A Thredbo Chamber of Commerce InitiativeA Thredbo Chamber of Commerce Initiative

THREDBO - THE TOP LOCATIONFOR EVENTS Thredbo is a fully self-contained alpine village nestled in the heart ofthe spectacular Snowy Mountains. Itspicturesque location beneath mainlandAustralia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko(2228 metres) provides the perfect backdropfor any event imaginable.

Known as a world-class year round resort,Thredbo is a renowned summer destinationwith more than 300 000 people visitingbetween November and May for a taste ofmountain air, friendly hospitality and to enjoythe many relaxing or adventure basedactivities.

Thredbo offers a range of services andfacilities to assist in staging events from 20 -5000 attendees with an on hand locally basedfacilitator available. Located on the banks ofthe crystal clear Thredbo River andsurrounded by a sea of snow gums, this yearround alpine village is an event organiser’sparadise.

Thredbo hosts a range of sport and culturebased annual summer events including theThredbo Blues and Jazz Festivals, StateSeries Triathlon, Gourmet Food and WineWeekends, Tour de Snowy, ThredboWeddings, National and State SeriesMountain Bike Races and Shakespeare on theGreen.

Let Thredbo be the shell for your next event.

EASY AND ACCESSIBLEMOUNTAIN LOCATION Travelling toThredbo is more like a tourist drive and gettingthere is a picturesque journey. Many people travelto the Snowy Mountains just to experience thespectacular views from the Kosciuszko Alpine Way.

Thredbo is between 5.5 - 6.5 hours from Sydneyand Melbourne and 2.5 hours from Canberra.

Regular flights to Canberra exist from Sydney,Melbourne and Brisbane with easy transfers toThredbo. 45 minute flights exist from Sydney toCooma and Thredbo is only 1 hour drive away. Hirecars, airport shuttle, taxis and bus services existbetween Cooma and Thredbo.

Regular coach services and charters are availableto Thredbo from Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra.For larger events, Thredbo has it’s own villageshuttle bus service.

A MOUNTAIN OF VENUES AWAITWhat makes Thredbo special for events is thevariety of venues available from outdoor locationsthat will inspire and invigorate to a small intimatebar or restaurant.

The Village Square is an open-air alpine malland creates a great atmosphere for outdoorperformances for up to 1000. It is also Thredbo’sretail hub offering a range of cafes, restaurants,clothing, gifts, home wares, art gallery andessential services.

The Village Green is a large grassed areasurrounded by nature with views to the top of themountain. It’s perfect for marquee, performances,stalls, presentations, picnics and sports.

The Village Concourse offers a great backdropfor parades and displays.

Kosciuszko Express Chairlift top station (2010metres) is a unique area offering endless viewsacross the spectacular mountain range and intoThredbo Valley.

Poolside at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel is a perfectamphitheatre or entertaining area.

The barbecue bank is a lush grassed picnic areaon the banks of the beautiful Thredbo River.

Friday Flat offers a large outdoor concert areawith a gentle slope providing great acoustics forthe 400 seat Fridays Restaurant.

Thredbo’s Golf Course hugging the banks of theThredbo River is a PGA rated course and is anothergreat location.

Dead Horse Gap is only a short drive fromThredbo and in deference to its name is frequentedby the many brumbies that live in the area.

PHOTO REFERENCE

1. Thredbo Village through ancient snow gums.

2. Swimmers enter the Snowmaking Pond atThredbo’s State Series Triathlon.

3. Thredbo's duck pond is just one of thepicturesque locations surrounding the lushVillage Green.

4. Many of Australia’s Olympic athletes havetrained in the Thredbo Leisure Centre’s AISrated 50m pool.

5. Friendly mountain hospitality and a diverseatmosphere exists within the many alpinevenues.

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“It’s peace of mind to know thatTourism Thredbo offers a localbased facilitator and liaison toassist with event organisation.”

Stewart Wauchop Music Director Jazz and Blues Downunder

Thredbo Leisure CentreThe $6 million Australian Institute of Sport (AIS)Thredbo Leisure Centre caters for elite athletes andis also open to the public for a range ofmultisport activities or even an exhibition. Includesa 50m pool, water slide, sport hall and gymnasium.

Thredbo Community Centre and the ThredboChapel are just two more of the atmosphericvenues hidden amongst the many lodges andchalets of this surprisingly diverse village.

Eagles Nest is Australia’s highest restaurantboasting uninterrupted views of the surroundingmountain range and its best-kept secret is theGondola ride to the top, at dusk, with themagnificent pink hued alpine sunset as a backdrop.

The many lodges and chalets within Thredbohave individual characteristics for function andevent locations. Many feature private bars,restaurants and guest entertaining areas.

