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On Friday, 21st February, we hosted the inaugural Gala Community Evening at the Noosa Sofitel Pacific Resort. an exciting new initiative designed to give local businesses the opportunity to win a major festival sponsorship and unlock a game-changing marketing opportunity. With a short lead time from concept to execution, we are pleased with the results...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing Beach Bar is back and better than ever, bringing you epic live entertainment and the best local talent, all set against the stunning backdrop of Noosa Main Beach. Open daily from 12–8pm, from Friday 14th March to Sunday 23rd March, this is the perfect spot to soak up the festival...

For generations, there has been a healthy rivalry in the waves between longboarders, shortboarders and surf club members. Rarely does it boil over into anything more than a little friendly jibing, but the differences, and the boundaries, remain. Several years ago, Noosa surfer Dane Wilson noticed this distinct segregation and searched for a way to...

Golden Breed Surf has proudly returned as the major sponsor of the Noosa Noserider, cementing its commitment to showcasing the pinnacle of professional longboarding. Known as one of the most prestigious divisions of the Noosa Festival of Surfing, the Golden Breed Noserider draws the best of the best to Noosa’s pristine waves, celebrating the artistry...

Anticipation and excitement is building as the Noosa Festival of Surfing inks a deal with local apparel consulting agency Noosa Vibe House to deliver a premium range of festival merch for 2025. After the stunning success of the 2024 range, which completely sold out, these coveted limited-edition items aren’t going to last long. Last year’s collection featured...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is stoked to announce Casa Spirits & Cocktails as an official Partner for the 2025 festival! As a central hub of the Festival, the famous Beach Bar needs a range of drinks to satisfy the several thousand who enjoy themselves during the event. Casa Spirits & Cocktails brings their no-nonsense...

We’re thrilled to announce CRUZR E-Bikes as the newest partner of the Noosa Festival of Surfing! This family-run business, based in Coolum Beach and led by Tim and Brodie, has been delivering exceptional e-bikes and outstanding service across the Sunshine Coast and beyond in recent years. With a strong focus on sustainability and environmental impact,...

Proudly Presented by Sumup Payments Over 50 Longboarders Set to Compete at Noosa Longboard Pro As Part of the 2025 Noosa Festival of Surfing Australia / Oceania’s Best Up and Comers Begin Battle For Spot on 2025 WSL Longboard Tour  More Available at WorldSurfLeague.com Photos: @be_ryder  Newsfeeds:  COOLANGATTA, QLD / AUS (##day, December ##, 2024)...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is thrilled to announce a landmark partnership with BYD, marking the Festival’s first official vehicle partnership in a decade. This collaboration promises to bring a new wave of excitement to the event, uniting BYD’s innovative electric vehicle technology with the vibrant surfing community. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicle...

We’re thrilled to welcome back Hydro Flask, a leading name in the surf industry, as a major sponsor of the 2025 Noosa Festival of Surfing. Renowned for their dominance in the sustainable drinkware market across Australia and New Zealand, Hydro Flask's commitment to sustainability perfectly complements our top-tier program, especially in reducing single-use plastic water...

In case you missed it, 2025 competitor registrations are now open! Those wanting to join us in 2025 are encouraged to sign up now using our 10% early bird discount code valid until the 30th November (11:59pm AEST) CODE: 10-OFFNFS25 REGISTER HERE https://youtu.be/FlUSlareSF8 2024 Noosa Festival of Surfing Highlights Accommodation Options For those coming from...

An iconic Festival needs an iconic logo. Those are the exact words organisers used to brief WeAreFlip, a Brisbane-based creative agency in charge of re-designing our Festival logo as the reputable event enters its 34th year in 2025. After taking over management of the Festival in late 2018, World Surfaris Events wanted to announce their...

The 2025 Noosa Festival of Surfing is giving one lucky business the chance of a lifetime—to become a top-level strategic sponsor of this world-renowned event, happening from 14th to 23rd March 2025.  How can you enter? Simply register your business for our inaugural Gala Community Evening on Friday, 21st February at the prestigious Sofitel Noosa Resort, and you’ll be in the...

https://youtu.be/TgH9j08sf4o The 2024 Festival gallery is LIVE! Thank you to Melissa from Down The Line Productions for the amazing photos! 2024 Gallery

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Together with our merch partners Noosa Vibe House we are proud to present your Noosa Festival of Surfing merch range for 2024. There is something for everyone this year. From fresh designs to exciting collabs, inspired by the heritage of the Noosa Festival of Surfing and the local flavour as well as the stunning natural...

