The 2025 Australian Junior Surfing Titles has run this past week, with a number of local surfers making the NSW Team.
Featuring the nation's best junior surfers, the Australian Junior Surfing Titles encompasses individual divisions for U14-U18 junior men and women, as well as a school surfing division for U16-U19 (MR Shield) junior men and women. The seven-day competition took place between November 29th and December 5th, 2025.
U16 and U18 winners earn a spot on the Australian National Surfing Team, The Irukandjis team, for the 2026 ISA World Junior Surfing Championships.
Dee Why surfer Ben Zanatta won the 2025 Australian Title, taking out the U18 Men’s Division.
During the U18’s Final between Ben and Queensland’s Will Martin, commentators of the live broadcast shared Ben was riding a Psillakis surfboard, crafted by Mike Psillakis of Psillakis surfboards at Brookvale. Mike is the twin brother of Mercury, a Long Reef Boardriders member, who our community recently lost on his home break at Long Reef-Dee Why through a fatal shark attack.
Pittwater MP Jacqui Scruby, as well as Longy Boardriders and Maria, Merc’s wife, called for more drone surveillance to increase safety at popular metro surfing and swim spots as Summer commenced, a call backed up by the council.
Ben and his fellow team mates were jumping all over the oceans' edge when it became apparent he'd won - just before they chaired him back up the beach.
Immediately after winning Ben said: ‘’I was frothing to get chosen for the NSW team and then chosen as Team Captain. And now I’m frothing to be part of the Irukandjis Team and represent Australia at the 2026 World Junior Surfing Championships.’’
‘’I’d like to thank my mum and dad and girl and Dee Why Boardriders and especially Mike Psillakis and Merc – this is for Merc Psillakis, he has definitely helped me achieve goals. During the last few months I’ve felt like he (Merc) was by my side.’’
Competing in the Australian Junior Surfing Titles is a huge achievement, and the whole community has been behind the NSW Team and the young surfers from the peninsula who were chosen to represent the state, following the comp over its 7 days.
Team NSW. Photo Credit: Surfing Australia / Andrew Shield
Set in Wollongong, competition involves thrilling performances, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments. Structured to give these up and coming young Australian surfers a taste of the extended format of tour competitions, the camaraderie within teams, and on the beach across all states, sets the athletes up for all the positives surfing brings.
Saturday night, 6th December, 2025
Surfing Australia today hosted the 2025 Australian Surfing Awards incorporating the Hall of Fame at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (QLD)
Graham “Sid” Cassidy’s induction into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame headlined a spectacular celebration of Australian surfing talent at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, QLD.
An influential journalist, promoter, and event director, Graham “Sid” Cassidy was instrumental in shaping professional surfing throughout the 1970s and 1980s — not just in Australia, but across the global sport. .
The night also celebrated Australia’s elite surfing achievements, with Olympians and World Tour surfers Dane Henry and Molly Picklum named Male and Female Surfer of the Year, respectively. Locana Cullen received the Mick Fanning Rising Star Award presented by Boost Mobile, while Leihani Kaloha Zoric was honoured with the Stephanie Gilmore Rising Star Award presented by the AIS. Annie Goldsmith and Joel Taylor were recognised as the Female and Male Para Surfers of the Year, respectively.
Tom Myers, who took the world by storm in 2025, has won the Heavy Water Award, presented by Better Beer.
“It’s been a year beyond my wildest dreams. A year being a dad, a year going surfing, a year surfing big waves simply because I love it. I can’t believe everything that’s happened; I’m so stoked to be here. It’s strange that it’s all happening at home. I’m a Freshwater local, and we try to claim the Queenscliff bombie as our own. I’ve pretty much stayed in the postcode all year.”
Current President of Freshwater Boardriders, Tom took out the Men's Ride of the Year in 2024/25 Big Wave Challenge earlier this year. As an added bonus to top off that wave and this year, the Surfing Australia Surf Clip of the Year presented by Celsius Energy Drinks went to Simon 'Sky Monkey5' for his clip of Tom.
Simon and Tom - a great way to close a great year. Photo: Surfing Australia / Ethan Smith
In the Participation and Community categories, the Simon Anderson Boardrider Club Award was won by Long Reef Boardriders Club.
The Simon Anderson Club Award recognises the Australian boardrider club that excels not only in outstanding surfing performances but also for making significant community contributions, blending competitive success with positive local impact. A strong emphasis is placed on a club's positive involvement and support for its local area, beyond just surfing.
