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AUSTRALIAN BOARDRIDERS BATTLE TO REMAIN IN NEWCASTLE TILL 2022

The final of the Australian Boardriders Battle will remain in Newcastle for at least the next three years, in a decision confirmed by the state government on Tuesday.

“The World Surf League-sanctioned event is the biggest grassroots boardriders competition in the country, with 24 clubs in the national final, and the participation of WSL athletes draws international attention from surfing fans around the globe,” said New South Wales Tourism Minister Stuart Ayres.

Next year’s final is set down for the weekend of the 15th and 16th February, with today’s decision locking in Newcastle Beach as the host venue until 2022.

The northern New South Wales qualifier – one of eight which helps decide the finalists for the two day event – will take place at Coffs Harbour on October 13.

“Newcastle’s main beach is made for the nudie Australian Boardriders Battle Series Final and both staff and competitors love being in town for the three day club surfing spectacle. The waves are always good and the terraces are ideal for spectating. Surfing Australia thanks City of Newcastle for hosting our flagship event in our flagship series,” said Surfing Australia Chief Executive Officer Chris Mater.

Local club Merewether head into the event as the defending champions.

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