As if 10 days wasn't enough to sink your teeth into the happenings of the Noosa Festival of Surfing, we've gone and added another epic event to kickstart the Festival with a unique live screen printing display at the amazing New York Minute in Noosa Junction. This event is completely free and brought to you...

Join legendary surf icon, Tommy Wegener at the new Matsos Brewery, Eumundi on Mon 11th March from 6-10pm for the ultimate surfers trivia. Salty Brains Trivia is the brain child of Surfers for Climate CEO Josh Kirkman. Head to the Hinterland for brain teasers, art and good times as we come together and celebrate surf...

The design team have been busy and thanks to the help of Kudos Surf we are stoked to give you this sneak peak of our new rashies for the 2024 Noosa Festival of Surfing presented by GemLife. The rashies are sublimated so no more perishing peeling logos! Let us know what you think!

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is thrilled to announce FCS as the official naming rights partner for the highly anticipated HP Longboard and Twin Fin Events. The partnership between NFOS and FCS marks a significant milestone in the world of surfing, uniting a powerhouse surf brand with a powerhouse surf event dedicated to innovation, performance,...

"In a thrilling development, Laguna Bay Longboards proudly announces its sponsorship of the 2024 Noserider Invitational at the prestigious Noosa Festival of Surfing". With a rich history dating back to their establishment in 1995, Laguna Bay Longboards has consistently delivered top-quality surfboards, earning them a revered status among Noosa locals and surfers globally. The Noserider...

A global showcase of the world's very best! The Noosa Festival of Surfing is blessed to have the very best surfers converge to the shores of Laguna Bay every single year. In 2024, we welcome a very special field of 24 world-class noseriders, encompassing men, women, and juniors. This prestigious event, known for celebrating the...

Noosa Festival of Surfing Welcomes Gage Roads Brewing Co as the Official Beverage Partner for 2024 Noosa, Queensland - January 17th, 2024 – The excitement is building for the 2024 Noosa Festival of Surfing as we proudly announce Gage Roads Brewing Co as the official beverage partner. In a multi-year deal, this partnership marks a...

Prepare your taste buds for a frothy adventure as BrewFest joins us in Noosa for the very first time. BrewFest will be an unforgettable experience in 2024. With expectations set to host over 3,000 attendees, this year's festival promises to be a celebration of craft beer excellence, featuring 30 brewers from across Australia and somewhere...

1. Jayce Pioli | The Dark Horse Jayce Pioli is a dark horse in plain sight. A stalwart fixture of the Noosa lineups, especially on a big swell, Jayce knows the points and their waves only too well. Making numerous sporadic appearances in the Noosa Festival roll-call over the years, he has made several finals....

THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD (FOR 10 DAYS) Are you ready for a wave of excitement and community spirit? The Noosa Festival of Surfing invites you to become a crucial part of the action through our dynamic Volunteer Program. Offering both paid and unpaid roles, this program is your golden ticket to immerse yourself...

In 2024, the Noosa Festival of Surfing is making waves in sustainability through a groundbreaking partnership with Ecovantage. The festival's commitment to minimizing its ecological footprint and setting new benchmarks for major events in the Noosa shire is evident through its dedication to sustainability initiatives. These include the Waste Warriors program, plastic-free policies, and carbon...

Prepare for a week-long retreat filled with boundless fitness, enjoyment, and excitement against the breathtaking backdrop of Noosa as Active Escapes collaborates with the prestigious Noosa Festival of Surfing for their 4th year. Marked on the Active Escapes calendar as a standout event, this much-anticipated experience for wellness enthusiasts is scheduled from March 6th to...

WORLD SURFARIS & THE NOOSA FESTIVAL OF SURFING HITS THE 6 YEAR MARK! World Surfaris, known globally for its surf travel exploits will reach a major milestone in 2024 managing their 6th consecutive Festival. During that time World Surfaris Chairman, John Finlay, has been faced with several challenges including Cyclone Oma washing away the beach...

The 33rd Noosa Festival of Surfing (NFOS) will be held from 8-17 March 2024 (inclusive). For the third consecutive year, the presenting partner for the 2024 Festival is GemLife Resorts. NFOS has grown from humble beginnings to become the largest surf gathering in the world. Pre-covid, the Festival attracted significant participation from international and interstate...

