The cyclone fencing is starting to come down on select Sydney and Gold Coast beaches.

An unashamed specialist in the era of the all-rounder.

Having opened his eyes to the surfing lifestyle, photographer Mick Burnside now narrows his vision and sees an old coast in a new light.

"When you’re in a place of darkness, you’re in a powerful place of change."

A clip made for these iso times.

Victorian surf photographer describes the allure of Bells. The wave that led him out of Melbourne's western suburbs and into a surfing life.