After a three-year absence, big wave awards are again back on the schedule.

Over the weekend, dual paddle-outs attracted hundreds of surfers protesting against offshore wind farms.

Junior surfers will be representing their local clubs at Queenscliff Beach, Manly this weekend.

João Chianca at Cloudbreak and a moment of great art.

"He's alone, him and the ocean, unfettered freedom, but also nowhere to hide."