There she goes again, ladies and gentlemen! Another year, another amazing Festival of Surfing doing the Noosa community proud. A big thank you to World Surfaris for organising another epic edition of this highly reputable festival. This event takes several months for our small but powerful team to pull off. We are already planning 2024...

Three years ago we introduced a retro twin fin division to the Festival. When asked if they would like to support the event and the division, Head honcho of Vissla, Mr John Mossop jumped straight at the opportunity. The first year was an awesome success with an array of retro, pre-85 twin fins lined up...

They're back again! The Deus Noosa team are bringing their much-loved energy to the Noosa Festival of Surfing and they're not here to f**k spiders! With a schedule we are excited to see, kicking off on Sunday the 5th March with Film Premier - "The Long Road to Grajagan" featuring team riders, Jared Mell, Tom...

For the third year running, the Noosa Festival of Surfing and SurfAid will open the Festival in style. Raising money for people in need down at the Solbar beach bar on Friday 3rd March, 4-8pm. This year, CEO Doug Lees and his team of SurfAid minions have decided to strip things right back and make...

In 2022, the Noosa Festival of Surfing collaborated with Sunshine Coast gin distillery - Sunshine & Sons to create a traditional dry gin that sends the taste buds tingling. Laguna Bay, spanning from Noosa Main Beach to Granite Bay, is world-renowned for beauty that never disappoints - just like the taste of our limited edition...

Regretfully the Noosa Festival of Surfing wishes to announce that the High Performance Freestyle Championship (HPFC) has had some major setbacks this past week!  Unfortunately, our presenting partner of this division has withdrawn their sponsorship which we are absolutely shattered about! Their decision to withdraw has nothing to do with the Festival/Event which they support...

After catching a glimpse of what the Festival was all about in 2022, Varuna Surfboards is proudly joining the 2023 Noosa Festival of Surfing as a major partner.  Founded from a recognition of the need for sustainability within the surfboard industry, Varuna is the brainchild in part of founder Damien Cole. Son of legendary Victorian...

From the earliest days of modern surfing, there have been those striving to capture it on film. First in photography, then later on film, surfing has captivated image makers almost as much as it has its participants. Documenting the lifestyles and culture of generations of surfers as much as the waveriding itself, iconic movies encapsulated...

Every year, the upper echelons of the world’s longboarders vie for the lofty esteem of being crowned world champion. But this isn’t a one-competition decider, and underdogs and newcomers have toppled even the biggest names in longboarding. Though there are those who gain seeded entry into the World Surf League (WSL) Longboard Tour, many have...

Noosa Festival of Surfing – Official Photography 2023 For the 10th year running, official Noosa Festival of Surfing photographer Dave Gleeson of Sunny Coast Photos (formerly Surfshots Noosa) will be back to capture epic action shots of competitors at this years Noosa Festival of Surfing which is being held 3-12 March 2023. Dave offers surf photo...

As we zero in on another Noosa Festival of Surfing, competitors are reminded to respect our policies and procedures around cancellations and refunds. If you are unable to compete for whatever reason, please respect that our event team is extremely busy entering the final weeks before the event to ensure those that are still attending...

Every year, a stellar lineup of some of the world’s best longboarders flocks to the shores of Laguna Bay for the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Celebrating its 32nd anniversary in 2023, the Noosa Festival will benefit this year from open borders and the free international travel regained since the pandemic. With competitors flocking in from...

Noosa Festival of Surfing is Australia's largest surfing event and you could win a stay for two on the Sunshine Coast worth over $2,600* to celebrate.Hang 10 with: A 2-night stay for two at Peppers Resort Noosa in a 2-bedroom apartment from 3 to 5 March 2023 (plus a 10% off promo code if you want to...

We are excited to announce entries for the Noosa Longboard Pro are now open! After a couple of tough years, the Noosa Longboard Pro returns to Noosa Heads presented by Allpress Espresso. Last time the WSL were in town, a then 43 year old Joel Tudor hoisted the Noosa trophy along with his third world...

The best seat in the house just got better with exclusive bookings now available for the Noosa Festival of Surfing’s Beach Bar Gazebo. Noosa’s First Point is often heralded as ‘the best seat in the house’, its natural amphitheater offering exceptional views of all the action with the stunning Laguna Bay as its picturesque backdrop....

