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SNOW NSW 2012 MEDIA KIT WRAP

The NSW snowfields are gearing up for another bumper season. With four ski resorts, on- snow accommodation, and the longest runs in , it’s never been easier to choose a great adventure on the snow in NSW. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned skier or boarder, you’ll find heaps to keep you busy in the .

Easily accessible by road or plane, the NSW snowfields offer great value deals and fantastic new experiences in 2012.

2012 Highlights • Snow NSW (www.visitnsw.com/snow) is the one stop shop for all ski related information on the NSW snowfields. Become a fan of Snow NSW on Facebook (www.facebook.com/SnowNSW) to receive regular posts on hot deals, a competition with prizes from each resort and up to date events and happenings. • Leave your wallet at home day and night – As your MyThredbo pass now comes with MyMoney. Simply load up your pass with money and use the stored credit in restaurants, bars, retail and hire outlets throughout Thredbo Alpine Hotel outlets. • Competition to find ‘Australia’s Ultimate SkiBum’ at Perisher – One lucky skier or snowboarder will win an all-expenses paid trip to the snow and the chance to be Perisher’s honorary reporter for six weeks. Entries close on the 25th May, with the winner announcement on the 8th June, 2012. For more information check out www.perisher.com.au or Perisher’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/PerisherResort. • Charlotte Pass and are offering new kids programs. Charlotte Pass is running an all-day program for three-to eight-year-olds to introduce them to the snow for $99 including lunch. Selwyn Snowfields are offering new half and full day ski lessons for kids aged over seven for skiers and snowboarders including afternoon tea. • The new MyRide Dashboard competition at Perisher gives you a chance to compete with your friends to see who has skied the most vertical metres and then share it on Facebook and Twitter. http://perisher.com.au/myridedashboard/index.php?error=&result=&page=home http://www.perisher.com.au/resort-information/whats-new.html • The Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel at Charlotte Pass is offering a snow guarantee. If the Kosi Carpet, Osko Carpet & Kosciuszko Triple Chair (to mid station) is not operating due to snow cover five days before your arrival, you can transfer your stay to another date in the 2012 season. *Terms & Conditions Apply. Check the hotel website for further details http://www.charlottepass.com.au/chalethotel • To keep up to date with on snow conditions, lift status, events, special deals, videos, pictures and trail tracking download the new Perisher iPhone app and the new Thredbo Live iPhone and Android app to your phone. www.perisher.com.au/mobile; http://www.thredbo.com.au/

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SNOW NSW DEALS 2012

Charlotte Pass Snow NSW - Stay & Play Midweek Special Save 30%* (From $1,210 per adult & $659 per child*) • 5 nights’ Accommodation at Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel (Incl. breakfasts, lunches & dinners) • 6 Day All Mountain Lift Pass • 6 day equipment hire • 5 x 1.5hr Group Lessons (Monday to Friday) • Return Over-snow Transport • Arriving Sunday 24th June departing Friday 29th June 2012 OR Arriving Sunday 9th September Departing Friday 14th September 2012 *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Snow NSW - Couples Weekend Save 30%* (From $599 per adult*) • 2 nights’ Accommodation at Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel (incl. breakfasts, lunches & dinners) • 3 Day All Mountain Lift Pass • Return Over-snow Transport • Arriving Friday 22nd June departing Sunday 24th June 2012 OR Arriving Friday 14th September Departing Sunday 16th September 2012 *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Perisher Snow NSW – Stay on Snow Package* (From $517 per adult $366 per child*) • 5 nights’ accommodation at The Station in a 2 bedroom self-contained apartment • 5 days Lift Tickets • Valid for stays from 8th to 16th June & 10th to 30th September. Rate is based on 2 adults and 2 children *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Snow NSW – Stay on Snow Package* (From $1098 per adult $722 per child*) • 5 nights’ accommodation at Kooloora Lodge • 5 day Lift Tickets • 3 day lesson (flexible days) • Valid all season and must be booked and deposited by 31 May 2012. Rate above is based on Early Season Pricing. *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Thredbo Snow NSW - Couples 2 Night Weekend Package* ($576 per adult*) • 2 nights’ accommodation at Black Bear Inn in a standard double/twin room (includes 2 breakfasts & 1 dinner) • 2 Day First Timer Lift & Lesson Pass with ski or snow board equipment hire • Valid for stays in June & Sep Value Season 08-21 June/ 02 Sep - 1 Oct *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

