As snowfall declines, a key ingredient is keeping the ski season alive
Ben Lomond resort in Tasmania extended its ski season from 17 to 60 days in 2023, thanks to nearly $1 million investment in snow machines. Managing director Ben Mock stated that snowmaking has become essential for sustaining operations amid declining natural snowfall. Recent data confirms a significant reduction in snow depth and cover across Australian alpine regions.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 18:49 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 19:00 UTC
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