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Taylor Steele, Jaiden Steele, Kalani Miller and Kelly Slater at the Solento Organic Tequila VIP Sunday Session at The Grounds Currumbin for Gold Coast for Gold Coast at Large. Picture, Portia Large.

Kelly Slater uncut on why he’s not retired, fatherhood and loving GC

The 11-time surfing world champion Kelly Slater says one of his strengths is being calm in times of stress – but opens up on what’s “unnerving” him in a Gold Coast interview. Read the full chat

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GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 27: Eleven-time WSL Champion Kelly Slater of the United States after surfing in the Snapper World Champs Heat at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro on April 27, 2024 at Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. (Photo by Cait Miers/World Surf League)

Surfing legend puts on show at Gold Coast Pro

Eleven-time surfing world champion Kelly Slater hit the water for the Gold Coast Pro on Sunday, adding serious star power to the contest.

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There was some great action in Sunday's finals at Aussies.

Pathway to a dream! New Olympic goal for Aussie everyday heroes

It’s been a nursery for Olympic talent since it began but if international life saving can rustle enough support these everyday heroes will be able to stay at the beach to follow their dream.

GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 27: Eleven-time WSL Champion Kelly Slater of the United States surfs in the Snapper World Champs Heat at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro on April 27, 2024 at Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. (Photo by Andrew Shield/World Surf League)

90+ pics: Slater, Gilmore among showstoppers at Gold Coast Pro 2024

World champions have been joining the line up at Snapper Rocks for the 2024 Gold Coast Pro. See the full gallery

Kelly Slater again dominated the opening day of the Quiksilver Pro at Snapper Rocks in Queensland Australia. The event champion and current world champion caught this wave in his round one and negotiated a big barrel ride successfully to post the day

How Snapper Rocks locked in world’s best surfers 2025-2028

Snapper’s back! The world’s best surfers are returning to the Gold Coast for the Championship Tour in a lucrative four-year deal. Subscribe and read the details.

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Barwon Heads' Jerry Kelly in action in round 2 of the Victorian Junior Surfing Titles. Picture: Noah Clifford/Surfing Victoria

Barwon Heads surfer makes bold play in second round of Vic titles

A Barwon Heads surfer held off an in-form friend in the latest round of the Victorian Junior titles, with a host of Jan Juc competitors also in form at Gunnamatta Beach. See how they fared.

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Some of the top ironman athletes in Australia

Aussie Ironmen: Legend picks his top 12 of all time

In nearly 60 years of racing at the Aussies incredibly there have only been 25 different ironman champions. So who’s the best? We ask one of the greats who has plenty of stories to tell.

Australia's Best Junior Surfers Prepare for the 2024 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship

Australia name team for ISA World Junior Surf Champs

One month out from the event, Australia has announced it’s team of 12 for the 2024 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship to be held in El Salvador this May. Full details and team inside:

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OAHU, HAWAII - FEBRUARY 2: Sally Fitzgibbons of AustraliaÃÂ surfs in Heat 4 of the Opening Round at the Billabong Pro Pipeline on February 2, 2023 at Oahu, Hawaii. (Photo by Tony Heff/World Surf League)

‘Olympic spirit’: Why surprise Games reality fuelled Fitzgibbons

Surfer Sally Fitzgibbons pictured roaring crowds and packed stadiums at her Olympic debut in Tokyo. The reality was vastly different but the emotion surrounding representing Australia in 2021 was exactly the same. This is why.

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BELLS BEACH, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 26: Ethan Ewing of Australia prior to surfing in Heat 5 of the Opening Round at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach on March 26, 2024 at Bells Beach, Victoria, Australia. (Photo by Aaron Hughes/World Surf League)

Aussies out of Bells in ‘crazy’ conditions

Changes have been made to Bells Beach finals schedule due to ‘crazy’ conditions as local talents Ethan Ewing and Ellie Harrison crashed out.

BELLS BEACH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 26: Kelly Slater of the United States surfs in their first heat during the 2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach on March 26, 2024 in Bells Beach, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

Kelly Slater crashes out at Bells Beach

Surfing legend Kelly Slater has bombed out in the early stages at Bells Beach – in what could possibly be his last appearance at the famous break.

Male rising surf stars Jarvis Barrow, Jack Lindsay and Remy Filer with female rising stars Juliet Muscroft, Chloe Muscroft and Cedar Davie. Picture: supplied

Future stars of surfing honoured with Surf Coast rising star nods

Six rising stars of surfing across the Surf Coast Shire have been honoured with rising star accolades ahead of this week’s Rip Curl Pro. See who has been named a star of the future.

