of Cannonball, we’re bringing back a crowd favourite race to the schedule for 2024. The Maxxis Dual Slalom will see racers go head to head in an exciting format with a heavy emphasis on foot out, flat out fun. Taking a laid-back approach to the course build, the course utilises the Friday Flat natural amphitheatre and will feature off camber grass turns top to bottom. It will be sure to display plenty of thrills & spills with riders laying down a qualifying run on Friday morning, with the top riders going through to head to head finals format.

Oakley Australian Open Downhill | Friday 16 & Saturday 17 February
The Oakley Australian Open DH will be raced on Thredbo’s famous Cannonball Downhill including the upper fast and furious fire road. Riders will then be thrown into a high speed downhill track comprising of rock gardens, rough chutes, large jumps & raw terrain. This event also boasts the biggest pay day in Australian DH history!

Invite-Only Deity Whip Wars | Saturday 17 February
The crowd pleasing & fan favourite Deity Whip Wars will again hit centre stage Saturday afternoon, with some of the greatest mountain bikers of all time sending it sideways on the super booter in the heart of the event hub. The biggest ‘moto style’ whip brought back will take the honours with bonus points going to riders that send it past 90 degrees. A crowd pleasing trick will also earn you some cold hard cash from the judges!

For the full event schedule, please click here.

Cannonball MTB Festival Event Registration
Event registration for the Cannonball MTB Festival is now open with single event entry and multi-event entry options. The Boost Mobile multi-event entry is the best value when competing in the Cannonball MTB Festival and puts riders on the start line of 5 out of the 6 events including the Osprey All-Mountain Assault, Fox Flow Motion Cup, Rockshox Pump Track Challenge, Oakley Australian Open Downhill and the all-new Maxxis Dual Slalom.

Registration numbers are limited. To register, head to thredbo.com.au.

Non-Stop Good Times
The action won’t stop on the track during Cannonball! It is the ultimate event for spectators and competitors alike with incredible high-energy racing to watch in addition to a huge lineup of activations, daily live music and non-stop good times. To close out the festival on Saturday February 17, there will be a live performance from a headliner special guest. Stay tuned across our channels for the announcement of the special headline act announcement soon.

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With $50,000 worth of cash and prizes on the line, riders will fight for their points across five rounds of racing this summer as Thredbo Gravity Series presented by Fox makes its return. 

Thredbo MTB Park is excited to announce that the much-loved Thredbo Gravity Series presented by Fox will be bringing the fun back to the track this summer.

With five rounds of racing taking place on four select days between Saturday 16 December 2023 and Saturday 27 April 2024, riders will compete on a creative mix of Thredbo’s MTB trail network.

This style of racing is all about having a good time and racing your mates while still pushing the boundaries in a regionally geared competition.

The Thredbo Gravity Series provides a great opportunity for riders of all abilities to get involved with MTB racing and build their confidence competing. With progressive race tracks and a supportive environment, it’s not all about the professional riders with $50,000 of cash and prizes to be won across multiple categories and overall series champions.

Racking up points at each race throughout the season, riders will ultimately compete for the coveted title of Gravity Series Champions.

Further fostering the ever growing MTB community, Thredbo will be hosting social presentations after the races with light-hearted banter encouraged.

Registration for Thredbo Gravity Series is now open.

Osprey Ricochet Rumble | 16 December
The Ricochet Rumble is first up with racers looking to get some early season points in the bank. Utilising Ricochet, this event is your chance to turn up the speed dial and push the limits on a super flowy and fast racecourse.

Rockshox Pump Track Party | 16 December
Momentum is key as racers generate as much speed as possible without a single pedal stroke. From the start mound you will be unweighting through a series of perfectly placed rollers and berms. The fastest lap time will see you take the honours at this crowd-pleasing event.

Crankbrothers Cruiser Crusher | 3 February
A slightly new event to the Gravity Series, the Cruiser Crusher will see a brand-new racecourse utilising Paparazzi into the Lower All-Mountain with the race finishing at the base of the Cruiser Chairlift.

Oakley Supertrail Scramble | 23 March
It’s Cannonball time folks! Taking on the easier sections of the Cannonball DH with a mix of the Kosciuszko Flow, this racecourse is hugely popular among many and brings with it some huge bragging rights.

Maxxis Chainless Champs | 27 April
It’s time to go chainless for the final round of the series! The Chainless Champs will see all competitors remove their chain before pumping and holding speed down Centre Link to lower Kosciuszko Flow. With overall points on the line, expect banter from the sidelines and tactics to determine who will come out as the series champion!

Registration Is Now Open
Head to thredbo.com.au to register for Thredbo Gravity Series now.

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Early Bird Festival Passes are now on sale for the 29th iconic Thredbo Blues Festival, set to take over the Snowy Mountains with three days of soulful performances from 19 – 21 January 2024. 

Thredbo Resort is excited to announce that its iconic Thredbo Blues Festival is returning for its 29th year this summer, offering three non-stop days of soulful tunes and good times from 19 – 21 January 2024.

Bringing the entire village to life with the sound of the blues, Australia’s highest mountains create a spectacular backdrop for guests to enjoy the specially curated program on offer.

This year’s Thredbo Blues Festival is set to be one for the books with a huge number of the country’s best blues acts taking over more than fifteen restaurants, bars and outdoor venues with intimate shows and lively gigs.

The massive 2024 lineup features more than 20 different acts with headliners including Ray Beadle Band, Karen Lee Andrews, Jeff Lang & Alison Ferrier, 19-Twenty, Dom Turner’s Rural Blues Project, Geoff Achison and Frank Sultana Blues Band as well as many more up-and-coming Australian artists.

Whether you’re a lifelong blues lover or looking to add another special experience to your Snowy Mountains visit, the Thredbo Blues Festival creates a unique atmosphere in Thredbo’s village that is enjoyed by all. In addition to the non-stop live music lineup, guests can look forward to enjoying gourmet food and wine, soaking up the natural surroundings and experiencing the resort’s wide range of outdoor activities including mountain biking and hiking.

A limited number of discounted Early Bird festival passes are available to purchase now for $199.

The best way to enjoy the festival is to stay in Thredbo Village where you will be close to all the action. Accommodation is booking fast so guests are encouraged to plan ahead and book online in advance.

Early Bird Festival Passes are now on sale for the 29th iconic Thredbo Blues Festival, set to take over the Snowy Mountains with three days of soulful performances from 19 – 21 January 2024. 

Thredbo Resort is excited to announce that its iconic Thredbo Blues Festival is returning for its 29th year this summer, offering three non-stop days of soulful tunes and good times from 19 – 21 January 2024.

Bringing the entire village to life with the sound of the blues, Australia’s highest mountains create a spectacular backdrop for guests to enjoy the specially curated program on offer.

This year’s Thredbo Blues Festival is set to be one for the books with a huge number of the country’s best blues acts taking over more than fifteen restaurants, bars and outdoor venues with intimate shows and lively gigs.

The massive 2024 lineup features more than 20 different acts with headliners including Ray Beadle Band, Karen Lee Andrews, Jeff Lang & Alison Ferrier, 19-Twenty, Dom Turner’s Rural Blues Project, Geoff Achison and Frank Sultana Blues Band as well as many more up-and-coming Australian artists.

Whether you’re a lifelong blues lover or looking to add another special experience to your Snowy Mountains visit, the Thredbo Blues Festival creates a unique atmosphere in Thredbo’s village that is enjoyed by all. In addition to the non-stop live music lineup, guests can look forward to enjoying gourmet food and wine, soaking up the natural surroundings and experiencing the resort’s wide range of outdoor activities including mountain biking and hiking.

A limited number of discounted Early Bird festival passes are available to purchase now for $199.

The best way to enjoy the festival is to stay in Thredbo Village where you will be close to all the action. Accommodation is booking fast so guests are encouraged to plan ahead and book online in advance.

Head to thredbo.com.au to purchase your 2024 Thredbo Blues Festival pass and book accommodation now.

Head to thredbo.com.au to purchase your 2024 Thredbo Blues Festival pass and book accommodation now.

Australia’s Premier Adventure Destination has launched a new marketing campaign today, encouraging everyone to find their inner wild in the mountains this summer. 

With opening day for the 2023-24 summer season of mountain biking and hiking quickly approaching on November 18, Thredbo has launched an exciting new marketing campaign today.

The campaign comes a week after Thredbo launched its biggest and best summer offering yet, with season passes, day passes, MTB lessons, hiking experiences, rentals and more all becoming available to purchase last Thursday.

From chasing downhill thrills while exploring Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park to stargazing on the rooftop of Australia on a unique night hike, summer in Thredbo offers adventures that can’t be experienced anywhere else in the country.

Australia’s Premier Adventure Destination has launched a new marketing campaign today, encouraging everyone to find their inner wild in the mountains this summer. 

With opening day for the 2023-24 summer season of mountain biking and hiking quickly approaching on November 18, Thredbo has launched an exciting new marketing campaign today.

The campaign comes a week after Thredbo launched its biggest and best summer offering yet, with season passes, day passes, MTB lessons, hiking experiences, rentals and more all becoming available to purchase last Thursday.

From chasing downhill thrills while exploring Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park to stargazing on the rooftop of Australia on a unique night hike, summer in Thredbo offers adventures that can’t be experienced anywhere else in the country.

Plan your adventure now at thredbo.com.au.

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From ascending Mt Kosciuszko by foot to descending over 40kms of thrilling downhill mountain bike trails, Australia’s Highest Mountains are the ultimate place to experience an adventure-filled summer holiday. 

Today, Australia’s Premier Adventure Destination launched its biggest and best summer offering yet, encouraging people from near and far to escape to the mountains and find their inner wild.

From chasing downhill thrills while exploring Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park to stargazing on the rooftop of Australia on a unique night hike, Thredbo offers summer adventures that can’t be experienced anywhere else in the country.

Unveiling a new and improved mountain biking and hiking offering as well as a bigger and better lineup of activities, entertainment and events, Thredbo is the place to be this summer.

Thredbo’s 2023/24 summer season of mountain biking and hiking will begin on 18 November 2023 and run through to 28 April 2024, with season passes, day passes, adventure passes, rentals, lessons and more becoming available to purchase from today.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said Thredbo is gearing up for another massive summer season in line with growing demand for active outdoor adventures such as mountain biking and hiking.

“From adventure-seeking families to wellness-focused travellers and our loyal mountain biking community, our summer visitation and the number of repeat guests is increasing each year across multiple demographics. Last year, we sold a record number of MTB season passes and had more than half of our previous MTB season pass holders come back for another season. We believe this strong number of guests coming back each year is a testament to our incredible summer offering.”

“Whether it’s reconnecting with themselves, others or nature, I love seeing everyone getting outdoors in summer and experiencing the magic of the mountains. We can’t wait to welcome our guests back for another massive summer of adventures,” said Mr Diver.

Experience Pure Gravity At Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park
Boasting Australia’s Only Lift-Accessed MTB Park, over 40 kilometres of downhill terrain for all abilities, an MTB School offering daily clinics with Australia’s top instructors, an extensive range of quality bikes and gear for rental or purchase and a huge calendar of MTB events, Thredbo is a world-class mountain biking destination.

Set to improve the current MTB experience, Thredbo is making some exciting new realignments and updates to sections of the existing trail networks. These updates will see more trail riding accessible off the open ski slopes in the trees and new features added to existing trails.

Thredbo has committed to opening three chairlifts every day this season, weather permitting. While these three chairlifts may change throughout the season, having at least three lifts spinning at all times will ensure that riders can always access an exciting variety of terrain.

Designed with progression in mind, Thredbo Mountain Bike School boasts Australia’s top instructors and offers clinics, lessons & programs for all levels. In addition to our wide range of existing MTB clinics and programs, Thredbo will offer an exciting new specialty kids’ program on select days this summer. The new Gravity Groms sessions are a one-day program designed for kids aged between 5 – 13 to refine their gravity riding and racing skills with our PMBIA certified Instructors.

Last summer, Thredbo transformed the first-timer MTB experience by ensuring there was enough suitable terrain for beginner and intermediate riders. With the debut of three new trails in the Cruiser area; Easy Rider, Paparazzi and Grasshopper that were specifically designed for less experienced riders, Thredbo’s first-timer MTB experience was improved significantly. With this whole area dedicated to beginner and intermediate skill progression, convenient bike and protective equipment rental and an MTB School offering daily introductory clinics, Thredbo will continue to focus on providing a fun, safe and supportive environment for beginner riders this summer.

A limited number of 2023/24 MTB Season Passes are available to purchase now, with Adult Season Passes for $699 and One-Day Adult Passes starting from $89. To ensure a positive guest experience, passes are limited so guests are encouraged to plan and book online in advance. From today, bookings are available for a wide range of clinics and programs at Thredbo MTB School with Introduction to MTB lessons from $59, and progressive clinics from $89.

From Sunset To Starry Nights: Experience Australia’s Highest Hikes
With the picture-perfect Alpine Lakes Hike for keen photographers, the Aries Tor Hike for budding ecologists, the challenging Mt Townsend Hike for fit adventurers, and New Moon Hikes, Sunset Hikes and Meteor Shower Hikes for astrology lovers, Thredbo offers a unique hiking adventure that is suited to everyone’s interests and abilities.

In response to strong demand last summer, Thredbo Hikes has expanded its range of unique evening hikes, announcing a new series of Aries Tor At Sunset Hikes and New Moon Hikes. From stargazing underneath the Milky Way to watching the full moon rise over the mountains and witnessing rare astrological events, Thredbo’s evening hikes are expected to be a popular offering this summer.

Thredbo Hikes offers a range of Self-Guided Hikes as well as Guided Hikes and Private Hikes led by Thredbo’s knowledgeable local guides. Both private and guided hikes help guests get more out of their hiking experience as they can be safely guided through adventurous terrain to access beautiful landscapes while learning about history, ecology and more along the way. Thredbo’s Private Hikes offering is continuing to increase in popularity as it allows more flexibility with dates and times and provides a more personalised hiking experience that is tailored to guests’ interests and abilities.

With the NSW Government’s Snowies Alpine Walk project currently on track for completion in 2024, Thredbo is set to become the base camp for adventurers who undertake this new hiking experience. Expected to significantly boost summer visitation to the region, the Snowies Alpine Walk will deliver a world-class, multi-day walk across the alpine roof of Australia. The new tracks are building upon Thredbo’s existing tracks that start from the top of Kosciuszko Chairlift, further establishing Thredbo as the hiking hub of the Snowy Mountains.

Most alpine hiking trails start from the top of the resort which can be accessed via the Kosciuszko Chairlift. Adult 2023/24 Hiking Season Passes are available to purchase now for $449, with Adult One-Day Scenic Lift Passes starting from $59. Thredbo Guided Hikes start from $59 for adults and $19 for children and include a One-Day Scenic Lift Pass.

New For 2023/24: Save With The Summer Adventure Pass Upgrade
This summer, Thredbo is excited to launch a new Summer Adventure Pass Upgrade where guests can upgrade their MTB or Scenic Lift Pass by adding unlimited access to the Alpine Bobsled, Thredbo Leisure Centre, Australia’s highest golf course and the tennis courts for an extra $10 per day.

A Massive Summer Of Events
From adventure lovers to chill seekers, Thredbo’s summer events calendar has something for everyone with a non-stop lineup of events, competitions, live music and activities. To find out more about Thredbo’s summer events calendar, please click here.

Coming In 2024: Thredbo Alpine Coaster
This summer, Thredbo will continue construction on Australia’s first Alpine Coaster. Planned to open for winter 2024, the coaster will diversify Thredbo’s recreational offering through the provision of a year-round all-weather rail-guided toboggan ride. The coaster is approximately 1.5 km in length with a mix of uphill and downhill tracks, a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse through the alpine environment with passengers able to control their speed of up to 40 km/hr.

Thredbo is dedicated to ensuring a continuous plan of development is in place. Due to annual chairlift maintenance and the construction of the Alpine Coaster, the Kosciuszko Chairlift, Snowgums Chairlift and Merritts Gondola will be closed from 9 October – 14 November and there will be no scenic lift access during this period, with further closures potentially required from 29 April 2024 to 26 May 2024.

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That’s a wrap for winter 2023! Despite variable snow conditions, Thredbo consistently delivered a world-class customer experience for guests with exclusive premier on-mountain dining experiences, a huge calendar of free events, Australia’s biggest après lineup and of course, access to Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding. To check out the best moments from winter 2023, please see HERE.

On Monday September 18, Thredbo Resort officially closed to skiers and snowboarders two weeks earlier than expected.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said that winter 2023 was a testament to the success of Thredbo’s premium business model.

“Despite variable snow conditions, we consistently delivered a world-class customer experience for guests through our unique on-mountain experiences, our biggest-ever calendar of events and of course, access to Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding. From the many guests who visited our beautiful mountain to all of our amazing staff, we thank everyone who helped make this winter so special,” said Mr Diver.

A World-Class Winter Experience
While the snow arrived a little later than usual, the good times kicked off from the get-go! The 2023 Winter Opening Weekend proved that Thredbo’s massive winter events calendar ensures that the guest experience remains high no matter the weather. Despite not being able to ski or snowboard from day one, the atmosphere was incredible as guests enjoyed non-stop celebrations throughout the village and across the mountain. Mother Nature joined the party soon after with snowfall that allowed skiing and snowboarding to kick off in full force from June 20.

On-Snow Action
There was lots of fun to be had on the mountain this winter with multiple powder days, immaculately groomed runs, and lots of bluebird days.

This season, Thredbo officially launched Australia’s newest ski lift, Freddie’s Snowsports Snowrunner. Dedicated to the resort’s new Kids Learning Area, Freddie’s Snowrunner was a game changer for kids who are learning how to ski or snowboard. Freddie’s Snowrunner is one of Australia’s longest snow runners at 98 metres long, travelling through a tunnel that protects children from the elements while they’re enjoying the snow.

Thredbo’s terrain parks offered professional-level facilities for guests to enjoy with a 65-foot jump, Australia’s Only Halfpipe and three terrain park set-ups with a huge range of rails, jumps, picnic benches and boxes. This winter, Thredbo teamed up with world-renowned parks builder Charles Beckinsale to bring the Stomping Grounds Project to the Southern Hemisphere for the first time. Charles built a 65-foot jump for the elite training sessions, drawing in a huge number of the world’s best riders to Thredbo including Mark McMorris, Anna Gasser and Clemens Millauer as well as the national teams from the United States, Canada, Austria, Japan, China and Australia.

Over 160 Events In 16 Weeks
Thredbo hosted over 160 events within fourteen weeks this season, achieving record-breaking numbers and receiving incredible feedback from guests about their experiences.

On the mountain, highlights included unveiling the brand-new Thredbo Triple Crown series, hosting over 50 of the world’s best snowboarders at the 2nd Annual Monster Energy Bush Doof, selling out of registrations for the Transfer Banked Slalom weeks in advance, and providing kids with an incredible opportunity to shred with their heroes at the inspiring Project Shred event.

Boasting Australia’s biggest après calendar, Thredbo took its live music and entertainment events to another level this winter. With eight of Thredbo’s famous festival-style après events taking over Alpine Bar almost every Saturday night, we hosted a massive lineup of Australian headline acts including Sneaky Sound System, L D R U, Anne Lunoe, the Poof Doof DJs, Wongo and Kinder. After a multiple-year hiatus, the return of Rainbow Mountain was an experience that had to be seen to be believed. With three non-stop days of sparkly events celebrating love, community and diversity, the atmosphere was incredible as the whole resort got involved with the celebrations from start to finish. In between the headline après events, guests were able to experience the iconic flare run and fireworks spectacular show every week, get involved with the Kids Snow Festivals during school holidays, and enjoy daily après on the mountain at Black Sallees and Merritts Mountain House, and in the village at Lounge Bar, Schuss Bar, the Keller Bar and more.

In August, Thredbo and Land Rover Australia’s strong corporate partnership continued to grow, joining forces to unveil a new snow-covered Range Rover House in the heart of the resort. While Range Rover House experiences have occurred at numerous destinations around the world including Park City in Utah, Courmayeur in the Italian Alps and Pebble Beach in California, Thredbo is proud to be the latest host and first alpine setting of Range Rover House in Australia. From August 10 – 20, Thredbo’s luxurious Rockpool Lodge was transformed into an exclusive alpine sanctuary that echoed the design philosophy of Range Rover.

To meet previous demand, we boosted the number of bookings available for our extensive range of Unique On-Mountain Experiences this winter. However, they proved to be as popular as ever, with the Sunrise Sessions, Kareela Hutte Dining Experiences and Merritts Mountain House Feasts all continuing to sell out in advance.

Coming Soon: Thredbo Alpine Coaster
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Now that winter is finished, construction will be ramping up for Thredbo’s Alpine Coaster. The coaster will diversify Thredbo’s recreational offerings through the provision of a year-round all weather rail-guided toboggan ride. The coaster is approximately 1.5 km in length with a mix of uphill and downhill tracks, a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse through the alpine environment. Passengers are able to control their speed of up to 40 km/hr. Planned to be in operation for Winter 2024.

A Big Summer Ahead
Looking forward, Thredbo is gearing up for a massive 23/24 summer season of mountain biking and hiking that kicks off on November 18. Season passes, day passes, lessons, rentals and more are going on sale in early October. To find out more about Thredbo’s summer offering, please click here.

A storm has delivered 17cm of fresh snow to Thredbo since Thursday with guests enjoying off-piste powder skiing and snowboarding conditions today. To check out all the action, please see the media imagery & vision HERE.

A storm came through and delivered Thredbo with 17cm of fresh snow since Thursday, covering the mountain in white and getting skiers and snowboarders excited for more spring fun ahead.

On Friday, Thredbo was transformed into a winter wonderland with snow continuing to fall all the way down to the village throughout the entire day. As the storm cleared, skiers and snowboarders delighted in riding fresh off-piste powder and great groomer conditions on Saturday.

In addition to the fresh snow, colder temperatures on Friday night allowed for 76 snowmaking guns to fire throughout the evening. With more suitable temperatures in the forecast, Thredbo expects to continue its snowmaking operations on multiple nights this week.

The fresh snow and snowmaking has improved the snow conditions and is a promising sign that there’s lots more spring fun to come this month.

In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo’s huge 2023 winter events calendar isn’t finished yet! Next weekend, the highly anticipated final First Base Presented By Canadian Club event of the season will be taking over Alpine Bar on Saturday night. Featuring Aussie DJ legends Sneaky Sound System, the event is set to draw some big numbers to Thredbo to dance under the fireworks after enjoying some fun spring skiing conditions.

For guests looking to score some great savings, Thredbo is offering some exciting Spring Deals with up to 30% off lift passes & 35% off accommodation. For more information on Spring Deals, please click here.

Thredbo’s Village has been transformed into a winter wonderland today as Mother Nature delivers an exciting September snowfall that has covered the mountain in white. Please see imagery & vision HERE.

Thredbo Resort is currently receiving a fresh dumping of snow all the way down to the village as a storm sweeps the Snowy Mountains. Last night, the mountain received a fresh 2cm top-up of snow however the real snow storm came through this morning, covering the mountain in white with no signs of slowing down yet.

The fresh snowfall has delighted guests with a winter wonderland scene throughout the village today as well as getting skiers and snowboarders excited for some fun spring conditions ahead.

With snow continuing to fall all the way down to the village, the experts from Mountain Watch have forecast that Thredbo’s “late season comeback storm” will deliver between 15cm and 25cm today.

Following today’s wild and wintry weather, skiers and snowboarders will be eager to get on the mountain for some fresh turns this weekend as the storm clears over the next few days.

Thredbo’s huge 2023 winter events calendar isn’t finished yet! Next weekend, the highly anticipated final First Base Presented By Canadian Club event of the season will be taking over Alpine Bar on Saturday night. Featuring Aussie DJ legends Sneaky Sound System, the event is set to draw some big numbers to Thredbo to dance under the fireworks after enjoying some fun spring skiing conditions.

For guests looking to score some great savings, Thredbo is offering some exciting Spring Deals with up to 30% off lift passes & 35% off accommodation. For more information on Spring Deals, please click here.

Thredbo and Monster Energy hosted a massive two days of snowboarding and parties on the weekend with over 50 of the world’s best riders competing. Please see the imagery & vision HERE.

The 2nd Annual Monster Energy Bush Doof hosted by Tess Coady took over Thredbo on the weekend with two huge days of snowboarding and parties.

Over 50 of the world’s best snowboarders came down under from across the globe to compete in the event. Some big names included Tess Coady, Zoi Synnott, Mia Brooks, Annika Moran, Kokomo Murase, Anna Gasser, Lolo Dermino, Juliette Pelechet, Livia Tanno, Judd Henkes, Sven Thorgren, Rene Rinnekangas, Truth Smith, Darcy Sharpe, Finn Finestone, Tiarn Collins, Freddie Perry and Torgier Bergem.

On Friday, there was a Shred Session and a Challenger Jam which saw guests turn out to the Monster Energy Terrain Park to ride with the pros and even win themselves a spot in Saturday’s Pro Rail Jam.

Saturday’s Pro Rail Jam was the one to watch with a huge number of spectators coming out to watch the action. Charles Beckinsale and the Thredbo Parks team had completely transformed the area above the Cruiser Chairlift with an incredible course that impressed the highest level of riders. With light winds and the sun shining, the atmosphere couldn’t have been better with many describing it as the best day of the season.

Saturday’s level of snowboarding was world-class with riders putting on a show of spins, flips, grabs and corks as they hit the rails, jumps and features. Ultimately, it was Mia Brookes and Patrick Hoffman who took out the awards for Best Trick, and Livia Tanno and Liam Brealey who impressed the judges to take out the Best Overall awards.

This year’s event was a huge step up from the first Bush Doof event last year with a much bigger list of pro riders, lots more spectators, a double-sized course and X-Games level rail features.

Following all of the on-snow action, Thredbo threw a massive aprés event at Alpine Bar with huge numbers turning out to dance under the fireworks at Bush Doof Party featuring Australian music act LDRU.

Thredbo has become the winter action sports hub of the Southern Hemisphere this winter. In addition to the Bush Doof event, Thredbo and world-renowned terrain park builder Charles Beckinsale teamed up to bring Charles’ Stomping Grounds Project to Australia for the first time. For four weeks throughout August and September, national teams from the United States, Canada, Austria, Japan, China and Australia came out to join The Stomping Ground’s high-performance camps and train on Thredbo’s 65-foot jump ahead of the 23/24 Northern Hemisphere winter season.

Renowned as one of the greatest snowboarders of all time, Thredbo’s impressive park set-up this winter even scored the resort a visit from Mark McMorris. Thredbo is honored that Mark chose to come here for his first day back on the snow after breaking his fibula six months ago.

Thredbo and Land Rover Australia’s strong corporate partnership has continued to grow this winter, joining forces to unveil a new snow-covered Range Rover House in the heart of the resort. Please see the imagery & vision HERE.

Thredbo and Land Rover Australia have been corporate partners since 2020, collaborating closely to promote Defender, and now growing the partnership to showcase Range Rover.

While Range Rover House experiences have occurred at numerous destinations around the world including Park City in Utah, Courmayeur in the Italian Alps and Pebble Beach in California, Thredbo is proud to be the latest host and first alpine setting of Range Rover House in Australia.

“Our partnership with Land Rover Australia has consistently been an incredible fit for the resort. Our adventurous guests resonate with both the Range Rover and Defender vehicles that are well-designed for our mountain terrain. The success of Range Rover House: Alpine Edition is a testament to the strength of this relationship,” said Thredbo Brand and Marketing Manager Richie Carroll.

From August 10 – 20, Thredbo’s luxurious Rockpool Lodge was completely transformed into an exclusive alpine sanctuary that echoed the design philosophy of Range Rover. Nestled in the peaceful Woodridge area of the resort, Range Rover House perfectly reflected the vehicles’ modern and luxurious brand.

Throughout the activation, snow fell on Thredbo’s village and dusted Range Rover House, creating an unrivalled winter atmosphere for those who were cosied up inside, as well as a unique opportunity for guests to experience the dynamic capability of Range Rover and Range Rover Sport.

Range Rover invited VIP guests and loyal clients to the house to enjoy a curated itinerary that featured Range Rover Sport Experience Drives, skiing and snowboarding tours hosted by Olympian and Thredbo Ambassador Tess Coady, wellness sessions such as sound healing and alpine cold-water immersion, as well as exclusive dining experiences and après ski events in the evening.

Looking ahead, Thredbo looks forward to continuing its strong partnership with Land Rover Australia this summer through the Defender brand. Defender vehicles play a significant role in the summer operations of the resort, providing transfers for guests back to the resort after their hikes. Thredbo will once again be offering Defender Off-Road Adventures to guests this summer, providing the opportunity to drive through unsealed roads and river crossings while discovering remote areas of Kosciuszko National Park in a private car. To find out more about Thredbo’s summer offering, please click here.

Thredbo received a surprise dusting of fresh snow last night with 3cm falling across the mountain ahead of a bluebird day today. With spring arriving to the Snowy Mountains tomorrow, skiers and snowboarders are welcoming sunny days with lots of fun conditions and an action-packed events calendar. Please see imagery HERE.

Thredbo is excited to welcome guests to enjoy sunny days, non-stop events and fun skiing and snowboarding conditions this September.

The resort received a surprise dusting overnight with 3cm of fresh snow delighting guests who have woken up to a bluebird day and fresh tracks. The snow conditions are currently soft and forgiving across the mountain which is great for families, beginners and those who are looking to progress their turns. With bluebird days, suitable snowmaking temperatures and some more snow showers in the forecast, spring is shaping up to be lots of fun!

In addition to skiing and snowboarding, guests visiting Thredbo in September can look forward to enjoying a massive calendar of events with on-mountain action, kid’s festivals, live music and more.

Get ready for some serious spring fun! Thredbo is now offering up to 30% off lift passes and 35% off on accommodation for September. To find out more about Thredbo’s Special Deals, please click here.
September Events

September 1 – 2 | Monster Energy Bush Doof
This weekend, the Monster Energy Bush Doof hosted by Tess Coady will return to Thredbo, bringing a number of the world’s best snowboarders to the resort for two non-stop days of high-energy snowboarding and parties. Featuring a Shred Session with the Pros, a Challenger Jam, a Rail Jam and an official Bush Doof Party ft. LDRU, this weekend is action-packed from start to finish.

September 8 – 9 | Women’s Backcountry Weekend 
Thredbo Backcountry Tours and The North Face have partnered to host this unique experience aimed at providing more women with the opportunity to develop skills beyond the resort boundaries and connect with like-minded people. Led by all-female guides, guests can choose between an Introduction to Backcountry tour and a Beyond the Boundaries tour to upskill and explore the beauty of the backcountry. In between adventures, there will be lots of time for attendees to get to know each other at social events in the evenings.

September 9 | Breast Cancer National Awareness Day
In honour of Breast Cancer National Awareness Day, Thredbo will be helping to raise awareness through a series of in-resort activities including snow sculptures, fireworks and activations

September 16 | First Base ft. Sneaky Sound System
The last of this season’s iconic First Base après ski party series, Canadian Club will be bringing Sneaky Sound System to Thredbo’s stage. A free event in the afternoon at Alpine Bar, dancing under the fireworks in Thredbo is an experience like no other.

September 22 – October 1 | September Kids Snow Festival 
There’s something for everyone these September school holidays, with a mountain of terrain to explore, a huge lineup of free activities and plenty of après for mum and dad. Thredbo’s Kids Snow Festival is a favourite for kids of all ages with movie nights, special kids flare runs, loads of activities on and off the mountain plus lots more.

October 1 – Pond Skim And Spring Fling Closing Celebrations
Thredbo will be closing out the 2023 winter season with a bang on October 1. Kicking off with the hilarious Thredbo Pond Skim and rolling into a Hawaiian themed fiesta at Merritts Mountain House, there will be DJs, best dressed prizes and drink specials thanks to Pirate Life.

Thredbo has received another 5cm of fresh snow overnight as it celebrates hosting one of its biggest events weekends ever. The resort hosted the Transfer Banked Slalom, the Rainbow Mountain Festival and First Base presented by Canadian Club over two massive days on August 11 & 12 in addition to unveiling a new Range Rover House activation that runs until August 20. Please see imagery & vision HERE.

It was a massive weekend at Thredbo after the resort hosted three of its biggest events over two days and unveiled a new Range Rover House activation that is running until August 20.

Thredbo received another 5cm of fresh snow on Sunday night with snow continuing to fall this morning. After another 5cm fresh snow top-up last Thursday and multiple nights of snowmaking last week, the atmosphere was electric over the entire weekend with guests enjoying the huge variety of events in addition to fun skiing and snowboarding conditions.

On Friday 11, Thredbo hosted the 9th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom which saw 285 snowboarders turn out to High Noon to race down the purpose-built slalom course. The sun was shining and it was a great day for the snowboarding community with many describing it as the best Transfer Banked Slalom to date. Snowboarders of all ages and abilities came from all over to compete with the oldest rider being 62 and the youngest being 7. International riders competed from all over the globe including Canada, Sweden, Japan, Great Brittain and the United States. A number of the world’s best snowboarders raced with the likes of Valentino Guseli, Scotty James, Tess Coady, Jarryd Hughes, Josie Baff, Nate Johnston, Robbie Walker, Marguerite Cossettini, Freya Hammerlein and Juliette Pelchat. After a heated battle, it was international rider Karel van Goor and Australian Olympian and Thredbo Ambassador Tess Coady who were the Open Mens and Womens Champions for 2023.

From August 10 – 12, the Rainbow Mountain Festival took over Thredbo with 3-Days of pride-filled celebrations. With welcome drinks, a Rainbow On-Mountain Cocktail Party, a Pride Ride down Supertrail, a Cloud-9 inspired Rainbow Room lunch at Kareela Hutte and Big Deck Energy DJ sessions at Black Sallees, it was an incredible celebration of diversity, inclusivity, visibility, community and love. One lucky attendee even won an all inclusive trip to Aspen Snowmass for two, supported by Aspen Snowmass, Delta Airlines and Limelight Hotel.

On Saturday night, Thredbo hosted one of its biggest-ever First Base après events presented by Canadian Club. The Poof Doof DJs were the talent for the evening, returning to the stage at Alpine Bar with a high energy performance like no other. Capping off the Rainbow Mountain Festival, the event saw huge numbers turn out to dance under the fireworks with glitter, rainbows and sparkles aplenty.

On Friday, Thredbo and Range Rover unveiled a brand-new Range Rover House experience. Running until August 20, this curated activation has taken over the luxurious Rockpool Lodge to give guests the opportunity to partake in Range Rover Sport Experience Drives before relaxing in the lodge. After driving through beautiful alpine roads and hitting the slopes, attendees can embrace the après ski lifestyle with wellness programs such as sound healing, breathwork, saunas, cold water immersion and more. Evening entertainment includes live music, exclusive dining events and wine and spirit tastings.

With fresh snow and more in the forecast, skiers and snowboarders are getting excited for upcoming conditions with snowfall expected to continue throughout this entire week plus colder temperatures forecast to remain, allowing for suitable snowmaking conditions.

The fun isn’t finished yet with lots more events still to come on Thredbo’s massive winter events calendar. This Friday, Battle on The Bluff will be bringing the action for a freeride skiing and snowboarding competition with 20K cash and prizes on the line. Next weekend, White Claw Weekend is taking over Alpine Bar with a line-up of female DJs taking to the stage to deliver more of Thredbo’s famous après entertainment.

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Snow has started falling all the way down to the village with more in the forecast for all of next week as Thredbo heads into its biggest weekend of the season. Thredbo’s 3-Day Rainbow Mountain Festival kicks off today, the Banked Slalom is on tomorrow and First Base presented by Canadian Club is taking over Alpine Bar on Saturday night plus a brand-new Range Rover House Experience begins tomorrow until August 20. Media imagery and vision are available here.

Mother Nature has come to the party with snow beginning to fall all the way down to the village at Thredbo Resort this morning with lots more snow and cold temperatures in the forecast for all of next week.

Thredbo Brand and Marketing Manager Richie Carroll said that the timing couldn’t be better as the resort gears up for its biggest events weekend of the season.

“There is an air of excitement in the resort ahead of this weekend’s events and this morning’s snowfall has further added to the electric atmosphere. We can’t wait for our guests to experience an incredible weekend on-and-off the mountain with the exciting weather forecast combined with the non-stop line-up of world-class events that we are offering all weekend,” said Mr Carroll.

The fresh dusting of snow has gotten skiers and snowboarders excited for upcoming conditions with snowfall expected to continue throughout all of next week. This week, suitable snowmaking conditions allowed for up to 162 snowmaking guns to fire from Monday to Thursday, topping up the runs on the lower mountain. Colder temperatures are expected to remain throughout the next week, with the forecast showing a low of minus five degrees next Monday.

This Weekend’s Event Schedule

August 10 – 12 | Rainbow Mountain
Celebrating diversity, inclusivity, visibility, community and love, Thredbo’s famous pride festival is making its return this weekend and it’s set to be bigger than ever. This three day festival is packed with on-and-off snow events including an on-mountain cocktail party, non-stop après, a huge live concert, a champagne lunch and more. Plus, every Rainbow Mountain ticket purchased puts the attendee in the draw to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Aspen Snowmass including return Delta Airlines flights, accommodation at Limelight Hotel, lift passes and rentals.

August 11 | Transfer Banked Slalom
The 9th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom is back tomorrow! This race holds a special place in the hearts of snowboarders around the country. Rekindling competitive rivalries between friends and foe alike, this race brings out the need for speed with a side of fun. All snowboarders are encouraged to enter as the creative course caters to intermediate to advanced abilities ranging with a huge stack of prizes to be won.

August 11 & 12 | Big Deck Energy presented by Canadian Club
Black Sallees has become the ultimate on-mountain après destination this winter thanks to our new Big Deck Energy DJ sessions presented by Canadian Club on select afternoons. This Friday and Saturday, get warmed up for a fun night ahead with groovy tunes, cold beverages and a delicious new Japanese-inspired menu.

August 12 | First Base ft. Poof Doof
Returning for another flamboyant First Base, the Poof Doof DJs are set to cap off a fabulous Rainbow Mountain weekend at Alpine Bar this Saturday night. The now-famous First Base presented by Canadian Club events are the jewel in the crown of Thredbo’s après calendar where guests can dance under the fireworks to some of Australia’s hottest music acts.

August 10 – 20 | Range Rover House
Thredbo is excited to have partnered with Land Rover to unveil a brand-new Range Rover House experience. Running from tomorrow until August 20, this curated activation will see the luxurious Rockpool Lodge taken over to give guests the opportunity to partake in Range Rover Sport Experience Drives before relaxing in the lodge. After driving through beautiful alpine roads and hitting the slopes, attendees can embrace the après ski lifestyle with wellness programs such as sound healing, breathwork, saunas, cold water immersion and more. Evening entertainment will include live music, exclusive dining events and wine and spirit tastings. To see previous Range Rover House experiences, please click here.

Live Music, Fireworks & More
In addition to the headline events, there is a non-stop line-up of entertainment happening all weekend. Guests can enjoy live music every day and night at a stack of venues throughout the resort plus the iconic Flare Run & Fireworks Spectacular Show and an Official Keller Bar After Party to keep the good times rolling on Saturday night.

August is shaping up to be a massive month at Thredbo with a non-stop line-up of events running on-and-off the mountain every single day. Media imagery is available here.

Thredbo Resort is preparing to host its biggest-ever month of events in August with a non-stop calendar of action-packed skiing and snowboarding races, huge live music events, on-mountain après, dining experiences and a massive pride festival.

Thredbo Brand and Marketing Manager Richie Carroll said that August is known to be a massive month of events in Thredbo but this line-up will be bigger than ever before.

“Our events calendar gets bigger every year as we strive to elevate the customer experience both on and off the mountain year-round, we’re excited to take our guest’s visit to Thredbo to new heights this season. We’re hosting a range of world-class events that rival what is offered at resorts in the Northern Hemisphere and we can’t wait to see guests interact with these over the next month,”  said Mr Carroll.

