On the frequency of rogue waves
Tuesday, 15 September 2020 65
Just out of Carnarvon, the 'King Waves Kill' sign warns tourists of rogue waves around the Quobba Blowholes. But what are rogue waves and how frequent are they?
Swellnet Analysis
The winter that was - 2020
Thursday, 3 September 2020 55
Spring has sprung across most of the country, but before it fades from memory let's look back on the winter that was.
La Niña Alert
Thursday, 20 August 2020 24
This week, the Bureau of Meteorology forecast an increased likelihood of a La Niña event happening. What does it mean for surf prospects?
For Seeking Heat Capacity
Tuesday, 18 August 2020 53
Why water temperatures don't keep pace with the seasons.
Not so dry July
Wednesday, 5 August 2020 25
The Surf Coast was terrible, while the East Coast pumped. A look back at the synoptic setup through July.
The cluster effect
Thursday, 30 July 2020 52
Why are we seeing back to back lows forming in the Tasman Sea this season?
Closing in on cyclone forecasts
Friday, 24 July 2020 7
The most powerful of all weather phenomena is also the most unpredictable, but scientists are improving cyclone forecasts, and surfers stand to benefit.
From west to east, the stage is set
Tuesday, 7 July 2020 44
A storm off Western Australia provides the pre-cursor for a low that's forecast to develop in the Tasman Sea next week.
Looking back on a great run of surf
Thursday, 2 July 2020 13
It's been a great six weeks of waves on the East Coast. We look at the setup responsible for the run of quality surf.
A fraction too much friction
Tuesday, 30 June 2020 33
Wondered why the winds at your local beach don't match those of your local weather station? It's often due to friction.
Analysis : La Nina watch
Thursday, 25 June 2020 38
The Bureau of Meteorology are on La Nina watch. If La Nina develops, what are the likely surf outcomes?
Bypassing The Pass
Friday, 5 June 2020 57
A rare build up of sand at Byron's best wave causes a surfer to look backwards and make a surprising discovery.