Long Reef Boardriders have been busy in recent months. Current President Natasha Gee led the organisation of a massive paddle-out at Long Reef Beach to honour Mercury Psillakis in late September 2025, with over 1,000 surfers coming together from throughout the community to follow Merc's twin brother Mike into the water.
Over the past few weeks they've been championing for surfers get a fair listen regarding Shark Mitigation, Sand Dunes and Community use of Surf Clubs. On Friday, before heading north, members and Surfing SW's Luke spoke to NSW Minister for Agriculture The Hon Tara Moriarty (protector of NSW's State Fish, the Eastern Blue Groper) and came away with the impression that the government is listening and things look positive so that no other family can go through what Mercury's family are going through and that ''Merc's legacy to bring safety to the water will live on.''
See last week's report: Jacqui Scruby - Council - Long Reef Boardriders - Maria Psillakis Call for Expanded Drone Surveillance to Improve Safety at Beaches
And Sunday December 7 announcement: Minns Government announces $2.5 million boost to summer beach safety with immediate extra shark surveillance drones
Long Reef Boardriders Association (LRSA) was established in 1973, and have been fostering surfing talent, promoting environmental stewardship, and building a strong community spirit for all of those 52 years.
Recent NSW Hall of Champions inductee Mark 'Mono' Stewart was tonight named honouree of the Greater Good Award presented by Kennards Hire. Stewart reflected on his experience captaining the Irukandji Para Team at the 2025 ISA Para Surfing Championships and expressed how humbled he is to receive such a prestigious honour:
“I was extremely proud to captain the Australian team at the ISA World Para Championships this year. We finished fourth overall, but the whole team—especially the women—truly excelled and did an incredible job.
To receive the Greater Good Award is such an honour. I’m humbled to be recognised alongside so many inspiring nominees, and proud to be part of the adaptive surf community.”
Raising the bar year on year, and consistently redefining what is possible as a junior surfer, Locana Cullen has been awarded the Mick Fanning Rising Star Award by Boost Mobile:
“I can’t believe it — it’s been a crazy year. Winning this award is probably my proudest achievement ever. I’m just so stoked. Thank you so much to everyone who made this possible.” Loci said on Saturday
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Loci with his Award. Photo: Surfing Australia / Ethan Smith
Announced officially on Sunday December 7 2025
More drones will take to the sky, begin patrols earlier and operate for a longer period, along the NSW coast this summer, as part of a $2.5 million boost by the Minns Labor Government to strengthen the state’s shark mitigation program.
More shark surveillance drones will be procured for surf boardrider clubs through their peak body Surfing NSW as soon as possible.
From Saturday 13 December, beaches will also see Surf Life Saving’s shark surveillance drones in operation one week earlier than planned and they will be extended to the end of March 2026.
This additional funding builds on top of the Minns Government’s existing $21.4 million annual Shark Management Program, which already funds SLS NSW’s drone surveillance at 50 beaches during the school holidays over December and January.
The boost to the state’s shark mitigation program will deliver the following additional effort:
- Significantly extending drone coverage and in-air time across beaches to enhance safety for surf boardriders and swimmers.
- Stronger public awareness campaign to promote SharkSmart safety for all beach users.
- Tripling the size of the community shark bite kit rollout program at isolated and unpatrolled beaches to enhance the first aid response for anyone bitten.
The announcement comes after calls for the same from Long Reef Boardriders Club, Maria Psillakis, Mike Psillakis, Pittwater MP Jacqui Scruby and Wakehurst MP Michaël Regan.
Friday December 5 2025, Current Long Reef Boardriders Association President Natasha Gee and Carlos Blacksmith The Hon Tara Moriarty MP, NSW Minister for Agriculture, Maria Psillakis, widow of Mercury, Mike Psillakis, Merc's twin brother, and Lucas Townsend, CEO of Surfing NSW . Photo: LRSA
Thirty-two beaches will commence drone patrols earlier than planned, starting from next weekend (13 December), increasing to 50 beaches by 20 December. SLS NSW patrols will operate drones daily over the Christmas holiday period to the end of January, and then with additional funding will now operate on weekends through to 29 March 2026.
The Government is also partnering with Surfing NSW to roll out drones and training to boardrider clubs between Newcastle and Wollongong, adding another layer of safety for local surfers and surf events.
The Government will also provide funding for an additional 150 Community Shark Bite Kits to be placed at beaches outside of metropolitan areas.
These Community Shark Bite Kits were the initiative of Danny Schouten, whose mate Kai McKenzie was attacked by a shark while surfing at Port Macquarie in 2024.
These kits contain a tourniquet, compression bandages, dressings, a thermal blanket, whistle, gloves and first aid instructions for a serious bite injury.
