Category: Blog
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RYAN CALLINAN | KING OF THE ROCKS
Another successful King of the Rocks event last weekend. It was supposed to rain at the golf, it didn’t. The surf was supposed to be flat, it wasn’t. Magic always seems to take the reigns for this event. The Merewether Surfboard Club’s annual King of the Rocks surf event is inspired by the late Garry…
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RAY RICHARDS MEMORIAL
The Ray Richards Memorial is named after Newcastle icon and legend, Ray Richards, the Founding President and Patron of Merewether Surfboard Club back in 1964. Ray was integral to the success of the club as we know it today and is fondly remembered for his dedication and support – mentoring the committee and contributing to the…
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BAG RAIDERS
We had a chat with Bag Raiders, the Aussie duo comprised of Jack Glass and Chris Stracey, before their headline gig for our NYE bash. Bag Raiders have been (shooting) stars in the Aussie music industry for over a decade. The dynamic duo are locked and loaded with hits old and new, and are set…
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Few for Shoe
Larrie’s & The Beach Hotel are proud to support Few for Shoe in loving memory of Liam Schumacher, known affectionately as Shoey, who tragically lost his battle with mental health. Liam’s passion for surfing was palpable, it was more than just a pastime, but a deeply ingrained part of his identity and spirit. Through Few…
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ROBBIE WOODS & HIS RHINO CHASER
Robbie Wood’s legendary 10’6” Gordon Woods Rhino Chaser has made its triumphant return to its rightful spot above the main bar, perched opposite Robbie’s stomping ground — Merewether Beach. Robbie Woods is the only Founder, Open Club Champion, President, Life Member and Hall of Fame Member of the Merewether Surfboard Club. He was the ultimate…
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The Untold Story behind Merewether Surfboard Club
Founding members Ian McKimm, Bob Gunter and Sam Egan have come together to retell the story of how the MSC came to be what it is today. We’re stoked to continue our support of this incredible club, celebrating its members, both past and present, and the wonderful impact they have on our community. WHERE IT…
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Lime Cordiale
GETTIN TO KNOW OLI & LOUIS – TBH TEN We sat down with Lime Cordiale, brainchild of brothers Oli and Louis Leimbach, before our famous surprise HOMEGROWN gig at TBH! With a string of acclaimed singles and albums, Lime Cordiale has carved a niche for themselves in the global music landscape. With 1.9 million monthly listeners…
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King of the Rocks
Ask a Merewether local what they’re made of and they’ll simply say sun, salt and community. It’s something we live by, we treasure it – and it’s something to be celebrated. This weekend, The Merewether Surfboard Club’s annual King of the Rocks surf event, inspired by the late Garry Callinan, will once again be…