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Beach cabanas increase in popularity causes issues for Noosa Heads surf lifesavers

Queensland surf lifesavers say this has been the busiest summer on the state’s beaches in three years, with 3.5 million beach visitors in December alone. Key points: Lifesavers carried out 670 rescues on Queensland beaches in December Volunteers have noticed a rapid rise in the popularity of beach cabanas in recent years, particularly at Noosa …

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Surf fans crowd Waimea Bay for the ‘Eddie’

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COURTESY SURFLINE Watch a live stream of the event. STAR ADVERTISER / 2016 John John Florence is seen catching a wave during the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau big wave surfing contest held in 2016 at Waimea Bay. Florence won the contest that year and returns to participate in today’s event. JAMM AQUINO / …

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Shark Attack On Dolphin Brings Upsetting News For Surfers

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While the summer season is almost set to begin, the beaches of Australia turn into major tourist attractions as tourists enjoy surfing. Recently, a surfing carnival on Sydney’s northern beaches has been suspended as a shark attack ruined the summer vibes for all present in the area. The officials have claimed that no one was …

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Hawaii Surf Team Captain Kai Martin Has His Sights Set on the CT

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Kai Martin representing Hawaii at the ISAs. Photo: ISA/Mike Rodriguez Kai Martin was proudly born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. Like many kids that grew up in the Aloha State, Martin’s dad pushed him into waves as a baby, destining him for a life as a surfer. But when he was two, Martin competed in …

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Why learning to surf can be great for your mental health, as per a psychologist | Health

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Nothing clears the mind like going for a surf. With the escapism and simplicity of riding waves, it’s no secret that surfing feels good. Now our preliminary study in children and adolescents adds to growing evidence that surfing really is good for your mental health. But you don’t have to have a mental illness to …

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Women join men in the lineup for historic ‘Eddie’ surf contest

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Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story! Two days before they were slated to make history as the first women to compete in today’s Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational at Waimea Bay, the six female contestants — Makani Adric, Paige Alms, Justine Dupont, Emily Erickson, Keala Kennelly and Andrea Moller — didn’t ‘t …

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From a broken back to surfing’s ultimate test: Taking on 60ft monsters

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“But I have worked really hard, every day it was months and months of rehab for this exact reason. I was in bed for a week or two, then in a back brace for two months and didn’t surf for six months. “Last week in Los Santos was big, solid stuff. I haven’t had as …

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Simple Five Signs That Someone Is Just Not Cut Out for Surfing

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Surfing is one of the toughest water sports to do. It needs a high fitness level and also some extensive training before getting into the sea. Kale Brock is a film director and a surfer who travels the world and surfs at different destinations. In 2022, when he visited Sydney for a coaching trip, he …

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“One For Marcio” – Albee Layer’s Tribute To Mad Dog

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Albee Layer occasionally washes off his war paint and reveals a warm and soft innard. He made the following heartfelt comment about the recent passing of Marcio ‘Mad Dog’ Friere: “At this point I’ve seen a lot in surfing, too many historic moments to count really. But there are a few that changed how I …

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Surf Life Saving Northern Region Calls For People To Swim At Lifeguarded Beaches During The Patrol Hours

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Sunday, 22 January 2023, 2:09 pmPress Release: Surf Life Saving Northern Region Auckland region sees five drowning fatalities in three days, prompting Surf Life Saving Northern Region call for people to swim at lifeguarded beaches during the patrol hours Surf Life Saving Northern Region says its heart goes out to the families of five drowning …

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