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But the voluntary administrators say season pass promotion is on hold due to uncertainty over the future of ski at Mt Ruapehu.

Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the government’s decision to provide an additional $6m to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts’ ski operations is a vital lifeline for the region.

The funding allows more time to find a long-term solution for the ski fields and enables them to open next winter.

Crowdfunding is being touted as the a viable option to save Mt Ruapehu’s skifields from closure.

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts life pass holders have launched a petition to encourage the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment to engage more closely with community about the future of the Mt Ruapehu’s ski fields.

The trade creditors collectively comprise the fourth largest group owed money by the beleaguered ski field operator.

The govt and ANZ would write off $28m in debt if a new entity can be created to take over RAL’s operations.

Mt Hutt, The Rees, Matakauri Lodge, and Azur Luxury Lodge have all picked up awards at the World Ski Awards for 2022.

An emergency loan of $4m has been provided to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts to allow it to prepare for next year’s ski season.

The operator’s troubles underscore the volatility of commercial ski businesses as climate change accelerates.

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts owes $44.3m, according to a report from the voluntary administrators.

Bay of Plenty iwi Ngāti Ranginui said it should have been consulted on Ruapehu Alpine Lifts’ move to voluntary administration.

The operator has been plagued by infighting and a legacy structure that hampered it when action was needed most.

Covid disruption and a particularly poor season this year places the operator under significant cashflow pressure.

Extreme weather is posing more risks for operators and will transform business models, says RealNZ’s CEO.

There’s clear weather ahead following snow on its ski fields but the future of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts appears as murky as ever.

Coronet Peak’s 75th anniversary celebrations are underway this week as the ski field puts a five-day festival of music, events, fashion and ski events for the public.

PACT is close to lodging its resource consent application for the new building, which will be constructed in two stages.

Former Prime Minister Helen Clark will visit Snow Farm near Wānaka on Saturday to officially open the new 36-bed Musterer’s Hut.

More than 90% of commercial passenger vehicles inspected at the country’s major ski destinations have been compliant, say police and Waka Kotahi.

Winter Games New Zealand is returning to Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables this season.

New Zealand’s only heli-snowmobiling visitor experience has kicked off winter 2022 with scenic helicopter flights around the Garvie Plateau and a snowmobile experience for 12 passengers.

NZSki has opened its Coronet Peak ski field near Queenstown with five of its eight lifts operating.

More than 1.5 metres of snow blanketed parts of Queenstown over the weekend, marking an “epic” ski season ahead for the Southern Lakes ski fields, says Destination Queenstown.

RealNZ’s ski experiences are encouraging the industry to take a closer look at how they promote gender inclusion in skiing and sport.

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Operating on an active volcano has presented both challenges and opportunities for the company.

Southern operators will be pleased with snow this week and more to come over the weekend – just in time for widespread ski field openings.

The operator also secures critical worker exemption for 275 skilled staff, helping to meet staffing challenges.

SOUTH launches a new ski product designed to attract Australian visitors.

Coronet Peak has booked Australian hip hop group Hilltop Hoods as the headliner for the launch of the winter Night Ski parties from 27-30 July.

Employers will be required to pay at least the median wage of $27 an hour for the roles.

Queenstown’s Coronet Peak will celebrate its 75th anniversary with events including a night ski party with fireworks, a retro day, ski race, gala dinner and an alumni après ski function.

NZSki launches a new marketing campaign that takes a spin on popular reality TV show Shark Tank.

Coronet Peak’s 2021/22 summer season saw an increase in visitors and mountain bikers despite the complications of Covid-19.

A man had to be rescued at Mount Ruapehu on the weekend after sustaining serious injuries following a fall on ice and rocks.

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New Zealand’s first gold medal at the Winter Olympics may prove a welcome boon for the country’s struggling ski resorts.

Ruapehu Alpine Lifts says it will consider unbundling assets after two Covid-impacted seasons hit income.

A plan to restructure meets resistance from life pass holders worried they will lose privileges.

Capex is put on hold as operators look to rebuild their balance sheets in 2022.

The coroner’s report into the 2018 crash that killed 11-year-old Hannah Francis may prompt stricter safety standards.

From airlines to ski fields, tourism businesses are among the biggest applicants for support.

Police will be checking that vehicles, including those used for passenger services, are operating safely around ski fields across the country during the October school holidays.

Auckland’s drop to level 3 is welcomed but tourism businesses will suffer in lockdown for almost seven weeks.

Cardona Alpine Resort has been named the nation’s Most Vegan-Friendly Ski Resort by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).

Ski fields on Mt Ruapehu are gearing up for re-opening at level 2, says Ruapehu Alpine Lifts chief executive Jono Deans.

Ski operators are disappointed but acknowledge the need to get on top of the latest outbreak.

Snow on Monday night for Mt Ruapehu’s two ski fields has set the mountain up for the rest of the winter season, says Ruapehu Alpine Lifts.

The New Zealand Police, in partnership with Waka Kotahi, are launching a safety campaign targeting passenger services vehicles in and around ski fields across New Zealand.