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From yakitori to gelato, late nights in Newcastle are full of snack options. You can start the night with Ginger Meg’s which serves up dumplings…
Sierra Kerr and Jarvis Earle Win 2024 Burton Automotive Pro Junior
Sierra Kerr (AUS) and Jarvis Earle (AUS) have continued their incredible runs of form in 2024, claiming victory at the Burton Automotive Pro Junior, World…
Young stars to shine at Burton Automotive Pro Junior In Port Stephens
OVER 100 of the Australia/Oceania region’s best junior surfers will travel to PortStephens this week to compete in the Burton Automotive Pro Junior scheduled forBirubi…
Wildcards dealt at Burton Automotive Wildcard Trials
THIRTY surfers contested the Burton Automotive Wildcard Trials at Birubi Beach in the Port Stephens Local Government Area on Saturday 17 February. On offer to winners of…
Newcastle: For the music fans
When the surfing stops, the music and dance scene thrives in the seaside city of Newcastle where gigs and parties are frequent and well-regarded. Palm…
Inaugural Reflections Cadet Cup draws ‘sizzling teen talent’ to Bonny Hills
TEEN surfers faced gusty weather conditions and fierce competition in the inaugural Reflections Cadet Cup on the NSW Mid North Coast this weekend. The debut…
Surfest 2024 to present nine surfing events across three LGAs
A WHOPPING nine events across three NSW Local Government Areas (LGAs) areexpected to draw around 700 athletes, their families, and their supporters to Mid North…
Sierra Kerr and Jarvis Earle Win 2024 Burton Automotive Pro Junior
Sierra Kerr (AUS) and Jarvis Earle (AUS) have continued their incredible runs of form in 2024, claiming victory at the Burton Automotive Pro Junior, World…
New Events Added to 2024 Surfest
TWO inaugural events targeted at tomorrow’s surfing champions – The Reflections Cadet Cup and the Burton Automotive Pro Junior – have been added to the…
Sanbah Surf’s Worlds Biggest Demo Day is on again!
The Sanbah Surf Worlds Biggest Demo Day is on again! Be at Dixon Park Beach Newcastle, Sunday 29 October from 8am to 1pm to demo…
Joel Vaughan and Bronte Macaulay Claim Victory at Burton Automotive & Speaking in Colour Pro QS 5,000
Sunday, March 26, 2023 Joel Vaughan (AUS) and Bronte Macaulay (AUS) have claimed victory at the Burton Automotive & Speaking in Colour Pro World Surf…
Newcastle Grammar and Cronulla High win
The Mutual Bank High Schools Team Challenge
Newcastle Grammar (boys) and Cronulla High (girls) have come out on top at The Mutual Bank High School Team Challenge at South Bar beach as…
Field Narrowed at Burton Automotive & Speaking in Colour Pro QS 5,000
Friday, March 24, 2023 Day 4 of competition at the Burton Automotive & Speaking in Colour Pro World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series (QS) 5,000…
Top Seed Domination on Day 3 of Competition at The Burton Automotive Pro QS 5,000
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 Competition has continued today at the Burton Automotive & Speaking in Colour Pro World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series (QS) 5,000…
Huge field for The Mutual Bank High Schools Team Challenge
ONE hundred and thirty students from 17 New South Wales high schools will converge on South Bar beach in Newcastle this Thursday 23 March and…
Competition Kicks Off in Newcastle For Burton Automotive Pro QS 5,000
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 Competition has kicked off at the 2023 Burton Automotive & Speaking in Colour Pro World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series (QS)…
Simon and Curtis bag double victories at Surfest’s Indigenous Classic
Sunday, March 19, 2023 Rainbow Bay’s Taj Simon and Lennox Head’s Ocea Curtis have each taken double honours at the 2023 Surfest Indigenous Classic by wrapping…
Competitors Arrive in Newcastle Ahead of The 2023 Burton Automotive & Speaking In Colour Pro
Saturday, March 18, 2023 An international field of over 180 of Australia / Oceania and Asia’s best up-and-coming surfers have arrived in Newcastle for the…
Evolution Charity Cup raises over $55k for Hope In A Suitcase
More than $50,000 was raised for foster-care children on Friday as the fifth annual Evolution Charity Cup was held at Merewether. With support from local…
Newcastle – Food and Wine, Adventure & Family Friendly Experiences
Newcastle’s dining scene is thriving and known for its diversity. For a casual night out, Habesha is one of the best in the state for…
Indigenous businesses combine to support Surfest 2023
Left to right: Warren Smith, Cherie Johnson, Jillian Asquith, Jake Chatfield Image by: Speaking in Colour Local indigenous businesses Asquith Workforce, Koiop Connect, Peibri Place…