Our Biggest Ever Month Of Après 
The fun really doesn’t stop on the slopes at Thredbo and we’ve got the après to show for it.

August 5 | Mashd N Kutcher presented by Smirnoff
Get ready for a massive après party at Alpine Bar where a collective of DJs will be taking to the stage with a unique live electronic set.

August 10 – 12 | Rainbow Mountain
Celebrating diversity, inclusivity, visibility, community and love, Thredbo’s famous pride festival is making its return this winter and it’s set to be bigger than ever. This three day festival is packed with on-and-off snow events including an on-mountain cocktail party, non-stop après, a huge live concert, a champagne lunch and more. Plus, every Rainbow Mountain ticket purchased puts the attendee in the draw to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Aspen Snowmass including return Delta Airlines flights, accommodation at Limelight Hotel, lift passes and rentals.

August 12: Big Deck Energy presented by Canadian Club
Black Sallees has become the ultimate on-mountain après destination this winter thanks to our new Big Deck Energy DJ sessions presented by Canadian Club on select Saturday afternoons. Get warmed up for a fun night ahead with groovy tunes, cold beverages and a delicious new Japanese-inspired menu.

August 12: First Base ft. Poof Doof
Returning for another flamboyant First Base, the Poof Doof DJs are set to cap off a fabulous Rainbow Mountain weekend at Alpine Bar on August 12. The now-famous First Base presented by Canadian Club events are the jewel in the crown of Thredbo’s après calendar where guests can dance under the fireworks to some of Australia’s hottest music acts.

August 19: White Claw Weekend ft. Anna Lunoe
The girls are hitting the decks! White Claw is coming to town for a massive weekend of après, headlined by a huge party at Alpine Bar featuring female DJs Anna Lunoe and Michelle Owen.

On-Mountain Dining, DJs, Fireworks & More
In addition to the headline events, there is a non-stop line-up of entertainment, dining experiences and activations happening all month including a Merritts Beer Dinner presented by Pirate Life on August 4, Pirate Life DJ Deck Sessions every Friday and Saturday afternoon, the iconic Flare Run & Fireworks Spectacular Show every Saturday night, Keller Bar After Parties following every big après event plus live music at a stack of venues every night.
On-Snow Action
The competition really heats up in August with a huge calendar of action-packed skiing and snowboarding races and development programs.
August 11: Transfer Banked Slalom
The 9th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom is back for 2023! This race holds a special place in the hearts of snowboarders around the country. Rekindling competitive rivalries between friends and foe alike, this race brings out the need for speed with a side of fun. All snowboarders are encouraged to enter as the creative course caters to intermediate to advanced abilities ranging with a huge stack of prizes to be won.

August 14: Battle On The Bluff
Carve out unique lines and match them with style as you flow down Thredbo’s unmatched freeride terrain. Whether it’s sending big drops or slashing the wave and wind lips, this is the competition to strut your stuff! Set to become Australia’s Premier freeride competition, all Open Ski & Snowboard podiums will take home $1000 for 1st, $750 for 2nd and $500 for 3d place plus lots of prizes from Oakley, Burton and Rossignol on offer.

August 18 – 19: Women’s Backcountry Weekend presented by The North Face
Thredbo Backcountry Tours and The North Face are proud to present this new experience aimed at providing more women with the opportunity to gain and develop skills beyond the resort boundaries and connect with those already immersed in the big white wonder. Led by all-female guides, this exclusive women’s experience is split into two separate tours run on the same day. Choose between an Introduction to Backcountry tour and Beyond the Boundaries tour to upskill and boost confidence in exploring all the beauties of the backcountry. In between the adventures, there will be lots of time to get to know each other with social events on each evening.

August 25 & 28: Thredbo Triple Crown Slopestyle & Big Air
The all-new Thredbo Triple Crown is set to challenge skiers and snowboarders across three massive freestyle events with their own unique set up with Slopestyle on August 25 and Big Air on August 28. With a huge $60k cash and prize pool on offer. competitors will throw down for the panel of judges, showing off some of the best up and coming talent in the country.
Throughout August: Thredbo Village Race Series
Set to bring the local community together through fun and healthy competition, this is a great opportunity to develop your racing skills, meet new people and race your mates. Taking place on Wednesdays throughout August, challenge yourself across a variety of Thredbo’s iconic race courses with a variety of terrain to test competitors of all levels.

Thredbo Resort was the place to be these school holidays with a massive number of families enjoying everything the July Kids Snow Festival had to offer including great skiing and snowboarding conditions, a non-stop line-up of free events and entertainment, a shred day with Olympians and professional athletes, and more.  Check out the media vision and imagery HERE.

Thredbo Resort is celebrating the end of a hugely successful school holiday period which saw a massive number of families descend on the Snowy Mountains to enjoy everything Australia’s Best Ski Resort has to offer.

Thredbo Brand and Marketing Director Richie Carroll said that there was a magical feeling in the resort during school holidays.

“There’s nothing better than seeing families have a great time together both on-and-off the mountain. We’re extremely proud to offer such a diverse and unique family snow holiday experience with our huge calendar of events and entertainment. Skiing and snowboarding truly is just the beginning here!” said Mr Carroll.

From July 1 – 16, Thredbo hosted its hugely popular July Kids Snow Festival, providing families with a non-stop calendar of free events and entertainment to enjoy in addition to great skiing and snowboarding conditions. With kids flare runs and fireworks every Thursday night, free Lindt Chocolate s’mores making, kids-only movie nights, music, dancing, games, prizes, Thredboland animal visits and more, the family fun was non-stop.

On the final day of the school holidays yesterday, Thredbo hosted a brand-new kid’s skiing, snowboarding and workshopping event called Project Shred. The event was a big success with a huge number of kids turning out to the kid-friendly terrain park to ride with some of Australia’s best pro athletes and Olympians and learn all their tips and tricks on the snow. After the shred session, everyone headed down to the village for a workshop where the athletes sat down to inspire the next generation and share their secrets to success and happiness.

Thredbo received 51cm of fresh snow throughout the school holiday period, taking the total season snowfall count to 177cm so far. During school holidays, families enjoyed magical mornings where the village had been transformed into a white winter wonderland plus lots of sunny bluebird days on the mountain in-between.

Looking ahead, Thredbo will continue to roll out Australia’s biggest winter events calendar. Uni Week kicks off today, offering tertiary students 30% off lift passes plus 15 après parties for them to enjoy with their classmates over 5 days. The après will continue this weekend with the iconic First Base presented by Canadian Club event taking over The Alpine Bar next Saturday 22 July.

For families that missed out these school holidays, Thredbo’s famous Kids Snow Festival is returning during the September school holidays from September 16 – October 1.

Score the best value on lift passes when you book online with multi-day passes from $162 per day. Plus, you can save 20 per cent on your rental equipment when you bundle it together with your lift pass online. Visit  Thredbo.com.au now to score great savings on your next visit.

A snowstorm has delivered 48cm of fresh snow to Thredbo Resort this weekend. The best part? Mother Nature isn’t finished yet. Check out this weekend’s fresh snowfall content HERE. 

Thredbo Resort has been transformed into a picture-perfect snow globe after a snowstorm rolled through this weekend, bringing a total of 48cm of fresh snow to the mountain and 15cm throughout the village.

Thredbo Brand and Marketing Director Richie Carroll said the snowfall created an absolutely magical atmosphere this weekend.

“It’s awesome to see our guests experiencing the resort at its absolute best. It truly is a white winter wonderland in Thredbo right now,” said Mr Carroll.

The fresh snow has provided exciting conditions for skiers and snowboarders, with a significant amount of guests deciding to jump in the car for a last-minute trip after seeing the forecast last week.

It’s shaping up to be another strong season of skiing and snowboarding at Thredbo Resort. So far this winter, Thredbo has received 174cm of snow, a 14cm increase YoY. On this day last year (July 9 2022), our total season snowfall was sitting at 160cm. The fresh snow has created a strong base for this season’s snowpack, helping to ensure Thredbo will have a long and successful winter ahead.

Experts forecast that another 10cm of fresh snow will fall over the next 24 hours before sunny skies return throughout the week. Looking ahead, there is more snow forecast for the coming weeks, with experts saying another storm will be coming through in around 10 days.

This weekend’s snow came just in time for the final week of the NSW school holidays this week, providing families with great skiing and snowboarding conditions in addition to Thredbo’s massive line-up of free family-friendly events, entertainment and activities on offer as part of the July Kids Snow Festival. Check out the non-stop schedule of family fun HERE.

Score the best value on lift passes when you book online with multi-day passes from $162 per day. Plus, you can save 20 per cent on your rental equipment when you bundle it together with your lift pass online. Visit  Thredbo.com.au now to score great savings on your next visit.

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This weekend’s highly-anticipated snowstorm has well and truly hit Thredbo Resort, bringing 22cm of fresh snow in the last 24 hours with lots more in the forecast. Check out the media vision and imagery HERE. 
Thredbo Resort has entered the eye of the snowstorm, experiencing non-stop snowfall all day today.

Guests awoke to 6cm of fresh snow this morning and the snow hasn’t stopped coming down since, delivering another 17cm by 2PM. The fresh snow total of the storm so far is 22cm and it isn’t showing signs of slowing down anytime soon.

Skiers and snowboarders enjoyed riding fresh tracks all day today as mother nature refreshed the snow by the time people got back up the chairlift.

The village is now covered in over 10cm of snow, creating a magical snow globe experience for all guests in resort.

The best news is, the storm certainly isn’t finished yet with experts saying that the snow is set to continue falling all the way through to Sunday evening, resulting in some exciting powder days ahead.

The fresh snow comes mid-school holidays, providing exciting snow conditions for another big week of family-fun ahead. In addition to Australia’s Best Skiing And Snowboarding, Thredbo offers non-stop free events, activities and entertainment for families during school holidays as part of its famous Kids Snow Festival.

The mountains are calling! Score the best value on lift passes when you book online with multi-day passes from $162 per day. Plus, you can save 20 per cent on your rental equipment when you bundle it together with your lift pass online. Head to Thredbo.com.au now to score great savings on your next visit.

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Today, Thredbo launched Australia’s newest ski lift – Freddie’s Snowrunner. With the July school holidays around the corner, the new snow runner is dedicated to the new Kids Learning Area and will be a game changer for children’s skiing and snowboarding lessons.

• Today, Thredbo Resort is excited to announce that it launched Australia’s newest ski lift, Freddie’s Snowrunner.
• Bringing the resort’s total number of lifts to 14, Freddie’s Snowrunner is set to be one of Australia’s longest snow runners at 98 metres long.
• Dedicated to the new Kids Learning Area, the new snow runner will be a game changer for children’s skiing and snowboarding lessons.
• Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families for five consecutive years, Thredbo is gearing up for a big July school holiday period with strong bookings following consistent snowfall over the past week.
• From July 1-16, Thredbo’s Kids Snow Festival will take over the resort with a non-stop schedule of family events, activities and entertainment including weekly kids flare runs and fireworks, kids-only movie nights and Lindt chocolate smores by the fire plus Australia’s Best Skiing And Snowboarding.
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Today, Thredbo Resort is excited to officially launch Australia’s newest ski lift, Freddie’s Snowsports Snowrunner.

Freddie’s Snowrunner is one of Australia’s longest snow runners at 98 metres long, travelling through a tunnel that will protect children from the elements while they’re enjoying the snow.

Dedicated to the resort’s new Kids Learning Area, Freddie’s Snowrunner is set to be a game changer for kids who are learning how to ski or snowboard.

Taking the resort’s total number of lifts to 14, Freddie’s Snowrunner will add to Thredbo’s premium snowsport lesson experience with small class sizes and highly qualified instructors.

In addition to a fun ride up Friday Flat, kids will also be able to interact with exciting obstacles on both sides of the tunnel while they ride down. A new office space will also house on-hand supervisor staff and provide more convenient toileting facilities for children in their lessons.

Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families for five consecutive years at the Out And About With Kids Readers Choice Awards, Thredbo Resort is gearing up for a massive July school holiday period ahead. Booking numbers are strong following consistent snowfalls over the past week plus there is more snow in the forecast for the next few days.

Thredbo’s hugely popular Kids Snow Festival will take over the resort from July 1 – 16 with non-stop family events, activities and entertainment including weekly kids flare runs and fireworks, kids-only movie nights and Lindt chocolate smores by the fire in addition to great skiing and snowboarding.

Coming Soon: Thredbo Alpine Coaster
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Looking ahead to future developments, Thredbo’s Alpine Coaster has been granted Development Approval with construction now underway. The coaster will diversify Thredbo’s recreational offerings through the provision of a year-round all weather rail-guided toboggan ride. The coaster is approximately 1.5 km in length with a mix of uphill and downhill tracks, a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse through the alpine environment. Passengers are able to control their speed of up to 40 km/hr. Planned to be in operation for Winter 2024.

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Thredbo Resort officially opened for skiing and snowboarding today (Tuesday 20 June) following multiple nights of snowmaking and a storm that brought a layer of fresh snow all the way down to the village. What’s more, experts are forecasting over 40cm of snow by the end of the week. 

• Today, Thredbo Resort officially opened the mountain for skiing and snowboarding.
• Thredbo received 15cm of fresh snow over the last twenty-four hours, taking the total count to 39cm.
• There were 189 snowmaking guns firing across the mountain last night from 4pm to 9am, strengthening up the base for the first day of skiing and snowboarding.
• Skiers and snowboarders enjoyed light and dry snow conditions for their first laps of the season, with the sun popping out to create a beautiful bluebird day.
• The Gunbarrel Chairlift, Merritts Gondola and Cruiser Chairlift were all spinning today, providing skiing and snowboarding access to Walkabout and Ballroom in the Cruiser area.
• The snow quality is expected to remain high with more nights of snowmaking ahead thanks to consistent subzero temperatures. What’s more, experts are forecasting another 40cm of snow by the end of the week.
• Please see media imagery and vision from the first day of skiing and snowboarding HERE.

Today, Thredbo Resort officially opened the mountain for skiing and snowboarding.

It was an incredible first day on the slopes following 15cm of fresh snowfall over the last twenty-four hours and multiple strong nights of snowmaking. Last night, there were 189 snowmaking guns firing across the mountain from 4pm yesterday afternoon to 9am this morning.

Skiers and snowboarders enjoyed light and dry snow conditions for their first laps of the season today, with the sun coming out to create a beautiful bluebird day.

The Gunbarrel Chairlift, Merritts Gondola and Cruiser Chairlift were all spinning today, providing skiing and snowboarding access to Walkabout and Ballroom in the Cruiser area.

There snow quality is expected to remain high and there are more snowmaking nights ahead thanks to consistent subzero temperatures. What’s more, experts are forecasting another 40cm of snow by the end of the week.

Thredbo is expecting to open more terrain by the end of the week. Stay tuned across our social channels for updates.

Looking forward, Thredbo is gearing up for a massive July school holiday period. During school holidays, Thredbo’s Kids Snow Festivals take over the resort, offering families a mountain of terrain to explore, a huge line up of free activities and plenty of après for mum and dad. The Kids Snow Festivals are a favourite with kids of all ages, offering a non-stop line-up of activities on and off the mountain including kids-only movie nights, special kids flare run and fireworks.

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Thredbo Resort has announced that it will be opening for skiing and snowboarding tomorrow (Tuesday 20 June) following multiple nights of snowmaking and blizzard conditions on Sunday and Monday that brought fresh snow all the way down to the village. What’s more, experts are forecasting over 40cm of snow for the rest of the week.

• Today, Thredbo Resort announced that it will be opening for skiing and snowboarding from Tuesday 20 June.
• Blizzard conditions across Sunday and Monday brought fresh snow all the way down to the village, and it isn’t showing any signs of slowing down yet.
• Freezing temperatures on Sunday night created ideal snowmaking conditions, allowing 147 snow guns to fire from 4pm through to 6am on Monday morning.
• On Tuesday, the Cruiser and Gunbarrel Chairlifts will be open to skiers and snowboarders, providing access to Walkabout in the Cruiser Area.
• Experts are forecasting another 40cm of snow over the next week.
• Please see media imagery and vision from today’s snowfall HERE.

Today, Thredbo Resort announced that it will be opening for skiing and snowboarding from tomorrow, Tuesday 20 June.

Thredbo Brand & Marketing Manager Richie Carroll said that he can’t wait for skiers and snowboarders to hit the slopes tomorrow.

“The entire Thredbo team has been working day and night to get the mountain ready and now that mother nature is playing ball, it’s go time! The forecast just keeps getting better so we’re very excited for a massive winter season ahead, ” said Mr Carroll.

Blizzard conditions across Sunday and Monday brought fresh snow all the way down to the village, and mother nature isn’t showing any signs of slowing down yet.

Subzero temperatures on Sunday night created ideal snowmaking conditions, allowing 147 snow guns to fire from 4pm through to 6am on Monday morning.

On Tuesday, the Cruiser and Gunbarrel Chairlifts will be open to skiers and snowboarders, providing access to Walkabout in the Cruiser Area.

Experts are forecasting freezing temperatures and another 40cm of snow over the next week.

Stay tuned across our channels for more updates on terrain openings.

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While there may not have been any skiing or snowboarding at Thredbo’s 2023 winter opening weekend, that certainly didn’t put a stop to the fun with guests enjoying non-stop celebrations across the mountain and throughout the village.

• Thredbo Resort is celebrating a successful Winter 2023 Opening Weekend.
• Guests enjoyed a fun-filled weekend despite there being no skiing or snowboarding, enjoying a massive calendar of live music, entertainment and events on the mountain and in the village.
• Thredbo’s first après party of the season, Heineken Saturday ft. Kinder Sounds, brought a massive crowd to the Alpine Bar on Saturday night with live music, dancing and fireworks aplenty.
• On Sunday, Thredbo hosted the iconic G.H. Mumm Long Lunch, with attendees enjoying canapes and drinks in the village before moving inside for a beautiful custom lunch by our executive chef.
• Colder temperatures created suitable snowmaking conditions over the weekend and the 7-day forecast is looking promising with more snow and snowmaking conditions ahead. Stay tuned across our social channels and website for skiing and snowboarding updates.
• Please see media imagery and vision HERE.

Thredbo Resort is celebrating a successful Opening Weekend for its 2023 Winter Season.

Guests enjoyed a fun-filled weekend despite there being no skiing or snowboarding, with a massive calendar of live music, entertainment and events on the mountain and throughout the village.

Thredbo Brand & Marketing Manager Richie Carroll said that it was incredible to see guests back in resort to celebrate the start of winter.

“Thredbo truly transformed into a winter playground for all ages on Opening Weekend. Our non-stop schedule of live music, events and entertainment ensured that even without skiing or snowboarding, everyone was able to celebrate and have a great time all weekend long.”

Thredbo’s first après party of the season, Heineken Saturday ft. Kinder Sounds, brought a massive crowd to the Alpine Bar on Saturday night, celebrating the start of the season with live music, dancing and fireworks.

On Sunday, Thredbo hosted its iconic G.H. Mumm Long Lunch, with attendees enjoying canapes and drinks in the village before moving inside for a beautiful custom lunch by our executive chef.

Across the weekend, guests also enjoyed scenic rides on the Kosciuszko Chairlift and Merritts Gondola, on-mountain dining and après at Eagles Nest and Merritts Mountain Haus, ice sculpting by Kenji, a Meet & Greet with Thredbo’s Olympic Ambassadors, non-stop live music, alpine bobsled rides, fireworks, alpine bungee, a magic show, face painting, Thredboland animal selfies, Lindt Chocolate s’mores, giant games and arts & crafts.

Colder temperatures also created suitable snowmaking conditions over the weekend and the 7-day forecast is looking promising with more snow and snowmaking conditions ahead. Stay tuned across our social channels and website for skiing and snowboarding updates.

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Thredbo’s infamous LGBTQIA+ festival, Rainbow Mountain is back and bigger than ever this winter with three days of on-and-off snow celebrations.

• Thredbo Resort is excited to announce that it has partnered with Aspen Snowmass, Cloud Nine, Delta Airlines and Double Rainbouu to bring Rainbow Mountain back this winter from Thursday 10 – Saturday 12 August 2023.
• Rainbow Mountain is Thredbo’s infamous LGBTQIA+ festival, celebrating diversity, inclusivity, visibility, community and love.
• The three-day festival offers a packed schedule of events on and off the snow including skiing and snowboarding, parties, après parties, live music, dining experiences and more.
• Guests who attend the event will go in the draw to win a trip for two to Aspen Snowmass, supported by Aspen Snowmass, Delta Airlines and Limelight Hotel.
• This inclusive event is open to all of Thredbo’s LGBTQIA+ guests and allies. Head to thredbo.com.au to find out more and book now.
• Please see event posters, vision and media imagery HERE.

Thredbo’s LGBTQIA+ festival, Rainbow Mountain is back and bigger than ever this winter, celebrating diversity, inclusivity, visibility, community, and love over three pride-filled days.

From 10 – 12 August, Thredbo has partnered with Aspen Snowmass, Cloud Nine, Delta Airlines and Double Rainbouu to transform the mountain into a queer winter wonderland for all LGBTQIA+ guests and allies.

Thredbo Events & Partnerships Manager Damian Goninan said that he is thrilled that the unique festival atmosphere of Rainbow Mountain will take over Thredbo again this winter.

“Thredbo truly is a winter playground for everyone. We’ve planned an incredible schedule of events for this year’s Rainbow Mountain and we can’t wait for the community to come together and celebrate here.”

This year’s Rainbow Mountain schedule features non-stop events on and off the mountain with skiing and snowboarding, dining experiences, DJ sessions, après parties, live music, entertainment and more. Costumes mandatory!

Rainbow Mountain attendees will go into the draw to win a trip to Aspen Snowmass for two, including four day lift passes and equipment rental from Aspen Snowmass, return economy flights from Delta Airlines and 5 nights of twin share accommodation at Limelight Hotel.

Rainbow Mountain Event Schedule

Thursday 10 August: First-night fever! Get the party started on Thursday night with the official Rainbow Mountain Welcome Party at Lounge Bar.

Friday 11 August: Start the day on a wholesome note with a free Guided Mountain Tour and then roll into Black Sallees for the Big Deck Energy DJ party. Get in a few more runs before heading back down for an après afternoon at Lounge Bar. To finish off the day, we’ll be heading up the gondola to Merritts Mountain Haus for RainbowFest.

Saturday 12 August: Get your skis or snowboard on and head to the top of Snowgums Chairlift for our iconic Pride Ride. After a big morning on the slopes, ski into the iconic Kareela Hutte for the Rainbow Room dining experience. After a very long lunch, slide straight into Alpine Bar for First Base presented by Canadian Club featuring Poof Doof. Not finished yet? Keep the good vibes going with our After Party at the Keller Bar.

Some events are expected to sell out so guests are encouraged to plan in advance. For the full schedule and to book now, please head to thredbo.com.au.

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Thredbo Resort is celebrating an incredible night of snowfall and snowmaking as excitement builds for the 2023 winter season.

• Thredbo Resort has received another 15cm of snow up top, with snow falling all the way down to the village overnight.
• Cold temperatures created ideal conditions for snowmaking, adding upon what has already been a really strong start to Thredbo’s snowmaking operations for winter 2023.
• The sun came out this morning, creating a beautiful bluebird day in the Snowy Mountains area.
• There is more snow in the forecast for Thredbo over the next week as temperatures continue to drop in the lead-up to winter.
• There are only 15 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2023 winter season on June 10.
• Please see vision and imagery of the snowfall HERE.

Thredbo Resort is celebrating a great night of snowfall and snowmaking in the lead-up to the 2023 winter snow season.

Thredbo received 15cm of snow on the upper half of the mountain, getting skiers and snowboarder excited for a great snow season ahead.

Cold temperatures created ideal snowmaking conditions overnight, adding to what has already been a really strong start to snowmaking operations for winter 2023.

The temperature is continuing to drop in the lead-up to winter, with more snowfall and snowmaking conditions in the forecast for the coming week. To check the live snow cams, please click here.

There are only 15 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day on June 10, kicking off what will be a massive long weekend of celebrations on and off the mountain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo’s Winter 2023 Opening Weekend features a non-stop line-up of après, dining, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more.

And the fun won’t stop there! Thredbo’s infamous winter events and entertainment calendar is bigger and more diverse than ever this year, with new events added to the line-up, old favourites returning and more bookings available for the hugely popular on-mountain experiences. For the full winter events calendar, please click here.

Keep an eye on your inbox as we will be sharing more updates on snowfall as it happens.

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Today, Thredbo Resort announced its highly-anticipated music artist lineup for this winter’s infamous series of après events.

• Today, Thredbo announced the highly-anticipated lineup of music artists that will be headlining this winter’s infamous après event series.
• A huge number of iconic Australian acts will be taking to Thredbo’s stage this winter across eight festival-style àpres events.
• This year’s headliners include Anna Lunoe, Kinder, L D R U, Mashd N Kutcher, Mell Hall, Pat Stevenson, Poof Doof, Rich Penny, Side Boob, Sneaky Sound System, Wongo and Tori Levett.
• Thredbo boasts Australia’s biggest winter calendar of live music and entertainment, renowned for hosting huge events that rival the international après scene.
• There are only 16 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2023 winter season on June 10, featuring the first après event of the season with Heineken Saturday ft. Kinder.
• Please see event posters, vision and media imagery HERE. 

Today, Thredbo Resort revealed the highly-anticipated lineup of music artists that will be headlining its infamous series of après events this winter.Boasting Australia’s biggest winter calendar of live music and entertainment, Thredbo is renowned for its huge festival-style music events that rival the international après scene.There are a huge number of iconic Australian acts set to take to Thredbo’s stage this winter across eight big events. Artists on this year’s lineup include Anna Lunoe, Kinder, L D R U, Mashd N Kutcher, Mell Hall, Pat Stevenson, Poof Doof, Rich Penny, Side Boob, Sneaky Sound System, Wongo, Tori Levett and more.

Thredbo is excited to announce that it will be keeping the dance floor alive into the night this winter, opening the doors of the notorious Keller Bar after every major après event.

Australia’s Biggest Après Calendar

• June 10: Heineken Saturday ft. Kinder
• July 22: First Base presented by Canadian Club ft. Mell Hall & Tori Levett
• July 17 – 21: Thredbo Uni Week presented by Kosci Beer ft. Wongo, Rich Penny & Pat Stevenson
• August 5: Mashd N Kutcher presented by Smirnoff 
• August 12: First Base presented by Canadian Club ft. Poof Doof & Side Boob
• August 19: White Claw Weekend ft. Anna Lunoe 
• September 2: Bush Doof presented by Monster Energy ft. L D R U
• September 16: First Base presented by Canadian Club ft. Sneaky Sound System

Non-Stop Live Music And Entertainment 
In addition to the major headlining après events, Thredbo’s winter calendar features a non-stop schedule of live music and entertainment that runs throughout the entire season.

Thredbo Resort received another early-season snowfall overnight as temperatures drop and snowmaking conditions continue in the lead-up to the 2023 winter snow season.

• Thredbo Resort received another early-season snowfall overnight with snow falling all the way down to the village.
• The sun came out this morning, creating a beautiful bluebird scene across Mt Kosciuszko.
• There is more snow in the forecast for Thredbo this weekend as temperatures continue to drop in the lead-up to winter.
• There are only 24 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2023 winter season on June 10.
• Please see media vision and imagery of the snowfall HERE.

Thredbo Resort received another early-season snowfall overnight, awakening this morning to a beautiful bluebird day with the sun shining over a snow-covered Mt Kosciuszko.

The temperature is continuing to drop in the lead-up to winter, with more snowfall and snowmaking conditions in the forecast for the coming week.

The early season snowfalls are getting skiers and snowboarders excited for a great snow season ahead. To check the live snow cams, please click here.

There are only 24 days to go until Opening Day on June 10, kicking off what will be a massive long weekend of celebrations on and off the mountain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo’s Winter 2023 Opening Weekend features a non-stop line-up of après, dining, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more.

And the fun won’t stop there! Thredbo’s infamous winter events and entertainment calendar is bigger and more diverse than ever this year, with new events added to the line-up, old favourites returning and more bookings available for the hugely popular on-mountain experiences. For the full winter events calendar, please click here.

Keep an eye on your inbox as we will be sharing more updates on pre-season snowfalls as they happen.

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Thredbo Resort has received more early-season snowfall this weekend, with colder temperatures allowing for an exciting early start to snowmaking operations overnight.

• Thredbo Resort received more early-season snowfall overnight, building upon a number of recent snowfalls in the last few days.
  Last night’s colder temperatures also allowed for an exciting early start to snowmaking operations for winter 2023.
• Snowmaking and snowfall are forecasted to continue at Thredbo over the next few days, getting everyone excited for a great winter season ahead.
• There are only 34 days to go until Thredbo’s Opening Day for the 2023 winter season on June 10.
  Please see media vision and imagery from the fresh snowfall and overnight snowmaking operations HERE.

Thredbo Resort is getting excited for a great winter season ahead, receiving more early-season snowfall and officially beginning its snowmaking operations overnight.

The mountain is now covered in a blanket of white, with a number of recent snowfalls continuing to build upon each other to create a base over the past week.

Last night’s colder temperatures created suitable conditions for an exciting early start to Thredbo’s snowmaking operations for winter 2023.

Thredbo’s snowmaking fleet remains world-class following continual enhancements each year. This winter, Thredbo has added a new pipeline gun on the Sundowner trail as well as four new fan guns on the infamous Supertrail and last winter, Thredbo added six new fixed snowmaking guns and four mobile snowmaking guns to its fleet. The mobile snowmaking guns significantly enhanced Thredbo’s ability to make snow across Friday Flat as well as across the entire resort last winter.

There is more snow and snowmaking conditions in the forecast for Thredbo in the coming days as a cold front continues to sweep the area, with temperatures set to drop as low as minus seven tomorrow.

There are only 34 days to go until Opening Day on June 10, kicking off what will be a massive long weekend of celebrations on and off the mountain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo’s Winter 2023 Opening Weekend features a non-stop line-up of après, dining, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more.

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Thredbo Resort received more early-season snowfall overnight as the excitement grows for the Winter 2023 Opening Weekend.

• Thredbo Resort received more early-season snowfall overnight, adding to the snow from yesterday’s storm.
• The sun came out to play this morning, shining over a snow-covered Mt Kosciuszko.
• There is more snow in the forecast with temperatures expected to drop as low as -7 degrees Celsius over the coming week.
• The early-season snowfall is getting everyone excited for a massive winter ahead with only 37 days to go until Opening Day on June 10.
• Please see media vision, imagery and social assets from today’s snowfall HERE. 

Thredbo Resort received more early-season snow overnight, adding to the snowfall from yesterday’s storm.

The sun came out to play this morning, creating a beautiful bluebird day as it shone over a snow-covered Mt Kosciuszko.

There is more snow in the forecast for the coming week with temperatures forecasted to drop as low as minus seven degrees Celsius on Monday.

The fresh snowfall is getting everyone excited for Thredbo’s upcoming 2023 winter season.

There are only 37 days to go until Opening Day on June 10, kicking off what will be a massive long weekend of celebrations on and off the mountain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo’s Winter 2023 Opening Weekend features a non-stop line-up of après, dining, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more.

Keep an eye on your inbox as we will be sharing more updates on the early season snowfall as it happens.
 

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As temperatures drop and snow starts to fall, the countdown for Thredbo’s 2023 winter season is well and truly on with only 38 days to go until Opening Weekend. 

• There was some wild and wintry weather at Thredbo Resort this morning with high winds and snow falling across the mountain.
• The top of the mountain is now covered in a fresh dusting of white.
• There is more snow in the forecast with temperatures expected to drop as low as -7 degrees celsius in the coming week.
• The countdown is on for Thredbo’s 2023 winter season with only 38 days until Opening Day on June 10.
• Please see media vision and imagery of this morning’s snowfall HERE. 

The temperature has dropped and early-season snow is falling at Thredbo Resort today. The storm rolled in this morning, covering the top of the mountain with a fresh dusting of white.

More snow is forecasted for the coming week with temperatures forecasted to drop as low as minus seven degrees celsius.

The fresh snowfall is getting everyone excited for Thredbo’s upcoming 2023 winter season. There are only 38 days to go until Opening Day on June 10, kicking off what will be a massive long weekend of celebrations on and off the mountain. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo’s Winter 2023 Opening Weekend features a non-stop line-up of après, dining, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more.

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Thredbo Resort will take the on-snow action to the next level this winter, launching a jam-packed calendar of skiing and snowboarding events featuring a number of new competitions. 

• Registrations are now open for Thredbo’s huge calendar of skiing and snowboarding events, offering competitions for all ages, abilities and disciplines.
• Today, Thredbo announced a number of new on-snow events including the Thredbo Triple Crown series presented by Boost Mobile, The Battle on The Bluff presented by Flip Insurance and Project Shred Powered By The Chumpy Pullin Foundation.
• There are also a number of crowd favourites returning to the line-up this winter including Thredbo Ridercross, the 9th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom and the Monster Energy Bush Doof hosted by Tess Coady.
• Competitors can get excited to win big with up to $60,000 cash and prize pools up for grabs at different events throughout the season.
• Please see the full winter events calendar HERE. 
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Thredbo will be the home of on-snow action in Australia again this winter, announcing a huge line-up of skiing and snowboarding events to suit all ages, abilities and disciplines.

There are a number of exciting new events on the calendar this season, including the Thredbo Triple Crown series presented by Boost Mobile, The Battle on The Bluff presented by Flip Insurance and Project Shred powered by The Chumpy Pullin Foundation.

In addition to the new events, this winter will also see the return of crowd favourites including the snowboarder’s day of days, the 9th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom, and the Monster Energy Bush Doof hosted by Tess Coady, as well as a wide range of community and school race events.

Thredbo Events & Partnerships Manager Damian Goninan said he is excited for skiers and snowboarders to experience these new events.

“We work really hard to keep our events calendar fresh and exciting each season. This year, we’ve really re-imagined what our skiing and snowboarding competitions will look like and we can’t wait to see them come to life this winter,” said Mr Goninan.

Registrations for Thredbo’s on-snow events are open from today.

New For 2023

Project Shred powered by the Chumpy Pullin Foundation
Saturday 15 July 2023
One for the kids! Thredbo is proud to partner with the Chumpy Pullin Foundation to host a progressive day of skiing, snowboarding & workshopping, helping to develop the next generation of superstar shredders and raise awareness around the foundation. A fun day out in Thredbo’s child-friendly terrain park, kids can learn tricks and tips from some of Australia’s best skiers and snowboarders, followed by a workshop with top-tier athletes about becoming a pro and succeeding at the highest level, all while enjoying the ride. There’s a signing session with the athletes and coaches, a sausage sizzle, live music plus heaps of giveaways and prizes.

Thredbo Triple Crown Presented By Boost Mobile
Select dates throughout July & August
The Thredbo Triple Crown presented Boost Mobile will challenge skiers and snowboarders across three massive freestyle events including Slopestyle, Big Air & Rails. Competitors will throw down for the judging panel to win their share of the $60K cash and prize pool, showing off some of the country’s up-and-coming talent. The Thredbo Triple Crown is all about a friendly atmosphere, allowing the athletes to push themselves in a fun and supportive environment.

The Battle on The Bluff Presented By Flip Insurance
14 August 2023
With a $20K cash and prize pool on the line, get ready to carve out unique lines, match it with style and flow down Thredbo’s unmatched freeride terrain. Whether it’s sending big drops or slashing the wave and wind lips, this is the comp to break down barriers and strut your stuff!

• Thredbo Resort has officially wrapped up its 2022-23 mountain biking season with riders enjoying their final laps on Tuesday 25 April 2023. 
• Thredbo is celebrating a hugely successful summer season after a wide range of riders came to experience Australia’s only  lift-accessed MTB Park, ride brand-new trails in the new Cruiser MTB area and compete in some of the country’s biggest MTB events.
• Closing weekend celebrations were non-stop with visitors enjoying a packed line-up of riding, racing and live music. 
• Monday was the final round of racing for the hotly contested Thredbo Gravity Series. The event saw a massive turn-out of competitors hit the track in costume for the infamous Chainless Champs event.
• Thredbo is excited to announce that the MTB Park will re-open on November 18 2023. 
• Please see media vision and imagery of closing weekend HERE. 

Thredbo is celebrating the end of a hugely successful mountain bike season, officially closing the MTB Park to riders on Tuesday 25 April 2023.Thredbo MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said that the 2022-23 MTB season has undisputedly been one of the best so far.

“We really took things to the next level this summer. It was awesome to see riders continue to progress their gravity riding skills, enjoying a whole new area of beginner and intermediate trails, and competing in some of the country’s biggest MTB events like Cannonball. We can’t wait to raise the bar even higher next season,” said Mr Windshuttle.

Closing celebrations were a big hit with riders over the weekend, offering a non-stop line-up of riding, racing and live music all the way through to closing day on Tuesday 25 April.

The final round of Thredbo Gravity Series took over the MTB Park on Monday 24 April, with a massive turn-out of competitors getting in costume and hitting the track for the infamously fun Chainless Champs event.

Thredbo MTB Park is excited to announce that it will officially re-open to riders for the 2023-24 MTB season on 18 November 2023.

Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families for the fifth year in a row, Thredbo is the ultimate winter playground for kids and parents alike with a non-stop line-up of family-friendly events and activities.

• Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort For Families for the fifth year running, Thredbo Resort is set to offer more family fun than ever in winter 2023.
• Boasting a huge variety of snow terrain for all ages and abilities, Australia’s only alpine gondola, one of the country’s best snowsports schools, a dedicated beginner area and a massive line-up of family-friendly events and entertainment, Thredbo is the ultimate winter destination for kids and adults alike.
• During the July and September school holidays, families can enjoy a non-stop line-up of family-friendly events at the Kids Snow Festivals plus a number of action-packed on-snow events and unique experiences that run on select dates throughout the season.
• Thredbo has won Best Australian Ski Resort for Families at the Out & About with Kids annual Readers’ Choice Awards for five consecutive years, Australia’s Best Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards for six years in a row and Best Australian Resort at the 2022 Snowsports Industries of Australia Awards.
• Today, Thredbo Resort launched a new digital ‘Family Guide’ to assist parents with easily and effectively planning their snow holiday. Please see the new Family Guide HERE.
• Availability is limited during school holiday periods so guests are encouraged to plan their visit in advance at thredbo.com.au.

Thredbo is set to be the ultimate winter playground for families in 2023, offering Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding for all ages and abilities,  Australia’s only alpine gondola, one of the country’s best snowsports schools, a dedicated beginner area and the country’s biggest winter line-up of family-friendly events and entertainment.

What’s On For Families This Winter?

Skiing and Snowboarding
Thredbo is the ultimate skiing and snowboarding destination for all ages and abilities. Beginners will love Friday Flat, a fun and safe environment designed for skill progression. Intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders will have fun exploring the wide variety of terrain including Australia’s longest ski runs. Availability is limited during school holiday periods so guests are encouraged to plan their visit in advance.

Ski And Snowboard Programs
With Thredboland for the little ones (3 – 6-year-olds), Adventure Camps for mini-shredders aged 5 – 12 and Freeriders for kids under 14, Thredbo offers a skiing and snowboarding program to suit every child. Led by an outstanding team of instructors, these programs are the best possible opportunity for children to build their skills and confidence while having fun. When they’re not ripping up the trails, kids can enjoy a special menu of children’s meals plus a schedule of fun activities with their ski buddies.

Saturday Night Flare Run & Fireworks Spectacular
Gather your friends and family to watch Thredbo’s iconic Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular. An iconic Thredbo experience for over 30 years, watch our expert skiers and snowboarders wind their way down Supertrail with flares before the sky comes to life with fireworks that dance across the mountain. Held every Saturday night during winter (weather dependent), the Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular is a magical way to finish a great day in Thredbo.

