Falls Creek Celebrates Major Milestones and Prepares for a Spectacular Winter 2026

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Astra Falls Creek Wins Big at the 2025 World Ski Awards

Falls Creek is marking an exciting chapter as the community celebrates Astra Falls Creek once again being named Australia’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel at the 2025 World Ski Awards. This remarkable tenth consecutive win reinforces the resort’s reputation for exceptional hospitality, luxury accommodation and guest-focused service. The award highlights how Falls Creek continues to set the benchmark for alpine excellence in Australia.

Village Enhancements Elevate the On-Mountain Experience

Across the village, several upgrades are adding fresh energy to Falls Creek’s accommodation, dining and training facilities. Nelse Lodge is currently undergoing a major renovation, with state-of-the-art training and recovery spaces set to open in January. These enhancements follow the completion of Cloud 9’s final renovation stage and the addition of the vibrant Gondola Bar at Frying Pan Inn, cementing Falls Creek’s status as a destination where comfort, creativity and world-class alpine hospitality come together.

Summer Adventures Thrive with Mountain Biking and Festivals

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Falls Creek’s mountain biking season is in full swing, launched in style with the Ignition Mountain Bike Festival held from 21 to 23 November. Riders can now access trails with ease thanks to shuttle services running every Friday to Sunday, with daily services scheduled during the busy December–January holiday season. With its diverse terrain and alpine scenery, Falls Creek continues to grow as one of Australia’s most exciting mountain bike destinations.

Adding to the adventurous spirit of summer, the resort will host the Aussie Alpine Backyard Ultra, the first event of its kind in Australia. Created by Snowsports School member Nik Nok and her running partner Zac, this extreme endurance challenge tests participants with a punishing 6.71 km loop every hour, featuring 200 metres of elevation gain. The race pushes competitors to the limits of resilience, continuing until only one runner remains.

Preparing the Slopes for Winter 2026

Behind the scenes, preparation for Winter 2026 is well underway. Upgrades across the mountain include the installation of new snowmaking guns on Drovers, a comprehensive overhaul of the Gully chairlift gearbox and key infrastructure improvements, such as a new grease trap at Frying Pan Inn. These enhancements ensure Falls Creek is ready to deliver another exceptional winter experience with improved reliability, performance and guest comfort.

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