What is the Noosa World Surfing Reserve?
The World Surfing Reserves concept was launched in 2009 by The Save The Waves Coalition, along with key partners like National Surfing Reserves Australia and the International Surfing Association.
To be awarded a Surf Reserve status recognises a place for more than just world-class waves, it acknowledges somewhere with rich biodiversity, environmental importance, strong surf culture and dedicated community stewardship.
Noosa was approved for World Surfing Reserve status in November 2017 and dedicated February 21, 2020. Making it the 10th World Surf Reserve globally and 3rd reserve in Australia (alongside Gold Coast and Manly-Freshwater).
Our Stewardship
The stewardship plan for Noosa World Surfing Reserve is to unite all relevant co
Who We Are
Since 2009, World Surfing Reserves have used their muscle to save iconic surf br
Our Mission & Purpose
The Noosa World Surfing Reserve recognises, protects and celebrates Noosa’s globally significant surf breaks, natural environment and surf culture for the benefit of present and future generations.
We do this by educating, advocating, collaborating, inspiring and facilitating partnerships— working alongside, not in place of, government agencies, community groups and environmental organisations.
Surfers Code
The problem with housing five of the world’s best point breaks within its borders is that the Noosa World Surfing Reserve regularly plays host to thousands of visiting surfers during the swell events that create the perfect waves that have become world famous. We can’t turn back the clock to those halcyon days when Noosa was a “secret break”, but we can promote a code of conduct that will make surfing here less dangerous and more enjoyable for all.
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