Thredbo Kids Snow Festivals
Kids run the mountain during the July and September school holidays with Thredbo’s Kids Snow Festivals. Featuring a specially curated line-up of family-friendly activities plus lots of après for mum and dad, families can enjoy movie and pizza nights, special kid’s flare runs, fireworks and loads more activities on and off the mountain.

On-Snow Events
The action is non-stop on the mountain for little shredders, with a number of events that kids can get involved with including a brand new skiing, snowboarding and workshopping event, Project Shred powered by the Chumpy Pullin Foundation and a number of new race competitions including Thredbo Triple Crown and Battle of The Bluff as well as the return of some classic events.

Merritts Mountain Haus Feasts
Dates: Select Fridays from 23 June – 1 September
Ride under the stars in Australia’s Only Alpine Gondola to Merritts Mountain House to enjoy a Bavarian-inspired feast! The ride down is an unforgettable one with views of the Thredbo Village lights below.

Merritts Gondola
Home to Australia’s only alpine gondola, Thredbo makes it fast and easy to get on the mountain or up to Merritts Mountain House. The Merritts Gondola is a high-speed, eight-person Gondola that takes skiers, snowboarders and scenic passengers from the Village to the base of the Cruiser Area in approximately 6 minutes.

European-style Village 
Located within walking distance from the base of the mountain, Thredbo’s European-style village offers a great range of bars, restaurants, cafes and shops. In the evening, the village comes to life with live music and entertainment for visitors to enjoy with family and friends.

Thredbo Leisure Centre
Located just a 5-minute walk from Thredbo Village Square, the Thredbo Leisure Centre offers a wide range of activities for everyone to enjoy. With a waterslide, Mission Inflatable, a heated pool, table tennis, trampoline sessions, an indoor sports hall, a bouldering wall, a squash court and a weights gym, Thredbo Leisure Centre is jam-packed with fun for kids and adults alike.

Kids Disc Golf
Disc Golf is a fun activity for the whole family to do together in Thredbo. Head over to the stunning Thredbo Golf Course to see who’s got what it takes to be the new king or queen of the disc!
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From watching sunrise at Australia’s Highest Lifted Point to special dining experiences at Kareela Hutte and the infamous G.H.Mumm Long Lunch, Thredbo’s hugely popular series of unique on-mountain experiences and premium events are returning this winter to elevate the guest experience to the next level.

• Today, Thredbo Resort announced that bookings are now available for this winter’s highly anticipated series of unique on-mountain experiences and premium events.
• Kicking off on 10 June and running through to 2 October 2023, Thredbo’s premium events and experiences deliver a 360 degree winter holiday experience to guests alongside Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.
• In response to the huge demand in 2022, Thredbo has increased the number of bookings available for a number of on-mountain experiences in 2023.
• Thredbo’s hugely popular range of unique on-mountain experiences include Sunrise Sessions, Dead Horse Gap Tours and Discovery Tours presented by Defender, Kareela Supper Club and Kareela Snowcat Dinners presented by G.H. Mumm and Merritts Mountain Haus Feasts.
• Bookings are now open for the infamous G.H. Mumm Long Lunch which is returning on June 11 for the Winter 2023 Opening Weekend.
• Availability is limited so guests are encouraged to visit Thredbo.com.au to book now.

Today, Thredbo Resort has announced that bookings are now available for its hugely popular series of unique on-mountain experiences and premium events for winter 2023.

From adventurous tours to immersive dining experiences, Thredbo’s unique on-mountain experiences deliver guests with a 360 degree winter holiday alongside Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.

In response to the huge demand for premium on-mountain experiences in 2022, Thredbo has increased the number of bookings available this year however guests are still encouraged to book quickly to avoid disappointment.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said he is thrilled that more guests will be able to enjoy Thredbo’s unique on-mountain experiences this winter.

“We love blowing our guests away with unique experiences that they cannot have elsewhere. These experiences and events play an integral role in elevating our guests’ holidays to the next level, ensuring that we are delivering a premium experience,”‘ said Mr Diver.

G.H. Mumm Long Lunch
Date: 11 June
Bookings are now available for the infamous G.H. Mumm Long Lunch. Join us in the Kosciuszko Room & Cascades Restaurant to celebrate the start of the winter season in true Thredbo style.
To book now, please click here.

Kareela Supper Clubs presented by G.H. Mumm
Dates: Select Saturdays from 8 July – 26 August 
Take your Saturday night to a whole new level with the Kareela Supper Club! Ride the Gondola to Merritts Mountain House where your snowcat awaits. Travel across the mountain to Kareela Hutte to watch the iconic Thredbo Flare Run and Fireworks Show from the deck! Enjoy a G.H.Mumm champagne and canape package before your ride back down to the village.
To book now, please click here.

Kareela Snowcat Dinners presented by G.H. Mumm
Dates: Select Wednesdays from 12 July – 30 August
Travel in style to the iconic Kareela Hutte on-mountain restaurant via passenger snowcat for a 4-course dinner and wine experience overlooking the lights of Thredbo Village below. A true premium experience that will take your Thredbo visit to the next level. To book now, please click here.

Merritts Mountain Haus Feasts
Dates: Select Fridays from 23 June – 1 September 
Ride under the stars in Australia’s Only Alpine Gondola to Merritts Mountain House to enjoy a Bavarian-inspired feast! The ride down is an unforgettable one with views of the Thredbo Village lights below.
To book now, please click here.

Sunrise Sessions presented by Defender
Dates: Every Tuesday from 25 July – 29 August
Hands down, the best way to start an Australian snow day! Now cemented as Australia’s most iconic on-snow experience, we will take you above & beyond to enjoy sunrise at Australia’s Highest Lifted Point, an on-mountain breakfast accompanied with a G.H. Mumm mimosa, then score first tracks down Supertrail – Australia’s longest run.
To book now, please click here.

Discovery Tours presented by Defender
Dates: Thursdays through Sundays from 3 July – 10 September
Back for 2023, Discovery Tours presented by Defender are a chance for guests to enjoy an exclusive guided skiing or snowboarding tour of Thredbo. Uncover the best-kept secrets of Thredbo’s mountain, learn all about Thredbo’s iconic history and discover, first-hand why Thredbo has been voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort for five years’ running with an expert guide at the helm.
To book now, please click here.

Dead Horse Gap Tour presented by Defender
Dates: Thursdays through Sundays from 3 Aug – 10 September
Get a taste of Australia’s beautiful backcountry with maximum downhill riding on this half day tour. Be guided through the iconic snowgums of Dead Horse Gap and told about the history of the area. Learn basic backcountry safety and cruise down to a Land Rover Defender that will take you back to Thredbo.
To book now, please click here.

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Thredbo has been transformed into a white wonderland this weekend, with snow continuing to fall all the way down to the village on Sunday and Monday. 

• Thredbo Resort is celebrating an exciting early-season snowfall this weekend as excitement builds for winter 2023.
• The mountain was covered in a blanket of white on Sunday morning with snow continuing to fall all the way down to the village on Monday.
• Kicking off on 10 June and running through to 2 October, Thredbo’s 2023 winter season is set to be the biggest ever, providing added value and leveraging capacity management to deliver a premium guest experience alongside Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.
• Please see media imagery and vision from the weekend’s snowfall HERE. 

• Today, Thredbo Resort announced that season passes, day passes, snowsports lessons and equipment rentals are available to purchase for winter 2023.
• Kicking off on 10 June and running through to 2 October 2023, Thredbo’s offering will be the biggest ever this winter season, providing added value and leveraging capacity management to deliver a premium experience alongside Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.
• Thredbo’s 2023 winter events and entertainment calendar will be its biggest and most diverse to date, adding new events to the line-up, bringing back old favourites and increasing bookings for the hugely popular on-mountain experiences.

• Thredbo Resort is celebrating a hugely successful week of mountain bike racing, events, live music and entertainment as it wraps up the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival.
• This week, Thredbo Mountain Bike Park played host to the 2023 Boost Mobile Australian MTB Interschools.
• Across five days, over 1400 school students raced against their classmates in an array of disciplines including Cross Country, Downhill, Flow, Pump Track, and All-Mountain.
• Please see media content from the 2023 Australian MTB Interschools HERE. 

• Thredbo Resort is celebrating a hugely successful week of mountain bike racing, events, live music and entertainment as it wraps up the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival.
• The numbers were record-breaking for the 9th Cannonball Festival with over 900 registered competitors and over 3000 spectators turning out throughout the week.
• 2023 was the first year that Thredbo has partnered with AusCycling to combine the National MTB Championships into the Cannonball event schedule, meaning the stakes were higher than ever for competitors as they raced for two titles in the one event.
• The skills that could be seen across the event is continuing to improve significantly with more heavy hitting riders registering year on year.
• This year, some of the world’s best riders could be seen in Thredbo including Greg Minaar, Sam Hill, Camille Balanche, Jackson Goldstone, Nina Hoffman, Laurie Greenland, Sian A’Hern, Josh Arcus, Tim Eaton, Jackson Frew and Benoit Coulanges.
• Thredbo Mountain Bike Park has seen a 380% increase in unique mountain bikers since 2019, with the growing size and popularity of the Cannonball MTB Festival being a reflection of these numbers.
• Please see media vision and imagery from the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival HERE. 

• Day 1 // Monday 13 February: On Monday, competitors hit the course to practice for their races throughout the week, enjoying great riding conditions across the park thanks to recent moisture and cooler temperatures.
• Day 2 // Tuesday 14 February: Tuesday was the first official day of racing with competitors putting their stamina to the test in the Osprey All Mountain Assault. While the final times were tight, it was ultimately Tim Eaton and Harriet Harnden who took out the wins for the Pro Division.
• Day 3 // Wednesday 15 February: Day 3 saw a host of the country’s best riders compete in the Fox Flow Motion Cup. Tim Eaton and Harriet Harnden took out the wins and claimed the National Championship titles in the Pro Divisions, making it a double win after both riders won All Mountain Assault on Tuesday as well,
• Day 4 // Thursday 16 February: The energy was electric in Thredbo on Thursday night with record-breaking riders and spectators turning out to Thredbo’s Village Green to get involved with the action at the RockShox Pump Track Challenge. The Final Races in the Pro Divisions was an incredible show for spectators, resulting in Jayce Cunning and Anna Newkirk becoming the new King and Queen of the Pump Track for 2023.
• Day 5 // Friday 17 February: The key event on Friday’s schedule was the Official Seeding race for the highly-anticipated Oakley Australian Open Downhill event on Saturday, resulting in Thredbo Ambassador Sian A’Hern taking number one seed in the Pro Women’s Division and international rider Jackson Goldstone in the Men’s Division.
• Day 6 // Saturday 18 February: The sixth and final day of the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile featured a massive line-up of mountain bike racing & action, live music and entertainment. In the Oakley Australian Open Downhill event, it was number one seeds Sian A’Hern who took out the win in the Pro Women’s Downhill and Jackson Goldstone in the Men’s Division. After the Downhill races, Thredbo hosted the invite-only Deity Whip Wars event, with Patrick Butler and Eleni Turkovic putting on the best show for thousands of spectators to win the gold. Once all the racing was finished, Thredbo hosted presentations with Timmy Eaton and Harriet Harnden being crowned the overall King & Queen of Cannonball 2023, before rolling into the Official Cannonball Closing Party with a live DJ set from North East Party House.

• Today was the sixth and final day of the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park.
• The schedule today featured a massive line-up of MTB action with the highly-anticipated Oakley Australian Open Downhill Racing and the invite-only Whip Wars event.
• Harriet Harnden and Timmy Eaton have officially been crowned the King and Queen of Cannonball 2023.
• Sian A’Hern took out the win for the Oakley Australian Open Downhill event in the Pro Women’s Downhill and Jackson Goldstone took out the win in the Men’s Division.
• Patrick Butler and Eleni Turkovic took out the wins in the invite only Deity Whip Wars events.
• Tonight is the Official Cannonball Closing Party featuring a live DJ set from North East Party House.
• Please see media vision and imagery from Day 6 of Cannonball 2023 HERE. 

• Today was Day 5 of the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park.
• The key event on today’s schedule was the Official Seeding race for the highly-anticipated Oakley Australian Open Downhill event tomorrow.
• The stakes are higher than ever at this year’s Cannonball MTB Festival as riders compete for the Cannonball title and the AusCycling National Championship title in one race.
• Today saw Thredbo Ambassador Sian A’Hern take number one seed in the Pro Women’s Division and international rider Jackson Goldstone in the Men’s Division.
• Please see media vision and imagery from Day 5 of Cannonball 2023 HERE. 

• Yesterday was Day 4 of the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park.
• The energy was electric throughout the resort with record-breaking riders and spectators turning out to get involved with the Pump Track Challenge in the village.
• The stakes were higher than ever at last night’s Rockshox Pump Track Challenge as riders competed for the Cannonball title and the AusCycling National Championship title in one event.
• The Pro Division Finals were an incredible battle for spectators to watch, with Jayce Cunning and Anna Newkirk putting on a show to become the new King and Queen of the Pump Track for 2023.
• Today was also the Official Practice for the highly-anticipated Australian Open Downhill event that is coming up tomorrow which will see a host of the world’s best riders compete.
• Please see media vision and imagery from Day 4 of Cannonball 2023 HERE. 

• Day 3 of the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival saw a host of the country’s best riders compete in the Fox Flow Motion Cup event at Thredbo Mountain Bike Park today.
• For the first time ever, the AusCycling National Championships have been integrated with the Cannonball MTB Festival events, upping the stakes for riders as they competed for two titles in the one race.
• Tim Eaton and Harriet Harnden took out the wins & claimed the National Championship titles in the Fox Flow Motion Pro Divisions today. This was a double win for both riders after they won the Osprey All Mountain Assault yesterday too.
• Today was also the Official Practice for the highly-anticipated Australian Open Downhill event that is coming up this Saturday.
• Please see media vision and imagery from Day 3 of Cannonball 2023 HERE. 
• Make sure to keep an eye on your inbox over the next few days as Thredbo’s media team will continue to share updates with content from the Cannonball MTB Festival.

• The 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival officially kicked off yesterday on Monday February 13, running through to this Saturday February 18.
• There are over 900 riders registered for the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival with over 3000 spectators expected throughout the week.
• Monday saw riders descend on Thredbo MTB Park to practice ahead of their races throughout the week, with the first races kicking off today with the Osprey All Mountain Assault event.
• Competitors put their stamina to the test today and the results were tight with Tim Eaton and Harriet Harnden bringing home the wins in the Pro Division.
• Please see media vision and imagery from the first two days of Cannonball 2023 HERE. 

• The past few days have seen Thredbo Resort and AusCycling team up to host the Cross Country National Championships.
• The competition was heated with over 450 riders turning out to race for the Cross Country National Championship titles, including some of the world’s best riders with the likes of Sam Fox, Jack Ward, Cam Ivory, Dan McConnell, Cameron Wright, Brent Rees, Rebecca Henderson, Ruby Dobson, Zoe Cuthbert and Katherine Hosking.
• It’s the first time that Thredbo has played host to the National MTB Championships in more than a decade, with the Downhill, Trials & Pump Track National Championship events set to run as part of the Cannonball MTB Festival schedule this week.

• Kicking off today and running through to 18 February, Thredbo Resort and AusCycling have partnered together to host 10 straight days of MTB racing, combining the 2023 National Championships with the Cannonball Festival presented by Boost Mobile for the first time ever.
• Some of the world’s best riders have begun to descend on the Snowy Mountains, preparing to compete in one of Australia’s biggest ever MTB events.
• The Cross-Country National Championship events are running from today to 12 February 2023, with the Downhill, Trials & Pump Track National Championship events running as part of the Cannonball MTB Festival event schedule from 13 February to 18 February 2023.
• Competitors and spectators can look forward to the incredible atmosphere that the Cannonball Festival brings to the resort with daily live music and the Official Cannonball Closing Party featuring a live DJ set from headliners North East Party House on 18 February.

• The 28th Thredbo Blues Festival was a big success over the weekend, attracting over a thousand blues lovers to the Snowy Mountains for three days of incredible blues performances.
• The massive program featured 65 performances by 23 blues acts, with headliners including Nathan Cavaleri, Mal Eastick’s Review, Karen Lee Andrews, Blues Power and Dom Turner & the Rural Blues Project.
• Thredbo village came to life from Friday night all the way through to Sunday night, with performances at 17 different venues creating an incredible atmosphere all weekend.

• Thredbo’s summer events calendar is jam-packed over the coming weeks, expecting to draw in a wide variety of visitors to the mountains.
• Upcoming highlights on the calendar include the iconic Thredbo Blues Festival from January 27-29,  Thredbo’s Taste of The Snowies Gourmet Food & Wine Festival from February 3-5 and the third instalment of Thredbo Music Series featuring a DJ set by North East Party House on February 18.
• In addition to the events, guests can soak up the incredible summer atmosphere in the village and enjoy a wide range of on-mountain activities such as mountain biking, hiking and more.

• Thredbo Resort is preparing for it’s peak summer period with an influx of families expected to visit the mountains these school holidays.
• As Australia’s premier adventure destination, guests can enjoy summer activities including mountain biking, hiking, alpine bobsled and more as well as a jam-packed line-up of family-friendly events and entertainment that have been planned for the Kids Summer Adventure Festival.
• The festive season will also see Thredbo invite guests and the community to celebrate with a number of Christmas and New Years events across its venues.

Thredbo Resort is celebrating a trifecta of award wins following its successful 2022 winter season, taking out ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the World Ski Awards for the sixth year in a row. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 1 December 2022

• Thredbo Resort is excited to announce that it has taken out a trifecta of awards following its successful 2022 winter season.
• Thredbo won the award for ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the World Ski Awards, ‘Best Australian Resort’ at the Snowsports Industries of Australia Awards, and ‘Australia’s Best Family Ski Resort’ at the Out & About with Kids Readers’ Choice Awards.
• 2022 is the sixth consecutive year that Thredbo has been crowned ‘Australia’s Best Ski Resort’ at the World Ski Awards, a global initiative that recognises, rewards and celebrates excellence in ski tourism.

Australia’s premier adventure destination kicked off its summer season of mountain biking last weekend with new Ambassador & World Enduro Champion Jack Moir officially opening the MTB Park.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 24 November 2022

Thredbo Resort is preparing to host one of Australia’s biggest MTB events as the Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile and the 2023 AusCycling National MTB Championships are combined to create ten straight days of racing from 9 – 18 February 2023.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 15 November 2022

• Thredbo Resort is partnering with AusCycling to host a massive 10 straight days of MTB racing this summer as the 2023 National Championships are combined with the Cannonball Festival presented by Boost Mobile for the first time ever.
• The Cross-Country National Championship events will run from 9  February to 12 February 2023, with the Downhill, Trials & Pump Track National Championship events running as part of the Cannonball MTB Festival from 13 February to 18 February 2023.
• The stakes for Downhill and Pump Track are set to be higher than ever with a $100,000 prize pool and the chance for riders to take out both the Cannonball and National Championship titles in one race.
• Event registration for the Cannonball MTB Festival and the 2023 AusCycling National Championships are now open.

The Australian MTB Interschools presented by Boost Mobile will return to Thredbo in 2023 for a massive week of riding, racing and good times among classmates. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 3 November 2022

• The Thredbo Mountain Bike Park will host the Australian MTB Interschools presented by Boost Mobile between 5 – 10 March 2023.
• The 2023 Australian MTB Interschools is expected to draw more than a thousand competitors between years 3 and year 12 from schools across the country.
• With five divisions and five massive events across all disciplines, racers are able to compete as an individual or as part of their school team and can choose which of the five races to enter.
• Registration is open now and is expected to fill up fast.

• Division 5 – School Years 3 & 4
• Division 4 – School Years 5 & 6
• Division 3 – School Years 7 & 8
• Division 2 – School Years 9 & 10
• Division 1 – School Years 11 & 12

• Monday 6th March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | All-Mountain & Pump Track
• Tuesday 7th March – Division 3, 4 & 5 | Flow Motion Cup & Downhill
• Wednesday 8th March – All Divisions | X-Country
• Thursday 9th March – Division 1 & 2 | All-Mountain & Pump Track
• Friday 10th March – Division 1 & 2 | Flow Motion Cup & Downhill

Thredbo Resort has launched Pure Gravity, a new campaign that showcases the unique offering of the Thredbo MTB Park ahead of what is expected to be a massive 2022-23 summer season. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 1 November 2022

• Today, Australia’s premier summer adventure destination is launching Pure Gravity, an integrated campaign that invites the mountain biking community to experience the difference of riding Australia’s only lift-accessed trails.
• Thredbo Mountain Bike Park has established itself as a key destination among the MTB community in recent years, leading to the development of its own brand identity within the larger Thredbo brand.
• Pure Gravity is the first campaign to showcase a new voice that has been created to represent Thredbo’s MTB brand, ensuring there is a unique approach to engaging with this core audience.
• The campaign is launching ahead of what is expected to be a massive 2022-23 mountain biking season in Thredbo with the launch of several exciting developments across the MTB Park.

The soulful sounds of the blues will return to the Snowy Mountains this summer as a massive line-up of the country’s hottest blues artists take over Thredbo Village for the 28th Thredbo Blues Festival.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 20 October 2022

• Thredbo Resort is excited to announce the return of the iconic Thredbo Blues Festival this summer for its 28th year.
• Taking over Thredbo Village for three days from 27 – 29 January 2023, the festival will showcase a massive line-up of the country’s hottest blues talent, with lively gigs at over ten different venues creating an incredible atmosphere throughout the resort.
• The spectacular program features over 60 performances from more than 23 different acts, with headliners including Nathan Cavaleri, Mal Eastick band, Karen Lee Andrews, Blues Power, Dom Turner and the Rural Blues Project as well as many more up-and-coming artists.
• A limited number of Early Bird festival passes are available to purchase now.

Thredbo Resort’s much-loved Yoga and Wellness Retreats will return this summer, each offering three days of all-inclusive bliss in the breathtaking Snowy Mountains.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 13 October 2022

• Thredbo’s series of much-loved Yoga and Wellness Retreats are returning this summer.
• Hosted by highly renowned Yoga Teacher Jane Corben, the all-inclusive three-day retreats feature accommodation, curated meal plans and a unique schedule of activities including Australia’s highest yoga classes, mountain-top meditation and alpine cold-water immersion therapy.
• Thredbo’s Yoga and Wellness Retreats are available to book now, with two retreats from 1 – 4 December and 8 – 11 December 2022.

Thredbo Resort is officially closing to skiers and snowboarders today, celebrating the end of an incredibly successful winter season.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 4 October 2022

• Thredbo has wrapped up its snow season for 2022, officially closing the mountain to skiers and snowboarders today.
• The resort is celebrating an incredibly successful winter with consistently strong snow conditions, its biggest ever events calendar and a series of exclusive on-mountain experiences.
• Thredbo hosted its famous closing celebrations on Sunday with the iconic Thredbo Pondskim event followed by a Hawaiian-themed Spring Fling.

Thredbo is unveiling its biggest ever 2022-23 summer offering, featuring mountain biking, hiking, wellness retreats, a packed events calendar and more.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 29 September 2022

• Thredbo’s summer season of hiking and mountain biking officially begins on 19 November 2022, running through to 25 April 2023.
• 2022-23 mountain biking and hiking season passes are available to purchase now as well as day passes, rental and lessons.
• Thredbo has announced several exciting developments to the Thredbo MTB Park including three beginner to intermediate gravity trails in the new Cruiser MTB area.
• Thredbo Guided Hikes will host unique hiking experiences including full moon hikes, sunset hikes and a new Aries Tor Hike.

Thredbo Resort has announced its partnership with AusCycling to host ten consecutive days of MTB racing this summer, combining the 2023 National MTB Championships with the 2023 Cannonball MTB Festival presented by Boost Mobile. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 26 September 2022

• This summer, Thredbo Resort is partnering with AusCycling to bring the 2023 National MTB Championships to the Thredbo Mountain Bike Park for the first time in decades, joining forces with the Cannonball MTB Festival.
• Two of the country’s most prestigious MTB events will now be combined into ten consecutive days as the Downhill & Pump Track National Championships are included in the Cannonball event schedule, with winners taking out both titles in a singular race.
• The Cross-Country National Championship events will run from 9 February to 12 February 2023, with the Downhill & Pump Track events running as part of the Cannonball MTB Festival from 13 February to 18 February 2023.

• Monday 13th | Official Practice
• Tuesday 14th | All-Mountain Assault Racing
• Wednesday 15th | Flow Motion Cup Racing (Group A)
• Thursday 16th | Flow Motion Cup Racing (Group B)
• Thursday 16th | Pump Track Challenge Racing (National Pump Track Championships)
• Friday 17th | Australian Open DH Seeding (National DH Championships Seeding)
• Friday 17th | National Trials Championships
• Saturday 18th | Australian Open DH Finals (National DH Championships Finals)
• Saturday 18th | Whip Wars

Winter may be over but Mother Nature isn’t finished yet! A snowstorm over the weekend saw Thredbo Resort receive 53cm of spring snow on the upper mountain in the lead-up to the start of school holidays this week.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 19 September 2022

• A snowstorm over the weekend has delivered 53cm of spring snow to Thredbo on the upper mountain, setting the resort up for the upcoming school holidays and the final weeks of the snow season.
• The recent snowfall comes ahead of Thredbo’s September Kids Snow Festival which begins on 23 September and runs throughout the school holidays until the end of the snow season on 3 October.
• The Kids Snow Festival is a school holiday favourite of all ages, offering families a mountain of terrain to explore as they learn to ski or snowboard, a massive line up of free activities for the kids and plenty of après for mum and dad.

A snowstorm over the weekend delivered Thredbo with 53cm of spring snow on the upper mountain, setting the resort up for the upcoming September school holidays and the final weeks of the snow season.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said “The 53cm of fresh snow has arrived at the perfect time to freshen the snow cover up for the September school holidays and the final weeks of the snow season.”

“Skiers and snowboarders are showing big smiles this morning as they enjoy great springtime conditions on the mountain.”

Beginning on 23 September and running through to the end of the snow season on 3 October, families will be descending on Thredbo to enjoy spring skiing and non-stop family-friendly activities during the September Kids Snow Festival.

Featuring a series of movie nights, games, Lindt Chocolate smores, special kids flare runs, fireworks and plenty of après for mum and dad, the Kids Snow Festival is a school holiday favourite for all ages.

September is typically a great time of year for families to visit the mountain for skiing and snowboarding, with the spring conditions historically offering softer and forgiving snow conditions, lots of sun and warmer temperatures.

In addition to all of the family-friendly fun, the weekend’s spring snow top-up ensures that there will be plenty of on-mountain action for everyone to enjoy.

Spring Snowstorm: For media content from the weekend’s snowstorm, please click here.
Kids Snow Festival: For media content from recent Kids Snow Festivals, please click here.

The events were non-stop on and off the mountain in Thredbo this weekend with a two-day Bush Doof event hosted by Olympic Snowboarder Tess Coady followed by a record-breaking après event on Saturday night as The Jungle Giants headlined the third and final First Base event of the season. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 4 September 2022

• Thredbo Resort is celebrating a hugely successful weekend after hosting a series of non-stop events that ran on and off the mountain.
• For the first time ever, Thredbo and Monster Energy teamed up with Olympic medallist Tess Coady to host Bush Doof, featuring two days of high-energy snowboarding and parties.
• On Saturday night, The Jungle Giants attracted record numbers to this winter’s third and final First Base party presented by Canadian Club, closing out what has been an incredibly successful après event series for the resort and its partners.

Thredbo is renowned for offering Australia’s biggest and most diverse range of winter events and this weekend has been a testament to that.

On Friday, Monster Energy presented Thredbo’s first-ever Bush Doof event hosted by Thredbo Ambassador and Olympian Tess Coady. The event kicked off with a high-energy Rail Jam featuring a range of the world’s best snowboarders. The sun was shining over the course and there was a huge turn-out of spectators who came to see the best of the best in action. After an impressive battle, it was Mia Brookes and Truth Smith who won their respective divisions with Zoi Sadowski-Synnott and Darcy Sharpe also winning Best Trick.

Following the Rail Jam, the Bush Doof moved its way down to the village for an incredible after party at the Alpine Bar with a DJ set from North East Party House. On Saturday, the Bush Doof continued with a shred session at the Monster Energy Terrain Park that saw the pros ridewith guests and show them how it’s done.

On Saturday night, Thredbo hosted its most successful First Base après ski party to-date. Headlined by The Jungle Giants, the highly-anticipated event attracted the highest number of attendees seen at any après event throughout Thredbo’s history. Presented by Canadian Club, Saturday night was the third and final First Base event of the winter season, closing out what has been a series of incredible live music and entertainment to rival the international après ski scene.

With snow guns still firing each night and more snow in the forecast, this weekend’s events has seen Thredbo kickstart the month of September in a big way.

Monster Energy and Thredbo are excited to announce a new two-day event happening this weekend with non-stop snowboarding and dj parties, hosted by Olympian Tess Coady. To top it off, the weekend will also play host to the third and final First Base après party, with The Jungle Giants taking to the stage for a highly-anticipated DJ set.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 31 August 2022

• Thredbo Resort is gearing up for one of its biggest event weekends ever, kicking off this Friday and Saturday with Bush Doof presented by Monster Energy, followed by the highly-anticipated First Base ft. The Jungle Giants après ski party on Saturday night.
• Hosted by Thredbo Ambassador & Olympic medallist Tess Coady,  Bush Doof will see some of the world’s best snowboarders descend on Thredbo for two days of high-energy snowboarding and parties, with a particularly high quality female line-up including Zoi Sadowski Synott and Mia Brookes.
• On Saturday, The Jungle Giants are set to headline this winter’s third and final First Base après ski party, closing out what has been one of the most successful event series in Thredbo’s calendar to date.

Guests awoke to a winter wonderland in Thredbo village this morning with skiers and snowboarders experiencing one of the best powder days of the season following 28cm of fresh snow.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 23 August 2022

Powder conditions in Thredbo after 64cm of fresh snowfall in the last week… 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 16 August 2022

Blizzard conditions began rolling in over the Australian alps early Sunday morning. Since then, Thredbo saw an accumulation of 49cm of fresh snow from the storm with powder conditions across the mountain.

With snowfall forecast to continue throughout the week, keen skiers and snowboarders will be enjoying powder turns and windblown stashes at Thredbo Resort, setting the season up for excellent conditions through to the end of the season on 3 October.

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First Base ft. Poof Doof Headlines Thredbo’s Massive August Events Calendar
As if the great snow conditions aren’t enough, Thredbo Resort also has a stacked events calendar for guests to enjoy every day this week and throughout the entire winter season. This Saturday 20 August, First Base presented by Canadian Club takes over Alpine Bar. Australia’s queer dance night POOF DOOF will bring guaranteed good times and rainbow entertainment to Thredbo’s après ski scene, in addition to hosts Tom Tilley, Hugo Gruzman and Harvey M.

Yesterday, Thredbo Resort saw over 280 riders bring their A-game to one of the most prestigious events for Australia’s snowboarding community.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 13 August 2022

• Over 280 riders turned out in Thredbo yesterday to compete in the ultimate event for Australia’s snowboarding community, the 8th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom.
• The conditions couldn’t have been better for a fun day on the mountain with the sun shining over the Banked Slalom Course following 10cm of fresh snowfall the night prior.
• Among the legendary line-up of competitors included four-time Olympian Scotty James, Thredbo’s 2022 Olympic Ambassadors Ben Tudhope, Tess Coady, Valentino Guseli, Josie Baff and Jye Kearney as well as industry legends Robbie Walker and Nate Johnstone.

The competition among snowboarders was at an all-time high in Thredbo yesterday as new and old rivalries were rekindled at the 8th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom.

Renowned among Australia’s snowboarding community as one of the biggest and best events in the calendar, yesterday’s race saw over 280 riders shoot their shot at victory in eight different divisions.

The conditions couldn’t have been better for a fun day on the mountain, with the sun shining over the event following 10cm of fresh snowfall the night prior.

Each racer got two runs down the custom Banked Slalom Course, getting their speed up and being challenged by tight turns as the crowd cheered on from the sideline.

Among the legendary line-up of riders included four-time Olympian Scotty James, Thredbo’s 2022 Olympic Ambassadors Ben Tudhope, Tess Coady, Valentino Guseli, Josie Baff and Jye Kearney as well as industry legends Robbie Walker and Nate Johnstone.

“The Transfer Banked Slalom is Australia’s most prestigious snowboarding event. It is the tournament of turns and I think we are going to see a lot of riders really going for it today. It will definitely be a battle,” said Thredbo’s 2022 Olympic Ambassador Valentino Guseli ahead of his race.

And a battle it was, with industry legend Robbie Walker taking out gold on the podium in the Mens Open division followed by Valentino Guseli and Nate Johnstone in second and third place respectively. The Womens Open division was equally strong, with Mia Brookes taking out gold followed by Freya Hammerlein with silver and Tess Coady with bronze.

What’s more, there were also multiple generations from the same families securing spots on the podium, with father and son duo Brad George and Juan George both placing in their divisions as well as mother and daughter duo Marguerite Cossettini and Freya Hammerlein.

And the good vibes were just as high as the competition, with riders finishing up their race and heading straight to the afterparty and awards presentations at Merritts Mountain House, with the winners taking home a huge stack of prizes thanks to Sims, Yeti & Pirate Life!

Congratulations to all of the riders who competed yesterday and thank you to Transfer, Sims, Yeti & Pirate Life for teaming up with us to make the event such a big success.

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What better way to celebrate our unique environment than with fresh snow? Environment Week is in full swing at Thredbo Resort, inviting the community to come together to raise awareness about our environmental initiatives and how we can work towards a more sustainable future, today.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 27 July 2022

• A 13cm fresh snowfall on Tuesday was a timely reminder for the Thredbo community on why it is so important to protect and prioritise our unique alpine environment.
• This Environment Week, Thredbo Resort is hosting a series of events and initiatives for our guests, community and beyond to drive awareness about about our environmental initiatives.
• On Monday, Thredbo commemorated the first day of Environment Week by inviting the community to join a Tour to the Top as well as an Environment & Sustainability Night, with a range of other initiatives running all week.

Environment Week is in full swing at Thredbo Resort, coinciding with 13cm of fresh snowfall on Tuesday. With the great snow conditions providing a timely reminder about the importance of protecting our unique environment, Thredbo is also hosting a series of events and initiatives all week to raise awareness about what we can all do to create a more sustainable future.

Thredbo kicked off Environment Week by hosting a successful Tour to the Top on Monday, which saw members of the community hike to the top of Mt Kosciuszko to spend time appreciating the outdoors and raising awareness about our environmental initiatives.

On Monday night, guests and staff were invited to attend an Environment & Sustainability Night at The Kosciuszko Room where they enjoyed hearing from a host of passionate environmental speakers. Notably, Huw Kingston spoke to guests about his Alpine Odyssey expedition where he plans to ski the entire 600km length of the Australian Alps, raising money for Save the Children.

The Environment & Sustainability Night also played host to André Russ from EarthCheck who presented Thredbo with its EarthCheck Gold Certification. As an industry leader in sustainability, Thredbo takes pride in being EarthCheck certified for six years running and has now achieved its Gold Certification for the second year in a row, a first for an Australian snow resort. The recognition makes Thredbo a leader of sustainable tourism destinations worldwide which are certified to the internationally recognised EarthCheck Destination Standard.

Thredbo has a range of other initiatives planned throughout Environment Week to continue driving awareness, teaming up with Green Caffeen on Friday to offer free coffees and raise awareness about Green Caffeen’s reusable swap-and-go coffee cup scheme. What’s more, all week long Thredbo is partnering with Greenfleet to match guests’ carbon offset donations and is also hosting a Heat The Homeless appeal, encouraging guests to donate pre-loved jackets to help warm those sleeping rough.

To learn more about Thredbo’s environmental initiatives and to find out more about the upcoming Environment Week events, head to thredbo.com.au/environment.

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Thredbo Resort is hosting a series of events for guests and staff to celebrate its environmental initiatives and raise awareness on how the community can all work together towards a more sustainable future.  

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 21 July 2022

• Thredbo Resort celebrates its commitment to preserving, protecting, and prioritising its unique alpine environment.
• This Environment Week (25 – 31 July), Thredbo is hosting a series of events to drive awareness of its environmental initiatives and educate the community on how they can help to protect the environment and create a more sustainable future for Thredbo.
• As an industry leader in sustainability, Thredbo takes pride in being EarthCheck certified for six years running, and has now achieved its Gold Certification for the second year in a row, a first for an Australian snow resort.

This Environment Week, Thredbo Resort honours its commitment to preserving, protecting and prioritising its alpine environment by raising awareness about the environmental impacts we have on our beautiful mountain home within Kosciuszko National Park.

Thredbo is proud to be the first Australian snow resort to be powered by renewable energy as well as a range of recently implemented initiatives to ensure it continues to set the industry benchmark for sustainability.  Recent initiatives include but are not limited to; ensuring efficient electric motors are installed in the Merritts Gondola, implementing a single-use plastic reduction plan, doubling food organics recycling at our restaurants and accommodation with a Closed Loop recycling machine, and investing in new technology to make snow grooming and snow making more efficient.

While Thredbo’s environmental initiatives are a consistent year-round undertaking, Environment Week provides a valuable opportunity to remind all members of the community that caring for our mountains is a team effort.  This Environment Week, the resort is hosting a series of events for staff and guests to raise awareness for how everyone can make a difference, no matter how big or how small.

• Environmental & Sustainability Night (Monday): Guests and staff are invited to the Kosciuszko Room to hear from a host of passionate environment speakers including Huw Kingston who will be talking about his Alpine Odyssey expedition where he plans to ski the entire 600km length of the Australian Alps, stopping in at every resort. There will also be prizes and give-aways on offer from The North Face.
• Tour to the Top (Tuesday): Thredbo is hosting a full-day backcountry tour to Mount Kosciuszko to raise awareness for Thredbo’s environmental initiatives.
• Buy A Tree (All week): Guests can buy a tree for $5 to offset their trip to the snow and during Environment Week, Thredbo is partnering with Greenfleet to match all donations.  Since 2014, Thredbo guests have offset almost 2,000 tonnes of carbon by planting over 7,200 trees at projects across Australia.
• Jacket Upcycling (All week): Pre-loved jackets in good condition can be brought to a drop-off location at Friday Flat and Thredbo will find a new life for it such as donating to Heat The Homeless.
• Free Coffee with Green Caffeen (Friday): Thredbo and Green Caffeen are hosting a morning of Free Coffee to raise awareness about Green Caffeen’s reusable swap-and-go coffee cup scheme.  The scheme reduces the amount of coffee cups disposed of to landfill.

Euan Diver, Thredbo Resort Environmental Services Manager, encourages all members of the community to educate themselves on how they can help to protect our beautiful environment.

“If we all commit to making environmentally-friendly choices every day, we have the ability to have a positive influence on Thredbo’s journey towards a more sustainable future.”

“From recycling, to being more energy conscious, and car-pooling to the snow with your mates, together our small actions can amass to create a big difference.” said Mr Diver.

As an industry leader in sustainability, Thredbo takes pride in being EarthCheck certified for six years running, and has now achieved its Gold Certification for the second year in a row, a first for an Australian snow resort. The recognition makes Thredbo a leader of sustainable tourism destinations worldwide which are certified to the internationally recognised EarthCheck Destination Standard.

Looking forward, Thredbo’s Environment team will continue to look for new ways to reduce our environmental impact through innovative waste, energy, water, and biodiversity management.  In 2023, the team has set ambitious targets including diverting at least 50% of waste from landfill, offsetting 100% of the greenhouse gas emissions caused by the generation of electricity used in resort operations and reducing town water use by 25% over 2011–12 levels.

To learn more about Thredbo’s environmental initiatives and to find out more about the upcoming Environment Week events, head to thredbo.com.au/environment.

