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26th Anniversary of the Perisher Blue Pub to Pub -- 28 August 2008
The 26th anniversary of Perisher Blue's iconic Pub to Pub Cross-Country Classic (the 'Pub to Pub') is fast approaching. Over the past 26 years, the Pub to Pub has been unleashed at Perisher Blue, filling the Resort with colour, fun and energy as well as bringing a new meaning to the sport of cross-country skiing.
Boost Mobile Announce a World-Class Field For The Boost Mobile Sno Sho Presented By Samsung. -- 25 August 2008
LIFESTYLE telecommunications company Boost Mobile is proud to announce the list of the world’s best pro snowboarders who will be making their way to Perisher Blue’s front valley for the fourth-annual Boost Mobile Sno Sho presented by Samsung.
Burton Australian Open Brings World's Top Riders to Perisher Blue -- 22 August 2008
Some of the biggest names in international snowboarding are making their way down under to the Burton Australian Open Snowboarding Championships, which will take place from 2-5 September, 2008 at Perisher Blue. The Open will feature men’s and women’s halfpipe and slopestyle competitions.
August is event month! -- 15 August 2008
Here at Perisher Blue, August is the month for truly impressive events! Over the next few weeks, Perisher Blue will host a star-studded line-up of athletes, all eager to etch their names into record books or take home national titles. Spectators can cheer on the biggest names in the sport as they style it up in the PlayStation Superpipe, snake their way along the world's longest rail and negotiate moguls at incredibly high speeds.
20 Years of Wild Winter Weekends at Perisher Blue -- 7 August 2008
What a spectacular event this year's Coca-Cola Wild Winter Weekend 20th anniversary edition was! This competition has been part of Perisher Blue's folklore and true to form it consisted of a number of thrills, spills and plenty of mayhem.
Why August is such a good month! -- 1 August 2008
August in the Snowy Mountains is a magical time. Why? Well, the snow quality is usually at its best and all the hard work has been done, read on to find out more of why August is so good at Perisher Blue!
Snow! 'What's in it for me?' -- 30 July 2008
A snow holiday can mean many things to Australians; it can be a completely foreign concept, an unimagined idea, or a far off dream. For others it's an alien and daunting prospect, but something they might want to try at least once in a lifetime. For the enthusiast, a trip to the snow can be a regular event; a fun-filled time spent with family or friends, something to give up other things for.
10 Tips to making a great Snow Holiday! -- 22 July 2008
Snow holidays are a time of fun and happiness. A season you can spend with your family or friends, catching up, spending a spell on the slopes and having a laugh. To help you relax and enjoy the preparation stage as much as the holiday itself, here are a few pre-holiday pointers along with a couple of 'insider' resort tips.
6 Good Reasons to Get out of the City and Head to the Snow! -- 14 July 2008
If you're sick of the smog, tired of the hustle and bustle or feeling overworked, now is the perfect time to get out of the city and head to the snow! Don't miss your chance to breathe in the crisp, fresh mountain air and enjoy all that the Australian alpine areas have to offer. Whether you want to play hard or just chill-out, there is plenty to do both on and off the slopes this winter.
Are we there yet? How to best prepare for your snow holiday -- 7 July 2008
The winter season is finally underway and that long-awaited vacation is on the horizon. This is the time to get away from the pressures of work and everyday life and be refreshed by spending time in the outdoors.
There's No Business like Snowmaking Business -- 2 July 2008
Mother Nature has finally come to the party at Perisher Blue! 34cm of snow has blanketed the resort and it looks like these snowy conditions will continue this week.
Free Village Shuttle Service -- 2 July 2008
Each Tuesday evening a free Village shuttle service will operate in four loop around Perisher Valley & Smiggin Holes: North Perisher Loop; South Perisher Loop; East Perisher Loop and Smiggin Holes
The Perfect Honeymoon Destination! -- 25 June 2008
Perisher Blue has the ultimate in options for honeymooners, providing the perfect place to relax and spend time with each other.
5 Reasons why you should visit the snow this season -- 20 June 2008
Why visit the snow? The simple answer, because it is sooooo much fun! Whether hitting up the slopes, practising tricks in a halfpipe or terrain park or kicking back relaxing and taking in the sights, there is always something enjoyable to do on a trip to the snow. Here is a list of 5 reasons why you should visit the snow this winter.
