THE LoggerHeads Malibu Club has launched its 2026 surfing season in style, with more than 31 surfers turning out for the Nambucca Valley club’s first Club Point Score meet of the year at Scotts Head.
Following a pleasing rise in membership throughout last year, the strong attendance confirmed that longboard surfing continues to grow in popularity across the district.
Competitors of all abilities took to the water, with the day’s action unfolding across 12 heats, including two dedicated ladies’ heats.
Conditions proved variable, changing several times throughout the event, but surfers adapted well and still found plenty of quality waves.
Club President Barry Jagoe told News Of The Area, “It was such a great start to the season to see such a big roll up and the conditions were such that there were plenty of great waves to go around, putting smiles on faces.”
He emphasised that the club prides itself on maintaining a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere.
“We still approach the sport of longboard surfing with a sense of fun and it is great to see surfers at all levels of competence joining us, from beginners to the very skilled,” Mr Jagoe said.
The resurgence in participation comes at an exciting time for the club, with preparations already underway for the LoggerHeads Malibu Classic, scheduled for 24–26 July.
This year’s event will mark a significant milestone being the 40th anniversary of the popular three-day competition, which attracts surfers from across the country.
Mr Jagoe noted that interest in the anniversary event is already high and warned that entry places are filling quickly.
Surfers keen to compete in the Malibu Classic are encouraged to submit their nominations as soon as possible to avoid missing out on what promises to be a memorable celebration of longboard surfing in the Nambucca Valley.
Anyone interested in checking out the LoggerHeads Malibu Club can go to their Facebook page or catch up face-to-face at 7:45am at Scotts Head Reserve (near the boat ramp) on the third Sunday of each month.
By Mick BIRTLES
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