TRACKS MAGAZINE
Fingal Head: Surfing, Culture, and Connection
Fingal Head, NSW, holds deep cultural and historical significance for the Coodjingburra people of the Bunjalung tribe. Home to ancestral legends, sacred sites, and a rich coastal tradition, the area has nurtured generations of Indigenous surfers. The Slabb family has been central to keeping this heritage alive, establishing surfing schools, competitions, and mentoring programs that connect youth to both the ocean and their culture. Events like the Banaan Indigenous Surf Titlesand the upcoming Juraki Surf Invitational celebrate community, resilience, and cultural continuity, showing surfing as a powerful way to honor Country, promote wellbeing, and empower the next generation.