The world’s best junior surfers will be heading to Kiama with the WSL World Junior Championships secured for the region in 2017 and 2018.
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Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events and Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres said the event would give Kiama worldwide exposure, and attract thousands of visitors to the region.
“The WSL World Junior Championships is the premier event for young surfers, and will see the very best athletes coming to Kiama to compete. It will be a huge boost to the South Coast, confirming the region’s reputation as a must-visit for visiting surfers,” Mr Ayres said.
“From 2017-2018 the event will attract more than 2000 visitors to Kiama, with visitors estimated to spend almost $1.8 million. This is great news for local hotels, restaurants and attractions, and for the NSW economy.”
The 2017 event will be held from 4-15 January.
WSL World Junior Championships was secured by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW