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There was a significant snowfall at Thredbo Resort over the weekend, transforming the village into a winter wonderland and covering the mountain in fresh powder for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy this week. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 18 July 2022

• Thredbo Resort received 30cm of fresh snow across the mountain over the weekend, with the snow continually falling from Saturday night through to Monday morning.
• The atmosphere in Thredbo feels fantastic as guests enjoy the blanket of white snow that is now covering the village.
• Today, skiers and snowboarders are experiencing world-class snow conditions, with everyone making the most of the fresh powder as they carve up Australia’s longest runs.

Today, Australia’s premier alpine destination is celebrating 30cm of fresh snow which fell across the mountain over the weekend, as the successful 2022 winter season continues to gain even more momentum.

Blizzard conditions at Thredbo saw snow fall from the top of the mountain down to the village from Saturday night all the way through to Monday morning. The fresh snowfall adds to what has already been a great period for snowmaking, with over 200 snow guns firing on multiple evenings throughout the past week.

On Sunday morning, guests awoke to see that the village had been transformed into a winter wonderland, with a blanket of fresh white snow getting everyone excited for a big week on the slopes.

First laps of Australia’s longest runs were in hot demand this morning, with skiers and snowboarders eager to shred the fresh powder that is covering the mountain from top to bottom. With all of Thredbo’s lifts now open for the season, guests are set to experience world-class snow conditions this week as they explore thousands of metres worth of terrain.

As if the great snow conditions aren’t enough, Thredbo Resort also has a stacked events calendar for guests to enjoy every day this week and throughout the entire winter season. Beginning today, the Kosciuszko Pale Ale Uni Week is taking over with a non-stop après line-up, and the first of three First Base après ski parties series is set to kick off this Saturday with DJs Stace Cadet and Mel Hall in addition to hosts Tom Tilley, Hugo Gruzman and Harvey M.

To see the full calendar of events, head to thredbo.com.au/events. 

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Today, Thredbo Resort saw over 300 kids turn out to learn from some of Australia’s best winter athletes and have a fun day riding with their friends at Torah Bright’s much-loved Mini Shred event.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 9 July 2022

• Today, Thredbo Resort and Australian Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright hosted the seventh annual Mini Shred event, attracting over 300 kids who turned out to learn from the best of the best.
• The event featured a star-studded line-up of fourteen coaches who were on hand to give tips and inspire the next generation of Aussie skiers and snowboarders, including five of Thredbo’s Winter Olympic Ambassadors.
• In addition to shredding the custom-built terrain park with their friends, kids enjoyed a sausage sizzle, a DJ set, giveaways and a signing session.

Today, Thredbo Resort, Torah Bright and a massive line-up of professional coaches teamed up to host one of the most fun days for Australia’s next generation of skiers and snowboarders, the Torah Bright Mini Shred.

Coinciding with school holidays, the highly-anticipated event attracted over 300 mini shredders, who had the best day learning from the best of Australia’s snow mentors and riding with their friends, as well as enjoying a sausage sizzle, a DJ set, giveaways and a signing session.

Speaking of the event, 8-year-old Oliver Windshuttle said “The Olympian snowboarders taught us how to do 180’s and grabs off the big jumps. It was so cool!”

With great early season snow conditions combined with fresh snowfall over the custom-built mini terrain park, today was one of the most successful Mini Shred events that Thredbo has hosted to-date.

Featuring host Torah Bright and a line-up of fourteen other skiing and snowboarding coaches including Thredbo’s Winter Olympic Ambassadors Valentino Guseli, Jarryd Hughes, Ben Tudhope, Jye Kearney and Abi Harrigan, there was no shortage of inspirational athletes for the kids to learn from.

As if that star-studded line-up wasn’t enough, there was also a surprise appearance from our talented mates across the ditch, with recent Olympic Gold Medalist Zoi Sadowski-Synnott and Snowboarding World Champion Tiarn Collins both rocking up to be special guest coaches on the day, getting the kids even more excited.

Australian Olympic Gold Medalist Torah Bright said the Mini Shred event is her favourite day of the year, and means even more now that she has her own mini shredder, 2-year-old Flow.

“It’s so much fun, seeing all the kids making new friends on the snow and learning new things. The talent level of the little Aussie shredders out there was amazing. It was incredible to have had such a brilliant line-up of inspiring athletes and Olympians who were sharing their advice, tips and just stoking out all the kids today,” said Torah.

Torah Bright’s Mini Shred continues to be a stand-out event in Thredbo’s massive winter calendar for many families who love skiing and snowboarding. However, the fun won’t be stopping anytime soon, with Thredbo’s biggest ever line-up of live entertainment and après events, skiing and snowboarding events, kids festivals, and a series of unique on-mountain experiences all still yet to come throughout this winter season.

To see the full calendar of events, head to thredbo.com.au/events. 

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School holidays are here and Thredbo’s July Kids Snow Festival has officially begun, offering families everything they need to make this the best winter ever. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 1 July 2022

• School holidays officially started today, marking the beginning of Thredbo’s highly anticipated July Kids Snow Festival.
• Featuring a massive line-up of free family-friendly activities and plenty of après for mum and dad, there’s something for everyone these holidays at Australia’s Best Ski Resort for Families.
• With all major resort lifts now open, there is a huge variety of terrain to explore, providing the perfect place for families to learn and level up their skills.

With school holidays starting today, Thredbo Resort is excited to welcome families back to enjoy endless on-mountain action and magical village moments that will create memories to last a lifetime.

As part of its biggest ever events and entertainment calendar, Thredbo’s July Kids Snow Festival officially kicked off with an evening of family fun last night including fireworks, a kids flare run, entertainment, Lindt Chocolate smores and hugs with the Thredboland animals.

And the fun won’t be stopping anytime soon, with a packed line-up of family-friendly events and activities running every day of the school holidays, including weekly family fun nights, giant games, family après, movie nights and more.

On the mountain, kids are having a blast learning to ski and snowboard at Thredboland, with the older kids freshening up their skills in preparation for a series of upcoming race events. To cap off it all off, kids will be able to spend the day learning from the pros at Torah Bright’s much-loved Mini Shred event set for July 9.

To see the full calendar of events, head to thredbo.com.au/events. 

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About Thredbo
Thredbo is Australia’s premier alpine resort. Voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort in the World Ski Awards for five consecutive years, plus Best Australian Ski Resort for families in the Out & About with Kids annual Readers’ Choice Awards, Thredbo boasts some of the best alpine terrain in the country and plays host to close to around 850,000 visitors each year.

Located at the heart of the Australian Alps and nestled in the foothills of Australia’s highest mountain Mt Kosciuszko, Thredbo is Australia’s highest adventure destination in both summer and winter. As well as the exceptional terrain on offer, Thredbo delivers guests the best alpine experience with a huge range of on-mountain and après events in its unique, European-style village.

Thredbo Resort is bringing back its Vertical Metres Challenge this winter, offering skiers and snowboarders the chance to win a Heli-Skiing trip in Canada if they ride over 5000 vertical metres in one day.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 29 June 2022

• Thredbo Resort, CMH Heli-Skiing, Travelplan Ski and Air Canada are putting on a challenge like no other for skiers and snowboards this winter with the launch of the Vertical Metres Challenge.
• Guests who ride over 5000 vertical metres in one day at Thredbo will automatically go in the draw to win the ultimate heli-skiing trip in Canada in 2023 worth over $28K.
• The lucky winner will receive return airfares, transfers, accommodation and meals for two plus 5-days of heli-skiing at the CMH Kootenay Heli-skiing area.

• Two return Air Canada economy flights to Kelowna Airport from the winner’s nearest capital city in Australia (flight associated taxes are included).  Airfare is valid for a departure from 1 February 23 to 27 February 23 (last possible day to depart Australia to arrive on time at CMH Kootenay).
• 5 nights of accommodation in 2x single rooms at the Kootenay CMH Lodge 28/02/2023 – 05/03/2023.
• Use of lodge facilities including saunas, hot tubs and more.
• All meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Shuttle transportation to and from Kelowna Airport or Revelstoke, only on the designated start and end days of the Kootenay trip.
• Services of ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain Guides), and/or IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guides Association) certified guides, and guides recognised by HeliCat Canada.
• Use of specially designed Heli-Skis and Snowboards. Poles are also provided. Note: Boots are not provided.
• Training in and use of avalanche transceivers.
• Use of a CMH guest pack including radio, shovel and probe.

Presented by Canadian Club, First Base is coming back to Thredbo this winter across three Saturdays, featuring a stellar line up of First Base feat. Stace Cadet, the Poof Doof DJ’s and The Jungle Giants. 

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 17 June 2022

• First Base, Thredbo and Canadian Club announce The Jungle Giants as headliners for the First Base season finale at Thredbo.
• Hosted by Tom Tilley, Hugo Gruzman and Harvey M., the First Base vintage après ski soirees will be held at Thredbo across three Saturdays this winter, with The Jungle Giants’ September gig hot on the heels of First Base feat. Stace Cadet on 23 July and Poof Doof DJ’s on 20 August.

If an incredible season of skiing, snowboarding and retro-themed après soirees wasn’t enough to get tongues wagging, today First Base, Thredbo and Canadian Club announce The Jungle Giants will round out the First Base events with this season’s best DJ Set on September 3. 

The Aussie indie-rock royalty, known for delivering explosive high-energy live performances, will close out the events at the mountaintop DJ set at Thredbo; home to Australia’s longest runs, and even longer nights. 

Hosted by Tom Tilley, Hugo Gruzman and Harvey M. at Thredbo’s Alpine Bar, the First Base vintage après ski soirees will be held across three Saturdays this winter, with The Jungle Giants’ September gig hot on the heels of First Base feat. Stace Cadet on 23 July and Poof Doof DJ’s on 20 August. 

Renowned as the southern hemisphere’s number one après ski brand and the social highlight of the alpine calendar, the First Base events offer up a toasty fire, a bubbling hot tub, vintage onesies and bad sweaters, and the hottest live acts around. 

With free entry, all that’s left to do is head to your local, pick up a specially marked pack of CC and claim your personalised Bad Sweater – the compulsory uniform of the night, no questions asked.  

For a winter set to make up for many a missed season, CC and Thredbo are giving away an amazing Thredbo trip for you and three mates, including accommodation and ski passes, plus VIP access to First Base ft. The Jungle Giants. 

No FOMO here. If you miss out on nabbing the major prize, Canadian Club is helping make sure it’s après ski party time for everyone this winter. Thanks to CC, three competition runners up will win a prize pack with everything they need to bring the après ski celebrations to life at home. Runner up packs include a snow machine, DJ decks and speakers, icy cold CC’s and enough Bad Sweaters to go around. They are also shouting the winners an Uber voucher (for food or getting mates home safely) and a cleaner to handle the dirty work the next morning.  

This season, get amongst the après ski soiree spirit with Thredbo and CC. Head to www.ccsnowparty.com to find out more. Competition runs until 11.59pm, 24 July 2022. 

To see the full calendar of events, head to thredbo.com.au/events. 

Thredbo is a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Australia’s premier alpine destination officially opened to skiers and snowboarders on Saturday, showcasing some of the best conditions that Thredbo has seen on an opening weekend to date.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 13 June 2022

• Thredbo Resort officially opened to skiers and snowboarders on Saturday 11 June, with its 2022 Winter Olympic Ambassadors leading guests on the first run down the mountain.
• There was 125cm of fresh snow in the week leading up to opening weekend, resulting in the best season start in decades.
• All major resort areas were open on Saturday for guests to enjoy Australia’s longest runs before celebrating with a massive calendar of events and entertainment

Thanks to a huge early season snowfall and a massive range of events and entertainment, Thredbo Resort celebrated its best ever start to the snow season. Officially opened to skiers and snowboarders on Saturday 11 June, guests were able to enjoy the best of Thredbo’s terrain including Australia’s longest runs.

Thredbo’s impressive crew of 2022 Winter Olympic Ambassadors got the first tracks down the mountain, with Tess Coady, Valentino Guseli, Ben Tudhope, Jarryd Hughes, Josie Baff and Abi Harrigan all meeting and skiing with guests to show them how it’s done.

However, the action didn’t stop on the mountain, with Thredbo’s opening weekend also marking the start to Thredbo’s biggest ever events and entertainment calendar planned throughout the winter, featuring live entertainment and après events, kid’s festivals and a series of unique on-mountain experiences.

Highlight events from the opening weekend included a Welcome Home To Thredbo’s Winter Olympians, Illuminations & Fireworks Spectacular, Ice Carvings, and Heineken Saturday ft. Set Mo at the Alpine Bar.

Caroline Brauer, Thredbo Resort Marketing Manager, said “The snow cover was as good as it gets here in Thredbo for our opening weekend. We don’t usually see conditions like this until July or August.”

“After a challenging couple of years for the resort and its businesses, this is exactly the way we wanted to welcome everyone back to the resort to remember just how magical our mountains are.”

“Thredbo is officially back in action. We couldn’t be happier, not only with the excellent conditions, but also being able to offer our guests the biggest events and entertainment calendar yet,” said Ms Brauer.

With the successful opening weekend now wrapped, Thredbo Resort is excited to continue welcoming its guests back to enjoy what is shaping up to be one of the best seasons ever.

Check out the Thredbo events calendar for more details on upcoming events.

Thredbo is a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Australia’s premier alpine destination reveals winter on-sale dates ahead of what is expected to be one of the biggest snow seasons yet.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 24 February 2022

• Thredbo’s winter season passes for 2022 are now on sale, with day passes, rental and lessons available for purchase from early March.
• Guests should follow Thredbo’s social media channels and subscribe to the Thredbo e-newsletter for announcements on upcoming day pass, rental and lesson releases.
• Thredbo will focus on delivering a world-class customer experience this winter with exclusive premier on-mountain dining experiences, a range of free events, a huge line-up of après events and of course, access to Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding.

With the demand for domestic snow holidays at an all-time high, and the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics on the forefront of our minds thanks to Thredbo ambassadors such as Olympic Bronze Medallist Tess Coady, Thredbo has officially unveiled its highly anticipated winter product offerings.

Winter 2022 season passes are now on sale with day passes, lessons and rentals available for purchase from early March. Guests should follow Thredbo’s social media channels and subscribe to Thredbo’s e-newsletter for announcements on day pass, rental and lesson on-sale dates coming soon.

Thredbo recently won Australia’s Best Ski Resort in the prestigious World Ski Awards for its fifth consecutive year as well as Best Australian Ski Resort for Families in the Out & About with Kids annual Readers’ Choice Awards for 2021. Thredbo is a mecca for skiers and snowboarders, boasting the country’s longest runs – almost double the amount of vertical terrain than any other Australian resort – and Australia’s only alpine Gondola.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver said Australia’s demand for a ski holiday at Thredbo has been remarkable, with strong bookings expected.

“We are excited to welcome guests to the mountain this winter and are committed to providing Australia’s best snow experience. The resort has already received a large number of enquiries for our winter passes showing us that the demand for a snow holiday at Thredbo is certainly high.”

To ensure Thredbo can deliver a world-class snow experience for all guests, on and off the mountain, Thredbo will continue to manage daily capacity and some peak season dates are expected to sell out.

“Our number one priority is to offer an exceptional customer experience. We encourage guests to plan their visit early, book in advance and be flexible with travel dates to avoid disappointment,” Mr Diver said.

PRODUCT, PRICING & ON SALE DATES

The official 2022 winter season will start on 11 June (subject to snow conditions).

2022 day passes will be priced from $179 for adults and $95 for kids, with full pricing and product information available from early March when day passes, rental and lessons will be available for purchase.

Winter season passes will start from $1359 for adults and $819 for kids and are now available for purchase. Thredbo has the option of four season passes: Premium Season Pass, Premium Season Pass + Ikon Base Pass, Value Season Pass (excludes 2 – 17 July school holidays), and Midweek Value Season Pass (excludes weekends and 2 – 17 July school holidays).

New for 2022, Thredbo’s Premium Season Pass + Ikon Base Pass includes all the benefits of a Thredbo Premium Season Pass plus a 22/23 Ikon Base Pass, unlocking unlimited access to Thredbo’s 2022 winter, plus access to 43 global destinations over five continents. This is excellent value for the skier and snowboarder who intends to ride at Thredbo, as well as some of the world’s best domestic and international destinations.

For guests intending to visit eight days or more throughout the season, Thredbo recommends a season pass which offers greater value for money. Like day passes, a season pass provides access to Thredbo’s network of lifts, including Australia’s only alpine gondola, plus a huge variety of terrain for all skill levels, including Australia’s longest run, Supertrail and Australia’s highest lifted point.

A limited number of season passes are now available for purchase, with day passes, rental and lessons available for purchase from early March. Guests should follow Thredbo social media channels and subscribe to the Thredbo e-newsletter for announcements on the upcoming releases.

THE THREDBO 2022 EXPERIENCES, EVENTS, ENTERTAINMENT & MORE

To enhance the customers’ experience in 2022 Thredbo will offer Australia’s best and most diverse range of unique experiences both on and off the mountain. Winter 2022 will see Thredbo bring back the incredible village atmosphere it’s renowned for, with a full calendar of events including live entertainment and après events, kid’s festivals, skiing and snowboarding events, terrain parks and a series of unique on-mountain experiences.

Winter Experiences Taken to New Heights

Thredbo’s unique on-mountain experiences are making their return this winter, including the once-in-a-lifetime Sunrise Sessions, Merritts Mountain Haus Feasts and the deluxe Kareela Hutte Dinners via snowcat.

New in 2022, the word “exclusive” will be taken up a notch with the introduction of Thredbo’s Kareela Supper Club presented by G.H.Mumm. The Saturday night experience will see guests travel up the Merritts Gondola, be transported to Thredbo’s iconic Kareela Hutte by a passenger snowcat before watching the Saturday night Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular with champagne and canapes in-hand.

 On-Snow Action

Thredbo’s huge range of on-snow events will be back with a competition for every type of rider. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the iconic Top to Bottom, Australia’s richest, fastest and longest downhill race for skiers and snowboarders. Other events filling up the on-snow calendar will be the five-part competition Thredbo Snow Series, the 8th Annual Transfer Banked Slalom and the kids favourite, Torah Bright Mini Shred.

Off-Mountain Magic in the Village

The action will not only be kept to the slopes this winter, with the 2022 calendar looking bigger than ever. All the favourite après events will be back, including the G.H.Mumm Long Lunch and the exciting return of the Vintage Après Ski Soirée, First Base. The famous festival-style music series presented by Canadian Club will be nothing short of the best après sessions in the Australian Alps this winter with a huge line-up of Australia’s best artists.

Thredbo Village has over 30 places to relax, sip and dine, a range of shopping options, plenty of accommodation, and fireworks and flare runs every weekend for the whole family.

Enhancements for 2022

Over the summer, Thredbo has upgraded parts of the resort to make this winter bigger and better for all guests. Increasing the amount of snow coverage at the dedicated beginners’ area and across the mountain, Friday Flat will have six new fixed snowmaking guns and four mobile snowmaking guns added to the already significant snowmaking fleet. In addition, Thredbo has a new Easy Rider T-Bar in the Cruiser Area that will increase rider capacity by over 35% for winter 2022.

To book season passes please visit the shop at thredbo.com.au. Guests can follow Thredbo’s Facebook and Instagram pages and subscribe to our newsletter here to keep updated on the release of our day passes, rentals and lessons in early March.

Thredbo is a 2.5 hour drive from Canberra and a 5.5 hour drive from Sydney or Melbourne.

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This summer, the resort is holding three free live music performances at the Merritts Music Bowl as part of the Thredbo Music Series.

 THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 20 January 2022–

• Thredbo Music Series is a set of free live music concerts over three huge Saturdays this summer at the Merritts Music Bowl.
• The first act to kick it off will be The Delta Riggs this Saturday 22 January, followed by Kingswood on 19 February and Pete Murray on 12 March.
• Each event is free with a valid lift pass and is run in accordance with our COVID-19 Operating Plan and the current NSW Health guidelines.

Thredbo Music Series is bringing live music back to the mountains this summer, with a host of artists set to let it rock from the mountain top! The free concerts will be held over three Saturdays at the top of Merritts Gondola in the Merritts Music Bowl and are all about bringing back the good times with family and friends and listening to top-notch musicians.

The Merritts Music Bowl is Thredbo’s new home of live music. Located at Merritts Mountain House, guests travel up Australia’s only alpine gondola, Merritts Gondola, to reach the natural amphitheatre boasting stunning views of the Snowy Mountains.

After a day of mountain biking and hiking, guests can soak up the live music whilst relaxing on BYO picnic blankets and camping chairs while enjoying an array of delicious food and beverage offerings.

Kicking things off this Saturday 22 January will be The Delta Riggs. Fresh off the back of their sold-out Australian Modern Pressure tour — the bands critically acclaimed 4th album — The Delta Riggs charged into 2020, supporting Sticky Fingers across a widespread New Zealand Arena tour. They’ve promised to deliver their enchanting, disco fuelled form of ‘Brit-Hop’ and fan favourites from across all releases.

The second act of the series will be the Melbourne band Kingswood. Since the ARIA-nominated Microscopic Wars put Kingswood on the national radar in 2014, the band has had countless sold-out tours, won ARIA Gold Accreditations and song writing awards, toured with AC/DC and Aerosmith and created a total of five eclectic and critically acclaimed albums to date. Kingwood will take to the stage on 19 February.

The series will close with the Aussie crowd favourite, Pete Murray, who will descend on Thredbo on 12 March. He’ll be bringing brand new music in the shape of his forthcoming single release, Hold Me Steady, which will be released early this year. Pete Murray is a set not to be missed, featuring new tracks and some of his classic hits.

Events and Partnerships Manager, Damian Goninan said he is excited to be bringing live music back to Thredbo.

“We are very thrilled to have launched the Thredbo Music Series this summer. Hosting such a strong line-up of incredible artists in a new and unique venue is raising the bar in the world of Australian concerts,” Mr Goninan said.

Thredbo Music Series concerts are free events with a valid lift pass. Merritts Mountain House is a licensed venue selling food and alcohol.

The event will be run in compliance with current NSW Health COVID-19 restrictions and in accordance with Thredbo’s COVID-19 Operating Plan that has been developed under the advice of NSW Health.

To purchase a lift pass or find out more information, head to thredbo.com.au.

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Let the kids run free at Thredbo’s Kids Summer Adventure Festival.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 16 December 2021 –

• The Kids Summer Adventure Festival is the perfect time for a family getaway in Thredbo these Christmas school holidays.
• The Festival will run over three weeks from 24 December – 15 January, with a range of free activities to entertain the whole family.
• Activities include treasure hunts, kids’ mountain bike races, arts and crafts, rock-climbing and more!

There’s something for everyone at Thredbo these school holidays with the Kids Summer Adventure Festival kicking off on 24 December through until 15 January. The Festival is the perfect school holiday getaway with free activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Starting with carols and a Santa visit on Christmas Eve, the three weeks to follow are packed with a mix of outdoor and indoor activities to keep even the most energetic kids busy, with plenty of fun activities for Mum and Dad.

Thredbo Events & Partnerships Manager Damian Goninan said the Kids Summer Adventure Festival will bring a smile to everyone’s face in Thredbo these school holidays.

“The Kids Summer Adventure Festival is always such a hit with families who are looking for an adventurous holiday over Christmas period. We’re so excited to be able to offer a full range of great activities for the whole family,” Mr Goninan said.

Daily activities include nature bingo, giant games, slackline fun, trampoline and alpine bungee sessions, and entire family challenges like the Thredbo Amazing Race, where families can discover Thredbo Village by following clues to find the hidden treasure.

There will also be face painting, arts and crafts, tree planting, movie nights, K7 Bouldering Clinics, mountain bike clinics, Sendy Tiny Tots Bike Races and kids Pump Track and skatepark sessions all on selected days. Endo the Clown will be making an appearance over New Years and the Flying Fruit Fly Circus will also be coming to town.

As Australia’s mecca for mountain biking and hiking, there is a huge list of outdoor activities for the whole family outside of the Carnival. Thredbo MTB Park has over 35km of mountain bike trails catering to all ages and abilities. Thanks to the Thredbo Retail & Rental store, the launch of the Thredbo MTB School and the unveiling of the new entry-level trail Sidewinder, everyone will be confidently shredding the gravity trails in no time.

Thredbo is also home to Australia’s highest hikes, with the family-friendly hike to Mt Kosciuszko the perfect day activity for Mum, Dad and the kids. The Merritts Gondola will be running every day during the school holidays giving scenic passengers and mountain bikers access to Merritts Mountain House — an ideal place for lunch with a view.

Off the mountain, adults can enjoy live music sessions and a range of drinking and dining options, all while the kids tire themselves out with all the fun they could ask for.

Click here to find out more information about Thredbo’s Kids Summer Adventure Festival. To book accommodation or check out our range of activities, head to thredbo.com.au.

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The first event of the Thredbo Gravity Series kicked off over the weekend, setting the stage for a huge summer ahead!

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 13 December 2021 –

• Event number one of the Thredbo Gravity Series, Snowgums Sprint, was held on Sunday, 12 December.
• The event included over 250 competitors from 18 different categories ranging from U13 to Master 50+.
• Tim Eaton won the fastest time of the day, completing the course in just 6 minutes and 20 seconds!

On Sunday the 12th of December, crowds of spectators and locals flocked to Thredbo’s Mountain Bike Park to watch racers compete in the first event of the Thredbo Gravity Series, Snowgums Sprint. Over 250 racers competed across 18 different categories of all abilities and ages. As the name suggests, the event was all about speed.

Starting at Bunny Walk Station, competitors raced against the stopwatch to try and clock up the fastest time down the second half of the Kosciuszko Flow Trail. Impressive times were flying around from all competitors, with some of the younger racers giving the pro’s a run for their money!

The current Downhill Australian National Champion, Sian A’Hern, was crowned the winner of Open Women, completing the sprint in 7 minutes and 3 seconds. Tim Eaton, who’s been crowned King of Cannonball multiple times, won the Open Men’s with a time of just 6 minutes and 20 seconds.

Thredbo Mountain Bike Manager, Daniel Taliana said the day was a huge success and was great to see the whole community involved.

“Snowgums Sprint is all about fitness and skill. The person with the most gas in the tank is the one who ends up on the podium. That’s what I love about Thredbo Gravity Series; it brings out the best riders in the business whilst also involving riders of all ages and abilities. After such an action-packed day, we can’t wait for the rest of the series across the summer,” Mr Taliana said.

Thredbo Gravity Series is a five-round, summer-long competition that sees competitors fight for series points. With the first round now completed, Ricochet Rumble and Pump Track Party are the next two events to be held on 16 January 2022. This will be followed by Supertrail Scramble on 6 March and Chainless Champs on 24 April.

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Thredbo’s long-awaited MTB Opening Weekend kicked off with a bang, with over 1,000 mountain bikers hitting the trails over two massive days.

 THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 29 November 2021 –

• Thredbo’s Mountain Bike Park is officially open with lifts set to spin all the way through to 25 April 2022.
• The weekend saw over 1,000 mountain bikers hit the 35km+ of gravity trails offered at Thredbo MTB Park.
• The resort’s newest gravity trail, Sidewinder made its debut becoming a huge hit amongst mountain bikers of all abilities.
• Glorious conditions on Sunday attracted over 450 hikers to Thredbo, many of them summiting Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko.

Thredbo’s Mountain Bike Park opened with a bang welcoming over 1,000 mountain bikers to the trails over one huge weekend. To see all the action, you can find all of our social assets here. To see photo evidence of the action, click here.

You could feel the excitement in the air on Saturday morning as groups of mountain bikers waited patiently for the lifts to start spinning. None of them even noticed the rain, as riders of all abilities raced to get that downhill thrill.

Opening day on Saturday 26 November, saw beginners, intermediates, and advanced riders hit the trails with the mud adding an extra element of fun. Sunday only got better as the weather put on a show attracting mountain bikers from far and wide to the park.

“After a week of snow and rain threatening the opening, it was a relief to see the rain ease by Friday afternoon. After the call was made to open, we witnessed an extraordinary opening weekend,” explained Daniel Taliana, Thredbo Mountain Biking Manager.

“The Merritts Gondola was the showstopper, giving riders direct access to the highly regarded and successful trail, Sidewinder. We’ve definitely raised the bar and we are looking forward to a stellar summer in Thredbo,” Mr Taliana said.

Thredbo’s newest gravity trail, Sidewinder quickly became one of the most popular trails on the mountain, with beginners loving the flowing berms and the pros enjoying the range of new natural features.

Thredbo’s signature trail, Cannonball Downhill was a weekend favourite amongst the pros as the trail littered with rock armouring and technical features offered up a challenge.

For the intermediates, Ricochet didn’t disappoint. Thanks to some trail building magic, the trail gave riders some cool line options and rock rolls. Kosciuszko Flow turned up the speed dial, and although the upper section remained wet, it was running firm and fast by mid-mountain.

The weekend was also perfect for hiking, with many making the most of the sunny day on Sunday by summitting Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko.

Kids loved the Alpine Bobsled and Bungee Trampolines, and the village came alive with movie screenings of Long Live Chainsaw, live entertainment and plenty of dining and drinking options. The side of Thredbo River was packed with families, locals and tourists who lapped up the sun, enjoying the feeling of being outdoors in the open alpine air.

Thredbo MTB Park is open until 25 April 2022. For more information on all the activities and events offered this summer, head to Thredbo.com.au.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Thredbo Resort is inviting students and schools from all over the country to register for the 2022 Australian MTB Interschools.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 23 November 2021 –

• Australian Mountain Biking Interschools is a national five-day mountain bike event bringing students and schools to Thredbo from all over the country.
• The event held between 23 March and 27 March 2022 aims to promote participation and evoke interest in competitive biking in the younger generation.
• Students can compete in a variety of disciplines including Cross Country, Downhill, Flow, Pump Track and All-Mountain.

As mountain biking booms in Australia, Thredbo is doing its part to encourage the younger generation to experience the downhill thrill of mountain biking by holding the 22nd Australian Mountain Biking Interschools.

MTB Interschools gives students the chance to challenge their friends in various mountain biking events in a competitive, educational and supportive environment.

Hundreds of students from a range of schools are set to descend on Thredbo between Wednesday 23 March and Sunday 27 March 2022. Five disciplines of mountain biking will be held over the five days including Cross Country, Downhill, Flow, Pump Track & All-Mountain.

MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle remembers competing in Australian MTB Interschools when he was in school and said the event has become bigger each year.

“It’s exciting to see a growing interest in mountain biking from the younger generation. MTB Interschools is a great way for students and schools to join together and share their passion for mountain biking over five days of action-packed events. It’s a time where kids can have a great time with their friends while participating in some healthy competition,” Mr Windshuttle said.

Individual students and schools can register now by clicking here. To find out more information, head to thredbo.com.au.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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The Thredbo Gravity Series returns this summer with mountain bikers competing in five huge rounds to win a tonne of cash and prizes.

THREDBO RESORT, NSW – 9 November 2021 –

• The Thredbo Gravity Series is a mountain bike competition held over summer from December through to April which sees riders fight for series points on a creative mix of Thredbo’s gravity trails.
• The series is open for amateur and professional riders with categories for all ages from U13 to Masters 50+ for male and female riders.
• With multiple categories and an overall series winner there’s a tonne of cash and prizes up for grabs.
• Snowgums Sprint is the first series event and kicks off on 12 December 2021.

The Thredbo Gravity Series returns in 2021 with a format of five unique rounds that will test the skills and stamina of mountain bike competitors across a variety of terrain. The series is all about having fun with your mates but make no mistake — this is a competition with a stack of cash and prizes up for grabs. Riders will fight for series points across Thredbo’s main gravity trails with a pump track challenge added to the mix.

The series is open to amateurs and pros alike with categories for all ages from U13 through to Masters 50+ for men and women.

Round 1 on 12 December 2021 is the Snowgums Sprint and is known as the shortest yet toughest race of the series.

Round 2 on 16 January 2022 will see riders using their gravity skills for the Ricochet Rumble as they navigate the flowing berms of the popular Ricochet Trail. On the same day, Round 3 will find out who still has the legs with an afternoon pump track session as riders need to generate speed across rollers and banked turns without relying on pedalling. The fastest lap time will take top honours at the Pump Track Party.

The Supertrail Scramble on 6 March 2022 is Round Four and will consist of racers flying down a mix of the best and most manageable sections of both the Cannonball Downhill and Kosciuszko Flow.

The final round is the Chainless Champs on 24 April where competitors remove their chain before pumping and holding speed down a 400m vertical race course from the start of Centre Link to the Valley Terminal base station.

The rider with the most points across all rounds in each category will be crowned the Gravity Series champ! Individual event entry costs $45 while all-event entry costs $199. Pre-registration is required. Competitor passes don’t include lift passes.

Click here for full event details and to register. For more information please visit thredbo.com.au.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Australia’s biggest, richest and most prestigious gravity mountain bike event will return in 2022 with a $100k prize pool up for grabs.

• Cannonball MTB Festival Presented by Boost Mobile is Australia’s biggest mountain bike event and will return 8 – 12 February 2022.
• World Champions, rising stars and amateurs of all ages will have their chance to be crowned the Boost Mobile King or Queen of Cannonball, plus the chance to share a massive $100,000 in cash and prizes.
• The event consists of five huge events: Oakley Australian Open Downhill, Fox Flow Motion Cup, Deity Whip Wars, ROCKSHOX Pump Track Challenge and Osprey All-Mountain Assault.
• Cannonball MTB Festival Presented by Boost Mobile will feature an awesome line-up of entertainment, DJ’s and live gigs with a huge party on Saturday to send the festival off in style.

Australia’s biggest and richest gravity inspired mountain bike festival will return to Thredbo in 2022. Cannonball MTB Festival sets the standard for mountain bike competition and for its 8th appearance will feature a huge line-up of events and non-stop entertainment all week long.

The festival boasts five huge gravity inspired mountain bike events giving riders their chance to take home a share of the massive $100K+ in cash and prizes. Competitors can also fight for the greatest honour of the week – to be the best of the best across all events and crowned the Boost Mobile King or Queen of Cannonball.

New for 2022 there will be updated schedule changes including the prestigious Oakley Australian Open Downhill taking place on Saturday afternoon followed by the finale event, the crowd favourite Deity Whip Wars. There are 20 categories in each event ranging from groms in under 13’s to the most experienced over 50’s, meaning the Cannonball MTB Festival caters to all and is a great introduction to mountain bike competitions right through to through to the biggest name pro’s.

The action doesn’t limit itself to the race tracks with the famous Thredbo nightlife kicking into gear with an impressive line-up of entertainment all weekend thanks to Australia’s best artists playing until late including a massive party and live music taking centre stage on Saturday night.

After missing out on holding the festival last year, MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said he is excited for the 8th Cannonball event to be bigger and better than ever before.

“After not being able to hold the festival last year, riders and fans have never been so keen to get to Thredbo and join the biggest mountain bike festival in Australia. For 2022 we have enhanced the schedule to ensure a more structured event to cater for the 1000+ riders expected to descend on Thredbo. Cannonball has and always will be for the riders and with the biggest names in the sport now confirmed to be attending it is set to be a massive week,” Mr Windshuttle said.

Australian National Downhill Champion and Thredbo Local, Sian A’Hern has been crowned Queen of Cannonball three times and said she is excited to come back to Thredbo and defend her crown, aiming for four in a row.

“I am thrilled that the Thredbo Cannonball MTB Festival has made its return in 2022. With growing numbers of people riding throughout Australia and because of all the challenges of the past 12 to 18 months, this Cannonball Festival is going to be bigger and better than ever. I can’t wait to see what it has in store,” Ms A’Hern said.

World number four in Downhill MTB and five times Australian Open Downhill Winner, Troy Brosnan also shared his excitement in getting back to the mountain.

“I’m excited to get back to Cannonball MTB Festival with the ease of the chairlift and also back to racing! It feels like the first major race since Covid-19 hit and it will be a great time right before National Champs,” Mr Brosnan said.

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Oakley Australian Open Downhill | Saturday 12 February

The Oakley Australian Open Downhill will be raced on Thredbo’s famous Cannonball Downhill the old school way, meaning we will include the upper fast and furious fire road. Riders will then be thrown into a technical masterpiece comprising of rocky chutes, booters, slippery roots and high-speed straights with speeds not dissimilar to those found on your average World Cup course. This event also boasts the biggest pay day for any downhill race in Australia.

Fox Flow Motion Cup | Thursday 10 and Friday 11 February

The Fox Flow Motion Cup will see the Fox Flow Motion Cup go down on Thredbo’s famous 5km Kosciuszko Flow Trail. Not super technical, this race requires a fit efficient type of rider. A stack of steep banked berms and rolling traverses ensures that cornering and pedalling ability will be paramount. The Fox Flow Motion Cup is also a great introduction to gravity racing.

Deity Whip Wars | Saturday 12 February

The crowd pleasing and fan favourite Deity Whip Wars will again hit centre stage Saturday afternoon, with some of the greatest mountain bikers of all time sending it sideways on the super booter in the heart of the event village. This event is invite only and the best of the best will be receiving their invites in the mail. The biggest ‘moto style’ whip brought back will take the honours with bonus points going to riders that sent it past 90 degrees. A crowd-pleasing trick will also earn you some cold hard cash from the judges!

ROCKSHOX Pump Track Challenge | Friday 11 February

Get ready for the Rockshox Pump Track Challenge on Friday. See Thredbo’s Pump Track on the Village Green in full flight as the smooth momentum masters set the perfectly sculpted course on fire. A test of ultimate skill and stamina, as riders pump, double and manual around the course without a single pedal stroke. Riders will lay down a qualifying run on Friday morning, with the top riders going through to the night time final racing in a head 2 head dual format.

Osprey All-Mountain Assault | Wednesday 9 February

The Osprey All-Mountain Assault returns to 1800m above sea level from the top of the Gunbarrel Express Chairlift. The iron men and women of mountain biking will embark on a gruelling 7km undulating descent on a trail designed for a short travel mountain bike. The Osprey All-Mountain Assault course has everything a rounded rider could ask for, technical descents, natural obstacles, smaller jump options and pinch climbs to push even the most avid enduro purist.

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Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Summer is set to shine in the Snowy Mountains. Thredbo, Australia’s premier adventure destination offers everything from mountain biking to hiking on the roof of Australia.

• Thredbo is the ultimate adventure summer destination boasting a stack of activities for everyone to enjoy.
• New this summer, Thredbo will unveil an entry-level mountain bike trail designed for those new to gravity mountain biking called “Sidewinder”.
• The Merritts Gondola will also be accessible to mountain bikers and scenic passengers on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and during school holiday periods, and the resort will be launching the Thredbo MTB School.
• Thredbo has Australia’s premier mountain bike park offering the only lift-accessed trails in the country.
• Thredbo is home to Australia’s most scenic hiking trails and is the gateway to the iconic Mt Kosciuszko, Australia’s highest peak.
• Thredbo’s events calendar is bigger than ever boasting a huge line up of events such as the iconic Cannonball Festival, Yoga and Wellness Retreats, Kids Adventure Festivals, an exciting new concert series featuring some of Australia’s best artists and more!

Summer is here and now more than ever people are excited to visit the outdoors. Thredbo is Australia’s premier adventure destination and is home to Australia’s only lift-accessed mountain bike park, some of the country’s best hikes, a HUGE calendar of events, live music and activities.

Ride Australia’s premier mountain bike park.

Thredbo Mountain Bike (MTB) Park is Australia’s premier biking destination with the only lift-accessed trails in the country. The park will open from 20 November 2021 to 25 April 2022, offering over 35km of bike trails for everyone from first-timers to pros.

The Thredbo MTB Park includes a series of downhill, flow and cross-country trails and has features such as berms, gaps, rock drops, technical single-track riding with plenty of variation and obstacles to navigate, plus a pump track and skills park for all ages.

For the first time since opening in 2020, Australia’s Only Alpine Gondola – Merritts Gondola – will be open to mountain bikers and foot passengers providing easy access to Merritts Mountain House and the lower half of the All-Mountain Trail.

