Sunshine Coast Mourns Brooke Day After Japan Ski Lift Tragedy
The Sunshine Coast community rallies around the family of Brooke Day, a 22-year-old snowboarder who died in a tragic ski lift accident at a Japanese resort.
Category : Winter Sports
Second Australian Dies Skiing in Japan's Record Snowfall
A young Australian man has died while skiing off-piste in Japan's Hokkaido region, marking the second Australian fatality in a week amid unprecedented snowfall that has claimed over 30 lives across the country.
Vonn Eyes Olympic Comeback After ACL Tear
American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn remains determined to compete at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics despite suffering a torn ACL in a recent crash, drawing on her history of overcoming injuries.
Laura Peel's Olympic Dream in Doubt After Knee Injury
Australian freestyle skier Laura Peel, a gold medal favourite from Canberra, suffers a knee injury just days before the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, casting uncertainty over her fourth Games campaign.
Italy's Passler Banned for Doping Before Winter Olympics
Italian biathlete Rebecca Passler has been excluded from the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics after testing positive for banned substances, casting a shadow over the host nation just days before the Games begin.
Australian Woman Dies in Japan Ski Lift Accident
An Australian woman has died after her backpack became entangled in a ski lift at Tsugaike Mountain Resort in Japan. The tragic incident occurred in Nagano Prefecture, with the resort operator vowing to strengthen safety measures.
Lydia Lassila on Her Snowglobe Life in Lapland
Australian Olympic aerial skier Lydia Lassila shares her unique experience of living in a snowglobe-like setting in Lapland, Finland, detailing the challenges and joys of her family's life in the Arctic region.
Hunter Bobsledder Misses 2026 Olympics by One Spot
Maitland's Hayden Dark reflects on a 'super disappointing' near-miss for the Winter Olympics, as the Australian bobsled team fell just one qualifying position short for Milano Cortina 2026.
Bree Walker Hunts Olympic Glory in Peak Form
Australian bobsleigh athlete Bree Walker is in the best shape of her career as she aims for Olympic success, showcasing her dedication and skill on the international stage.
Scotty James wins Laax Open, Guseli third in historic sweep
Snowboard king Scotty James wins the Laax Open halfpipe, sending a message before the Milan-Cortina Olympics. Valentino Guseli third in historic Oceania podium sweep. Read more.
Jakara Anthony Becomes Australia's Most Successful World Cup Skier
Australian moguls star Jakara Anthony has become the nation's most successful World Cup skier ever with her 26th victory. The win puts her in prime position to defend her Olympic title in Milan-Cortina next month. Read more.
Olympic Snowboard Medallist Ueli Kestenholz Dies in Avalanche
Swiss snowboarder Ueli Kestenholz, who won bronze at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, has died in an avalanche. The 50-year-old extreme sports legend leaves behind two children.
Danielle Scott wins World Cup aerial skiing in Lake Placid
Australian aerial skier Danielle Scott breaks her season drought with a crucial World Cup victory in Lake Placid, boosting her confidence for the upcoming Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Walker's golden run ahead of Winter Olympics
Australian monobob star Bree Walker secures her second straight World Cup victory in Latvia, heading into the festive break as a top gold medal contender for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
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