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Snow and Weather Report




Video Report
(updated: 29/07/10 4:03pm)
Date and time Thursday 29 July 2010 - 3:41pm
Filed by Neil Thew
Current Weather Conditions weather icon

At present it is 3C in the village with low clouds over the peaks. It is -2C with wind-chill though. We have a light breeze from the north-east.

4 °C 3 °C Light
Max Temp Today Current Temp Wind
Snow Depth*
35.9cm 0cm 0cm 0cm
Natural Snow Depth* Mountain Top Mountain Mid New Snow
7 days (Top)
New Snow 24hrs
Lifts Expected Tomorrow

We anticipate 30 lifts will be up and running tomorrow across Perisher Valley, Blue Cow and Smiggin Holes. Please note regarding Guthega lifts: Blue Cow and Blue Calf T-Bars will open from 8:30am to 10:00am for access to Blue Cow only; this is for people staying in Guthega. (Check with Guest Display Screens and Lift Status Boards as conditions can vary lift operations).

Forecast Tomorrow

The Bureau is forecasting snow above 1800m tomorrow, then snow down to 1500m. Good thing Perisher village sits at 1720m!

Skiing and Snowboarding Tomorrow

There were lots of guests braving the conditions today and getting amongst the snow. Although the cover has been wet, it is fun to play in.

Fusion Parks & Pipe

Please note: The PlayStation Slopestyle Park is set for a rebuild tonight and will be back to its' awesome best tomorrow with a fouth booter planned. The Coca-Cola Leichhardt Park has plenty of rails, boxes and booters to keep the park fiends happy and the mini park at Blue Cow has a small jib-line, good for a look. The Rider X at Yabby Flat will close again tomorrow morning for Interschools. Check out our Parks and Pipe Blog for the lowdown: www.perisher.com.au/blogfusion/

3 Day Forecast

Friday: Scattered snowfalls above 1800 metres. Fresh to strong north-west winds.
Saturday: Isolated snowfalls above 1500 metres. Fresh westerly winds.
Sunday: Scattered snow showers. Fresh to strong westerly winds.
The village at Perisher sits at 1720m

News

- Thinking of a Trip to Perisher? Grab some mates and stay at The Station in Jindabyne for just $130 per room per night (even cheaper if you are a Perisher Card Holder). Sleeps six; that is just over $20 a night! Offer available Sunday 1 August to Thursday 5 August inclusive.

- Forget the hassle, HIRE! Perisher’s Slopestyle Hire outlets only hire the best ski and board gear renewed every year to ensure it is the latest technology. From recreational, performance and exclusive skis to boards and clothing, we have a large range to suit your needs. Call 1300 655 822 or click HERE for details.

Events

- ENTER NOW in the Coca-Cola Tube My Ride Competition. Open to skiers and boarders of any standard! Check the TMR website for all the details. $5,000 is up for grabs!

- Stepchild Demo Day: 31 July. Come test drive the latest Stepchild snowboards and check out the great "Stepchild Demo Deals" on offer at our Slopestyle Mountain Sports store on the lower level of the Perisher Centre. Demo to be located at the base of the V8 on Front Valley, conditions permitting.

Entertainment

Après: Live music will be at these venues this afternoon - The Man, White Spider and The Smiggins Hotel. Plus, Happy Hour at CURVE 3:00-5:00pm.Tonight: At The Sundeck - Schnapps Tasting and Jess Beck Quartet from 8:30pm. At Snow Gums - Liz Webb from 7:00pm. For the Entertainment Calendar go to www.perisher.com.au.

Safety Tips

Take lessons from professional instructors to learn and progress.

* Natural Snow Depth is supplemented with snowmaking in snowmaking areas. Natural snow depth is measured at Spencers Creek by Snowy Hydro Limited each Thursday.

This report reflects conditions at the date and time of this report.
Conditions, lifts status and operations subsequent to this report may differ.