2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island to attract elite junior surfing back to Bass Coast Shire

As the final marquee junior event on the Surfing Australia Junior Series, the 2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island presented by Bass Coast Shire Council will bring elite surfers to the Bass Coast Shire this October.

As a 10,000 point Marquee event on the Surfing Australia National Rankings, the event is only one of five events of this calibre in the country and will provide surfers with valuable rankings points in their quest for a spot in the Irukandjis team heading to the ISA World Junior Surfing Titles.

Bass Coast Shire Council Mayor Rochelle Halstead enthused “we’re incredibly proud to welcome the Rip Curl GromSearch back to Phillip Island – a marquee event that not only showcases our spectacular coastline and surf culture, but also plays a vital role in developing the next generation of Australian surfing talent. Events like this draw families from across the country, many staying on to explore everything Bass Coast has to offer, from our beaches and wildlife to our cafes, shops and attractions.

“That has a big flow-on effect for our local economy and helps create lifelong memories for young athletes and their supporters. We’re thrilled to once again host the rising stars of surfing in what’s sure to be another action-packed and inspiring week.”

With over 180 competitors expected to compete over the five day event, the event is one of the biggest in the country seeing surfers from all six surfing states.

Angus Forrest, Rip Curl’s Sports Marketing Manager added "we’re stoked to partner with Surfing Victoria to bring Australia’s best groms back to Phillip Island. The future of Australian surfing has never looked brighter, with the next generation constantly pushing boundaries and elevating the sport.  Phillip Island is always a standout stop on the GromSearch series, showcasing top talent ahead of the National Final at URBNSURF Sydney later this year."

Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island is presented by Bass Coast Shire Council and supported by the Victorian Government Significant Sporting Events program, Park Lane Phillip Island, Cancer Council Sunscreen, SurfBetterNow.com, Surfing Victoria and Surfing Australia.

Finals from the event will be webcasted, with further details to come.

Entries open 7th July and will close 21st July to eligible junior surfers via www.surfingvic.com/events 

Image. Victorian talent Ava Holland (Mornington Peninsula) Credit: Noah Clifford / Surfing Victoria