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DKS Sundowner Tiona 2010 presented by Turbo and Bluntcut Fins

Newcastles Rob Richards has emerged out of nowhere to take out the 2010 DKS Sundowner Tiona contest infront of Central Coast's Grant Molony. South Boomerang Beach was the venue with some classy 3ft waves all day which seen some of the world's best DK riders battle it out.

"We decided to try a different format this year running the 2 first rounds as 4 man heats and then it was man-on-man format from there on in right to the final" organiser Clayton Pickworth said. "It gave the riders more of an opportunity in the water to prove what they can do and showcase their skills" he said. "Rob surfed consistantly all day after a shakey first round heat but he cut loose with some awesome tail snaps and big floaters which impressed the crowd". Grant Molony was left without a solid wave in the final which Richards had control of from the first 10 minutes with some great moves off the right handers.

In the 3rd and 4th place surf off, Central Coast's Mat Klimowicz was victorious over Victorian rider Justin Welsh who rounded out the top 4 places. Organiser Clayton Pickworth couldn't have been more happy with how the contest went, "Mate i'm stoked that we get the best riders here every year regardless of what else is going on around the world and it showed this weekend with another new name becoming a winner here at DKS". "These contests are doing what it set out to and that's creating opportunity for exposure for any DK rider from any region and Rob has certainly stepped up to the plate and beat some of the best on his way".

This weekend will see the second DKS event take place in Port Macquarie at the best break on the day. You can catch all the action on the DKS website www.dksessions.com and follow the links.

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Top seeds shine on day one at of Ocean & Earth NSW Junior Surfing Titles at Boomerang Beach

Widely regarded as the most important junior surfing event in NSW, the event saw the top seeds rising to the occasion, obliterating the wind-swept one metre conditions at Boomerang Beach.

(Boomerang Beach, NSW – Wednesday, 28 July 2010): Wet weather and unfavourable conditions were unable to douse the phenomenal surfing on display during day one of the Ocean & Earth NSW Junior Surfing Titles.

Littered with current and former World and Australian Junior Champions, as well as top-rated ASP Australasian Pro Juniors, it was current, under 16, ISA World Champion Matt Banting (Port Macquarie, NSW) who delivered a warning shot to fellow competitors in the blue ribbon division – the under 18 boys.

Racking up a total heat score of 14.25 (out of a possible 20), Banting was in sensational form.

Having just returned from competing in Indonesia, Banting picked up where he left off in Bali.

With effortless control, speed and precision, Banting through heralded his intentions for the title.

Reigning under 16 NSW champion Cooper Chapman (North Narrabeen, NSW) was also in great form claiming the highest single wave score of the day with a blistering eight-point ride (out of a possible 10).

Damo Norman (Casuarina, NSW), Jake Sylvester (Bar Beach, NSW), Rory Jenkins (Cronulla, NSW), Sean Mawson (Manyana, NSW), Josh Hay (Copacabana, NSW) and Connor O’Leary (Cronulla, NSW) also found themselves in the winners circle; each with equally impressive performances in challenging conditions.

The five day event will see 220 surfers battle it out across six divisions for prestigious titles and selection into the esteemed Australian Junior Surfing Titles.

Tomorrow will see the under 16 and under 14 years boys and girls taking to the water for their opportunity to become the next NSW junior champion.

The Ocean & Earth NSW Junior Surfing Titles will be broadcast LIVE via www.surfingnsw.com.au with live scores, commentary, results, news, photo and video galleries.

For the confirmed daily contest location and running schedule, please call the Surfing NSW Event Hotline on 0458 247 212 after 6:45am each day of the event.

The Ocean & Earth NSW Junior Surfing Titles are proudly supported by Ocean & Earth, Country Energy, Great Lakes Council, Great Lakes Tourism, Suncorp, Sundowner Tiona Tourist Park, Saltwater Wine Surf Centres, Swellnet, Great Lakes Advocate, Max FM and Surfing NSW.

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Dinner under the Stars

An evening hosted by celebrity chef Pete Evens of Hugo's fame. Sundowner Tiona sparkled with sunshine by day and twinkling candles by night for 2 days of gourmet local produce, local activities on Wallis lake and surrounding beaches. The decadent 2 days were completed by an extraordinary 5 course degustation dinner prepared by Pete Evans and his team in the Conference Centre on Wallis Lake. The evening was a great success with a fantastic array of local products included in the menu. Keep an eye out on the Sundowner website for a release of Pete's exclusive Sundowner Tiona menu!

Kids Club
Over the School holiday period we offer to all park patrons our free Kids Club program. The program caters for kids aged 5-12 years old and involves two 2 hour sessions one in the morning (10 – 12) and one in the afternoon (1 - 3).

More information about the days these activities run and the nature of the sessions can be gained from reception. Due to the popularity of these sessions bookings are essential.

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Drop Knee Session 2009!

Don't miss this years Drop knee Sessions East Coast tour! Sundowner Holidays is hosting both comps again this year and are gearing up for a smashing tour! Make sure you register early to avoid dissapoinment and bring your family and friends along to enjoy the Sundowner hospitality. There will be heaps of awesome extra's on offer this year and Sundowner Tiona is the perfect place to chill out and relax whilst enjoying some cracking breaks on the gorgeous surrounding beaches.

We reccommend registering for both Port Macquarie and Pacific Palms comps to really get the most out of this world class tour. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more info, to arrange a group booking or enquire about transport between tours!

Free Movie Nights
Throughout the holiday period Sundowner Tiona Tourist Park will be running free movie nights with complementary popcorn for all park patrons. Come along and check out the park’s cinema room

Bird watching Tours
If you are into nature check this out as Mark from Boomerang Tours offers a fantastic bird watching tour of the area around Smiths Lake. Join an early morning tour with breakfast provided and see an abundance of bird life with a passionate expert. Ask at reception for more information.

Natures Retreat Beauty
For those who want to be pampered enquire at reception about hot stone massages in the comfort of your own cabin. Book at reception.

Learn to Surf
If you want to learn to surf and check out the best locations from Sundowner Tiona Tourist Park to Treachery this may be the activity for you. Ask at reception for more details.

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