Thursday, 20 February 2025

 Chris COUZENS (Geelong) (10:04): I recently had the pleasure of welcoming Koori surfers at the opening ceremony of the Victorian Koori surfing titles, supported by the Allan government, VicHealth and Surfing Victoria. As well as a showcase of surfing, the titles are an important celebration of culture and bring together communities from across the state and the nation. The titles set the stage for beginners to advanced surfers to test their wave and board skills in a range of activities, from come-and-try to surfing lessons to competition. It is also about building pathways for young Koori surfers to take their surfing to the next level at competitions like the Victorian Koori surfing titles. I want to acknowledge and thank Jordie Campbell, Indigenous aquatics manager with Surfing Victoria, for his passion and commitment, which ensure that culture and surfing come together at these events.