The stablising of coronavirus numbers across the country came at the perfect time for snowfields.
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After worries early in the pandemic that the 2020 season might not happen, they are planning how to welcome visitors back to the slopes, while staying safe and healthy.
Thredbo
The slopes will be open at Thredbo from June 22, albeit with 50 per cent of normal capacity and social distancing rules.
This means people will have to adhere to a 1.5 metre "ski tip to tail" rule, there will be a limit of two people per chairlift and one per T-bar and only private lessons can go ahead.
Guests will need to purchase passes before arriving at the ski fields.
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Mount Buller and Mount Stirling
Victorian Alpine Resorts are already getting ready to open on June 22 and have requested people book in advance, but are not as far ahead as Thredbo in their safety requirements.
"The Victorian Alpine Resorts are continuing to work on their COVID SAFE operating plans, including capacity management, traceability, cleaning and hygiene, accommodation (commercial, shared and staff), food and beverage and transportation," report management said.
"There is much to be done before the resorts can provide their usual services."
Mount Hotham
Skiers looking to travel to Mount Hotham over the Queen's Birthday weekend will still have to pay a resort entry fee of $35 per vehicle and carry wheel chains, after purchasing resort entry passes online in advance to allow for a contactless entry into the resort.
Full prices will be charged when the season opens from June 22.
"Mount Hotham has experienced some fantastic early snowfalls, so we've been eagerly awaiting news on whether the winter 2020 season would proceed," Mount Hotham Alpine Resort Management Board chief executive Amber Gardner said.