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National Surfing Reserve: Manly

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National Surfing Reserve: Manly

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Stu Nettle

Friday 24/09 0

All of the National Surfing Reserves unveiled so far have the words 'share', 'care' and 'preserve' engraved on the plaque. Except, that is, for North Narrabeen where the word 'share' is missing and replaced by 'respect'. I don't think it's a typo...

First Two Rounds at Quik Comp Thailand

First Two Rounds at Quik Comp Thailand

Stu Nettle

Friday 24/09 0

Highlights included Michael Anthony getting the wave of the day

Cheyne Horan and the Winged Fin

The Rearview Mirror

Cheyne Horan and the Winged Fin

The Rearview Mirror

Stu Nettle

Tuesday 21/09 3

In a homegenous and often stultifying culture Horan was a breathe of fresh air.

Sydney Heads Paddle for Charity

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Sydney Heads Paddle for Charity

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Stu Nettle

Tuesday 21/09 0

The 29th September is the first anniversary of the Samoan tsunami, a disaster that claimed many lives in the small island nation. Shortly after the event a group of Australian surfers went to Samoa to assist in the process of rebuilding. They received no government or corporate help, but did it on their own.

This same group of surfers wish to go back to Samoa to further help the locals.

Waves Misbehavin': Why the size varied during the East Coast swell

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Waves Misbehavin': Why the size varied during the East Coast swell

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Stu Nettle

Monday 20/09 24

How can a break be fifteen feet while next door is only five?

Slater Takes Hurley Pro Title and ASP Lead

Slater Takes Hurley Pro Title and ASP Lead

Stu Nettle

Sunday 19/09 0

Kelly Slater has taken out the Hurley Pro in flawless six-foot waves

The ASP Top 36 Score Flawless Trestles

The ASP Top 36 Score Flawless Trestles

Stu Nettle

Saturday 18/09 0

"That's the most rippable surf I've ever been in for contest, free surf, anything"

Round 2 Finished at Trestles

Round 2 Finished at Trestles

Stu Nettle

Friday 17/09 0

Organisers called competition off due to inconsistent swell.

GSI Team Up With Sea Shepherd

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GSI Team Up With Sea Shepherd

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Stu Nettle

Thursday 16/09 25

Global Surf Industries and Sea Shepherd have joined forces

Huge Surf Tests Fiji Decree

Huge Surf Tests Fiji Decree

Stu Nettle

Tuesday 14/09 27

The symbolism of free surfing in Fiji seems to be of more importance than getting over there and experiencing it.

Exhibition: Making Waves

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Exhibition: Making Waves

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Stu Nettle

Monday 13/09 2

The Jam Factory in Adelaide showcases contemporary craft and design

The Top 34 Light Up at Trestles

The Top 34 Light Up at Trestles

Stu Nettle

Monday 13/09 0

Day 1 of the Hurley Pro at Trestles went off