Thredbo is excited to unveil their newest trail, “Sidewinder”, an entry-level gravity mountain bike trail perfect for those new to the sport. The beginner green 2.7km trail begins near the top of Merritts Gondola and links with either the home trail to Friday Flat or Valley Terminal.

MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said the trail is an excellent introduction to the mountain bike park but is also a lot of fun for all levels of riders.

“It’s really exciting to be able to offer options for all levels of gravity mountain bikers this summer. The trail is a machine-built flow trail that will take riders on a roller coaster-like experience, requiring little pedalling and braking. The trail features deep flowing berms, rolling terrain and some small features to test your skills,” said Mr Windshuttle.

Guests can purchase a one-day adult Mountain Bike ticket from $89. This summer, buy your lift passes seven or more days in advance online and save up to 15%.

The Thredbo MTB School will be offering 2-hour Learn to Ride lessons for those 7 years and over for just $49, and clinics for intermediates and advanced from $79.

Thredbo Retail and Rental offers an extensive range of the latest gravity focused enduro and downhill bikes from Norco, plus e-bikes, recreational mountain bikes and all the protective gear needed for a day up the hill.

Incredible hikes on the roof of Australia

Thredbo is home to some of Australia’s most scenic hiking trails with over 20 hikes throughout the Snowy Mountains offering views of glacial lakes, unique flora and fauna and mountains as far as the eye can see.

It’s also where people from all over come to tick off a unique bucket list item – to summit Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko. The 13-kilometre family-friendly journey gives people the chance to stand on the roof of Australia and take in some of the best views in the country.

Choose to explore the mountains yourself or join one of Thredbo’s Guided Hikes run by knowledgeable local guides who are focused on providing an educational, fun and informative experience.

There is a range of different guided hikes to join, including moderately paced family-oriented hikes like the Kosciuszko Summit Hike, to hikes that take you through the high, windswept regions way amongst the tallest peaks in the country; such as the Mt Townsend Hike.

There is no better way to get to know our high country, with its beautiful wild flowers, unique landscapes and stunning and rugged peaks, than to get amongst them with a knowledgeable guide leading the way.

Thredbo is excited to announce that in 2021 the resort achieved 10 years of ECO Certification with Ecotourism Australia. This means guests can get to know our high country with minimal impact on the environment.

The summer hiking season in Thredbo is open until 25 April 2022. Most of the alpine hiking trails start from the top of the resort which can be accessed via the Kosciuszko Express chairlift. Adult scenic passenger day passes start from $49.

A HUGE line-up of events, live music and activities

Apart from filling your schedule with a series of fun outdoor activities, a huge range of exciting music, adventure, action and family-friendly events are happening all summer long.

Cannonball Mountain Festival Presented by Boost Mobile

After a two-year hiatus, Australia’s biggest gravity inspired mountain bike festival, Cannonball, is back. The 5-day event kicking off on 8 February 2022 is renowned for setting the highest standard for mountain bike competitions in the country.

Catering for amateurs, rising stars and World Champions of all ages, the festival gives competitors the chance to take home a share of the massive $100k+ in cash & prizes, solidifying itself as the richest Australian mountain bike event in history.

Event entries will be announced soon on thredbo.com.au. Guests can book to stay in the heart of the action and save 20% off accommodation with Thredbo Alpine Hotel’s 5 for 4 Deal.

Thredbo Music Series

Australia’s highest music series, Thredbo Music Series, will feature three huge events over summer bringing back those long-missed afternoon music vibes up at Merritts Mountain House. The series will kick off with the British Punk band, The Delta Riggs, on 22 January 2022.

These events will be the perfect time to get out the picnic blanket, relish in the afternoon sunshine and enjoy the sounds of live music in the mountains. This is a free event for all guests with a valid lift pass.

Thredbo Gravity Series

Thredbo is also where the best of the best in the mountain biking world come to compete in the Thredbo Gravity Series. Six rounds of racing will see competitors fight for series points on a creative mix of Thredbo’s main gravity trails to earn the honour of being crowned that year’s winner. Registrations coming soon.

Thredbo Blues Festival

Get ready to shake, boogie, rock ‘n roll because the Thredbo Blues Festival is back for its 27th year, bursting with a huge line-up of live music. The festival held from 28 – 30 January 2022 will feature three full days of nonstop blues, good food, wine and awesome times.

Ray Beadle & The Hi Tones, Nathan Cavaleri, Lloyd Speigel, Fiona Boyes Band and Foreday Riders are just a handful of amazing artists on the packed line-up.

A limited number of early bird festival passes are now on sale, costing $159 per adult. Full priced festival passes will be $189 per adult. Full weekend passes also include free chairlift and Gondola access from noon on Friday to 4pm Sunday. For more information and to book head to thredbo.com.au.

Kids Summer Adventure Festival

Over the festive period kids will be spoilt in Thredbo with a stack of fun activities as part of the Kids Summer Adventure Festival. Families can enjoy treasure hunts, kids’ mountain bike races, arts and crafts, rock-climbing, face painting and lots more. The event is primarily free – find family-friendly accommodation and deals here.

And the fun doesn’t stop there!

Off the mountain there is a stack of different activities with something for everyone. Thredbo boasts a family-friendly 700m Alpine Bobsled track that twists and turns its way down the mountain whilst you control the speed with a brake on your sled.

If adrenaline is not your thing, Thredbo’s Yoga and Wellness Retreats offer a truly unique schedule of activities for all levels of yoga practice in the heart of Australia’s highest mountains.

Or maybe you’re keen on an active day without the thrill? Thredbo has a 9-hole golf course in the centre of the village, also doubling as Disc Golf Course.

Other activities include Alpine Bungee Trampolines, fly fishing in the Thredbo River, tennis courts, a skate park and the Thredbo Leisure Centre offering an Olympic-sized swimming pool and waterslide, the Mission Inflatable, sports hall, weights gym, bouldering wall and squash courts.

Whatever your summer activity looks like, Thredbo has you covered. Head to thredbo.com.au to plan your summer adventure today.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Get ready to shake, boogie, rock ‘n roll because the Thredbo Blues Festival is back for its 27th year bursting with three days of nonstop live music.

• Thredbo Blues Festival is back for its 27th year.
• The soulful tunes of blues will fill the air of Thredbo Village from 28 to 30 January 2022.

A massive line-up of talented blues artists will make their way to the Snowy Mountains to join the Thredbo Blues Festival between 28 – 30 January 2022. Three days of the best of the blues, good food, wine and awesome times is set to bring blues revellers and festival goers from near and far.

Blues lovers will love the intimate feel of the festival as fans can experience over 60 performances from more than 20 different acts up close and personal as they fill the bars, restaurants and spectacular outdoor venues in Thredbo Village.

Thredbo Blues Festival Organiser, Jen Wilson said she is excited to see the festival make a comeback after being cancelled last year due to restrictions.

“I cannot wait to hear some great live music filling the Valley again, centred in our beautiful Thredbo Village. Thredbo Blues Festival 2022 boasts an amazing line-up of exceptional blues artists, combined with a vibrant village atmosphere. We are all set to stage an unforgettable festival in January 2022,” Ms Wilson said.

This year’s celebration features a blues honour roll of artists. Ray Beadle & The Hi Tones will return by popular demand, along with Lloyd Speigel, Fiona Boyes Band and Foreday Riders.

Thredbo crowd favourites 19 Twenty will be back with their raging live performances, and the rocking Simon Kinny Lewis Band will be bringing back the ultimate blues vibes. Darren Jack Band, Steve Edmonds, Mitch Grainger, The Sun Bears, Rory Ellis, Nick Charles & Mick Pealing, Mike Elrington are just a handful of other amazing artists on the packed line up.

The festival is not just for the blues fans. Music lovers, festival-goers and families will all love the vibe of the village over this weekend as they are spoilt choice with the range of different outdoor activities on offer.

As a welcome treat, Australia’s highest restaurant, Eagles Nest is hosting a “Blues Lunch” where guests can enjoy two delightful courses with a drink on arrival. There is a range of accommodation on offer with everything from budget stays to 5-star lodges, all of which can be packaged with festival passes.

Tickets are now SOLD OUT. Children under 14 years can attend for free. Full weekend passes also include free chairlift and Gondola access from noon on Friday to 4pm Sunday.

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Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

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Experience bliss on the roof of Australia by joining one of Thredbo Resort’s Yoga and Wellness Retreats in 2022.

• Thredbo Resort’s Yoga & Wellness Retreats are back for 2022.
• The three-day retreats offer Australia’s highest yoga classes, mountain-top meditation and alpine cold-water immersion therapy to refresh and recharge guests.
• This year has seen strong demand for Wellness Retreats in the mountains as guests look to escape into nature and wide-open spaces.

Thredbo Resort’s Yoga & Wellness Retreats are back this summer offering guests the perfect relaxing summer escape. Over three days, guests can enjoy a truly unique schedule of activities for all levels of yoga practice in the heart of Australia’s highest mountains.

With accommodation right the heart of the charming Thredbo Village, the retreat includes mountain top sunrise yoga, guided hikes on the rooftop of Australia, cold water immersion in pristine rock pools, meditation and relaxation sessions, healthy meals and more.

The all-inclusive retreats are run by Jane Corben from Jindabyne Yoga Shala who has 40 years of yoga practice and is highly regarded within the yoga world. She said now more than ever people are looking to recharge and reconnect with nature.

“Everyone is keen to escape the busy city life this summer and come here to breathe in that beautiful fresh mountain air. After every retreat, you can really see the difference it makes to guests with everyone walking away feeling refreshed and re-energised,” Ms Corben said.

“On the retreat we will explore Shakti – Shakti is the pulsation of life that makes everything thrive and the mountains are the perfect environment for this. We will hike mountains and then find the balance of stillness, we will nudge our edges, then nourish ourselves, all in a stunning immersion with nature.”

Thredbo is offering three Yoga and Wellness Retreats in 2022 with limited spots available. Retreats will be held 18 – 20 February 2022, 4 – 6 March 2022 and 11 – 13 March 2022.

Each retreat includes three nights of accommodation, a scenic lift pass, activities and an all-inclusive meal plan prepared by Thredbo’s executive chef to ensure guests are fully nourished from the inside out. The program also includes lunch at Australia’s highest restaurant, Eagle’s Nest.

A single stay all-inclusive accommodation package costs $1499 per person. Twin-share accommodation packages are available.

All events are run in accordance with Thredbo’s Covid-19 Safe Operating Plan that has been developed under the advice of the NSW Government.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

To find out more about Thredbo Yoga & Wellness retreats, head to thredbo.com.au.

Mountain biking, hiking, wellness retreats and so much more… this year Thredbo Resort is ramping up for one of the biggest summers it’s ever seen.

• Thredbo Mountain Bike Park will open 20 November 2021 and run until 25 April 2022.
• Thredbo will unveil a new entry-level mountain bike trail designed for those new to gravity mountain biking called “Sidewinder”.
• New for this summer, Merritts Gondola will be accessible to mountain bikers and scenic passengers on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and during school holiday periods.
• Thredbo will launch the Thredbo MTB School offering a wider range of programs for all riders all run by certified mountain bike instructors.

Thredbo is Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination, and this summer the resort will be alive with all things outdoors including mountain biking, hiking and a huge range of events for all.

Summer in Thredbo has gone from strength to strength every season as it boasts some of Australia’s most scenic hiking trails, longest mountain biking trails, fishing, family activities and a series of iconic music and cultural events.

Thredbo’s General Manager, Stuart Diver said he was excited to welcome guests back to Australia’s alpine summer playground.

“We are so excited to launch into the 2021-22 Summer. We are seeing considerable interest from people wanting to get out of the cities and head to the mountains. Thredbo offers something for everyone; hikes to the top of the iconic Mount Kosciuszko, over 35km of mountain bike trails for all abilities and a line up of events for everyone to enjoy,” Mr Diver said.

“The health and safety of our guests, employees, and community is always our highest priority so we will continue to operate under our COVID-19 Operating Plan that has been developed under the guidance of NSW Health. As an outdoor destination, we’re fortunate to be able to adapt our operations to ensure guests receive the best outdoor experience while also feeling safe.”

A New Beginners Mountain Bike Trail and Merritts Gondola

One of Thredbo’s hero summer activities is the Thredbo Mountain Bike (MTB) Park which features the country’s only lift accessed gravity trails. Guests can explore over 35km of bike trails including downhill, flow, cross-country, plus a pump track and skills park for all ages.

This year the resort is excited to unveil their newest trail, “Sidewinder”, an entry-level gravity MTB trail designed for those new to gravity mountain biking.

MTB Business Manager, Tim Windshuttle said the trail is a great introduction to bike park gravity trails and will be accessible via Gunbarrel Express or the Merritts Gondola.

“It’s really exciting to be able to offer options for all levels of gravity mountain bikers this summer. Sidewinder will provide a lot of fun for all levels of riders from beginners through to the more advanced. We’re also excited to launch our Thredbo MTB School which will offer a range of programs for all levels with our certified MTB instructors,” Mr Windshuttle said.

For the first time since opening in 2020, Australia’s Only Alpine Gondola – Merritts Gondola – will be open to mountain bikers and foot passengers providing easy access to Merritts Mountain House and the lower half of the All-Mountain Trail.

Guests will be able to purchase a one-day adult Mountain Bike ticket from $89, or for those looking to ride more than seven days, the Mountain Bike season pass for $549 will provide the best value for money.

The Thredbo MTB School will be offering 2-hour Learn to Ride lessons for those 13 years and over for just $49, and clinics for intermediates and advanced from $79.

Thredbo Retail and Rental offers an extensive range of the latest gravity focused enduro and downhill bikes from Norco, plus e-bikes, recreational mountain bikes, and all the protective gear needed for a day up the hill.

Hikes to the Best Views in Australia!

Thredbo is home to some of Australia’s most scenic hiking trails including the iconic Mt Kosciuszko where guests of all ages and abilities can hike to Australia’s highest peak.

Over 20 hikes throughout the Snowy Mountains are waiting for hikers of all abilities offering views of glacial lakes, unique flora and fauna and mountains as far as the eye can see. Choose to explore the mountains yourself, or join one of Thredbo’s Guided Hikes run experienced local guides who are focused on providing an educational, fun and informative experience.

Thredbo is also where people come to tick off a unique item on their bucket list – to summit Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko. The 13-kilometre family-friendly journey gives people the chance to stand on the roof of Australia and take in some of the best views in the country.

Most of the alpine hiking trails start from the top of the resort which can be accessed via the Kosciuszko Express chairlift. Adult scenic passenger day passes start from $49, giving you access to the Kosciuszko Express chairlift and the Merritts Gondola.

A HUGE calendar of events, live music, and activities

Both on and off mountain, Thredbo’s summer schedule is already filled with a range of events, including wellness retreats, family events, an exciting new concert series featuring some of Australia’s best artists and Australia’s biggest mountain bike event, the Cannonball Festival.

Thredbo in summer is also the ideal place to take relaxation to new heights by joining Thredbo’s yoga and wellness retreats run by highly renowned yoga teachers who guide participants through yoga and meditation sessions in the tranquil mountains.

Other activities for the whole family include a 9-hole golf course, a disc golf course, tennis courts, Alpine Bobsled, Springfree Trampolines, abseiling, Alpine Bungee Tramps and the Thredbo Leisure Centre which has a gym, pool, sports hall and squash court.

The beautiful Thredbo River winding right through the center of the village is home to some of the wildest trout in Australia – perfect for fly fishing enthusiasts. The water’s edge is the perfect place for families to have picnics and relax after a big day in the mountain.

Whatever your summer activity looks like, Thredbo has you covered. Head to thredbo.com.au to plan your summer adventure today.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

With world-class snow conditions, a series of brand new on-mountain experiences, and an unbeatable vibe in the village… Thredbo’s short but sweet 2021 season already has us excited for next winter!

It was all go from the beginning thanks to Mother Nature delivering 60cm of fresh snow before opening weekend bringing in great early season conditions and anticipation for the winter ahead like never before.

Over the months that followed, consistent storms provided incredible conditions offering riders of all abilities powder days that will be forever etched into their memories.

Thredbo’s General Manager, Stuart Diver explained that even though we were in lockdown for a month of the season due to the Covid-19 lockdown, the resort was still able to offer guests an incredible winter experience.

“While Winter 2021 didn’t end exactly how we had hoped, during the time we were open, guests who were lucky enough to visit enjoyed incredible conditions with the highest snow depth measured at Spencer’s Creek in July in 21 years.

“It was also the first winter we rolled out a series of unique on-mountain experiences including Sunrise Sessions where guests enjoyed first tracks at first light, Merritts Mountain House dinners accessed by Merritts Gondola and Kareela Hutte snowcat dinners,” Mr Diver said.

The event schedule was packed all winter with everything from the July Kids Snow Festival to a range of exciting après events such as live music from a variety of acts and DJ sets on and off the mountain.

The Torah Bright Mini Shred kicked off the on-snow schedule attracting mini shredders who were keen to learn the tricks of the park from Torah and a star-studded line-up of professionals.

The first two events of Snow Series were a real hit with Rail Jam and Ridercross challenging the skills of the best in the business. The iconic Top to Bottom provided an adrenaline filled competition which had racers nervous and spectators on the edge of their seats.

The 7th annual Transfer Banked Slalom was massive with over 250 snowboarders showing up to the Wild West party. From pro’s to mini shredders, all riders held on the reins and didn’t let go sending it down the savage custom-built boardercross course to be crowned the winner of this iconic day.

It wasn’t all fun in resort as Backcountry Tours supported by The North Face took guests to new heights with experienced guides sharing some of the best off-piste riding out in untouched terrain.

Off the mountain, guests were overwhelmed with the choice of exceptional food and wine at the variety of restaurants, other fun activities including disc golf, a waterslide, squash courts and more, plus weekly fireworks and flare runs to entertain the whole family.

To many people’s surprise, skiers and snowboarders were treated with one last precious week of riding, and what a week it was! Over 30cm of fresh snow fell over the final week of September offering incredible spring riding – a great way to finish.

As the resort now dives headfirst into summer, ready to offer guests a range of summer outdoor activities including mountain biking, hiking, wellness retreats, Mr Diver said they’re already planning a bigger and better winter next year.

“While it was an unpredictable winter, Thredbo continued to keep the health and safety of our guests as our top priority while still delivering an excellent experience for the guests who could visit us.

“For those who were unable to visit us this winter, rest assured we are already busy planning for an even bigger and better winter 2022 and we cannot wait to welcome everyone back,” explained Mr Diver.

Adrenaline-filled racing, a sunrise breakfast and champagne showers, the Thredbo Top to Bottom has made a triumphant return.

• The Thredbo Top to Bottom is in its 29^th
• 200 competitors in eight categories lined up at dawn to compete in one of Australia’s most iconic downhill races.
• The 3.2-kilometre downhill course was hard and fast, with racers navigating, gates, straights and other competitors.
• Slope-side restaurant Kareela Hutte played host to The Mumm Top to Bottom Champagne Breakfast.

As the sun began to rise over a rosé hued alpine, competitors lined up, boards and skis in hand, for a fast and furious race down the infamous Supertrail in Thredbo. The course was fresh and challenging while the competition was high with racers wanting a piece of the $25,000 worth of cash and prizes. The Top to Bottom saw a spectacular start to its 29th year.

The Thredbo Top to Bottom is a 3.2-kilometre downhill race where competitors make a 100-metre dash before strapping in for a fast-paced blast to the bottom, dropping 600 vertical metres navigating, gates, straights and other racers.

Speaking of the 2021 event, Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver stated, “It is just the best day of the year. I went on a safety run, coming down at 6:30 AM when the light was just coming up, it was amazing. The course was incredible, they have done a great job. It’s super fast and super fun”.

200 competitors across eight categories boarded lifts at dawn with smiles and high energy. The exhilarating atmosphere continued well after the sun had risen, with racers and spectators alike sporting smiles into the morning. Following her race in the Open Women Ski event, Charlotte Murphy said, “It’s been a great day here in Thredbo for Top to Bottom. We missed a few seasons so we are so pumped to be back. Nice fast turns, great day, big run, smiles all round.” When asked about her second-place result, “I am so hyped… couldn’t be happier”.

In the Masters Women Ski, Gayle Pugh competed in her first ever Top to Bottom. Speaking of her experience she said, “I wanted to do it before I was 70… It was just the best race on the perfect day.” She made sure to mention she will be back to compete again on her 70th year.

For those that prefer to cheer from the sidelines, Kareela Hutte opened its slope-side doors for onlookers to enjoy The Mumm Top to Bottom Champagne Breakfast. For those that prefer to cheer from the sidelines, Kareela Hutte opened its slope-side doors for onlookers to enjoy The Mumm Top to Bottom Champagne Breakfast. Offering access to the mountain at 7am, guests cheered on competitors from the famous outdoor deck before taking sunrise pictures a plenty.

Down the mountain, spectators took to the ropes to congratulate competitors on the finish line. Charlotte Otley-Noe woke early to join one of the many early-risers, supporting several of her friends competing in the Open Women Snowboard. She said, “It’s Top to Bottom and it’s a time, the girls are on! I am here to watch the race and the ladies come down the mountain. It’s a lot of good vibes and it’s great to see the girls out there for snowboarding.”

Thanks to GoPro, Burton Snowboards, Rossignol and G.H. Mumm who helped bring this event to life. The Top to Bottom is set to remain a serious bucket list experience for years to come.

Leaderboard

• Masters Women Ski            Anita Faeh
• Masters Mens Ski                 Ashleigh Antflick
• Veteran Men Ski                  James Kilmartin
• Amateur Men Ski                 Harrison Phillips
• Open Women Snowboard Georgia Baff
• Open Men Snowboard        Nicholas Masjuk
• Open Women Ski                 Zali Offord
• Pro Mens Ski                        Charles Beaton

For a full list of results head to https://www.thredbo.com.au/event-results/

The highest natural snow depth in 21 years has been recorded at Spencers Creek near Thredbo.

• Snowy Hydro has reported a natural snow depth of 183.6cm at Spencers Creek near Thredbo as of 29 July 2021, the highest snow depth leading into August since 2000.
• August is shaping up to be a great month for skiers and snowboarders with an additional 20cm falling on Thredbo over the past week.
• Thredbo has several on-mountain competitions during August including two iconic events, Top to Bottom and Transfer Banked Slalom plus a calendar of live après entertainment
• Thredbo has released last-minute accommodation and lift pass packages to those in ACT and regional NSW.

Snowy Hydro reported a natural snow depth of over 183.6cm at Spencers Creek near Thredbo Resort on 29 July 2021, the highest snow depth leading into August since 2000. August is shaping up to be a great month for skiers and snowboarders with an additional 20cm falling on the resort over the past week.

Snowy Hydro has been recording data over the last 110 years and undertakes snow depth readings during the snow season. They report weekly lake levels at Jindabyne, Eucumbene and Tantangara and snow depths at Spencers Creek, Deep Creek and Three Mile Dam.

Timing couldn’t be better with several ski and snowboard competitions at Thredbo ready to thrill those on and off the course. Alongside an extensive list of professional competitions on offer, Thredbo has some spectacular amateur competitions allowing anyone to try their hand at winning a piece of the season’s $90,000 worth of cash and prizes.

Thredbo Top to Bottom

Running for more than 25 years, this iconic Thredbo event is back for another year following a short hiatus in 2020. The prestigious Top to Bottom is a fast-paced, open downhill race for skiers and boarders. 2021 will see $25,000 in cash and prizes to be won.

As the sun rises, racers line up at the top of Thredbo’s Supertrail, ready to take on a 3.2-kilometre downhill with their skis and boards in hand. Racers begin with a 100-metre dash by foot before clicking or strapping in for a free-for-all race right to the bottom. Riders drop 600 vertical metres while navigating, gates, straights and other racers from the top to the bottom.

Champagne sounding more appealing than the competition? A VIP spectator experience is on offer where guests enjoy bubbles, sunrise views, a deluxe breakfast smorgasbord at the Mumm Top to Bottom Champagne Breakfast located at slope-side restaurant Kareela Hutte. The deck offers prime position for views of one of the most exhilarating corners in the race and radio updates keep spectators in on the action.

Saturday, 7 August 2021

Transfer Banked Slalom

Transfer Banked Slalom is the biggest community snowboard event in Australia, and is all about snowboarders riding wild on carefully crafted custom-built course by Thredbo Parks. The ‘tournament of turns’ event is a legendary staple and will be gracing Thredbo slopes for its seventh year.

Catering to snowboarders ranging from intermediate to advanced skill levels, there are eight rider categories over one jam-packed day. A completely open event, previous riders range from as young as 8-years-old to those above 55 years.

Friday, 13 August 2021

Alfresco Après 

Live entertainment is still kicking each weekend in Thredbo with new COVID-safe measures in place. Corona Sunsets take to Merritts Mountain House Deck spinning tunes onto the mountain-top slope-side patio while Alpine Après presented by Heineken bring the true mountain atmosphere with roaring firepits and live music at Alpine Bar on Friday and Saturday afternoons.

Looking for accommodation?

For those able to travel, there has never been a better time to jump on the opportunity for a last-minute ski trip. Thredbo is offering a series of accommodation packages to ACT and regional NSW including a Ski & Stay Package, offering up to 35% off hotel and lift passes, or a 3 for 2 Night Deal, offering a third night free on Thredbo apartments and cabins. Head to https://www.thredbo.com.au/passes-rentals/special-deals/ for all the information.

It is time to vote for Thredbo as Australia’s Best Ski Resort in the 2021 World Ski Awards.

• Thredbo Resort has been nominated for Australia’s Best Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards.
• World Ski Awards is the only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism.
• Thredbo has won the title for four consecutive years.
• The 2021 winter season saw Thredbo launch a number of unique on-mountain experiences, improve the online and in-resort guest experience, support a stack of Australia’s best snow athletes and is Australia’s only resort to achieve Earthcheck Gold Certification.

Thredbo has been nominated for Australia’s best ski resort at the World Ski Awards. Launched in 2013, World Ski Awards aims to drive up standards within the ski industry by rewarding the organisations that are leaders in their field.

World Ski Awards was developed in reaction to overwhelming demand from the ski industry for a programme that was fair and transparent with a mission to serve as the definitive benchmark of excellence. It is a global initiative that celebrates excellence in ski tourism and every year attracts votes from hundreds of thousands of travel professionals and skiers across the globe.

Thredbo has taken out the award for Best Ski Resort (Australia) for four consecutive years with last years’ award presented at a prestigious ceremony held at A-ROSA Kitzbuhel, Austria, overlooking the iconic Hahnenkamm.

Thredbo General Manager, Stuart Diver, said of the 2020 accolade, ‘’We’re proud to be Australia’s Best Ski Resort for four years running and to win this title in a challenging year makes it even more special. We’re grateful for the ongoing support of our community and the many visitors who choose to ski at Thredbo each year.’’

Last year, Thredbo launched the Merritts Gondola, Australia’s only alpine gondola after two years of planning. The multi-million-dollar development revolutionised travel on the mountain with the high-speed gondola transporting guests up to the Merritts area in only 6 minutes via comfortable European-style cabins that fit up to 8 people.

To take out the win, Thredbo impressed guests with its wide range of trails for all abilities, world-class ski school and family-friendly dedicated beginners’ area. Boasting the longest run in the country, skiers and snowboarders enjoyed carving turns down the iconic Supertrail as well as access to the highest lifted point in Australia at 2037 metres elevation. For the ultimate bucket list experience adventurers could even tour to the highest summit in the country Mt Kosciuszko on Thredbo’s Backcountry Tours.

Off the mountain, Thredbo entertained guests with weekly fireworks shows and exceptional food and wine at an array of restaurants and bars in the Austrian-inspired alpine village.

New and improved for 2021, Thredbo has launched a number of unique on-mountain experiences, improved online and in-resort guest experiences, supported a stack of Australia’s best snow athletes and achieved Earthcheck Gold Certification leading the way in sustainably.

Improvements have been made to the in-resort guest experience with the introduction of MyThredbo Card Kiosks placed in Thredbo Village and in Jindabyne to allow for 24-7, contactless collection of lift pass cards.

Beyond world-class skiing and snowboarding, a series of new experiences were launched which made Thredbo truly one-of-a-kind this winter including Sunrise Sessions, Kareela Snowcat Dinners presented by G.H. Mumm and Merritts Mountain Haus Feast.

Alongside experiences, Thredbo is supporting a stack of Australia’s best snow athletes as they head toward the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics with a fleet of new ambassadors.

Thredbo was the first Australian snow resort to achieve Earthcheck Gold Certification by meeting rigorous environmental standards across ten key performance areas spanning greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, conservation and management, land use planning and management and waste management.

To vote for the 2021 World Ski awards, head to https://worldskiawards.com/award/australia-best-ski-resort/2021

Thredbo celebrates all things sustainability with a week dedicated to mountain sustainability action and education.

• Hike to Mt Kosciuszko was a highlight of Environment Week at Thredbo.
• Thredbo offers dollar for dollar tree donations from 19 -25 July 2021.
• Thredbo is the first Australian snow resort to achieve Gold EarthCheck certification.
• 2021 saw a number of new sustainability initiatives for the resort.

It was a majestic, blue sky day in Thredbo with subzero temps and a fresh blanket of snow covering the Main Range. A group of locals, Thredbo staff and guests congregated in Thredbo Village to begin the trek to Australia’s highest mountain to generate awareness on a more sustainable future.

During the climb to the top, Alex Parsons, Head Guide of Thredbo’s Backcountry Team, took time to educate the group on the area, it’s indigenous heritage and describe areas of significance. As they made their way through breathtaking scenery, The Thredbo Environment team was there every step of the way to discuss the importance of creating environmentally forward practices, Thredbo sustainability initiatives and how we can all do out part.

As the group reached the summit, they were blessed with sunshine and sweeping views of Australia’s unique alpine region. A quick happy snap on the top of Australia before and a moment to enjoy the 360-degree panorama before the group strapped in for a few turns while they headed back to the resort.

Speaking of the day, group member Paul Hayden said “Fantastic! Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Seeing Mount Kosciuszko and the snow cornice coming off it was a highlight. I was surprised how much skinning [hiking on skis] is such a joy, you get into a rhythm and it’s just amazing. It’s a sensational day with informative guides. Thredbo should keep it up and continue to make people aware of the profile of our environment.”

The full-day Hike to Mt Kosciuszko is a staple for Environment Week in Thredbo, held between 19 – 25 July 2021. The annual, week-long celebration of all things green aims to highlight sustainable practices, environmental awareness and community action in the Snowy Mountains.

Euan Diver, Environmental Services Manager at Thredbo said, “This week is dedicated to highlighting the initiatives that Thredbo undertake to ensure that we continue to pursue our goal of being the most environmentally sustainable Alpine Resort in Australia. We use our best endeavours to minimise our impact and where possible, actually improve the condition of some aspects of the environment and protect it for the future generations of Thredbo visitors.”

A number of Thredbo’s 2021 sustainability partners joined in the conversation including Red Energy, Greenfleet, Keep It Cool and Protect Our Winters.

Tree For Tree

Thredbo has been matching donations, tree for tree, from 19 – 25 July 2021 for Environment Week. Since 2014, Thredbo has been committed to a forestry carbon offset program, enabling guests to purchase a tree for $4 when buying resort products.

Gold EarthCheck

2021 saw Thredbo awarded with Gold EarthCheck certification, a first for any Australian snow resort. EarthCheck is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry. The recognition makes Thredbo a leader of sustainable tourism destinations worldwide certified to the internationally recognised EarthCheck Destination Standard.

New Sustainability Initiatives at Thredbo

Thredbo’s focus on working towards a more sustainable future, is not a new one. Having invested and implemented several initiatives in the past including the resort’s move in 2019 to power all major resort operations by clean, renewable energy. 2021 saw a number of new initiatives hit the slopes from investment into new organics recycling, a plastic reduction plan and securing an entire SNOWsat fleet.

New Organics Recycling Machine
Thredbo doubled its capacity in food waste recycling by investing in a Closed Loop organics recycling machine. This year saw an increase in the number of restaurants, lodges and apartments in Thredbo taking part to reduce the volume of waste being sent to landfill instead, creating a usable compost product that puts nutrients back into the soil.

Thredbo Alpine Hotel Plastic Reduction Plan
A long-term sustainability plan, Thredbo is in phase two of the plan to remove all single use plastic products from the resort. Phase one saw the removal of front of house single use plastic items including replacing plastic straws with paper and the introduction of certified compostable and sustainable sugar cane pulp food packaging. Phase two will see plastic free alternatives for back of house products and the introduction of sustainable alternatives throughout Thredbo Resort.

SNOWsat snow depth technology
With a focus on snow grooming, Thredbo has invested in new SNOWsat technology to more accurately map snow depth across the resort creating more efficient, fuel and energy saving snow grooming and snow making.

Fresh snow, a custom-built terrain park and an all-star line-up of coaches, the Torah Bright Mini Shred in Thredbo had pint-sized shredders smiling up a storm.

• The sun was shining down on this year’s Torah Bright Mini Shred held on Sunday 11 June 2021
• Alongside Torah Bright, the day featured a star-studded coach line up of some of Australia’s biggest snow athletes
• Thredbo Parks took the set-up to the next level, building Australia’s only mini-halfpipe

The sun was shining down on this year’s Torah Bright Mini Shred held Sunday 11 June 2021 in Thredbo. The day was all about celebrating the snow community and connecting the next generation of under eighteen skiers and snowboarders with some of the industry’s best.

Held in a custom-built terrain park at the top of Australia’s only alpine gondola, kids took to the slopes to progress and develop new skills while, most importantly, having a tonne of fun and making life-long friends.

There was a good mix of skiers and boarders, boys and girls of all skill levels and an incredible line-up of Australian snow stars offering tips and tricks. Off the slopes, COVID-safe live music and cheering echoed over the mountain valley while the smell of a slope-side barbeque lured hungry shredders to a well-earned break. Australian-founded brand, Roxy, as well as home-grown Cooma-based Rhythm Snowsports handed out a tonne of giveaways and prizes while a huge signing session left kids decked out and beaming.

Speaking of the day, Torah Bright said “The Mini Shred is my favourite day of the year. It’s fun, it’s about making new friends to shred with and learn new things. Seeing the talent level of little Aussie shredders is amazing…and it’s incredible to have such a brilliant line-up of inspiring athletes and Olympians to share advice, tips and stoke with all the kids…”

Alongside Torah Bright, the star-studded coach line up included some of Australia’s biggest snow athletes from Tess Coady, Valentino Guseli, Ben Tudhope, Josie Baff, Abi Harrigan and local riders Jye Kearney, Joey Elliss, Arkie Elliss and many more.

Thredbo Parks took the set-up to the next level, building Australia’s only mini-halfpipe, a sweet jib and jump line, transitions and rollers. There were several line options to choose from, each with a step up in progression. Lilly Brauer, aged 9 was one of the young skiers to enjoy the day’s festivities. Speaking of the custom-built mini park she said, “The step up was really cool and I went on the halfpipe and it was really fun.”

Leaving wearing a huge smile and signatures from her favourite snow athletes, she was asked about the highlight of her day, “definitely meeting all the coaches, especially Ben [Tudhope] and Arkie [Elliss],” said Lilly Brauer.

Thredbo celebrates Frank Prihoda, Australia’s oldest living Olympian, with an intimate affair in the mountains.

• Frank Prihoda celebrates his centennial with an intimate party in the heart of Thredbo village
• Frank Prihoda receives the “Gratias Agit” Award from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
• Frank Prihoda receives the Snow Australia Medal from Snow Australia
• Decorated Australian artist, Zoe Young unveils painting ‘Gate of the Century’ in Frank Prihoda’s honour

A scene that could only reflect a man that has truly seen the highs, lows and challenges of an ever-changing world, guests arrived to Frank Prihoda’s 100th birthday party donning masks.

The fourth pandemic to grace the world during his lifetime, the celebration of Australia’s oldest living Olympian went ahead with party proceedings all adapted to meet current Covid-19 regulations.

There may not have been hugs and group photos, however the energy of the party was jubilant. Tables draped in European-style red and white check table clothes juxtaposed with decorative eucalypt centrepieces that occupied the large dining ballroom, mirroring Frank’s life lived over two unique countries. Lively guests including friends and family from the century who recounted stories and sipped champagne during a night filled with laughs, smiles – albeit covered – and endless stories being told by the seated attendees.

A testament to Frank’s many walks of life, guests comprised of dignitaries, family members, locals and snow-stars alike, all celebrating with a man who has made a profound impact on their lives and the lives of the mountain community in Australia and abroad.

Throughout the night, the room was addressed by speakers who have been pivotal in Frank’s last 100 years, bringing their memories to life. Filling the room with enthralling tales ranging from a daring escape from Czechoslovakia engrossed in a socialist revolution, to Olympic races surrounded by roaring spectators through to memories from individuals as they recounted the small moments of profound impact by those who crossed his path during the last 100 years.

Introduced to the stage by Master of Ceremonies two-time Winter Olympian and Thredbo local Jono Brauer, Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver spoke of the immense contribution Frank has made to the fabric of the Thredbo community before handing over to dignitaries from the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Canberra.

Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of the Czech Republic, Ondrej Bohac spoke of his relationship with Frank and his awe in the man who has experienced so much, before handing over to the Ambassador of the Czech Republic, His Excellency Mr Tomas Dub. Mr Dub presented Frank with the honorary “Gratias Agit” award. The Gratias Agit has been awarded by the Minister of Foreign Affairs since 1997 in appreciation of the promotion of the good name of the Czech Republic abroad by prominent persons developing activities in nongovernmental fields.

Director of Snow Australia representative, Winter Olympian and fellow Thredbo local, Mr Kim Clifford presented the Snow Australia Medal which recognises the achievements and careers of those past and retiring athletes who have represented Australia at the highest level of snow sport competition.

Guests sat back and took in the stories and heartfelt admiration spoken by other speakers including Frank’s nephew Michael Nekvapil, long-time neighbour and friend Michelle Reichinger and Thredbo local Gregg Quinn.

Decorated Australian artist, Zoe Young unveiled her newest portrait of Frank ‘Gate of the Century’ produced in his honour. Adorning the walls were Ms Young’s range of paintings of Frank throughout the years, each with their own distinct style and hue from black and white silhouettes to emotive detailed portrayals including one of Frank’s sister, Sasha.

When it was time for Frank Prihoda to make his address, the room was struck with admiration. Frank’s continuing lucidity, wit, charm and ability to engage and entertain at 100 years of age was a special moment, one that had a profound impact on every guest in the room.

As guests sipped Czech Pilsner Urquell provided by the Czech Embassy and enjoyed Australian alpine delicacies, they were invited to peruse Frank’s life-long memorabilia which was scattered throughout the room, taking in tangible glimpses from a century of a life well lived.

The spectacular of the night concluded with a special flare run by Thredbo Snow Sports instructors and one of the biggest and best fireworks displays in Thredbo’s history before coffee, cake and Franks’ favourite Czech desserts, rakvičky, rohlicky, babovky and ovocny kolac were served.

Thredbo sat down with Frank Prihoda to see through the eyes of Australia’s oldest Olympian; a man who simply wants “you to keep your best turn for me.”

Frank Prihoda, Australia’s oldest living Olympian will reach his centennial on Thursday 8 July 2021. Celebrating with an intimate affair in the alpine town of Thredbo Resort, Frank reaches his 100th year as a man who has truly taken every opportunity life has to offer. Thredbo sat down with Frank to discuss his life and the changes of the last century.

The world has seen a lot since 2021, from The Great Depression, World War II and 9/11 to man landing on the moon, the invention of the mobile phone and Y2K. All the while, Frank Prihoda was there, watching events unfold, skis in hand.

1924 The first Winter Olympic Games
1929 The impact of the Great Depression reached Czechoslovakia

On Thursday 8 July 1921, as heavy rain fell on a humid day in the city of Prague in Czechoslovakia Frantisek (Frank) Prihoda was born. He joined older sister Sasha who later became a ski and Thredbo legend in her own right. Whose name is often recognised by those who frequent the slopes of Thredbo as they glide down the Sashas Schuss run.

