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2023 Thanks for the Memories

We officially closed for the 2023 snow season on Sunday 17 September. While 2023 had its challenges there were still so many great times up here on the mountain. Take a trip down memory lane with us and check out our fave scenes from 2023.

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2024 Epic Australia Pass Now On Sale

Are you dreaming of endless winters on repeat?! The 2024 Epic Australia Pass is the answer and it’s on sale now! Experience unlimited access to Hotham, Falls Creek and Perisher in 2024 with the Pass that pays for itself in 5 days!* Then, explore the best resorts across North America, Japan and Europe for the 2024/25 Northern Hemisphere season.

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Hotham Hitlist

Whether you’re new to Hotham or have been visiting your whole life, we bet there’s at least a couple of things on our Hotham Hitlist that you haven’t experienced yet. Put these on your itinerary for your next visit to Hotham and take your stay to the next level.

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TIPS FOR PHOTOGRAPHING THE SNOWY LANDSCAPES OF THE ALPINE

Looking to capture some stunning memories while visiting Hotham Alpine Resort? Check out Jeff Freestone's top snowy landscape photography tips.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU SNOW

Heading to the mountains for a holiday is quite the adventure! The better planned and prepared you are, the more fun you’re bound to have. So, with that in mind, we’ve pulled together some of the best insider tips and things to know before you snow, to make your trip smooth sailing!

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Gotcha, Keogh's & Orchard are scheduled top open tomorrow - 3 July

Big news from the Mountain Ops team – for the first time since 2019, tomorrow, all lifts at Hotham are set to spin!

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Blue Ribbon is Open!

Blue Ribbon started spinning at lunch time today! We are so happy to announce that this long-time fan favourite is open, and in even better news, the Drift T-Bar is ready to spin as soon as visibility allows!

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TINA BURFORD NAMED NEW GENERAL MANAGER OF MOUNT HOTHAM SKIING COMPANY

Mount Hotham Skiing Company is proud to announce Tina Burford as its new General Manager, effective 3 July. With almost four decades of experience, Burford will lead one of the most iconic ski resorts in Australia

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Charity Chairlift Auction raises $156.8K

Hotham’s charity auction has raised $156,812 for local charities as guests went all out to own a piece of Hotham history and take home chairs from the Victorian ski resorts first-ever chairlift - The Playground Chair, a two-seater that opened in 1969 and was the main access lift back to the village until 1993 when the Village Chair opened.

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Village Chair is set to spin this Saturday!

Who’s keen to hit the Village loop this weekend? The Mountain Operations team have been working hard and we just got word we’ll be spinning the Village Chair this Saturday morning the 24th June to kickstart school holidays. We’ll see you out there for a lap!

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40cm+ storm total and more on the way!

After solid snowfall from Saturday night through to today, this storm continues to deliver! We’ve recorded 40cm+ of fresh snow and counting! We’re excited to see what the rest of this storm will bring.

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Lifts Are Set To Spin!

After this week’s massive snowfall, our Mountain Operations team have been working around the clock to get the resort ready and we are so excited to announce that our first lifts are set to spin tomorrow - Friday June 16th!

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Improved Mt Hotham - Dinner Plain bus service

Mt Hotham Resort Management is pleased to announce the upgrade and expansion of the bus service connecting Mt Hotham with Dinner Plain for the upcoming 2023 winter season.

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Playground Chairlift Charity Auction

Calling all Hotham skiers and riders...you won't want to miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Hotham history! Hotham's Playground double chair has officially been retired. While we're sad to see it go, we're thrilled to give you the chance to take home a piece of this iconic chairlift for yourself.

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Early snow heralds winter's arrival

Snow in early May is a harbinger of winter, and with 20 cm already fallen over the past week, we’re ready for the thrill of the chill! It’s time to get the winter woollies out and prepare for the season opening on 10 June.

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The Autumn Flakes Keep Falling!

The excitement is building as May continues to deliver the goods! After a stormy weekend, the snow flurries continue, and the resort is covered in a blanket of white! Our events calendar is now live, so there's no better time to plan your trip.

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The Perfect Long Weekend Itinerary

There’s nothing like some early season snow to get us all pumped for the upcoming season. Not sure where to start to plan your trip?! Check out the perfect long weekend itinerary for some insider tips from local legend Drew Jolowicz!

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Behind the Names

The names of runs and many other landmarks at Hotham pay homage to the characters that have shaped the mountain over the years. We’re proud of our history and strong community and think it’s important we recognise and share our past with guests, new and old alike.

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Heavenly Valley Hauling Line Replacement

Have you ever thought about what it takes to keep a ski lift turning? This summer, our crew completed some major works on Heavenly Valley, replacing the hauling line. Read all about what went down.

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Get stoked for a great winter holiday at Hotham!

Winter isn’t far away, so now is the time to start planning your Hotham holiday. Lucky for you we’ve organised it for you – here’s what you need to do, and what's new this winter at Hotham.