A Perfect Holiday for the Fitness Hound! -- 9 June 2008
Perisher Blue offers the ultimate in extreme holidays for the fighting fit and healthy. An array of heart pumping, adventurous activities are on offer as well as an assortment of eateries serving wholesome food, open throughout the season.
First Riders! -- 7 June 2008
Skiers and snowboarders lined up at Mitchell T-bar on Front Valley this morning eager to carve their first turns for the season on opening day at Perisher Blue.
'Celebration of Winter' Just 4 Days til 'Go' Time -- 4 June 2008
Perisher Blue's 'Celebration of Winter' will mark the opening of the season on 7 June. Weekend festivities have been planned to ensure a fun filled time for everyone.
Perisher Blue Employee Receives Major Award -- 27 May 2008
Perisher Blue employee Peter Taylor has taken out a prestigious award at the Canberra Institute of Technology Trade Skills Awards night at the Hellenic Club in Canberra on 23 May 2008.
NEW! Perisher Card and Gift Cards. -- 21 May 2008
New for 2008, Perisher Blue is offering two new card products: the ‘Perisher Card’, providing greater value and flexibility for loyal guests; and ‘Gift Cards’, literally the coolest gift around.
Snowmaking 'GO' Time at Perisher Blue! -- 13 May 2008
Perisher Blue reached a milestone overnight with the first operation of the resort’s new automated snowmaking system in Perisher Valley.
$10,000 in Terrain Park Upgrades at Perisher Blue! -- 8 May 2008
To further cement Perisher Blue’s reputation as providing the leading terrain parks in Australia, the resort has committed to pouring $10,000 into terrain park upgrades for the upcoming 2008 season.
Launch Your Band Winners Announced -- 1 May 2008
Sydney-based band ‘Burn the Drama’ has taken out this year’s Perisher Blue Launch Your Band competition with its indie-rock inspired song ‘Live in the Moment’.
Third Time Lucky! Perisher Blue gets another early white winter coat. -- 28 April 2008
For the third time this year, Perisher Blue has received an early white winter coat after 10-15cm of fresh snow fell in the resort from about 11am yesterday and continuing throughout the night.
Ski or Board for FREE at Perisher Blue (or close to it) -- 14 April 2008
As the temperatures drop in the Snowy Mountains and predictions of a bumper snow season abound, now is the time to start planning a Perisher Blue snow holiday. Perisher Blue offers mountains of options for getting the most value out of a snow holiday. There are even ways to ski/board for FREE!
Perisher Blue’s Launch Your Band Competition: 325 Songs Already Entered! -- 14 April 2008
With 5 days still remaining for this year’s Launch Your Band competition, an impressive 325 songs have already been entered. Now in its second year, the competition is tipped to be another astounding success with 33 more entries than the total of 292 entered in 2007.
It’s Snowing! Plus Positive Predictions of a Bumper Season Ahead! -- 3 April 2008
It’s a snow-covered scene in Perisher Blue this morning. 5-10cm of fresh snow has fallen in the Village (which sits at 1,720 metres) and down to as low as 1200 metres overnight, transforming the landscape to a white winter wonderland.
Launch Your Band Takes Off -- 18 March 2008
Following the fabulous success of the 2007 campaign, Perisher Blue has again embarked on its ‘Launch Your Band’ competition.
FIRST SNOW OF 2008 -- 29 February 2008
Snow covers Perisher for the first time in 2008
New Pygmy Possum Crossing at Blue Cow -- 26 February 2008
As part of Perisher Blue’s summer environmental projects, the resort has created a new crossing for the threatened Burramys parvus (“Mountain Pygmy Possum”) at the bottom of Road Runner in Blue Cow Mountain.
What's New in Perisher Blue in 2008? -- 13 February 2008
On the back of a great season of snow in 2007, Perisher Blue has committed to further capital expenditure in the resort for improvements and upgrades in time for winter 2008.
$9.75M in New Snowmaking to Give Perisher Blue a Lift -- 6 February 2008
Perisher Blue has committed again to improving guest experiences by its significant investment in snowmaking.

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