It's nearly time to party in Noosa for the 2023 Noosa Festival of Surfing presented by GemLife. Every year since 1992, Noosa Malibu Club have showcased their coveted event on the beautiful shores of Laguna Bay. As is a common trait of the event, new and exciting additions have been made to the Festival and...

Proudly presented by Allpress Espresso WSL PRESS RELEASE: COOLANGATTA, Queensland /Australia (Wednesday, December 14, 2022) - The World Surf League (WSL) Asia Pacific (APAC) is excited to announce two 2023 Longboard Qualifying Series (LQS) competitions. The Noosa Longboard Pro and the Manly Classic will run in the first half of the year and help decide the...

Author - PHIL JARRATT Noosa’s longboard superstar Harrison Roach has seemed destined to win a world title since his teen years. At 31, he may have started to think the dream would never be realised, but no victory ever tastes as sweet as one you’ve had to wait for. And Harrison’s World Surf League Longboard...

9 days of pure stoke has ended for the 31st instalment of the Noosa Festival of Surfing! Check out all the action from this years memorable festival. https://youtu.be/o_JXx89_618?list=PLa8PxE-L99AuEkNX720Y72K0arTc-NHeG The Noosa Festival of Surfing team would like to thank the following people: Josh Allen John Finlay Thomas Alexander Glen and Darlene Gower Rick Espiner Naomi Waite...

On Sunday the 13th March, 2022 history was made at the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Hawaiin-born Aussie, partner of Zye Norris, and local Noosa shredder Sierra Lerback beat a field of 80% men to claim the prestigious Old Mal in fun waves at First Point on Finals Day of the Festival. Sierra by no means...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing team is very proud of the initiatives we have developed around sustainability and giving back over the years. 2022 was possibly our best year so far with over $65,000 raised between our two supporting charities. The Board Meeting & SurfAid. SURFAID; An organisation that supports women and children in remote...

It was an amazing Surfing Festival with our strong 368 competitors taking it up a notch in some very entertaining surfing. With 6 of the 9 days competition held at First Point, competitors across 23 divisions made the most of the conditions. Here is our 2022 finalists and division champions. Congratulations to all participants, see...

As thalassophiles - that is, ocean lovers - we are all too familiar with the power of the sun. Whether it’s simply that satisfying salty-crispy feeling on our skin or the aggravating sting on the back of legs and neck, the sun has touched us all at some point.  Fortunately, we have learned of its...

Barons are coming! But they won’t be wearing chain mail or riding steeds, nor will they be wheeling barrows of stolen cash or towing boatloads of drugs. The “barons” of the ABC-TV drama series of the same name, about to hit our screens in prime time all over Australia in April, are the barons of...

NEW and exciting in 2022 are our Beach Bar Gazebos complete with lounge suite and table service supported by LUXICO. Groups can book two-hour time slots giving them a VIP experience with up to 10 people. Imagine kicking back with your best friends in your own private area with the best views in the house,...

From Granite to the Rivermouth, Laguna Bay has treated beach-goers, especially surfers to a playground of world-class, sand-bottom point breaks for as long as we care to remember. It's hard to imagine another place in the world consisting of such beauty, not to mention four world-class points in walking distance of each other and backing...

It's the headline that needs no creativity and no second thought for the organisers of the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Approaching its 31st year, the Festival prides itself on leading the way in three key areas; Sustainability and environmental awareness Providing competitors a world class event to enjoyGender equality and equal prize money "We would...

Mark Mathews is a world-renowned speaker and big wave surfer who is obsessed with the topic of 'fear'. A Red Bull Athlete and in-demand public speaker, Mathews has paved a successful career in the two things he is most fearful of. Big waves and Public Speaking, the latter being the biggest. Mathews will deliver his...

The 2022 Festival of Surfing is nearly here. So, with that being said....don't forget to organise your event photographer. Dave Gleeson is one of the Sunshine Coasts and most in demand photographers shooting many major events in Noosa and Queensland in general. Dave will be taking on a very limited number of surfers who wish...

There may be some good news for all our international competitors desperate to get back to Australia and compete in the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Charles Nowak from Nowak Migration who has been assisting the Festival on immigration advice since late 2021 has provided some useful insights for any international surfers wishing to participate in...

