The prestigious Australian Shortboard Titles are set for Wollongong, NSW from August 24–30, 2026.

Shortboard surfing sits at the high-performance core of the sport, and this championship captures it all—explosive turns, seamless carves, and next-level aerial progression.

With all six surfing states set to go head-to-head for national glory, and ISA qualification on the line in the Over 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s divisions for a place on the Australian National Surfing Team, The Irukandjis—the stage is well and truly set.

The Australian Shortboard Titles offer a rare opportunity to see multiple generations of the nation’s top surfers share the lineup, pushing each other and the sport forward. With a rich history behind it and the future rising fast, the event continues to set the benchmark for high-performance surfing in Australia.