Entering a world plagued by The Great Depression, Frank considered himself lucky. His father, a prosperous artificial flower manufacturer, often took the family on car trips into the countryside in his American Hudson. “Europe was in turmoil and I only came to realise it later in life… as a little child you do not grasp these things,” Frank explained.

As a teenager, Frank strapped on skis for the first time. To become his biggest life-long passion, skis were by Frank’s side at every major milestone during the decades of his life from his escape during a communist revolution to representing his new home country at the 1956 Winter Olympics.

1938 Munich Agreement hands Czechoslovakia to Nazi Germany
1939 World War II begins

In 1936, only 12 years after the inception of the Winter Olympic Games, Frank began ski racing with the Czechoslovakian Ski Federation squad. “Just before the war…in 1937, I went for my first downhill race. All week it was sunny and of course, the day of the race a blizzard came and I wore glasses…I couldn’t see a thing, they got frozen. I had a mighty tumble and that was my first race.” It wasn’t all lost, however, as this race was where Frank met one of Thredbo’s founders, Tony Sponar. A man with whom he remained lifelong friends and who influenced his road to Thredbo.

In 1937, Frank was taken away from training and endless days on the slopes when tragedy struck. Following the sudden death of his father and subsequent death of his mother, out of necessity, Frank went on to run the family’s manufacturing business with his skis taking a backseat. “Really since the age of 19, I was head of the business. I was pretending,” he says in jest. His pretending paid off, with the success of the business continuing through World War II.

1945 The microwave was invented
1948 After the passage of the Ninth-of-May Constitution Czechoslovakia became a People’s Republic

Following the war, political changes began to occur in the country, and it was during this time Frank believed his business success would be negatively impacted by the country’s move into a People’s Republic. “I was a manufacturer and an employer and, my father was an employer. We were deemed to be bourgeois. Bourgeois is the enemy of people like the working class….as such, I saw I had no future [in the country].”

He, alongside his brother-in-law, Karel Nekvapil decided to make their escape on skis.

In January 1949, a friend drove to the south of the country, reaching a wide frozen lake bordering Austria. Strapping back in, Karel and Frank set out on cross-country skis “for an outing.” He recalls many armed guards in the area as they slid across the lake, explaining he eventually noticed a herd of deer which indicated a lack of militia and an opportunity to escape to the country beyond.

Arriving in Austria, his pathway to being recognised as a refugee was not an easy one, however, he and Karel were eventually able to join his sister Sasha Nekvapil and friend Tony Sponar in St Anton. Here they ran a ski tow powered by Frank’s jeep before making the move to a new life in Australia.

1955 Albert Einstein dies
1957 Thredbo opened

In 1950 Frank and his family boarded a ship to distant Australia, skis in tow. Speaking of the journey, Frank recalls “Well, I arrived in Melbourne on 9 March 1950. I boarded a ship in Genoa in Italy and sailed here. I knew there was snow in Australia so I brought my skis with me.” He went on to explain his initial shock that his new homeland still used horses as a primary means of transport well into the 1950s. “I noticed watering troughs, we rode a little further and there were a couple of horses and people were still riding…even until 1957.”

On arrival to Australia, Frank began working in the manufacture of artificial flowers for the second time in his life before moving over to the furniture and textile trades. Never too far from his love of skiing, Frank took to the slopes during his second winter, making his way to Mt Buller and enjoying the social life of the Melbourne University Ski Club.

Frank quickly stood out on the slopes and within a few short years, he qualified for the 1956 Winter Olympics. Following his citizenship grant only a few months prior, Frank went on to represent Australia in Slalom and Giant Slalom events.

Travelling to Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, he recalls “I went to the Olympics in 1956…I remember standing on the Olympic run and the full experience was overwhelming because none of us [in the Australian team] were used to the atmosphere of big races.” In true Frank fashion, he decided to take the opportunity to go beyond competing and made the decision to travel for six months, “I said I am going away. I am going to make it a proper trip…I flew around the world,” he explained.

1961 First man makes it into space
1962 Australia enters Vietnam War
1969 Man lands on the moon
1973 Mobile phone invented

In 1958 Frank became Chairman of the Race Committee of the Victorian Ski Association before moving to Thredbo to join his family in 1974. Frank’s sister and brother-in-law had opened the second lodge ever built in Thredbo, Sasha’s Lodge, which still stands stoically today under the name Black Bear Inn.

“To me, Thredbo is very special in as much as I knew about it before it was born. I was good friends with Tony Sponar and I knew he had this dream or desire to found a ski resort.”

A few years later, Frank was invited to open a gift shop in the small alpine village where he sold gifts to those visiting the snowy region for the next twenty-seven years. “In December 1974, I owned Frank’s Shop…which I closed when I turned 80 in 2001. 27 years is a good innings.”

1983 Internet was invented
1997 Thredbo landslide
1998 Google was founded
2000 Y2K

In 2000, Frank took pride of place carrying the Olympic Torch in Thredbo, lighting the cauldron on the Village Green. More recently, Frank became a foundation member of the Thredbo Historical Society. Speaking of the place that has now become part of his spirit he says, “Being where you like to be, you become involved and attached to a place you live and work and gradually it becomes part of you.”

2001 9/11
2009 Global Recession and the Collapse of Wall Street

Frank’s love for skiing has never dwindled. He spent 46 years skiing Thredbo’s long slopes and often speaks of his love for the mountains, the views, the freedom and the feeling of being a tiny speck in the vastness of nature.

In his 89th year, Frank hung up his skis.

Although no longer enjoying the slopes himself, Frank still has the passion of a man ready to strap on his boots. He can be found with a listening ear, ready to hear about others’ days on the mountain, he says “I, unfortunately, gave up skiing so, I say, tell me about your experience. Bad weather, good weather, snow, soft snow, hard snow, sticky snow… [those who appreciate it] are real mountain people. Go and tell me how it is now and…keep your best turn for me.”

2020 Frank was honoured in Thredbo with a ski run named Frank’s Face

In 2020, a ski run was named after Frank to honour the man who continues to make such a profound impact on the community of Thredbo. Joining those who were there for his life journey with him, his run sits alongside Sponars T-Bar, Sashas Schuss and Karels T-Bar.

“Having the Frank’s Face trail located between Karels T-Bar and Sashas Schuss gives me great pleasure and feels like family,” said Frank.

Currently still living in Thredbo, locals often see Frank driving his white Subaru around the village. His advice following 100 years of enriching life experiences?

“Adventures. Don’t be afraid to take risky situations, go through them and try and do it for yourself. If you sit on your back and don’t do these things you will short change yourself and miss out on life experiences.”

The Thredbo July Kids Snow Festival is back with a stack of activities and entertainment planned for the 2021 winter holidays.

Thredbo has released its line-up for the July Kids Snow Festival and it is jam-packed with fun for the whole family. From a mountain of terrain to explore, a huge line up of free activities and plenty of après for mum and dad, there is a reason Thredbo has been voted Best Ski Resort for Families at the Best Family Ski Resort Awards from Ski & Snowboard with Kids for three consecutive years; there is truly something for every member of the family.

Torah Bright Mini Shred

The crowd favourite Torah Bright Mini Shred event at Thredbo is back for the 2021 season. This annual event will be held on Sunday 11 July 2021.

Junior intermediate skiers and snowboarders can spend the day riding with some of Australia’s biggest snow stars. Torah Bright will be joined by Thredbo Ambassadors Jarryd Hughes, Tess Coady, Valentino Guseli, Ben Tudhope, Josie Baff, Abi Harrigan and local legends, Joey Ellis, Arkie Ellis and Jye Kearney.

These big names will be on hand to coach the new generation of shredders through a purpose-built, dedicated mini terrain park giving under eighteens the chance to ride with their friends, pick up tips from the industry’s best and progress in a super fun environment.

Speaking of the event Torah states “The mini shred is all about having the best day ever! Making new friends, learning new things, and building belief in ones self! Our line up of local legends and Olympians are amazing at sharing their skills and inspiring the next generation of skiers and snowboarders.”

Off the slopes, there is still a stack of activities to keep the kids entertained. A sausage sizzle will keep little and big bellies filled while a DJ will have music echoing across the mountain. Roxy is back with a tonne of giveaways and prizes which is expecting to see smiles for miles. The event wraps up with a huge signing session with all the pros.

Alongside the Torah Bright Mini Shred, is a two-week long list of events with everything from free Kids Pizza Movie Nights, Alpine Bungee, Giant Games and Family Fun Nights.

Thursday Family Fun Nights

Thredboland Animals are out to play on Thursdays! Family Fun Nights provide guests with an afternoon of music, dancing, games and prizes; not complete without a vibrant parade of Thredboland animals. During the evening, families can enjoy a glittering firework display while kids can ski and snowboard down Friday Flat after the sun goes down holding twinkling LED flares for the iconic Thredbo Kids Flare Run, gracing the Thredbo slopes for more than 30 years.

Held Thursdays 24 June – 8 July 2021 at Friday Flat.

Friday Flat S’mores

Guests can roast gooey smore’s at the Friday Flat fire pits. This North American mountain treat has been given a twist with Lindt Chocolate providing a spin on the classic marshmallow, cookie and chocolate winter delicacy. It’s the sweetest way to end a day of family turns at Australia’s Best Ski Resort.

Held daily during the holidays from 3:00PM to 5:00PM at the Thredbo Friday Flat fire pits.

Kids Pizza Movie Night

Supervised by professional Thredbo staff, the Kids Pizza Movie Night is an evening all about the littlies. Kids aged 4 – 13 years can enjoy dinner and a movie following a day on the slopes. Held below the cosy Lounge Bar, it’s the ideal place to drop the kids before the grown-ups head upstairs for a quick après.

Held Mondays and Wednesdays 28 June – 7 July 2021 at the Lounge Bar and Townsend Room in the Thredbo Alpine Hotel. Registration required.

Alpine Bungee

Take a break from the slopes and let the family soar! New for 2021, Alpine Bungee in Thredbo has guests bouncing, spinning and flipping in Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination.

Alpine Bungee will be available daily from 11:00AM to 6:00PM under the Merritts Gondola Base Station. $15.00 per 10 min bungee.

Giant Games

Bringing games to the mountains in a big way. Thredbo has placed giant family-classics including Connect Four, Jenga and Noughts & Crosses outside at the base of Friday Flat. It is sure to have guests laughing over some spirited family competition in the alpine air.

10:00AM to 4:00PM from 25 June to 11 July 2021. Outside Friday Flat Bistro.

Thredbo Family Guide

The family entertainment doesn’t stop when the holidays finish either. Whether you’re a family of first-timers or dedicated snow enthusiasts, Thredbo Resort boasts a huge amount of snow terrain for all ages and abilities, a range of expert-led lessons and programs to help families to get their snow feet, plus Australia’s biggest and best winter events calendar.

Thredbo reveal their 2021 winter season ambassadors with many of the star-studded snow athletes looking for gold.

• Thredbo will see a stack of the country’s best snow athletes flock to Australia’s Best Ski Resort this winter ahead of next year’s Beijing 2022 Winter Games.
• New names join a long line of ambassadors including three-time Winter Olympian and legendary snowboarder Torah Bright.

Thredbo is supporting a stack of Australia’s best snow athletes with a fleet of new ambassadors flocking to Australia’s Best Ski Resort during the upcoming winter snow season.

Joining a long line of ambassadors including three-time Winter Olympian Torah Bright, is 16-year-old Valentino Guseli who is best known for recently breaking the World Record for the highest halfpipe air. Alongside Guseli will be slopestyle boarder Tess Coady and snowboard cross champs including 2018 silver Olympic medallist Jarryd Hughes, 2020 gold medallist (Youth Olympics) Josie Baff and Paralympian Ben Tudhope, while Abi Harrigan adds a skier to the star-studded ambassador mix.

Torah Bright
Torah Bright is a long-time Thredbo ambassador and can regularly be seen around the village. Olympic gold and silver medallist and three-time Winter Olympian, Torah competed in Women’s Halfpipe, slopestyle and snowboard cross at Sochi 2014, Vancouver 2010 and Torino 2006 and is a household name in Australian snowboarding.

Jarryd Hughes
Competing in PyeongChang 2018 and Sochi 2014, Jarryd Hughes is best known for the historic event where the then 22-year-old claimed a silver medal in a hotly contested men’s snowboard cross. Hughes has ranked number two in the world on the FIS World Cup Rankings after making his first mark on the international snowboard cross circuit in 2012.

Tess Coady
Tess Coady is back with a bang following an injury at PyeongChang 2018. The 2017 World Junior Champion and Australia’s first-ever World Cup slopestyle gold medallist at Seiser Alm, Italy recently took out a bronze medal at the World Championships. Tess joins snowboarding legend Torah Bright as the only Australian snowboarder to win a World Championship medal in slopestyle.

Valentino Guseli
Named a teenage snowboarding prodigy at 11-years-old, Valentino Guseli became the youngest person ever to perform a double backflip. Recently the 16-year old broke the World Record for the highest halfpipe air which had been held by snowboard legend Shaun White 11 years.

Ben Tudhope
Australia’s youngest ever Winter Paralympian, Ben Tudhope is already a Paralympic veteran at the age of 21. Placed third in the men’s snowboard cross adaptive event at the 2016 Winter X Games in Colorado, USA, Ben has since competed at Sochi 2014 and PyeongChang 2018 and proudly carried the Australian flag at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony.

Josie Baff
In her entire career so far, Josie Baff has only been out of the top five once. The 16-year-old snowboard cross superstar has competed in a total of eight FIS races in her career, two of which were junior races where she won both and has podiumed at three of the six senior races.

Abi Harrigan
A true all-rounder and Snowy Mountains local, Abi Harrigan started skiing at the age of two. The now 19-year-old placed 3rd at the slopestyle competition and 4th in the Big Air at the 2019 Australian New Zealand Cup and competed in her first World Cup Halfpipe competition in 2019 where she placed 18th.

Alongside the long list of ambassadors is the Thredbo Local Ambassador team of three who provide perspective on life growing up in Australia’s premier mountain destination.

Brother and sister duo Joey and Arkie Ellis grew up in Thredbo’s unique alpine village. When the roads were snowed in, they swapped school days with riding days setting the scene for a long-term love for the mountains. They will be seen riding Australia’s Best Ski Resort alongside Thredbo’s long list of ambassadors and their sights firmly set on making their mark on the international scene in years to come.

Growing up in Thredbo, Jye Kearney was already riding for Burton and landing magazine covers by age 13. In 2016 he was one of the only southern hemisphere snowboarders to make a debut in an internationally recognised snowboard film with Method Magazine.

Venture beyond the resort boundaries and explore unique Australian alpine terrain for a one of a kind snow experience.

• Thredbo Backcountry Adventures are back for the upcoming winter snow season.
• Bookings are now open for Thredbo Backcountry Tours Supported by The North Face, Snowshoe Tours and Thredbo Backcountry Access Passes.
• The introductory to advanced tours will cater to a range of experience and abilities while teaching important backcountry safety skills in Australia’s unique Snowy Mountains terrain.
• Sydney and Canberra snow enthusiasts can immerse themselves in pre-season backcountry excitement at The North Face Backcountry Information Nights.

Thredbo Backcountry Adventures Supported by The North Face have made a return for the winter 2021 season, giving guests an opportunity to explore Australia’s highly unique alpine terrain beyond resort boundaries.

Bookings are now open for Backcountry Adventure tours which cater to different levels of knowledge, experience and abilities and range from snowshoeing journeys into the Snowy Mountains winter wilderness to guided full-day alpine touring experiences to some of Australia’s highest peaks.

Accommodating between 2-5 people, the introductory to advanced tours will allow guests to become immersed in the raw natural beauty of the Kosciuszko Main Range, with its empty mountain faces, wildlife cameos and breathtaking solitary scenes.

Having gained extensive and verifiable experience in alpine touring here and abroad, Thredbo Backcountry Guides are keen to share their passion for the outdoors and environment with their guests. All guides hold Avalanche Safety Training (AST) and First Aid qualifications as a supplement to their detailed knowledge of the Thredbo backcountry.

Snowshoeing in the Backcountry
Running from Opening Weekend, the 3-hour snowshoeing adventure is for those looking for an alternative to riding the mountain. If guests can walk, they can snowshoe, and, snowshoe they will; through sweeping alpine vistas, granite tors and around twisted snow gums of the Australian Main Range.
Launching from 12 June 2021. Starting at $139.00 per person. Moderate fitness level required.

Thredbo Backcountry Tours Supported by The North Face set to launch 26 July 2021
A full-day guided tour through kilometres of untracked slopes and limitless space, Thredbo Backcountry Tours Supported by The North Face are for strong intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders looking to start the challenge of alpine touring or advance their skills in Australia’s undeniably unique backcountry.

Every guest is provided with a loan North Face backpack containing a beacon, probe and shovel. Snowshoes, splitboards and touring skis are available for rental at Thredbo Valley Terminal where Thredbo Rental staff can demonstrate how each touring specific equipment works.

Introduction to Backcountry Tour
Heading out to the Ramshead Range and Bogong Creek, first time backcountry enthusiasts will be introduced to specialist equipment and backcountry safety while learning skills required to negotiate simple backcountry terrain.
Starting at $199.00 per person including lift access used during the tour. Intermediate to advanced riders.

Beyond the Boundaries Tour
This tour will take intermediate to advanced backcountry riders to locations including Mount Kosciuszko, Bogong Creek, Ramshead Range and Deadhorse Gap. Focused on backcountry skills, safety and awareness, guests will experience an unforgettable day of riding some of the best and most unique terrain Australia has to offer.
Starting at $309.00 per person including lift access used during the tour. Intermediate to advanced riders.

Advanced Adventurer Tour
An advanced alpine touring adventure, this tour will take seasoned backcountry riders to areas including Leatherbarrel Creek, Twin Valleys and Etheridge Ridge to ride some of the best terrain Australia’s backcountry has to offer, summiting and riding some of Australia’s highest peaks.
Starting at $309 per person. Advanced riders only.

Backcountry Access Pass
Those who would rather head out independently but who still like a lift up the alpine, can purchase a Thredbo Backcountry Access Pass. This pass will give one use access of the Kosciuszko Express and will require guests to fill out an online Trip Intention Form with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service before heading out.
Available from 12 June 2021. $45 for 18 to 64 Years, $35 for 65 years and over and $10 for 17 Years and Under.

The North Face Backcountry Information Nights
Some pre-season pump up will be happening in Sydney and Canberra to celebrate the launch of Thredbo Backcountry Tours supported by The North Face.

The North Face Backcountry Information Nights will be held at 4 Pines Truck Bar in Brookvale, Sydney and Capital Brewing Co. in Canberra. The free, register-only events are aimed to get snow fanatics excited for Australia’s growing alpine touring scene.

Attendees can learn about backcountry basics and ask questions about Thredbo Backcountry Adventures, before hearing enthralling tales from Thredbo Ambassador Tess Coady and Australian mountaineer Tim Macartney-Snape.

Raffle tickets will be available to raise funds for Thredbo environmental partners, Keeping It Cool, whose initiatives are aimed at rehabilitating the Snowy Mountains through four areas; tree-planting, community building, supporting environmental initiatives and education.

The nights will be wrap up with a screening of snowboard film, FACETS, to get everyone excited for the season ahead.

From dawn to dusk, Thredbo brings unforgettable guest experiences to the mountains.

• Thredbo has made significant enhancements to the online and in-resort guest experience.
• Thredbo launch 24-7 ‘MyThredbo Card Kiosks’, allowing guests contactless collection of their lift pass cards in both Thredbo and Jindabyne.
• Bookings are now open for Thredbo’s series of new, unforgettable on-mountain experiences that showcase why the resort is truly unique.
• Thredbo unveils a flock of new ambassadors going for gold.
• Thredbo is the only resort in New South Wales to have a full SNOWsat snow grooming fleet, and has added a new PistenBully 400 winch to its fleet of snow groomers.
• Thredbo Terrain Parks and Thredbo’s favourite events make a come-back.

The Australian snow season is officially on its way with snow blanketing Thredbo Resort twice in the past month. Named Australia’s Best Snow Resort for the fourth year running, Thredbo is gearing up for what is set to be an incredible snow season.

So, what’s new and improved for 2021?

Improved online and in-resort guest experience

Improvements have been made to the online and in-resort guest experience with the introduction of MyThredbo Card Kiosks placed in Thredbo Village and in Jindabyne to allow for 24-7, contactless collection of lift pass cards. After pre-purchasing lift, lesson and rental products online, guests can simply scan their barcode from a printed receipt or mobile phone to collect their cards. MyThredbo Card Kiosks will be located in Jindabyne at Guest Services at Nuggets Crossing and in Thredbo at Friday Flat and Valley Terminal.

Adding to Thredbo’s infrastructure, guests who visit Thredbo will have additional car parking options with a new carpark expanding the resort’s car space capacity by 84 spots.

Bookings now open! New on-mountain experiences

Beyond world-class skiing and snowboarding, bookings are now open for a series of new experiences that will make Thredbo truly one-of-a-kind this winter.

Sunrise Sessions

On Tuesday mornings during peak season, guests can stand at Australia’s highest lifted point to see the sunrise before fuelling up for a day of riding at Eagles Nest, the country’s highest restaurant. Guests finish the morning with first tracks down Supertrail, Australia’s longest run.
July 27, August 3,10,17,24,31. $149 per person. Ages 16+.

Kareela Snowcat Dinners presented by G.H. Mumm

Dining is taken to new heights with this premium experience. Guests travel up the mountain via snowcat to enjoy a glass of Mumm champagne while they watch the stars and village lights twinkle to life on Kareela deck. Moving inside Kareela Hutte, guests can get cosy in the European-style hut while enjoying a four-course meal with Mumm Champagne and premium wines.
Select Wednesday evenings. $219 per person including a four-course dinner and three-hour premium beverage package. Ages 18+.

Merritts Mountain Haus Feast + Snowcat Experience

On select Saturday nights guests can ride up the mountain in Australia’s only alpine gondola to Merritts Mountain House where they will be greeted with a feast of Bavarian-inspired dishes. This is a family-friendly opportunity to enjoy a Saturday night like no other. The ride down is an unforgettable one with views of the Thredbo Village lights below.
$119 per adult and from $59 per child. All ages.

Or choose to step the night up another notch and add on a Snowcat Tour ahead of the dinner to watch the iconic Thredbo Flare Run and Fireworks Show from Kareela Deck.
$249 per person. Ages 18+.

As well as the new experiences, Thredbo is offering a stacked line-up of events that will keep guests of all ages entertained, both on and off the mountain. Click here to view the full list of events.

New Ambassadors Go for Gold!

Thredbo is supporting a stack of Australia’s best snow athletes as they head toward the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics with a fleet of new ambassadors flocking to Thredbo as they prepare for next year’s games.

Joining a long line of ambassadors including three-time Winter Olympian Torah Bright, is 16-year old Valentino Guseli who is best known for recently breaking the World Record for the highest halfpipe air. Alongside Guseli will be Slopestyle boarder 2020 gold medallist (Youth Olympics) Josie Baff and 21-year old Paralympic veteran Ben Tudhope while Abi Harrigan adds a skier to the star-studded ambassador mix.

How about the après?

From as early as Opening Weekend onwards (regardless of snow conditions) guests can jump onto the Merritts Gondola, Australia’s only alpine gondola and head to Merritts Mountain House Deck for a line-up of season-long entertainment. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons, Corona Sunsets will be delivering tunes and good times on the Merritts Deck.

Thredbo’s Alpine Bar will be bringing back everything après as live music returns. At “Alpine Après, presented by Heineken,” tunes, firepits and good times will be in plentiful supply on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights throughout the season.

Moving beyond après and into the evening, Thredbo’s best kept secret, Segreto has been re-imagined. Now a late-night supper club, patrons can expect speak-easy vibes into the late hours of the evening. The menu has been carefully crafted with twilight grazing in mind; think delectable deli selections and antipasto platters accompanied by rich reds, delicate whites and hand-crafted cocktails.

What about the slopes?

Further expanding Thredbo’s already modernised fleet of snow grooming machines, 2021 has Thredbo set to be the only resort in New South Wales to have a full SNOWsat fleet on mountain.

Bringing satellite and real-time digital analysis to snowmaking and grooming, the state-of-the-art SNOWsat technology will provide instantaneous and accurate snow depth information to ensure the trails are in tip top condition for riding.

A brand new PistenBully 400 winch is also joining the crew to groom those extra steep runs and jumps.

Thredbo’s snowmaking system has undergone a series of upgrades during the summer period, with the snowmaking guns ready to fire up across the resort as soon as conditions allow.

In exciting news for terrain park lovers, Thredbo Terrain Parks will be back with Antons and Cruiser parks making a comeback while a beginner pop-up park will have new shredders carving up entry-level features.

Previous Cardrona Shaper, James Byrne has made his way to Thredbo to flex his expertise for the 2021 season. Speaking of what’s to come he said “I’m really excited to be part of the Thredbo team. We have some really interesting and unique projects in the works for winter and I can’t wait to get amongst it – stay tuned.”

What’s new on the Environmental front?

This year, Thredbo was the first Australian snow resort to achieve EarthCheck Gold Certification by meeting rigorous environmental standards across ten key performance areas spanning greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, conservation and management, land use planning and management and waste management. EarthCheck is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry.

Speaking of the achievement, Euan Diver, Thredbo Environmental Manager said, “This award represents five years of continuous certification and the commitment of the entire Thredbo team to our sustainability journey. This accolade recognises us as a leader among a unique worldwide group of sustainable tourism destinations that are certified to the internationally recognised EarthCheck Destination Standard.”

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Jindabyne Central School student Marley Jacobsen, couldn’t bell-ieve the announcement! 

• Jindabyne Central School Student Marley Jacobsen wins the 2021 MyThredbo Card Art Series Competition.
• Her artwork depicts the ‘2037’ Thredbo Community Bell surrounded by a brilliant orange sunrise.
• The MyThredbo Card Art Series Competition is in its second year and is part of the MyThredbo Card ‘Art Series’ that has run since 2016, celebrating the Snowy Mountains creative community.
• MyThredbo Card Kiosks launch for Winter 2021, allowing guests contactless 24-7 MyThredbo Card collection in both Thredbo and Jindabyne.

Framed by a brilliant orange morning sky, the Thredbo Community Bell stands proudly atop Australia’s Highest Lifted Point at 2037m above sea level. This is the captivating scene which will greet Thredbo’s winter guests as they receive their 2021 MyThredbo Card.

Taking centre-stage on the resort RFID card pass, which guests use to access Thredbo’s lifts, the mini masterpiece wasn’t created by a big-name artist (yet) but rather 12-yr old Jindabyne Central School student Marley Jacobsen.

Celebrating the Community Perspective

In its second consecutive year, the MyThredbo Card Art Competition gives budding Snowy Mountains artists from Jindabyne Central School and Snowy Mountains Grammar School the chance to showcase their work, and, their special relationship with the mountains.

Open to local school children from Kindergarten to Year 6, the winning piece takes prime position on the MyThredbo Card and gives visitors to Thredbo a window into the local mountain experience.  This year, competition entrants were invited to portray their ‘favourite thing about Thredbo’ with artist Brad Spalding looking for creativity, originality and colour.

Marley Jacobsen speaks of the day that inspired her winning entry. “We went up for a walk to the bell at Thredbo in early Autumn last year and I thought the view was pretty cool,” Marley said.

Her artwork was created using oil pastels, pencil and sharpies during her afternoon art class noting it was her favourite subject because you could “imagine and draw whatever you thought of.”

Marley said she was already looking forward to winter and is excited to get back on a snowboard. She will receive a winter season pass and a Thredbo prize pack for designing her prized artwork.

Historically, Thredbo has commissioned artists with a strong link to Thredbo. Past artists featured include two-time Archibald prize finalist Zoe Young, canvas board creator Imants Tillers and the internationally recognised Andrew ‘Grassi’ Kelaher. Former Thredbo Snow Sports School Director, Brad Spalding, was the inaugural artist with his distinctive series of raincoat-clad ‘sou-wester’ people (winner of the Thredbo Art Prize in 1995).

The shortlisted entries from this year’s competition will be displayed online and can be viewed here.

MyThredbo Card Kiosks Launch for Winter 2021

Guests can get onto the lifts and score fresh tracks faster with 24-7 MyThredbo Card Kiosks this winter. Launching for winter 2021, MyThredbo Card Kiosks will be conveniently located at Friday Flat and Valley Terminal in Thredbo as well as outside Thredbo Guest Services at Nuggets Crossing in Jindabyne.

Guests simply purchase lift passes, lessons and rentals online before heading to one of five kiosks to collect their MyThredbo Card using a printed receipt or digital barcode on their mobile phone.

Guest Services offices in both Thredbo and Jindabyne will continue to operate to allow guests to receive face-to-face service if required.

Thredbo Marketing Manager, Caroline Brauer speaks to the new offering and says “The MyThredbo Card Kiosks will enable guests to collect their passes at a time that is convenient to them without being restricted by Guest Services office hours. We chose locations in Jindabyne and Thredbo with those arriving after-hours in mind. The contactless nature of the kiosks will also deliver an extra layer of safety in the ‘new normal’ we now face.”

Resort information: The MyThredbo card is the personal one-stop shop for Thredbo guests. Whenever guests buy a product online, or in resort, the product will be loaded onto your MyThredbo Card. Products include lift tickets, lessons and gear hire at the Online Shop. Visit Thredbo.com.au.

Two-week carnival to kick off 2 April with a range of family-friendly activities

• Thredbo Resort has launched its Easter Adventure Carnival for 2021.
• The Carnival will be held across two weeks with a range of activities to entertain the whole family from 2 April – 18 April.
• All activities will be run in accordance with Thredbo’s COVID-19 Safe Operating Plan developed under the guidance of the NSW Government.

Thredbo has unveiled its jam-packed calendar for the Easter Adventure Carnival with a two-week celebration kicking off on 2 April.

The Carnival has been a big hit at Thredbo Resort in past years with a wide range of family-friendly activities in the schedule to entertain guests.

Thredbo Events & Partnerships Manager Damian Goninan said he was delighted to bring the Easter Adventure Carnival back again.

“The Easter Carnival has always been a favourite in the events calendar and we’re so excited to be able to offer a full range of great activities for the whole family again over the Easter period. There’s something in the program for everyone,” Mr Goninan said.

The opening weekend will feature Dan Druff the Roaming Clown, craft workshops, slacklining, family yoga classes, fly fishing demonstrations and a kids’ bike race. There will also be a tree planting session to help the resort off-set carbon emissions and protect its unique alpine environment.

The Easter Bunny will pay the kids a special visit on Easter Sunday with lucky Lindt gondola rides every hour providing guests the opportunity to win a Lindt basket of chocolate goodies on randomly selected gondola cabins.

The brand-new state of the art Merritts Gondola, which was unveiled last winter, will open especially for the Saturday, Sunday and Monday of the Easter long weekend with all Scenic lift pass holders gaining complimentary access.

The Merritts Gondola takes guests up the mountain in just six minutes via comfortable European-style cabins. At the top, guests will enjoy live music at Merritts Mountain House to mark the opening weekend of the Easter Adventure Carnival with regular live gigs also scheduled at the Alpine Bar throughout the two-week period.

During the Carnival, Land Rover will be hosting their signature Land Rover Experience Drives with guests able to see what the Defender is truly capable of in the mountains with a qualified instructor. Meanwhile, the kids will be able to take joy rides in the Mini-Defender at Friday Flat.

Additional activities include Mission Inflatable and waterslide rides at the Thredbo Leisure Centre, guided hikes, alpine bobsled rides and mountain bike clinics.

All events will be run in accordance with Thredbo’s COVID-19 Safe Operating Plan that has been developed under the guidance of the NSW Government.

To find out more head to the events page at Thredbo.com.au

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His Excellency has discussed impact of bushfires and COVID-19

• Governor-General David Hurley and Mrs Linda Hurley visited Thredbo today.
• Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver hosted Their Excellencies for morning tea at Eagles Nest Restaurant.
• Their Excellencies were joined by members of the Snowy Mountains business community to discuss the impact of bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Governor-General David Hurley has paid Thredbo a special visit today to show support for the Snowy Mountains community.

The visit comes after a difficult 12 months for the region, which has seen the community recover from bushfires and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver hosted the Governor-General and Mrs Linda Hurley for a morning tea at Eagles Nest Restaurant, Australia’s highest restaurant.

Their Excellencies were joined by members of the Snowy Monaro Regional Council, including representatives from the other New South Wales snowfields, Tourism Snowy Mountains, local business owners and media.

Mr Diver welcomed the visit from Their Excellencies and said the morning tea was a great chance for members of the Snowy Mountains region to speak with the Governor-General about their experiences.

“After a challenging year for the region, today was a wonderful opportunity for the Governor-General to hear first-hand the impacts of the bushfires and COVID-19 from local businesses who have been affected and to also see just how much we have to offer here in one of the most beautiful tourism destinations in Australia,” Mr Diver said.

Despite the challenges of bushfires and COVID-19, Thredbo has had one of its most successful summer seasons on record with domestic travellers taking advantage of the wide-open spaces and fresh air the mountains have to offer.

“After the bushfires last year, we’ve been fortunate to welcome guests back to Thredbo this summer to enjoy mountain biking and hiking adventures. We’re grateful to all of our guests who have supported us and other local businesses during this time,” Mr Diver said.

Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination is now planning for its 2021 winter season with the official start to the winter season on 12 June 2021.

The resort will continue to operate under its revised COVID-19 operating plan that has been developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health. The revised model includes a range of social distancing, hygiene and sanitisation measures.

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Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination sets industry benchmark

• Thredbo has been awarded the Gold EarthCheck Certification, a significant environmental milestone.
• EarthCheck is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking group for the travel and tourism industry.
• To achieve gold, Thredbo has undergone rigorous environmental checks over a number of years.

Thredbo Resort is proud to announce it has been awarded Gold EarthCheck certification in a first for an Australian snow resort.

EarthCheck is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry. The recognition makes Thredbo a leader of sustainable tourism destinations worldwide certified to the internationally recognised EarthCheck Destination Standard.

To achieve Gold Certification, Thredbo has had to meet EarthCheck’s rigorous environmental standards across ten key performance areas spanning greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, conservation and management, land use planning and management and waste management. These standards have needed to be met for a period of four years before being eligible for Gold Certification.

Each year Thredbo provides data about its energy and water usage, waste generation and sustainability policies with EarthCheck also conducting on-site audits and providing feedback to improve its operations. The milestone represents five years of continuous certification and commitment to sustainability.

Thredbo Resort General Manager Stuart Diver said the Gold Certification was a huge achievement for Thredbo.

“Operating the resort in a way which preserves and protects our unique alpine environment is hugely important to us so that we can continue to offer the amazing skiing, snowboarding and mountain biking and hiking we have here at Thredbo for future generations to come,” Mr Diver said.

Thredbo operates within the Kosciuszko National Park and in 2019 became the country’s first snow resort to have its major resort operations powered by renewable energy, setting a benchmark within the snow industry.

“Whether it’s increasing food waste recycling around the resort or using innovative green technology to drive our brand new state-of-the-art Merritts Gondola, we’re proud to be at the forefront of reducing our carbon footprint. We’re thankful to our many guests who continue to support our sustainability efforts here at Thredbo,” Mr Diver said.

Thredbo has partnered with Greenfleet since 2009 to offset resort vehicle emissions, including all fuel used to run its snow groomers and resort shuttle buses. Thredbo has a forestry carbon offset program in partnership with Greenfleet, which allows guests to purchase a tree for $4 when buying lift products to offset carbon emissions from their drive to the snow. To date more than 11,900 tonnes of carbon emissions have been offset by planting more than 44,000 native trees.

To find out more about Thredbo’s environmental initiatives head to the Environment & Sustainability page at Thredbo.com.au.

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Thredbo Resort’s sell-out Yoga & Wellness Retreats kicked off on the weekend

• Thredbo Resort’s Yoga & Wellness Retreats kicked off on the weekend.
• This year has seen the biggest demand for mountain Wellness Retreats as guests look to escape into nature and wide-open spaces.
• The retreats offer Australia’s highest yoga classes, mountain-top meditation and alpine cold-water immersion therapy to refresh and recharge guests.

Thredbo Resort’s first yoga & wellness retreat of the summer kicked off over the weekend with a sell-out attendance looking to recharge in the Snowy Mountains.

Thredbo Yoga & Wellness Retreat host Christina Harris said this year had seen the biggest demand for the Wellness Retreats in the resort’s history with a growing number of people keen to swap beaches for the wide-open spaces offered in the mountains.

“Now more than ever, people are looking to recharge and reconnect with nature and the response to the retreats this year has been absolutely incredible. Everyone is keen to escape the hustle and bustle this summer and come here to breath in that beautiful fresh mountain air,” Ms Harris said.

The unique three-day Yoga & Wellness Retreats are led by Jane Corben of the Jindabyne Yoga Shala, who is highly regarded in the yoga world and has more than 40 years of experience on the mat.

Throughout the wellness weekend guests are treated to mountain top sunrise yoga, bucket-list hikes to Mt Kosciuszko, cold water immersion therapy in pristine rock pools and meditation amongst the snow gums.

“By the end of the weekend you could really see the difference it made to guests with everyone walking away feeling refreshed and re-energised and saying how they couldn’t wait to tell all their friends about the retreats,” Ms Harris said.

Thredbo hosts three Yoga & Wellness retreats throughout January to March for up to 12 people. The all-inclusive retreats include 3 nights’ accommodation, a scenic lift pass, activities and an all-inclusive meal plan prepared by Thredbo’s executive chef to ensure guests are fully nourished from the inside out. The program also includes lunch at Australia’s highest restaurant, Eagle’s Nest.

The retreats cost $1199 per person for the all-inclusive package or $799 for an own accommodation option.

All events are run in accordance with Thredbo’s Covid-19 Safe Operating Plan that has been developed under the advice of the NSW Government.

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Title Announced at World Ski Awards Ceremony in Kitzbuhel, Austria 

• Thredbo Resort has been crowned Australia’s Best Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards.
• The award was announced at a prestigious ceremony at A-ROSA Kitzbuhel in Austria.
• It is the fourth consecutive year Thredbo has won the title.
• Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said winning the award in 2020 was even more special due to the unique conditions that saw the resort operating under a revised Covid-19 operating plan.

Thredbo has been crowned Australia’s best ski resort at the World Ski Awards for the fourth consecutive year.

The World Ski Awards is a global initiative that celebrates excellence in ski tourism and every year attracts votes from hundreds of thousands of travel professionals and skiers across the globe.

Thredbo took out the Best Ski Resort (Australia) category at a prestigious ceremony held at A-ROSA Kitzbuhel, Austria, overlooking the iconic Hahnenkamm.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said the accolade was testament to the hard work of hundreds of staff members across resort operations, the spirit of the local community and the support of the thousands of visitors welcomed to Thredbo each year.

“We’re proud to be Australia’s Best Ski Resort for four years running and to win this title in a challenging year makes it even more special. We’re grateful for the ongoing support of our community and the many visitors who choose to ski at Thredbo each year.”

This year was a unique winter season for resorts with Thredbo operating under a revised COVID-19 operating plan developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health. The plan included a range of social distancing, hygiene and sanitisation measures.

“We feel fortunate to have delivered a safe winter season in 2020 and to have been able to have seen so many smiling faces enjoying the fresh mountain air and the world-class skiing and snowboarding that we have on offer here. Winning this award is the icing on the cake,” said Diver.

This year Thredbo launched the Merritts Gondola, Australia’s only alpine gondola after two years of planning. The multi-million-dollar development revolutionised travel on the mountain with the high-speed gondola transporting guests up to the Merritts area in only 6 minutes via comfortable European-style cabins that fit up to 8 people.

“The gondola has been a game changer and the reaction from the community was better than I could have imagined. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. It’s completely changed the flow of guests around the mountain giving riders and scenic passengers easy access to the Merritts Mountain House as well as the Friday Flat beginners area. Everyone loves it.”

