What does this mean? Quality Tourism Accredited and Star Rated businesses share a vision of quality service and excellence. On June 8th we celebrated World Oceans Day. A day that means a lot to us, as the Big Blue is literally our office. We want to do everything we can to protect our Oceans, day in and day out. In just over 30min, our bags were filled with rubbish. Surprisingly nothing big, a good sign that the early morning sweeper trucks from the Council work. However, countless items of microplastics were collected, hiding within the soft grains of the sand.
A strong sign we need to do better. For every dollar donated, it was doubled. We were so stoked to be able to help with your support! It is heartwarming to see so many of you giving back to the Oceans. This past year has seen surfing explode in popularity. Sales spiked harder than daily case numbers. All of a sudden, every man, woman and child had a brand new surfboard under their arm.
The surf stoke seemed to be spreading much faster than any microscopic virus. When you consider the other more famous Australian surf breaks like Kirra, Bells and even Margaret River, this was no small feat. Beach access trail at the southern end. Large swell lines rolling into Maroubra Beach. Off Magic Point in the south is a known Grey Nurse Shark habitat which draws lots of people each year.
Being an endangered species, you should treat these creatures with extra special care and only go with experienced crews who know the area. In the north is the Jack Vanny Memorial Park, which gives sweeping views of the coast both north and south, and the main attraction here is Mahon Pool — a rockpool popular with locals and visitors alike - safe for the whole family and provides some solace from the strong winter southerly winds.
To the south is the Malabar Headland National Park, which is a great place to spend a couple of hours walking along the clifftops and checking out old World War 2 bunkers. Oh, and how did I forget the pub?! Southern end of Maroubra Beach. Looking north along Maroubra Beach. When Captain James Cook first landed at Botany Bay in , he didn't imagine that the deadly break that hides inside it took almost years to discover.
The explorer's landing marked the beginning of Britain's interest in Australia. A Test of Courage During the s, and with no record and only rumors of the wave being surfed, bodyboarders claimed the break as their own. Paddling in at max height has gone on to define the location and those who've survived it. The one name that details the brutal break to perfection is "Cape Fear.
Get a good pair of binoculars and watch those who dare to defy death. There are buses from Central Station and Museum Station in the city centre that will get you there in about half an hour, taking you through inner city Surry Hills, past the hub of Randwick and onto the beach at Maroubra. Always swim between the red and yellow flags; surf lifesavers have identified this area as the safest spot to swim in the water. It's also a good idea to always swim with a friend.
Pay attention to the advice of the lifesavers and safety signs. Visit SharkSmart to understand any potential risks in the area you are swimming. You are always welcome to ask lifeguards for more safety advice.
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