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Snow NSW - Couples 5 Night Midweek Package* (From $904 per adult*) • 5 nights’ accommodation at Bernti’s Mountain Inn in a standard double/twin room, (incl. breakfasts) • 5 Day First Timer Lift & Lesson Pass with ski or snow board equipment hire • Valid for stays in June & Sep Value Season 08-21 June/ 14 Sep – 30 Sep *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Snow NSW - Kids Stay and Ski Free 5 Day Midweek Package* ($2,044 for family*) • 5 nights’ accommodation at Alpenhorn in a family suite for 2 adults & 2 children, (incl. breakfasts) • 5 Day Lift only pass. • Valid for stays in June & Sep Value Season 08-21 June/ 03 Sep – 30 Sep *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Selwyn Snowfields Snow NSW – Special Value Season 3 day package* (From $1,226 per family) • 3 nights’ accommodation at Anglers Reach Lakeside Village in self-contained cabins (Linen available for extra cost) • 3 day lift & lesson passes • 3 days ski equipment hire for 2 Adults and 2 children (7 to 15). • Valid 9 June to 22 June & 3 September to 1 October 2012 *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Snow NSW – Peak Midweek 3 day ski package* (From $1,326 per family*) • 3 nights’ accommodation at Anglers Reach Lakeside Village in self-contained cabins (Linen available for extra cost) • 3 day lift & lesson passes • 3 days ski equipment hire for 2 Adults and 2 children (7 to 15). • Valid 23 June to 29 June & 16 July to 2 September 2012 *Conditions apply. Subject to availability

Snow NSW – Peak Midweek 5 day ski package* (From $1,918 per family*) • 5 nights’ accommodation at Anglers Reach Lakeside Village in self-contained cabins. (Linen available for extra cost) • 5 day lift & lesson passes and 5 days ski equipment hire for 2 Adults and 2 children (7 to 15). • Valid 23 June to 29 June & 16 July to 2 September 2012 *Conditions apply. Subject to availability Please view full terms and conditions on www.selwynsnow.com.au

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PERISHER www.perisher.com.au Tel: 1300 655 811

Perisher combines the resources and facilities of Perisher Valley, Smiggin Holes, Mount Blue Cow, Guthega, The Station and the . It is the largest snow resort operation in the , has the greatest number of lifts and is situated in the highest terrain.

New in 2012 • Save by pre-purchasing tickets - Jump online and save 30% on lift tickets and lesson products prior to the 31st May 2012. • Free lift access the day before you pay to ski! Now guests can receive FREE lift access on the afternoon prior to their first full day skiing or snowboarding on all three, four and five day Lift Tickets and Beginner Lift & Lesson Packages. • Save with new beginner lift & lesson packages these tickets give you access to lifts suitable for developing and progressing skills and confidence on skis or snowboards. Five day packages start from $318. • More flexible lift and lesson combination tickets - Lessons and or Perisher kids programs packaged with a Lift Ticket, no longer have to be for the same duration. For example a five day Lift Ticket can now be packaged with three days of lessons (that can be used on any three days during the five days of skiing / boarding) and still have a discount applied. • Save by skiing midweek in peak season - A new three & four “midweek” lift ticket pricing structure during July and August will see great savings during what is traditionally known as peak season. • Perisher iPhone app – The app and mobile website will give you all the latest on the snow, lift status, events, special deals and much more. www.perisher.com.au/mobile • New ski and snowboard equipment - Ski and snowboard equipment has been updated for the various Perisher Snow Sports hire outlets. • Try before you buy - A new Demo Store located on the lower level of the Perisher Centre will offer the latest products from top brands like Burton, K2 and Salomon to try before you buy. Throughout the day, guests will be able change skis or snowboards until they find the equipment that best suites them. • Kids get a learning boost - A ‘Sunkid Rotondo Carousel’ learning aid will be installed in Perisher, to help kids with their skills on the snow. www.sunkid.at/en/sunkid-produkte/sunkid- winter-world/sunkid-rotondo-karussell0.html • Three new snow groomers add the fleet – Perisher now has 21 snow groomers manicuring the slopes, terrain parks and Australia’s only half pipe.