The new funding will also see an extensive community awareness and SharkSmart education program across social media and at coastal communities this summer to promote shark safety tips.
The SharkSmart van and the trailer will both travel up and down the coast and do pop-up sessions at beaches to deliver information and support to beachgoers.
To spread the word on safety even further QR-coded ‘SharkSmart’ posters will be installed at beaches in every coastal LGA so anyone can click onto safety information.
There will also be further modifications and improvements to the popular SharkSmart app to further enhance its useability and information for beach goers.
This will be delivered as a significant enhancement of the Shark Management Program already deployed in the water, which is the most comprehensive, evidence-based program in the world and covers a range of initiatives, including:
- 305 SMART (Shark Management Alert in Real Time) drumlines in 19 local government areas for year-round coverage.
- Shark nets at 51 beaches across eight LGAs between Newcastle and Wollongong, deployed 1 September to 31 March
- Tracking the movements of tagged sharks via 37 tagged shark listening stations, with at least one station in every coastal local government area for year-round coverage. When a tagged shark is detected by the station, an alert is sent to the SharkSmart app
NSW Minister for Agriculture and Regional NSW, Tara Moriarty said:
“I met with Maria and Mike Psillakis who have been tragically impacted by the death of their husband and brother, Mercury, at Dee Why Beach in September following a shark attack. We spoke about increasing protection for boardriders and recognising the role of surfers in beach safety as a legacy for Mercury.
“This is why the Minns Government is now increasing funding for Surfing NSW so they can roll-out a comprehensive drones and training program for their many clubs between Newcastle and Wollongong, as a significant contribution to honouring his legacy.
“The Minns Government is always looking to improve our shark mitigation program so that it will reduce interactions of swimmers and boardriders with sharks.
“Drones have shown to be an effective eye in the sky when it comes to early shark detection and warning beach users. This enhancement package is another important step forward in using and expanding their potential along our coastline.
“While there is no 100% safeguard to protect people from shark interactions, a mix of technologies and public awareness will increase safety. We are intensifying the operation of our SharkSmart beach visit pop-up sessions along the coast and enhancing the user experience of our popular SharkSmart app.”
“A better awareness of sharks and their behaviour can help us all enjoy the beach and reduce the risk of shark interactions this summer.
Lucas Townsend, CEO of Surfing NSW said:
“For Mercury and the Psillakis family, turning a tragic event into recognition and support for the role surfers play in keeping our beaches safer is an incredible legacy.
“Boardrider clubs are the heartbeat of coastal communities, and our members are on the beach 365 days a year, at unpatrolled times and locations. Our role is to complement Surf Life Saving’s patrol season. This investment helps us boost coverage in those gaps and lift our capability to keep surfers and beachgoers safer, year-round.
“Since 2022, we’ve been working with the NSW Government and DPIRD on surfer-led drone surveillance and shark trauma response in regional surf communities, training more than 90 volunteer drone pilots and placing more than 500 trauma kits into boardriding clubs and surf schools. This support allows us to take that program right across NSW.
The announcement comes atop Long Reef Boardriders being announced as the Simon Anderson Boardrider Club Award winners at the 2025 Australian Surfing Awards on Saturday December 6.
The Simon Anderson Club Award recognises the Australian boardrider club that excels not only in outstanding surfing performances but also for making significant community contributions, blending competitive success with positive local impact. A strong emphasis is placed on a club's positive involvement and support for its local area, beyond just surfing.
Long Reef Boardriders (LRSA) said:
''This initiative not only supports safer surfing for everyone but also honours the legacy of Mercury Psillakis, a much-loved member of our northern beaches surf community.
A huge thank you to Tara Moriarty, Chris Minns, Michael Regan nd Jacqui Scruby for backing Surfing NSW and recognising the vital role boardriders play in keeping our beaches safe. Your support means so much to our club and the broader surfing community.
With more eyes in the sky and extra resources rolling out, we’re feeling confident heading into the busy summer season at Long Reef.
Here’s to safer sessions, stronger communities, and honouring those who shaped our lineup.''
L to R: Maria Psillakis, Long Reef Boardrider member Carlos Blacksmith, Wakehurst MP Michael Regan and Pittwater MP Jacqui Scruby, Current Long Reef Boardriders Association President Natasha Gee, Surfing NSW's CEO Lucas Townsend. Photo: LRBA
Tilly Cooper with her debut children’s book, A Day of New Adventures. Photo: Michael Mannington OAM
Fledgling magpie in the backyard this week in 2014 - eleven years on.... - picture by A J Guesdon, 2014.
