Selwyn Snow Resort ends 2026 season early amid severe snow shortage

Selwyn Snow Resort confirmed it will cease operations for the 2026 winter season ahead of schedule, citing a lack of natural snow and inadequate conditions for snowmaking. General manager Abi Spackman described the move as a hard choice, noting that recent rain and higher temperatures had significantly diminished the resort's snowpack, leaving only eight days of skiing left. The early shutdown mirrors an announcement by Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort in Victoria, which also plans to close soon.

In contrast, Perisher, Thredbo and Charlotte Pass in the NSW alps continue to run, but officials report snow depths well below those recorded at the same time last year. Spencers Creek, for example, measured 90 centimetres versus 158 centimetres a year earlier. Mountainwatch.com editor Reggae Ellis said the remaining resorts are still busy, though a warm front expected on Tuesday may bring rain that could further affect lower-altitude snow, while higher elevations may be spared. He added that the prospects for spring skiing will depend on how much damage the rain causes to the remaining snow cover.