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Thumbnail of Naomi Gough.CREDIT Martin Vaclavu
27th March 2025
5 min

First Aid in the Mountains: Dr Naomi Gough’s Approach

Story | Recreational climber and medical doctor Naomi Gough shares her approach on first aid care when someone is injured in a fall in the alpine backcountry.
Thumbnail of CREDIT Bianca Bratton | Brewster Glacier
28th February 2025
4 min

Fatal Fall Near Brewster Hut Prompts Safety Reminder

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is urging trampers to assess their skills before attempting unmarked routes beyond Brewster Hut in Mt Aspiring National Park.
Thumbnail of Mt Aspiring Region, Taichiro Naka
29th January 2025
5 min

Coroner’s Findings Spark Safety Advice After Skiing Tragedy

Story | NZ Mountain Safety Council has issued key safety recommendations following a fatal skiing incident on Mt Aspiring six years ago.
Thumbnail of Centennial Hut | Credit Bianca Bratton
8th November 2024
2 min

Updated Avalanche Forecast Elevations for Aoraki and Aspiring

Notice | The New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (NZAA) has adjusted the avalanche forecast elevation bands for the Aoraki/Mt Cook and Aspiring regions as the snow line begins to recede in...
Thumbnail of CREDIT | James Watson, NZAA Public Observation - Routeburn North Branch
9th October 2024
5 min

Spring Avalanche Safety for Trampers

Story | Planning a tramp or hike in the mountains this spring? Avalanche safety needs to be top of mind.
Thumbnail of CREDIT | Bianca Bratton
24th September 2024
5 min

Warning Issued to Backcountry Users in Southern Lakes

Media Release | A series of human-triggered avalanches in the Southern Lakes has prompted NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) to issue a warning to backcountry enthusiasts in the Wānaka area....
Thumbnail of CREDIT | Bianca Bratton
13th September 2024
3 min

Caution Urged Following Increased Avalanche Danger

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is encouraging backcountry snow enthusiasts to stay informed and stay safe this weekend, with increased avalanche danger in many parts of the...
Thumbnail of CREDIT Bianca Bratton MSC Glenorchy v2
2nd August 2024
3 min

Increased Avalanche Danger Prompts Warning

Media release | Backcountry snow enthusiasts keen to hit the mountains following the recent snowfall are being encouraged by NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) to be patient, as the avalanche...
Thumbnail of NZAA Public Obs | Harley Patel Muxlow | June 4
29th July 2024
3 min

Backcountry Enthusiasts Urged to Share Snow Observations

Media release | The NZ Avalanche Advisory (NZAA) has launched its annual public observations competition, encouraging backcountry enthusiasts to actively contribute to avalanche safety.
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