By Thomas Alexander The Noosa Festival of Surfing has many familiar names and faces; surfers who return year after year to compete, commune, and carouse.  For more than a handful, ‘returning’ means simply donning a contest rashie and paddling out at their home break, as Noosa has spawned more than its share of expert surfers...

The time is 1971, When Albert Falzon’s breakthrough surf film, Morning of the Earth documented the amazing surf sojourns of household names like Terry Fitzgerald, Gerry Lopez, Michael Peterson, Stephen Cooney, Rusty Miller, Baddy Treloar, Nat Young and Chris Brock. At the time these surfers had only just touched the sides of what the future...

AN AVID SURFER FOR OVER 50 YEARS, SURFING HAS BEEN A DEFINING FORCE OF GEMLIFEDIRECTOR GREGG PIERCY’S LIFE, AND TODAY HE CREDITS THE SPORT FOR HIS DRIVE TOSTAY FIT AND TRAVEL. Growing up between the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, Gregg was immersed in surf culture from a young age, taking up surfing from around...

By Thomas Alexander A new year has welcomed plenty of change and growth for the Noosa Festival of Surfing, proudly presented in 2022 by GemLife. Though South-East Queensland was decimated by the recent visit of tropical cyclone Seth, the region’s surfers revelled in incredible waves up and down the coast. Kirra, on the Gold Coast,...

Wow!  Was the word on everyone’s lips these last couple of days as Tropical Cyclone Seth provided the Sunshine Coast with an unforgettable session at Noosa’s famous points.  Our home was cooking and everyone was invited to feast upon the best conditions Noosa has seen since ex-tropical cyclone Oma which landed in February 2019!  Julian...

#surfingdogchampionships Arguably the most entertaining event on the Queensland events calendar, if not Australias. The VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog Championships are hosted at the Noosa Festival of Surfing and co-presented by Simparica Trio. Before we meet our Surfing Dogs for 2022. Let's check out the action from 2021. https://youtu.be/lV5AzUJV8o0 2021 Dog Surfing sponsored by VetShopAustralia &...

The celebrated Noosa Solbar will return to the sands of Noosa’s Main Beach in 2022, with a collaborative lineup of liquid refreshments. Presenting next year’s beach bar, Solbar will feature a range of taste-bud tingling delights with the intention of creating more consumer choice than ever before whilst showcasing and supporting a complete Sunshine Coast...

At the Noosa Festival of Surfing, we have seen one philosophy reflected again and again over our 30-year history: Great things happen when mates get together. This has rarely been as perfectly illustrated as with four local mates, bound by a love of the ocean, the Sunshine Coast environs, and fine, premium spirits. The four...

After the unprecedented success of this year’s inaugural twin fin division, the event will be returning in 2022, proudly presented by Vissla. Twin fins are, in some regards, a missing link between traditional longboarding and modern-day short boarding, forming one aspect of the dramatic shortboard revolution of the 1970s. This pivotal era was a time...

Standing as a bastion of surf culture across the planet, Deus ex Machina will be aligning with the Noosa Festival of Surfing in 2022. Though their presence has been felt for many years and the brand has previously presented the Deus Whomp Comp bodysurfing division, this will mark their first attendance as a major division...

Over the years, the Noosa Beach Bar has evolved into a local favorite and a popular watering hole for those on holidays or in Noosa at the right place, right time. With a growing craft brewery network on the Sunshine Coast, event organisers have supported local suppliers more than ever. 2022 will be no different...

On Monday the 8th November, the Noosa Festival of Surfing announced internationally recognised big wave surfer and public speaking extraordinaire, Mark Mathews will be joining us in 2022 for his Life Beyond Fear presentation. Event Organisers, World Surfaris attempted to bring Mark to the Festival in 2021 but Covid restrictions made it extremely difficult to...

Pic by @surfshots Noosa While all divisions attract a wealth of talent across age divisions and disciplines, each year the Logger Pro raises the benchmark of what is expected of contemporary longboarding. Competitors have travelled from across the planet from dozens of countries and regions to take part in this, the premier division of the...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is pleased to announce that GemLife are the presenting partner of the 2022 event. Josh Allen (Event Manager) said, "2022 is hopefully the year where the world bounces back from the challenges of Covid-19. Despite a very successful 2021 Festival, the team and I are looking forward to planning with...

