A community-based group bidding to take over Ruapehu Alpine Lifts’ ski operations has put the call out for support.
The bid hopes to raise funding from RAL life pass holders, ski club members and the local community.
The warming climate and changing weather patterns pose “a great risk” to the viability of ski fields and glacier tourism.
New Zealand’s glaciers continued to display signs of ice loss over the summer, in line with trends seen in previous years which show no signs of abating, according to NIWA.
A new survey aims to gauge whether Ruapehu lifepass holders would be willing to pay $1,000 for a one-time ‘settlement fee’ to reactivate their pass if a new entity or a revived Ruapehu Alpine Lifts is established.
Cardrona and Treble Cone are aiming to cut visitor numbers during peak periods.
A new entity owned by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts life pass members and Sky Waka bondholders was the government’s preferred solution to save skiing at Mt Ruapehu after the operator went into voluntary administration.
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.
Central North Island iwi Ngāti Rangi says 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.