On the slopes • At Perisher, Smiggin Holes, Guthega and Blue Cow, skiers of all levels can enjoy Australia’s largest winter playground. With more than 80 per cent of the area designed for an intermediate and beginner level, Perisher is a perfect family experience. • Perisher has more than 100km of marked cross-country trails winding through the snow covered peaks and valleys.

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Off the slopes • For those who prefer their fun sitting down, Tube Town near Mt Piper offers family friendly inner tube rides with two connecting rope tows. • Wilderness Sports offer snow shoe tours to see the mountains in a different light. Choose from guided tours such as a gourmet adventure complete with lunch to a photographer’s journey to capture the best of the wintery landscape. Wildernesssports.com.au • Experience the area’s isolation with Perisher’s First Tracks program. It allows skiers and boarders to be escorted up the mountain to take the lifts before the crowds and enjoy the day’s first snow at sunrise. • For the ultimate in-snow experience sign up for a Groomer Tour, where you’ll sit in the belly of the beast and ride a $450,000 snow groomer over front valley.

Apres-ski • Once the lifts have closed for the day, there are many welcoming bars and clubs; enjoy comedy night at the Sundeck Hotel or, for something more refined, you can ski to the piano bar at the Base 1720 Bar and Restaurant or Curve Bar.

Accommodation • On-snow accommodation at Perisher puts you right amongst the action. There are 21 overnight options available; enjoy the log fires at the Guthega Alpine Hotel, the budget options at the Matterhorn or the spa and massage treatments at the luxurious Perisher Valley Hotel in the heart of the resort.

2012 Ambassadors Torah Bright and Russ Henshaw are the official Ambassadors for Perisher in 2012. Professional snowboarder and half pipe Olympic Gold medallist, Torah was born and raised in and learnt to snowboard on the slopes of Perisher’s Front Valley. www.torahbright.com Russ Henshaw is an Australian freestyle skier. He won a silver medal in slopestyle at the 2011 Winter X Games XV in Aspen, Colorado, behind Sammy Carlson. Russ was born in Sydney but moved to Jindabyne at the age of 12 to further his skiing career. Follow Russ on http://www.facebook.com/russ.henshaw?v=wall

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THREDBO www.thredbo.com.au Tel: 1300 020 589

Just below the snowy dome of , skiers reach the top of Karel’s T-Bar and look across the tops of the mountains before heading off on the longest ride in the Snowy Mountains, a leg burning 5.9kms. Nearly 700m below, through boulders and trees, is Thredbo, a village that attracts mountain bikers and trekkers in summer and, in winter, skiers and boarders keen for an all-rounders snow experience in the Snowy Mountains.