Organisers of the 2021 Noosa Festival of Surfing have hailed the event as a great success. 2021 was truly a landmark year for the Noosa Festival of Surfing, celebrating 30 years of this great event loved all over the world. We appreciate the collaboration and assistance we received from local businesses, media, surfers, volunteers, artists,...

Join us on Thursday the 20th of May, for our inaugural Surf Film and Photography night. Hosted at the Noosa Surf Museum (3 Hilton Tce, Noosaville). Get a peek behind the lens and into the world of surf photography and be inspired by international surf and travel photographer Chris Peel. Chris has curated a stunning...

Established in 2016, Noosa Flow's Claire Toone and co will be taking morning yoga classes on each weekend of the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Classes will operate out of the Noosa Solbar (in front of the Noosa Surf Club) from 6am - 7am & 7am - 8am. It is highly recommended to book your sessions...

Can you believe it!? 30 years of the Noosa Festival of Surfing. In that time we have seen over 13,000 surfing competitors, about 300,000 competitive heats, 500 division champions and over 100 surfing dogs... Numbers aside, we think this year is pretty special. Especially after the year we have had it's exciting that we can...

It’s going to be a different kind of Noosa Festival of Surfing in 2021. Not only are we switching months and seasons, but this will also be a year of ‘locals only’. With the COVID pandemic all but closing our borders, this year will be an all-Australian affair… well, mostly! Despite this limitation on entries,...

Pic by @surfshots Noosa While all divisions attract a wealth of talent across age divisions and disciplines, each year the Logger Pro raises the benchmark of what is expected of contemporary longboarding. Competitors have travelled from across the planet from dozens of countries and regions to take part in this, the premier division of the...

Local Skateboard Coach Presents Land-Based Event With most of the action taking place in the waves at Noosa’s First Point, a new land-based event will offer fresh opportunities for spectators at this year’s Noosa Festival of Surfing. Mat ‘Chiggy’ Chigwidden will be hosting Chiggy’s Skate Fest – nine days of skateboarding action set in the...

In November 2020, when event organisers, World Surfaris decided the Noosa Festival of Surfing would go ahead for it's 30th year, it was uncertain just how many competitors would sign up. With a reduction of between 20-30% in international competitors, there were fears the event would see less than 300 surfers competing for the first...

The 30 year history of The Noosa Festival of Surfing will be available for all to see on action/adventure sports TV platform Fuel TV. The streaming service and the Festival have agreed to stream our live broadcast AND feature a 2 part TV show at the conclusion of the 2021 event for the next 12...

We are excited to announce that Melbourne surf park, URBNSURF will be partnering with the Noosa Festival of Surfing in 2021. https://youtu.be/IiqeCWdy-y4?list=PLa8PxE-L99AuEkNX720Y72K0arTc-NHeG URBNSURF is located a couple of minutes from Tullamarine Airport (Melbourne's major airport). After your short drive to the surf park, you are greeted with perfect peeling right and left handers that run...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is delighted to acknowledge the support of the Queensland Government via Tourism and Events Queensland’s QDEP Round 17 funding program. TEQ has been a long term supporter of the Noosa Festival, which has grown to be the largest longboard festival in the world. The 2021 Noosa Festival will the 30th...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is feeling energised after announcing that Red Bull will be supporting the event in 2021. The team at Red Bull are thrilled to partner with the festival for its 30th addition of this magnificent event. Event sponsors have come and gone over the years, but Red Bull have no intention...

If you are thinking about coming to Noosa this year for the Noosa Festival of Surfing you should consider booking early. Our accommodation partners listed HERE have released special deals for competitors and longer stays. Due to the increase in domestic tourism, it is a very good idea to think about your accommodation earlier than...

The Noosa Festival of Surfing has always implemented successful sustainability practices. In 2019 we ran the first completely plastic free event utilising plastic alternatives and biodegrade-able materials wherever possible. This year we will be taking it up a notch by partnering with global sustainability partner, Seatrees (Sustainable Surf). Seatrees are a non-for-profit organisation who's simple...

GemLife announced as Noosa Festival of Surfing Senior Divisions Partner Queensland-based international active resorts developer GemLife became the major supporter of Noosa World Surfing Reserve early in 2020, and in 2021 joins forces with NWSR as major sponsors of the Noosa Festival of Surfing. Director and CEO of GemLife Adrian Puljich said he was excited...