The Surf Photo of the Year, sponsored by Tracks, has been awarded to Nick Green for his exceptional image featuring Laura Enever. The 2024 Australian Surfing Awards took place at HOTA, Home of the Arts, on the Gold Coast, presenting an incredible night honoring Australia’s surfing champions and contributors across 20 award categories. The highlight […]
The Surf Photo of the Year, sponsored by Tracks, has been awarded to Nick Green for his exceptional image featuring Laura Enever.
The 2024 Australian Surfing Awards took place at HOTA, Home of the Arts, on the Gold Coast, presenting an incredible night honoring Australia’s surfing champions and contributors across 20 award categories. The highlight of the event was the induction of Luke Egan into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame, acknowledging his remarkable 22-year journey on the ASP/World Surf League Championship Tour.
The Newcastle-born surfer, celebrated for his distinctive style and competitive accomplishments—four event victories and a runner-up result in the 2000 World Title—shared his appreciation during an interview with surf legends Joel Parkinson, Mark “Occy” Occhilupo, and Mark Richards.
“This is such a privilege,” Egan stated. “Being recognized alongside my idols is incredibly fulfilling. Surfing has bestowed upon me everything, and I’m thankful to be part of such a remarkable community.”
Honoring Surfing Excellence
The awards showcased Australia’s current prowess in surfing, with Jack Robinson and Molly Picklum named Male and Female Surfer of the Year, respectively. Both athletes have represented Australia at the Olympics and on the World Tour, demonstrating outstanding talent and consistency.
Emerging talents were also recognized, with Dane Henry and Sierra Kerr receiving the Mick Fanning and Stephanie Gilmore Rising Star Awards, while Jocelyn Neumueller and Kai Colless were awarded Female and Male Para Surfers of the Year.
Surfing icon Layne Beachley AO was honored with Surfing Australia Life Membership for her remarkable contributions to the sport. As a seven-time World Champion, Beachley’s influence reaches beyond championships as a trailblazer for equitable pay, improved opportunities for women, and her leadership as the former Chair of Surfing Australia.
“It’s a recognition that motivates me to continue pushing for progress,” Beachley remarked.
Acknowledging Creativity and Innovation
The event also celebrated creativity and innovation within surfing media:
- Surf Photo of the Year was awarded to Nick Green for his stunning image of Laura Enever at Shipstern Bluff.
- Surf Clip of the Year went to Soli Bailey & Chris Peel.
- The Surf Film of the Year award was given to Jay Phillips Isn’t Dead.
Community and Sustainability
The Greater Good Award was given to the Surfrider Foundation for their commitment to environmental preservation, while Patagonia was recognized with the Sustainability Award.
- The Indigenous Surfing Community Celebration Award was presented to Jordie Campbell, acknowledging his impact on Indigenous surfing.
- The Breakthrough Surf Brand award went to Rivvia Projects, commending their innovation and influence on the surfing industry.
Complete List of Winners
High-Performance:
- Female Surfer of the Year (Presented by BC Snacks™): Molly Picklum
- Male Surfer of the Year (Presented by Boost Mobile): Jack Robinson
- Stephanie Gilmore Female Rising Star Award (U18, Presented by QAS): Sierra Kerr
- Mick Fanning Male Rising Star Award (U18, Presented by AIS): Dane Henry
- Female Para Surfer of the Year (Presented by Experience Gold Coast): Jocelyn Neumueller
- Male Para Surfer of the Year (Presented by URBNSURF): Kai Colless
- Heavy Water Award (Presented by Zuum Energy Gum): Soli Bailey
- Shaper of the Year (Presented by Blackroll): Darren Handley – DHD
- Coach of the Year (Presented by Surfing Australia High Performance Program): Matt Bemrose
Media:
- Surf Photo of the Year (Presented by Tracks): Nick Green featuring Laura Enever
- Surf Clip of the Year (Presented by Surfline): Soli Bailey & Chris Peel
- Surf Film of the Year (Presented by Channel Nine): Jay Phillips Isn’t Dead
Participation & Community:
- Peter Troy Lifetime Achievement Award (Presented by Surfing World): Max Wells
- Simon Anderson Boardrider Club Award (Presented by Jim Beam): Burleigh Boardriders Club
- Surf School of the Year (Presented by Cooee Toys): Surfing Services Surf School
- Greater Good Award (Presented by Kennards Hire): Surfrider Foundation
- Breakthrough Surf Brand of the Year (Presented by QMS Media): Rivvia Projects
- Indigenous Surfing Community Celebration Award (Presented by ASC): Jordie Campbell
- Sustainability Award (Presented by ACCIONA): Patagonia
Additionally:
- Hall of Fame Inductee: Luke Egan
- Hyundai She’s Electric Winner: India Robinson
