Skiier dies at Australian resort

A person has died at an Australian ski resort.

The woman was on the slopes at Perisher in the Snowy Mountains.

“The alpine community of Perisher is saddened by the tragic death of a female skier who died this morning while skiing at Perisher Ski Resort,” the resort said in a statement.

“Perisher Ski Patrol and NSW Ambulance staff promptly attended the scene.

“The Perisher community is very upset by this terrible accident and we extend our heartfelt condolences to the lady’s family and friends.”

A NSW police spokeswoman said emergency services were called around 10.40am after reports a person was injured.

“Paramedics treated the person but they died at the scene. Initial enquiries suggest the person suffered a medical episode and a report will be prepared for the Coroner.”

A NSW Ambulance spokesman said they attended the scene on Pretty Valley Road in the Kosciusko National Park after reports of a cardiac arrest.

“We tried to resuscitate unsuccessfully,” he said.