WHY THREDBO FOR YOUREVENT?• Easy and accessible mountain

location

• Complete range ofaccommodation to suit allbudgets

• Superb mix of restaurants,cafes and bars

• Complimentary village servicesand retail centre

• Experienced in hosting amultitude of events

• Rewarding experience forvisitors

• Locally based facilitator toassist

• Locally based hire andequipment services

Thredbo's Village Square during the Thredbo JazzFestival weekend; alive with a cool mountain vibe.

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"Apart from being one of themost spectacular backdrops inworld cycling, Thredbo offersexcellent accommodation,meals and wonderful supportfor the many events staged. If every organisation were asco-operative as TourismThredbo, it would make life somuch easier for the organisersof events. The Women's WorldCup and the Tour de Snowyhave benefited greatly fromThredbo's support and helpfulinfrastructure."

Phill Bates AM Sports Promoter Women's Tour de Snowy Women's World Cup Cycling

GREAT RANGE OFACCOMMODATION Thredbo has a range of year round accommodation choices with over4200 beds available on mountain to suit all stylesand budgets.

From cosy self contained mountain apartments thatrange from budget to 4.5 star rating, spaciousindividually characterised lodges, luxury hotel,chalets to boutique bed and breakfast; there’ssomething for everyone.

Thredbo has a Youth Hostel (YHA) and camping isalso available close by at Ngarigo or ThredboDiggings.

The Thredbo Resort Centre and ThredboAccommodation Services are Thredbo’s owncentral reservation centres. They are there toassist in securing all accommodationrequirements in Thredbo.

Jindabyne and the Thredbo Valley are only 20minutes away and offer further accommodationoptions if required.

PHOTO REFERENCE

1. Self-contained style...”On the Run” apartmentsin Thredbo.

2. A picturesque Alpine Village, Thredbo has over4200 beds to choose from.

3. Soaking up the summer sun at SnowflakesBakery.

4. Peering into the window at one of Thredbo’sintimate restaurants.

5. The multipurpose “Kosciuszko Room” is avenue well suited for a product launch.

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COSMOPOLITAN VILLAGESERVICESSupermarketNewsagentInformation CentreShuttle Bus service2 Reservation CentresATM/EFTPOS facilitiesPre SchoolChild careHairdresserMassagePhotography and video hirePhysiotherapistThredbo ChapelThredbo Community CentreKids Club and activitiesService StationMedical ServicesHealth & Beauty ShopBanking FacilitiesBusiness Centre

"The location is impressive andbreathtaking, strengthening theappeal of any event"

John Speight Thredbo Jazz Festival Music Director

SUPERB MIX OF RESTAURANTSAND CAFES Thredbo prides itself on offeringa huge selection of wining and dining options (20in all) located within the village.

A scrumptious array of local delicacies can befound on the menus of the award winning regionalrestaurants.

Within the many choices you’ll find there’s finedining, BYO, supper clubs, cafés, bakery, take awayoutlets, barbecue and picnic areas.

Thredbo is also renowned for its atmospheric bars,lounges and nightclub.

TOURISM THREDBO - ANEXPERIENCED EVENTSMANAGEMENT ORGANISATIONTourism Thredbo has been encouraging tourism andbusiness in Thredbo village for the past 16 years,primarily through developing a strong calendar ofsummer events.

Rest assured, our organisation will strive to assistyou successfully plan and research your next eventor function in Thredbo by acting as a liaison andpoint of contact.

Tourism Thredbo is associated with keystakeholders in the local and regional area and canact on behalf of your event to assist with logistics.

Importantly, Kosciusko Thredbo Pty Ltd (KT) whichis a division of Amalgamated Holdings (AHL) ownsthe leasehold for Thredbo and is a key member ofTourism Thredbo. Event organisers can expect asmoother development application process to seekevent approval. KT supports the development ofcontinued summer events in Thredbo and since1988 has spent in excess of $130 million onenhancements and upgrades to the resort.

Cascades Restaurant is one of the many wining and dining options (20 in all) available in Thredbo.

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“Not only is Thredbo a greatlocation, organising an event inThredbo is a smooth process dueto the commitment of the locallybased team who strive to ensureyour event is a success.”

Colin Battersby Owner/DirectorRaw NRG

THREDBO SUMMER EVENTS ANDFESTIVALS TO DATE A fantastic mix ofsuccessful summer events and festivals have beenheld annually in Thredbo since 1986.

JANUARYThredbo Blues festivals1500 - 1800 festival goers.The Thredbo Blues festival, held in January eachyear, has grown to become a well respectedboutique festival attracting between 1 500 - 1 800attendees. The festival attracts approximately 20international and local performers who play at thefestival over three days from Friday through toSunday evening; that’s over 200 hours of music!Performances can be seen at 15 unique mountainlocations including, poolside at the Thredbo AlpineHotel, Eagle’s Nest Restaurant at the top of theKosciuszko Express Chairlift, boutique mountainbars and restaurants and throughout the VillageSquare. Thredbo is transformed into a mountainhigh "Blues Town."

