News - Snow Australia

32nd Kangaroo Hoppet delivers fast racing and a memorable day at Falls Creek

The 32nd Kangaroo Hoppet was held at Falls Creek today in beautiful winter conditions, with warm temperatures, sunshine and a fast, firm track greeting competitors for the start of Australia’s premier cross-country ski marathon.

Sat 15 Aug 2026

Ski de Femme Continues to Introduce New Skiers to XC

The annual Ski de Femme was hosted at Falls Creek on August 8th. This beloved event has been a hit for many years, attracting beginners and veterans alike from all around the country to get out and experience the beautiful cross country skiing Australia has on offer.

Fri 14 Aug 2026

2026 Perisher XC Ski Week

Perisher XC hosted the 2026 Cross Country Ski Week from August 1st to 8th, bringing together a wide variety of athletes. This week long ski festival gathers the entire community from juniors to masters to Olympians for some fun racers to help grow the sport and give the elite more race practice.

Mon 10 Aug 2026

2026 Cross Country ANC Begins

The Australian Open National Cross Country Ski Championship series began this weekend of 1-2 August. Snow Australia hosted this first weekend of the series in Falls Creek, with a Classic Sprint on the Saturday and a Skate 15km Distance on the Sunday. The weekend exhibited some very exciting racing.

Tue 04 Aug 2026

Cross Country Community Update - July 2026

Catch up on all the latest XC News including the XC Spring Ball, updated rules, State Championships and much more.

Fri 31 Jul 2026

Smiles for miles at the Paddy Pallin Juniors 2026

The 64th Paddy Pallin Juniors was a success on Sunday 26 July 2026 at the Perisher Cross Country Centre! Twenty two enthusiastic participants, from ages 11 months to 16 years, enjoyed a timed ski event, free lunch, presentation of certificates and prizes, and a team jelly snake hunt on skis.

Wed 29 Jul 2026

2026 Victorian Junior/U23 Cross Country Championships

The 2026 Victorian Junior/U23 Cross Country Ski Championships were held in Falls Creek the weekend of July 25/26. Athletes from U10s through to U23s competed for their State title in the Freestyle Sprint event on the Saturday and the Classic Distance event on the Sunday.

Mon 27 Jul 2026

Cross Country ACT Sprint and NSW Distance Championships 2026

A great weekend of community, fun, and competitive racing was had at the ACT Sprint Championship and the NSW Distance Championship this past weekend.

Tue 21 Jul 2026

Cross Country Season Kicks Off: Events Registrations Open

After a slow start to the season, race organisers are gearing up for a big stretch of cross country action across July and August, with State and National Championship titles on the line at Perisher and Falls Creek, plus a strong line-up of club events for skiers of all levels.

Fri 17 Jul 2026

XC Team Seeking Coaches & Techs for 2026/2027 Season

Snow Australia is seeking expressions of interest from coaches, wax technicians and other suitably experienced persons to work with the Cross Country Skiing High Performance Program during the 2026/2027 international season.

Wed 15 Jul 2026

Help Shape the Future of Australian Snowsports This EOFY

Looking for a tax-deductible way to support Australian snowsports before 30 June? Donations through the Australian Sports Foundation can help support snowsport athletes, facilities, regional youth and the broader development of snowsports across Australia.

Donations Alpine XC Freestyle Snowboard PandP Paralympics SkiMo

Fri 05 Jun 2026

A new chapter begins for Phil Bellingham after an extraordinary career

Phil Bellingham has officially retired from international competition and while stepping away from the elite levels of the sport signals a change of pace, it doesn’t mean a change of scenery. With the countdown to the domestic season underway, Bellingham is preparing for a different experience in 2026.

Olympics SkiMo XC

Fri 29 May 2026

Women of Winter: Rosie Fordham

Off the back of a standout performance at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, Rosie Fordham is rewriting the history books

WOW olympics XC Women in Focus

Thu 28 May 2026

Peak Learning Adventures Supporting the XC Community

Snow Australia wishes to acknowledge the support of Zac Zaharias and Peak Learning Adventures for their valued contribution to the Australian Cross Country Ski Team.

Thu 14 May 2026

Cross-Country Skiing - 2025/26 Season Wrap

Australia’s cross-country skiing program delivered a historic season in 2025/26, highlighted by breakthrough World Cup results, record Olympic performances and growing depth across all levels of international competition.

Tue 21 Apr 2026

Cross Country Director Update - April 2026

All the latest news and updates from the Cross Country Community

Mon 13 Apr 2026

Para Snowsport - 2025/26 Season Wrap

Australia’s para snowsport season delivered a defining campaign, combining Paralympic podium success with historic milestones and continued growth across all disciplines.

Para Snowboard Para Alpine Para Cross Country XC Alpine Snowboard Paralympics

Mon 30 Mar 2026

Aussies Brave The Elements In Strong Finish To Cross-Country Program

The Italian Alps threw a little of everything at Lauren Parker and Dave Miln in their 20km cross-country final on Sunday, with the race starting in snow for the first time at these Paralympic Games, then some rain, a little sunshine, before low cloud set in.

Paralympics XC

Mon 16 Mar 2026