An almost fledged Magpie was found adjacent to the PON yard this week, just about to be bitten by two dogs in the yard it had landed in. Rescued, advice was sought on what to do, with Sydney Wildlife instantly helping out.
As the magpie was saved before it was bitten and uninjured the priority becomes keeping it calm and cool and hydrated and near the parents, so it is not stressed and they know where it is and can feed it.
Put it in a cardboard box (they can hurt themselves in receptacles like cat cages) and up off the ground in either a tree o atop your garden shed where no cats or dogs can get at it and it's safe - make sure you choose a shady spot. If there's a tree above this that is ideal as the parents can perch there and keep on eye on it, carolling to it.
Put a shallow small dish of water, say a bottle top, in the cardboard box.
DO NOT put water down the birds throat with a dropper or by any other means - you can cause it to asphyxiate and drown.
To help the parents, put water out for them nearby, so they can feed that to the bub and also soak some dog or cat kibble in water until it's mushy and put that where the parent birds can get it and feed it the junior escapee.
Wildlife volunteer carers state at kibble with no fish in it is slightly better as there is more protein in it.
At night you will need to close the box up so the bird is kept safe, but they go to sleep at dusk and will not wake up until it's beginning to get light. We saw the parent birds staying near the box 'nest' until dark and then they were back up, like us, as it became light again.
Birds that are almost fledged will only need to be kept safe for 2-3 days as they will soon be able to fly enough to keep themselves off the ground and following mum and dad around, calling for more food. They will take off.
The next day, the magpie we rescued was soon sitting on the shed roof with a parent bird, and after a half hour of grooming it's still small but strong enough wings, the pair flew off, back to the nest and the trees surrounding this.
If you can keep the baby birds, and almost fledged birds, near the parents they will do much better and wildlife carers won't have to try and work out where the parent birds are when they're trying to reunite them.
If the parents birds aren't feeding the bub (they need to be fed every half an hour at that age) then a wildlife carer will need to collect the bird as it needs specialised food and care.
Our yard is home to fledging Butcher birds, lorikeets, the magpie family, a tawny frogmouth pair, galahs, corellas and sulphur crested cockatoos at present. The Australian figbird pair have returned again too this year.
All of these have been living here for decades, generation after generation, and most produce 2 young each year. Their calls for food can be heard from before sunup until dusk.
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a fledging Rainbow Lorikeet - one of two sets of birds that have had bubs this Spring-Summer - they too are learning to fly and although a little clumsy, can keep themselves off the ground
So, it's a busy time of year for all the permanent yardbirds that live here, and although the little bugger kept getting out of the box and back into danger, it's good to have one win until it was ready to fly up and out of where it may be attacked.
We'll still be keeping an eye on this bird to make sure it's ok, and stays safe.
If you can keep them safe and keep them near their parents until they can fly enough to keep themselves safe, the rest will come in time.
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we initially put the cardboard box on the ground in the shade so the parents birds knew where it was - our dog is kept indoors on days like this where it's cooler -one of the parent birds can see their errant child in the box, the gap also allowed them to feed it that way:
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Profile of the Week Tilly Rose Cooper's Debut Children's Book is set to Inspire a New Generation of NippersTeen and youth leader Tilly Rose Cooper has announced the launch of her debut children’s book, A Day of New Adventures — an uplifting story inspired by her own journey as a young Nipper at Mona Vale Surf Life Saving Club.
The story follows Emily, a child experiencing her first day at Nippers, capturing the excitement of joining the surf club while exploring themes of trust, courage, friendship, family values, and water safety. Illustrated by Mona Vale SLSC member Richard Perry, the book aims to inspire families to discover the Nippers program together and help children build confidence in and around the ocean.
Tilly, who continues to make a positive impact through several community initiatives — including My Fijian Clothes Drive and The Electric Way to Pedal, an e-bike safety awareness project — says the book is her way of giving back.
“Surf lifesaving has given me confidence, courage, and a second family,” Tilly said. “I wanted to create something that helps other kids feel the same sense of belonging and bravery. This book is for every child stepping into the waves for the first time.”
A dedicated champion of community spirit, Tilly recently received the Global Leadership Network’s Next Gen Step-Up Challenge for her work supporting children and families in Fiji through her My Fijian Clothes Drive. The Global Leadership Network’s Next Gen Step-Up Challenge invited young people to share their leadership impact in 60-second short films, capturing what it means to step up, make tough choices, and lead for others.
Tilly also proudly serves as an Ambassador for the Kimaya Brighter Minds Program, promoting youth leadership and positive decision-making across Fiji and Australia.
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