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Resorts of the Canadian Rockies joins the Epic Australia Pass

Epic Australia Pass holders will receive five days access at the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies – including Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia, Nakiska in Alberta, and Mont-Sainte-Anne and Stoneham in Quebec.

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We're Hiring! Find Your Dream Snow Job This Winter!

Mount Hotham Skiing Company is currently recruiting seasonal winter staff with roles from lift operators, snowmakers and groomers, to housekeepers, building maintenance assistants, chefs and kitchen hands and more!

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Epic Australia Pass Expands its International Partner Access

2023 Epic Australia Pass now includes access to Switzerland’s Disentis, Austria’s Ski Arlberg and France’s Les 3 Vallées.

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Hotham Airport sale has lift-off

Hotham Ski Resort is pleased to announce Altiset Property as the new owner for Hotham Airport, as well as the surrounding freehold land on the Great Alpine Road.

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2023 HOTHAM RESORT ENTRY SEASON PERMITS - ON SALE NOW!

They’re here! Lock in your Early Bird Resort Entry Season Permit pricing before 31 May 2023 for a stress-free countdown to the start of season 2023.

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Top Tips for School Holiday Fun

Hotham ambassador, Drew Jolowicz, shares his tips on making the school holidays a positive experience - so they’ll finish the snow season ready to do it all again next year!

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Spring at Hotham - the most underrated time of the season

After an amazing winter with lots of fresh snow, plenty of blue-sky days and some awesome riding, it's time to look forward to maybe the most underrated part of the season – Spring!

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Rediscover Amazing Mt Hotham

Mt Hotham is an amazing place, and to celebrate the many facets of our incredible location, we want to take you through a tour of the resort and show you some things you might not have noticed before. So, next time you’re out and about, stop and take a closer look at what’s around you – you might be surprised at what you find.

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CRUISE THE GROOMERS - MAKING THE MOST OF THE HOTHAM CORDUROY

Learn how to make the most of the morning corduroy with Hotham Ambassador, local, and expert skier Drew Jolowicz.

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Get White Out Back

We’ve rounded up some inside intel from a couple of Hotham’s hardiest backcountry enthusiasts, from personal movie recommendations to get the froth going to the latest from the experts keeping everyone safe on the mountain.

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Snow 101 – Brush up on the basics

We’ve gathered some simple 'Snow 101' tips and insider tricks to help smooth the way for a fun and memorable getaway to Australia’s highest mountain resort this winter 2022.

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HOTHAM LEGENDS SHARE SECRET STASHES

Five local legends share their personal faves and secret stashes on the best downhill runs, cross country trails and backcountry terrain at Hotham.

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Powder Days at Hotham

Hotham has long held the reputation as Australia's unofficial 'Powder Capital'. There's nothing quite like the feeling of floating down a wide-open powder field.

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TOP TIPS TO START YOUR DAY A DIFFERENT WAY

Keep your snow holiday fresh! Check out our top tips to help you start your day a different way.

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5 facts you might not have known about Hotham

From sharing a name with a Melbourne suburb to the first lodge, here are five interesting acts you might not have known about Hotham.

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Who is that named after?

At Hotham there are people who have been remembered with the naming of ski runs, huts and monuments while legacies even live on within the village and through peaks.

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Trails less travelled

Hotham is known as the mountain for serious skiers and boarders but did you know there's outstanding cross-country skiing here too, trails that are as good as anywhere else in Australia.

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Outback and Sides

Hotham has long been regarded as the gateway to some amazing backcountry touring. No matter what your ability or experience, there’s terrain for everyone’s fancy, learn where to find some of the best backcountry runs.

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How to tape your knees when skiing

Physio Phebe has all the best tips and tricks to help prevent ski and snowboard related injuries. Learn how to tape your knees to make the most of your day on the slopes.

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Origins of Place Names

On the road to Hotham there are many localities that are marked by signs. Most of these names were given when mining was prominent in the hills and many have an interesting story to tell.

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Touring Talk

Aside from having some of the best inbounds terrain in the southern hemisphere, Hotham also plays host to some world-class backcountry skiing and snowboarding.

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Prevent Shin Bang

Physio Phebe has all the best tips and tricks to help prevent ski and snowboard related injuries. Learn how to prevent shin bang with theses helpful hints.

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What's in a name?

Ever wondered how some of the runs at Mt Hotham got their names? Some were named after notable people in the resort’s history, others got their name due to events that were held on that slopes.

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Prevent Skier's Thumb

Physio Phebe has all the best tips and tricks to help prevent ski and snowboard related injuries. Learn how to prevent skiers thumb with theses helpful hints.

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Discover Hotham's hidden gems

It’s easy to be distracted by Hotham’s steep and deep ski runs when you're perched at the top of our mountain, but it’s worth taking the time to appreciate the subtler beauties of Hotham.

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DEMYSTIFYING THE DE-ICERS, HOTHAM’S HIGH ALTITUDE WORKERS

If it has snowed overnight, there’s a pretty good chance the de-icing team has been hard at work removing ice from the lift towers, cables and chairs, a huge job that has its share of challenges and stimulation.

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