I had seen the cold front coming - but surprisingly I'd forgotten about it.That was until my phone beeped heralding this pictures arrival in my in box.
5cm of snow has fallen in Perisher, the wind has been howling and the storm is still raging!
Resorts further south like Hotham are reporting falls of up to 20cm.
The Illabunda website is now showing vacancies for winter - so if you haven't got your bookings in yet - now is the time.
If you are thinking of heading down on the opening weekend this year, then you are in for a treat.
The Snowy Mountains of Music festival is on and will keep you entertained with the likes of Tex Perkins and 42 other artists playing music including World, Folk, Roots, Celtic, Acoustic, Traditional, Dance and even Poetry!
Venues are in Perisher, Smiggins and Guthega.
