Indigenous surf classic kicks off on Central Coast

The 29th annual Wadinyali Indigenous Surf Classic has been held on the Central Coast of New South Wales.

The Wadinyali Indigenous Surf Classic

Eight-time Wadinyali champion and former ASP World Qualifying Series surfer, Russell Moloney was on Newcastle's Merewether Beach to connect with country and compete against peers.

"Oh I love this event, it’s such a great surf meet. Everyone from the local community turns up," said Mr Moloney.

The New South Wales event is growing in popularity and becoming an internationally renowned surf festival.