Thredbo also impressed guests with its wide range of trails for all abilities, world-class ski school and family-friendly dedicated beginners’ area. Boasting the longest run in the country, skiers and snowboarders enjoyed carving turns down the iconic Supertrail as well as access to the highest lifted point in Australia at 2037 metres elevation. For the ultimate bucket list experience adventurers could even tour to the highest summit in the country, Mt Kosciuszko, on Thredbo’s Backcountry Tours.

Off the mountain, Thredbo entertained guests with weekly fireworks shows and exceptional food and wine at an array of restaurants and bars in the Austrian-inspired alpine village.

Thredbo was recently also crowned Australia’s Best Family Ski Resort for 2020 in the Ski & Snowboard with Kids Awards.

Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination is now gearing up for its summer season with mountain biking and hiking officially launching 21 November.

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Adventure lovers explore the great outdoors in the iconic Snowy Mountains

• Thredbo officially opened for hiking and mountain biking on Saturday 21 November.
• Guests from around the country couldn’t wait to escape into the great outdoors.
• This summer Thredbo Mountain Bike Park celebrates 30 Years of Gravity.
• Thredbo offers a unique opportunity to hike to Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko.

Thredbo was buzzing for its opening weekend with guests from all over the country excited to get out into the great outdoors this summer.

The resort officially opened for hiking and mountain biking on Saturday and sold out of day passes for the entire weekend.

“Opening weekend was a huge success with people from all over the country travelling here to explore our mountain bike trails and take a hike in the Snowy Mountains. Everyone I spoke to was so happy to get out into nature with the family and take advantage of the incredible attractions we have on offer in our own backyard,” said Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver.

Thredbo offers Australia’s only summer long chairlift access with 34-kilometres of mountain bike trails to explore. Mr Diver said this year was a particularly exciting time for the resort with Thredbo Mountain Bike Park celebrating 30 Years of Gravity.

“We’re so pleased to celebrate three decades of mountain biking here in Thredbo. Each year the sport continues to grow and we see more and more people coming here to ride for the first time. It’s wonderful to see people of all ages and abilities learning how to mountain bike and even better seeing the satisfaction on their faces when they progress to more challenging trails,” Mr Diver said.

Thredbo Mountain Bike Business Manager Tim Windshuttle said the mountain operations team had been working hard to get everything ready to go for a jam-packed summer of riding with a whole range of upgrades this season.

“This year we’ve got more jumps and features to hit in the Valley Terminal Park and Little Beauty Jumps Park. The Gunbarrel Express chair will be open more often including every weekend and throughout school holidays plus we’re offering MTB School Holiday Camps and an MTB Development Squad for the first time,” Mr Windshuttle said.

Hiking attracts thousands of outdoor lovers to Thredbo each season and the resort anticipates that this year the activity will be even more popular with guests keen to get out into wide open spaces.

Thredbo offers a unique opportunity to hike Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko. The bucket list hike is suitable for all ages and abilities and takes between 4-6 hours.

The resort is continuing to operate under its COVID-19 operating plan developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health. The plan includes a range of social distancing, hygiene and sanitisation measures across all resort operations.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

Head to thredbo.com.au to plan your summer adventure today.

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Adventure, escape, relax, Thredbo offers something for everyone to enjoy this summer

• Thredbo opens for hiking and mountain biking on 21 November and will be operating under its COVID-19 Operating Plan.
• Thredbo anticipates a summer boost as domestic tourism trends indicate a demand for wide open spaces.
• Thredbo Mountain Bike Park celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.
• Thredbo offers a unique opportunity to summit Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko.

Thredbo is anticipating an added tourism boost this summer as travellers look to escape the cities and swap crowded spots for wide open spaces and nature.

Thredbo opens for hiking and mountain biking on 21 November and General Manager Stuart Diver said the resort was expecting a lot of excitement on opening weekend.

“We’re already seeing a lot of interest from guests pre-purchasing their hiking and mountain bike passes for summer. It’s great to see everyone getting behind Australian businesses after the year the community has had with bushfires and COVID-19. I’m looking forward to everyone escaping to our unique Alpine environment and enjoying the wide-open spaces our mountains offer,’’ Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver said.

Thredbo is world-renowned as a winter destination and in warmer months the resort transforms into an incredible summer playground and hiking mecca. With more than 20 hikes on offer, Thredbo offers a unique experience for visitors to summit Mt Kosciuszko, Australia’s highest mountain. Travellers can stand on the roof of Australia and take in some of the best views in the country with stunning vistas of the iconic Snowy Mountains. The 13-kilometre journey takes between 4-6 hours and is family friendly.

“This summer is the perfect time to make the ultimate pilgrimage to the top of Mt Kosciuszko. Everyone should tick this off their bucket list with the family over summer, the experience will be unforgettable,” Mr Diver said.

Thredbo is also celebrating the 30th anniversary of its mountain bike park with the resort releasing their 30 Years of Gravity campaign last week. The campaign looks back at the progression of bike technology and trails over the past three decades.

Australia’s premier mountain bike park offers the only summer long chairlift access in the country with 34-kilometres of bike trails to explore including downhill, all-mountain and cross-country trails. There’s also a pump track and skills park for all ages to practice their skills. This year is the first time Thredbo will be offering a School Holiday Mountain Bike Camp and Development squad.

Off the mountain Thredbo River is home to some of the wildest trout in Australia for fly fishing enthusiasts. Visitors can also enjoy a round of golf at Australia’s highest golf course, or try disc golf (one of the fastest growing and most accessible sports in the world). The Thredbo Leisure Centre has a gym, pool, sports hall and squash court.

For those in need of a bit of rest and relaxation Thredbo is offering yoga and wellness retreats with a highly renowned yoga teacher guiding participants through yoga and meditation sessions.

Thredbo Resort will continue to operate under its revised COVID-19 operating plan that has been developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health. The revised model includes a range of social distancing, hygiene and sanitisation measures.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

Head to thredbo.com.au to plan your summer adventure today.

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Australia’s premier mountain bike park honours iconic milestone

• Thredbo Resort is paying tribute to the 30th anniversary of the Thredbo Mountain Bike Park this summer.
• To mark the milestone Thredbo launched its 30 Years of Gravity campaign today.
• The campaign includes a three-part video series highlighting the progression of riding over each decade and features some of the earliest icons of the sport.
• The first episode about the 90s makes its debut on Thredbo’s website today.

Thredbo Resort is gearing up for a huge summer of mountain biking as it celebrates the 30th anniversary of Thredbo Mountain Bike Park with the launch of its 30 Years of Gravity campaign today.

Thredbo is Australia’s home of mountain biking and offers the only summer-long chairlift access in the country with more than 34-kilometres of trails. Each year the resort attracts thousands of mountain bike enthusiasts of all ages and abilities.

To celebrate 30 years of mountain biking, Thredbo has created a three-part video series looking back at the progression of mountain biking over the past three decades, featuring some of the country’s iconic personalities of the sport. The first episode released on Thredbo’s website today focusses on the ’90s when mountain biking first came to Thredbo.

“The ’90s is considered a golden era of the sport and a period which saw a huge amount of progression in both bike technology and trails. I can’t wait for everyone to travel back in time to see what riding was like back in the ’90s and how much it’s grown since then,” said Thredbo Mountain Bike Business Manager Tim Windshuttle.

From the gravel fire roads of the ’90s, Thredbo has transformed into a mountain bike mecca with an extensive bike trail network spanning downhill, flow, cross-country and all-mountain to provide something for everyone.

Since 2013, Thredbo has hosted one of the biggest MTB festivals in the world, the Cannonball MTB Festival, which every year attracts more than 1000 competitors including world champions and rising stars from all over the globe. The Thredbo Super Enduro has also become a stand-out event on the country’s MTB calendar, a huge day of racing attracting some of the most skilled and grittiest competitors over a gruelling 5-hour race. Due to Covid-19 restrictions this summer Thredbo has needed to postpone the events until next year.

Thredbo is getting ready for a huge summer of mountain biking with the official summer season launching on 21 November. The Ricochet trail is already dialled in and ready for riding plus there’s a stack of new developments in the works for this summer to further enhance Thredbo’s network of trails.

The Gunbarrel Express chair will be open more often this year, including every weekend and throughout the school holidays so there’s more time for riders to hit the trails. This year the Valley Terminal Park and Little Beauty Jumps Park have had a revamp with more jumps and features to hit.

For the first time Thredbo is also offering MTB School Holiday Camps, catering for kids from 7-14 years old plus an MTB Development Squad, a 9-week Sunday program to challenge and inspire young mountain bikers.

There’s a wide range of group and private mountain bike clinics for all riding abilities with Gravity Girls returning by popular demand. Gravity Girls is a bike clinic designed specifically for women to offer a non-intimidating introduction to downhill riding and give fearless females the tools and confidence to take on the mountain.

Thredbo is nestled in the Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains and is a 5-hour drive from Sydney and 2-and-a-half-hour drive from Canberra.

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Thredbo to host nine Great Southern Nights gigs in November

• Thredbo to host nine Great Southern Nights live music sessions at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel in November.
• Great Southern Nights is an NSW Government initiative through Destination NSW designed to kick start live music across NSW this summer.
• The events will be operating in accordance with Thredbo’s Covid-19 operating plan that has been developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health.
• Concerts are free of charge.

Thredbo is excited to announce it has been selected as one of the iconic destinations to host Great Southern Nights, a new initiative to kick start the live music industry across New South Wales this summer.

The Destination NSW initiative, in collaboration with the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), will see 1000 performances held in iconic venues across the state during November.

Thredbo will host nine Great Southern Nights sessions at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel with the first one kicking off on Saturday 7 November. Getting the festivities started will be Spindrift Saga, an alt funk rock band from South Coast NSW that has supported the likes of The Living End and British India.

”After a challenging year for the entertainment industry we are delighted to be participating in this great initiative and supporting local artists as live music comes alive again,” said Thredbo Marketing Manager Caroline Brauer.

The schedule will also feature Thredbo favourite H-Cee Family and much-loved resident entertainer Mark Travers, who’s been entertaining crowds in the village since 91’ and never fails to disappoint with his energetic acoustic sessions and popular covers.

To coincide with the opening of the mountain bike and hiking season in Thredbo on 21 November, Thredbo has a jam-packed weekend of entertainment in the schedule. After a day of trekking Thredbo’s highest peaks or shredding the iconic mountain bike trails, you’ll be able to kick back with the Moon Hounds and The Whiskey Bandits, with influences of American blues and roots in an ode to the birthplace of mountain biking.

The month of music will culminate in a three-day extravaganza on 27 November featuring X-Factor star Nada-Leigh, Sydney’s number one party band La Fiesta and multi-instrumentalist Justine Eltakchi. For the full line up of live acts, please see the Thredbo Events page.

Sit back and relax with a cold beverage whilst taking in the stunning mountain vistas from the deck of Thredbo’s Alpine Hotel and listening to some of Australia’s most talented established and emerging artists. All Thredbo venues are operating in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines as developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health. For more details on our Covid-19 plan click here.

Tickets to all gigs are free of charge with entry on a first-come, first-served basis. Numbers will be limited to comply with social distancing requirements with group sizes of up to 10 people per table. All guests will be required to sign in on arrival and remain seated unless making a purchase at the bar.

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Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination to welcome travellers seeking an outdoor summer escape

• Thredbo anticipates a surge in domestic travel over the upcoming summer.
• Thredbo is open for hiking and mountain biking from 21 November and will be operating under its COVID-19 Operating Plan.
• Thredbo is now offering a Hiking Season Pass and a Mountain Biking (MTB) Season Pass allowing guests lift access all summer*.
• Thredbo’s summer products including lift passes are now available for purchase.

Thredbo Resort is preparing to open for travellers looking to escape into the great outdoors this summer.

With domestic tourism predicted to surge, Australia’s premier year-round adventure destination will welcome guests to the Snowy Mountains with the summer season officially launching on 21 November.

Thredbo Resort will continue to operate under its revised COVID-19 operating plan that has been developed under the advice of the NSW Department of Health. The revised model includes a range of social distancing, hygiene and sanitisation measures.

‘‘After a challenging year, we feel so fortunate to be able to open our doors this summer to offer some of the best hiking and mountain biking in the country…all within an easy driving distance of Sydney, Canberra and regional South East NSW. We can’t wait to welcome guests back to Thredbo to enjoy the beautiful mountain air, nature and all the adventure activities we have on offer here,’’ said Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver.

Thredbo is Australia’s home of mountain biking, offering the only summer-long chairlift access in the country. The Thredbo Mountain Bike Park has more than 34-kilometres of trails and each year attracts thousands of mountain bike enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. This summer, riders will be able to purchase a Mountain Biking Season pass for unlimited lift access for $499*. Day passes, rental and Mountain Bike Clinics and programs will also be available for purchase.

‘‘We’re really proud to be Australia’s premier mountain bike destination. Every year the sport continues to grow and we see more and more people wanting to come and try it out. I’m confident that this year even more people will be wanting to get outside and explore the trails,’’ continued Diver.

For those who prefer boots to bikes, during the warmer months Thredbo transforms into a hiking mecca with more than 20 guided and self-guided hikes on offer. For the ultimate bucket list experience guests can hike the country’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko to stand at the top of Australia. This year guests can purchase a Hiking Season Pass for $299*. Day passes and the Guided Hikes program will also be available for purchase.

Off the mountain there are plenty more summer activities with Thredbo River home to some of the wildest trout in Australia for fly fishing enthusiasts wanting to cast a line. The Thredbo Leisure Centre has a gym, pool, sports hall and squash court for sport lovers looking to work up a sweat. The activities don’t stop there with bobsled rides, scenic chair rides, golf, disc golf and tennis. And of course, the Thredbo Village offers a selection of alpine-inspired restaurants, cafes and shopping.

Thredbo is within a 3-hour drive from Canberra and a 6-hour drive from Sydney.

*There is a cap on the number of season passes that are available to ensure we are able to adhere to social distancing requirements.

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David ‘Spike’ Milliken’s leadership has covered events including the 1997 Thredbo disaster, the 2003 Snowy Mountains bushfires, the 2018 Tathra bushfire and the unprecedented 2019/2020 bushfire season.

A greatly valued member of the Thredbo community, Captain David ‘Spike’ Milliken, is being recognised as a finalist in the highly prestigious 2020 NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards (RESCA). Landslides, bushfires, snowstorms, droughts and floods are signatures of the Australian landscape, and especially in mountain regions, the skill and expertise of emergency services to keep these areas safe for the public is beyond compare.

As the Captain of Fire and Rescue NSW Station 451 Thredbo, and a member of the Thredbo Ski Patrol for 33 years, David has used his intimate knowledge of the alpine country to undertake hundreds of rescues both on and off the slopes – many of which would test the mettle of any emergency worker. Some of these events have included leading the initial emergency response team through the horror of the 1997 Thredbo disaster, involvement with the 2003 Snowy Mountains bushfires, the 2018 Tathra bushfire and the unprecedented 2019/2020 bushfire season.

Looking After Both Physical and Mental Health

David, who received the Australian Fire Services Medal in the 2013 Australia Day Honours, has been dedicated to serving the public, as well as his teams. From his front line experiences, he has not only supported members of the community with their trauma but has worked within the fire service to develop strategies dealing with mental health problems of employees severely affected by those events.

“Congratulations to each finalist, all of you have been recognised as people who reflect Rotary’s motto ‘Service Above Self’”, said The Governor of NSW, Margaret Joan Beazley, AC, QC in a video announcement. “We celebrate the contribution you have made to the welfare and safety of the people of NSW, and as Governor of the State, I thank you for your service, particularly in these challenging times.”

The Rotary NSW Emergency Services Community Awards (RESCA)

David Elliott, the NSW Minister for Police and Emergency Services, said that the Awards are an important way to recognise the tenacity and sacrifice of the 200,000 volunteer and salaried emergency service workers across the State. “It gives us time to pause and reflect on the work that’s been done and congratulate each other; it’s also an opportunity to celebrate what makes Australia great and how much we rely on those who want to put on the uniform and help us stay safe,” he said.

The Rotary District of NSW Emergency Services Community Awards (RESCA) is the only time all Emergency Services personnel, both paid and volunteer, are recognised in a combined awards program. This year, the fifth year of the Awards, a record number of nominations were made, spanning the State from Ballina to Albury and included both front line and support team members.

We also wish to recognise the outstanding service of the other three finalists in the Fire and Rescue Services NSW category Anthony Camilleri (Station Commander – Bankstown Fire), Craig Gordon (Fire Investigation – Greenacre) and Greg Rood (Bush Fire Officer – Sydney Olympic Park).

The Awards winners will be announced on Friday, October 30th.

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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Or is it… the first ever hot air balloon to fly across the Snowy Mountains from Thredbo? Those looking up today were gobsmacked to see not one, but two hot air balloons in the alpine sky, a visual first in the valley and a visual feast as people ran to grab cameras and phones to record the high-flying sight.

The two multi-coloured bobbing hot air balloons were the brainchild of Balloon Aloft, a hot air balloon operator from Canberra. With approval from National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and Kosciuszko Thredbo (Thredbo), the hot air balloons departed Thredbo at sunrise and floated across the Kosciuszko National Park down the Crackenback Valley towards Jindabyne.

Craig Farrell of Balloon Aloft said the idea was a result of a long-held desire to fly a balloon over snow; a very unusual experience in Australia! After a few discussions with a fellow Canberra balloonist about the most scenic place to launch they chose Thredbo, then researched the best conditions for the flight.

“As we can’t steer our balloons, we need to be able to find the right wind speed and direction to allow us to fly where we want to go; in this case – Jindabyne”, said Farrell. To do that, the balloons needed to reach an altitude of 10,000 feet (over 3 kilometres) before quickly descending towards Jindabyne through much calmer air patterns.

A FAIR WEATHER FLIGHT

The hour-long flight was everything the pilots had hoped. “It was absolutely spectacular over stunning Thredbo and the beautiful Snowy Mountains, yet also technically challenging due to the Alpine environment”, said Farrell. This included minus 10 degrees at height and the swirling ‘mountain waves’ which produced rapidly changing speeds and direction in flight.

This one-off spectacle was an unexpected treat for early-bird visitors in the resort. Brianna McShane, a Snow Reporter in Thredbo’s media department said, “Our days start before sunrise, so we were lucky enough to witness the excitement of the balloon being filled and taking off. We could also see the incredulous expression of other early risers fetching coffee – it was an amazing morning!”

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The Storm of the Season that delivered over 78cm of fresh, dry snow has set Thredbo up for a super springtime of skiing and snowboarding ahead. With spring on the horizon, Thredbo has also launched its Snow Shoe Tours this week, adding to the variety of Backcountry Tour options so regardless of ability, any snow lover can get out and explore all that Thredbo and the Main Range has to offer. Plus, (drumroll) Sponars T-bar is making its season debut today, setting up a springtime ahead with hollers, hoots and snow drifts galore.

While we have fresh mounds of news – firstly let’s talk SNOW! Riders are in their element with the snowpack in excellent condition, scoring light, fluffy turns. The biggest overnight fall was on Friday with 30cm, bringing the storm total more than 78cm since last Tuesday, bringing the snow depth to well in excess of a metre.

Experienced riders immediately hunted fresh tracks in The Bowl in the Cruiser area with adventure lovers shredding the powder in the Bluff and down Bushranger. Meanwhile, first-timers have been enjoying soft turns at the dedicated beginner’s area Friday Flat. No matter what your level, the week’s been a winter-y winner, and springtime ahead is sure to be equally as winning.

BUT THAT’S NOT ALL

Thredbo has a blizzard of activity around the resort as we head into Spring. Here’s what you need to know as we look set for a fun September.

SNOWSHOE TOURS LAUNCH THIS WEEK!

Step out of your comfort zone into something new! We are mad snowshoe lovers, and the best news is that Snowshoe Tours are for everyone! The big draw? You get to explore the nooks and crannies of the mountain that many miss, and maybe meet some of the local inhabitants along the way.

So, how hard is it? Well, if you can walk, you can snowshoe. Your guide will point out interesting features and landmarks of the Australian Main Range as you venture into the big white yonder. And if you’re feeling fit, make the trek to the top of Mt. Kosciuszko to stand on the top of Australia. #winning

This is a great alternative to a day of downhilling or perfect if seeking soft adventure. Make sure you take your camera as the views are amazing. Tours will be running Wednesday, Friday and Saturday until the end of the season.

RIDE CENTRAL SPUR IN ALL ITS SPLENDIDNESS

With Sponars T-Bar making its season debut today, the Central Spur area is the place to be. Runs like Exhibition and Ego Alley will be shining in all their snowiest finery, opening up the mountain with views right down the spectacular Crackenback Valley.

ADULT & CHILD MAX5 LESSONS

Just recently launched! Small groups, max improvement. This does exactly what it says on the box – MAX5 lessons are out of the race gates and on the menu for those keen to dial up their skills whether that’s to go from snow plough to pow pow or fine tune technical turns.

The biggest bonus is serious one on one attention with the small group sizes meaning accelerated learning and shred-tastic value. All lessons are delivered with social distancing and follow the Government’s latest advice. Lessons are $85 and run daily at 11.30am and 2.00pm.

If MAX5 is 4 too many, you can also take a Private Lesson Adult or Child, which can include up to 3 participants from the same household.

BACKCOUNTRY TOURS GO GANGBUSTERS

Get the skins sticky, Thredbo Backcountry Tours are uber on trend right now! Conditions are ripe, so sign up for a new adventure on your skis or board. Head off the beaten path and make your own tracks outside the resort boundaries with an experienced guide.

On a Backcountry Tour, supported by The North Face, not only will you ride unique and inspiring terrain, but learn important backcountry safety skills. Safety, new experiences and fun, our favourite trilogy.

RING THE BELL!

Ride Karels T-Bar and ring the Thredbo Community Bell at the country’s highest lifted point and score views to Victoria. Suck in the fresh mountain air and take the 5km blue run from 2037 metres all the way back to base – perfect for a family morning adventure.

While you’re there, intermediate to advanced riders should take some turns on the recently renamed Frank’s Face, which is riding beautifully after the Storm of the Season. Frank’s Face, previously named The Tors was recently renamed after Thredbo local and Australia’s oldest Olympian Frank Prihoda.

LIFT PASSES!

With a promising springtime ahead and all resort areas now open, be sure to jump online and secure your lift passes before they get snapped up. Jump online here – you can even see how many passes remain on any given day with passes currently available from 31 August.

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Environment Week is next week! Taking care of our environment is of the utmost importance and as Australia’s Best Snow Resort, we’re on the front line of environmental impacts. So it’s no surprise our duty of care to the great outdoors is the baseline of our principles and passions, and that green (and white) is our favourite colour.

There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes at Thredbo Resort, so here are some insider peeks at how we aim to help keep the world turning.

GOING FOR GOLD!

Next year we’ll be eligible to obtain Gold EarthCheck Certification! So who’s EarthCheck? They’re a world leader in scientific benchmarking and an advisory group for travel and tourism. Since 2012 we’ve been working with them to measure Thredbo’s environmental performance.

We’ve just received Silver EarthCheck Certification for the fourth consecutive year, so in 2021 we’re going for gold!

Each year we provide benchmarking data to EarthCheck including information about our energy and water usage, our waste generation and sustainability policies. EarthCheck then hold an on-site audit where we provide evidence to verify our claims. The onsite audit provides valuable feedback on ways we can improve our operations over the next year.

BUY A TREE – A GLOBAL FIRST

Back in 2014, we started a forestry carbon offset program enabling guests to purchase a tree when buying lift products. During last winter season over 1,000 trees were purchased by guests to offset their drive to the snow. We love our guests.

This year, we have extended the $4 Buy A Tree initiative to retail and rental products as well as lift pass products (online or over-the-counter sales) and, during this year’s Environment Week, Thredbo will be matching, dollar-for-dollar all donations made 17 – 23 August.

For over a decade, we’ve partnered with Greenfleet to offset resort vehicle emissions (including all fuel used to run our snow groomers and the resort shuttle buses). In total we’ve offset nearly 10,910 tonnes of carbon emissions by planting over 40,000 native trees.

ANNOUNCING A PARTNERSHIP WITH KEEP IT COOL

Hot off the press, this Environment Week we are excited to announce a partnership with Keep It Cool, a local non-for-profit company. Based in the Snowy Mountains, they love the outdoors, and nature from powder days in winter to tacky trails in summer. They say it best, “Our planet is an amazing and beautiful place and the aim is to keep it that way. Forever”.

So you’ll find them (and us) supporting environmental initiatives that cross our path, educating to inspire change, building a community of like-minded people to help create momentum, and planting trees to drawdown carbon from the atmosphere and create new habitats for wildlife. Take a look at keepitcool.org.au.

WE’RE PLUGGED INTO RENEWABLE ENERGY

We’re all about renewable energy – now. Together with Red Energy and Snowy Hydro, Thredbo continues to lead the industry as Australia’s first snow resort to have all major resort operations powered by 100% renewable and clean energy. We’re stoked to have harnessed the opportunity to lead our industry and our community toward a more sustainable future, today.

A NEW ORGANICS RECYCLING MACHINE

We’re a bit excited about our new baby – Thredbo now has a Closed Loop organics recycling machine doubling capacity in food waste recycling, so more restaurants, lodges and apartments in Thredbo can take part. Food waste recycling not only reduces landfill BUT also creates compost product putting nutrients back into the soil. #doublewin.

We’ve also had a bullseye on removing single use plastics. Phase one will see the end of front of house single-use plastics including replacing plastic straws with paper and introducing certified compostable and sustainable sugar cane pulp food packaging, which can be composted in our organics machine. Phase two will see plastic free alternatives for back of house products and the introduction of sustainable alternatives throughout Thredbo Resort.

THE MERRITTS GONDOLA

You may have heard us ringing cowbells about launching Australia’s only alpine Gondola this year, and we’re not just proud that we did it, but how we did it. Not only is it a great addition to the resort, but the Merritts Gondola offers world leading drive technology, installed by Doppelmayr.

As Shaun Turner, General Manager of Doppelmayr Australia said, “Thredbo’s new gondola is driven by a massive slow turning motor which is super quiet and more efficient than a conventional gondola. We would like to commend Thredbo for demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and the environment with the uptake of this innovative technology.”

Also, during the past summer, as part of the new Merritts Gondola and Ricochet mountain bike trail developments a detailed rehabilitation plan was put in place to help stabilise the soil and provide habitats for native animals. Merritts Gondola rehabilitation work has seen Thredbo employees plant over 1,700 native trees, shrubs and poa grass with a further 5,500 to be planted post winter

SNOWSAT TECHNOLOGY (A SNOW DEPTH MAP)

Thredbo has invested in new SNOWsat technology to more accurately measure snow depth across the resort. This means that snow grooming and snow making is more efficient, saving fuel and energy as well as enhancing your riding experience.

ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU

There’s no better time to start new green habits than during Environment Week. Every bit counts, as cliché as that sounds. But here are some small things we can all do to give our planet the love she deserves.

Be a conscious consumer – Mend what you already have to keep it in use for longer. Consider buying pre-loved or re-purposed where you can and, if you have to buy new, buy better! Look for certified products or products that are made with recycled materials, sustainably sourced or carbon neutral, and look for certified sustainable brands. Looking for new snow gear? Thredbo stocks sustainable industry leaders Burton, Patagonia, Picture, The North Face and XTM.

Travel Smart to reduce your emissions – Car pool to the snow and offset your journey with Greenfleet and buy those $4 trees! Remember, Thredbo will match your donation during Environment Week (17-23 August 2020).

Reduce and Reuse – Say no to single use plastics – bags, bottles, cups, foam takeaway containers, straws and cutlery. Instead bring a reusable bag, travel with a keep cup or use Green Caffeen swap and go coffee cups, and avoid straws. Choose glass or aluminium packaging over plastic packaging when shopping as they can be easily reused and then recycled.

Recycle and buy recycled – It’s great to recycle your waste but that’s only half the work. Be an eco-hero and buy items made with recycled materials to help the market for recycled products expand. Look good, feel good and help close the loop!
https://recyclingnearyou.com.au/education/recycledproducts

Food waste – Eat locally grown and seasonal produce – it’ll taste better and be fresher for longer. Freeze and preserve what you can’t eat and any scraps can be composted or put into a worm farm to create rich organic soil for your garden.

Turn it off – Be a switch-er! When not in use switch off lights, heaters, plug sockets, computers and televisions to save energy. Looking for the next step? Think about swapping to a green energy supplier or installing renewable energy sources like solar panels at your home.

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Break free! Explore new frontiers! Once you are au fait with inbound slopes, you may become curious for a little more piste and quiet, and while scanning the Australian Main Range from the top of Karels T-Bar, those untracked slopes and limitless space start calling your name. If you’ve been thinking about exploring ‘out there’, but just don’t know how, then a Backcountry Tour is your invitation to an entirely new snow experience.

Whether on skis, snowboard or snow shoes, there are a variety of tours all featuring the backdrop of the raw beauty of gnarled eucalyptus trees, empty mountains and wildlife cameos. In groups of 2 – 5, learn backcountry skills from experienced guides (first aid trained, with avalanche certification, appropriate emergency equipment and mountains of off-piste experience). Tours range from introductory to advanced, so adventures abound whether this is your first uphill step, or you’re a backcountry bandit.

Get Your Skins On – The Introduction To Backcountry Tour

Skins? Huh? They’re the sticky things attached to skis or boards to help you grip the snow while uphilling. The Introduction to Backcountry Tour is for those taking their first foray into alpine touring. This is touring 101 on steroids, your guide will introduce you to the specialist equipment, safety aspects and skills required to negotiate simple backcountry terrain.

You’ll plan an achievable objective and wrap your head around skinning, basic navigation, awareness & safety. Bring the questions, all the questions! The full day, six-hour course is for intermediate to advanced riders and includes Volk ski or Burton split board rental from Thredbo Sports. The cost is $199 and is also a pre-requisite before joining the other more demanding tours.

Beyond The Boundaries Your

If you’ve completed the introductory course it’s time to step it up, literally! This adventure will take you out of the resort boundaries to all our secret spots whether it be for stashes or scenery. Find some of the best and most unique terrain Australia has to offer from Bogong to Mt Kosciuszko or choose your own adventure with a custom combination. Whatever your destination, the mission is to find the perfect line and score fresh snow.

You’ll score not only new knowledge of the area, but experience terrain variety and further develop your backcountry and alpine touring skills. Tours from $299.

Advanced Adventurer Tour

You’re a backcountry bandit and there’s no holding you back! You eat fresh tracks for breakfast, get excited about things like outerwear vent zips and always wonder what’s around the next corner. This tour is for you. This can be highly customised, with all day destinations including Leatherbarrel, Twin Valleys and Etheridge.

Previous backcounty and touring skills essential and advanced ability must be in your bag of tricks as you become more familiar with riding more technical terrain. The bonus? There’s also the chance to to summit and ride some of Australia’s highest peaks. Tours are $299.

The Mt Kosciuszko Summit Tour – New For 2020!

This is the Big Kahuna, a ski or snowboard of Australia’s highest peak, sitting at 2,228 metres and one of the iconic seven summits (the highest on each continent in the world). If after breaking ground adventure this is the tick-all-the-boxes tour; you’ll leave the resort boundaries, experience the majestic Main Range and stand at the very top of Australia. The ultimate bucket list tour and it will be a must-do for snow lovers.

Backcountry Access Past

Are you OK to head out independently? If experienced in backcountry, before heading out don’t forget to fill in an online Trip Intention Form with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service as a safety basic. Load up a Backcountry Access Pass ($42 adults, $10 child 5 – 17 years) onto a MyThredbo card from Guest Services Valley Terminal for a way one trip up Kosciuszko Express Chairlift.

* We recognise the Ngarigo People as the Traditional Custodians of this land. We would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Elders past and present and their traditions and culture.
* All Thredbo Backcountry Adventures conducted in Kosciuszko National Park are accredited with Ecotourism Australia at the Advanced Ecotourism level. This reinforces our commitment to using sustainable practices minimising climate change impacts from conducting these activities.

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When ‘The Tors’ run was re-named Frank’s Face at Thredbo today, it is in honour of Thredbo resident and Australia’s oldest living Olympian Frank Prihoda as he celebrates his 99th birthday. But this is just the ski tip of an incredible story.

The intermediate run from Australia’s highest lifted point is sandwiched between Karel’s T Bar and Sasha’s Schuss, named after Frank’s brother-in-law, Karel Nekvapil and his sister Sasha (who married Nevkapil). “Having the Frank’s Face trail located between Karel’s T-bar and Sasha’s Schuss gives me great pleasure and feels like family,” says Prihoda.

Frank’s legacy, community and contribution was recognised at a small gathering last night at Frank’s home in Thredbo with Ondřej Boháč, Chargé d´Affaires of the Czech Republic to Australia, Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver, and two-time Winter Olympian and fellow Thredbo resident Jono Brauer representing the Australian Olympic Commission (AOC) in attendance. “I feel especially honoured….it’s something which I don’t quite know how to express” says Prihoda of the run’s new name. “It confirms my connection with Thredbo, my love for this place and my long term residence. It is just such an honour”

From Europe to Australia

The story of this Czech influence in Thredbo began over 70 years ago, when a young Frank fled the former Czechoslovakia and the communist regime. With him was Karel, and later in 1949 his sister Sasha, a ski team member of the communist Czechoslovakian Ski Federation who found her chance to slip away after a Swiss race meet.

Adding to Thredbo’s deep European links is Tony Sponar, who borrowed Prihoda’s Jeep to escape to St Anton in Austria (namesake of Sponar’s T Bar). Reunited in the Arlberg, the trio were integral to the development of skiing in Thredbo and importing the Arlberg technique, the blueprint of many ski schools worldwide.

Frank continued his alpine love after landing in Australia, his sister luring him from Melbourne in 1974. “My sister Sasha and her husband were running a lodge here – Sasha’s lodge, the second ever commercial lodge in Thredbo. Consequently I had a connection to Thredbo and for me it was a place I wanted to be. I love the place, the atmosphere, the skiing and the winter.”

An Olympian and Face of Thredbo

Having competed in the Winter Olympics in Cortina in 1956, Prihoda has also recently been awarded the Snow Medal Australia, a new award from June 2020 to recognise Australians at the highest level of winter sport. In 2014 Frank was also named as one of the Faces of Thredbo, along with his sister and brother-in-law, for significant contributions to skiing and making Thredbo what it is today.

Today his hope is that other’s feel his love for his mountain home. “I wish for Thredbo to prosper and to get over the difficult challenges that it has encountered with the bushfires and now the pandemic. It would be nice for heaven to be kind to us now and send us a lot of snow so Thredbo can give all its visitors the experience they would like.”

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A little known fact: the extraordinary engineering feat of the Snowy Hydro Scheme succeeded due to a few factors; intelligence and ambition, the worker’s bravery and Land Rovers. Produced from 1948, these were the only vehicles capable of tackling the rugged terrain and became the backbone of the program. With over 300 in service with the Snowy Mountains Authority, it was lauded as the ultimate alpine car.

Select high-range and fast-forward to 2020, and Land Rover has returned to where it literally helped move mountains, now as the official automotive resort sponsor of Thredbo Resort.

This year represents milestones for both, Land Rover launches the New Defender, the most capable Land Rover ever created, and Thredbo launches the new Merritts Gondola, Australia’s only alpine Gondola.

Thredbo General Manager Stuart Diver says, “More than an alliance, this is a ‘welcome home’ as Land Rover played a huge part in opening up the Snowies. We both celebrate innovation, the off-road, the outdoor and going above and beyond. We are thrilled by this perfect marriage of values.”

Mark Cameron, Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover Australia commented, “We are delighted to partner with Thredbo Resort and to re-invigorate our long relationship with the Australian Alpine region. Land Rover has always been the vehicle of choice for those Australians who harness the above and beyond spirit of adventure.”

While the original Land Rovers carried engineers, hydrologists, surveyors and medical personnel in the mountains, now skiers and snowboarders are on-board – and the experience is radically different.

Keen and Stoked – Features Skiers Will Love 

No one is more excited by the partnership than Thredbo resort personalities, Captain Keen and Sergeant Stoked, who we are told are doing backflips in excitement after learning about the skier-friendly features of the Land Rover Vehicle line up.

Riders will love the Activity Key¹. Ever lost a key on the slope? Strap on this water and shock proof wristband that lets you unlock, lock, start and drive. Ever run over your own skis? When backing out of Thredbo’s new expanded carpark, the ClearSight Ground View² allows you to view the car underside and wheels. And if you’ve been trapped in a sweaty-sock, post day on the slopes car, the Cabin Air Ionisation removes airborne bacteria and associated odours, while the Four zone climate control, heated steering wheel and heated and cooled seats means that the ‘always cold’ one can score a post slope back seat sauna while you chill up front.

For convenience, Land Rovers can drive steeper than you probably ski with low range gearing³, an active electronic differential⁴, and an approach angle of 38 degrees⁵. You can also check out tomorrow’s snow report on the way down with the ‘connected’ 10” touch screen which can display weather updates and give access to online media sources.

1. Activity Key available on Discovery, Discovery Sport and new Defender
2. Clearsight ground view available on Discovery Sport and New Defender
3. Low range gearing available on Range Rover, range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar, Discovery and new Defender
4. Active Electronic Differential available on Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar, Discovery and new Defender
5. 38 degrees is the approach angle available on the new Defender fitted with air suspension

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Tourism and Snowy Mountains dignitaries gathered to celebrate the launch of Australia’s only alpine gondola in Thredbo Resort, just in time for the commencement of the 2020 snow season.

Alan Rydge, Chairman of the Board of Event Hospitality and Entertainment Limited (EVT) and CEO Jane Hastings, along with Stuart Diver, General Manager of Thredbo Resort, cut the red ribbon heralding the official opening of Merritts Gondola.

This significant milestone in the history of Australian snow resorts was witnessed by attendees including Nicole Foster, Global PR and Advocacy for Tourism Australia, Steve Cox, CEO Destination NSW and Wayne Kirkpatrick, Chairman, Tourism Snowy Mountains.

The official opening of the 8-person, 1.3km long European-style gondola represents a significant multi-million-dollar investment by EVENT and is the fruition of years of planning and development. The investment aligns with the Group’s key strategic priority to maximise assets to enable growth and deliver the best possible customer experiences. The Thredbo plan is centred on enhancing the skier, hiker and mountain biker experience.

Over the past summer, Thredbo Resort has completed other significant developments including the installation of a fully automated snowmaking system on ‘Dream Run’, a new car park at Friday Flat with 75 additional car parks and an expanded grooming fleet.

“We are very much looking forward to enhancing the guest experience in the resort, as well as working with the various tourism bodies to support the resurgence of domestic tourism during the coming months”, stated Diver. “We are committed to doing everything possible to drive visitation, not only to Thredbo but the wider Snowy Mountains. We have no doubt that the Gondola, which is now Australia’s highest and only alpine gondola will provide just another driver for tourism to the area in both winter and summer.”

Following the launch, attendees marked the occasion by riding the gondola (two to a cabin) to top station and return, before dining in Cascades restaurant in the Thredbo Alpine Hotel.

The small-scale event was held in keeping with current restrictions on gathering sizes.

Thredbo Resort opens for the snow season tomorrow with Friday Flat open for skiing and snowboarding and more terrain planned to open during the week as and when conditions allow.

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Thredbo Resort, operated by EVENT Hospitality and Entertainment Ltd, has today announced the completion of several developments. This includes the launch of the Merritts Gondola, the only alpine gondola in Australia. In addition, EVENT has also invested in a new car park, improvements to Dream Run including snowmaking, an expanded grooming fleet, and has continued to introduce new sustainability measures all of which contribute to delivering an enhanced experience for visitors to Thredbo.

