And as the festive season approaches, many of us yearn for the magic of a white Christmas, but as this is not guaranteed, we’ve dug deep to find you these nostalgic photos hidden in our archives which unearth captivating images of Mansfield and Ashfield blanketed in snow.
So snuggle up and take a look.
25. Everything Comes to a Stop
1990 and people had to abandon their cars and cancel non-essential journeys as roads became treacherous with snow and ice. Photo: National World
26. Walk Up - Slide Down
Kids and adults alike take to the slippery slopes at Fisher Lane in early January 2010. Photo: National World
27. Ice Sculpture
Creators of this snow stegasaurus at Woodview Gardens, Forest Town, show off their hard work. Photo: National World
28. Life Goes On
Despite it being bitterly cold, Mansfield residents were still managing to go about their daily business. Photo: National World