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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 Ruari Macfarlane MSC Fox Peak avalanche
13th August 2024
4 min

Avalanche “Close Calls” a Timely Reminder

Media release | NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is reminding skiers and snowboarders to adopt backcountry precautions when leaving a patrolled ski area, following recent avalanches.
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.
Thumbnail of A NZAA Public Observation | Nelson Lakes near Angelus Hut | Matt Tankersley
27th June 2024
3min

Avalanche Forecasting Begins for Backcountry Users

Media Release | Avalanche forecasting is underway and NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is encouraging backcountry users to get #AvalancheReady.