New in 2012 • Buy early and save – By purchasing on the Thredbo eStore up to 28 days before you plan to ski you can save up to 15% on your lift pass and a range of Thredbo’s popular winter products. http://store.thredbo.com.au/estore/ • New RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) lift access gates - Thredbo now has the easy to use RFID access gates across the entire mountain. After the successful first stage rollout in 2011, these easy access gates have now been added to every lift and T-bar across the mountain so now you can glide straight onto every lift - one beep and you are away. • MyThredbo, MyMoney – Leave your wallet at home day and night, as your MyThredbo pass this season comes with MyMoney. Use the stored credit on your pass to purchase in many restaurants, bars, retail and hire outlets throughout Thredbo Alpine Hotel outlets. • New Thredbo Live Phone App - The Thredbo Live Phone App will tell you all you need to know about the snow. Weather, snow, dining, activities, videos, pictures and trail tracking is now all in your pocket and you can even use it to buy your lift pass. The iPhone and Android app will be available from the app store in the coming months. • June and September is value season in Thredbo - Buy a one-day or multi-day Thredbo lift pass and get access to the entire resort for free. Ride the longest runs in Australia, then go for a swim in the 50m heated pool, use the gym and have a hit of squash or tennis. • Free half day of riding - Buy any multi-day lift pass for three days or more and get a bonus half day free. • Extra hour of learning for kids - This year kids aged seven to 14 years will get three hours of learning. So you can opt for the all-day freeriders program or a three hour lesson, all meet at 1pm on Friday Flat. • New snow groomer – A Kassbohrer 400 Park Bully is the newest member of the fleet and is specifically designed to work in the terrain parks. Skiers and boarders can now expect even more super smooth features on the snow. • Looking Good - Thredbo Sports Equipment Hire has invested in new clothing, ski and snowboard equipment. Pick up new youth focused freeride range of skis or the new Rossignol’s rocker technology to improve your skiing technique. Boarders can hire new lace free snowboard boots and lightweight modern style helmets. • Heads Up new retail store - Thredbo Sports Retail opens a new store called Heads Up. Located in Valley Terminal, you will find all the latest helmet, goggle and music interaction systems.

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On the slopes • Carve a path through the longest unbroken ski runs in the country with 480 hectares of terrain to explore. • Watch the spectacular flare runs that light up the mountains like a river of molten lava above Thredbo village on Saturday nights. Kids can also enjoy Thursday evening fibre optic flare runs. • The popular Mother Bagjump offers Intermediate and advanced riders the chance to practice jumps, spins and flips with the confidence of landing safely on the 15m x 15m inflatable bag. • Challenge yourself at the Advanced Pop Up Park, a mobile terrain park that can pop up anywhere on any given day featuring butter pads, spines, a huge range of rails that has the metal to challenge most pros plus a line of jumps ranging from 35 to 60ft. • Enjoy twilight riding on Friday Flat, Thursday and Saturday evenings in July and August until 7.30pm under floodlights. Best of all, it’s free! • Take the kids to the Fibre Optic Flare Run on Friday Flat on Thursday nights, there’s fireworks and the kids can show off their new found skills.

Off the slopes • Ride the gondola through trees to the Eagle’s Nest restaurant for a romantic dinner at night. • Treat your aching limbs with a rejuvenating visit to the tranquil surroundings of The Denman Day Spa. • Take a snow shoe adventure into the back country and if you are feeling fit you can even head to the top of Mt Kosciuszko. • Thredbo is well-known for its summer walks but it is still possible to explore on foot during winter. The Heritage walk provides a great insight into the area revealing information about the architectural and Aboriginal history in the Thredbo Valley. • Drop in to the Thredbo Leisure Centre. If you haven’t worked up a sweat on the mountain, there is a gym, yoga classes, an Olympic pool, waterslide and squash court. • Explore the Ski Museum and learn about the region’s skiing past from memorabilia and photos on display.

Après-ski • There are a variety of restaurants around the village from fine dining at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel’s Segreto Restaurant, an authentic Brazilian style BBQ at Sante Churrasco or The Knickerbocker Bar and Restaurant for some delicious European/Australian cuisine. • Make a night of it and stop by the Black Bear Inn, sampling a few of their 80 varieties of Schnapps. • Have a well-earned drink and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the Thredbo Alpine Hotel. • Enjoy a tapas style meal and catch the action of the latest sporting game at Berntis. • Party late into the night and wee hours of the morning at Schuss Bar and Keller Bar, Thredbo’s Nightclub.

