The Remarkable ski area in Queenstown had a picture perfect opening today, with blue skies and lots of snow.
Cold temperatures enabled consistent snow making throughout the week, and that was topped up by some natural snow falls, NZSki said in a statement.
Ski area manager Ross Lawrence said the team on the mountain was thrilled to be open on schedule.
"Everyone up here is enjoying getting in their first runs of the season," he said.
The ski fields are scheduled to to be open until October 7.