Thredbo is Australia’s premier alpine resort and has been voted Australia’s Best Ski Resort in the World Ski Awards for three consecutive years. The Gondola investment will further enhance this position, replacing the Merritts double chairlift and quadrupling capacity. The cabin-style lift is similar to those found in Europe and North America and represents the culmination of two years of planning and development, delivering a new crucial inter-mountain link.

Stuart Diver, General Manager of Thredbo Resort today said: “The investment being made in Thredbo is really exciting to see, and I have no doubt Thredbo customers will agree. The launch of the Gondola is a huge event for Thredbo and the entire community who have worked so hard to make this happen. It is a remarkable engineering achievement thanks to the tenacity and depth of knowledge and expertise at Doppelmayr, the world’s leading manufacturer of ski lifts. The completion of this phase of our development plan will enhance the customer experience and continue to ensure we remain Australia’s premier resort.

“Snow lovers will be thrilled with easier access to the Cruiser area and the Friday Flat beginners’ area, and with the improvements we have made to the popular Dream Run, including a new automated snowmaking system.

“We care deeply about our responsibility of operating in a unique natural environment, which is why being Australia’s first ski resort to be powered exclusively by clean, renewable energy was also an important milestone.”

The Merritts Gondola

Shaun Turner, General Manager of Doppelmayr Australia said, “Doppelmayr is proud to be delivering Merritts Gondola to Thredbo on time for the 2020 winter snow season. Merritts is the first eight-passenger gondola in the Australian snowfields and offers world leading European quality, safety and green technology.

“Thredbo’s new gondola is driven by a massive slow turning motor which is super quiet and more efficient than a conventional gondola. We would like to commend Thredbo for demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and the environment with the uptake of this innovative technology.”

The investment in the Merritts Gondola provides:

Easier access for Village guests of all abilities to the Friday Flat and Cruiser area.

Fast turnaround access from the Gondola Mid-Station to the Top-Station for intermediate and advanced ski and snowboarders accessing the popular Dream Run and its surrounding tree runs.

Easier access for foot and scenic passengers to the Merritts Mountain House.

Reduced pressure on the Kosciuszko Express and Gunbarrel Express chairlifts.

Jane Hastings, Chief Executive Officer of EVENT Hospitality & Entertainment said: “As a Group, a key strategic priority is to maximise our assets to enable growth and deliver the best possible customer experiences. Our Thredbo plan is centred on enhancing the skier, hiker and mountain biker experience with targeted investment on mountain that respects the environment we are operating in. Our recent investments in the Merritts Gondola, snowmaking on Dream Run, an expanded snow grooming fleet and increased carparks will enable more customers to enjoy an even better Thredbo experience. I am incredibly proud of our team at Thredbo for their absolute commitment in overcoming the impact of the bushfires, adjusting our operating model for COVID-19 restrictions, and delivering this phase of our strategic plan.”

Other Developments in Thredbo

The winter stage is set with additional snowmaking, car park expansions and continued commitment from Thredbo Resort to power all its major resort operations with 100% renewable energy:

Snowmaking on ‘Dream Run’. This aptly named popular intermediate to advanced run will have its own automated snowmaking system. This will become a link run allowing better access to Friday Flat and the Mid-Station of the new Merritts Gondola.

Additional car parking at Friday Flat with 75 additional spaces available.

Pistenbully snow groomer. A brand new Pistenbully PB600 Polar Free Grooming Cat has been added to Thredbo’s extensive fleet of snow groomers. The Euro V compliant motor sees increased power over its predecessor, while significantly reducing particulate and nitrogen emission. It’s designed to cover large areas quickly and efficiently whilst delivering the best quality groomed runs for our guests.

SNOWsat snow depth technology. Thredbo has invested in new SNOWsat technology to more accurately measure snow depth across the resort. Developed by the snow groomer machine manufacturer Kassbohrer, the technology involves sensors being placed on the grooming machines that relay snow depth measurements via satellite to our server and provides a detailed snow depth map. The snow depth map will deliver efficiencies in both snow grooming and snow making to further enhance the skiing and snowboarding experience.

Renamed trail ‘Frank’s Face’. One of Thredbo’s iconic trails is being renamed after the incredible Frank Prihoda, Australia’s oldest Olympian and Thredbo local who turns 99 on 8 July 2020. The blue (intermediate) trail runs from the top of Karel’s T-bar from Australia’s highest lifted point of 2037 metres to Basin T-bar.

Environmental initiatives. Together with Red Energy and Snowy Hydro, Thredbo continues to lead the industry as Australia’s first snow resort to have all major resort operations powered by 100% renewable energy. New environmental initiatives for 2020 include sugarcane pulp food packaging (certified compostable and sustainable) and a closed loop organics recycling machine, doubling Thredbo’s food waste recycling capacity. In addition, Thredbo has undertaken an extensive rehabilitation native planting project and used repurposed materials in the construction of the new Friday Flat car park retaining walls.

The official Opening of the Merritts Gondola will take place in Thredbo on Saturday 20 June 2020 with key representatives from EVENT, Government tourism and industry organisations invited to the limited capacity event, in keeping with the current COVID-19 restrictions on gathering sizes.

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A flamingo pink and hot yellow sky burn behind a gaily-coloured ribbon of gondolas. Lightly coloured eucalyptus trees sprout below petrol-hued mountains. When flipping over the ski pass this winter, these are a few of the innocent features you’ll find on the MyThredbo pass art. And the mini masterpiece isn’t by a big-name artist (yet). Rather this is the winner of the MyThredbo Card Art Competition, 8-year-old Sophie from Jindabyne Central School.

For the past five years, the MyThredbo card has featured commissioned artists who have a strong link to Thredbo, to showcase the depth of talent in the Snowy Mountains and the special relationship each has with the mountains.

Past artists on the lift pass card have included two-time Archibald prize finalist Zoe Young, canvas board creator Imants Tillers and the internationally recognised Andrew ‘Grassi’ Kelaher. Brad Spalding was the inaugural artist, the former Thredbo Snow School Director creating a distinctive series of raincoat-clad ‘sou-wester’ people (winner of the Thredbo Art Prize in 1995).

Celebrating Community

Sophie is in excellent company. This year the artwork celebrates community, with local schoolchildren from Jindabyne Central School and Snowy Mountains Grammar School from Kindergarten to Year 6 invited to join the competition with the theme ‘gondola’.

Sophie, described as a ‘kind and helpful member of her class’ was thrilled to learn she has the successful entry in the MyThredbo Art Competition and her picture channelled her love of the Australian ski fields at Thredbo and her excitement at the building of the new gondola. A keen skier, she says she feels happy when being artistic and enjoys the fact that her art gives her ideas for writing in her journal at home.

And to showcase the rest of the other outstanding entries, Thredbo Resort will also display a colourful selection of the shortlisted entries on the roof of one lucky Gondola cabin – so don’t forget to look up!

Art, Art, Everywhere

This is the latest innovation to thrill art enthusiasts. While the MyThredbo card takes artwork on-slope, off-slope art inspiration continues with a self-guided Art Walk featuring thirty art stops.

Along the wandering trail, art works include Descent by Robert Hague, a winner of The Director’s Prize for Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea. Commissioned for Thredbo’s 50th anniversary, the bronze and weather steel piece features the imagined path of a skier carving down the mountain. One of Brad Spalding’s ‘sou-westers’ (Enter the World of the Sou Wester) is featured in the Thredbo Alpine Hotel’s lobby, and by the adjacent small pond you’ll be surprised by a bronze nude (Mountain Dance by Thomas Bucich) inspired by the movement and gesture of Snow Gum trees.

The collection is ever evolving, with new additions gracing the nooks and crannies of the village.

Resort information: The MyThredbo card is your personal one-stop shop to Thredbo. Whenever you buy a product online, or in resort, the product will be loaded onto your MyThredbo Card. Products include lift tickets, lessons and gear hire at the Online Shop. Visit Thredbo.com.au.

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Caroline Brauer 
Thredbo Marketing Manager
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Skiers and snowboarders, start tuning your edges and melting wax, this is the news snow lovers have been waiting for. With the easing of regulations, Thredbo is thrilled to announce it is planning to open for the winter season from 22 June 2020, conditions permitting.

To enable the resort to open for skiing and snowboarding, Thredbo will be implementing a revised operating model that has been developed under the advice provided by the NSW Health Department and the State and Federal Governments. The revised model includes reduced daily capacity limits by up to 50% on usual capacity at this stage and the implementation of a range of social distancing and sanitisation measures.

On the mountain, daily capacity will be limited to enable the resort to open under the Government restrictions. As a result, all guests will need to pre-purchase day lift passes or multi-day passes prior to arrival. Season Pass holders will be offered the choice of a refund or credit for their pre-purchased passes and will be provided with access to discounted day passes*. Thredbo will be communicating with all Season Pass holders by Thursday 4 June in relation to their options. Throughout the season, guests will be encouraged to use contactless payment using MyThredbo cards across all Thredbo outlets.

Other measures include 1.5m ‘ski tip to tail’ social distancing in lift queues and a limit of two per quad chair, two per gondola cabin and one per T-bar. Given the limited capacity, it is expected that skiers and snowboarders will incur wait times similar to a normal season. In addition, only private skiing and snowboarding lessons are able to be offered. Thredboland will be unable to open at the time of the season opening, but this will continue to be monitored as restrictions ease. Restaurants and bars will operate in alignment with Government restrictions as they continue to evolve.

The resort has invested in best practice hygiene and sanitisation measures including installing sanitisation stations throughout the resort and has incorporated new procedures to effectively sanitise high use areas including chairlifts, gondola cabins and rental equipment. The resort has also enhanced its stringent approach to cleaning all resort facilities and venues.

Thredbo Resort General Manager Stuart Diver says the resort is looking forward to welcoming guests back and has implemented an operating model to allow guests to ski and snowboard this winter.

“The wellbeing of our guests and our people is always our highest priority at Thredbo. We have worked hard with the relevant authorities to be able to open Thredbo this winter, which will look quite different to previous years. Our revised operating model is necessary for us to operate within the NSW Government’s social distancing restrictions and capacity restraints, to allow us to open.

“We would really appreciate if guests could exercise patience as we navigate through the season and play their part in respecting social distancing requirements. We’ll be communicating all safety messages to our guests prior to arrival and remind guests they should not visit the resort if they are unwell.

“After such a challenging start to 2020 with the bushfires and now COVID-19, we are so pleased to open and we’re confident we will continue to deliver Australia’s best skiing and snowboarding this winter. We will be opening our new Merritts Gondola, Australia’s only alpine gondola, as well as the enhanced ‘Dream Run’ experience with a new snowmaking system installed along with increased car parking.”

Thredbo’s revised product offering including day passes, private lessons, ski and snowboard rental and accommodation will be available for pre-purchase from 11.59pm on Wednesday 10 June 2020 by visiting Thredbo.com.au**.

Thredbo is providing a flexible COVID-19 cancellation Policy (terms & conditions apply), allowing a cancellation, change of dates or credit for pre-purchased lift, lesson, rental products and/or accommodation purchased via Thredbo Resort Centre or The Thredbo Alpine Hotel if:

• Thredbo is closed due to COVID-19 or;
• Government policies due to COVID-19 prevent guests from travelling on intended dates.

For more information, visit: https://www.thredbo.com.au/about-thredbo/covid-19-update/

 See you on the slopes! Now we know when we can open, it’s a date.

 *A portion of the daily inventory of tickets will be allocated to Season Pass holders at the discounted rate. Season Pass holders will also be given access to a program that offers a greater discount on the daily rate the more days that are purchased.

 **Updated Terms and Conditions of visiting Thredbo will include requirements for guests to comply with COVID-19 restrictions during their visit.

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For further information, please contact:
Caroline Brauer 
Thredbo Marketing Manager
02 6459 4100
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Thredbo Easter Family Adventure highlights:

• Free family activities every day of the week over the entire Easter school holidays 11-25 April 2020.
• Major cash prizes at the famous $10,000 Golden Easter Egg Hunt supported by Lindt.
• One of Australia’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunts with 5000 Lindt chocolate Easter eggs.
• An extensive hiking and biking trail network full of gravity defying fun, iconic walks and stunning views for all.
• Incredible conditions in Thredbo with green and lush natural landscapes – the perfect outdoor playground for kids of all ages.

Thredbo’s the place to be these Easter school holidays with a mega mountain of fun over the entire Easter school holiday period.

Thredbo’s famous $10,000 Golden Easter Egg Hunt supported by Lindt headlines the festival with major cash prizes up for grabs. This huge event is Australia’s highest Easter egg hunt and features one golden egg worth $5000 and five golden eggs worth $1000 each. On top this, kids will have heaps of fun at the Lindt Giant Kids Easter Egg Hunt featuring over 5000 Lindt chocolates.

The Easter Family Adventure Festival offers something for everyone with a huge range of scheduled crafts, games and adventure activities from 11 – 25 April. Active families will enjoy the Thredbo Leisure Centre’s daily K7 Bouldering Clinics, Mission Inflatable fun and ACE Trampoline classes as well as outdoor Disc Golf, free Family Kids Yoga and tree planting. Kids imaginations will run wild with the Book Teepee, Craftworks, face painting and much more.

Thredbo’s incredible hiking and biking trails are also filled with gravity defying thrills and stunning views for all ages and abilities. Make it a family tradition and stand on top of Australia on the bucket list 13km Mt Kosciuszko Summit Hike. The Thredbo Mountain Bike Park offers excitement for downhill enthusiasts with creative trails and Australia’s only summer long lifted alpine access plus cross-country adventurers will have hours of fun on the picturesque Thredbo Valley Track.

Families can stay close to the action for less with the 3 for 2 Family Escape accommodation deal and the kids play for $10 Summer Resort Pass. With a bursting Easter Family Adventure Festival calendar and great accommodation options for all budgets and tastes, Thredbo is the perfect family getaway destination these Easter school holidays.

For more information visit thredbo.com.au/events.

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Thredbo Brand and Marketing Manager
02 9373 6766

Construction of Australia’s only alpine Gondola is well underway and on target for completion ahead of the upcoming 2020 winter snow season at Thredbo Resort. This exciting development will see the Merritts double chairlift replaced with a high speed, eight-person Gondola that will quadruple the capacity of the previous lift and further enhance the award-winning Thredbo experience.

In addition to the Gondola, a fully automated snowmaking system on the popular ‘Dream Run’ is being installed as well as other slope works ahead of the upcoming winter. This development will allow more reliable access to Friday Flat and the mid-station of the new Merritts Gondola as well as better access to a wide variety of intermediate and advanced tree runs.

Stage One of Thredbo’s carparking expansion plan is also on schedule for completion prior to winter 2020. This addition will see an additional carparking lot at Friday Flat, providing enhanced access for Thredbo’s day trip market.

“After years of planning, it is so great to see these developments finally come to life. We are hugely excited to be the first Australian alpine resort to offer a new level of transportation with the Merritts Gondola, and we look forward to opening it ahead of the 2020 winter,” explained Stuart Diver, General Manager Thredbo Resort.

“Thredbo prides itself on providing our guests with the best experience possible. The new Gondola, snowmaking on Dream Run and the additional carparking facility will allow us to do that better than ever.”

Construction on the immense Merritts Gondola project is being carried out by the company Doppelmayr and will run until May 2020. The Gondola cabins, which were made by CWA in Olten, Switzerland have arrived in the resort, and other specialised equipment has been in production since March 2019 in Wolfurt, Austria.

The scale of the project will see over 45 containers of equipment, 20 truckloads of reinforcing and steel, and 150 truckloads of concrete delivered to Thredbo. Over 170 people will be directly and indirectly involved in the construction process with approximately 25-30 people working on-site on the project.

“This is the first project of its kind to be completed in Australia and we’re very excited to be involved. An immense effort is required, however with the best in European equipment and a great team we are confident of delivering this project on time and budget. We know that the end result will be a massive asset to Australia’s snow resorts and will be operational for the 2020 winter season,” said Shaun Turner, General Manager of Doppelmayr Australia.

Construction that has been completed to date includes the demolition of the existing Merritts Chairlift towers and stations, excavation and foundation work at the bottom, mid and top station locations before installation of everything from the carrier parking sheds to the towers and stations themselves.

Once completed the new Gondola will span over 1.3 kilometres, rise 298 vertical metres, and be able to lift 2,000 people per hour. Travel time on the Gondola from Thredbo Village to the Cruiser area will be approximately six minutes, saving 15 minutes on current times and carrying up to eight people per cabin in comfort and full protection from the weather.

Guests visiting Thredbo from winter 2020 will experience the following benefits of the Merritts Gondola development:

• Easier access for Village Guests of all abilities to the Friday Flat area. Guests travelling from the Village to the popular Friday Flat beginners and Thredbo Snow Sports School base can travel from the Village and alight at the mid-station of the Gondola just above Friday Flat.
• Easier access for Village Guests of all abilities to the Cruiser area. Beginners, intermediates and advanced skiers and snowboarders can continue to the Cruiser area for a variety of wide-open terrain
• Fast turnaround access from the Gondola mid-station to the top station for intermediates and advanced wanting to ski or snowboard the popular Dream Run and its surrounding tree runs.
• Foot/scenic passenger access to the scenic location of Merritts Mountain House.

For access to our media gallery of images and video please click here.

To celebrate these exciting developments including the Merritts Gondola, Thredbo is running a #MyGondola Snap & Win promotion until March 31 2020. Guests simply snap a photo of their favourite Thredbo moment and post it on Instagram with #MyGondola and tag @thredboresort for their chance for their photo to feature inside a Gondola cabin. The grand prize winner will receive a trip to Thredbo including three nights’ accommodation, a three-day lift pass and rental during winter 2020.

For further information contact:

Richie Carroll, Brand and Marketing Manager media_thredbo@evt.com

After a hugely successful winter, Thredbo has stamped its mark as Australia’s top alpine tourist destination by winning the prestigious accolade of the Best Australian Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards held in Kitzbühel, Austria over the weekend.

The World Ski Awards, voted on by professionals in the snow industry and skiers & snowboarders worldwide, is a global initiative that recognises, rewards and celebrates excellence in the snow industry. It aims to drive up standards within snow tourism industry by rewarding the organisations that excel in their field.

This is the third consecutive year that Thredbo has been named Australia’s Best Ski Resort at these prestigious global awards.

“What an amazing award to win. The recognition of Thredbo as the best in Australia for the third year running is testimony to the dedication and professionalism of the whole Thredbo team…plus the incredible combination of our vibrant village and the significant vertical offered by Australia’s longest runs and most exciting terrain” said Stuart Diver, Thredbo Resort General Manager.

“We’re preparing for an even bigger winter ahead for 2020 with exciting new developments such as the Merritts Gondola that will see us continue to bring customers the best possible snow experience,” continued Stuart.

This award caps off some other huge acknowledgments and sits alongside other recently presented awards this year including the Best Australian Ski Resort for Families in the Family Travel – Best of Family Travel Awards.

With a highly acclaimed children’s snow sports school, family fun nights, kids festival, dedicated child care and easy to get around village, Thredbo is a favourite for families.

These awards are a reflection of Thredbo’s ongoing commitment to create holidays to remember with exceptional experiences both on and off the mountain. With a great village, mountain facilities and an unrivalled ambience plus new and exciting developments Thredbo, continues to shine.

Click here for a collection of the best hits from winter 2019. Feel free to use and share across your various channels.

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For release 25 November 2019

The seventh instalment of the famous Thredbo Cannonball MTB Festival is back 4-8 December with legends, superstars and everyday riders lining up for their share of the $100,000 in cash and prizes. See full release here Thredbo Cannonball MTB Festival is back for 2019

Here’s your chance to be featured…
Visitors to Thredbo this spring can step inside and sample the new Merritts Gondola with a display cabin now on show at Friday Flat.  The first cabin has arrived, ahead of alpine Australia’s first Gondola being constructed ready for next winter.
The Gondola, that will replace the Merritts Double Chairlift, will transport skiers, snowboarders and sightseers from the village to the intermediate and beginner terrain of the Cruiser area in just six minutes with a convenient mid-station. Read all about it here Media release – First Gondola in Alpine Australia

A Pass for All | Unlimited Riding | Global Benefits | Summer Adventures – Secure the lowest price guarantee with a $49 deposit…
August has been full of fresh snow and today Thredbo is launching the annual Season Pass Sale with a line-up of fresh options and benefits. The three pass choices will suit winter warriors, international powder chasers and year round adventurers. See here for the full release Thredbo Season Pass Sale 2019 NOW ON

In an Australian snow industry first, Thredbo is excited to announce that all its major resort operations are now powered by renewable energy. Thredbo has signed an agreement with Red Energy to obtain the resort operations’ electricity supply from renewable sources, reinforcing Thredbo’s core commitment to the environment.

In a three year deal with Red Energy, the resort has purchased 9 gigawatt hours of energy per year, the equivalent to the electricity consumed by 1,500 average homes. With Thredbo located in the Snowy Mountains, electricity consumption peaks in the winter months with the addition of snowmaking, heating and guest amenities so this agreement goes a long way to preserving the backyard we love, for future generations.

“Becoming powered by renewable energy has been our goal for some time now and by achieving this we’ve set the environmental benchmark for Australian resorts. We are extremely proud to be at the forefront of reducing our carbon footprint into the future,” said Stuart Diver, General Manager of Thredbo.

Red Energy is 100% owned by Snowy Hydro, making this a valuable partnership with two local environmentally conscious businesses.

Paul Broad, Managing Director of Snowy Hydro said, “This landmark Energy Supply Agreement with Thredbo represents one of the first direct off-takes for ‘firmed’ renewable electricity of this type. On-demand hydro from the mighty Snowy Scheme will underpin our contracted wind and solar generation, meaning Red Energy can supply Thredbo with reliable renewable energy. It’s really satisfying to play our part in Thredbo’s commitment to reducing their carbon footprint”.

The announcement coincides with the launch of Thredbo’s Environmental Week taking place 22 – 28 July 2019. The week is designed to raise awareness of the amazing environment Thredbo is located within; together with the initiatives the resort has in place to protect it. Highlights of Thredbo’s Environmental Week include:

Hike to Kosciuszko with Torah Bright

Celebrate the environment with Thredbo’s favourite Ambassador Torah Bright. The community will come together in nature’s playground to showcase the environment and what we need to do to take care of it. The mass hike to the top of Mt Kosciuszko will be open for all backcountry snow enthusiasts to show their support for their backyard.

National Tree Day

Thredbo has teamed up with Toyota and Greenfleet to make a positive impact on the local community and the environment. Across the weekend of 27-28 July 2019, guests can purchase a tree for $4.00 that will offset the emissions of their travel to the snow that is then planted regionally. It’s double good news as Thredbo will match all weekend donations dollar for dollar. Since 2014, Thredbo guests have offset nearly 8,000 tonnes of carbon emissions by planting over 30,000 trees.

Thredbo understands caring for the environment is a team effort so in collaboration with Protect Our Winters (POW), residents, guests and local businesses, we aim to preserve, protect and prioritise the mountain and its surrounding environment everyone values so much.

For images and videos see here.

The full Thredbo Environmental Initiatives can be viewed here.

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PH: 02 6459 4185
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Perfect autumn alpine weather, a mass of activities and events plus chocolate galore saw record numbers head to Thredbo this Easter Long Weekend.

Stunning April weather drew record numbers of visitors to the outdoors with Mt Kosciuszko, a big attraction.  Thredbo Mountain Bike Park was a bustling with riders enjoying the 50km of gravity trails across the weekend.

It was all about surprise and delight Easter Sunday as the fifth annual Giant Easter Egg Hunt filled the pockets of the crowd with thousands of dollars in cash and just as many Lindt choc delights. Read more here Thredbo’s Golden Easter

Ikon Pass Now Offers Access to 39 Global Destinations – 2019/20 Ikon Pass Pricing Goes Up April 24.

The enviable list of the world’s best resorts in the Ikon Pass alliance has been expanded with Mt Buller joining Thredbo in the Ikon global community.

“We are thrilled to have another favourite Australian resort added to the Ikon Pass, this gives skiers and boarders the ability to shred Australia’s and the world’s best resorts” said Angus Thomson, Director of Marketing Thredbo.

Mt Buller is one of Australia’s best-loved ski destinations offering lifted skiing to winter visitors since 1949. An easy three hour drive north-east from Melbourne Mt Buller attracts a cosmopolitan crowd to its picturesque 300 ha ski area and vibrant alpine village.  Full details are here Mt Buller joins Ikon

Aussie Dollar Offer to Australians & New Zealanders
Only $449 AUD | 37 total days at the world’s best resorts | PLUS 50% off additional days at full Mountain Collective partner resorts.

Thredbo is excited to welcome another Australian favourite, Mt Buller, to the family of world class resorts that make up The Mountain Collective – an alliance of some of the best skiing and riding destinations on the planet.

Boasting Victoria’s largest lifting network and just three hours from Melbourne, Mt Buller joins the popular Mountain Collective pass that includes Thredbo, Coronet Peak – The Remarkables and Mt Hutt across the Tasman in New Zealand, Niseko United in Japan and top shelf resorts across North America including Alta, Aspen Snowmass, Banff Sunshine, Big Sky, Jackson Hole, Lake Louise, Mammoth, Revelstoke, Snowbird, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Sugarbush, Taos, along with Valle Nevado in South America and Chamonix in France (Global Affiliate) Read the full release here Media Release – Thredbo welcomes Mt Buller to the Mountain Collective

If you are after a weekend of beautiful food, amazing wines and live entertainment you are in luck as Thredbo are hosting Taste of the Snowies: The inaugural Thredbo Food and Wine Festival. Read all about it here Media Release – Thredbo to host the inaugural Taste of the Snowies this weekend

$10,000 Golden Easter Egg Hunt

This autumn the mountains are action packed with events, activities and adventures.   Thredbo has so much planned for the Easter School Holidays with an experience for the whole family.

Headlining is Thredbo’s Golden Easter Egg Hunt by Lindt, April 21, where six hidden Easter Bunnies represent cash. There will be a jackpot Bunny worth $5,000 and five other golden Bunnies worth $1,000 each. With six opportunities to take home to cash this Easter could be extra $pecial.  For the littlies there will also be the famous Giant Kids Easter Egg Hunt, where over 5,000 Lindt chocolate eggs will be ready to be found.  Bring your own basket or create one at the craft workshops. Check out the program here.  Full release Easter and School Holiday Adventures in Thredbo.19

It was a sunshine showdown for the third instalment of the Thredbo Super Enduro presented by Maxxis.  A record field of riders, perfect mountain weather, a $25,000 prize pool and three big gravity trails made for a huge day of racing.

Clouds of dust hovered above Thredbo’s trails – as over 400 riders lapped the Cannonball Downhill, Kosciuszko Flow and the All-Mountain Trail over a five hour period.

There was a great mix of women and men, amateurs, pro’s, young pinners and master riders, the highly competitive masters 2 category saw close to 100 riders.
Read the full race wrap here Thredbo Super Enduro wrap 2019

Bring your A game and tactics to Thredbo Mountain Bike Park this weekend for the third instalment of the Thredbo Super Enduro presented by Maxxis.  Riders take on three gravity tracks, on one bike, over a five hour period and with $25K in cash and prizes across 21 categories, there are plenty of podium places up for grabs.  The event showcases the great riding on offer in the Thredbo Mountain Bike Park, with riders racing the three signature gravity trails – the All-Mountain, Kosciuszko Flow and Cannonball Downhill.  Read about it here Thredbo Super Enduro 2019 is back

After a hugely successful winter, Thredbo has stamped its mark as Australia’s top alpine tourist destination by winning the prestigious accolade of the Best Australian Ski Resort at the World Ski Awards held in Kitzbühel, Austria over the weekend.

The World Ski Awards, voted on by professionals in the snow industry and skiers & snowboarders worldwide, is a global initiative that recognises rewards and celebrates excellence in the snow hospitality. It aims to drive up standards within the snow tourism industry by rewarding the organisations that excel in their field. Check it  out here Press Release – Thredbo announced as Best Australian Resort at the 2018 World Ski Awards

This weekend, Thredbo Mountain Bike Park opens for summer chairlift assisted gravity mountain bike riding.

After an amazing winter, Thredbo is now ready to welcome an influx of mountain bikers for a massive summer of adrenaline fuelled fun. Running from November 17 to April 28, Thredbo will be a mecca for two wheeled action with the famous Kosciuszko Express chairlift ready to take riders 1,937 metres above sea level to access over 20 kilometres of gravity mountain biking trails.

The trails are in great condition, with the refurbished areas packing in nicely with recent rain.  The retail store is fully stocked, new top line bikes are ready for hire, there will be lessons and clinics all season long available for all levels of riders, as usual Thredbo will be looking after the après side of things with festivities, parties, giveaways and entertainment throughout the summer.

The opening of the Thredbo’s mountain biking season also means that Australia’s biggest mountain biking event, the Cannonball MTB Festival, 5-9 December, is not too far away. The scene is set for one of the hottest on mountain showdowns in the Southern Hemisphere with over 1,000 riders expected for the sixth instalment of the festival. See the full release here Thredbo Mountain Bike Park opening this weekend…Cannonball MTB Festival Coming

3 days immersed in yoga, meditation and mountain experiences

Thredbo has joined hands with Jane Corben of Jindabyne Yoga Shala to host a Yoga and Wellness Retreat that will have you at nature’s heart, high in the sky amongst the breathtaking Snowy Mountains.

The Retreat will see you flee the busyness of everyday and the distractions of the daily grind and immerse you in the great outdoors where you can refresh, recharge and reconnect.

Staying in the heart of the Thredbo’s charming village, your weekend away includes mountain top sunrise yoga amongst the giant boulders, guided hikes to the rooftop of Australia, meditation in the snowgums, healthy meals and snacks and a quiet session on the banks of the sparkling Thredbo River.  See the full program here Thredbo Yoga and Wellness Mountain Retreat.program release

The Thredbo Blues Festival turns 25 this January, so organisers gathered together some of the country’s top Blues and Roots artists who will unleash their rocking and swinging tunes across the mountains 18-20 January, 2019.

This year’s silver celebration festival features a Blues honour roll of artists. Russell Morris returns by popular demand along with the Backsliders, at last I hear you say, Jeff Lang, Cyril B Bunter Band with Mal Eastick have been rocking around the traps, a fantastic Motown revue – Dancing in The Shadows, Thredbo crowd favourites 19Twenty return with their raging dance thang, the renowned Fiona Boyes with her band, the amazing Gail Page and up and comers, Ivor S K and the Sammy Owen Blues Band, to name a few. Read all about it here Thredbo Blues Festival celebrates 25 years of rockin

Cannonball MTB Festival | 5 Days | 5 Events | Massive $100k Prize Pool

With $100K on the prize table, some of the world’s biggest names in the line-up and a fired up format, the 2018 Thredbo Cannonball MTB Festival 5-9 December, is set to stamp its mark as Australia’s biggest, richest and most prestigious mountain bike event.

The award winning event, now it in its sixth year, is not only on the radar to some of the biggest names in the sport, the format attracts amateurs and rising stars of all ages, mountain bike styles and abilities. There’s 20 categories in each event ranging from groms in under 13’s to the most experienced over 50’s, the Cannonball Festival caters to all and is a great introduction to mountain bike competitions. See the full release here Cannonball Festival – World’s best head to Thredbo

All-Star Olympic line-up for the Torah Bright Mini Shred in Thredbo supported by Toyota

The school holidays have kicked off with amazing conditions.  Now the most anticipated and fun event of the school holidays is just around the corner, the Torah Bright Mini Shred supported by Toyota in Thredbo on Sunday July 15.

Torah has gathered an all-star line-up of Australian Olympians and legends to be guest coaches for the 2018 event, after inspiring us all in Pyeongchang they are sure to bring plenty to this year’s Torah Bright Mini Shred.

The coaches are some of Australia’s best from the Pyeongchang including Olympic silver medallist Jarryd Hughes, Toyota Ambassador Belle Brockoff, Jess Rich, plus other Olympic legends including six time Para Olympic Gold Medallist Michael Milton, Dual Olympians Manuela Berchtold and Scott Kneller…Plus local legends including Jye Kearney, Charles Beckinsale and many others.
Read all about it here Torah Bright Mini Shred.all star olympic line-up

Ikon Pass Valid for 2018 Winter Season at Thredbo

THREDBO, NSW, June 26, 2018 – Ikon Pass, the new standard in season passes, announces Thredbo as its newest partner, now offering access to nearly 26,000 hectares (more than 64,000 acres) at 27 premier mountain destinations across the globe. The Ikon Pass is available for purchase at www.ikonpass.com and through selected travel partners.

In addition to access to 26 destinations in North America, all Ikon Pass holders can enjoy skiing and riding throughout Thredbo’s 2018 winter season. Ikon Pass holders will have seven-day access to Thredbo on the Ikon Pass with no black-out dates, and five-day access on the Ikon Base Pass, with selected black-out dates.

Thredbo, Australia’s premier snow destination, offers an incredible snow experience with its impressive mountain accessing 480 hectares of varied terrain and its 672 vertical meters providing the country’s longest snow runs, combined with its picturesque alpine village at the base of the mountain which creates a vibrant après atmosphere.

“As we continue to curate partners for the Ikon Pass, we look for destinations that share our passion for the mountains and are dedicated to creating enduring memories for their guests. Thredbo fits right in and we are thrilled to welcome the leading destination in the Southern Hemisphere to the Ikon Pass community,” said Erik Forsell, Chief Marketing Officer of Alterra Mountain Company. “Australia is full of passionate skiers and riders who can now take advantage of an endless winter with the Ikon Pass as they hit the slopes of Thredbo throughout their winter, before experiencing more iconic destinations in the Northern Hemisphere.”

Thredbo joins a group of North American industry leaders that make up the Ikon Pass – Alterra Mountain Company, Aspen Skiing Company, Boyne Resorts, POWDR, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Alta Ski Area, Snowbird, SkiBig3, Revelstoke Mountain Resort and Sugarbush Resort. Each demonstrates integrity, character and independence that is reflected in their mountains and guests.

“Thredbo is thrilled to join the Ikon Pass as its Australian partner and we feel privileged to be the first Southern Hemisphere destination offered to pass holders,” said Jordan Rodgers, General Manager, Thredbo. “The Ikon Pass is a sensational option for skiers and snowboarders who love to travel to incredible mountain experiences and we look forward to providing Ikon Pass holders access to Australia’s premier snow destination.”
IKON PASS PRODUCTS

To provide the best experience possible, two pass products are available for purchase, the Ikon Pass and the Ikon Base Pass, with varying levels of access and benefits.

IKON PASS: Offering unlimited access to 12 destinations plus 7-days and 7-days combined at 14 destinations with no black-out dates, for $999 USD Adult (approximately $1,345 AUD).
ACCESS:

Unlimited: Steamboat, Winter Park Resort, Copper Mountain Resort, Eldora Mountain Resort, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort, June Mountain, Stratton, Snowshoe Mountain, Tremblant, and Blue Mountain

7-Days: Thredbo, Deer Valley Resort, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Big Sky Resort, Killington Resort, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Sugarbush Resort

7-Days Combined:

• Aspen Snowmass: Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk
• AltaSnowbird
• SkiBig3: Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, Mt. Norquay
• Sunday River, Sugarloaf, Loon Mountain

More Benefits

• 10 Friends & Family lift tickets offering 25% off of the window rate at any Ikon Pass destination (excluding CMH), with no blackout dates
• Free one-year $50-value membership to Protect Our Winters that includes POW die cut stickers, 20% off POW store merchandise, a monthly POW newsletter, and a subscription to the biweekly email newsletter, “The Line”
• Additional destination benefits and discounts are available at ikonpass.com

IKON BASE PASS: Offering unlimited access to 10 destinations plus 5-days and 5-days combined at 16 destinations with blackout periods at North American and Australian destinations, for $699 USD Adult (approximately $940 AUD).

ACCESS:

Unlimited: Winter Park Resort, Copper Mountain Resort, Eldora Mountain Resort, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows (holiday restrictions), Mammoth Mountain (holiday restrictions), Big Bear Mountain Resort, June Mountain, Tremblant, Blue Mountain, Snowshoe Mountain

5-Days: Thredbo, Steamboat, Deer Valley Resort, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Big Sky Resort, Stratton, Killington Resort, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Sugarbush Resort

5-Days Combined

• Aspen Snowmass: Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk
• AltaSnowbird
• SkiBig3: Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, Mt. Norquay
• Sunday River, Sugarloaf, Loon Mountain

BLACKOUT DATES: Dec. 26 – 31, 2018; Jan. 19 – 20, 2019; and Feb. 16 – 17, 2019. Thredbo Black-Out Dates: July 7-22, 2018

More Benefits

• 8 Friends & Family lift tickets, good for 25% off the window rate at any Ikon Pass destination (excluding CMH), with select blackout dates
• Free one-year membership to Protect Our Winters ($50-value) that includes POW die-cut stickers, 20% off POW store merchandise, a monthly POW newsletter, and a subscription to the biweekly email newsletter, “The Line”
• Additional destination benefits and discounts are available at ikonpass.com

Ikon Pass Destinations by Location
California: Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort
Colorado: Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park Resort, Copper Mountain, Eldora Mountain Resort
Maine: Sugarloaf, Sunday River
Montana: Big Sky Resort
New Hampshire: Loon Mountain
Utah: Deer Valley Resort, AltaSnowbird
Vermont: Stratton, Killington Resort, Sugarbush Resort
West Virginia: Snowshoe
Wyoming: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Alberta, Canada: SkiBig3
Ontario, Canada: Blue Mountain
Quebec, Canada: Tremblant
British Columbia: Revelstoke Mountain Resort, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures
New South Wales, Australia: Thredbo

IKON PASS BY THE NUMBERS    
Destinations: 27
Continents: 2
States: 9
Canadian Provinces: 4
Total Acres: 64,163
Trails: 3,354
Lifts: 495
*Does not include CMH stats   
For more information please visit www.ikonpass.com

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About Ikon Pass
The Ikon Pass is the new standard in season passes, connecting the most iconic mountains across North America and Australia, delivering authentic, memorable snow adventures. Brought to you by Alterra Mountain Company, the Ikon Pass unlocks access to a community of diverse destinations you want to ski and ride, including Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park Resort, Copper Mountain and Eldora in Colorado; Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort in California; Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming; Big Sky in Montana; Stratton, Killington and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; SkiBig3 in Alberta, Canada; Revelstoke Mountain Resort in British Columbia, Canada; Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine; Loon Mountain in New Hampshire; Deer Valley Resort, Alta and Snowbird in Utah; and Thredbo in New South Wales, Australia. Special offers are available at CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation. For more information on the Ikon Pass, visit www.ikonpass.com.
About Alterra Mountain Company
Alterra Mountain Company is a family of 12 iconic year-round destinations, including the world’s largest heli-ski operation, offering the Ikon Pass, the new standard in season passes. The company owns and operates a range of recreation, hospitality, real-estate development, food and beverage and retail businesses. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado with destinations across the continent, we are rooted in the spirit of the mountains and united by a passion for outdoor adventure. Alterra Mountain Company’s family of diverse playgrounds spans five U.S. states and three Canadian provinces: Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in Colorado; Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort in California; Stratton in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec, Blue Mountain in Ontario; Deer Valley in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia. We honor each destination’s unique character and authenticity and celebrate the legendary adventures and enduring memories they bring to everyone. Alterra Mountain Company also owns Honua Kai Resort and Spa in Hawaii. For more information, visit www.alterramtnco.com.

About Thredbo
Thredbo is Australia’s premier snow resort and year-round alpine destination. Open 365 days a year its home to Australia’s longest snow runs, best mountain bike tracks and beautiful hiking trails. Its charming European alpine village provides a vibrant après scene and is situated in a picturesque valley at the heart of the iconic Kosciuszko
National Park.

Media Contacts
Alterra Mountain Company (USA) 
Kristin Rust : KRust@alterramtnco.com : +1 303 801 7271
Alterra Mountain Company (Australia)
Mary-Lou Alvarez : marylou@alvarez.net.au : +61 412 569219
Thredbo
Susie Diver : susie_diver@thredbo.com.au : +61 6459 4185