Accommodation • Thredbo Village is home to a mix of accommodation styles from, luxury apartments, hotels, lodges, cosy chalets and an YHA backpacker, all just minutes from the lifts.

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CHARLOTTE PASS www.charlottepass.com.au Tel: (02) 6457 5247

Located just eight kilometres beyond Perisher Valley, Charlotte Pass is Australia’s highest at 1,760 metres above sea level. Completely snowbound at the top of Australia, the only way in or out is by over-snow vehicles, which pick you up at the Perisher Terminal and transport you through the beautiful snow scenery to the resort. This pristine alpine resort has sweeping views of Mount Kosciuszko and offers some of the country’s best skiing.

New in 2012 • A weekly night kid’s flare run is giving the little guys a chance to show their stuff. Kids grab their flares and head down the designated runs. After carving up the slopes they can warm up with a hot chocolate and even keep their flare as a souvenir. ($5 per child) • Charlotte Pass is offering a new day kids program for children three to eight years. The program includes group lessons, lunch and fun indoor games and activities for $99 a day. There’s also a new Rotondo Carousel Lift in action to help develop their skills. • The Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel is offering a snow guarantee. If the Kosi Carpet, Osko Carpet & Kosciuszko Triple Chair (to mid station) is not operating due to snow cover five days before your arrival, you can transfer your stay to another date in the 2012 season. Check out the website for further details http://www.charlottepass.com.au/chalethotel • A new over snow transport vehicle has been purchased to help move everyone to the resort in peak periods.

On the slopes • Hire all your gear once you arrive at the Charlotte Pass Ski Resort. • There is no better way to view the natural wonder of the Snowy Mountains than on a skiing back country tour; experienced guides and instructors will show you the best the mountains have to offer. Half and full day tours available. • Early risers will enjoy the Mount Stilwell Snow Experience. You will get to make the very first tracks of the day and watch the sun rise over the ranges all before the resort opens! • Kids will love practicing new tricks at Charlotte’s Play Park packed with mini jumps, woop-de- doos and snake trails. • Enjoy a spot of night skiing every Wednesday and Saturday night on the Basin Poma. • Join in the weekly Standard Race and challenge yourself to beat the snow instructor’s race times. • Keep an eye out for Mountain Pygmy Possums at the base of Guthries High Speed Poma. This is the largest colony of these threatened species in NSW and they are only found in Australia’s alpine and sub-alpine region.

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Off the slopes • Hop on an oversized air tube and enjoy the slide down the beginner’s area on free Tubin’ Tuesday. • Enjoy the fireworks displays over the village during the school holidays on Saturday nights with free hot chocolate and Gluhwein. You’ll also see a display to finish off the Winter Festival week (19th-25th August) • Take a lunchtime snow shoe tour across the peaks; enjoy a picnic lunch at the top of Australia whilst your guide shows you some of the best views the Snowy Mountains has to offer. • Hop on a groomer’s tour and find out what it takes to make the slopes look so spectacular.

Après-Ski • Unwind in the relaxed atmosphere of The Cellar with a cold beer and live music while shooting some pool. • Head to the Adams Cocktail Lounge to watch renowned bartenders show off their cocktail flaring skills whilst luxuriating in deep leather couches. • Enjoy live music every week at the Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel. From smooth jazz in the Adams Cocktail Lounge during après ski to raising the roof late at night in The Cellar – there is always something going on. • Enjoy High Tea every afternoon in the Adams Cocktail Lounge complete with a range of blends as well as fresh scones and ribbon sandwiches.

Accommodation • Charlotte Pass has a great variety of accommodation on offer, from the popular Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel to the twelve fully catered or self-catering lodges. Whether you are looking for great family accommodation, ski to the door options or simply views of the mountains there’s something to suite every taste and budget.

