Surfing Australia has confirmed the finalists for the 2024 Australian Surfing Awards, which include categories such as Female Surfer of the Year and Male Surfer of the Year.
Taking place on Saturday, December 7 on the Gold Coast, Queensland, the best surfers from around the country will be celebrated as 19 awards are handed out at the event.
The annual event will also see Luke Egan become the newest inductee into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame.
โWe're excited to announce this year's finalists for the Australian Surfing Awards including the Hall of Fame, showcasing the very best of surfing talent in this country," Surfing Australia CEO Chris Mater said.
"From legends like Mick Fanning and Sally Fitzgibbons to rising stars, these surfersโand so many others behind the scenesโare what make our sport so special.
"We're looking forward to bringing everyone together at HOTA next month to celebrate, share stories, and honour all the amazing talent that makes Australian surfing world-class.โ
2024 Australian Surfing Awards Finalists
Female Surfer of the Year: Laura Enever, Sally Fitzgibbons, Molly Picklum
Male Surfer of the Year: George Pittar, Jack Robinson, Ethan Ewing
Stephanie Gilmore Female Rising Star Award (U18s): Milla Brown, Sierra Kerr, Ziggy Mackenzie
Mick Fanning Male Rising Star Award (U18s):ย Kai Colless, Dane Henry, Hughie Vaughan
Female Para Surfer of the Year:ย Emma Dieters, Jocelyn Neumueller, Sam Bloom
Male Para Surfer of the Year:ย Kirk Watson, Mark 'Mono' Stewart, Kai Colless
Heavy Water Award:ย Ned Hart, Laura Enever, Soli Bailey
Shaper of the Year:ย Dylan Longbottom, Dylan Peres, Darren Handley
Coach of the Year:ย Bede Durbidge, Matt Bemrose, Pete Duncan
