Disabled Surfers Association of Australia

20/08/2026

What a difference 10 years makes! Back in 2016 we locked in Tugun on the Gold Coast for our National AGM and we used to all cram in to one apartment!! Fast forward 10 years and it's so good that we have been using Tom Atkin Hall for a few years giving us more room to breathe and spread out.

15/08/2026

Another amazing weekend at our National AGM on the Gold Coast. Great to see all but one branch manage to send delegates for a weekend of catch-ups, laughs, stories and business.

Our National committee were all voted back in to their roles:

President - Ian Gay
Secretary - Phil Christie
Treasurer - Shane Henn

We also acknowledged long time volunteers as DSAA Life Members. This award goes to DSA volunteers who have served in senior roles within the DSA for over 20 years and recognises their commitment to putting Smiles On Dials:

Pauline Maniskas & Rae Fiechter (Central Coast Disabled Surfers Association)
Bruce Peel (Disabled Surfers Association WA Perth)
Ian Gay (Disabled Surfers Association Gold Coast)

Looking forward to the new season and thanks again to everyone who attended.

09/08/2026

If anyone is free around Crescent Head and wants to "tell a tale" in memory of Diana...

22/07/2026

Shout out to Bruce Peel as he steps down from his role of Perth branch president. An amazing 20 years under his leadership has seen the branch go from strength to strength and we look forward to seeing them continue to flourish under their new committee.

All the best Bruce - am sure we'll see you around the DSA tracks soon!

Our recent AGM brought in a few changes to our team structure, most notably it marked the end of an incredible chapter for Bruce Peel, who handed over the reins as President to Barry Kemp after more than 20 years of dedicated leadership 💙

As the founder of the Disabled Surfers Association’s Perth branch, Bruce’s vision, passion and tireless effort has helped build DSA Perth into what it is today. For more than two decades, he has volunteered his time year after year to bring countless smiles on dials to Perth. Bruce’s contribution is impossible to measure, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything he has given to our organisation and community.

Thank you, Bruce. Your legacy will continue to inspire us for many years to come 🏄‍♂️✨

06/06/2026

Our love and thoughts go out to all of Joel's family and friends. Rest in peace buddy.

Love from all of the DSAA family x

04/05/2026

Massive congrats to Mid North Coast President Richie Goddard on his amazing achievement in the Lake Argyle Swim. Awesome stuff Richie!!

13/04/2026

So good!!!

Sometimes I like to caption my photos, but this shot truly speaks for itself . The pure elation of the surfer , and the proud founder of Central Coast Disabled Surfers Association looking on :) So glad to be able to capture this moment and to be part of this amazing family.

13/04/2026

Great stuff Disabled Surfers Association Mornington Peninsula 👍👍👍

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