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SELWYN SNOWFIELDS www.selwynsnow.com.au Tel: (02) 64549488

Selwyn Snowfields is the only family owned ski resort in Australia. It offers skiers and boarders access to 45 hectares of snow-covered terrain. Boasting 11 lifts, food and retail outlets, a ski & clothing hire centre, specialised snow sports school programs and a top of the range snow making system that covers 80 per cent of the mountain – you are sure to enjoy your experience. Catering for up to 2000 people every day, Selwyn Snowfields has everything you need for a great snow holiday.

New in 2012 • New ski lessons for over 7’s - Adding to the popular Snow World Programs for under 7s, children between the ages of seven to 15 will also have the opportunity to participate in half day and full day lesson options. The program offers all levels of ability in both skiing and snowboarding, depending on availability and morning and afternoon tea is provided. • Picnic & Toboggan Facilities Upgrade - Selwyn has commenced building additional picnic tables and a shelter with BBQ facilities adjacent to the Toboggan and snow play area for winter 2012. • Become a Facebook friend - Keep up to date with all the latest at Selwyn Snowfields with them on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/selwynsnowfields • New Terrain Parks website – You can still ride the terrain park all day for only $25! Stay up to date with all the latest terrain park features and conditions by visiting Selwyn parks. http://www.selwynsnow.com.au/

On the slopes • Selwyn offers lessons for everyone, from experts looking to fine tune their skills to kids stepping onto the slopes for the very first time, with a combination of private and group lessons available. It is also the most affordable skiing destination in the country, with adult lift and lesson packages starting at $82. • Selwyn’s Snow World is a learn-to-ski centre for kids aged from 18 months to 6 years. Kids begin their relationship with the slopes using a variety of educational and fun activities and the unusual Gentle Annie, a moving carpet lift. • Skiers and boarders looking for more of a challenge can practice their turns while skidding through the trees and over the drop-offs on the Pig Gully and Race Course black runs. • Head to the top of the Race Course T-Bar to try your moves in the snowboard park. • Enjoy the 45km of marked cross country skiing trails ranging from 2.5 to 15km in length. • Workshop Courses – Quick and affordable (only $20) these group workshops focus on particular areas such as terrain park tricks, skiing style or parallel turns.

Off the slopes • The kids can try the Bouncing Bogong Jumping Castle. • The Snow Tube Park is the perfect place to give snow tubes a go. • Across the tops of the peaks and in the inaccessible corners of Selwyn, cross country skiers can explore 45km of marked trails.

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Après-ski • Once the boots are off for the day, head to the Snow Goose Hotel in for a few quiet drinks, or venture into Cooma for the Savoy Cinema and numerous dining and entertainment options.

Accommodation • Numerous accommodation options in the area include: the luxurious isolation of the four star Snowy Mountains Alpine Cottages on the outskirts of Adaminaby, the Anglers Arms holiday homes on the shores of Lake Eucumbene or you can bring the family to the self-contained accommodation at the Yaraandoo Lakeside Retreat in Old Adaminaby. Check out the early bird deals on ski and accommodation packages in Selwyn at www.smhc.com.au.

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1 DAY LIFT PASS PRICES FOR 2012*

CHARLOTTE PASS $95 Adult $58 Child

PERISHER $110 Adult $62 Child

SELWYN SNOWFIELDS $82 Adult $45 Child

THREDBO $107 Adult $60 Child

*Peak season prices. Conditions apply. For specials and updates on lift pass prices, refer to individual ski resort websites.

2012 EVENTS

Perisher Snowy Mountains of Music, 8-11 June: A vibrant, 3-day music festival which will open the Winter Snow Season with a bang over the June long weekend. www.snowymountainsofmusic.com.au

Thredbo Winter Opening Weekend, 9-11 June: The official opening of Thredbo's 2012 winter season. Featuring activities and entertainment, all weekend long.

