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Charlotte pass 10 year masterplan

$10 million, 10 year masterplan

Charlotte Pass Snow Resort Pty Ltd (CPSR) has announced a 10 million-dollar, 10 Year Capital Investment program for the resort.
This unprecedented investment at Charlotte Pass will see an increase in lifting capacity and the expansion of accessible terrain, through the installation of a brand-new Surface Lift towards Mount Stilwell and the replacement of Guthries High Speed Poma with a chairlift.

The snow season will be extended each year, with the installation of automated snowmaking to cover the Kosciuszko Triple Chair (to Mid-Station), Kosi Carpet and Basin Poma areas.

The ‘Grand Old Lady of the Mountains’, the Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel will be undergoing a major refurbishment of all guest rooms, food and beverage outlets.

The Charlotte Pass Oversnow Transport fleet will be expanded, with 2 additional Oversnow vehicles.  Charlotte Pass will also be investing in a range of initiatives to improve the environmental performance of the resort.

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This investment will also see the development of Year-Round activation of the resort, including the construction of conference and multifunction facilities at the Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel.  The resort will also move towards the provision of Accommodation, Food & Beverage facilities Year-Round, as well as the operation of the Kosciuszko Triple Chair during peak periods.

Kevin Blyton, Chairman of the Blyton Group said “today’s announcement demonstrates our commitment to the long-term growth of Charlotte Pass Snow Resort.  We believe this investment over the next 10 years will transform Charlotte Pass, building on its legacy as an on-snow experience like no other”.

New initatives:

The Charlotte Pass 10 Year Masterplan will deliver the following new initiatives from 2019 onwards:

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Extended Snow Season

The Charlotte Pass Snow season will be extended, following our investment in snow making as outlined below.

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Refurbishment of the Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel

Retaining its heritage characteristics while upgrading the standard of accommodation

  • Upgrade of all guest rooms and suites
  • Upgrade and re-configuration of Adams Cocktail Lounge
  • Upgrade ofThe Cellar Bar.
  • Expansion of Gift Shop and General Store.
  • Re-configuration of hotel heating and plumbing systems.
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Construction of a new surface lift towards Mount Stilwell

This will significantly expand the skiable terrain on offer at the Resort

  • Undertake feasibility and Environmental Impact study.
  • Preparation of Development Application and Environmental Impact statement.
  • Installation of new surface lift towards Mount Stilwell, with associated underground power and communication cabling as required.
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Continue to improve the environmental performance of Charlotte Pass
  • Replacement of automated Programmable Logic Controllers used in connection with the operation of the Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP).
  • Construction of roof over outdoor tanks at the STP, improving the overall energy efficiency.
    Re-cladding of STP buildings.
  • Sealing of roads within the resort.
  • Development of stormwater monitoring program.
  • Increased investment in energy saving initiatives.
  • Development of new waste and recycling program to increase awareness.
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Implementation of Year-Round Resort Activation
  • Provision of Food & Beverage Facilities Year-Round.
  • Operation of the Kosciuszko Triple Chairduring peak periods.
  • Accommodation to be available year-round.
  • Development of a Summer Events Program.
  • Development of Conference & Function Facilities, with construction of multifunction facilities at rear of the Kosciuszko Chalet Hotelto facilitate functions and conferences of various sizes.

* All proposed works & timeframes are subject to NSW Government Planning Approval process. 

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Expansion of oversnow fleet

Ensuring ongoing rapid, safe and reliable access to the resort

  • Purchase of 2 additional Oversnow vehicles
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Installation of next generation automated snowmaking system

Snowmaking system to cover the Kosciuszko Triple Chair (to Mid-Station), Kosi Carpet & Basin Poma

  • Construction of new pumping station
  • New underground piping & electrical cabling
  • Installation of fully automated snow making gun
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Replacement of Guthries High Speed Poma with a chairlift

Significantly enhancing the lifting capacity of the Mount Guthrie ski area

  • Undertake feasibility and Environmental Impact study.
  • Preparation of Development Application and Environmental Impact statement.
  • Installation of chairlift to replace Guthries High Speed Poma, more than doubling lifting capacity to the Mount Guthrie ski area.
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Construction, re-configuration and refurbishment of buildings
  • Construction of new staff accommodation building
  • Re-configuration of current Bella Vista staff accommodation to become new Charlotte Pass Snow Centre, encompassing:
    – Expanded space for further development of Children’s Snowsports programs.
    – New ‘Day Lodge’ venue.
    – Central Oversnow Transport Hub
  • Re-configuration of Snow Centre to become dedicated Equipment Hire Centre