JANUARYThredbo Players host "Shakespeare on theGreen" performances

JANUARYThredbo National Runner’s Week400 participants8 days of activities for families who enjoy sportand competition. Fun Runs, Kids Games, Picnics,The Crackenback Challenge (foot race), Quiz Night,Walks, Golf, Tennis, Singalongs, Kosciuszko Classic(8km Race)

FEBRUARYState Series Triathlon in Thredbo150 participantsThis classic race consists of a 1200 metre swim, a40 kilometre bike ride on the Kosciuszko AlpineWay and a 10 kilometre run within Thredbo village.The event location is perfect for triathlete training.

FEBRUARYThredbo Sculpture Symposium Invited sculptors carve a piece of alpine gum orHebel block to create a piece of work in amountain theme. The works from previoussymposiums are found throughout the resort andbecome part of Thredbo’s Self Guided Art walk.

PHOTO REFERENCE

1. Mountain bike down, chairlift up, Thredbo isalso a mountain biking mecca.

2. Thredbo Blues Festival.

3. Thredbo’s village green alive during NationalRunner’s Week.

4. Thredbo Golf Course.

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IT’S A REWARDING EXPERIENCEFOR VISITORS Thredbo is a greatholiday destination so there is noshortage of available activities toentertain. Whether it’s recreation orrejuvenation, Thredbo has so much onoffer.

Thredbo BobsledGolf on Australia’s highest PGA rated golfcourseRange of village and mountain walkingtracksGuided walks to Mt Kosciuszko Platypus in the Thredbo RiverSelf guided art and heritage walksThredbo Historical MuseumFly fishing lessons and hireMountain bike tours and hireTeambuilding activitiesAbseiling and Rock ClimbingTennis CourtsKosciuszko Express ChairliftTraverse Climbing WallRowing/Kayaking/White Water RaftingAn alpine shopping experienceSwimming in the pondHorse ridingScenic drives and day tripsMassage and body care centreSquash Courts50m Olympic PoolMulti Use Sports Hall

"Thredbo's hospitality andfriendliness was second tonone during the Brett Ogle GolfWeekend - a great success!

Brett Ogle Golf International

MARCHTour de Snowy The world's best women road riders compete inthis 5-day event around the Snowy Mountains. Afield of approximately 100 riders race fromJindabyne to Thredbo and then undertake agruelling 35-kilometre criterium around the village.

MARCHGlobal Music festivals500 festival goers

APRILBrett Ogle Golf WeekendPro golfer Brett Ogle runs clinics and tips over aweekend on Thredbo’s 9-hole PGA rated golfcourse. A highlight of the weekend is the dinneraddressed by Brett Ogle.

MAYThredbo Jazz festivals1500 - 1800 festival goers

AUGUSTOlympic Torch Flare Run and celebrations500 participants

SEPTEMBERTaste it at Thredbo, gourmet wine and foodweekend

NOVEMBERBMW Motorcycle Rally400 participants

DECEMBER TO MAYNational and State Round Mountain BikeChampionships500 participants

Raw NRG Mountain Bike Fat Tyre festival The Raw NRG Fat Tyre festival is an action packedweek of Race Training with some of Australia's(and the world's!) best racers. Recreational ridingfrom beginners to advanced is part of the festival.The week culminates with a state round of thenational series.

The top of the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift...and Australia

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FIND OUT MORE Thredbo offers theperfect backdrop and venue for any eventimaginable. Thredbo provides the rightinfrastructure and ease of planning andorganisation with Tourism Thredbo’s locallybased facilitator, to ensure that your eventruns smoothly.

Above all, guests to your event will also havean invigorating and enjoyable alpineexperience.

For more information about staging your nextevent at Thredbo please contact:

Business & Events ManagerTourism ThredboPO Box 132Thredbo NSW 2625Phone: (02) 6457 6882Fax: (02) 6457 6970Email: tourismthredbo@acr.net.au This project is supported by funding from theCommonwealth Government under its (Dairy) RegionalAssistance Programme, administered by the Departmentof Transport and Regional Services (DOTARS) and SouthEast Area Consultative Committee (SEACC).

“Not only were the music andmountain venues superb,there’s so much more to do inThredbo; we rode the chairliftand walked to Mt Kosciuszkowhile there.”

Surveyed Response from the 2002 Thredbo Blues Festival.

This project is supported by.........

Travelling the world in a weekend at Thredbo’s Global Music festival TCC

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