Weirdfest 2012, Selwyn Snowfields, 30 June: In its second year, this event follows the same format as the popular Boxes for Days events in Japan and the US. Riders take on an ultimate obstacle course, trying to get to the end of a stack of park features, all combined together to make one "Super Feature". This year, there will also be a second competition which combines the Super Feature with a high ollie component. Entry is free, so get dressed up and give it a go. All participants win a prize. www.selwynsnow.com.au

Clicquot in the Snow, Thredbo Village, 31 July – 5 August 2012: In its third year, this event will marry two of life’s great pleasures - Veuve Clicquot and après ski. The village will turn ‘Clicquot yellow’ with events including après ski parties, exclusive dinners, tastings, even gorgeous picnics in the snow. www.thredbo.com.au

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Charlotte Pass Winter Festival, Charlotte Pass, 19-25 August: This week long festival will be jam packed full of fun with flare runs, fireworks, free tubing, road gap jumping, a wine tasting lunch, live music and an outdoor ice bar. www.charlottepass.com.au

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HOW TO GET TO AND FROM THE NSW SNOWFIELDS

The NSW snowfields are easily accessible from Australia’s capitals.

By plane There are regular flights from all capital cities to with Qantas, Virgin Blue, Brindabella Airlines and Aeropelican.

From 8 June 2012, Brindabella Airlines offers 20 weekly flights, six days a week, from Sydney to the Snowy Mountains Airport at Cooma. Sydney to the Snowy Mountains airfares start from $145* (terms and conditions apply).

From 1st July, services will also operate from Newcastle via Sydney to the Snowy Mountains six days a week (except Tuesday).

For a full daily schedule and prices visit www.brindabellaairlines.com.au

By coach • Snowy Mountains Airport Shuttles run from Snowy Mountains Airport to Jindabyne, , Thredbo and Perisher. For more information call 02 6452 4455 or visit www.snowymountainsairport.com.au • Murrays and Greyhound operate regular services from Sydney to the Snowy Mountains region. www.murrays.com.au / www.greyhound.com.au • Transborder Express and Lever Coachlines run regular services to the Snowy Mountains from Canberra Airport and the Jolimont Centre in Canberra. www.transborder.com.au • Snow Alliance operates chartered and scheduled transfers from Canberra CBD and Canberra airport to Thredbo, Perisher, Smiggins, Guthega and anywhere in between the snow fields. Chartered services exist between Canberra and Selwyn. Scheduled transfers depart on Fridays and Sundays only. www.snowalliance.com.au • VIP airport shuttles are also available with Snowlink from Canberra to the snowfields. Snowlink also operates a regular bus return service between Jindabyne, the Ski Tube and Thredbo. www.snowlinkshuttle.com.au

By road The major highways into the Snowy Mountains and main roads into the snowfields are well maintained and make for comfortable driving.

Drive times/kilometres to Jindabyne Canberra – two to three hours, approx. 180kms Sydney – six hours, approx. 460kms Melbourne – six to seven hours, approx. 580kms Newcastle – six to seven hours, approx. 600kms Brisbane – 15 to 16 hours, approx. 1400kms Adelaide – 14 to 15 hours, approx. 1300kms

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

Destination NSW www.visitnsw.com/snow http://www.facebook.com/SnowNSW

Diane Glasson, Manager Destination Publicity and Promotions Tel: 02 9931 1475 Email: [email protected]

Kristen Angus, Destination Publicity Specialist Tel: 02 9931 1162 Email: [email protected]

Tonia Davis, Senior Destination Publicist Tel: 02 9931 1462 Email: [email protected]

Charlotte Pass Christine Parker, Marketing/ Guest Services Manager Ph: 02 6457 1555 Email: [email protected]

Perisher Neil Thew, Manager, Public Relations & Business Development Tel: 02 6459 4523 Email: [email protected]

Selwyn Snowfields Paul Chandler, Sales & Marketing Manager Tel: 02 6450 4000 Email: [email protected]

Thredbo Susie Diver, Communications Manager Tel: 02 6459 4185 Email: [email protected]

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