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2018 World Surf League World Tour.Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach , Victoria , Australia. Australia's Mick Fanning is pictured with his family : brother Edward , mum Liz and his sister Rachel after his heat. Picture : Ian Currie

Surf legend Mick Fanning rocked by death of third brother

Shattered Gold Coast surfing legend Mick Fanning has posted a heartfelt tribute to his brother Edward, who died suddenly in Africa.

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25-03-2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach press conference with Molly Picklum. Picture: Brad Fleet

World number one praises landmark deal for ‘queen of surfing’

Aussie surfer Molly Picklum believes an important deal between her team and the ‘queen of surfing’ is a sign of things to come for the sport, as the world number one eyes success at Bells Beach.

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25-03-2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach press conference with Gabriel Medina. Picture: Brad Fleet

Brazilian sets course for Bells Beach breakthrough, Olympic success

Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina will be chasing gold at the Olympic Games in July. But first, an elusive victory at Bells Beach is spurring the three-time world champion on.

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25-03-2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach press conference with Ethan Ewing Picture: Brad Fleet

Breakthrough Bells Beach win ‘pretty hard to top’, says defending champion

Australian surfer Ethan Ewing’s emotional Bells Beach victory in 2023 saw him follow in his late mother’s footsteps by ringing the famous bell. The reigning champion opens up on his return to the famous break.

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25-03-2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach press conference with Molly Picklum and India Robinson. Picture: Brad Fleet

‘Makes sense’: Next step is glory for Aussie No.1

She’s only 21 but with a win already this year and the No.1 ranking it’s easy to get excited about Molly Picklum’s chances of glory at Bells Beach.

25-03-2024 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach press conference with India Robinson. Picture: Brad Fleet

Hometown hopes sit more comfortably for Robinson ahead of Bells Beach return

Surfing her home break of Bells Beach is always a dream come true for pro India Robinson. The Jan Juc surfer shares why she feels more prepared for a second appearance at the prestigious Rip Curl Pro.

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Photo: Tully Wylie, Ellie Harrison and George Pittar earn their spot in the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. Picture: Noah Clifford/Surfing Victoria

‘Dream come true’: Local surfers land Bells Beach wildcard entries

A Barwon Heads and Jan Juc surfer will fight it out with the best in the world after earning wildcard entries for this week’s iconic Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach.

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Stephanie Gilmore has signed a new deal with Rip Curl. Picture: Trent Mitchell

Gilmore lands ground-breaking deal with iconic surf brand

It’s a partnership made in surfing heaven – an eight-time world champ signing one of the biggest deals in Australian women’s sporting history with an iconic Aussie-born company.

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Macy Callaghan competing in the 2024 Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final at Burleigh Heads. Picture: Surfing Australia.

Major addition that could change the game for Aus Boardriders Battle

Jet-skis are poised to transform the Australian Boardriders Battle, as Surfing Australia unveils plans for an electrifying 2025 event.

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JEFFREYS BAY, EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 15: Two-time WSL Champion Tyler Wright of Australia prior to surfing in Heat 1 of the Semifinals at the Corona Open J-Bay on July 15, 2022 at Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa. (Photo by Alan Van Gysen/World Surf League via Getty Images)

‘Seven screws in my head’: Aussie star’s stunning reveal

Tyler Wright won two world championships competing with a breathing issue she’s finally resolved that has her primed for Olympic gold in Paris.

Maddy Job as Burliegh takes out the Comp at the Australian Boardriders Battle at Burliegh Heads. Picture: Glenn Campbell

How Burleigh Heads won wild new surf and sprint championship

When Burleigh needed someone to stand up to get them over the line, Gold Coast star Isla Huppatz blew the opposition out of the water. See how Burleigh won the Australian Boardriders Battle

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Rookies & aerial specialists: Aus Boardriders Battle team breakdowns

Eight-time world champion Stephanie Gilmore has been blocked from competing in this weekend’s Australian Boardriders Battle grand final. Read why here.

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Max Bassett won the opening round of the 2024 Victorian Junior Surfing Titles at Bells Beach. Picture: Andy Corner/Surfing Victoria

Geelong surfers make instant impression on state titles

A teenage surfer hopes to back up his win at the Victorian Junior titles at a new location next month, with a host of local competitors also snaring wins at Bells Beach. Here’s how they fared.

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