Port of Newcastle partners with WSL to elevate Surfest to global status
Port of Newcastle has announced its Official Strategic Partnership with the World Surfing League (WSL) for Surfest 2025. The iconic surfing event has been added to the Challenger Series, which is the second highest tier on the World Surfing League (WSL) calendar. The 2025 event will see some of the world’s best surfing talent on the planet competing at Merewether Beach in June 2025. CEO Craig Carmody said Port of Newcastle is proud to bring back elite surfing back to Newcastle. “This iconic Hunter event is synonymous with the city, and raising Read more…
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Port of Newcastle has announced its Official Strategic Partnership with the World Surfing League (WSL) for Surfest 2025.
The iconic surfing event has been added to the Challenger Series, which is the second highest tier on the World Surfing League (WSL) calendar. The 2025 event will see some of the world’s best surfing talent on the planet competing at Merewether Beach in June 2025.
CEO Craig Carmody said Port of Newcastle is proud to bring back elite surfing back to Newcastle.
“This iconic Hunter event is synonymous with the city, and raising the event to Challenger Series status ensures surfing in Newcastle again reaches a global audience,” Mr Carmody said.
“With diversity and inclusion a strategic pillar in Port of Newcastle’s workforce, the support of this event, that promotes elite competition in both men’s and women’s fields, is in line with our values, ensuring equal opportunity for all competitors.
“Our Port is a critical asset in our community and a global trade destination, and we’re proud to help ensure Surfest is a global success.”